Sparkle Like The Stars

I think I’ve started a post this way before, but:

OHMYGOD OHMYGOD OHMYGOD OHMYGOD OHMYGOD OHMYGOD OHMYGOD OHMYGOD.

LINDSAY LOHAN (might have allegedly rumor has it) STOLE A FUR COAT

According to the New York Post (I know, I know, but still) the lovely Miss Lohan attended a party this January… and waltzed off with a fur belonging to a Columbia undergrad! (I literally cannot imagine having had a fur coat in college. Or actually finishing college. Anyway.) The Post has pictures of Lohan coming in in a tasteful black coat… and emerging in a lovely fur. With the stolen coat and the cocaine pants, she’s a terrorism blouse, smuggling hairdo, and a pair of murderboots away from a full felony ensemble.

And it’s not like she doesn’t own nice things. Look at her necklace! Granted, this is from her redhead, sober, pre-career-Hindenburg days, but it’s still a beaut, and probably hers! It’s a sparkly fun look that’s understated enough to pair with more accessories, but enough to sport on its own. Go for the same look with this silver and cubic zirconia necklace - not only is it a beautiful evening piece, but at $95, it’s an absolute steal! (I kill me.)

In keeping with the whole “let’s pretend they’re two different people” schtick, here’s a picture of noted teen rockstar Hannah Montana, not be confused with noted “isn’t she kind of young to photographed nude in a bedsheet” model and Achy Breaky Heiress, Miley Cyrus. She looks super-cute here. Her dress, provided it’s long enough, which I can’t really tell from the picture and could go either way, is tremendously flattering while still being age-appropriate. It’s also a wonderful color for her complexion, which looks active and tanned without seeming fakebaked. I’m not crazy about her chunky highlights, but that’s a choice and they don’t look bad, just not to my taste. I’m on the fence about whether she has on too much jewelry. There’s no one piece I would object to, but earrings and cocktail ring and bangles could be just too much. I’d probably need to have a better look at her earrings to be sure.

She could simplify and streamline her look while still being dressy - and still having the fun of a lot of jewelry - by replacing her various gold bangles with this two-tone yellow and white gold bracelet. This is a gorgeous piece, eye-catching but simple and elegant without being too demure for a young actress at a premiere. And since it’s only $295, this great bracelet isn’t restricted to child stars with achy, breaky fortunes!

I recently traveled to visit my mom for Mother’s Day - it’s next weekend, btw! Get it in GEAR. Anyway, I was visiting Mom and checked out her local paper online. Well, I about fell out of my chair when I saw an article on right hand rings. Now, those of you who read this blog regularly (thanks!) will know that I have been writing about right hand rings for years now. Our series bling finger is all about right hand rings! The right hand ring is a trend among successful women who buy their own jewelry to celebrate themselves. Soooooooo - if you’re not yet a mother or even never want to become one, this Mother’s Day is a prefect occasion to celebrate your womanhood with a right hand ring!!!

A perfect candidate for a bling finger ring or a right hand ring is this fabulous 8 1/2 Carat Green Quartz and Diamond Butterfly 14K Gold Ring for just $350. Sometimes called green amethyst, green quartz is from the same quartz family as the traditional purple amethyst, but its glorious mint green hue gives it a special radiant glow. It’s a wonderful look for any time of the year but is really well suited for spring and summer looks.

…which is funny, because she wasn’t born yet.

Before I talk about her jewelry - and oh, we will talk about her jewelry - I want to talk about her father. If you had told me, when I was in elementary school and “Achy Breaky Heart” was on the radio (every hour of every broadcast of every station of every day) that someday I would think to myself, “You know, Billy Ray Cyrus is kind of a bad father,” I wouldn’t have believed you - and being nine years old, might have kicked you in the shins. Seriously, though. Does her father have a brain in his head? She’s what, sixteen? And she’s constantly on the road / filming / shooting whatever? And her birth name was something like Destiny Geranium or something? I was skeptical of how she was being raised even before the Annie Leibowitz photography flap.

And then I got terrible, terrible confirmation that she was being raised terribly. She showed up somewhere wearing - what else, now? - a pink plastic heart necklace. I don’t have the words. Pink… plastic… heart… pendant. I don’t want to seem judgmental, but that is TACKY. Any parent should have seen this in her room and burned it. If she wants a heart, she should wear real jewelry, like this two-tone gold and diamond heart pendant. It’s playful and youthful without being plastic. And at only $95, her father could pick it up for what he makes on 20 seconds of replay of that friggin’ “Achy Breaky.”

