Get That Golden Globes Glow With Celeb-Tested Bare-Faced Beauty Tips!

The Golden Globes may have come and gone (leaving Oscar buzz in the air!), but it’s definitely not too late to pick up some fresh-faced beauty tips straight from the red carpet! While the paparazzi parade to the big event is commonly an outlet for dramatic red lips and come-hither smokey eyes, many of this year’s nominees and attendees opted for a noticeably more natural makeup look. Though settling on more bare-faced, bone-hued beauty may seem boring or inappropriate for one of Hollywood’s most dramatic nights, this fair-toned style actually fared quite well for the event’s lovely leading ladies. From shimmering subtle shades of gold to pale rosy pinks, stunning starlets like Megan Fox and Eva Mendes proved that delicate hues are anything but dull! Check out the slideshow for more natural-hued makeup looks and the products you can use to achieve them, straight from some of A-list’s elite! Photo credit: PR Photos

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Which Designer Will Michelle Obama Choose For Inauguration Day?

If it’s not already marked on your calendar, the Presidential Inauguration is this upcoming Tuesday, January 20th! While we’re all looking forward to watching history in the making as the newly-elected Barack Obama officially steps up to the plate and is sworn in as our next man-in-charge, that’s not all we’re getting excited over here at Stylehive! Just like plenty of fashion fiends nationwide, we can’t wait to see which designer Michelle Obama will be wearing on the momentous occasion! Will she go glam in a gown from Michael Kors or Carolina Herrera, keep it professionally posh with tailored separates by Badgley Mischka or Diane von Furstenberg, or play it safe in an always-stylish Oscar de la Renta floor-length column dress? Check out some of the designers’ sketches from Women’s Wear Daily and provide your predictions on the first lady’s first-day fashion choice! Photo credit: WWD.

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Take A Peek At This Week’s Blog Snog Roundup!

Looks like a case of Giuseppe fever has hit the blog universe! Both KRISTOPHER DUKES and The Shoe Goddess have their eyes on more than a few pairs, and speaking as someone who succumbed to a pair recently, I don’t blame them- but see for yourself. Curious about Nicole Richie’s House of Harlow jewelry line? It’s definitely not your typical celebrity fashion deal, and that’s a good thing these days, wouldn’t you agree? Need a new trend to try out for spring- or just for now? Coquette picks up on chevron striped cardigans and dresses, while Shopping and Info takes note of neutral tones- Angelina Jolie’s a fan! Plus, catch stories on the Nars Spring 2009 makeup collection, Golden Globes red carpet fashion, the Nina Ricci vs. “Twilight” perfume saga, and more. Check out what’s happening this week in the fabulous world of the fashion blog-o-sphere!

Look Luxe In A Tux Like Anne Hathaway

The tuxedo trend marches on this season stronger than ever. This style definitely isn’t fail-proof and there is a strong risk of looking like you’re dressed up as a man for Halloween! At the New York premiere for her new flick Bride Wars, the gorgeous Anne Hathaway showed fashion lovers everywhere how to get it right and we would be remiss not to take note! The stunning star looked sexy and sleek wearing a form-fitting Band of Outsiders suit given a playful edge with metallic Christian Louboutin pumps and tassel earrings from Tiffany & Co. This look can easily transition from the office to the bar and exudes that perfect mix of sexiness and sophistication.

Check out my SLIDESHOW to get the look!

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Essence Takes A Look At 30 Days Of Rihanna’s Style

imageWhile Rihanna may have been hiding under her umbrella and taking a breather from the music scene ever since the Chris Brown fiasco, she hasn’t lost the following of her faithful fans… and her fellow fashionistas! A strong girl like Ri-Ri isn’t one to let a scandal get her down for long, and her eclectic and edgy style hasn’t suffered any despite her tiny break from the spotlight. From LA to NYC and beyond, she’s partied it up with pals in metallic leggings, relaxed spa-style in flowing printed dresses, rooted for the Lakers courtside in funky sneaker heels, and embraced her inner rocker-chick with moto jackets and a buzzed hairstyle. The Essence blog tracks her fashionable footsteps over the recent months as she enjoys the single life and gets ready to embrace the limelight yet again! Head over to take a look at the slideshow!

