Ra Ra skirts... All the rage in the UK

Apparently these skirts named "Ra Ra" skirts are all the rage in London/the UK. Basicly they are tiered, ruffled mini skirts. Take a gander..

I found the similar style which is being sold at Topshop on Forever 21. There's loads more to choose from (though these skirts aren't really my style to be honest).
$19.80

35 GBP (which is like $70)

Wearing All Black

Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen are known for their elegant and fashion forward styles that have really been growing on me. Mary Kate was seen wearing a classy all black ensemble consisting of a black v-neck tee, black skinny pants, handbag and louboutins.

Other blog inspirations for the all black look:
Ash1314 from "Rantings of a fashion addict"

"Unwise Pedestrian"

Would You Wear?: Knee High Sandals

While looking around on Topshop for London trends, I stumbled across these sandals (available in tan too). The "Fonda High Cuff Sandal" is made of leather, retailing for 50 GBP.

I just can't seem to get on board with this look.

What do you think: could this be the next hot trend in sandals?

Trends: Tall Gladiator Sandals

I've never been very daring when it comes to fashion. I tend to stick with what I know and change it up once in a while. Usually when a strange new trend comes out, it takes me a while, but eventually it grows on me - well, except harem pants which I still refuse to try.

But onto trends that grow on me...

When I first caught a glimpse of the knee high Balenciaga gladiators on Rihanna I couldn't help but be dissapointed in her/her stylist for choosing that.

Fastforward a few months and now I'm totally lusting over a similar version Mary Kate Olsen was spotted wearing some time back (note: people.com even voted this trend WORST a year ago in June 2007).

While the black ones do seem a bit too S&M for my liking, I do want pair that hits mid calf- and in brown to go with my cuff denim shorts. Here is a perfect example from Urban Outfitters($58).

And I found these on Topshop- "Frisky link chain sandal". They retail for about 45 GBP.

CARMEN ELECTRA: 'I'M IN NO RUSH TO MARRY'

Model-turned-actress CARMEN ELECTRA has laughed off reports she is getting cold feet about marrying former KORN guitarist ROB PATTERSON, insisting she in no hurry to walk down the aisle.

The Scary Movie star became engaged to the rock musician during the weekend of her 36th birthday (20Apr08) - and has faced constant questioning about when the big day will be.

Electra tells People.com, "It's funny, everyone else puts so much pressure, (asking), 'When are you getting married?'

"If it was up to everybody else, we'd be married and divorced already."

The twice-divorced model/actress recently travelled to Boston, Massachusetts to meet Patterson's parents.

She adds, "We're taking it slow, and we're happy."

ANGELINA JOLIE REPLACED AS FACE OF SHISEIDO

Actress ANGELINA JOLIE has been dropped as the face of Japanese cosmetics giant SHISEIDO to make room for a new celebrity face.

The 33-year-old star signed on as the brand's ambassador in 2006 - but after two years of appearing in commercials and print ads for the brand, she has been outed from her post by British supermodel Agyness Deyn.

Deyn can be seen as the brand's new spokesmodel in their Fall 2008 Maquillage ad campaign.

It's not the only contract pregnant Jolie has lost - she parted company with fashion house St. John last month (May08), ending a three-year relationship with the company.

CIARA TURNS PROFESSIONAL MODEL, UNVEILS FASHION LINE PLANS

R&B beauty CIARA has signed with a top modelling agency in a bid to further her career and broaden her appeal.


The 1, 2 Step singer, who is currently the face of rap mogul Jay-Z's Rocawear clothing line, is now a client of modelling agency Wilhelmina. Her new agents will focus on winning Ciara more contracts in the clothing and fragrance industries.

And Ciara - who is rumoured to be dating 50 Cent - is ecstatic about the new career path.

She says, "Modelling has always been one of my aspirations. But I was insecure about my height. I thought I was 5 foot 7 inches but I just found out that I'm 5 foot 8 inches so I'm really excited about that."

