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Jan 10 2011 12:00 PM ET

Leighton Meester on Her Latest Balancing Act

Leighton Meester Herbal Essences Portraits of Hope
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Leighton Meester might be known for her daring style on-screen and off, but that doesn’t mean that every day is focused on fashion. “I like to be comfortable 90-percent of the time–and when it’s time to dress up, go all-out,” she tells PEOPLE of her style philosophy. “My inspiration is life! It comes from my family, my friends, traveling. Books, music…Love inspires me, and relationships, sex. You know? Food, fashion!” The Herbal Essences spokesperson, however, looked especially good while doing good, as she and her hairdresser Charles Baker Strahan (below) joined the brand in support of charity Portraits of Hope, which brightened up skating arena ICE at Santa Monica by painting it in children’s art. “We painted, we went skating, we ate pizza. [The kids] really were cracking me up,” says Leighton of spending her day with children from the Special Olympics and the Braille Institute. And while she tested her own artistic skills by painting alongside the children (below), not everything was smooth sailing. “I’m a terrible ice-skater,” she admitted, laughing. “I luckily didn’t fall today but it’s probably because I had a balancing act with people holding both my hands.” Learn more about Herbal Essences’ support of Portraits of Hope at their Facebook page. –Katherine Kluznik Rentmeester

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Jan 10 2011 10:20 AM ET

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Natalie Portman Flashes Her Engagement Ring

Natalie Portman Flashes Diamond Engagement Ring
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Natalie Portman may have kept her growing baby belly low profile by sporting a chic Vionnet black and white dress with gold detailing to the Palm Springs Film Festival Gala on Saturday, but one thing she wasn’t keeping under wraps was her ring finger. The actress glowed on the red carpet and on-stage wearing her shiny new engagement ring from fiancé Benjamin Millepied. The dazzling ring appears to be a round stone set with a pavé diamonds around it. Portman, 29, and Millepied, 33, announced their engagement and pregnancy in late December 2010 after meeting on the set of Black Swan. Their first child is due in 2011. –Kim Peiffer

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Jan 10 2011 09:00 AM ET

DEAL OF THE DAY: 20% Off Silent Gypsy

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For the girl who likes her jewelry a little sweet and a little spunky, Silent Gypsy is just the ticket. The pieces range from free-spirited bohemian to rock-and-and roll and are super-affordable; nearly everything is under $100. Best of all? The site has a heart of gold, donating 10% of its proceeds from delicate-yet-tough necklaces made from spent bullet cartridges to supportourtroops.com. To get a great deal on Silent Gypsy, click here.

Jan 07 2011 06:00 PM ET

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Style News Now’s Hottest Headlines of the Week

Reese Witherspoon Engagement Ring Noel Vasquez/Getty

Which of Hollywood’s style stars got readers buzzing this week? Check out our top stories!

- Reese Witherspoon debuts her new 4-carat engagement ring in L.A. this week while attending a Lakers game with fiancé Jim Toth! READ IT
- Designer David Meister designs a stunning dress–in less than two weeks!–for Valerie Bertinelli’s New Year’s day nuptials. READ IT
- Khloe Kardashian stole the spotlight at the People’s Choice Awards with her new red-hot hair! READ IT
- Victoria’s Secret kicks off the new year in style, unveiling one of its sexiest swim collections yet! READ IT
- Kim Kardashian says she’s not as sexy as everyone thinks. READ IT

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Jan 07 2011 05:00 PM ET

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Would You Wear Studded Leggings like Beyoncé?

Would You Wear Studded Leggings like Beyoncé?
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Beyoncé has recently gotten into heavy metal–of the legging variety, that is. The singer was spotted making the rounds in N.Y.C. this week, looking extra-edgy in a studded E-label liquid leggings. Instead of shying away from the bold style, the singer ratcheted up the look’s volume with a black motorcycle jacket, Wildfox slogan T-shirt that reads, “Love is Everything” and her favorite Illesteva sunglasses. We’re used to seeing studs on purses, jewelry and even on jackets, but there’s something about seeing them go down the front of pants that make us a little wary of their actual wearability for those of us that aren’t international pop stars. But, hey, maybe that’s just us! Tell us: Would you wear studded leggings like Beyoncé? --Justine Harman

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Jan 07 2011 04:50 PM ET

Shopping for Good Causes at Styleta.org

Shopping for Good Causes at Styleta.org
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Closet bursting at the seams? In the mood to shop? Want to do a little good? Well, Styleta answers all of your needs! The site takes new or gently used designer duds and sells them, with over 70% of the profits going directly to a variety of women’s charities. And the organization is all about female empowerment in other ways, with students developing chapters nationwide on campuses. While the female students are learning about business and picking the charities to work with, they’re also having a good time with clothing donation parties and even organizing dress rentals for formals. So whether you’re looking to buy something new or you have a bag filled with goodies ready to donate — or even if you want to host your own donation party! — head to styleta.org for details and really good deals on designers like Christian Louboutin, Vince, Fendi and more!

Jan 07 2011 03:30 PM ET

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Bye, Bye Blonde! Lauren Conrad Goes Brunette: Love It or Hate It?

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What a colorful week it’s been! The same night that Khloe Kardashian was taking her hair from raven to red, Lauren Conrad debuted a darker do that was a distinct departure from her signature sun-kissed color. LC stepped out at CoverGirl’s 50th anniversary bash in L.A. on Wednesday with deep brunette hair touched just at the tips with subtle blonde highlights. And while this isn’t the first time the former Hills star has darkened up, the last time we saw her with anything dark, she was rocking a wig for a fashion photo shoot. We love seeing Lauren take a step away from her signature California-girl look, but we want to know what you think. Tell us: Should Lauren stick with the darker hair or go back to blonde? –Hana Choi

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