Readers younger than 30 probably won’t know what I’m talking about, but I’ve been a fan of Holly Robinson Peete’s since she co-starred with hottie Johhny Depp on “21 Jump Street.”  There must be something in the water Holly drinks, because the pretty and charitable actress (she runs the HollyRod foundation, dedicated to raising money and awareness for debilitating disorders such as Parkinson’s disease, with hubby Rodney Peete) hasn’t aged a bit.
 
 
I searched high-and-low to find Holly’s look for less from head to toe.  Here’s what I came up with:
Although it’s not an identical match, this similar Orange Geometric Print Faux-Wrap Dress …read more

I’ve already been scooped by the Huffington Post and the New York Daily News, which have appropriately asked if it was in poor taste that the First Lady wore a pair of $540 grey and pink designer sneakers to a food bank that provides low-income individuals and families with food?
 
 
I think it’s safe to say that Mrs. Obama didn’t think her fly Lanvin kicks would cause such a stir.  But I suspect she’ll be making a trip to J. Crew or the Gap sometime soon to see what more affordable sneaker options they have.
 
 
Here is a trendy sneaker look-for-less from Nike …read more

Ciara is famous for her song “Like a Boy” and her tomboyish beauty.  But the R&B siren looks nothing like a gent in these high-waisted tuxedo pants and white tank top accented by a black and white flower. 
In fact, she looks sexy and stylish and I want a pair of pants like this. You do too? Well, check out the black high-waisted trousers I found online at Charlotte Russe. 
They’re perfect for your transitional wardrobe and a bargain for only $26.99!  
 
Image credit: Bauer-Griffin, Charlotte Russe

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

To UGG or not to UGG?  That was the question posed by Hot Mama Daily back in December 2007, and inquiring minds still want to know.  I too have been hesitant to take the UGG plunge, especially since the boots retail for $180 bucks.  So I did the only thing that makes sense to me — I found a knockoff pair of UGGs at Payless on sale for $34.99.
After a little web research, I found that the metallic gold Payless boots — the Airwalk Metallic Reagan Boot — mimic the UGG Australia “Classic Tall Metallic” Boot.  My husband wasn’t too impressed. …read more

“Audrey” dress, Ivory silk brocade, $425

 ”Madge” dress, Silk Crepe w/silk charmeuse draped scarf in the back, $375 
I’m a huge “Project Runway” fan, so I’m thrilled whenever I get the chance to interview one of the show’s elite designers.  This week I caught up with Season 2 contestant Emmett McCarthy, a former men’s wear designer who has taken the women’s wear industry by storm with his Emmett McCarthy/ EMc2 collection and New York City boutique.  
Emmett obviously loves to make women look beautiful, and his timeless dresses are divine on women of color (see the accompanying photos).  Here’s what the fab …read more

 
Nicole Sherzinger is one foxy Pussycat Doll.  With the way she’s filling out this strapless little black dress, Beyonce may have to watch her back, literally.  I could never wear them, but the stiletto heels are super sexy and the ensemble is accented by just a touch of bling on the finger and the wrist.
Here’s how you can copy Nicole’s hot look for less.   
 
 Tia strapless satin dress, Forever 21, $22.80
 

Sable Jeweled Satin Dress, Forever 21, $22.80 

Rhinestone bracelet, Claire’s, $14.50 
 
Large Rhinestone ring, Forever 21, $5.80 
 
Fringe Platform Stilettos, Forever 21, $28.80 

Or for a more colorful twist…Vero Nero Platform, Forever 21, $22.80 
Photo credits: Newscom, …read more

 
*Whispering* Hey! You didn’t hear this from me, but a little birdie told me (thanks sooo much Terry!!) that one of my faaaaav fashion sites Know Label. com is having a 40%off EVERYTHING sale!  It’s a private sale right now, but will be made public Sunday, July 13th, 2008.
So you know what that means: nothing will be left if you wait!  So hurry on over to the site and use this code at checkout to get your 40% off discount: firstpick40
Go!  Go!  Go!  Happy Shopping!

I know I bring them up all the time, but I DO love Old Navy.  I really do.  I think even more than The GAP, and more than Banana Republic.  The prices at Old Navy are *always* just right and you can get really nice, chic items that don’t look cheap,  yaknowwhatImean?
I just bought (jeez, I really need to slow down on my shopping as of late–right) their new rubber/blend metallic flip-flops.  Got both the gold and silver.

They’re great.  Word is Old Navy changed up from their foam slippers to a new rubber/blend combo for their flip-flops this year.  Why …read more

Actress Garcelle Beauvais-Nilon, new mommy again to twin boys (she also has a teenage son from a previous relationship) is looking faaaaaa-bu-lous! I’m loving the citrus-y orange colored tube dress and how it looks against her gorgeous complexion.

Images: Newscom
Want the Same Look for Less? Here ya go!