Kardashian Sisters Do Artful, Tasteful, Topless Photo Shoot To Promote Brand; Is It Appropriate Or In Poor Taste?

The Kardashian sisters have really gotten some flack since the whole Kim Kardashian-Kris Humphries divorce tainted the family brand. That's most likely the 'EXTRA-EXTRA' for this topless photo shoot to promote their new denim line(s), either for DASH and/or Kardashian Kollection.

It's ARTFUL taste to use long and slender legs to create an abstract 'K', and I don't know the purpose of the whole topless thing and while I'm trying to think from a 'body art' perspective, my mind is still telling me 'PUBLICITY'...

The pic on the right is definitely cool for the masses, but the pic on the left is probably the 'sales-driver,' like it or not... that's the way TODAY'S SOCIETY works....

Pic: MTO

(Via OMG!) Sofia Vergara Named AskMen's 2012 Desirable Woman (Age Definitely Doesn't Matter Here...)

(via OMG!) Check out the below excerpt of Sofia Vergara being chosen as #1 by AskMen, an online platform of male voters. This is not a platform for LUST, but actually REAL MEN voting for qualities such as beauty, style, personality, etc. :

Jim Spellman/WireImageIt's often said that Hollywood is a young woman's game, but AskMen.com readers officially bucked that trend in 2012, as Sofia Vergara was named #1 on the men's online magazine's annual list of the Top 99 Most Desirable Women, which was announced on Tuesday. But while the 39-year-old "Modern Family" star snagged the top spot on the site's Top 99, former A-list mainstays like Jennifer Aniston and Angelina Jolie gave way to recent additions and fresh favorites, a clear signal that, as far as AskMen.com readers are concerned, there's a new guard in town.

Top 99 Most Desirable Women of 2012

But when it comes to "desirability," Sofia Vergara proves that age is just a number -- in this case, #1. After enjoying a breakout year thanks to ABC's "Modern Family," Vergara placed third on the website's list in 2011. And AskMen.com readers obviously haven't cooled on the fiery Colombian bombshell in the past 12 months, bumping her up to first in 2012. In doing so, the actress beat out a number of younger leading ladies and newcomers to lead the Top 10, such as Victoria's Secret favorites Miranda Kerr (#4) and Candice Swanepoel (#10), rapper Nicki Minaj (#5), and actresses Emma Stone (#6) and Scarlett Johansson (#7).

Meanwhile, perennial favorites like Jennifer Aniston and Angelina Jolie were left off the list entirely in 2012. The tabloid mainstays were also fixtures on the site's Top 99 for years -- especially Jolie, who made the list 10 years in a row from 2001 to 2011 -- but it seems guys are growing tired of the former paragons of desirability. And as the old guard falls, new favorites like Vergara, Kim Kardashian (#8), Rihanna (#9), and Zooey Deschanel (#12) have risen up to take their place.
A Little More About AskMen's Top 99 Most Desirable Women of 2012

Now in its 11th year, AskMen's Top 99 Most Desirable Women is annually the site's largest feature, and helps signal shifts in the qualities men are looking for in their dream girls and celebrity crushes; over 1 million readers voted on the Top 99 in 2012. And Vergara's meteoric ascent to #1, combined with the notable omissions of Aniston and Jolie, indicates that guys are increasingly looking for fresh faces.

Pic/Source: Yahoo! / OMG!

RIHANNA Spotted At Greystone Manor In '80s-inspired Skin-Tight Two Piece Dress

I've seen a few people rocking oversized T-shirts (worn tastefully) and wild hair, reminiscent of the '80s. My upcoming fashion shows (early, mid, late 2012) displaying my neckties and bowties, Vintage Ties by JAIDEN Detroit, will have an '80s theme to it. No one can get rid of the '80s *LoL*, I don't know why....

Anyhoo, Rihanna was spotted at Greystone Manor wearing an '80s-inspired spandex two-piece dress that hugged every curve, and also one of her favorite Louboutins. If you look closely, she's wearing a belly necklace, body necklace, whatever that is. She's also changed up the game (sharply contrasting for her sexy and sensual wear) unexpectedly by wearing a camo cap on top of mussied hair.