The star has also unveiled plans to launch her own fashion line with budget department store Steve and Barry's, following in the footsteps of actress Sarah Jessica Parker's Bitten range.

She adds, "I have a couple of cool things that I'm working on. The coolest thing about Steve and Barry's is they cater to everyday people. I won't say that my line will be like theirs, I want to stay true to who I am, but most importantly it has to be affordable."

Look For Less: Heidi Klum

It's blazing hot outside, and summer is near. We're all ready to get out of our jeans and into the next best thing. This summer it's all about the gladiators and denim cuff shorts which can be seen everywhere: celebrities like Mary Kate, Kate Moss and Heidi Klum (pictured below) spring to mind when I see this look.

Very trendy, casual and sexy. .

Tragedy: Ruslana Korshunova Dies

A cover model for European Vogue has fallen to her death from her Manhattan apartment building in an apparent suicide.

The New York Post and Newsday said 20-year-old Ruslana Korshunova died about 2:30 p.m. Saturday afternoon in a fall from a building on Water Street, in Manhattan's Financial District. The newspapers cited unnamed officials and police.

It appeared Korshunova fell from the balcony of her ninth-floor apartment, police said.

Authorities were investigating the circumstances of the fall Saturday evening. It was unclear whether anyone else was in the apartment at the time of the fall, police said.

The British edition of Vogue hailed Korshunova as "a face to be excited about" in 2003.

The telephone rang unanswered at Korshunova's New York agency Saturday evening. A spokeswoman for medical examiners did not immediately return a telephone call.

SATC: Vintage Studded Belt For Less

It's pretty obvious this is THE belt of ALL studded belts right now- the vintage one Carrie Bradshaw wore several times thru out the Sex And The City Movie. Though many Ebay sellers are claiming otherwise, there aren't any other ones like this.
 But in case you're as bummed out as me about this, there's good news: soon you can own something close to the real deal thanks to Patricia Field, the Sex And The City stylist. Her boutique in New York is currently taking pre-orders for the replica belt, which is expected to be available in July (currently retailing for $120.) Patricia’s boutique is located at 302 Bowery above Houston Street in NYC.

Eyeshadow Tutorials For Brown Eyes

Get The Look: Mary Kate on Letterman

Seems the majority of people LOVED this look. I found a similar items for you in case your up for recreating the exact look. Better find another way to pay the rent this month- all though the dress/caftan is very reasonable! (I looked everywhere for a kaftan with the gold sequinces but had no luck.)

Christian Laboutin Decolette Leather Pumps - $575 (Net a porter)

Micheal Kors Studded Kaftan - $115 (Net a porter)

ASOS leather studded corset belt - 22 GBP (of course you wear it with the buckle in the back)

Ring

Jackie O round sunglasses

P.s.: What is this?? DO I see... a... SMILE?!! I gotta say: this is one of her best accessories yet.

New Album From Vanessa Hudgens

What does Vanessa Hudgens think about her new album Identified? According to a recent review in Entertainment Weekly, she deems it “definitely sophisticated” but also believes it’s “funky and fun.” Hudgens’ sophomore release is due out on July 1st and includes standout tracks “Sneakernight,” “First Bad Habit,” and “Gone With The Wind.” Check out the early review in full at EW.com. “Sneakernight” is available on iTunes now.

Top 5 Sexy Celebrity Female Picture

Giselle Bundchen does interview with GQ, also has topless pictures

the interview is great! Oh that interview is so insightful! Lets discuss the interview more, k? Yeah, just kidding, who cares what she has to say? Her boobs are hanging out in this spread. When Giselle Bundchen’s boobs are hanging out, I typically can’t hear her. Actually, I couldn’t hear a fire alarm in a nuclear facility if her boobs were right in front of me. But hey, some of you take pride in reading, so here’s an exert.

Forbes has reported that you made $35 million last year, more than twice as much as any other model in the world.
Do you think that’s important to me? Look, this is my job. I take pictures. There is no big deal. I would like to know who this reporter is finding out all of these amounts. And I would like him to talk to my accountant and figure out where is the cash that’s missing. Because I haven’t seen it.

