Eva Mendes. Love her.  The stunning actress is one of the best dressed women in Hollywood. The only problem is, Eva’s becoming better known for her fashion sense than for her movie roles.  Did anyone see “The Spirit?” Unfortunately, I did. 
 
 
Yet, on the red carpet the Cuban beauty rarely disappoints.  Here’s Eva at the opening ceremony of the 66th Venice Film Festival.  She was in Italy to promote her movie, “Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans” co-starring Nicholas Cage and Val Kilmer.  Not a bad gig.
I like (but don’t love) Eva’s sexy red leopard print dress, and her super …read more

This week I’m in a city sophisticate, “Hot Fun in the Summertime” mood — perhaps I’m thinking of how to dress to impress during my upcoming trip to Toronto. 
So here’s my weekly Hot Mama Daily roundup of “5 Things I Want Right Now”:

 
 
From top to bottom:

Banana Republic Pleated Sleeve V-Neck Dress in Red Coral
Forever 21’s Colorful Macrame Top
Target Merona “Eleora” Tortoise flat sandals
Marc by Marc Jacobs handbag
Rosena Sammi Indian Monsoon bangles (set of six)

 
Image credit: Forever 21, Banana Republic, Target, ShopBop, Rosena Sammi

I’m taking a break from Fashion Week today to recuperate from all the running around I did yesterday and to celebrate Valentine’s Day.  Yet, the latest fashion trends aren’t far from my thoughts.  
Although I couldn’t score an invitation to Jason Wu’s Fall 2009 presentation (the designer is hot stuff since Michelle Obama wore his gown to the inaugural ball), I thought I’d share a photo of one of his collection’s adorable cocktail dresses.  In a sea of gray and other muted colors, this strapless stunner with a pink and black bodice and red bottom half with pockets stands out. …read more

Mary J. Blige looks regal in this short-sleeved red gown.  It fits like a glove. I would surely need a Pilates class and Yummie Tummie ASAP in order to look as sculpted and toned as Mary.  But a girl can dream can’t she? And I was inspired to find a similar dress for less.  
I couldn’t find an exact replica, but look at the equally hot BCBGMAXAZRIA Women’s Sheer Jersey Twist Front V-back Evening Gown ($340) I found on Bloomingdale’s.com.  

Photo credits: Newscom, Bloomingdales.com

I barely recognized natural beauty Jessica Alba with these bangs and heavy makeup. The dress is festive holiday red, but I’m not sure about the rhinestone embellishment around her waist — along with the bow on her shoulder she looks like a wrapped Christmas present. But then again, Jessica was in Milan celebrating her selection as the star of the iconic 2009 Campari calendar. So that explains her ensemble’s added drama. And the ruby and diamond earrings are to die for.
What do you think of Jessica’s red carpet look? Is she a foxy lady in red or is her look …read more