Rihanna's truly rocking out her '80s ROCKER CHICK phase...

Pic: MTO

(Via Tumblr) Thom Browne x Dita Collabo On Crazy Eyewear; Love it...

I'm CRAZY about CRAZY eyewear.

It's just bliss for the eyes when companies collabo to produce some very interesting products. So check out this Thom Browne and Dita collabo in sunglasses for the Spring/Summer 2012 collection.

Pic: Tumblr

David Beckham BODYWEAR For H&M Promo Video

David Beckham will be front and center on one of the commercials in time for the 2012 Super Bowl. It won't be sports, per se, but SPORTS WEAR. Breathable stretch cotton underwear and tank tops hug David's body, bringing a sense of envy and/or a sense of 'I can rock that, too' for the guys... and also a sense of EUPHORIA for the women.

Check out the video and still pics:

Pic: Google / H&M

JUSTIN BIEBER In Blue MCM x TI$A Jacket and Matching Balenciaga Sneakers

Justin Bieber is a guy of style, like a skater boy meets rapper kind of style. Justin's cerulean blue biker jacket is by MCM x TI$A and it has a belt at the waist, studs on the lapel, with classic logo all over the jacket. There's also the clever pick of his matching Balenciaga sneakers for $595.

Justin was at the 2012 NRJ Awards.

What's right about the outfit is the balance that is displayed. There is not CERULEAN BLUE throughout; the bold jacket and bold color in the sneakers mean that every other clothing item should be toned down to prevent from looking clown-ish.

Pic: Upscale Hype

VIOLA DAVIS Graces Her S.A.G. Win In Angelic MARCHESA Gown

Congrats to VIOLA DAVIS for winning one of the coveted spots for Screen Actors Guild Awards, leading role for Actress (for her role in 'The Help')! Her reaction to the win was priceless; I felt her triumphant spirit as well as her humbleness as she made her way, close-lipped, to the stage.

Viola's skin positively glowed under the lights, or perhaps the win actually made her skin glow (sometimes that can happen) as she gathered her words carefully. All Viola could've done was just stand there in her glorious MARCHESA gown and that would just be enough. Makeup and antiqued gold accessories further enhanced the gown and fit her perfectly, like a beautiful African princess.

See the other castmembers of 'The Help':

Emma Stone (great dress!)

Octavia Spencer in Tadashi Shoji gown

Pic: Yahoo

RANDOM FASHIONISTA GIRL Has ILLEST Shoe Game I've Seen All Month!

This girl above is no music artist or major celebrity, but she could very well pass off, especially for her electric style and those color-blocking BOOTS she's wearing. 'Iris from Philadelphia' was found on Fashion Bomb Daily as bombshell of the day, and I can see why.

The boots are Iris's own creation/customization... HMMM... it should make its way into a boutique because I think the ladies would love 'em, and the guys' temperature will go HOT on a COLD day when they see their girl wearing these boots.

Can't find the boots? Visit your local CRAZIEST and outlandish shoe shop; it's more than likely you would find color-blocking boots like these.

Sunday's LOOK OF THE DAY: Emily B's Curves-Revealing Dress

Emily B actually looks BETTER than the model who wore the dress down the runway. The dress above is by Yigal Azrouel and it has a one-shouldered embossed alligator print with snakeskin platform boots.

(The shoot was for KONTROL MAGAZINE)

It's all about the exotic skins and playing the accessories game RIGHT to set off a winning look, and Emily B's look wins!

Pic: Fashion Bomb Daily

RIHANNA Gone Rocker At Michael Jackson Immortal World Tour; Tattoos 'THUG LIFE' On Fingers!!

Rihanna was spotted looking ROCKER CHICK at the Michael Jackson Immortal World Tour. Loving the mussed-up and blown-out hair, definitely reminiscent of the '80s, and also check out the leather pants (could they be in this year for the fashion-daring?) and that BOSS leather jacket that she's wearing. It seems like it tells a story with its rocker studs, upside down cross, and side detailing. Will update on what brand the jacket is.

Check out more views of Rihanna's rocker clothes, as well as the tattoo (temporary or permanent?) 'THUG LIFE' that she tattooed on her fingers:

Pic: MTO / Celebuzz/ Google

I Like: FRANKIE MORELLO Winter 2012-13 Runway Show

Check out the Frankie Morello Winter 2012-13 collection.

I like the whole metallics/raw material look blended with such great tailoring. Every model was fitted and finished to perfection. Like the uniqueness and unexpected NSFW moment toward the end of the show.

SWIZZ BEATZ Changes It Up; Goes BALD and Wears Pink Shorts In Hawaii!

It's always interesting to see what rappers do on their off-days. Check out Swizz Beatz, Alicia Keys, and son Egypt on vacation in Hawaii, and you can see Swizz Beatz for yourself...

Swizz has shaved his head bald (but you can see the hair growing back) and is wearing pink shorts. Tryin' to get that whole Hawaiian, tropical vibe huh?

But anyway, it is cool to see a rapper in such a HARD, tough-as-nails environment and being lightyears away into their own 'softer' fashion sense, while still being 'masculine.'

Pic: YBF

Art and Fashion Fusion: KEITH HARING x NICHOLAS KIRKWOOD Platform Pumps (Could Pass For Art Gallery Shoe...)

Ladies, check out these platform pumps by KEITH HARING x NICHOLAS KIRKWOOD collabo. I spotted this on WETHEURBAN and thought YES!! Art IS Fashion!

So needless to say, these platform pumps would do very well in drawing attention towards the woman wearing them, as well as gracing an ART GALLERY like the Detroit Institute of Arts or your local major art musuem.

Pic: WeTheUrban

RIHANNA Wears Head-Turning Louboutin Sandals w/ Straps As Measuring Tape!!

Check out Rihanna's $795 Christian Louboutin strapped sandals. Looks normal, huh?

Well, look a little closer...

The straps are actually CALFSKIN LEATHER MEASURING TAPE! These sandals would pop even more worn with calf-length pants or a nice rocker TUTU.

Pic: Fashion Bomb Daily

Detroit Tigers' PRINCE FIELDER Sports New Detroit Baseball Jersey; Signs Major Contract

It's official: Prince Fielder is now a part of Detroit Tigers legacy.

The resilient Detroit Tigers is on a move to win, and with several stellar baseball players such as Justin Verlander and Victor Martinez already on the team, Detroit native Prince Fielder will make Detroit baseball season EXPLOSIVE! Fielder signed a 9-year, $214 million contract with the Tigers and Ilitch Holdings ($22 million the first 2 years, then $24 million annually).

Check Fielder's new jersey (yes, it's FASHION, too). I might cop me one because Detroit Tigers will be having a Detroit Lions-like SURPRISE season, except they'll be winning the World Series! :-)

Beautiful wife CHANEL... photo doesn't do her justice.

Pic: Fox Detroit, Sports Illustrated

The Most Fashionable EXes: Rihanna and Chris Brown (Y'all Asked For It So...)

I usually don't like to group Rihanna and Chris Brown together because that would make me right along with the rest of the folk that fueling the flames of the still-smoldering 2009 issue of the Rihanna and Chris Brown incident. Coming up is the 3-year anniversary of that and I seriously wish it would go away. PEOPLE keep it alive.

But anyway, I keep track of my viewers (yes, many of you) and it's very clear that the tag 'CHRIS BROWN' is the highest sought-after name on my blog search and is the main drive of traffic to my blog. But here's the kicker: 'RIHANNA' is the name that is one of the most sought-after... RIGHT AFTER viewers are finished searching blog posts for 'Chris Brown.'

