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Apr 08 2010 06:35 PM ET

Adam Lambert On His Style: ‘I Take It As Far As I Can’

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You can’t miss Adam Lambert in a crowd, so what’s the secret to his standout style? “More is more,” he reveals in a new video for Fashionair.com taken at his photo shoot for Paper magazine’s “Beautiful People 2010″ issue. “I think glam is as much an attitude as it is an aesthetic,” he says, sporting a layered jacket by Bisson (that he describes as, “turtle neckalicious,”) jeans and boots by Diesel, and a shirt from All Saints. “Not taking yourself too seriously and getting to really overdo it at times.” And with Lambert guest mentoring on American Idol next week, expect nothing less than an over-the-top mix of major statement pieces. “When I put together my own things, I just put as many rings and as many necklaces on as possible–I don’t really stop, I take it as far as I can take it,” he says. For more from Lambert, and to watch the behind-the-scenes video from his photo shoot, check out fashionair.com. Tell us: What do you think of Adam’s style?–David Yi

Mar 24 2010 01:30 PM ET

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American Idol Stylist “Taking Steps, Not Leaps” With Current Contestants’ Styles

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Other than breakout musical talent and Simon Cowell’s acid-tongued comments, if there’s one thing American Idol is known for, it’s the dramatic makeovers that have created fashion icons out of the likes of Carrie Underwood and Adam Lambert. But don’t expect the transformations from aspiring small-town singers to glammed-up international sensations to happen overnight, says Soyon An, stylist for the series’ current ninth season. “We’re taking steps, not leaps,” she tells PEOPLE. To get more details on how An keeps country girl Didi Benami’s look fresh, her vision for young, wide-eyed Katie Stevens, and how she’s even training one contestant to walk in heels, go to TV Watch. Tell us: Which current contestant’s style is your favorite?

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Jul 16 2007 04:45 PM ET

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Katharine McPhee’s Test-Run Tattoo

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Have you ever thought about getting a tattoo but just weren’t sure about what to get or how much you’d like when on? Katharine McPhee told PEOPLE at the premiere of I Now Pronounce You Larry and Chuck that she’s been wanting a tattoo but decided to do a test run with a henna design first! The singer confesses, “I’ve been wanting a tattoo. I think sometimes they can be sexy. I went to India Town yesterday, [and] I went to the Hollywood Salon. So I just got some Henna and I love it!” But don’t hold your breath for her to get inked up anytime soon. The soon-to-be-actress may just keep the impermanent style for a little while longer. As Katharine told PEOPLE, “Maybe I’ll just keep doing Henna for a while and see if I like it.” Sounds like a plan to us! Tell us: Have you tried out henna or fake tattoos before getting the real thing?

Like Katharine’s Nieves Lavi dress? Get it for yourself at pinkmascara.com, $374.

May 23 2007 04:45 PM ET

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The Inside Scoop on Jordin Sparks’s Finale Dresses!

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Going from average high school student to America’s singing sweetheart requires a certain wardrobe adjustment. So you may have noticed when Jordin Sparks, who wore an affordable dress on last week’s American Idol, stepped it up last night in a custom-made designer frock by Badgley Mischka. Longtime fans of the show, Mark Badgley and James Mischka honed in on Jordin early on. Badgley tells PEOPLE, “We kept thinking, ‘That’s a beautiful young girl; she would look amazing in our clothes.’ ” So when Jordin made it to the top two with Blake Lewis, they jumped on creating her finale wardrobe. Mischka says of Jordin: “She’s absolutely amazing and such a talent. She’s only 17 years old, but we wanted her to look glamorous and feminine.” Judging by the dazzling black dress she wore when she brought the house down singing “This Is My Now,” they’re already on target. Don’t miss tonight’s show to see Jordin’s next Badgley Mischka creation — and to find out if she is going to be the next American Idol!

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May 21 2007 12:30 PM ET

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Get Jordin Sparks’s Affordable And Chic Dress!

Seventeen-year old Jordin Sparks has a 50/50 shot at being the next American Idol, but she hasn’t let the fame go to her head — or wardrobe! We spotted her in this beautiful and reasonably priced Hot Kiss dress as she sang her way into the final two. The colors and flow of the chiffon make it so feminine, and the braided belt is a nice and unexpected touch. It’s also a great transition from day to night as the weather becomes warmer. Get yours today at windsorstore.com for $55.

Check out our American Idol Blog for everything you want to know about the show!

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May 18 2007 01:00 PM ET

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What Do You Think of Kellie Pickler’s New Cut?

After seeing Kellie Pickler’s new asymetrical bob this week, we couldn’t help but wonder if the blonde was just trying to distract from the controversy surrounding her, uh, inflated assets. But at the 42nd Annual Academy of Country Music Awards, Kellie set us straight. The Season 5 American Idol finalist told PEOPLE, “Yes, it is new! I just wanted a change. I don’t believe in the saying ‘if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it’ because there is always room for improvement! That’s my motto.” So, tell us: Do you think Kellie’s new do is an improvement? What do you think is her best look?

Check out our What’s Her Best Look Gallery to vote on more celeb transformations.

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May 10 2007 04:45 PM ET

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Get the Look: Blake Lewis’s Tuxedo T-Shirt

This American Idol finalist is not only making headlines with his voice. First his devoted fans designed t-shirts, buttons and hats to show heir support, then he got America talking about his new hair color. Last night, maybe in an attempt to keep up the new hipster image, Blake hit the stage in an ironic tuxedo printed t-shirt. We must admit that we like the quirkiness of the look so we found similar ones for all you Blake fans out there. Check out this classic black one, $15, at amazon.com and for more colors, styles and even women’s and kid’s check out tuxedotshirt.com — they are even making a whole line of wedding dress t-shirts for brides!

Check out more on Blake and every thing Idol at our blog!

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