Diva Bugs Talks Shopping With Kristi Yamaguchi

Hi Darlings:

Here is the second part of the interview with Kristi Yamaguchi where we delve a little more on her thoughts about fashion. The first part of the interview was on her partnership with the American Lung Association for the Faces of Influenza project. We've often wondered about the role fashion plays in her life and now we know.

1.) How did it feel to go from figure skating to Dancing with the Stars? Was the decision based on the ability to add more accessories to your stage wear? :)

I do have to say I love crystals and sparkly costumes, although learning how to dance was my biggest draw to the show. You would think that as a figure skater I would have had it easier learning the dance moves, but it’s totally different movement in the legs. I was on Advil the entire time! But it was great learning to dance, and my partner Mark Ballas was amazing.

2.) What was your favorite DWTS costume? How did it look? Why did you like it?

It’s so hard to pick my favorite with all the great costumes there were! But I loved the first outfit I danced in – the dress was gold and covered in crystals, and I had on opera length gloves. I felt very elegant.

3.) What is your favorite online or “brick and mortar” store?
Nordstrom is great – especially because they carry shoes in a size five! Nordstrom’s and Zappos.com are the only places I can find shoes that fit me.

4.) Is there a favorite item of clothing or accessory that you could wear every day or with anything? Why? How long have you owned it?

I gravitate toward cashmere sweaters, especially in the winter. They’re comfortable but still make an outfit look put together. I have had my favorite sweater for over 10 years. They never go out of style.

5.) How has your fashion changed with becoming a mom?
I look for things that are machine-washable and require very little ironing! But I do like to keep up with the trends.

6.) What is a typical day like for you?
I don’t think there is a typical day. But when I’m home, my focus is on being a mom and spending time with my two daughters.

7.) Are you a jeans or khaki or slacks girl?
Definitely jeans – I have a pair for every occasion.

Thanks Kristi!

Fierce Looks of the Week

Hi Darlings:
I saw these looks and the only word that came to mind was FIERCE! Some celebs like Elle MacPherson always look great no matter what. But others like Jessica Biel are frumpy on a daily basis, like the rest of us, but know how to turn it up 10 notches for the red carpet. It's always great to see them all dressed up from time to time.
Elle Mac"fierce"son's boots were fab to the max. I love the height and the fringe details.
Nicole post baby bump finally has a lot of curves to show off!

I know they are the Olsens but I always like simple and chic done well. And finally they got it right in that department.

Liz Hurley...no Jessica Biel in Rome. Believe it or not!

Happy Thursday!

Halle Berry - The Hair Evolution

Hi Darlings:
I saw the above picture of Halle Berry's new curly hairstyle the other day and I began to reminisce how a few years ago women were getting the "Halle" and not the "Rihanna". The "Halle" or her original close cropped short do was absolutely divine. In my book, nothing she has done since could ever top the fierceness of that style. The "straight and mainstream" that she has been wearing for the last two years or so is a nice look on her but it does not bring out her strong facial features the way the "Halle" did. It just worked for her and ever since I've been hoping she would go back to that look.

In many ways, I sympathize with her because my hair was really short for about 7 years and my styling options were short, wet and curly or short, dry and curly. And the occasional headband or slick back look helped spice up my hair options but it always went back to short, dry and curly or short, wet and curly. Not much innovation there. Now my hair is long and I love having options, so unfortunately for these very same reasons we may never see the "Halle" again.

Which Halle hair evolution is your favorite? (see Poll below)

The "Halle"

The "Short and Wispy"

The "Up do"

The "Straight and Mainstream"

The "Bob"

poll by twiigs.com

Angela and Vanessa Simmons- "Daddy's Girls"

Hi Darlings:

We can probably soon say move over Lauren, Heidi and Audrina (of the Hills) and hello Vanessa and Angela Simmons. According to Black Voices, Angela and Vanessa are set to have a new show on MTV called Daddy's Girls. In this show, they will showcase their already blossoming careers as well as their personal lives - imagine that!

Wasn't it just yesterday they were in high school or just coming on the fashion scene pondering the age old question "What am I going to do with my life?" Now, we will be able to watch Vanessa as she works on her first movie. They now have a popular shoe and clothing line called Pastry and the show will spotlight the development of this brand. It's amazing to see how much they've developed from being the "kids" on Run's House.

Gone are the days when Angela wore not so fashionable gear in high school and Vanessa was a model rehearsing for her first acting role on Guiding Light, where she is now. Come to think of it, their love lives are getting a little spicier too! This is definitely a show I will watch!

I also like that every time I see them on the red carpet they are always look great.

They can never be accused of making any "worst dressed" list. They have evolved into true fashionistas. Hugs and besos.

