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Michelle Obama’s Bright Outfits During Her South America Tour

Mar 22, 2011 @ 4:04 pm

Michelle Obama joined President Barack Obama during his tour of South America this week, and her wardrobe picks for her south-of-the-equator trip launched us right into spring fashion mode. After four days of traveling in Chile and Brazil, we spotted the First Lady in everything from Naeem Khan to Rachel Roy to Tracy Reese. She even caught on to biggest spring trend—bursts of bright color—by wearing an electric yellow Zero + Maria Cornejo top when she departed Chile on Air Force One today. And that’s not all! Click through the gallery to see all of Michelle Obama’s looks from her tour of Chile and Brazil.

MORE: See Spring’s Hottest Hues!

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Adele in InStyle: Brad Goreski’s Fan Moment!

Mar 22, 2011 @ 3:15 pm

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Celebrity stylist Brad Goreski may be a pro at dressing A-listers, but he recently admitted that he got a little starstruck when styling singer Adele for InStyle‘s April story about colorful violet eye makeup. “When Adele got to the shoot I kind of disappeared because I was nervous to meet her but I came out of hiding (for fear of seeming weird) and introduced myself,” the stylist wrote on his official Brad’s Blog. “When we were about to start the fitting, I did something I NEVER EVER do…I geeked out and told her what a super fan I am!!! She was very sweet and thanked me and I turned back into a professional stylist.” Success! Goreski styled the artist in lots of colorful jewelry and clothes—see the full shoot on page 346 of InStyle’s latest issue, on newsstands now.

MORE: See Spring’s Hottest Hues!

— Caitlin Petreycik

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Gwyneth Hits the London Scene, Jennifer Hudson’s High Note and More!

Mar 22, 2011 @ 2:30 pm

Last night in London, Gwyneth Paltrow and Elle MacPherson got cocktail party chic to help Bottega Veneta creative director Tomas Maier celebrate the grand re-opening of the luxe label’s flagship store. After the ribbon cutting, the crowd headed to the members-only Marks Club for some after-partying. Across the pond, Jennifer Hudson hit a high note in a sleek sequin dress at a bash for her new album, Kate Winslet went fashion-forward for the premiere of her new HBO mini-series, and Steven Tyler showed up to support daughter Liv at the debut of her super hero-themed flick. See more photos from last night’s parties in the gallery.

— Bronwyn Barnes

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Decades 2.1 Swings Into Spring

Mar 22, 2011 @ 2:15 pm

The following is a guest post from one of our favorite blogs, Decades Two.1.

Spring is here and over at Decades 2.1, an online consignment shop, we couldn’t be more excited. That’s why we gathered together our favorite looks for spring for our latest Hautelook sale, running today through Thursday. From pale pastel suiting from Christian Dior to bright color blocked prints by Prada and spring-friendly sweaters by Rick Owens (shown), it’s all at Decades 2.1. Check it out now!

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Happy Birthday, Reese Witherspoon! Her 5 Hottest Looks Ever

Mar 22, 2011 @ 2:01 pm

Reese Witherspoon turns 35 today, and to celebrate, we’ve rounded up some of her hottest style moments! Off duty, she’s the master of relaxed, cool-mom street style. But when she hits the red carpet, it’s striking gowns and flirty (but never too sexy) strapless dresses. “I admire Reese’s confidence in her personal style and her decisions,” says designer Narciso Rodriguez of the Water for Elephants star. “She knows exactly what to wear.” Click through the gallery to see five of Witherspoon’s best-ever looks.

MORE! Turn to page 170 in InStyle‘s April issue for Reese Witherspoon’s top ten dresses!

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Kristin Davis’ Activism Award, Will & Kate’s Royal Carriage, and More!

Mar 22, 2011 @ 1:29 pm

1. The Humane Society honored Kristin Davis for her work with orphaned elephants. [MyDaily]

2. Prince William and Kate Middleton will leave their wedding ceremony in a 109-year-old carriage. [E!]

3. Alert! TheOutnet.com’s four-day clearance starts this Friday with up to 85% off designer duds. [TheOutnet]

4. Shoe designer Kobi Levi modeled a pump after Madonna’s gold bustier. [CocoPerez]

5. See a first look of Lacoste + Malandrino’s collaboration line, which hits stores in April. [WWD]

6. Wonder Woman wears the pants now. The superhero’s new costume is fierce! [JustJared]

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Giorgio Armani Celebrates World Water Day

Mar 22, 2011 @ 12:31 pm

Today marks the ninth annual World Water Day, which is an event designed to focus attention on the impact of climate change, conflicts and natural disasters on urban water systems. Fashion designer Giorgio Armani is celebrating in his own way—by raising awareness about improving access to safe drinking water by partnering with Green Cross International and the Unicef Tap Project. “I have always been very sensitive to environmental issues,” Armani told the New York Times. “Especially those concerning water, an element that I love—regenerating, precious, and essential to life.” Through March 31st, the designer pledged to provide 210 pints of drinking water to children for every bottle of Acqua di Gio or Acqua di Gioia purchased. The bottles are available for $73 to $80 on Macys.com, and Armani also set up a Facebook page and a Web site to provide information for those who want to do good and smell good this spring.

MORE:
• Designers Donate to Japan
• Tory Burch’s Charity Tee

— Caitlin Petreycik

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Dancing With the Stars Season 12: All the Outfits!

Mar 22, 2011 @ 11:15 am

Kirstie Alley and Ralph Macchio may have pulled away as early favorites on last night’s season premiere of Dancing With the Stars, but their outfits are another aspect of the competition all together. Whose outfit left you speechless? Was it playmate Kendra Wilkinson-Baskett‘s sky blue fringe or supermodel Petra Nemcova‘s lavender gown? And did you catch Karina Smirnoff‘s bare belly and Wendy Williams‘ gold booty shorts? Catch all the fun looks from last night’s season premiere of Dancing With the Stars in the gallery! And tell us: Who are you rooting for? Let us know in the comments!

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— Sharon Clott

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