Rihanna Runs This Town: Paris

We already knew she'd be at every worhty show this season but it's still amazing when we see her. She was spotted all over Paris for the shows and looking amazing! From the make-up to the wardrobe down to the hair. I love it. She was also spotted wiht her amazing stylist Mariel Haenn who I interviewed last week!

Black seemed to be her color of choice....I guess that is falling in line with the "all black everything" they were talking about.

Spotted: Rihanna Rocking Stephen Sprouse Shades

The singer, who is more well known for being a fashion icon these days, was spotted out and about in Tinseltown in her pink Louis Vuitton Graffiti Mask sunglasses from the Stephen Sprouse collection. I am digging the shades....however maybe not with that ensemble. The $560.00 glasses also come in lime green and orange. 

Take a Walk on the Wild Side

Animal Style anyone? No, not the fries from In-n-Out (only the people w/that fast food chain will get that), but the edgy, fierce and fashionable jewelry that has hit the scene as of late. 

animal style by fashionistadiva220 featuring Kenneth Jay Lane jewelry

I have been a fan of lion, tiger and jaguar jewelry for a while now, but I never thought anyone saw where I was coming from. Apparently I was so wrong. I am loving the variety of jewelry I've seen and here are some of my more recent favorites. The prices range from $4.00 to almost $500.00 so you can definitely find something that suits your price range.

Summertime Attire

Hitting the beach this summer? I've told you how to hook those toes up, get your skin glistening and now I'm going to give you some suggestions on what to wear when you're lounging by the pool or laid out on the beach. Since we're about half-way through summer, things have been cooling off, at least here in LA. So if you don't necessarily want to get in the water, you can still look fierce! ;)

summer swim by fashionistadiva220 featuring Gucci

If you want to do all black, this is my suggestion. I love the one pieces that have been coming out lately, and I always love a big beach hat. Though it's not a beach bag, this Gucci arm candy is just as good! 

brown swim by fashionistadiva220 featuring Missoni

If you're into browns, golds and bronzes, then you're likely to fall for this set more than the other two. I like an oversized cover-up but I don't like to to be solid. A pattern is much more fun and appealing. 

red swim by fashionistadiva220 featuring Betsey Johnson bags

Last but not least, if you're into color try this bright red one piece and spice it up with a little some animal print. The Betsey Johnson beach bag sets the look off, without it it'd be boring. 

Who Wore What: Weekend Fab

Over the weekend there was nothing absolutely spectacular, but there were a few things that I think were cute and did not mind seeing.


ADRIENNE BAILON, who I had the pleasure of meeting and interviewing a few weeks back for Rap-Up.com looked very cute in this black and white short number she wore to the 10th Annual Art for Life Event. I love the embellishments on he neckline. Very haute!


UK singer ALEXANDRA BURKE was out and about grabbing some dinner in a very cute laid back but still fab ensemble. I love her blazer! *is that you in the background TyTy?*


And CHRISTINA MILIAN dazzled in this short sleeve orange dress. I love the bright color along with her silver pump. Not to mention she looks gorgeous here, hair, make-up, the whole package. And congrats to the newly engaged lady also!


Last but definitely not least is none other than Miss BEYONCE. I love this khaki green color and leave it up to B to throw on a bedazzled belt to spice it up. Even though it's two pieces, she makes it look like one and I'm definitely buying it. She looks great!

Out & About: Fab looks for the summer!

These colors caught my eye, as I love pastels, florescent and bright fun colors overall during the summer. I mean it's so reflective of the weather and summer in general! I love it!


ASHANTI looked especially cute in her light blue Herve skirt and I always love loose fitting tanks with this kind of skirt....it's a great combination of both style and color. The yellow is just right and typically I may not have liked this shoe but the peep toe ankle boot works here!


The dress Matthew Williamson that THANDIE NEWTON recently wore was so summery and sweet. I loved the mix of colors and the pleating along the neckline. She hardly ever does wrong, and she's obviously a big MW fan as I frequently see her in his latest pieces. I also love that she paired it with a nude shoe. Very nice combo!


NICK CANNON also decided to rock the warm colors of summer in a lavender shirt and tie along with a tan vest to a Swatch event in New York. He looks very clean and I am loving his "always suited & booted" image he's been giving. I don't like the suits when he looks like MC's bodyguard, but I do like this change in color!

