Fashion Forward: Fierce Siriano styles at Payless
Sept. 2
Step up for charity
•From Sept. 9-24, shoppers who bring a pair of gently worn shoes to any Nine West retail store nationwide will receive 15% off any purchase of $75 or more, which can be used online or in-store. The donated shoes will benefit Soles4Souls.
Star-worthy bracelets
•Want to make tunes? Scoop up a Carolee bracelet benefitting VH1's Save the Music foundation. Each one is engraved by Natasha Bedingfield, Patti LaBelle, India.Arie, Kellie Pickler, and Estelle. $50-100 at Carolee.com
Fierce shoes
•Project Runway winner Christian Siriano is stepping into the footwear biz. The fierce designer is launching a collection with affordable retailer Payless on Sept. 8. $25-50 at Payless.com
Aug. 26
A style ace on court and off
• Tennis ace Maria Sharapova hopes to court a U.S. Open win with help from architect Frank Gehry and Tiffany. She'll wear Gehry's Stria sterling silver and diamond baubles while competing in this year's event. $850 at Tiffany.com.
• Sharapova is making a racket off the court, too. She has partnered with Cole Haan for a collection of ballet flats, heels and clutches. $138-$398 at Colehaan.com.
Beef up a bracelet
You'll be charmed, I'm sure. The Council of Fashion Designers of America is celebrating its 15th anniversary by teaming up with QVC on a series of bracelet charms. Designs are available from Vivienne Tam, Bradley Bayou, Marc Bouwer, Stan Hermann (pictured, right) and more. $20-$100 at QVC.com.
Aug. 19
Spray makes waves
Keep summer's laid-back style alive with Fekkai Beach Waves, a styling spray that gives Jessica Biel and Sienna Miller's hair a tousled, windswept look. $23 at Sephora.com.
Chew on this
Celebs like Johnny Depp keep their pearly whites pristine with SuperSmile. $16 for a pack of four, QVC.com.
Skin care with a peal
Jennifer Garner and Rashida Jones stay youthful with a little help from the new Laboratoire Remède Alchemy moisture emulsion, loaded with apple extract. $105 at Blissworld.com.
This tie rocks
There's nothing like marrying fashion and function. A prime specimen? Thomas Pink's Commuter tie. Rock to Radiohead (or Rachmaninoff) while your mp3
player hides in your tie. $100 at Thomas Pink stores or
Thomaspink.com next month.
Aug. 12
The rise of Nanowire 3.0
To play a bad girl on the big screen, Sienna Miller wears Oakley's new Nanowire 3.0 shades in G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, now in theaters. $300 at Oakley.com.
Brace yourself
German actress Diane Kruger showed off her masculine side during the Inglourious Basterds premiere in Australia, pairing a sleeveless white top with black pants, a bow tie — and suspenders. For a similar look, try suspenders from WGACA Vintage. $58 at shopbop.com
Teen choice: Makeup by mark
Selena Gomez glowed on the red carpet at Sunday night's Teen Choice Awards in a design by Kimora Lee Simmons. Further enhancing her ethereal look was makeup by mark. Celebrity makeup artist Mai Quynh used Get Bright hook-up highlighter in Natural ($6) and Good Glowing mosaic blush in Hush Baby ($7). Both at meetmark.com.
July 29
Très Jolie sandals
•You can't buy Angelina Jolie's buff bod, but you can buy her shoes. The Trove TKEES black open-toe sandals she wore Friday fuse fashion and function, which is why she steps out in that style all the time. $44 at Chickdowntown.com
On your Marc …
Mark your calendar for Marc! Starting Saturday, designer Marc Jacobs unveils a Marc by Marc Jacobs capsule collection with T-shirts, leggings, jersey blazers, denim and accessories all retailing for under $200. The "Don't Miss the Marc" collection is
available at Saks.com, Bloomingdales.com and Marc by Marc Jacobs stores.
