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Mondo’s Piperlime T-Shirt to Benefit AIDS Research

Nov 29, 2010 @ 5:52 pm

When contestant Mondo Guerra announced he was HIV positive on last season’s Project Runway, it was one of the most moving moments in the show’s history. The designer has since become an AIDS awareness activist, recently creating a collection of limited-edition T-shirts to benefit the amFAR AIDS research organization. The $50 “Live and Love” shirts will retail at Piperlime starting this Wednesday, December 1st—$20 from each sale which will go directly to amFAR.

See Heidi Klum wearing a Mondo design.

MORE! Find out what other celebrities are doing in honor of World AIDS Day.

— Anne L. Fritz

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Anne Hathaway and James Franco to Host the Oscars

Nov 29, 2010 @ 4:00 pm

The 83rd Annual Academy Awards just got a major infusion of cool with the news that Anne Hathaway and James Franco will host them! “James Franco and Anne Hathaway personify the next generation of Hollywood icons—fresh, exciting and multi-talented,” Oscar telecast producers Bruce Cohen and Don Mischer said in a press release on Monday. What’s more, it’s possible that both Anne and James will be nominated—for their roles in Love and Other Drugs and 127 Hours, respectively. Nominations for the February 27th show will be announced January 25th.

MORE! Check out our Top 10 Academy Award Gowns Ever.

— Anne L. Fritz

What Are Your Favorite Spring Trends?

Nov 29, 2010 @ 3:14 pm

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Yes, we know you’ve just barely pulled out your knits, boots and scarves, but here in magazine-land, we’re already planning for Spring—and we want to know what YOU think! Will you dare to wear a bold, bright new color? Is shower-wet hair too much for you? Take our poll and sound-off on Spring fashion and beauty trends—then get back to that cozy winter wardrobe.

UPDATE: This poll is now closed.

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Lourdes Leon Dyes Her Hair Black

Nov 29, 2010 @ 2:01 pm

How to rebel when your mom is one of the most envelope-pushing performers of all-time? Well, according to Lourdes Leon, you dye your hair black! Back in October, Madonna‘s daughter told us she was planning on celebrating her 14th birthday with a new hair color. Lourdes was eying a bright blue shade, while Madonna favored a deep raven black. At this month’s Harry Potter premiere, it was clear Lourdes took Madonna’s advice. Turns out sometimes parents really do know best.

MORE! Try darker locks yourself in our virtual Makeover Tool!

—With reporting by Lavinel Savu

— Kendall Herbst

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Gwen Stefani Takes Her Son for a Manicure, Taylor Swift Talks Her Unruly Hair, and More!

Nov 29, 2010 @ 1:50 pm

1. Gwen Stefani and her son Kingston bond over regal metallic manicures. [JustJared.com]

2. Taylor Swift admits that her gorgeous curls are not easily tamed. [ShowBizSpy.com]

3. Salvatore Ferragamo has launched its first social media campaign to celebrate the W Bag. Share an inspirational story for a chance to win a purse! [PoshGlam.com]

4. Three upcoming TV projects are sure to keep Eva Longoria a very busy woman. [JustJared.com]

5. Justin Bieber stepped out with a trimmed ‘do last week. Cue the teenage squeals! [HuffingtonPost.com]

6. Boom Boom Pow! The Black Eyed Peas will perform during Super Bowl halftime on February 6th. [HuffingtonPost.com]

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Christian Siriano Launches Vintage-Inspired Holiday Jewelry

Nov 29, 2010 @ 1:49 pm

Is there anything Christian Siriano can’t do? First Project Runaway, then a namesake collection complete with New York runway shows, then a line of Payless shoes and now, a vintage inspired jewelry line! The Regal Estate collection, which launched yesterday on his accessories-only website SendtheTrend.com, was inspired by fashion references ranging from 19th century French royalty to ’70s icon Bianca Jagger. “I love vintage, regal looking estate jewelry and I wanted these pieces to have that antique, vintage look—like something you can’t find anywhere else,” the designer said in a press release. He also loves affordable fashion. Case and point? All items (including the 10-karat gold-plated amethyst hoops on the left) are $29.95! Happy shopping…

— Anne L. Fritz

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Celebrities Will Sign Off Twitter for World AIDS Day

Nov 29, 2010 @ 1:42 pm

Don’t be surprised if this Wednesday, your Twitter feed is surprisingly silent. On December 1st, Lady Gaga, Kim Kardashian, Justin Timberlake, Jennifer Hudson and other celebrities have pledged to take a break from social media to draw awareness to World Aids Day, and specifically to Alicia Keys’s Keep a Child Alive campaign. “This is such a direct and instantly emotional way…to get people to pay attention,” the singer told the Associated Press. The stars will sign back on once the charity raises $1 million. To do your part, make a one-time $5 donation to Keep a Child Alive by texting 9099. The charge will appear on your next phone bill.

— Anne L. Fritz

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It’s Official! Alexa Chung is Fashion’s “It” Girl!

Nov 29, 2010 @ 11:15 am

We’ve been hyping Alexa Chung‘s ineffable coolness for months and now the New York Times agrees! The British model was profiled this weekend and declared fashion’s “latest ‘it’ girl.” Not only does Chung have a line of clothing at Madewell, but she’s also starring in a PBS reality show “Thrift America,” which will track her mining consignment shops for undiscovered gems. The show debuts next summer, but you don’t have to wait that long to pick up a few style tips from this trendsetter. We’ve rounded up her nine go-to wardrobe pieces so that you can snag her enviably cool vibe now. Click through the gallery below for all her style must-haves!

— Kendall Herbst

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