R.I.P. Michael Jackson

Long live the King of Pop in our hearts: Michael Jackson (photo from CNN.com)

Quick Blurb: Is that Maxwell?!?

What?!? Is that Maxwell? Wow! I came across an article in WWD about showing Maxwell's new look (image from Yahoo Music Blogs). First off, where did he go and why is he appearing, all of a sudden, with a new look? Do I hear "Comeback?" Whatever the reason may be, it's about time he come back with some new sensual, sexy song that makes you want to find your lover and get some sexual healing (something we all need, to keep from being cranky, agree?) I have to say he doesn't look bad. There is something about being clean-cut that makes men look like real men. It's hot! Check out Maxwell's new album "BLACKsummers' night," dropping July 7th.

Things That Make You Drool: Women's Shoes

Can I just say that my mouth is drooling a bit?!?

Courtesy of my friend Gig (pronounced gee-g) and the Sigerson Morrison website, I am able to show you why I drool at women's shoes. The two pairs (above) are from Sigerson Morrison's Spring '09 Collection, meaning you should go and buy them. How can you resist a pair of great looking, not to mention, completely fabulous accessories for the lower extremities?

Clearly, it is apparent why HOTT shoes make straight men hot and bothered, asking women to keep them on during certain bedroom activities, and, why gay men invented the word "FIERCE!" (with two snaps of the fingers and a bend towards the back, you hags know what I'm talking about).

The design of women's shoes have so much creativity, pizazz, and sex appeal. I thought men's shoes got me going, but not more than women's. Plus, any woman who can strut their stuff in heels 4 inches and above deserves uber kudos. Work it out gurrrl!

2009 CFDA Awards

No time to chit chat, but here are the winners of last night's CFDA Awards held at New York City's Lincoln Center (images by Scott Rudd, reported by WWD.com):

Kate and Laura Mulleavy for Rodarte took home the Womenswear Designer of the Year Award; Scott Sternberg for Band of Outsiders and Italo Zucchelli for Calvin Klein Collection

tied for the Menswear Designer of the Year Award, and Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez for Proenza Schouler won Accessory Designer of the Year.

The Swarovski awards for emerging talent, meanwhile, went to Alexander Wang for Womenswear, Tim Hamilton for Menswear and Justin Giunta for Subversive Jewelry for Accessory Design.

Anna Sui was honored with the Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award, and the International Award went to Marc Jacobs for his work at Louis Vuitton. Ralph Lauren won the first Popular Vote award.

First Lady Michelle Obama received the CFDA’s Board of Directors’ Special Tribute.

WWD editor in chief Edward Nardoza was honored with the Eugenia Sheppard Award, while Jim Moore, creative director of GQ, took the Eleanor Lambert Award.

Quick Blurb: 2009 CFDA Awards

The CFDA's have finally finished this evening in NYC. Who won?!?! (updates on 6/16)

A New Moon Has Come Upon Us

If you have not already seen this during the MTV Movie Awards, then you HAVE TO watch this trailer for New Moon. I meeean, can we say excited?!? AND can we say Jacob is ripped!

B.E.P. New CD

"The End" is the new title of the Black Eyed Peas newest album which dropped on June 9th. However, it's more like a new beginning of their new sound (which may or may not continue onto future albums). One thing is for sure, this album is definitely a new take on their original style. I'm use to hearing that creative, hip-hop sound they always delivered. The idea of autotone has definitely come back and B.E.P. is on that bandwagon that already has Lil' Wayne and Kanye West leading the way. I don't mind it so much, just as long as the tunes sound great and I can dance my a%% off! Lady GaGa uses autotone as well to bring that electro, glam rock to the clubs..and you got to love the GaGa!!! Are we returning to the 80s???

See the Scent

Quick Blog: I just had to post these because I found them adorable. These relaxing scents by Michael Aram are definitely a must have for the fall. What makes them cute are the varying covers that express the scent inside. Whether used as a candle, decorating piece, or a container (once all the wax is melted, of course), Michael has created something that has a multiple purpose, intentional or not. In any case, I love!

Cu-ote Bows!

I'm not a fan of bows unless it's a bow-tie accompanying a man's preppy boy look. However, I find these watches by Badgley Mischka really adorable and cute. As a watch and a, sort of, cute cuff, these pieces seem to have the ability to go from day to night. At first, I thought this would be cheesy, but there is just that right amount of subtleness and class that allows an individual to look quite fun and stylish. It's cu-ote!

Anna Sui + Gossip Girl + Target = Fabu!

First off, I find it AMAZING! that Anna Sui has collaborated with Target. Anna Sui has been around since the 80s and has created fun, fashionable clothing for women that always maintains a sense of style. So to hear that she was creating this collection was exciting. To top it all off, she was inspired by the hit show Gossip Girl, which I watch religiously (even the summer re-runs). Who is Gossip Girl?!?!? Anyhow, I love this dress (image above). It is soooo Serena and those shoes are fabu! Sidenote: shoes can always pull together an outfit, no matter how grungy you look. Oh Anna Sui, how you never seem to disappoint. Anna, herself, was very kind and I always love her choice of wearing dark colors - stylish, slimming, and sexy. Check out this dress and more this Fall at Target.

Get comfortable at the LOFT

FYI, I am changing up the font style on the blog from this point on. In other news, this Ann Taylor LOFT Tartan cape...Amazing! Yeah, I know it's not Dolce or Marc, but it is still great. This Fall, LOFT is producing some amazing pieces that is sure to give you more bang for your buck (in what many are calling a depression/recession period). If you can look chic and get it cheap, then by all means, do so. As many of you know or should know, it is all in the way you style the outfit! Work it out, you've earned it!

A Bit of Glee

I am so excited for this Fall!!! Why? Besides the fact that the fall season allows many fashionistas to put their best foot forward, I am anxiously awaiting the premiere of the new Fox show Glee. Several weeks ago, Glee's pilot episode aired and all I have to say is, "AMAZINGLY, HILARIOUS and ENTERTAINING!" At first, I thought this would be some new take on High School Musical, but it's wayyyy more. As far as the singing, this show definitely blows HSM away (well, at least, in my opinion. The tweens may disagree with me). Plus, who doesn't enjoy hearing Journey every now and then? Watch the full pilot episode for yourself (http://www.hulu.com/watch/73740/glee-pilot). But just in case you don't have time, here is a quick vid from youtube: