VMA Review

The Fashion

The carpet at this year's Video Music Awards brought less than we expected in terms of trends. The major trend was color and metallic. There were a few buns both literally and figuratively between Selena Gomez's higher up-do to Beyonce's low set bun. They were also the stunners as Beyonce wore an orange caftan, and Selena Gomez had several couture costume changes.

There were the extremes such as Gaga dressed as "Jo Calderone" and Miss Minaj in a stuffed animal, cone get-up. All in all, the stars literally dazzled in some bizarre get-ups and we kind of expected that from a show all about artists. It wasn't so much the fashion that set the trends this year as it was the show itself.

The Show and the Performers

This year's show had no host. Instead, the stars were almost birthed out of an alien-shaped cone. It was bizarre to say the least. Katy Perry won an award for "E.T." with Kanye and even joked when he came to share the award on stage saying, "I think this is where you interrupt me." We all know what she was referring to here.

Gaga opened the show as her alter ego " Jo" a N.Y. man who rambled on into a five minute monologue that sounded more drug inspired than theatre. Then she proceeded to blast off "You and I," during which she took a tumble.

The performances of the night however went to Adele who showed true talent and even drew a few tears from Britney Spears.

The ultimate show-stopper and belly-popper was Beyonce who announced her pregnancy on stage, well, not exactly announced. Instead, she opened her costume to reveal a baby bump.

Each year the show seems to be less about the music and even fashion, but more of a mockery. This year it was a bunch of performers trying to do performance. At some point we felt like we were watching the Tony Awards on a Comedy Central Roast. Maybe there shouldn't be a next year. Thoughts?

A K-Doll Ties the K-Not

Kim Kardashian, I am sure you heard, took the plunge this weekend. She finally made it legal with Kris Humphries. However, it wasn't the marriage part that we were interested in. It was the fashion.

Doing it In Style

Mrs. Kardashian-Humphries, who appropriately kept the "dash" in her last name, made her way down the aisle in her one-of-a-kind design by her go-to designer, Vera Wang. While the diamond drop headband was trendsetting when it came to the couture gown, this usual trendsetter was a trend ender when it came to the rest of the look.

A Fashion Flop

While Kim's diamond headband is sure to set off a new wedding trend, that is where the setting end. Although full gown photos won't be seen until People magazine hits newsstands August 26, the preliminary glimpses show a poofy tulle and lace gown with a strapless cut bodice. The strapless cut was nothing new and not entirely flattering to the curvaceous star who is top heavy. The tulle bodice usually adds pounds to the hip area, but she managed, and the cut looked more like a prom gown than wedding dress. The design was nothing new, but the glow the bride wore was.

The makeup was okay, and the low-set bun was a little blah for our taste. Luckily, the starlet switched into two body hugging reception gowns that were breathtaking. All in all, of course she looked gorgeous, but we just feel that the dress didn't do the beauty justice.

A Fairy Tale Ending

In the end, it's all about the fairy tale and the smile on Kim's face as seen above by US Weekly showed that no matter our opinion, she still felt and looked like one. That's all that matters, and we respect the black and white theme and the blushing bride enough to end the fashion commentary here.

The wedding, which took place around 6:37 pacific time, mandated that all guests, including her godmother Kathie Lee, and Eva Longoria wear black or white and included favors adorned in the same colors. From heart-shaped Krispy Kremes to scarves inscribed with the wedding date, the party was far from a disappointment. Not only did it have celebs like Mario Lopez tweeting compliments and well-wishes, but it had a few on the dance floor into Sunday morning.

While the bride's look may have been classic and cliche, the feeling it left everyone with was original. We wish the newlyweds the best and the brightest as they begin their new life together. No honeymoon reports yet! We are sure however, that their own reality show is just around the corner. The four hour wedding special starts to air on E! in October. For now, this affair is To Be Continued...

TCA All the Way

These Teens Are Growing Up

From Ashley Greene's couture and sleek black and white pairing to Emma Stone's Christian Dior dress of the same colors, last night's Teen Choice Awards proved that when it comes to style, these teens are growing up. So, who rocked it and who socked it?

