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Apr 27 2007 06:00 AM ET

Kevin Federline: Fragrance Pitchman?

Add another line to his resume — Kevin Federline is the new pitchman for Axe body spray. And what qualifies him to speak for the brand? “Yeah, it’s cause I’m lucky with the girls,” Federline tells PEOPLE. “I was a fan of the product, and then they call and ask me to come down to the middle of Hollywood and jump in a giant spray can. I mean, this is a prime location, how can I say no?” And of course, it’s a cause near and dear to his heart. “I’m all about smelling good, if you’re not down with the personal hygiene, then you can’t roll with my crew.” After being told he was following in the well-groomed footsteps of former Axe pitchmen Ben Affleck and Nick Lachey, Federline decided that he would smell the best out of the three because “I’ve never smelled either one of those guys.” But he is open to sniffing other guys — after giving props to his bodyguard, Big Mike, for “always smelling good,” Federline tells PEOPLE that “no one wants to be around you if you smell bad.” Luckily for those around K-Fed, he’s got his Axe with him now wherever he goes.

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Apr 27 2007 04:10 AM ET

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Get an Endless Swimsuit Wardrobe for under $50!

Swimsuit shopping doesn’t have to damage your bank account. As you can see in our May StyleWatch issue, the cutest beach trends are all available for under $50! From polka-dots to florals to sexy one-pieces, the best swim looks are just one easy click away. For these prices you can have an endless beach wardrobe just like Lindsay or Courtney! Check out some of our favorite suits, like this H&M flame-stitch two-piece (top and bottom $13 each) available at H&M stores:

One-ring One-piece with low V-neck, O-ring accent and daring open back style, $25, oldnavy.com

Ocean Dream turquoise and brown floral halterkini, $16, and belted hipster bottoms, $16, kohls.com

Triangle string bikini in polka dots, stripes or blue floral, $34, victoriassecret.com

Joe Boxer surfer girl hot pink flower, star and heart halter bikini, $13, and hip loop string bikini bottom, $13, kmart.com

Xhilaration black and white nautical stripe halter top, $15, and sporty tie bottoms, $15, target.com

Click here to see our Ultimate Guide to Summer Style. Everything you need to beat the heat — from the hottest shoes to the coolest shades and the sexiest bikinis!

Photo: john lawton

Swimwear

Apr 27 2007 03:00 AM ET

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What’s Your Must-Have Hair Product?

Despite the love/hate relationship we have with our hair, there’s always that one product that never fails to do the trick. In the May issue of StyleWatch, we got the scoop from several celebs on what styling product they rely on to keep their coifs picture perfect. Before getting a blow out, Reese Witherspoon protects her hair with Vavoom Gold Heat Blow-In Control, $14, which seals the hair and protects it from intense heat. Jessica Biel maintains her healthy hair — and fights frizz and flyaways — with Kerastase Serum Oléo-Relax, $34. Newly shorn Michelle Williams keeps her pixie cut in place with Murray’s Original Pomade, $3. Jennifer Lopez nourishes her long locks with Leonor Greyl Palm Oil, $39, which is especially great if you spend a lot of time in the sun. So now that you know these celebs secret hair weapons, we want to know what always works for you. Tell us: What styling product can’t you live without? Why?

Photo: ramey; courtesy matrix.com

Beauty,
Hair

Apr 27 2007 02:57 AM ET

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What’s Her Lipstick? The Scoop on Charlize and Katharine’s Shades

We loved Katharine and Charlize’s red carpet looks so much, we tracked down their makeup artists to tell us exactly how to they were done! Katharine McPhee wore a slick of nude-colored gloss, ” target=”_blank”>Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pure Lipstick in Glazed Sienna #61, $28, at a Gillette event recently. The neutral lipcolor allowed her makeup artist, Efrat Acharkan, to create a more dramatic look for McPhee’s eyes.