ESPY Roundup

So the fabulous ESPY awards were last night, where the hottest sports stars gather to be honored, awarded and celebrated for their outstanding performances through the year. Needless to say everyone was stepping on to the red carpet in the best of the best....or were they?


I thought my girl SERENA WILLIAMS looked amazing and I loved this color on her. I love the soft and hard combination her, as it flowy but still structured in the torso area. Nice!


I was a bit confused by RASHIDA JONES' look, as I'm not a huge fan of short white dresses all the time. It has to be something really speacil for me not to scrutinize. But I was disappointed at both dress and shoe selection. Some of these startlets think that you can throw a Louboutin on with anything, and that's just not the case!


Not short and black is another story....it's almost always a success1 JAMIE PRESELY killed it in this long sleeve, short black number. I'm almost sure the back is out, though I haven't seen it. But even if it's not, this is still a very hot look.


Last but not least....well maybe in this situation, are KOBE & VANESSA BRYANT. He looks nice, but he obviously thought this 2001 Prom dress with cut-outs was okay for his wifey, and so did she. It's definitely not cute and I can't imagine why she would think it was. The cut is all wrong, the hem is weird and her breasts are extremely too huge for this. They look like they hurt....and once again those Louboutin's are not for this look. Try again Mrs. Bryant! But I still love you though....lol.

Fab Feet: Get those toes ready for Summer!

While Summer is vastly approaching, your wardrobe, bodies and minds may be ready for it, but are your feet?

In the Winter many of us neglect our feet, not getting pedicures as often and sometimes not even throwing any polish on them due to that fact that they're covered up the majority of the time. And men: even you should be caring for those feet! Pedicures are your friend!

I know that the recession has taken a toll on many of the luxuries some of us were used to but I bet you can do an at home pedicure better than your local nail shop. Besides YOU know what YOU like best, right?

Sally Hansen has some amazing, bright, eye-catching colors for summer and best of all, they are a part of the Insta-Dri Fast Dry Nail Color. This means you'll only have to apply one coat! When I first opened the bottle, I was shocked at the shape of the brush and it took some getting used to but by the time I was on the third toe, I mastered it. The color spreads on thick, so you dont have to continue applying and it's just a s bright as 2 or 3 coats! And even better it dries in 60 seconds! It's available in 24 shades and my fave are Blue Streak, Sonic Bloom and Lightening Creme.


A tip when using these bold colors: USE A BASE COAT....otherwise your nails may get stained, and who wants that?

While these colors are great, they won't look their best if you don't apply them to well manicured, moisturized feet. The scrubs, in any flavor from Bath & Body Works, Carol's Daughter and Sally Hansen work wonders for removing dead skin! I don't know about you but I love when my feet are soft and this is the best method to get them that way. The pumice stones scratch feet and damage skin, so a new thicker callous comes back to protect the feet. The scrubs are more gentle and aren't so harsh on them.

Carol's Daughter Lemon Ginger Mint Manicure in a Jar smells great and moisturizes like no other! Highly recommended!

The Footloose & Fancy Fizz Bubbly Foot Bath is amazing, as it soothes your tired feet and smells amazing!

And one of my favorite sets is the Salon Pedicure collection from Sally Hansen. Like I said, we probably all can't afford to go to the nail shop or the spa every week, so this will work wonders for your feet during those "in-between times."

The Mineral Foot Soak gets your feet ready for the Ultra Smoothing Foot Scrub which both moisturizes and removes dead skin leaving feet extremely soft. Finish it off with the hydrating Foot Creme, not too thick but enough to moisturize and leave feet felling baby smooth!

You Asked: Rihanna's Leggings

YOU ASKED: "Can you tell me more about those leggings that Rihanna has on in your Look of the Moment section?" The silver ones....she's so high-maintenance I'm sure I can't afford them! But I'd like to know anyway...thanks! - Kammie, Atl.

Kammie, I also like this whole look, but I'm especially loving the leggings like you. You're wrong about one thing though: they are not going to cost you an arm and a leg. You can sooo grab this look for youself. Check it out:


Hers are by LnA and go for $78.00 but I've got my eye on the ones from American Apparel. They're a little different because they are ribbed, but I like them just the same and they're about half the price at $36.00. I hope I helped!