This bears repeating
Looks like it's a good time for designer labels at bargain prices. Rachel Roy's affordable Rachel Rachel Roy collection of contemporary sportswear hits Macy's
Saturday. Sportswear ranges from $59 to $299 and footwear from $79 to $199.
July 22
Rarities find at HSN
HSN is continuing to expand its fashionable offerings. Carol Brodie, a former Harry Winston jeweler, has launched Rarities, a collection of affordable fine jewelry. Teri Hatcher, Emmy Rossum and Becki Newton are fans. $29-$799 at HSN.com. Or catch Brodie's HSN show Friday at 10 p.m. ET.
Eco aqua
Take a sip from Gwyneth Paltrow's eco-conscious lifestyle with the KOR water bottle, her hydration container of choice. They come in one of four colors and are BPA-free. $29.95 at Korwater.com
Drive safely, get a free tee
We love free stuff, especially when it involves a good cause. Express has teamed up with RADD (Recording artists, actors and athletes Against Drunk Driving) to warn about the dangers of texting while driving. Watch the public service announcement starring Ciara and Jesse McCartney on Express.com, agree to RADD's road safety oath and get a free limited-edition T-shirt with the purchase of any pair of jeans at Express or Express.com during July and August.
July 15
You'll be made in these shades
Those specs Brad Pitt sported while promoting Inglourious Basterds in Cannes? Vintage Carreras from 1987. But this month, fans of the shades can pick up the very similar Carrera Exchange 3S to replicate Pitt's look. $195 at Bloomingdale's.
HeadBlade cuts it closer
Rocker Chris Daughtry — who has a new album out — keeps his scalp smooth with HeadBlade, a razor made for guys who shave their heads. The design is even part of the collection at New York's Museum of Modern Art. $15 at Headblade.com
Tulle4us.com: Stylish steals
We heard about Tulle4us.com from a friend of a friend and couldn't be happier that the fashion intel came our way. The clothes are a mix of Anthropologie's vintage sweetness and Urban Outfitters' hipness, all at Forever21 prices. Need we say more?
June 24
Beyoncé in 'Clara'
She's not just about high-end Balmain gear. On June 10, globe-trotting singer Beyoncé Knowles wore a Sretsis "Clara" dress from the spring 2009 collection while leaving London's Heathrow Airport. $418 at RevolveClothing.com.
Sweet charity
Stars including Adrian Grenier and Jennifer Connelly support charity: water, a non-profit that brings clean aqua to developing countries. This week, Swarovski launches the limited-edition Divine Rock Light necklace, with all proceeds going to the cause. $88 at Swarovski-crystallized.com.
Designs, cosmetics online
•Fabulous French designer Catherine Malandrino has launched a new e-commerce section on her website, shop.catherinemalandrino.com.
•High-end cosmetics line Chantecaille has hit the Web. To celebrate, enjoy free shipping through Aug. 12 at Chantecaille.com.
June 17
Arm yourself with tank tops
Jessica Biel, Vanessa Hudgens and Leighton Meester flaunt their toned arms in Michael Stars' new 2X1 rib beater tank, which comes in a whole range of summery hues. $38 at MichaelStars.com
She hearts these heels
Rocker Katy Perry was spotted in London recently wearing the chic Melissa Vivienne Westwood Lady Dragon heels in salmon. $150 at Epauletshop.com.
Even panties go organic
Kelly Ripa, Cameron Diaz and Rihanna are fans of Hanky Panky's just-launched organic collection of undergarments, made from 100% organically grown cotton. $18-$34 at Bloomingdales.com
This outfit is all about accessories
Diane Kruger stunned on the red carpet at Monday's Council of Fashion Designers of America Awards. Her Jason Wu gown was short and sweet, but her accessories finished the look. Roger Vivier black satin Spiky sandals ($875) and Prisme clutch ($875), Roger Vivier New York, 212-861-5371. Pearls in peril bracelet by Tom Binns, $862.50, 917-475-1412.