I had kind of a problem with Cynthia Nixon’s look on Sex and the City. Cynthia Nixon (C.Nix? No, I’m not feeling it) is beautiful and glamorous, but I never felt like she got to show herself off as much as she deserved, although, granted, it’s hard to shine when Sarah Jessica Parker is pulling focus by wearing a pink bikini under a mink coat that has been belted with a python. that said, she might be the best comedic actress of the group. I remember situations of all the characters, but I’m more likely to remember Miranda’s actual lines - and their razor-sharp delivery.

See what I mean about glamorous? Cynthia Nixon has survived breast cancer, coming out, and her fortieth birthday, but she still looks amazing on the red carpet. Redheads aren’t “supposed” to wear red, but she pulls it off without a hitch here. Her hairstyle looks great, and her makeup is as sexy as it can be without being garish. She stepped to the line, but not over. I have mixed feeling about her earrings. They work, but they could be better. I feel like the sticking-out gems make a weird shape that’s slightly distracting. If I were her… I would be rich and famous, and that would be awesome, but also I would have chosen these half carat diamond gold hoop earrings with this outfit. These earrings pair the classic, versatile hoop shape with the sparkle of diamonds without being odd or overdone. Even if you’re not Cynthia Nixon (which, sadly, most of us aren’t,) you can still afford this great look at a bargain $295!

Okay, yeah. I’m just going to go through the Sex and the City ladies this week. I don’t have a lot to say about Kristin Davis, really, except that she is absolutely lovely. She’s unquestionably beautiful, but in her own way. She’s Kristin Davis pretty, not starlet pretty. It’s probably wholly due to her character on the show, but I have this strange idea that she is just absolutely sweet. It’s probably just her appearance - doesn’t she look like a nun who would become entangled with an Austrian army general and raise his kids and convince him not to marry the Baroness and… anyway. I’ve never seen The Sound of Music.

Classic musical tangents aside, she looks great in this picture. She’s chosen to pair “being Kristin Davis” - a classic look in itself - with a lovely pair of sparkling earrings. They’re simple, yet elegant, and will complement any outfit. Kristin probably shelled out for diamonds, but you can get the same effect with these 9 1/2 carat white topaz earrings. Large clear topazes gleam in a basic white gold setting - an absolute must for any jewelry box, and a real bargain at $195!

I may just run through all the Sex and the City ladies this week. Of the actresses on that show, Kim Cattrall is the one I’d most like to just hang out with. She’s older than the usual sex symbol, and she doesn’t come close to caring, and she pulls it off. She knows she’s sexy, and she’s sexy because she knows it. (And probably because she’s had work done, but hey! It was good work.) She manages to take a cliched sitcom character - “slut” - and turn in a realistic, nuanced performance without sacrificing laughs.

That said, all that said, what is this necklace? It would be fine in another context - not on everyone, but Cattrall has her own brand of tasteful over-the-top - but there’s no reason to wear it with this top. The fringe hits right below the neckline. That’s… weird. It’s gotten tucked into her undercleavage. If she wanted a fun look, she should have gone with something like this triple strand glass and sterling silver bead necklace. It’s unusual and vivacious without causing neckline problems. And at $95, she could have easily covered it with ten seconds of Sex and the City screen time!

Kate Hudson and son Ryder, 4, had fun recently in Miami during an eventful Saturday out and about. - including a bike ride around town. Kate is prepped for the summer weather. She’s looking great and wearing a fabulous chunky turquoise bracelet.

Another great choice for this breezy summer look would be turquoise earrings. These 18K Gold Over Sterling Silver Turquoise Earrings by Andrea Barna are a perfect way to get that back-to-nature look. These stunning designer earrings feature gorgeous gold and turquoise ornaments that glitter with eye-catching movement. Crafted in 18k yellow gold over sterling silver, the exotic design is simply radiant on these extra long earrings.

Word has it that Amy Poehler and Will Arnett are having a baby. People magazine reports:

The Saturday Night Live regular, 36, and her husband, Will Arnett, are to become first-time parents, their rep Lewis Kay confirms to PEOPLE. The baby is due in late fall. The couple have been married since 2003.

