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Haute Topic: Michelle Obama Style

She has been called “The First Lady of Style” and has been compared to political fashion icons like Jaquie O. and Grace Kelly. Michelle Obama definitely knows a thing or two about dressing for her body type and position. She is fearless when it comes to wearing color and isn’t afraid to try new shapes. She fancies talented designers ranging from Jason Wu to Vera Wang who dress her for both black tie events and political conferences.

The First Lady She favors silhouettes that flatter her curvy figure while still keeping her finger on the fashion pulse. She is such a great example for working mothers everywhere who want to look polished and comfortable at the same time. She uses cardigans and jackets to finish off many of her outfits, which is a great options for any woman wanting to look put together.

In honor of Mrs. O’s birthday, I wanted to put together some of my favorite looks from her Vogue cover to the Inaugural Ball.

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Red Carpet Watch: The People’s Choice Awards

The People’s Choice Awards kicked off the award season last night with an array of celebs who came out to rock the red carpet with some great (and no-so-great) fashion choices. One of my favorites of the night was Taylor Swift, who traded her signature girly vintage frocks for a chic and daring white gown.  I also really loved Chloe Grace Moretz, in a neon yellow Simone Rocha number. It was feminine, young and was a great fit for her fun personality.

Some of my least favorite looks of the night where Paris Hilton in a poorly fitted acid trip of a dress complete with a disastrous shoe choice. Another miss was Kaley Cuoco’s strange ballerina get-up that just looked like a bad prom dress. Good or bad, the People’s Choice Awards always provide entertaining fashion moments that are sure to create buzz to satisfy us until the next red carpet.

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Taylor Swift looked every-bit of the chic starlett in a fitted white gown with plunging neckline. Her makeup, hair and accessories also complimented her new grown-up look perfectly.

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Chloe Grace Moretz sported a bright neon flower power dress that was perfectly styled with black ankle pumps. I love how age appropriate this dress is for this talented 15 year-old.

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Awkward star Ashley Rickards rocked the pale color palette that was so popular on the red carpet. The art deco design on the dress looked just right with her modern wavy hair style.

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Naomi Watts received mixed reviews for her black and gold Alexander McQueen gown. I think she looked chic and modern and loved the backless top.

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I also really liked the LBD Mae Whitman paired with nude heels and red lips. The structure of the dress really flattered her figure and skin tone.

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Beauty Olivia Munn also got mixed reactions to her black and white Carolina Herrera dress. I thought it actually worked on her because it was balanced with a simple hair style and accessorized with a chunky cocktail ring.

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Style Copy Cat: Elizabeth Olsen

Elizabeth Olsen may have two pretty famous sisters (yeah, you may have heard of them), but ever since her movie debut in Martha Marcy May Marlene in 2011, she has made a name for herself and has proved she has some serious acting chops. Elizabeth has become known as quite the fashion plate on the indie red carpets as well.

Her style always seems effortless and oh so chic. She typically favors designers that offer unexpected silhouettes like Prada and Marni. On her days off, you can usually see her sporting funky hats, her round sunnies and vintage boots. Take a cue from this style-setter by keeping your color palette more muted, while paying close attention to fit and detailing.

The Original:

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The Copy Cat:

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New Year, New You: Vol. 3

Happy New Year!  It’s that time of year again where we reflect on what has happened, to look forward to what to will happen and most importantly, what we will make happen. I look forward to writing my New Year, New You post every year because it’s a great way to inspire and motivate my readers (hey, girl!) to embrace style confidence in the year to come. In this column, you’ll discover my top 5  ideas on the hottest color for 2013, the latest advancements in beauty and how to streamline your closet.

 

 

Click here to read New Year, New You: Vol 3

 

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Photo Credit: LHJ.com

Beauty Box: Vamp Lips

Dark lips have made a huge impression on both the runways and the red carpet  this season. It also happens to be one of the easiest ways to look instantly chic! 1920′s darling Clara Bow may have been the one to start the trend, but modern-day starlets like Rooney Mara and Lilly Collins have brought it back.

Vamp lips compliment most all hair colors and look especially fresh on pale skin tones (yay me!). It’s important to keep the rest of your look fairly simple when wearing a bold lip. If you’re a brunette or redhead, try a bronze/brown shadow with lots of mascara. If you’re a blonde, go for a golden eye with a mulberry liner.

Looking for the best shades? My two favorite are MAC’s Lipstick in Dark Side and Armani’s Rouge d’Armani lipstick in 526.

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Glamour Women of the Year Awards 2012

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