June 10
Keira Knightley got first dibs on Chanel's brand-new Paris Moscou collection when she wore the brand's black platform pumps with pearl details to the Berlin film festival. Her intricate heels are available now for $1045 at Chanel boutiques. For a more affordable option, check out Aldo's Donlin pump, $135 at Aldoshoes.com.
The Gap goes designer
These days everyone loves designer looks at recession prices. Count on the Gap to deliver. On Tuesday, the retailer takes a new twist on traditional khakis with its latest Gap Design Edition line. Designers Albertus Swanepoel, Alexander Wang and Vena Cava's Lisa Mayock and Sophie Buhai offer fresh takes on the Gap staple. Items range from $39.50 to $88.
June 3
Kate Beckinsale and Katy Perry clutch Rebecca Minkoff's studded Fling bag, which comes in black and an array of the neon shades super-hot for spring and summer. $265 at Boutiquetoyou.com.
Put your foot right in it
Step into summer with one of three limited-edition Kid Robot flip-flops from perennial celebrity favorite Havaianas. $35 at Piperlime.com.
Coveting is a click away
If it's easier for you to describe your personal style by opening your closet, we've got just the site for you. Covet.com launches today and learns your style through photos. The site shows you a series of photos in pairs, and you select which you prefer. Then you receive e-mail with fashion finds in your style and size.
May 27
Give your outfit an initial look
Need to put your name out there? Follow the leads of Miley Cyrus and Madonna and customize your Juicy Couture tracksuit using the popular brand's new monogramming service, launching today. $10 at Juicycouture.com
Dress it down in stylish denim
No one does classic comfort better than Jennifer Aniston. Step into her favorite Hudson jeans, which she's worn while shooting The Baster in Manhattan. Cuffed "Gabby" boyfriend-style jeans, $154 at Saks.com
Wear your cause on your sleeve
Selena Gomez makes a stylish statement in her Give + Take top. Each shirt promotes and benefits a specific charity, including the American Cancer Society, Autism Speaks and the Boys and Girls Club of America (worn by Gomez). $50 at Nationaljeancompany.com.
May 20
Techno-trendy
Stars' newest gadget? The Sidekick LX from T-Mobile. Ashlee Simpson and Rashida Jones use it to e-mail, network and share photos. $449.99 at T-Mobile.com.
Food for style
All eyes were on Lauren Bush's clutch at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute gala. Each FEED 100 bag helps feed children in Rwanda via the U.N. World Food Program's School Feeding project. $30 at Whole Foods stores or Feedprojects.org.
Mean jeans
Kate Bosworth, Liv Tyler, Katie Holmes and Rachel McAdams have been spotted out and about in MiH jeans. Get Bosworth's fave, the Paris jean for $226 at Revolveclothing.com.
May 13
Shades you can make
Can't find your perfect pair of shades? Make like Hayden Panettiere and Lance Armstrong and turn to Oakley. The brand has a DIY site where you can pick your own lens and frame colors and have whatever you want etched on. $150-$350 at Oakley.com/custom.
Dress like an angel
Angels Demons' Ayelet Zurer can thank designer and vintage purveyor Elizabeth Mason for her recent red-carpet style successes. Get inspiration and tips at Mason's site, Thepaperbagprincess.com.
Footwear, the final frontier?
Boldly go where no one else has gone (fashion-wise) with the limited-edition Star Trek-inspired high-top Airwalk sneaker. Terrain "Enterprise Edition" shoes sport the Enterprise badge and ship number. $80 for adult pair, $60 for kids' pair. Call 212-253-0588.
May 6
Have a Heart
Want to nab the pendant Mariska Hargitay wore on Law and Order: SVU last night? The Heart Wing pendant goes on sale today in celebration of the five-year anniversary of Hargitay's Joyful Heart Foundation, which helps domestic violence survivors. Available in sterling silver and 10-karat gold, the pendant retails for $115 and $420, respectively, at Meandrojewelry.com.