Michelle Williams calls shenannigans on Ledger family.

With the Dark Knight set to debut in mid-July, the sound of money landing in bank accounts is getting louder. And Michelle Williams wants her and Heath’s daughter to see a little of that cash.

Page Six says, An insider said, “Michelle is furious with Heath’s family and threatening to boycott the premiere. Matilda is supposed to be the beneficiary of the will, but Michelle has seen nothing from them. Heath didn’t have much in cash, but there was a big house in LA and a back-end deal for ‘Dark Knight’ [that] could reap millions.”

Celebrity Fashion : Pull Over, Jennifer Love Hewitt!

Following the 2008 Annual Saturn Awards - held at the Universal Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles on Tuesday - which of the following is more surprising:
The fact that Jennifer Love Hewitt wore a dress that looked like nothing but a sports bra and skirt from behind?
Or the fact that Jennifer Love Hewitt was named Best Actress on Television for her role on Ghost Whisperer?
read more on : thehollywoodgossip

Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal Shack Up

Recent press reports state that Gyllenhaal, 27, quietly moved into Reese Witherspoon’s $5 million dollar Los Angeles home and is already becoming a part of her fiercely guarded family.“Marriage is definitely what they are working toward,” a source close to the actress, 32, tells press of the couple who’ve been together for a year.

The Jarhead star is even helping to raise her two kids – Ava, 8, and Deacon, 4 – from her former marriage to Ryan Phillippe.

“They literally don’t want to spend any time away from each other,” a Witherspoon pal adds."

Forever 21 Haul

I just ordered a bunch of basics from my favorite online shopping store: surprise surprise Forever 21. I swear by the end of next year more then half my wardrobe will consist of their stuff. O.o


I picked up a trench coat for my upcoming summer vacation to London as it gets chilly. The Black Safari jacket and black halter are items I will definitely be using when I get my part time job in a few months; I really HATE last minute shopping only to risk ending up with a bunch of fugly pieces bought for the sake of buying. It's funny how I procrastinate on other stuff, yet when it comes to shopping, I'm way ahead on schedule.

Haifa Wood Bangle Set-$7.80

Wire Crescent Earring (Gold)-$3.80

Full Length Leggings (Charcoal)-$9.80

Safari Trench Jacket-$29.80

Gathered Three Button Top (Aqua and purple)-$8.80

Stripe Halter Vest (Black)-$12.50

Sweetheart Charm Necklace-$7.80

Safari Belt Jacket (Black)-$24.80

Knit V Neck Top (Black and white)-$5.80

Wide Latch Belt (Black)-$9.80

Polkadot Ribbon Tunic (Black)-$15.80

Review: Chanel Stylo Yeux Eyeliner

CHANEL STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF LONG-LASTING EYELINER

I absolutely love black eyeliner; in fact, I wish I could wear it everyday. What's stopping me? Well, by the end of the day I always look like Wednesday from the Adams family with the black liner halfway down my cheeks and underneath my eyes. Not the cutest look.

I pretty much accepted there was no solution to this and just went the more natural route. It wasn't until I was reading InStyle magazine the other day where I saw a little article about Ashley Simpson's favorite things.
Ashley swears by Chanel's waterproof eyeliner pencil, she claims it stays on even during shows where she dancing around stage for hours. I don't exactly do much stage dancing but by the end of a stressful day I still would like to see most of it (only) on my waterline.

This life saver will cost you about $28 though about 3 times the price of most, but hey, if it means not being mistaken for an Adams, I'm willing to shell it out. Plus you won't have to re apply anyway.

UPDATE: The Budget Fashionista actually tested this Chanel one vs. a similar one from Maybeline cosmetics. Read more about which one is best here. According to the site they wouldn't splurge on the Chanel one since Maybeline stays put too and does a good job.. Hmmm.. Interesting to know.