At the East of Havana premiere, Charlize Theron demonstrated that the secret to scene-stealing lips — done with Dior Rouge Dior Lipstick in Pink Legend #882, $26 — is to keep the rest of the makeup minimal. Her makeup artist, Dior’s International Makeup Advisor Shane Paish, explains, “First, I created gorgeous, flawless skin, added a touch of blush and DiorShow Blackout Mascara and then finished the look with the deep berry lip — one coat, no fuss.”

Got a red carpet beauty look you’re dying to know about? Tell us and we’ll try to track it down for you!

Photo: Scott Wintrow/Getty; alex cao; James Devaney/WireImage; alex cao

Beauty

Apr 27 2007 02:00 AM ET

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Get Travel Ready For Your Next Vacation!

With summer rapidly approaching, vacation is definitely on the brain! We have a few new favorites, that are a lot less pricey than Cameron Diaz’s luxe Louis Vuitton case, that we can’t wait to bust out for our next trip.

Have a lot to pack? Nicole Kidman and husband Keith Urban have been spotted using Bric’s rolling duffel bag in olive, but we think it’s awfully sweet in pink too.

Want something a little girlier? Try Hideo Wakamatsu has a blossom printed trolley with a hard shell and magnetic locks, or try accessorizing your luggage with Tepper Jackson’s bright luggage tags .

Make sure to meet your 3 oz. carry on requirements with this Bliss Sinkside Six-Pack , Lippman’s Nail Essential Kit or Go Smile’s On The Go flavored teeth whitening touch ups to save space.

Need to get comfy on board? Grab Bucky’s neck pillow and Cris Notti’s stylish sleep mask will keep you stylish while you sleep. When you land, just freshen up with Too Faced Glamour To Go make-up set and you’re good to go!

Click here to see our Ultimate Guide to Summer Style. Everything you need to beat the heat — from the hottest shoes to the coolest shades and the sexiest bikinis!

Photo: Courtesy of Jun Sato/WireImage; courtesy ebags.com

Accessories

Apr 27 2007 01:05 AM ET

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Can’t Afford Carmen’s Cut? Try a Training Night!

Not everyone can afford to pay the outrageous prices that celebrity-fave salons charge for a haircut or even score an appointment with star stylists like Ken Paves (shown here with client Carmen Electra). But if you want the experience of going to a top-notch salon, why not go on a training night? Junior stylists perfect their skills under the watchful eyes of the senior stylists — and you save big! Here’s a listing for cities around the country.

Los Angeles:
Vidal Sassoon
Haircut: $20 (regularly $82 to $125)
9403 Little Santa Monica Boulevard
310-858-9760
Tuesdays through Fridays.

Louis Licari Salon
Haircut: $25 (regularly $120 to $130). Single Color: $25 to $35 (regularly $75 to $140). Single plus Highlights: $60 (regularly $150 to $375)
343 North Camden Drive
310-247-0855
Monday evenings.

Frédéric Fekkai Salon
Haircut: $40 (regularly $125 to $600(for Frederic!)). Color: $40 (regularly $100 and up)
440 North Rodeo Drive
310-777-8700
Tuesdays at 6 P.M. (class topics alternate)

Photo: Michael Simon/startraks

Apr 26 2007 05:00 PM ET

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Get a Patent Purse Like Jessica Simpson!

As soon as we saw Jessica Simpson carrying her bright green clutch, we knew what our purse obsession for spring was — patent leather! From sleek clutches to bright day bags, like this yellow tote, why not add a little gleam to every outfit? Here are a few of our favorites:

Splurge:
Go neutral for daytime with this white Cynthia Rowley tote, $495, at bloomingdales.com, or this Give large patent tote in white or black, $363, at shopbop.com.

Get a bag like Jessica’s with this Felix Rey bow-front clutch, $230, at shopbop.com, or this Lorelei clutch, $298, at loreleinyc.com.

Steal:
Add some color to your look with this Xhiliration Large Yellow Tote, $20, at target.com, or this cherry red Necessary Objects tote, $56, at amazon.com.

Click here to see our Ultimate Guide to Summer Style. Everything you need to beat the heat — from the hottest shoes to the coolest shades and the sexiest bikinis!

Photo: Humberto Carreno/startraks; courtesy target.com