Look of the Day: Hayden Panettiere at MTV

Hayden Panettiere was well turned out for a recent visit to MTV to promote her new movie, I Love You, Beth Cooper (coming soon to DVD!). Her blush pink Elizabeth and James dress from the fall 2009 collection is not yet available in stores, which is a shame, because it would undoubtedly be getting snapped up left and right. The Olsens definitely seem to be getting it right more often than not with their line, and this dress is no exception: blouse-y bell sleeves and a boat neck are balanced perfectly by the uber-short hemline and deep V back.

Hayden kept the look from getting overly sweet by adding black Giuseppe Zanotti open toe booties (WANT), a purple crocodile Nancy Rodriguez clutch, and gold coin earrings.

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Silence & Noise’s Low Back Dress - $58

What Comes Around Goes Around’s Layla Dress - $198

DKNY’s Hammered Satin Dress - $137.50 (orig. $275)

Tibi’s Algonquin Stripe 3/4 Sleeve Dress - $428

Mason by Michelle Mason’s Belted Cowl Minidress with Racerback - $253

Madison Marcus’ Elusive Dress - $328

Roberto Coin’s Mauresque Circle Earrings - $1180

Juicy Couture’s Small Circle Drop Earrings - $26 (orig. $58)

RJ Graziano’s Coin Chandelier Earrings - $60

Ben-Amun’s Gold Coin Double Linear Drop Earrings - $171 (orig. $285)

Giuseppe Zanotti’s Open Toe Booties - $694.95

Steve Madden’s Roxsie Open Toe Ankle Boots - $71.47 (orig. $129.95)

Givenchy’s Open Toe Zip Front High Heel Booties - $1001 (orig. $1430)

Miss Sixty’s Jaiden Platform Peep Toe Boots - $168.95

Nancy Gonzalez’s Framed Croc Clutch - $1900

Jalda’s Embossed Croc Brief Clutch - $240

Aldo’s Filottrano Clutch - $23.98 (orig. $40)

Hayden Panettiere photo credit: Hollywood Tuna

Look of the Day: Ali Larter at the Whitney Museum’s Annual Art Party and Auction

Ali Larter is catching some flak for her outfit worn at the Whitney’s Annual Art Party, with the main criticism being “it doesn’t match.” My mind sort of boggles at such comments, because, really? Matching? I’m not saying go out the door looking like a polychromatic hot mess, but we’re all a little past the matching knee socks and hair ribbons stage. Making a chic and coherent ensemble out of seemingly disparate elements is pretty much the definition of fashion forward.

Besides, Larter’s outfit is appropriately arty for a cultural outing: graphic Herve Leger V dress paired with chunky brown sandals and an amber statement necklace.

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Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent’s Studded Silk Dress - $323

Vena Cava for Gap’s Khaki Zip Dress - $88

Komarov’s Print Dress with Lace Insets - $238

Silence & Noise’s Silk Print T-Shirt Dress - $68

Synergy Organic’s Gray Screen Print Dress - $90

Elisa Magnussen’s Amber and Tibetan Prayer Bead Necklace - $275

Fay Cullen’s Estate Citrine Smoky Quartz Necklace - $520

Annette Ferdinandsen’s Amber Egg Necklace - $1398

Marcia Moran’s Gold Plated Woven Necklace - $75

Rampage’s Georgina Platform T Straps - $40.28 (orig. $49.95)

Frye’s Grace T Straps - $228

Kenneth Cole’s Strap of Luv Heels - $99.96 (orig. $185)

Michael Kors’ Tajine Studded T-Strap Platform Sandals - $117.59 (orig. $225)

Frye’s Dara T-Straps - $109.99 (orig. $188)

Ali Larter photo credit: Peter Kramer for The Associated Press

Look of the Day: Kristen Bell at The Hangover Premiere in Los Angeles

Kristen Bell recently rocked the red carpet at the premiere of The Hangover in a patterned belted mini dress from Brian Reyes’ Fall 2009 collection, chunky pearl necklace, and platform heels. The key to this look is most assuredly her mini dress: the daring neck and hemlines are contrasted with demure 3/4 length sleeves. A patterned dress with the same silhouette might be hard to replicate, but we think that a grey dress would look equally chic with the pink-y ecru shoes and belt.