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Cookie Mag features Jada Pinkett and Daughter Willow

Hi Darlings:

Cookie Magazine recently did a parent profile on Jada Pinkett Smith. They had some great pictures of her and her daughter Willow. I know I multi-task but reading the list of Jada's accomplishments within the past year was dizzingly inspirational. How does she juggle being a singer, actress, director, mom, wife, producer, and the task of opening a school and church all at once in some cases? Okay so personal assistant is a term that comes to mind but you still need the motivation to be inspired to have projects for the personal trainer to work on. In the article she provides some great tips.
So, you should definitely take a look.

Hugs and besos

Eve and Solange Nailing Their Political Statements

Hi Darlings:

Eve is not the only celeb letting her nails do the talking as far as her political views are concerned. Check out what Solange Knowles has to say with hers. Here are pics of her with the fabulous Minx nails as her makeup is being applied. Hmm...I think I see a trend.

By the way, her makeup looks great! Kudos to Lisa Logan. It's interesting seeing Solange's sense of style evolve.
Hugs and besos.

Jennifer Aniston Gap!

Hi Darlings:

I love it when we find out the shopping secrets of celebs either when they tell us in interviews or when it is a surprise. This time we find out via her bodyguard that Jennifer Aniston is into shopping at the Gap. We must send him a big "Thank you" shout out! Come to think of it her understated style seems like it could be off the rack except when she is on the red carpet. I can so see her getting her bathing suits from J. Crew, jeans in Nordstrom and of course corduroy jackets from the Gap. Even after these recent statement from Angelina Jolie her sense fashion has been constant and unchanging even when her taste in men and the rumors about her change with the season. I wonder if her sense of style will change soon too.

Hugs and besos

Venus and Serena in Harper's Bazaar

Hi Darlings:

I can't wait for the next issue of Harpers Bazaar to come in the mail. Venus and Serena are featured looking very glamorous in the shots. How fantastic and how polished! It's so good seeing them in an ultra-fashionable light. You should always look your best even when working out!

Enjoy the pics...

Jada Pinkett-Smith - Shoe Style

Hi Darlings:



I love this combo on Jada. Any shoes that make a statement get an A+ in my book.


What do you think?

poll by twiigs.com

Hugs and besos

Plaid - the ongoing trend

Hi Darlings:
I mentioned before that plaid was becoming more en vogue...well at least for this season. Here are some pics of celebs out and about in their various plaid wear.







Hugs and besos

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"Killer" Shoe of the Week!

Hi Darlings:

I absolutely love these Chanel shoes on Madonna. I guess we know what she has in her arsenal! Some said she was attention grabbing. I just hope her divorce and alleged affair with Alex Rodriquez do not grab too much of the spotlight because I really thought she and guy had what it takes to go the distance.

Hugs and besos

80's Fashion Revival - Will it last? Do we want it to?

Hi Darlings:



I once had to interview a boutique owner in DC for a freelance article I was working on and she mentioned that she shops globally but is inspired by the kids on the streets locally who have fashion daring tastes. She noted their wearing of brightly colored sneakers and bright leggings as well as new ways of wearing traditional fashion staples as fantastic examples of fashion innovation. Hmmm.... maybe that's where Rihanna, Teyana Taylor, Tokyo Diiva and Solange Knowles get their fashion inspiration as well. Watching Teyana Taylor on MTv's My Sweet Sixteen it was clear she did not grow up on or near the streets. And we all know about Solange and the other Knowles and likewise, with Rihanna the Bahamian beaches do not scream NY streets!
Or maybe its the other way around... According to Tokyo Diiva the streets influence her style.Either way, how do we explain the "Bad" or "Bad Gurl" rings? Does this mean that flat tops and hammer pants are next? Will they be around for a season like high waisted pants or are they here for another decade? Or is this just symbolic of the moment in time when acrylic nails made the turn from ghetto to fab? So will Christina Aguilera and Madonna soon start wearing them?

Come to think about it, it seems like baggy jeans with cuffed hems and jeans with holes have been seen on quite a few celebs lately.



Another set of 80's trends that are making a not so subtle comeback. Frankly, I am just now getting the hang of skinny jeans, so don't really think I am inclined to switch anytime soon.

The memories of the first baggy jeans trend in the 80's aren't too pleasant. But I've never met a bubble dress I did not like!


So, what do you think? Will you be purchasing a pair of baggy jeans anytime soon? Are you into the word rings?

Hugs and besos.

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Victoria Beckham Shoes - The Heel-less boot and more...

Hi Darlings,

This post is about nothing more than Victoria Beckham's shoes. Afterall, they do make a statement of their own! Remember the heel-less black boots...yes the oddity that were those boots was due to the lack of heels. She is in a class by herself. A fashion daredevil.















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