2015 MTV Video Music Awards

There were many losers and winners at this years VMAS as there is every year because many artists are nominated for each category but there can only be one winner. This also goes for the fashions that graced the red carpet this year…..many losers. Is this a circus or an award show? I could not tell the difference. I will just say that I have seen circuses more elegant and stylish than Sunday nights award show.

We will start with the losers, the many losers 🙁

For starters, The BIGGEST loser, Miley Cyrus. As if her hosting the award show wasn’t enough torture. I cringed at every single outfit change. It is understandable that she desires to differentiate Hannah Montana from her true self, but the craziness overshadows the real beauty and talent Miley possesses.

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More Fashion Losers

Kim K
Kim K
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Justin Bieber

 

Amber Rose/Blacc Chyna
Amber Rose/Blacc Chyna

I do not consider anyone a winner this year, but if I had to pick it would be Britney Spears. This may be a sympathy vote because I grew up a huge Britney fan and I am glad to see her healthy and happy. Her physique is looking great, giving the old Britney a run for her money.

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More fashion “Winners”

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Nicki Minaj

 

Rita Ora
Rita Ora

Serayah McNeill

Serayah McNeill

The Look for Less

 

Here are just a few of my recent favorite celebrity looks for the Spring/Summer along with some Looks for Less that I put together.

 

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“Incognito”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I love this Kim K look for those cool, rainy days some of us may be experiencing. Also a jump start to Fall 2k15. Kim’s out may be very expensive but with a few basics you can achieve this look.

 

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For Less: Black hoodie Rag and Bone $128 Black Top Shop jeans $70 Steve Madden shoes $100 sunglasses $11

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“Got Spirit?”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I consider Tia Mowry a fashion underdog. She always has a fresh, new look. Not sure what to wear to that game day date? Check out Tia’s spirited look.

 

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For Less: Favorite sports team tee Black Top Shop jeans $70 Charles David pumps $99 Sunglasses $11

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“CiCi in the City”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I wish I could have Ciara’s legs for less, but her outfit will have to do. Simplicity and comfort are always a girls best friends, especially during the warm seasons.

 

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For Less: Top Shop hat $60 Shift dress $30 Top Shop sandals $85

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The Fashion Behind The Hit TV Show Empire

Empire is a hit tv show on Fox about the family drama of a hip hop empire. With intense and comical story lines, I am sure not many viewers pay attention to the fashion of the characters. There’s a science to wardrobing in films and movies. After doing my research, I discovered that Costume Designer Rita McGhee, who is also the wife of the most popular producer Timberland, is the mastermind behind the fashion of the characters in each episode. We have Luscious Lyon played by Terrance Howard. Luscious is the CEO of Empire records. His wardrobe consists of powerful, king-like robes and suits, while draped in gold to exude money, power and respect. Rita dresses Luscious in Prada, Gucci, and Burberry. Cookie Lyon is the ex wife of Luscious played by Taraji P. Henson. Her character is raw, flashy and straight forward. Rita dresses her in Balenciaga, Balmain, and low end boutiques because whatever Cookie wears she owns the room. As for the three sons, Rita Dresses Hakeem with the latest gear and sneakers looking like todays hottest rapper because he plays a young hip-hop star on the show. The middle son Jamal, is a singer that is finding his own light between underground artsy and mainstream. As we see his character’s fashion evolve each episode. The oldest son Andre can be seen in business attire similar to his father.

Rita McGhee, Costume Designer for Empire on Fox
Rita McGhee, Costume Designer for Empire on Fox
Luscious Lyons
Luscious Lyon

 

Cookie Lyons
Cookie Lyon

 

Hakeem Lyons
Hakeem Lyon

 

Jamal Lyons
Jamal Lyon
Andre Lyons
Andre Lyon