Once again, the only real misstep of the outfit was Bell’s bag, which was cute but a little too jarring for the outfit. We would opt instead for the always safe bet of a neutral metallic clutch.

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Diane von Furstenberg’s Clara Dress - $365

Laundry by Shelli Segal’s Animal-Print Jersey Dress - $117 (orig. $195)

Roberto Cavalli’s Batwing Mini Dress - $804 (orig. $2680)

Truly Madly Deeply’s Printed Lace V Neck Tunic - $24.99 (orig. $48)

Karoo’s Cashmere Deep V-Neck Sweater Dress - $158 (orig. $264)

Carolee’s Curb Appeal Chain Bib Necklace - $295

t8designs’ Pearl Explosion Tangle - $83

ABS’ Pearl Cluster Necklace - $95

Strandsofgrace’s Glittering Gold Pearl Necklace - $75

Katia Lombardo’s Platform Open Toe Twisted High Heel Sand - $336 (orig. $480)

Sergio Rossi’s Ecos Heels in Nude Suede - $544 (orig. $684)

Bebe’s Zahara Snake Slingback Platform Sandals - $149

Prada’s Beige Belt - $155 (orig. $255)

Deena & Ozzy’s Zipper Corset Belt - $19.99 (orig. $34)

Aldo’s Verghereto Clutch - $19.98 (orig. $35)

Whiting & Davis’ Bubble and Flat Mesh Clutch - $125

Kristen Bell photo credit: Celebuzz

Look of the Day: Blake Lively at the CW’s Gossip Girl Afterparty

Blake Lively’s red carpet choice of a teeny turquoise ADAM jumper at the CW Upfronts may have gotten plenty of buzz, but we think her evening ensemble for the Gossip Girl afterparty was infinitely more fashion forward.

Ordinarily the idea of sequined leggings would give us pause, but paired with an unbuttoned oversized tuxedo shirt, petal pink peep toes, and messy bedroom hair, the look was playfully sexy and ultra chic. The only real throwaway of the look was her dull ecru clutch; we’d rather see either a gleaming neutral metallic piece or something with a raw earthy element (think straw, linen, or wood).

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Stella McCartney’s Sequined Leggings - $1495

Siwy’s Hannah Pant in Pixie - $184

Alice + Olivia’s Black Sequin Leggings - $298

Costume Dept’s Sequin Leggings - $77

Custo Barcelona’s Black Sequin Leggings - $136

American Retro’s Voile Long Sleeve Collared Tunic - $149

Bebe’s Boyfriend Shirt Tunic - $79

Shape fx’s Tuxedo Shirt - $34 (orig. $44)

Christian Louboutin’s Madame Claude in Bone - $795

J. Vincent’s Luxury Pumps - $78 (orig. $130)

Theory’s Mariel Open Toe Pumps - $275

Banana Republic’s Wood frame Clutch in Khaki - $69

Aldo’s Casargo Clutch - $25

Lauren Merkin’s Louise Metallic Clutch - $200

Blake Lively photo credit: Gossip Girls

Look of the Day: Victoria Beckham at LAX

As Gawker recently pointed out, Victoria Beckham sometimes goes out looking like an area Dementor, but I appreciate her dedication to fashion even on her wackiest of days.

Her outfit here is Audrey Hepburn with a twist: super chic while remaining relatively understated. Her circle skirt is beautifully structured, and I love her use of navy blue and black together. The short suede stretch boots keep the look from getting too girly, and her patterned hair scarf and gradient sunglasses give the ensemble star power.

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Kimchi Blue’s High-Waisted Skirt - $68

Elizabeth and James’ Spring Bell Skirt - $285

Express’ Tiered Folded-Pleat Skirt - $69.50

Miu Miu’s Jacquard Skirt - $335

Hope’s Ribbed Top - $106

American Apparel’s Sheer Jersey 3/4 Sleeve Boat Neck Top - $24

Splendid’s Loose Knit Jersey Boatneck Top - $74

McQ by Alexander McQueen’s Large Tribal Scarf - $205

Virginia Johnson’s Shadow Scarf - $195

Ecote’s Globetrotter Fringe Scarf - $34

Ray-Ban’s Oversized Sunglasses - $139

Ralph Lauren’s Large Round Sunglasses - $109

Derek Lam’s Carmen Sunglasses - $160 (orig. $320)

