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The X Factor Exclusive: Melanie Amaro’s Transformation Secrets!

Dec 21, 2011 @ 5:30 pm

The X Factor judge Simon Cowell called contestant Melanie Amaro “brilliant” and “bloody fantastic,” and the 19-year-old singer deserves every bit of praise. She’s belted out songs by Whitney and Mariah, and she is the only female left in the competition. On tonight’s finals, Amaro will compete for the $5 million prize against Chris Rene and Josh Krajcik. While we can’t wait to hear her sing, we also can’t wait to see what she’ll wear! We chatted with the X Factor style team—hair stylist Ken Paves (left) and makeup artist Kristofer Buckle (right)—to get all the details about Amaro’s style transformation. Find out her secrets in the gallery now.

Tell us: Who are you rooting for? Let us know in the comments!

— Cheryl Brody Franklin

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Net-A-Porter Sale Started Today: Up to 70% Off!

Dec 21, 2011 @ 4:55 pm

Can’t resist a good sale? Net-a-Porter.com has you covered! The chicest fashion outpost in cyberspace is having its biggest sale of the year with reductions up to 70% off. And—free shipping everywhere in the U.S. Get in the bargain hunting spirit by clicking through some of our favorite items from the sale in the gallery now, and shop the sale at net-a-porter.com.

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Found It! Blake Lively’s Bright Scarf

Dec 21, 2011 @ 3:15 pm

Blake Lively bundled up in Boston with a bold print scarf from Theodora & Callum. She’ll want to hold on to the hand-printed pareo as the seasons change—the versatile piece can be worn as a shawl, sarong or top! Pick one up for $175 at theodoraandcallum.com.

Plus, see more amazing statement accessories in the gallery!

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InStyle Is Now on Pinterest!

Dec 21, 2011 @ 2:30 pm

Have you tried Pinterest? The addictive site is a virtual bulletin board for the great products and inspiring images you run across online—and now you can find us there, too! Set up a profile and a “Pin It” button appears on your browser, then click to save your favorite images on boards (such as “cute outfits” or “haircuts I love”). We have boards for wedding hair ideas, gorgeous bangs, holiday gifts and more—follow us at pinterest.com/instylemag! Plus, if there are other boards you’d like us to make, just let us know in the comments. Happy pinning!

Hannah Morrill

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Princess Diana’s Dresses Heading to Kensington Palace

Dec 21, 2011 @ 1:30 pm

Princess Diana’s fashion is going on display! Five of her most famous dresses will be exhibited at Kensington Palace beginning March 26th, the Telegraph reports. The show will featured the black silk taffeta Emanuel gown that Diana wore to her first official engagement with Prince Charles in 1981. Other pieces include a fuchsia silk chiffon sari-style dress and an ivory silk crepe dinner dress (both by Catherine Walker), a black and white cocktail dress by Bellville Sassoon, and a black silk shift dress by Versace. So, who’s up for a weekend trip to London?

Plus, see Diana’s most iconic style moments!

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Rihanna’s You Da One Video, Gisele for Givenchy, and More!

Dec 21, 2011 @ 12:40 pm

1. Peep behind-the-scenes footage of Rihanna’s new music video, You Da One. [YouTube]

2. Gisele posed beachside for Givenchy in a dangerous all black ensemble. [Fashionista]

3. Watch the video for Mariah Carey and John Legend’s new holiday hit! [JustJared]

4. Check out MiH Jeans’ capsule collection, now available on Shopbop. [Shopbop]

5. Jean Paul Gaultier designed a champagne bottle and wrapped it in fishnet and crystals. [WWD]

6. Get Victoria Beckham’s toned legs with this workout from her trainer. [FitSugar]

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Star Q&A: What Do You Love About the Holidays?

Dec 21, 2011 @ 12:15 pm

Wondering what all your favorite stars are up to this holiday season? We got the scoop! Find out who looks forward to Brussels sprouts, butter cookies, and more in the gallery.

— Caitlin Donovan, reporting by Lindzi Scharf

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Ali Larter Says Yes to Re-Wearing Dresses!

Dec 21, 2011 @ 11:40 am

Like Kate Middleton and Dita Von Teese, Ali Larter isn’t afraid to take her wardrobe for multiple spins on the red carpet. Over the weekend, she hosted a celebration honoring Alain Mikli’s new Los Angeles boutique and benefit for The Art of Elysium at her Hollywood Hills home in an Alberta Ferretti little white scoopneck dress featuring a geometric design—the same look she wore to the designer’s runway show at III° Edition of Cali Expo in Colombia in October. “I love this dress,” Larter told InStyle.com. “I thought it was so beautiful. It was one of those moments where I thought, ‘I’m wearing that baby again!’” And she advises everyone to follow her lead. “It’s such a bummer in my business when you wear something and you’re not supposed to wear it again,” she said. “I’m like, ‘No way!’” Agreed!

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— Sharon Clott, reporting by Lindzi Scharf