Amy is currently seen with Tina Fey in Baby Mama which debuted at #1 this weekend. Amy and Tina are cutting up in this picture. It’s hard to see in this shot, but Amy is wearing a sweet and delicate ring on her index finger.

You can get a look similar to Amy’s with this light and airy 1/10 Carat Diamond 14K White Gold Criss Cross Ring. It’s only $225 and features that classic combination of white gold and diamonds. A delicate, openwork design is gorgeously crafted from white gold and adorned with icy diamonds. The lattice-inspired design is perfect for spring and summer looks! Plus wearing rings on your index finger is super fresh!

“Hello, this is Oprah. I’m not available right now but, please leave a message and I’ll get back to you as soon as I have a space in my busy schedule of running a titanic media empire and performing numerous charitable works permits.”

“Oprah. This is Joe Roy. Listen. I know you’re going to Tom Cruise’s vacation home, and I know you’re afraid. I’m afraid for you. There might not be phones on the ice planet Hoth, home of the seven-headed dragon god who sees all, so I’ve thought of a signal. If you need help, wait until the first photo op, and then wear a pair of tasteful patterned gold hoops, similar to these 14-karat ones featuring a concentric oval design, available from ice.com for sixty-five dollars. They’re a classy daytime look for a professional woman, so you won’t seem suspicious. When I see them, I’ll know you need help, and I’ll come get you. I… I love you, Oprah. Be brave!”

Click.

I have mixed feelings about Sarah Jessica Parker. One the one hand, she’s sassy, and Sex and the City did have its moments. On the other hand, Sex and the City had moments, rather than episodes or seasons, and she dresses like she comes from a planet that doesn’t have clothes and she’s not over the novelty. Do you ever play the Sarah Jessica Parker game, in which you come up with the most outlandish outfit you can imagine, and then go through her old publicity stills to see how close you were? Try it: a mink pillbox hat, pink naugahyde blouse, tutu, electric blue leggings with kind of a watermark pattern, and wooden Dutch clogs? (Hint: First Wives’ Club.) Anyway, I saw the poster for the Sex and the City movie today, and… no. No, ma’am. I’m going to ignore the terrible, terrible design of the poster - with difficulty, and only because this is a celebrity blog, not a media design blog - so I can concentrate on its larger flaw.

It only has Sarah Jessica Parker on it. Alone. The other actresses are nowhere to be seen.

Sex and the City was an ensemble cast. That’s why it was funny. It wasn’t the SJP show, and for good reason. It seems “star” and executive producer SJP has decided, at this late stage, to try to anoint herself Leading Lady. It’s a tacky, tacky move, and even if it wasn’t SJP’s idea, she shouldn’t have done it. No class.

Anyway, here’s a picture of SJP dressed like an Earth woman. (It must have been Halloween.) Her dressers accessorized her well, except for what appears to be a black satin rose, but we must take the bitter with the sweet. Her necklace is unusual and fun, in keeping with Parker’s commitment to a unique personal style, but is restrained, tasteful, and - dare I say it? - age-appropriate. Her earrings match her look. They’re dressy enough to match her outfit, but they’re not so flashy as to overstated and gaudy. If you got rid of that “flower,” this would be a home run.

These green quartz and diamond white gold earrings are a good example of dressy, but not overstated jewelry. They’re posh enough that you’ll never seem underdressed in them, but scaled down enough that you can comfortably wear other jewelry with them without going over the top. The green of the quartz is subtle enough that they’ll be relatively easy to match, but still a clear, lovely shade. Wear them on your next movie poster for only $195!

I think Faith Hill is one of the most beautiful women in entertainment today. She’s just a freakin’ Barbie. Tall. Blond. Perfect body. I SO have a HUGE resentment against Faith. Anyway, I get her desire to stand out from the crowd - but this Bat Girl outfit is just awful! It’s just a few steps away from a Hefty Cinch Sack. Here’s a word to the wise: unless you’re built like Faith (10 feet tall and slim slim slim) DO NOT attempt to wear tight, high cut slacks. Even on Faith, they make the upper part of her skinny legs seem larger than the bottom. They also make her legs appear shorter than they really are. Most women want the illusion to do the other way - they want their behinds to appear smaller and their legs longer.