Oliver Peoples’ Ballerina Sunglasses - $325

Robert Clergerie’s Luther Boots - $327 (orig. $654)

Lovely People’s Sophia Booties - $114

Te Casan by Zoe Lee’s Lily Boot - $184.77 (orig. $335.95)

Victoria Beckham photo credit: Celebuzz

Look of the Day: Beyonce Knowles at The Late Show With David Letterman

Beyonce’s style can be a little uneven at times (it happens when your mom still dresses you, sorry B), but there’s no doubt that she rocked her white Elie Saab dress at a recent appearance on the David Letterman show.

The dress is one of my more favorite Saab pieces that I’ve seen as of late: the matching belt emphasizes the waist (perfect for curvy ladies), asymmetrical pleating details up the sophistication factor, and the single flutter sleeve adds the right touch of femininity. Her oval earrings and embellished heels gave the ensemble personality without detracting from the general clean and chic look.

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LOVE YAYA’s Davis Dress - $143

Jay Godfrey’s One Shoulder Dress in White - $394

Thread Social’s Seersucker Dress - $418

MINKPINK’s Lovina Dress - $128

MINT by Jodi Arnold’s Contrast Skirt Dress - $198 (orig. $330)

Brian Reyes’ Cartridge Short Sleeve Dress - $1795

Rendez-Vous by Paul and Joe’s Sister Printed Dress - $128

Type Z’s Cammyy Pumps - $89

Moschino’s Peep Toe Mary Janes - $207 (orig. $625)

Pour La Victoire’s Genevieve Pumps - $85.14 (orig. $189.95)

Donald J Pliner’s Zudora Open Toe Pumps - $112.50 (orig. $254.95)

Oscar de la Renta’s Pleated Peep Toe Pumps - $675

Target’s Merona Drop Oval Earrings - $8.99

Lauren Gandini’s Oval Earrings - $815

Amrita Singh’s Jodha Earrings - $150

Beyonce Knowles photo credit: Celebuzz

Look of the Day: Drew Barrymore at the “Grey Gardens” Premiere

With HBO’s recently aired “Grey Gardens,” Drew Barrymore is about due to reclaim her It Girl status. Her screen goddess outfit at the premiere was accordingly well-played: a pale Alberta Ferretti gown paired with Fred Leighton jewelry, a beaded clutch, retro hair accessory, and red lips and finger waves (she also at some point wore a small piece of netting over her face, as seen here).

We all know that neutrals are big right now, and Drew both embraced and transcended the trend in her vintage-inspired maxi dress. The look is a study of balances: it’s retro without being kitschy, sexy without being over-revealing, and attention grabbing without being contrived.

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BCBG’s Champagne Chiffon Halter Gown - $220.99 (orig. $460)

Tadashi’s Ruched Halter Dress - $330

Ermanno Scervino’s Long Dress - $1518

Newport News’ Crochet Tank Dress - $149 (orig. $179)

Arden B’s Missoni Style Maxi Dress - $78

Erin Barr’s Kasia Feather Headband - $60

Urban Outfitters’ Beaded Applique Headwrap - $24

Eugenia Kim’s Valerie Headband with Crystal Strand - $99

La Regale’s Sequin Bead Clutch - $42

Moyna’s Evening Clutch - $185

Savanna’s Beaded Wristlet - $29.99

Drew Barrymore photo credit: Style.com

Look of the Day: Reese Witherspoon at the London Premiere of Monsters Vs. Aliens

We’re living in post-modernism so everything is back, even if it only went away five minutes ago. 80s-inspired oversized shoulders, seen not too long ago in Balenciaga’s spring 2008 collection, are back with a vengeance. Reese Witherspoon’s black Prada dress is a prime example of the new statement shoulder - think more inverted pleats creating 3-dimensional space, less puffed sleeves.

The beauty of this look is that it is simple and chic, yet there is a certain daring to it. The bigger shoulders on Reese’s dress make a definite statement, as do the bib necklace and gladiator heels.

