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Quick-Change Artist: Jennifer Lopez's Versace Dresses Go Into Overtime

Posted by babu 4:09pm GMT

One would think that after being so "overexposed" in that infamous green Versace "dress" at the 2000 Grammys that Jennifer Lopez would pick a different designer for the annual event.

But the triple-threat star chose Versace again -- twice in one night -- at the most recent Grammys.

However, the metallic mini J Lo wore to a Grammy after-party (above, right) looks like it could have been hiding all along under her white Versace gown from earlier in the night.

Photos: AFP; Charley Gallay/WireImage

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Quick-Change Artist: Ciara's Tardy For The Party Look

Posted by babu 12:20pm GMT

Ciara is used to hearing applause, but photographers booed her for being 40 minutes late to the Givenchy show during Paris' Couture Fashion Week on January 26.

The singer made a quick recovery after a quick-change from her leather mini skirt into Givenchy's Fall 2009 silver harem pants (Why platinum adult diapers? we have no clue) to make amends to the designer at the show's after-party.

Thank goodness designer Riccardo Tisci is such a gracious host and the singer did not end up with one of the black eyes his models sported on the runway earlier that day.

Photos: Eric Ryan/Getty; Dominique Charriau/WireImage

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Stars Get "Hip" at the 2010 Screen Actors Guild Awards

Posted by babu 11:02am GMT

Usually, women try to play down their hips. But it seems Hollywood has finally embraced feminine curves, and stars deliberately played them up at last night's 2010 Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards with strategically placed brooches and gown details.

Bold shoulders were a surprise trend this year, but Marion Cotillard's Elie Saab couture gown design emphasized hips instead. Other stars, like Mariah Carey, "The Closer" star Kyra Sedgwick and "An Education" film actress Carey Mulligan used diamond pins to call attention to hips and whittled waists.

But it was Kate Hudson's white-hot bejeweled Pucci design with hip embellishment that burned up the red carpet and showed off her every curve.

Photos (left to right): Frazer Harrison/Getty; Steve Granitz/WireImage; Frazer Harrison/Getty; Frazer Harrison/Getty; Steve Granitz/WireImage; Jeffrey Mayer/WireImage

Posted in: 2010 sag awards, carey mulligan, elie saab, kate hudson style, kyra sedgwick, mariah carey, marion cotillard, pucci, red carpet fashion, red carpet recap, sag awards
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Quick-Change Artist: Mariah Carey Has Fool's Gold

Posted by babu 12:11pm GMT

I will totally give props to Mariah Carey for going all out in true Diva style by enlisting a personal tutu valet to help her make a quick change on stage mid-song at the Hard Rock in Hollywood, Florida, last night.

But sadly, the gold dress Mariah's manservant revealed to the world is best kept under wraps — preferably under yards and yards — and yards — of tacky tulle. Mimi may love a good mini, but this one looks like a pageant dress that got caught in a food processor.

Photos: Alexander Tamargo/Getty

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Haute Dresses at the 2010 Palm Springs Film Festival

Posted by babu 2:29pm GMT

Who knew the desert could produce such gorgeous fashion flowers? At the recent 2010 Palm Springs International Film Festival, stars turned up the heat on the red carpet in stunning gowns.

Mariah Carey revealed a longer version of the popular Herve Leger bandage dress, while Marion Cotillard keeps the one-shoulder dress trend going strong in an Elie Saab look.

Eva La Rue may stand out from darker dresses in a floaty floral number, but Helen Mirren and Michelle Pfeiffer prove you can never go wrong with a classic LBD, long or short.

Photos (left to right): Steve Granitz/WireImage; Michael Buckner/Getty

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Quick-Change Artist: Mariah Carey Goes Grunge to Glam

Posted by babu 7:40am GMT

While Mariah Carey went through a dramatic transformation for her appearance in the hit film "Precious," she also make a major makeover after a quick-change on the red carpet at the Capri Hollywood Film Festival in Italy yesterday.

While the superstar singer (turned acclaimed actress now) showed up at the film event in what looked like long-johns, she returned to the red carpet hours later looking like her diva-self in a red, sequin, floor-grazing gown to accept the Capri Award for Supporting Actress of the Year 2009.

Photos: Venturelli/WireImage

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Celebrity Misfit: Mariah Carey’s Jacket Comes Up Short

Posted by babu 12:06am GMT

Singer (and now, legitimate actress) Mariah Carey helped turn on the holiday lights at a shopping center in London on November 19, but her choice of outfit may get her a lump of coal in her stocking come December.

Oh, Mariah, your acting career is back on track with your highly praised role in the film “Precious.” But sadly, there are only bad reviews for your mini sweater. And, is that a spandex catsuit? Mimi, let’s leave that look for Amber Rose.

See over 100 pics of Mariah Carey on the red carpet now!

Photo: Gareth Cattermole/Getty

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This Week's Fab Five

Posted by babu 4:36pm GMT

This week was all about...coming out on top. And the winners are...

Mariah Carey in a black Zac Posen gown at the "Precious" screening in Los Angeles. Previously seen on Kate Winslet, the unique cleavage cut and body-hugging shape offer a playful take on this otherwise basic halter dress.

Leighton Meester wearing a floral, brush-painted Prabal Gurung sheath at the 2009 Library Lions Benefit. The oversize flower made from the dress' material is so powerful that it manages to steal the spotlight away from Leighton's exquisite hair and makeup.

Beyonce sparkling in an Atelier Versace fishtail gown at the 2009 MTV Europe Music Awards. Out of all of the Versace gowns I've seen on the red carpet lately, this one has to be my favorite. The intricacy and intensity of this dress (complete with geometric bead detailing, allover shimmer, and a fresh take on the modern-day corset), make it hard to look away.

Eva Mendes rocking a multicolored Chris Benz dress at "The Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans" premiere in Los Angeles. Now this is one girl who knows how to have fun. The usually conservative actress kills it in a plunging sequined bodice that proves colored glitter is not longer just for kids. She gets bonus points for choosing a dress without pockets.

Katy Perry working a nude-colored Marchesa gown at the 2009 MTV Europe Music Awards. Just when you think this fearless fashionista has lost it, she goes and finds it (and then some) in something absolutely stunning. The floral lace detailing on this gown (also present on a style worn previously by Blake Lively) is almost enough to distract the eye from the perky push-up and whimsical cross-layering of fabric throughout.

Check out more sensational celebrity styles in my Fab Five Looks of the Week lookbook.

Photos (left to right): Jason Merritt/Getty Images; Mark Von Holden/WireImage; Kevin Mazur/WireImage; Steve Granitz/WireImage; Ian Gavan/Getty Images

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