But ladies check out Faith’s huge ring on her right hand. She’s working the Bling Finger trend by wearing this huge cocktail ring on the middle finger of her right hand. Buying a diamond that size would be too costly for most of us. This 4 3/4 Carat Rutilated Quartz and Diamond 14K Gold Ring is a wonderful way to make a grand statement like Faith’s ring and stay within your budget. This ring is just $195. Rutile is a mineral that forms in hair-like strands. Quartz crystal can form over any mineral as in this rutillated quartz. The result is an uncommon yet lovely gemstone. The large gem set in lustrous yellow gold and accented by dazzling diamonds makes for a very unique look.

I just love this picture of Carrie Underwood. It looks like she’s “walking like and Egyptian” or something. I think it’s great when we see stars acting like real people. I think country music stars keep it real better than any other group. Carrie turned up at the CMT awards in basically an off-the-shoulder satin purple pillow case. It’s barely keeping her covered. Her earrings are fun and modern and really help pull off this look. She made a good choice not to wear a necklace. The decoration on the dress is enough.

Another great choice for Carrie - these would have matched her dress perfectly - would have been these 5/8 Carat Tanzanite and Diamond 14K White Gold Earrings. They’re just $225 and Tanzanite is hot. Vivid iris blue tanzanite gives these gorgeous earrings a touch of dramatic color. These delicately modern designs are beautifully crafted from lustrous white gold and set with violet-blue tanzanites and dazzling round diamonds.

It’s sad news for Martha Stewart fans and animal lovers. Martha’s beloved dog Paw Paw passed away due to renal failure. I am sure Martha is a wreck on the inside. The Ice Queen is probably out schelping some cooking crap but crying on the inside…or wondering if Paw Paw’s death will impact her stock price. I wonder if it does if she’ll get arrested for insider trading again because she knew Paw Paw had kidneys. I am not making light of death or animals. I was a mess for weeks when my mom’s cat died this summer. It was awful. So don’t leave me mean comments, k!

Did you know that Paw Paw’s real name was Kublai Khan Paw Paw Chow Chow Chow (more names than Elizabeth Taylor!) and he was almost 13. So he had a nice long dog life.

When I think of Martha the first thing that comes to mind - well - is nuts! But of course Martha is the icon for casual elegance and style. The perfect jewel for Martha’s look is the pearl. It’s classic, elegant and flexible. You can look good in pearls no matter if you’re in the garden shed or in a board meeting. Pearls take extra care when cleaning them. Be sure to keep them clear of perfume and insect repellent too.

These 7-7.5 mm Akoya Cultured Pearl 14K Earrings are perrrrrrfect! They’re only $50. In the mall, you’d be hard pressed to find same quality and size pearl earring for under $100. Akoyas are considered the most lustrous of all the pearls, and these beautifully simple earrings showcase their unmistakable luster to perfection. Two cultured Akoyas are set on yellow gold posts to form timelessly classic pearl stud earrings.

Does Paula Abdul understand what she does to my blood pressure? She seems like a sweet, if completely deranged, woman and I have a hard time believing she really wants to drive me into an early grave faster than a diet of fried chicken dipped in ice cream is already going to. (It’s the Bruce Vilanch diet, and it’s awesome.) Anyway, here’s Paula at the recent Country Music Television awards. She has apparently given up all hope of releasing a hit song again, and instead has chosen to take a job as the receptionist of a Western-themed bordello co-owned by Morticia Addams and Lily Munster. What is that dress? It is tight, blood red, and features a form-fitting rhinestone netting. I literally could not have imagined it even with a high fever and having licked a toad. Is that a spider on her bodice? Is she just, like, so different from the other kids at Anton LaVey Junior High?

I just looked at the dress again and suddenly realized it might be supposed to be heavy-grade snakeskin, and I guess if she’s willing to face the “Save the Dragons” people, I should leave her alone.

Her bracelet would be lovely if it didn’t defy one of the cardinal unspoken (until now, apparently) rules of red carpet couture: never match your accessories to your dress in an exaggerated cartoon fashion. There’s so much shine everywhere with the dress and the bracelet and the dress and another part of the dress that she looks like the villianess from a moderately risque Saturday morning cartoon - Baroness Glitterpoison von Boltz, I’m imagining. The B-52’s would do the theme song.