Her style is in the red
Christy Turlington Burns combines fashion and function with the Emporio Armani (Product) Red clutch, made of calfskin. About 40% of the proceeds go to the Global Fund, which fights AIDS in Africa. $275 at Emporioarmani.com
A jewel of a contest
Fine jewelry maker Judith Ripka is making it easier to afford luxury during these tough economic times. In the May issue of In Style magazine, receive a $1,000 gift card toward the purchase of jewelry from Ripka's 18k Couture Collection and a $100 gift card toward a purchase from the Silver Collection. Ten percent of the net proceeds go to Dress for Success.
April 29
Follow in fashion footsteps of Jolie, Berry, Beyoncé
• Mom of six Angelina Jolie loves her long, flowing frocks, and last week, she was spotted wearing the Ella Moss Hollie maxi dress in black. $166 at Ellamoss.com
•Halle Berry recently went shopping in L.A. in her Kowboys berry fade thermal. That style sold out, but get a similar look with the solid women's thermal, $79 at Kowboys.net.
• Mortgage or jacket? Now you don't have to make that choice, thanks to Target's much more affordable take on the ultra-expensive Balmain military top worn by Beyoncé Knowles. Bandleader vest, $34.99 at Target.com
April 22
Water your skin
Do your part for clean aqua with Superbly Restorative Argan body lotions from Kiehl's, sporting labels created by Adrian Grenier, Erykah Badu, surfer Kelly Slater and Parson's The New School for Design. All net proceeds go to the Waterkeeper Alliance. $55 at Kiehls.com
Go NUDE
Ali Hewson, Bono's wife, has launched the NUDE collection of skin care, made with organic ingredients and without sulfates, parabens or mineral oils. Helena Christensen loves the Miracle Mask. $70 at Nudeskincare.com
Cute for a cause
Some of our fashion favorites, including Gwyneth Paltrow and Garcelle Beauvais-Nilon, have created Mommy Me designs for Lilly Pulitzer. Fifteen percent of proceeds help to raise awareness for epidermolysis bullosa, a rare skin disease that affects children. Available at Lillypulitzer.com.
April 15
All of the glow, none of the risk
Summer is almost here, and for a healthy, sun-free tan, make like Becki Newton and Ali Larter and rub on the Donna Karan Cashmere Mist body glow gradual self-tanner. $35 at Saks.com.
A very trendy traveler
Leave it to Brad Pitt to make flying sexy. The father of six was spotted carrying a Burberry charcoal check cross-body bag at JFK airport April 8. $895 at Burberry.com.
Style for storms
April showers are no match for Brooke Shields, Kelly Ripa and Liv Tyler, who protect their tootsies with Kamik rain boots. The boots are 100% recyclable when you're done hopping puddles. $59.95 at Zappos.com.
Big designers, big discounts
They call it chic-onomics. We call it genius. The folks who brought us Net-a-porter.com launch TheOutnet.com Thursday. The online designer outlet features steep discounts on previous seasons' luxury fashion from brands like Christian Louboutin, Oscar de la Renta and Diane von Furstenberg. Stock will be added each Tuesday and Thursday.
Organic garb
Just in time for Earth Day, The Limited today launches an "Eco Chic" capsule collection of clothing made from organic cotton fabrics. We like this floral top for spring. $39.50 at select The Limited stores or TheLimited.com.
April 8
Who says cute can't be comfy?
Forget teetering around in Jimmy Choos or Christian Louboutins. At Sunday's Academy of Country Music Awards, Miley Cyrus stayed comfortable in her Cole Haan Gisele air sandals — the same brand worn by Angelina Jolie in Cannes last year. $328, available this fall at Colehaan.com
A tiptop look from TopShop
Spring showers notwithstanding, Kate Moss took Manhattan by storm last week to celebrate the opening of TopShop in Soho. One standout look? The white blazer she wore to a bash at the Box April 2. For a similar style, try Old Navy's cropped cotton twill blazer in pumice. $39.50 at Oldnavy.com
Seasonal style
Get the springy look Michelle Obama sports on the cover of May's Essence magazine at Talbots. Rose print silk dress, $169 at Talbots stores, Talbots.com or by calling 1-800-TALBOTS.
