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Mar 04 2009 12:00 PM ET
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Reba McEntire Creates Her Own Red Carpet Wardrobe

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Reba McEntire won’t have any trouble answering the inevitable question of “Who are you wearing?” at this year’s Academy of Country Music Awards, which she will host on April 5th. That’s because the country queen designed all her own gowns for the awards show. “The hardest thing for me [about hosting] is probably finding the right thing to wear,” she tells PEOPLE.com. “People will say, ‘Well, you know, just go down and buy something!’ It’s hard to do that because you don’t want to be wearing something when you’re hosting that somebody in the front row has on too.” To avoid a fashion faceoff, Reba and her longtime stylist Terry Gordon teamed up to create five looks for the evening. And although the country music scene has turned casual in recent years, Reba hopes that her glamorous awards night wardrobe will inspire her country peers to keep jeans and cowboy boots in their place. “I saw that on the Grammys and Oscars, everyone was more buttoned up, a little more classy — elegant. I’m hoping that’s how it’s going to be at the ACMs also.” Don’t forget to come back to PEOPLE.com for our complete coverage of the Academy of Country Music awards. – by Christina Yoon

Mar 04 2009 08:30 AM ET
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FIRST LOOK: Badgley Mischka’s Star-Studded Campaign Ads

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It’s been 20 years since star-loved design house Badgley Mischka launched their brand. And founders Mark Badgley and James Mischka are celebrating the anniversary with an aptly star-studded ad campaign, shot by legendary photographer Annie Leibovitz. Images won’t appear in magazines until April, but we’re bringing you a sneak peek at the campaign, which gathers together Eva Longoria Parker, Carrie Underwood, Brooke Shields, Lauren Hutton and Anjelica Huston. So how do the women feel about taking part in the celebration? Underwood sums it up; “I love Badgley Mischka for not only making the most beautiful gowns,” she says in a statement, “but also for bringing together such strong, amazing women to celebrate 20 years of glamour and fashion. I am thrilled to be part of their special anniversary.” Tell us: What do you think of the campaign?

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Mar 03 2009 01:36 PM ET
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Britney Spears’s DSquared2 Tour Costumes Revealed

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After five years, Britney Spears is returning to the stage for her Circus tour—and it looks like things will be just as sexy as before. The Canadian design duo behind star-favorite label DSquared2 has teamed up with the pop star to create looks for her and her backup dancers. The designers have refashioned traditional circus costumes such as those worn by trapeze artists, clowns and jugglers into sinister and provocative looks. The custom styles were created to take on a dream-like element that will blend with Britney’s sexy on-stage persona. We can’t wait to see more. Tell us: What do you think of Britney’s costumes?

Mar 02 2009 06:30 PM ET
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Halle Berry’s Fragrance Ad Campaign Launches

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Campaign ads for Halle Berry‘s debut fragrance, Halle by Halle Berry, won’t launch in most magazines until April and May, but Essence has a first run of the print advertisements featuring their March cover-girl — and we love what we see. Check out more from the actress in this month’s Essence, on stands now. And tell us: What do you think of Halle’s ads?

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Mar 02 2009 06:00 PM ET
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Britney Spears’s New Role: Candie’s Girl

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Her much-anticipated Circus tour is kicking off Tuesday, but Britney Spears has even more to look forward to. Marking her first-ever apparel endorsement, the princess of pop has been named the next Candie’s Only at Kohl’s spokesmodel. The singer will be stepping into the shoes of Heroes star Hayden Panettiere who was the face of the shoe line for two years. As part of her new gig, Britney will appear in Candie’s print, television, in-store and online ads this year. Candie’s and Kohl’s also plan to follow Spears on her comeback tour, rolling out pink carpets and VIP lounges for her fans. The retailers will even host the “First Look” tour video that will give fans a sneak peek at her performances. Tell us: What do you think of Britney as the new Candie’s Girl?

Mar 02 2009 05:09 PM ET
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Shop Adam Lippes for Mango Now!

Penelope and Monica Cruz aren’t the only famous faces teaming up with Mango. After showing his fall collection during New York Fashion Week, American designer Adam Lippes is launching a line with the Spanish retailer. Adam for Mango gives a nod to the ’70s Halston look, with his signature flowing dresses, tailored bottoms, bright outerwear and wrap-around tops. The designs are more recession-friendly than his ready-to-wear line, with prices ranging from $45 tops to a $259 maxidress. Shop the Adam for Mango collection at mangoshop.com.

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Mar 02 2009 04:00 PM ET
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Salma Hayek and Debra Messing Dish on Getting Gorgeous Hair at Book Launch

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Gracing magazines is nothing new for Salma Hayek, but now the actress is venturing into literature with an appearance on the front cover of hairstylist Robert Vetica’s book, Good to Great Hair. At Thursday’s Moroccanoil-sponsored launch party for the tome, which offers hairstyles and advice based on hair type, the star, who wrote the forward to the book, revealed what led her to become involved in the project with Vetica, whose other A-list clients include Jennifer Lopez, Marion Cotillard, Mariah Carey, Renee Zellweger and Naomi Watts. “I think it’s great that women can get ideas of what is best for them without having to go to somebody who’s super-expensive like Robert is in real life,” she told PEOPLE. Another famous fan, Debra Messing, said that Vetica encouraged her to love her curly locks. “Every day was an interesting hair moment growing up,” she revealed. “One of the first things that Robert taught me was that it was not a disaster. He was like, ‘Your hair is fabulous and it could do anything!’” she says. Hayek, added, “When he does my hair for an event, the blow-dry lasts for four or five days. I don’t know how he does it, but I have great hair for the whole week once he does it for one day!” But forget hair for a minute, what is the secret to Hayek’s glow? “I am happy,” the newlywed said with a sly grin. Click here to get Good to Great Hair for yourself — and help support one of Salma’s preferred causes while you’re at it. The book’s publisher is donating a portion each purchase towards UNICEF’s efforts to eliminate maternal and neonatal tetanus. – Reporting by Jenny Sundel

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