Nelly Furtado Explores Her Fashion Mishaps On MTV’s “What Were U Thinking?”

imageWe all have a few outfits we’ve worn in the past that, when confronted with the pictures, makes us want to burn every piece that went into the outfit along with all the photos in a big evidence-ridding bonfire. Who hasn’t scrolled through photos of themselves on Facebook and with a quick click of the “remove tag” button thought, “What was I thinking?!” Luckily for us non-famous folk, our fashion mishaps and momentary lapses of judgment aren’t printed on every newsstand tabloid, paraded on national television, or discussed in Twitter trending topics. On MTV’s web series, “What Were U Thinking?” famous fashionistas like Kim Kardashian and Kristin Cavallari get a chance to defend their style choices, give praise to designers, make fun of their own faux pas, and provide us insight into some of their biggest “WWUT?” moments (for example, was Nelly’s “I’m Like a Bird” get-up for real?!). Click “See Video” to watch the show’s most recent guest, Nelly Furtado, dish on her favorite funky wardrobe highs and lows, then click over to the show’s official site to see past guests’ episodes and the show’s October 12th finale with “Twilight’s” Ashley Greene.

Rock a Bold and Bright Look Like Jordin Sparks

imageAt this year’s Teen Choice Awards, Jordin Sparks ventured into more fashion-forward territory with an amazingly bold look that wasn’t too over-the-top. Jordin wasn’t afraid to stand out on the green carpet, opting for a striking blue strapless dress from Bebe which perfectly accentuated her curves. She gave the neon trend a try with a sleek bright orange clutch from Rebecca Minkoff with matching neon orange nails. She rounded out the mix with a a funky, yet still understated pair of Alexander Wang platform sandals and a gorgeous pair of glitzy earrings from Lee Angel. Take a cue from Jordin and opt for bright and bold pieces to blaze a trail at your next cocktail party. Check out my SLIDESHOW to get the look!

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Katy Perry Interviews Karl Lagerfeld At Paris Fashion Week

imageQuirky songstress Katy Perry chats with Karl Lagerfeld after his show at Paris Fashion Week in an exclusive interview for Elle.com. It’s certainly a rare chance to peek into the personality of one of the world’s most esteemed designers. Is he intimidating? Yes, but there is a certain warmth about his demeanor, even as he corrects Katy when she expresses her adoration for the fabric, not metal embellishment on a particular dress. The two discuss music and fashion, and we learn fun facts like what he listened to as he got dressed this morning and what song he feels describes himself best (by none other than Lily Allen, of course). His response to the requisite “if you could trade places with any designer” question is a careful mix of smug satisfaction and pure respect. Oh, and he makes jokes too! Click here to see the interview for yourself.

Rock Sexy Stripes Like Leighton Meester

imageAt the Teen Choice Awards, Leighton Meester rocked a fashion-forward look that was both sweet and sexy. The “Gossip Girl” star wore a funky striped dress from Louis Vuitton, which was accented with ruffle details adding a flirty sensibility. She gave the look a sexy kick with red Brian Atwood pumps and an edgy black cuff by Cathy Waterman and rounded out the mix with a dainty pair of earrings. Stripes are super hot right now and can work for anyone, no matter your style. When wearing graphic prints, it’s usually best to keep everything else relatively simple to avoid sensory overload. You can pair a striped frock with a few standout pieces like Leighton, go bold with piles of accessories, or keep it simple and team it with basic pumps. Check out my SLIDESHOW to get Leighton’s look!

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Get Katie Cassidy’s Aviator Jacket Look For Less!

imageWith Hilary Swank’s “Amelia” landing in theaters, it’s no surprise that aviator style is quickly hitting the streets. “Melrose Place” star Katie Cassidy shows off the season’s next big trend as she exits LA boutique Intuition. Katie’s Miss Top Gun Aviator Bomber Jacket is spot-on, complete with vintage patches and a pin-up girl lining. Want to get the look for less? ShopIntuition.com also carries several more affordable versions to suit your shopping budget. The Aviator Bomber Jacket has that vintage feel for a mere $75.00, or you can go with the Crinkled Leather Aviator Jacket for its similar reddish hue. Head over to Couture in the City to see how you can get more celebrity looks for less!