Archive: July 29th, 2008

Courtesy Sean John

Grammy-winner and actor Nelly is set to stir things up with a series of revealing new ads for Sean John underwear. Label owner and fellow hip hop star Diddy, debriefs fans about why he chose the rapper to model as the brand’s first-ever skivvy spokesmodel, explaining that Nelly “has the attitude, the swagger, and most of all the physique that our customers can both aspire and relate to.” And, he continues, “Let’s be honest, all of the ladies out there are going to be thanking us for his campaign.” Well, are you? Tell us: What do you think of Diddy’s choice of Nelly as the face — and body — of his new campaign?

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Fashionistas anxiously await the announcement every year, and we’ve got a look at this year’s Vanity Fair’s 69th annual International Best-Dressed List. Some of the highlights on the Best Dressed Women’s list include a mix of Hollywood — Sarah Jessica Parker, Angelina Jolie, Tilda Swinton — and political significant others — French First Lady Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, Kate Middleton and Michelle Obama. Stylish men who made the cut include David Beckham, Daniel Craig, Kanye West and Matt Lauer. Click over to Vanity Fair.com to read the full list and tell us: Who makes your best dressed list? Do you agree with Vanity Fair’s?

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French brand Roger Vivier is known for their pricey buckled shoes, which can range anywhere from $396 for signature flats to four digits for boots. For the Helpmann Awards this week in Australia, Cate Blanchett donned a pair of limited edition Roger Vivier Limelight America platform heels with sequined star detail and Swarovski crystal buckles. The shiny heels made the rest of Roger Vivier’s heels look downright affordable with a startling $11,000 price tag! We are all for splurging on designer heels, but $11,000 for one pair? That’s our fantasy shoe budget for the year! Tell us: What is the most you are willing to spend as a splurge on shoes?