As always, if you have any questions, send them to me and I'll do my best to answer them and find out any info I can! :)

LOVE 21

Forever 21 is releasing yet another line under it's umbrella called "LOVE 21." It will be their first ever "contemporary line," but it won't be available in all stores. I am anxious to see what else they have in store for us....I hope they got some of the designers they've been using lately because I've been loving some of what I see. Time will tell....

Matthew Williamson + H&M = HOT!

So I was so excited to learn that MW was doing a collabo with H&M, as many others have done successfully in the past, but I knew this would be different. While there was nothing that I'd die to have from the Cavalli line and the collection from Madonna was great but I didn't get anything. The story is different with the Matthew Wiliamson line; I really want to grab a few pieces but I have to get there soon, as I know everything will soon sell out quickly! Here are some of the pieces that were my fav! I wish they sold online!

Head over to H&M.com to find a location near you!

Do you watch Bravo's Bad Girls Club?

For fans of the cast of this season, I have a surprise for you next week! ;)

The Man Behind the Mane!

I just wanted to touch on the hair genius Dickey! I was doing some browsing over at Essence.com and they did a special on Kelis' Hair Evolution and her main stylist, Dickey gives his input on each of her drastic styles that he's helped make famous. 

He has also worked on the tresses on first lady Michelle Obama and we know her hair is always fabulous! Dickey also has a line of hair products called Hair Rules for kinky, wavy and curly hair, which I'm definitely going to try!

Another reason I wish I live dint he Big Apple....

TOPSHOP has officially invaded the states and I for one wish I could pick up my bag, run-off to lunch and shop 'til i drop.....but I can't! You see, I live in this little place called Los Angeles...not so fashion forward! But I can deal for now...we're getting better, I promise! If you're not one of the lucky residents of NYC, head over to Beauty Banter to check out some behind the scenes footage of the opening!

If this ain't a smoke eye....

...I don't know what is!

The Queen attended her 39th birthday party out here in LA over the weekend and it's obvious why she's a Cover Girl. The skin is flawless, and whoever did this make-up need to hold a "How-to" session on the "Smoke Eye." Blending is perfect and the outcome, DONE! I love it!

This heightens my anticipation!

I'm excited for BEYONCE'S tour even more now!!! The Sasha Fierce show will be bomb! I just know it. The last one was amazing, I saw it live and watch the DVD at least once a week! Can't wait!!

Are You Going Green?

March 17, 2009 - St. Patrick's Day....while most would say bring on the booze I'm saying bring on the shoes....and bags, and clothes! :) We all know there are some amazing pieces out there right now, but I've complied a list of my fav green items to help you go green (literally) this St. Patty's Day.


Keeping it comfortable and stylish, these Marc by Marc Jacobs sandals are the perfect green, and they can go with tons of outfits and can be accessorized up or down. They retail for $225.00 and you can grab a pair over at Eluxury.com


This croc flap clutch form Nancy Gonzalez is perfect for St. Patty's Day and the rest of Spring in this gorgeous Lime color. It's going set you back $1,400 and it's available at neimanmarcus.com


Juicy Couture has this very cute three-quarter sleeve wool coat. I love the ruffled hem the best! It retails for $628.00 at Eluxury.com


You can also go green with this very bright apple green Fendi logo wallet. It features the classic chain and is a real statement piece. Once again, something you'll be able to wear through Spring. If you want a very fabulous place to store your money and credit cards for about $580.00, visit Eluxury.com

This watersnake hobo from Christian Louboutin is the most beautiful mint green color I've seen in a while. I love the look and I'm sure I'd love the supple texture even more! In order to have this piece of arm candy, you'd have to be willing to shell out a pretty penny, $2,895 to be exact. Gotta have it? Head over to neimanmarcus.com


This Versace resin link bracelet is so classy and simple. I love the stone in the middle, it adds character but is not too much. There's a time for huge stones and bangles, this bracelet is the opposite. It was retailing for $580.00 but it's marked down to $289.00 at Eluxury.com and I'm sure it will go quickly so if you like it, you'd better get it now.


And fellas, I didn't forget about you! You can rock these Steven Sprouse tribute collection Louis Vuitton graffiti sneaker boots for $980.00. Grab them over at Eluxury.com, they also come in orange.


If you're not trying to go all out....just pick up a simple shirt. I like the color of the one from Band of Outsiders. The overdyed batiste shirt is a bright green that's sure to make any St. Patty's day lucky! Head over to Eluxury.com to check it out.

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Don't drink too much and stay fashionably green!