April 1
Organic cotton is tops at Trove
•When going for green chic, Kate Hudson and Jessica Alba turn to casually cool tops by Trove, made from 100% organic cotton. $65-$160 at Troveclothing.com.
Origins plants trees, recycles
•Origins, the earthy skin-care brand beloved by Bar Rafaeli and Victoria Beckham, will plant a tree for every A Perfect World moisturizer sold in April. Plus, bring in any tube, bottle or jar, regardless of brand, to an Origins store this month, and the company will recycle it. $36 at Origins.com.
Origins plants trees, recycles
•Origins, the earthy skin-care brand beloved by Bar Rafaeli and Victoria Beckham, will plant a tree for every A Perfect World moisturizer sold in April. Plus, bring in any tube, bottle or jar, regardless of brand, to an Origins store this month, and the company will recycle it. $36 at Origins.com.
Try Bleue Eyes for greening
•Chantecaille, a favorite of stars such as Naomi Watts and Blake Lively, is donating profits from its La Baleine makeup collection to the International Union for Conservation of Nature. Try the unique Bleue Eyes compact, $98 at Neiman Marcus.
March 25
Affordable style's their bag
•If you can't afford to shop at Stefani Greenfield's pricey Scoop stores, check out her affordable new Curations collection, which just launched on HSN.com. Heidi Klum is already a fan of Greenfield's large patent-leather tote in black. Special price, $169.80, regularly $198 at HSN.com.
Try out new looks, virtually
Ever wonder what you'd look like with Jennifer Aniston's hair and a new shade of eyeshadow and lipstick? Now's your chance. Starting Friday at InStyle.com/makeover, upload a photo of yourself and try on a variety of star hairstyles. Plus, see how you'd look with the hottest beauty products from a range of big brands. Once you have your perfect look, click to buy. (Save, of course, for the hair!)
March 18
This jewelry has some 'Swagga'
Here's one jewelry line that appeals to rappers and Carrie Bradshaw. M.I.A., Shakira and Sarah Jessica Parker all rock Erickson Beamon, the posh jewelry line created by Detroit friends Vicki Beamon and Karen Erickson. The very pregnant M.I.A. performed Swagga Like Us at the Grammys wearing Beamon's Wild Card earrings, and Shakira and Parker sport necklaces by the brand. The ornate pieces range from $330 to $865 at Net-a-porter.com. For more affordable but equally fun options, check out the Erickson Beamon for Target collection, $14.99-$49.99 at Target.com.
High profile for Tom Binns
Trendsetters Amy Adams and Michelle Obama are making a statement with Tom Binns jewelry. At the Sunshine Cleaning premiere, Adams wore the Bete Noir multistrand necklace ($2,087.50). Obama sported a Tom Binns couture necklace at the Kennedy Center birthday party for Sen. Ted Kennedy, and she paired Binns' Pearls in Peril necklace with a strapless gown at the Governors Ball. Browse Binns jewelry at a variety of prices, including this necklace from the Anti-Luxxx collection for $470, at Binns' new store, 41 Perry St., New York, 917-475-1412.
March 11
They're in their '80s
Whether you like it or not, the '80s have surfaced again, as evidenced by Marc Jacobs' eye-popping fall 2009 New York fashion show. Right on cue, retro brands are back in a big way.
• The once ubiquitous MCM bags, featuring the German brand's signature black laurel logo, are being toted by models Heidi Klum and Veronica Webb. $471-$1,000 at Bloomingdales.com
•Kanye West and Paris Hilton look back at the decade of decadance with their Carrera shades. $120-$150 at Bloomingdales.com
•Jennifer Lopez loves her stirrup jeans. To get a similar elongating look, try Wren's Se black stirrup pants. $154 at Revolveclothing.com
Bargains for brides
Here's some good news for the bride on a budget: Priscilla of Boston is holding a one-day nationwide sample sale on March 20. Gowns start at $199; bridesmaid dresses from $19.99. Shop 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. — and no appointment is necessary.
