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FASHION BREAKDOWN: Lady Gaga "Disease" Music Video...

Lady Gaga released her highly-anticipated music video for “Disease”, the lead single off LG7. The music video was directed by Tanu Muino and features some looks styled by power stylist duo HARDSTYLE (Nick Royal & Peri Rosenzweig) which served up twisted fashion fantasy that was equal parts glamorous and grotesque. Hair by Frederic Aspiras, makeup by Sarah Tanno-Stewart and nails by Miho Okawara. For the opening look, we get to see Gaga in a lush black long wig and a quite innocent-looking vintage 1970s cotton floral mini dress which was sourced at Replika Vintage in LA! We meet Gaga‘s demonic alter-ego, clad in an all-black ensemble inspired by plague doctors. What many people missed is that this super complex look changed approximately 3 times in the video, with layers and accessories added and removed. She wears a black silk taffeta gown with wired constructions sticking out, and a feathered headpiece from another look – all from young French designer Charles de Vilmorin‘s Fall/W...

Boho-Meets-Preppy-Meets-Americana!

Madewell Madewell's fall collection is an eclectic mix of boho-meets-preppy-meets-americana, featuring below-the-knee hems, tailored skirts and dresses, as well as several pops of red flannel. Sounds like a strange combination, but Madewell makes it work with the same sophistication as their big sister J.Crew , but with a slightly trendier edge.

SHOE SPOTLIGHT!

Glitter Patent Oxfords, Nicholas Kirkwood These gorgeous shimmering blue patent oxfords from Nicholas Kirkwood, are just that perfect shoe to pair with a classic black pant. A tad Michael Jackson -  but oh so fabulous!

PC - BIRTHDAY ENSEMBLE!

PC is wearing:  Diesel , T-shirt & Blazer.  Rag & Bone,  jeans.  Ralph Lauren,  shoes.  Tourneau,  watch.  Cerrera,  sunglasses.  Chan Luu,  wrap bracket. For my 22nd Birthday, my close friends and I went out to dinner to Spice Market , NYC to celebrate. After dinner we then went to a Hookah bar to end the evening.

Fashion Designer - Anndra Neen:

STUDDED CROSS CLUTCH: This unique clutch from Anndre Neen is perfect for this fall, the alpaca, silver and brass studded clutch with a detachable strap is a great addition to your bag collection! LOVE! WRAP CUFF W/ MARBLE SHELLS: This cuff also by Anndre Neen , is a stunning combination of mixed metals and shells. This is a fantastic statement piece that polishes off any look.    Anndra Neen , Get these items at  editnewyork.com

VA VA VOOM, WRAP THAT UP IN A BOW FOR ME PLEASE!

Blogger "M" of Belles&Rebelles shows us how to be sexy yet chic... Faux Fur Vest by  Wildlife Inspired , Bow Tights by  Chantal Thomass  (Purchased in Paris, France), Headband by  Deepa Gurnam , Ring by  YSL , Shoes also by  YSL . P hotography by   Peter Curti   Styling and modeling by  Megan Averbuch Hair and Make-up by  Emanuel Garcia to visit Belles&Rebelles and to learn more about "M" click: HERE.

SHOE SPOTLIGHT!

Platform Ankleboot in black suede, Walter Steiger Walter Steiger’s signature 80’s and 90’s shapes have been updated for today’s world, I especially love this streamlined ankle-boot in black, showing off and drawing attention to the beauty of the design rather than the color. Buy them at:  barneys.com  

POP LIFE...

Electric neons, Disco fringe, and punked-out -glam, The season's best accessories will help you keep that beat: Striped cotton top & sunglasses, both   Prada , at select Prada boutiques nationwide. Blackened white gold earrings with fire opal, sapphires, emeralds, and rubies, & ring both, Solange Azagury-Partridge,  Nylon tote bag, Tod’s . White gold watch with black and white diamonds, de Grisogono . Left: Jacket & cotton T-shirt, both Jil Sander , at Jil Sander, NYC. Headphones, Nixon . Custom-painted wireless keyboard,  colorwarepc.com , prices starting at $120. Laser-cut leather top, Christopher Kane , in other colors at  net-a-porter.com . Sunglasses, Cutler & Gross . Grosgrain and leather clutch, Fendi . Suede and silk cutout evening gown, Salvatore Ferragamo . Yellow gold ring with diamonds and citrine, Dior Fine Jewelry . Yellow gold bracelet, Chanel Fine Jewelry . Pony-hair bag with leather detailing, Trussardi1 . Cotton pants, visit ...

LATEST OBSESSION!

