How does she always look so darn cute? Somebody tell me! The girl can even make pearls look fresh!

It’s such a great look. It feels trendy and original at the same time. My only concern is a gust of wind.

I think the button down shirt and pearls would look hot with a pencil skirt, too, but probably not as comfy.

Are you loving Ri’s look or do you like her friend’s outfit better. The beret, shirt combo is also a winner.

Kadi.
P.S. Her legs make me wanna exercise for 3 days straight. Get it, girl.

Love ‘em or hate ‘em, leggings - those stretchy, skintight stand-ins for pants - refuse to die. Cotton, liquid, print, neon, stripped, rubber, denim …

We’ve seen it all.

Leggings have become as important to a girl’s wardrobe as her favorite pair of jeans. It’s like leggings achieved some sort of cult status or something. 

And, sadly, due to their rising popularity, new variations on the slippery and sleek look will most likely be introduced in the year ahead. Sigh. I’m so not looking forward to that.

How ’bout you? Which trend do you wish would vanish in ‘09?

Kadi

I’ve been trying not to post Rihanna lately, but I think the hotness of this number deserves some props.

She looks ridiculously cool, and it’s a good cold weather alternative.

Seriously. When do you see celebs properly dressed during the winter on the red carpet? Celebs don’t get cold. They walk from hotel to car, car to restaurant, restaurant to car, car to party, party to car, car to hotel … just isn’t long enough to register the weather.

As for the necklace, it’s so crazy dangerous, it’s fabulous. Without it, this look might have fallen into the ‘meh’ category.

A very chill fit + attention-getting accessory = perfection.

Loving her yellow nail polish, too!

Get all over the neon colored polish. Yes, even if you’re not a teen or celebrating Halloween. It’s super cute and an easy way to break up the monotony. I bought three colors (electric blue, hot pink and purple) from Urban. Mad compliments.

As usual, my Ri Ri looks hot.

Question. What’s your style verdict on neon nails/designs?

Would you rock it? My girl says it’s childish. She’s 26. Agree?

Kadi.

Major want on J.Lo’s dress. She looks hot.

However, when you make faces like that you give away how much you practice in front of the mirror. The “Do me, baby” face is played.

Aside from that, she looks radiant.

I love Sanaa and always will for “Brown Sugar.” 

This is Greek Goddess done right.

I think I like her so much because she’s pretty in a very natural way. She’s the kind of pretty that doesn’t seem fake or overly done (ahem, J.Lo). 

Plus, I’ve been recently put on to double headbands and I’m hooked! A quick and cute solution to a bad hair day. More good roles for Sanaa, please!

Taraji, too! Look at her feeling so confident.

Her silhouette is serious vavavoom. The midnight blue is a gorgeous color as well.

Three dresses, one Christmas party. Which one would you wear?

I’ll take Sanaa’s, and save J.Lo’s for the Inauguration.

Kadi.

Beyonce always has the hottest ish.

The diva debuts the ladies version of Kanye West’s shutter shades.  So dope.

And I do love the new hair. Less drag queen, and more ponytails and half up half down ‘dos, but the fit ……. C’mon. Ri has the bad girl steez on lock. I love you, Bey, but the leather jacket + tight jeans + killer high heels …

Look!

Not like Rihanna owns the Bad Girl look, but you can’t avoid the comparison.

Am I right?

Most importantly, we (us, ladies) are all tight jeans and tees and killer heels type of people, and we can all look effortlessly hot in the “Rihanna” combination. Just grab your leather jacket to seal the deal. How many jeans, t-shirts, leather jackets and high heels can one girl own?

I lost count. Rock on.

Kadi.

I totally lover her look, especially her hair. The edginess contrasts with the uber-femme, one-shoulder, red-hot Gucci dress, fastened with a sparkling, adorable heart and Gucci jewelry.

Every picture I see of her, I wish her life wardrobe was mine.

The outfit is really, really super cute.

This winter it’s all about the dress. Dresses and stockings, ladies. Dresses and stockings and statement jewelry.

Kadi.

Argyle sweaters, cardigan dresses, stripe scarves, cozy hoodies, warm turtlenecks … Oh My! It makes me want to pack up my things, head to Boston and bundle up in wool and argyle.

I’m so happy Jennifer gave the “OK” to continue with her holiday Gap ad she shot back in July with Michael Thompson. While some say the timing may seem inappropriate, I think it’s just great.

Everyone remember Jennifer in your prayers through this difficult holiday season. And if you happen to come across this ad, let it be a reminder to us all of our many blessings and how important family and friends are. Thanks, Jennifer.

While I’m not a frequent Gap shopper, I do love the classic, can’t go wrong pieces they do offer – like turtlenecks. Yea, I know.

The only time you’d catch me in a turtleneck back in high school was to hide the hickeys on my neck. It’s one of the iconic pieces of clothing ever. Popular amongst kiddies with hickeys, meaty body guards with muscles for days and arrogant food critics with thick, black frame glasses…

Yes, they tend to itch and you can’t take them off when you want to … That’s why scarves rule. Blah, blah, blah. But no more excuses.

This season … Give your scarf a rest and try a turtle. Just wakeup one day and go, you know what, I’m gonna wear a freakin’ turtleneck today, and I don’t care who thinks it’s uncool.

Just show ‘em this ad which includes the tagline “Shine Your Own Star.”

Pretty, right?

We miss you, Jen.

Kadi.

It’s wrong. I know. But I have tried and I have no use for this man after the lip ring.

Lil Wayne went through a phase where I couldn’t even look at him without blushing.

Now … I’m not as obsessed as I was in say, 2007, but he’s still stylish in my book.

If Lil Wayne can rock this season’s prettiest print, so can you!

Aside from his music and new rock star swag tho, homeboy just doesn’t do it for me anymore. OK, maybe a teeny-weeny bit. If only I could just get over this new piercing …  

Are you still hot for Wayne?

Kadi.

I love the coat, too. I hope there’s a Go International “Tarjay” version.

OK. I’m ready for fall. Are you?

I want to wear my new coat and new boots!

Kadi.

P.S. “Hey, Swizz. I’m on my way.”  lol

For all my fabulous and thick girls who refuse to put all their voluptuousness into fall’s most seductive silhouette – the tailored dress – think again!

Try one on.  Let Jennifer Hudson be your muse.

While I’m not a huge fan of berets, she looks cute. You’re working it, girl!

Too bad we can’t see her shoes. 

Now, show off your curves in a tailored dress. Go for a solid color or dark bottom (like this one). Yea, yea… She’s engaged to a reality dating show cast-off. So. She’s hot!

See more of J-Hud in our Spotlight Special.

Kadi.