March 4
A.L.C. looks A-OK
Super-stylist Andrea Lieberman, who has worked with Jennifer Lopez and Gwen Stefani, has launched her own A.L.C. collection of wardrobe essentials. The line includes a striped jersey dress, a skinny zip pant and a black silk cargo jacket. Looks like her clientele is already A-list: Lopez, Stefani and Ellen Pompeo attended her launch party at Barneys last month. $295-$1,100 at Intermixonline.com
Retro-fit your fashion sense
Don't you wish you could take your mind off today's depressing news by traveling back in time? Here's the next best thing … for your closet at least. At Unique-vintage.com, find duds inspired by the looks of the '20s, '30s, '50s and '60s. Also available: modern red carpet look-alike gowns.
Distinct savings at this site
Anything stylish for less than $100 is a hot commodity these days. At Shopdistinction.com, choose from a variety of bags, all for less than $100. The site also has jewelry from lines such as Adina Reyter and Tarina Tarantino. Bonus: A portion of each sale funds research for breast cancer and lung disease.
February 25
Red-carpet glitz and glamour needn't cost a boatload of cash. Get a taste of the fun for less than $200.
Deck your ears in emerald
Angelina Jolie's emerald earrings added an unexpected pop of color to her black Elie Saab gown at the Oscars. Jolie's came from pricey jeweler Lorraine Schwartz, but you can get the look for less. 14K white gold pear-shaped emerald earrings, $156.99 at Overstock.com.
Keep flaws controlled
HDTV isn't exactly kind to your flaws, which is why red-carpet regulars such as Alicia Keys rely on Giorgio Armani Cosmetics' Lasting Silk UV foundation SPF 20. Available in April. $58 at Giorgioarmanibeauty-usa.com
A camera-ready complexion
Oscar nominee Meryl Streep relies on swanky skin care to get ready for her big night. Before the Oscars, she loaded up on the new Canyon Ranch Your Transformation collection, picking up Vitality Cleansing Cream and Restore Intensive Moisture. $40 and $95 at Nordstrom.com
Take photos out of your wallet
Keep your pet (or child) near your heart all of the time, just like Mickey Rourke did at the Oscars. Lauramarshdesign.com offers a photo charm on a sterling silver chain for $80, while Planetjill.com sells a photo charm pin for $90.
February 18
Luscious, not loud
Muted lips are on full display at Fashion Week in New York. And Salma Hayek sported the same subdued hue on her pucker at the Golden Globes in January, with the help of Nars' lip gloss in Greek Holiday. $24 at Narscosmetics.com
A splash of Jack Black
Jeremy Piven and Bruce Willis rely on Jack Black to keep their visages clean and smooth. No, not the funnyman — rather, the men's line of grooming products that share the name. One of their faves? Jack Black Pure Clean Daily Facial Cleanser, sulfate- and paraben-free. $18 at Getjackblack.com
Get creative at Fashionology
Always dreamed of being on Project Runway? Well, here's the next best thing for tweens. Fashionology.com, a website that allows users to design and create clothes and accessories, launches today. Users can customize a variety of garments using graphic designs and embellishments, including rhinestones, pins, charms and necklaces. Clothing prices start at $15.50, with add-ons priced separately.
February 11
What has stars' stylistic hearts aflutter?
• Jessica Alba's daughter, Honor, and Nicole Kidman's Sunday Rose kick back in UGG's rosy Erin baby booties. Perfect for Valentine's Day. $50 at Uggaustralia.com.
•Elton John and Kate Moss heart Jo Malone, whose Red Roses collection of cologne, bath oil and body lotion sure smells sweet. $55-100 at Jomalone.com.
• Fans of Coach, like Jennifer Garner and Mandy Moore, can feel the love with the Miranda sterling-silver heart earrings. $138 at Coach.com.
