Denim

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Stars like Cameron Diaz, Beyonce, Rihanna and more are embracing summer’s ripped jean trend and Kim Kardashian is no exception. The reality star took to her official website to blog about her new favorite piece of clothing. “Right now, ripped jeans are my absolute favorite thing!” she writes. “I have replaced my leggings look with a ripped jean look!” Kim showed off her new look while out to lunch in L.A. by pairing Bebe jeans with an Elizabeth and James over-sized blouse. Her Bebe jeans weren’t the only thing Kim saved on — she boasts that she scored her studded Louboutin booties for 60% off! And while Kim can have her pick of any designer jeans, the star says she is loving Bebe. “They are my new favorite jeans! They fit me so good!” she blogs. We are loving the ripped jeans look and are happy to see them replacing leggings. Tell us: Have you traded your leggings for ripped jeans?

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She might not be launching her own eponymous line like her Hills costar Lauren Conrad, but Audrina Patridge is making a mark in the fashion world by striking a pose for Divine Rights of Denim. The reality star is the face of the line’s Spring/Summer ‘09 ads — which she also helped merchandise and style. Audrina’s ads will be hitting magazines starting in March issues, but we’re bringing you this exclusive image — just for PEOPLE.com readers. Divine Rights of Denim is already a star-favorite brand, with everyone from Audrina and Lauren to Jessica Alba having been spotted in the label. But with prices mostly under $100, the jeans are also a possibility for the non-celebs among us. Shop the line and check out other celebrities in Divine Rights of Denim at ardenb.com. Tell us: What do you think of Audrina’s ad?

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As if is being nominated for a Golden Globe wasn’t enough, the Tudors hearttrob is striking a pose for Energie Jeans, a division of Miss Sixty. The campaign features Jonathan Rhys Meyers in a variety of denim-based looks which perfectly capture the rock ‘n roll attitude of the Energie brand. Whether he is in his ornate King Henry the VII costumes on the set of The Tudors or rocking Energie jeans, we think Jonathan is nothing short of royally sexy — a perfect choice for Energie. Tell us: What do you think of Jonathan Rhys Meyers’ Energie ads?

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In honor of their 30th anniversary, Diesel has created a special “Dirty Thirty” pair of jeans. The limited-edition jeans will be available on October 10th for one day only at select Diesel stores. To say thanks to Diesel fans everywhere, the Italian denim brand is offering them for only $50 — Diesel jeans normally start at $160. The “Dirty Thirty” jeans will be available in two top selling styles: Matic for women and Heeven for men. Each pair will feature unique back pocket detailing with the xXx sign in Roman numerals to represent the anniversary along with words “Dirty Thirty.” Click here to find a participating store near you, or get the jeans online at diesel.com. Be sure to get there early — the “Dirty Thirty” jeans are available on a first-come-first-served basis and are expected to go fast.

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Heidi Klum knows what it takes to make a good pair of jeans, and she’s not afraid to shake it! “It’s very important to have a little bit of something fun on the butt,” she told PEOPLE Tuesday, shaking her derriere at an event to celebrate the launch of her fall/winter 2008 denim line, Heidi Klum by Jordache. The model and Project Runway judge wore a sheer blouse and a pair of jeans from her line — complete with “booty bling” on the back pocket — to greet fans and sign autographs at Bloomindgale’s in Manhattan on Tuesday. Working on the line, Klum learned that how a pair of jeans fits on a girl’s behind is the most important thing to consider when designing. “The first thing girls do [when putting on a pair of jeans] is turn around and look in the mirror and they look what their butts look like,” she said. “It just has to look right and as perfect as possible.” Unfortunately, her jeans were the only thing Klum wanted to talk about, playing coy when asked about recent reports that Jennifer Lopez would be the guest judge for Runway’s season finale. “Maybe,” she said with a grin. – Chris Willard

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Tim Gunn is never shy about his opinions on Project Runway — calling a dress a “pterodactyl out of a gay Jurassic Park” isn’t exactly holding back. And when PEOPLE talked to the debonair fashion expert at the Tide and Downy Total Care Launch Party, he expressed his disapproval of Katie Holmes’s recent penchant for fall’s new baggy jeans. “I have to say, Katie Holmes has become so much more sophisticated in so many ways, but I think she’s in a dip right now. I can’t explain it.” Gunn actually sees the adaptation of the new look as a move back towards her younger look, saying “She ascended from this tomboyish waif look to an incredible sexy sophisticate. We realize how much style she’s capable of. I don’t get it.” But for those of us who are digging Katie’s baggy look (also spotted on Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Aniston), Gunn does give us hope. “With the right shape, it can work very well.” – Jessica Gold Haralson

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As if a Number One album wasn’t enough for the Making the Band alums, Danity Kane has teamed up with teen retailer Dollhouse to create a special line of denim inspired by their new album Welcome to the Dollhouse  . Infusing each of their individual styles with Dollhouse’s youthful and trendy attitude, the collaboration has produced a denim collection that is meant for all body types and budgets. Expect distressed denim, hand-painted detailing on pockets and seaming, gel embroideries and novelty patterns with metal and zipper details — all retailing at $58. The line will hit Macy’s and Dollhouse.com on November 1 before expanding to other retailers. Tell us: Will you wear Danity Kane for Dollhouse?