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Nicole Richie Finally Has Her Own Clothing Line

Nicole Richie is known for being one the biggest boho queens and fashionistas around (next to Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen, of course)! But I must say. . . I've been waiting ages for her to finally get her own fashion line after the success of her jewelry line named House of Harlow. Just like the jewelry collection, the clothing line is also named after her daughter. The Winter Kate collection stays true to Nicole's love for everything bohemian, but it's still chic and versatile for those of us who don't wear fringes so well.



Here's a photo of Nicole with her soon-to-be hubby Joel Madden and she's looking as fabulous as always with her signature Balenciaga handbag.

Kate Moss Is A Rebel With A Cause. . .Couture!

"Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels." This was the phrase heard 'round the world and it was uttered by none other than Kate Moss. She's British, petite, gorgeous, and totally badass, so therefore she can say and do whatever she wants and everyone will still love her. Can you imagine if someone like Heidi Klum or Marissa Miller had publicly used that phrase? They would be loathed! Also, remember when the Daily Mirror ran a front page photo of her snorting cocaine?!?! Sure, she lost a few endorsement deals here and there, but a few months later she was back and stronger than ever. In fact, she's still one of the highest-paid models in the world despite the fact that there are dozens new fresh faces eager to take her throne.


Here she is carrying a silver Yves Saint Laurent handbag to go with her signature look of leggings/skinny jeans and black leather boots. YSL handbags are known for their edgy, rock & roll vibe, as is Kate Moss, so this outfit is a perfect meeting of the minds.

Katy Perry is Sassy and Stylish. . .Perfect Combination!

Katy Perry burst onto the scene a couple of years ago with her hit "I Kissed A Girl" and she hasn't looked back since. She's known for her big voice and even bigger sense of style. Katy Perry is an absolute master at combining old Hollywood glam with today's hottest trends, and just a bit of quirkiness.

She was notably a guest judge on American Idol a while back and she really left her mark on the show! Now that it has been confirmed that Simon Cowell is leaving, everyone is worried that there won't be anymore drama on the show. My suggestion: replace Simon with Katy! She definitely isn't afraid to reveal her true opinion of the contestants and their performances, and she will gladly take on Kara DioGuardi anytime, anyplace!



On another note, here's a photo of Katy with the Chloe Paddington satchel. Just like Katy Perry, Chloe handbags have really burst onto the scene lately and they're being carried by the hottest celebrities left and right. Who knows, maybe Katy will wear a Chloe clutch during her wedding with the luckier than lucky Russell Brand!

Boy, Zoe Saldana Has Come A Long Way From Center Stage!

Center Stage was one of my absolute favorite movies growing up and I must have seen it literally hundreds of times! It was also the start of Zoe Saldana's Hollywood career and she stole the show as the sassy but talented Eva Rodriguez.

With her dance movie roots, I honestly expected her to take on more of these types of roles, but she took a sci-fi/ fantasy film turn by appearing in films such as Pirates of the Caribbean, Star Trek, and James Cameron's mega-blockbuster Avatar. Who knows, maybe J.J. Abrams will give Zoe her own show and she can become this decade's Jennifer Garner? She certainly has the looks, the talent, and the fanbase. . .


Here's a photo of Zoe going through LAX with a casual-chic ensemble and a beige leather tote by Tods. Tods handbags are always elegant and understated, which makes anyone who carries one appear that much more sophisticated.

Megan Fox: Is She Overexposed or Underrated?

Megan Fox was without a doubt the "it" girl of 2008-2009. Her role in the mega-blockbusters Transformers and Transformers Revenge of the Fallen had something to do with it, but I'm pretty sure if she didn't look the way she does things wouldn't have gotten so crazy so quickly. Aside from her glamorous old-Hollywood looks, she has also become famous for saying some of the craziest things in interviews. Those factors have come together and created the next big thing. But the question still remains: Does she have what it takes?

A couple of years ago she was dubbed the next Angelina Jolie but her first opportunity as a leading lady in Jennifer's Body flopped. Also, I think her media antics are starting to wear thin on her legion of fans (and fanboys). I'm not one to judge a situation like this prematurely because if we all remember the Angelina saga, she didn't really get it together until she was in her late 30's!

Here's a shot of the always gorgeous Megan Fox with the Botkier James satchel. The thing that stands out about Megan's style is that although it's usually provocative on the red carpet, she's very good at bringing it down a notch and being casual-chic when necessary. Botkier handbags are the epitome of being gorgeous without being garish so. . . no complaints here.

Is Selena Gomez Gonna Be the Miley Cyrus of 2010??

The wide, magical world of Disney has produced so many young Hollywood starlets over the past decade, sometimes it's hard to keep them all straight! We have Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale, Demi Lovato, Hilary Duff, Lindsay Lohan, Miley Cyrus, and . . . SELENA GOMEZ! And in another PR-heavenly twist, Selena happens to be BFFs with none other than Taylor Swift, the current tween queen. I have a feeling that although Selena has spent the past few years living in Miley's shadow, she's really gonna burst onto the worldwide scene in 2010. Especially now that Miley has vowed to end Hannah Montana and start doing rock CDs instead of pop.

Here we have Ms. Gomez crossing the treacherous minefield commonly referred to as LAX. She's wearing the Coach Luci domed leather satchel. This is a pretty new look for Coach because their handbags tend to have their famous monogrammed pattern in one form of another. I really like this bag and it seems to suit Selena's style.