Dress right, weather or not
Ever popped out of the house dressed for the Arctic only to find that a warm front has swept in? Enter Orecast.com, a new site that helps you find and select clothing and gear suitable for the weather in your hometown.
February 4
His and hers T-shirts
They work out together and walk their dogs together. Now, Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake even coordinate their outfits. The two wear LnA T-shirts. Biel rocks the women's V-neck top in marigold, while Timberlake wears the men's crew-neck shirt in cherry. $60 and $54 at Lnaclothing.com
A style stretch
You may never do the downward dog with Reese Witherspoon and her instructor, Jodi Guber. But you can emulate Witherspoon's om style with Guber's Beyond Yoga line of workout gear. Witherspoon wears the Supplex pants, $77 at Iambeyond.com.
Coat your lips in Coach
You might not be able to drop $300 on a Coach bag in this economic climate, but get a taste of luxury with the brand's new deluxe lipstick. Available in six shades. $28 at Coach.com.
January 28
Celebrities are digging Di Milo
London-based designer Jasmine Di Milo, daughter of Harrods owner Mohamed al-Fayed, has been a celebrity favorite of late. Nicole Richie wore a Di Milo strapless white frock to the Art of Elysium benefit Jan. 10 in Los Angeles, and Rihanna rocked a yellow one-shoulder dress to the RIAA/Feeding America Inaugural Ball on Jan. 20. For stores, visit Jasminedimilo.com.
The presidential jewels
First lady Michelle Obama glittered in Loree Rodkin's very pricey jewelry during the Inauguration Weekend. If you can't swing the stacked diamond bangles she wore to the Kids' Inaugural concert, load up with the equally dazzling Eyeliner bangle from Swarovski. $100 at Swarovski.com
Red carpet redux: SAG Awards
Gown and glitz, all in one: A gown with a built-in necklace looks chic and saves money and time. Just ask Eva Longoria Parker, Anne Hathaway and January Jones, who sported dresses with charming neck detailing at Sunday's Screen Actors Guild Awards. Though their pricey gowns (designed by Jenny Packham, Azzaro and Andrew Gn, respectively) are out of most people's price range, look-alikes are available for less. $375 at Alycedesigns.com.
Just a Kiss of nail color: Kate Winslet's stunning royal blue Narciso Rodriguez gown didn't require much accessorizing. So manicurist Deborah Lippmann kept it simple, polishing Winslet's nails with a sheer pink called Prelude to a Kiss. $15 at Barneys New York, Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, C.O. Bigelow and Lippmanncollection.com
January 14
Rourke's eyes have it
Randy "The Ram" Robinson, Mickey Rourke's character in The Wrestler, sure knows how to make an entrance into the ring. Ditto Rourke on the red carpet. He has worn Sama Eyewear's eye-catching "Press" frames in crystal to at least six events in the past month, most recently Sunday's Golden Globe Awards. $343 at Samaeyewear.net or 877-788-SAMA
Sasha has the Primp hoodie
Every girl wants to get primped for her first day of school, and first daughter Sasha Obama is no different. Sasha wore a Primp peace hoodie from its tween line for her inaugural day at Sidwell Friends. Sasha's top can be difficult to find, but don a similar style with Primp's peace thermal. $58 at Bloomingdales
Fergie buys 'em crystals
It's no surprise the Dutchess made her bridesmaids feel like royalty. For her weekend wedding to Josh Duhamel, Fergie outfitted her attendants in jewelry by Swarovski. Each bridesmaid wore the Dauphin pendant necklace. $190 at Swarovski.com or 800-426-3088
January 7
Run for these roses
It's coming up roses at Louis Vuitton, thanks to Marc Jacobs' latest tribute collection. He pays homage to abstract artist Stephen Sprouse, who used the iconic bloom in his creations. The result? Two limited-edition leather goods lines: Monogram Roses and Monogram Graffiti, $175 to $2,555, available at Louis Vuitton boutiques. The Monogram Roses accessories pouch, for example, retails for $445.