…I should actually storyboard that cartoon. Before I do, though, I will recommend that you buy this seven-and-a-half carat diamond and white gold bracelet. Seven and a half carats of diamonds shine out of a glittering, elaborate setting. The bracelet is an inch wide, and will add glamour and class to any evening look. It could be worn as your sole accessory, or paired with a simple necklace. It’s $10,500, a bargain for this many diamonds - and reduced from $16,500. You can be sure Paula spent a lot more and wound up looking not nearly as good.

Paris Hilton is ready for warmer weather in her flowing green and brown skirt. I am not being sarcastic - I actually really like what Paris is wearing. However there’s something about her heavy makeup that makes her always look over-done and therefore trashy. Sorry, Paris. Kiss! Kiss!

She’s paired her spring frock with a fun green watch. The leather band seems a little heavy to me. I just don’t like the idea of something strapped to my arm during hot weather. Ew.

A much better choice would be this fantastic (I am single-handedly bringing that word back - fantastic! There. I said it again!) Julie Leah Sterling Silver watch with malachite. First off, this watch is a perfect for every budget at just $95. It features a Mother of Pearl face and beautiful green cabochons of emerald green malachite. It has sterling silver hands, hour markers, case, crown, and bracelet. The caseback is of stainless steel. While perfect for spring looks, this watch is great for year-round everyday wear.

Country music star LeAnn Rimes turned up on the red carpet at the CMT awards wearing lots of bling. She was also showing of some chiclet inspired choppers. Look at her teeth - too perfect. She looks like she was a contestant on The Swan. Check out her hair too - there are some blond streaks in there that are practically white. Ew.

Diamonds I have no problems with!!!! LeAnn is working a style that seems to be inspired by vintage 1920s flapper wear. It’s elegant and fun. The flappers were dripping in diamonds and pearls in their day. So LeAnn’s doing right by the long layered necklaces she’s modeling.

I love LeAnn’s earrings. They’re elegant and refined. You can get a similar look with these 1 1/4 Carat Diamond 18K White Gold Earrings for $1,995. Truly, nothing is as stunning, elegant and versatile as a pair of diamond earrings. Crafted from lustrous 18K white gold and beautifully cut white diamonds, these earrings are truly breathtaking and mesmerizing. With them, you’ll sparkle like a star!

According to reports, Ashley Simpson plans to wed Pete Wentz of the band Fall Out Boy. Super! I like Ashley’s look here but her boy needs some work. The funky purple lips print is fun on her dress. Those huge hoop earrings are cool too.


If you want to get Ashley Simpson’s look, these 14K Yellow Gold 2 Inch Hoop Earrings are a must have. At just $195, these high-fashion hoop earrings are modern, sophisticated and just right for today’s woman. Lustrous yellow gold is dramatically presented in these large, classic hoop earrings for a versatile, glamorous look.

Some things were made to go together. Sonny and Cher. Peanut butter and chocolate. Summer and ice cream. Diamonds and hoops. Two of my most favoritest things are paired up in these 1/4 Carat Diamond 14K White Gold Heart Earrings that are very similar to the ones Mary Louise Parker is wearing.

At just $295, these striking, very stylish 14K white gold earrings abound with elegance and versatility. A gorgeous contemporary hoop heart shaped design is exquisitely rendered in cool, lustrous white gold and studded with charming diamonds. It’s a classic but modern look!

If you’re going to wear basic black, you’ve gotta do it right - just like Jennifer Garner. She hit the red carpet recently dripping in 1920s diamonds and wearing a beautifully detailed Oscar de la Renta gown. The big braclests are a little much (I can’t believe I am saying that!) but what the heck?! It’s Hollywood, baby!

The kind of bling that Jennifer is wearing doesn’t come cheap. Diamonds are precious for a reason - not just anyone can afford them. If you’re going to go all out, the way to do it is with this 9 5/8 Carat Diamond 18K White Gold Necklace. Hands down, this is one of the most amazing pieces of jewelry I’ve ever seen. If you can afford it, you must buy it. Graceful lines and stunning craftsmanship make this exquisite necklace a true masterpiece.
A spectacular stylized design is gorgeously rendered in white gold and studded with a galaxy of fiery diamonds. It’s yours for just $15,995!