Taylor Momsen + Gossip Girl + Treesje = Too Chic for Words

I'm sure everyone (even a cave-inhabiting hermit) knows Taylor Momsen as Little Jenny Humphrey from the CW's mega-hit show Gossip Girl. But, I'm willing to give bonus kudos to any of you who remember her as Cindy Lou Who from The Grinch (the Jim Carey one). My my how they grow up so fast. . . What used to be a cuter-than-cute child star has now become an ultra-glam fashionista. Although some might consider her new look to be a little harsh, I kinda like it. I'm sick of the wholesome Disney starlet image that's been shoved down our throats lately.



Here's a pic of Taylor from the set of Gossip Girl in NYC. She stays true to her new hard rock goddess look with a suede jacket, babydoll dress, black leggings, and a studded leather Treesje handbag. Treesje is one of my new favorite designer handbag brands because their look is fashion forward, yet throwback at the same time. Dunno how they do it.

Ryan Reynolds Proves That Men Can Look Chic in a Designer Bag Too

Ryan Reynolds reminds me of old Hollywood actors because he lives his life completely under the radar, which makes his acting shine even more. Sometimes I even forget that he's married to Scarlett Johansson, one of the biggest actresses out there. I'll even admit that whenever they announced he was going to host SNL, I had doubts because it's one thing to be funny in a movie with a comedic script and Sandra Bullock's charm, and quite another to turn it on live on Saturday night!



Here's the talented Mr. Reynolds with a Coach Hamptons satchel, proving that real men wear designer leather bags. I must say I usually prefer handbags or totes, but messenger bags just became slightly more appealing to me.

Lauren Conrad: What's She Been Up To Since The Hills?

The Hills is everyone's favorite MTV "reality" show (at least it was until Jersey Shore came along), despite the fact that Lauren Conrad is no longer featured. Just like in Laguna Beach, Kristin Cavallari has taken over LC's role and just like before, the show is bound to go down the drain soon. If there's any good side to Conrad's departure, it has to be the fact that not only is Audrina Patridge getting more air time, but I heard she's getting her very own show. Independence worked for Whitney Port with The City, so hopefully the same will apply for Audrina.

So what has LC been doing ever since the cameras moved out of her house? She's been designing, writing a book, and marketing like a crazy person. Her fashion line is now sold at Kohl's (after the Kitson debacle), and her book L.A. Candy was a bestseller. Good for Lauren!

Here we have both Lauren and Audrina with Treesje patent leather handbags. Treesje is definitely one of the most underrated designer handbag brands out there, but their stuff is amazing. Lauren is carrying the Divino Grande bag, and Audrina has the Asher Grande.

Twilight's Kristen Stewart Keeps it Casual With Linea Pelle

Everbody's favorite rebel starlet, Kristen Stewart, has EXPLODED onto the Hollywood scene and it looks like she's gonna be here for a while. Thanks to the popularity of Twilight, every other movie out there is about vampires now. Not to mention, the are-they-aren't-they situation with Robert Pattinson. Speaking of Twilight hunks, did any of you catch Taylor Lautner's awesome opening monologue when he hosted SNL? Anyway, I'm getting off topic. . . here's a photo of Kristen Stewart with a gorgeous Linea Pelle handbag. As usual, her outfit is the epitome of casual, but the handbag adds a chic touch to everything. I actually think it suits her very well because it's an understated leather handbag which still has an air of elegance to it.

Emma Watson Goes From Harry Potter to Haute Couture

What's this I hear? Hermione Granger is becoming a supermodel? Well--not quite a supermodel just yet, but she's well on her way if you ask me. The Harry Potter starlet is famous for playing a bookworm in the J.K. Rowling blockbusters, but it seems like Ms. Watson is really coming into her own beautywise. In reality, her role as a studious genius isn't too far off base because she's been accepted to Yale University!

I remember a few years ago she was on Letterman or something and she said that she's made enough money so she'll never have to work again. This of course caused Potterphiles worldwide to assume that she's leaving the film industry altogether and she'll stop making the movies. Thankfully, she's still right in the thick of it and we can look forward to seeing her in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows I & II.

Below are photos from her ad campaign for Burberry. I've actually seen these photos before in Vogue, and I literally didn't notice that it was her. I guess that means she's a chameleon, which is a coveted quality for a model to have. By the way, is anyone else just drooling over those Burberry totes? They all look very lush and give off an Aspen vibe. If I had to choose, I'd go for the first one because it reeks of fabulosity.

Reese Witherspoon Rocks in Tods

Reese Witherspoon is seen here in a Tod's black leather tote which doubles as a shoulder bag with a gold chain link handle. This photo was taken around the holiday season, and she clearly went to town for her kids' Christmas experience. Lately there have been lots of rumors about a reported breakup with her boyfriend Jake Gyllenhaal, but her spirits seem to be high. I must say, I'm really loving this look on her. The floral dress mixed with a black blazer and black ankle boots is very Kate Moss, but it still works on sweet Reese!

Kardashians are Taking Over!

It's the reality TV trifecta: Kim, Kourtney, and Khloe Kardashian are putting their stamp on this world, and they're doing it in a surprisingly entertaining way. I'll admit, when I first heard that they were getting their own reality show, I rolled my eyes. Great, another rich and beautiful family with their own TV show. . .how original. But after watching the first season, I was hooked. These people are very charming and now with Khloe marrying Lamar Odem after knowing him for 5 minutes, Kourtney having a baby with that loser Scott Disick, Keeping Up With the Kardashians is better than ever.


Here's a recent photo of 2 out of 3 Kardashians, with Kim donning a white leather Balenciaga bag & Kourtney with a Fendi handbag which goes perfectly with her baby bump. I must say these two have perfected the art of casual-chic.