Paw through a WaggyBag
Dog lovers like Jessica Alba and Drew Barrymore can tote their treats, baggies and other canine necessities in the adorable Alpha Bitch WaggyBag, made of durable cotton canvas with plenty of room for keys, leashes and chew toys. Alpha Bitch WaggyBag, $32 at alpha-bitch.net
Don't be caught dead in a duplicate dress
Remember when Reese Witherspoon attended the Golden Globes wearing the same dress Kirsten Dunst had worn several years prior? "Tragic!" cried fashionistas everywhere. DressRegistry.com wants to make sure the dreaded dress duplication doesn't happen at any inaugural balls. Register the dress you're wearing and see if anyone else has the same plan.
December 31
Styles of a 'Shopaholic'
Attention shopaholics: Touchstone Pictures, Jerry Bruckheimer Films and Bluefly.com have teamed up to help fan the flames of your obsession. To promote Confessions of a Shopaholic, which hits theaters Feb. 13, fashionistas can shop lead character Rebecca Bloomwood's closet. Select various outfits worn by Isla Fisher as Bloomwood in the film and nab lookalike goods from Bluefly. Sex and the City's Patricia Field is the film's costume designer, so the outfits are hot, hot, hot. Visit Bluefly.com/Shopaholic and buy your little heart out.
Site does the searching for you
Imagine knowing immediately when the Chloe heels you've had your eyes on go on sale and your size is available. ShopItToMe.com does just that: Scours the Web and sends you an e-mail alert when goods that fit you go on sale.
December 24
Polish it off
Nail down the holidays like actress Michelle Williams, who's a fan of Chanel's Vendetta nail color. $23 at Chanel.com
Pull out the pouf
Country songbird Taylor Swift channeled her inner material girl in French Connection's poufy tulle and lace Tallulah skirt during an appearance on The Late Show With David Letterman on Nov. 10. $129.99 on sale at Frenchconnection.com
Contribute with a Coach
Through Dec. 31, purchase any Coach Cares item, and 20% of the proceeds will go to a cause championed by celebrities including Rosario Dawson and Ryan Reynolds. Dawson's choice, the Violet vintage leather clutch, benefits the Lower East Side Girls Club. $398 at Coach.com
December 17
Smells like an Olympian
This athlete doesn't reek of sweat or chlorine. When Olympian Michael Phelps gets out of the pool, he sprays on the classic L'Homme YSL fragrance, which, he tells People magazine, is "good stuff." He'll love the line's new skincare products: moisturizer, corrective brush and anti-fatigue treatment. L'Homme YSL eau de toilette and skincare, $40-$70 at Yslbeautyus.com
Dress in vintage
You can be the life of the party, no eggnog involved! It's all about the dress, and Yoox.com is making it easy to find the perfect vintage frock to wow your pals. The site unveils its vintage dress collection on Friday. Among brands offered: Yves Saint Laurent, Chloe, Valentino, Zandra Rhodes and Fendi. Looks range from sweeping floor-length gowns to sparkling cocktail dresses and little black numbers that recapture the moods of the '50s through the '80s. Prices from $200-$1,000.
December 10
Wrap up in warmth
Brad Pitt digs his cozy neckwear, like the gray muffler he donned in London Nov. 17. Scarf up his oversized style with White + Warren's cashmere travel wrap. $275 at WhiteandWarren.com.
Pack up in plastic
When you're hitting the road for the holidays, make like Queen Latifah, Adrian Grenier and Piper Perabo and tote your stuff in Endstar's eco duffle, made from recycled plastic bottles. $69.99 at Endstar.com.
Site keeps sales in your sights
We all know budgets are tight this holiday season, so getting the biggest bang for your buck is top priority. Enter ZingSale.com. The site enables users to select products they're interested in tracking, say, for example, classic Ugg boots. Once you've registered your selection, you receive e-mail alerts each time the product goes on sale at various retailers.
December 3
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