COSA Fina Jewelry - RAW COLLECTION : The sister duo  Karina Kuhary & Ninette Paloma,  create a streamlined collection of organic and modern metal jewelry paired with precious gemstones. Using - cognac diamonds, brilliant sapphires and raw uncut gemstones! These are just so unique! LOVE! Visit the Website for more!   http://www.cosafinajewelry.com  

Of Two Minds - Snake Print Mini Skirt

This flirty snake print mini by Of Two Minds , is great for that transition into fall. Made out of 100% silk this fun mini dress has two front side pockets with elastic band detailing. Perfection! (Available at Capitol ) -  Click here to buy:  Of Two Minds snake print mini skirt & to see more.

Britney Spears MTV VMA's Greatest moments -Threw the years...

Don’t miss MTV’s tribute to Britney at the 2011 VMAs, airing this Sunday at 9/8c. Starting from left to right:   1999 - On the Red carpet. 1999 - Britney performs with N'sync. 2000 - Britney shocks the world with her AMAZING and controversial (at the time) performance of, "Oops... I Did it Again". 2000 - After huge speculations that the Pop Princesses were feuding... the world world was stunned when they presented together during the award show, then the rumor was then put to rest.  2001 - This AMAZING performance of "Slave 4 U" where Britney riskily carried a huge snake around the stage! amazing killer performance! Had the world talking for weeks!   2002 - Britney had the honor of presenting Michael Jackson, the KING OF POP with an honorary award. 2003 - Pop royalty join forces! 2003 -  No one can for get this VMA HISTORY! The infamous Brit and Madonna kiss! HOT! 2008 - Britney after a long hiatus, returns to the VMA's to open up the show.  2008 -...

Burberry Beauty...

Burberry <3 It's almost that time of year to beak out the trenches and pea coats for fall  (my favorite time of the year).  If I could wear my burberry pea coat and nothing else, like her -  naked,  I would!...  BUT I WON'T THOUGH! ha! Photography: Peter Curti I <3 Burberry.

Accessories - The Dark Side...

Photography, Styling & Creative Direction by: Peter Curti Models:  Autumn Layne Stein &  Jolynn Carpenter This Photo shoot was styled with accessories from Forever 21 . When on a small budget and you need to save that extra money there accessories are perfect to use, the accessories are inexpensive but photograph perfectly!

SEXY GLAMOR: WORK IT!

Alexis is wearing: Diane Von Furstenberg , Dress.   Mui Mui , Shoes. Showing her sexy side, but keeping it classy & glamorous, as always. I'm LOVING this look!... Work it! Photographed by: Peter Curti  &  Styled by: Alexis Cozza

SEXY GLAMOR: WORK IT!

Alexis is wearing: Diane Von Furstenberg , Dress.   Mui Mui , Shoes. Tastefully sexy yet classy & glamorous. I'm LOVING this look! Photographed by: Peter Curti Styled by: Alexis Cozza

Photo Shoot: "LAKESIDE LINGERIE..."

Feather Craze!

A little Piece of Movie History... Marilyn Monroe:

The infamous ivory dress that the screen icon wore in the famous subway scene for the movie The Seven Year Itch  was sold at an auction for a whopping $4.6 million! The iconic dress was auctioned off in Beverly Hills this weekend. The buyer had to pay $1 million in fees making the dress a grand total of $5.6 million! So who would sell off this piece of movie history?!?  The William Travilla  - designed pleated halter dress  was put up for sale by Hollywood legend,  Debbie Reynolds . The 79 year-old starlet is an avid collector of   actress and movie memorabilia. Other pieces sold at auction including Monroe's red  Gentlemen Prefer Blondes  dress, which sold for $1.2 million;  Audrey Hepburn 's  My Fair Lady  Ascot dress, which raked in $3.7 million; and  Judy Garland 's blue  Wizard of Oz  dress used in test shots sold for $910,000 .

Photo Shoot: "LAKESIDE LINGERIE..."

The always fabulous M from Belles&Rebelle s   and I teamed up and went to my Sherman, Connecticut lakeside estate for a  Bare Necessities   photo shoot. M is wearing: Shots 1-6: Dress by LOVE , Vanity Fair Perfectly Yours Seam Free High Cut Brief   c/o Bare Necessities . Shot 7:   Vanity Fair Illumination Wire Free Bralette , Vanity Faire Perfectly Yours Seam Free High Cut Brief c/o Bare Necessities . Shots 8-11:   Calvin Klein Essentials Short Robe , Hanky Panky Signature Lace Retro Bralette , Warner's All Day Fit No Wedgie Full Brief c/o Bare Necessities .  Shots 13-14:   Hanky Panky Signature Lace Retro Bralette , Hanky Panky Signature Lace Retro V-kini Panty c/o Bare Necessities . Shot 15:   Dress by  LOVE ,  Vanity Fair Perfectly Yours Seam Free High Cut Brief   c/o  Bare Necessities . Photography by Peter Curti Modeling & Styling by Megan Averbuch Hair & Make-Up by Amanda Gigliotti A ...