'Bout That Time To Big Up B

First things first...Doesn't it seem only right that "Young, B cruisin' down the westside high-way" should start playing right about now? lol...

After all the B bashing I've been doing lately, I'm happy to big up the pop star for this urban chic ensemble.

While shopping for some shades on the streets of New York yesterday, the singer wore a cute checkered olive and gold shirt dress, rust red knit beret and African-inspired Louis V sandals. Such rich, warm, colors!

The outfit lent credence to my theory that 'round the way girl--not couture queen à la Rihanna--is a look more becoming of the bootylicious beauty.

C'mon, you know I'm right!

Rih Rih Ups B for the Umpteenth Time!

The victor is clear: Rihanna wins this military jacket battle! Rih Rih rocked a denim Balmain soldier chic number, similar to the black, crystal-embellished one Beyonce wore a few days ago, while doing some shopping Thursday in L.A.'s BAPE store. The high fashion queen effortlessly paired hers with easy, breezy white shorts, sheer top and layered necklaces.

While she can wear practically anything and make it work, the Barbados babe opted for a much more wearable version. That's code for: I want it! Anyone want to lend me $11,000?

Lock Me Up!

I have been hurting for caged heels for a hot minute now. The trend is not exactly what you would expect during spring, but if loving these babies is wrong, then--by all means--lock me up! The look is bold, fierce and nothing to eff with!

Today, I tried on an amazing pair. They went perfectly with my neon orange pedi. Best of all, they were incredibly comfortable--probably 'cause they're essentially built like an ankle boot and held my foot in place.

I wanted them sooo bad. But between paying to get all four of my wisdom teeth taken out and a sample sale I went to recently (not to mention my meh salary), I made the wise decision to resist buying them...until pay day. I'll get my Rih Rih on soon enough ; )

I Heart JC Penney

Out of all the department stores, I heart JC Penney the most. Its inventory isn't as expensive as the stuff at Macy's and isn't as shitty as what they have over at Mervyns. Plus, it carries affordable versions of lines by Nicole Miller, Allen Schwartz and, now, Charlotte Ronson.

Like most people I'm sure, I got wind of the British designer's I Heart Ronson for JC Penney collection after the tabloids reported the drama surrounding the launch party. Lindsay Lohan, ex of Samantha Ronson (Charlotte's twin sister), was relentlessly kept out (which led to LiLo's hilarious eHarmony profile video).

Back to the clothes! As I walked through JC Penney today, there it was. Leave it to JC Penney to make a great first impression with a sale! That's the best way to turn me onto a new line : ) Plus, I didn't mind owning a piece by someone whose hip following included girls like Nicole Richie, Rashida Jones and Nicky Hilton. Though I saw a few cute layering pieces, some things looked like borderline scrubs. But then I saw this...

...a tiered ruffle floral skirt. It's sooooo adorable! I had actually been looking for something like it ever since I saw my friend wearing a dress with a similar style print / skirt. This is much more versatile as I can switch up the look with whatever top I pair it with. And at 40% off...heck yeah!

Beyonce: A Fashion Casualty

While out to dinner with her hubby Hova in NYC, the beautiful Beyonce dared to wear this heavily decorated military jacket from my fave edgy fashion house Balmain--but I wasn't about to salute the girl!

Though the singer had enough sense to keep the rest of her look simple, the jacket was just way too costumey--only her style superior Rihanna could pull it off. Plus, her soldier Jay didn't even want to be photographed standing next to her. Lol!


From the sharp details to the structured silhouette, throwing on a military-inspired piece is a great way to get attention. Check out Jennifer Aniston and Victoria Beckham to see what a fashion five-star general is supposed to look like.

I Am Officially Over the Barkers!

I know I've rooted for these two time and time again, but I'm so effing over it! Us Weekly recently broke that Shana and Travis have broken up AGAIN--and I'm hoping it's for good.

I don't want to get into it, but I really don't believe that Shana was the one who cheated. With that said, Travis has pulled a Ryan Phillipe in my book and I'm done being the eternally optimistic Charlotte York in this cast of characters.

Shana told MySpace Celebrity:

"After arriving in LA and getting settled in the new hospital, I came across numerous romantic emails with MANY other woman, some famous, some I personally knew, all heart breaking and the woman involved you know who you are and should be ashamed of yourself."

She adds...

" 'No Comment' just wasn't sufficient this time when people continue to lie and distort the truth. I am a human being and the bashing has taken it's toll."

I wish the best for the both of them--just not as a couple.

You Can't Turn a Ho into a Housewife--Or Can You?

Our least favorite ex-DK member, Aubrey O'Day, has been toning down her skankalicious look lately. First, she turned up at the Bravo Awards in a peach Chloé creation, which she pretty much ruined, according to let's see....everyone. Then, this pic to the right pops up on the Internet of her looking stepford wife crazy in a pink waterprint blouse. Something smells rotten in Auburella Land!

Well, hell, if her buddy Kim Kardashian can do it...Thing is, Kim is an extremely gorgeous girl who just happened to have a bangin' bod. I don't believe she had aspirations to be the poster girl for women who--in my best Jamie Foxx impression--are not necessarily hoes, but definitely HOE-ISH like miss thing did.

Kim didn't go out and get Paris Hilton's wonky eyes, Jenna Jameson's porn star boobs, Lindsay Lohan's gross orange complexion, Lil' Kim's wannabe Michael Jackson nose, I can go on...Talk about ambitious!

Time will tell...