The Hits
Some of our favorites from last night's awards included Taylor Swift's sophisticated, but somewhat safe white Rafael Cennamo dress. Taylor wasn't the only teen that dressed sophisticated and sleek. Selena Gomez wowed in a gold Erin Fetherson mini and Rachel Bilson lived up to her unique fashion icon status by pairing a white Chloe mini with bold nude heels. Maggie Q kept it simple and chic in an all white pencil skirt and ruffled blouse by Max Mara, and Cat Deeley showed she's a true fashion blogger in an on trend teal lace mini by Matthew Williamson. While these were all hits in our opinion, they also made it a tough choice to pick a winner.

And The Winner is...

It was a close call, but we had to choose Kim Kardashian's Fall (trend alert!) forecasting black and white feathered ensemble as the winner. From the chic chignon to the figure accentuating black feathered mini and white halter, this soon-to-be-bride proved she'll be walking down the aisle in style. Not to be outdone the always stylish and daring Kat Graham of "Vampire Diaries" tied for most daring and fashion forward with her fringe, white mini by J. Mendel. While most would have passed on this daring mini, Kat stayed true to her on-the-edge style and we think she rocked it. Her fashion confidence gets our vote of confidence as well.

The men didn't disappoint either. Taylor Lautner's laid back leather ensemble got our vote for best dressed male. It wasn't all a win-win situation however when it came to the fashions. In fact, it seemed a night full of curious reversals, as the adults in attendance like Kourtney Kardashian pulled a Cher and tried to turn back time. Some, like Kourtney in an electric blue mini did succeed, others...not so much.

The Losers

We hate to use that word, but Tyra's leather Mugler ensemble and Fergie's neon yellow and black star-studded (literally) attempt as passing for teens were failures. While Tyra and Fergie were no surprises when it came to fashion misses, the usually stylish Zoe Saldana took a leap and fell when it came to her metallic Lanvin tube dress, which was just unflattering to her petite frame and hard to make out. Zooey Deschanel also was a miss in her matronly black and white flower dress by Miu Miu. Overall, it seems the teens dominated these awards, not just in surfboards, but in fashion as well, showing that maybe next year it'd be best if the adults stayed home.

Fit For A McQueen

"Burton Shines Bright"

Sticking to a clean color palette of black and white, Sarah Burton, lived up to the legend of her predecessor, Alexander McQueen. As poof, sparkle, and fur lined the runway of the FALL 2011 RTW Collection, the theme was grandiose, opulent, and bright. Reminiscent of Marie Antoinette with powdered dos and makeup, the show was as royal as its label, proving Sarah Burton is still fit for not just Princess Kate, but even more so for McQueen.

"Ice, Ice, Baby"

It was not just the white powder or fur lined gowns that brought to mind the Vanilla Ice tune, but rather the whole atmosphere created by the label. From the music to the whips and chains that adorned the solemn faced models, the show was icy from start to finish.

"PETA Beware"

While the show may have had fashion lovers and bloggers like us jumping for joy in the opulence of it all, the wealth and grandiosity of it all, also sent PETA up in arms. This may have been due to the fact that ones featured above on style.com, came drenched in fur lining. Even more, wolves at one point made their own debut on the runway. Even though it seemed they were treated well, when it comes to PETA who can tell?

PETA may be ready to brawl, but we are in love and entranced by the grandiosity of it all. In fact, the four featured photos up above are our favorite picks from the FALL 2011 RTW Collection. They are courtesy of Style.com. For more photos check out the site.

Some New Developments....

Gossip Goo Time! Ashley Tisdale has been spotted out and about promoting some "Phineas and Ferb" stuff. In the meantime she has been rocking new frocks and colors from her fav store Planet Blue, as well as a new blond do to match. However, these aren't the only things she has been sporting.

Most recently the HSM alum was spotted leaving a CA gym sporting some new rock hard abs as well as two um...let's say, larger developments up top, if you know what we mean. Chasing Pumas was the first to take note and we are sounding the gossip alarm on this possible development.

While the differences are subtle, they are noticeable when compared to the other above photo of a brunette 'Tis sporting a less curvy frame a year or so ago. So what do you think? Is it the effect of padding or are these new lady lumps more permanent and less natural developments?