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Black Halo’s Inverted Pleated Sheath Dress - $345

Banana Republic’s Monogram Silk Pleated Dress - $225

Plastic Island’s Luncheon Gingham Dress - $169

Tadashi’s Stretch Taffeta Pleated Dress - $390

Alexander McQueen’s Striped Column Dress - $1595

Forever 21’s Royale Beaded Necklace - $12.80

Substance’s Hexagon Bib Necklace - $65 (orig. $153)

Gerard Yosca’s Gold Link Bib Necklace - $330

Urban Outfitters’ Geometry Necklace - $48

Christian Louboutin’s Paquita Heels - $995

Armani Exchange’s Gladiator Pumps - $69 (orig. $125)

Madden Girl’s Lusterus Platform T-Strap Pumps - $54.95

Reese Witherspoon photo credit: Putu.us

Look of the Day: First Ladies at NATO Concert

First Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, and now Michelle Obama - suddenly first lady style is back in vogue.

If the recent NATO concert in Baden Baden is any indication, it looks like first ladies around the world are starting to step up their style game. Obama and Bruni-Sarkozy are clearly still the fashion forerunners, but Anne-Mette Rasmussen of Denmark also did well for herself in a fabulous yellow bow coat.

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Michelle Obama

Michelle Obama in a black Alaïa dress.

Haute Hippie’s Tutu Dress - $495

Max & Cleo’s Ruched Jersey Taffeta Party Dress - $168

Wet Seal’s Lace Bottom Tank Dress - $26.50

Mango’s Bolero Mini - $43.99 (orig. $89.90)

Tahari by Arthur S. Levine’s Satin Bolero - $58

Stuart Weitzman’s Muse Pumps - $298

Christin Michaels’ Lindsey Pumps - $144 (orig. $160)

Spiegel’s Pearl Cuff Bracelet - $29

Kenneth Jay Lane’s Silver Pavé Bangle - $285

Carla Bruni-Sarkozy

Carla Bruni-Sarkozy in Dior.

eDressMe’s Black Lace Mini Dress - $97

Forever 21’s Margaux Lace Dress - $24.80

Kimchi Blue’s Knit Lace Shoulder Dress - $39.99 (orig. $58)

SR SQUARED by Sondra Roberts’ Sueded ‘Swirl’ Kisslock Clutch - $41.25 (orig. $75)

New York & Company’s City Style Braided Clutch - $19.95

Anne-Mette Rasmussen

Anne-Mette Rasmussen in a Malene Birger coat.

Malene Birger’s Justinas Coat - $483

Anne Leman’s Estelle Coat - $222.80 (orig. $557)

All first lady photos: Huffington Post

Look of the Day: Shenae Grimes at the L.A. Premiere of Valentino: The Last Emperor

Lucky girl: not only did she get to see one of the fashion-related films that I’m dying to watch, but she did so in a covet-worthy outfit. I’m mostly drooling for her boatneck dress: it’s a relatively simple and demure shape, but the quilting and gold bead details make it special.

Unless buying the Valentino is in your budget, the best way to achieve the look is with a similar combination: unfussy shape paired with a more elaborate material (I largely went the t-shirt silhouette with sequins route, but it could go a number of ways). Metallic gunmetal pumps and multi-circle earrings complete the ensemble.

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Velvet’s Cascading Sequins Drucie Dress - $275

Express’ Embellished Flutter Sleeve Dress - $69.50

Robert Rodriguez’s Sequin Shift Dress - $297 (orig. $495)

Smitten’s Capsleeve Sequins Dress - $139

Hanii Y’s Honey Bee Sequin Mini Dress - $364.50 (orig. $729)

Trina Turk’s Dali Satin Mix Dress - $149 (orig. $298)

Whitney Eve’s Sequin Dress - $450

Georgina Goodman’s Cher Sparkle Leather Pump - $313 (orig. $784.95)

Marc by Marc Jacobs’ Patent Pump in Anthracite - $94 (orig. $336)

Pour La Victoire’s St. Germaine Pumps - $149.99 (orig. $320)

Dolce & Gabbana’s Pewter Metallic Python Pumps - $222 (orig. $399)

Devon Leigh’s Multi Circle Earrings - $150

Target’s Dangle Circle Earrings - $34.99

Rettore’s Diamond Drop Earrings - $6950

Shenae Grimes photo credit: Celebuzz