BUT... they are EXes now, even though they were spotted at the same lounge, Greystone Manor. So without further ado, here are a few pics of the most fashionable EXes alive: Rihanna and Chris Brown:

So whaddaya make of this? I don't see anything but TWO BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE (as Chris would say). Do I want Chris Brown and Rihanna back together? No. Move on.

*Wink and a smirk... then a SMH*

Pic: CBreezy, Google, Vibe, Rolling Stone

Vintage Label 'Strivers Row' Pays Homage To 'RED TAILS' w/ Its Commemorative Vintage Line

This REALLY touches the heart.

Vintage label STRIVERS ROW, known for producing a line of vintage clothing, has released a commemorative edition meant to honor the Tuskegee airmen, as well as celebrating the George Lucas- produced film, 'Red Tails.' The movie earned $19.1 million its opening time, surpassing Hollywood critics' expectations.

This line is called 'THE TUSKEGEE AIRMEN COLLECTION'.

There is a line of red scarves as well as patches that resemble or IS the patches that the actors wore in the movie and what the Tuskegee airmen wore in their 'air' time.

See more pics:

The wear (Ebony Magazine) is just incredibly cool, perfectly vintage without having to be. In other words, TIMELESS. Support RED TAILS in the theatres!

Pic: Google, Upscale Hype, LucasFilm

Check Out Fash Blogger Allen Onyia, Owner of Blog UPSCALE HYPE (Style)

One of my favorite fashion blogs, UPSCALE HYPE, has for the first time landed its own post on my blog. This time, it's all about the owner, Allen Onyia, better known as ALLEN O . This is the first time I've seen his style. Very preppy, forward, all-American, makes his style his own.

I could call it TRENDY, but TRENDY isn't quite the word; FASHIONISTO is, because fashionistas and fashionistos take trendy clothes, flip 'em, and try to stay out-of-box....like me. I can include a thrift-store vintage jacket, Urban Outfitters T-shirt, broken-in Levis, monochromatic watch, and my FAV military boots... and there's my LOOK.

Check out Allen's different looks:

Big Ups to you, Allen! Contact me anytime...

Pic: Allen O Tumblr

B.E.T.'s Toya Carter-Wright In STELLA McCARTNEY Polka-Dot Dress for 2012 Photo Shoot

Toya Carter-Wright, best-known as reality star from B.E.T.'s 'TOYA' or Lil' Wayne's ex-wife, has done a FIRE photoshoot with Taylor Ector Studios and the dress she was wearing (above) was by Stella McCartney's Winter 2011-12 collection. Platform stilettos are by Sergio Rossi.

There are about 3 different designs of Toya's dress; see below:

Dress is HOTT, and TOYA is HOTT; stand out the best way you can without resembling a HEAUX (which Toya isn't, just to make that clear).

Pic: NecoleB***hie

This Beautiful $9 Million Hollywood Hills Pad Belongs To... DRAKE?! (Excerpt Inside)

I love real estate and houses; I'll get into that very soon (when my STACKS get larger). But check out Drake's new, sprawling mansion. REEEEEEEALL NIIIIIIIIICE, although the interior is in need of some re-modeling (too many wall paintings) such as soft colors on walls and throw rugs and contrast that with some dark, manly, and modern furniture.

And see the excerpt from Rap-Up/ Necole B***hie below:

Just a few days beforehand, Drizzy held a huge housewarming party at his new $9 milli bachelor pad in Hollywood Hills. He reportedly moved into the $45,000/month mansion after putting two condos up for sale in Miami. The new residence includes six bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, a wine cellar, tennis court, volleyball court, 24-seat theater, and pool complete with a waterfall oasis that has its very own wet bar where Drake and his crew can drink to his accomplishments. And did I fail to mention the on-site, five-stall horse facility with a riding area for any chicks who come over and want to ride. There’s even an ATM machine if you are short on cash. Ballin’...
Read more: Drake Hits The Sundance Film Festival, Plus Moves Into $9 Million Dollar Baller Pad | Necole B***hie.com

 

Pic: Necole B***hie / Complex