“If It Ain’t Broke..” Doesn’t Apply To Fashion

May 21, 2010 | Britney, For Actors, General, Holey Moley, Modern Family, Sweeney, Uncategorized, What Not to Wear | No Comments

The other night I was watching the brill TV comedy Modern Family. My favorite character, Gloria, a really hot Columbian, had the following exchange with her husband that I felt compelled to share:

Jay (chubby hubby): “Where’s my good underwear?”

Gloria (caliente wife): “The question is, why isn’t all your underwear good, Jay?

Hilarious? Yes. At least in my comedic book. And like a lot of good comedy, it’s funny because it’s true.

How many of us have clothes in our wardrobe that have holes, stains, rips, pants that need to be hemmed, pants that we “hemmed” with scissors because we were too lazy to take them to a tailor? Honestly. (Don’t lie. I’ve seen you out and about.)

Having stained underwear’s bad enough to begin with. Wearing said clothing is even worse.

Hello Britney.

One thing I stress with my clients is that dressing well and looking great doesn’t have to be a chore! It can be really easy and, dare I say, FUN.

Dressing only becomes a chore when you have to weed through a plethora of crap to get to the “good stuff.”

However.

If you only have good clothes to choose from in the first place you virtually eliminate the possibility of looking like crap.

I’ve seen this first hand with my boyfriend, Sweeney. I’ve affectionately told him several times that, initially, he was the “poorest dresser I’ve ever met.” He’s a great sport and didn’t mind. I still did. Take a look:

Luckily for him, his girlfriend’s a stylist. So, one haircut and trip to the Barneys Warehouse Sale later, voila:

Interestingly enough, his transformation itself wasn’t the most surprising to me. Instead, what I did find really surprising was how quickly he adapted to looking stylish and put together.

Why? Together we eliminated unflattering, ill fitting, holey clothing from his wardrobe and replaced it with tailored, stain free clothing he loved.

And guess what? Now, I can’t even get him to wear his older clothes. I’ve asked him why, for instance, he stopped wearing his formerly beloved black faded jeans without my begrudging him to do so. He said that now that he has such great clothes to choose from, he’s aware of what feels great, which no longer includes said faded black jeans.

Here’s the deal:

Taste is subjective. Having an ill fitting, holey, stained piece of clothing is not.

I urge you to go to your closet right now and purge any piece of clothing that is “past it’s prime.” You know what I’m talkin’ about.

And YES, this does include your baggy ensemble you reserve for “I’m feeling fat and bloated” days. Part of me can sympathize, but NO.

Wearing baggy, stained, dumpy clothes will only contribute to you feeling more dumpy.

Nevermind looking lumpy.

Start treating yourself with the respect you deserve!! Make it your mission today to only hang on to clothes in immaculate, wearable condition. Purge anything you second guess and doesn’t make you feel fabulous.

At the very least, your boyfriend (or girlfriend), will thank you for it.

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Wife Beaters Aren’t Sexy

May 3, 2010 | Uncategorized | 4 Comments

Summer’s fast approaching, which means the sad re-emergence of my least favorite guy trend:

Wife Beaters.

The name of this piece of “clothing” alone is deterrent enough for me to not wanna get near one, let alone wear one.

I’m half WASP. Semantics are important to me.

I mean, why would someone wanna wear something named after a redneck ?

Harsh? Perhaps. Politically incorrect? Sure.

Welcome to my blog.

But in my book Wife Beaters, as a noun and adjective, are just WRONG.

Here are my four fave Wife Beater definitions, courtesy of my favorite authoritative source:

urbandictionary.com

Wife Beater:

1. A form-fitting, white-ribbed undershirt (key word) worn by men. Looks good on well-built fellas, pathetic on skinny fellas, and disgusting on fat beer bellied fellas.
2. A tank top or sleeveless muscle shirt. Most excellent for showing off a dude’s pecs, shoulders, arms, underarms, armpit hair, and natural B.O.
3. A very tight, white tank top. This style of shirt is usually found on overweight guys hailing from the trailer courts.
4. The TV show “Cops” had a lot to do with the creation of this word. Every time they showed a guy getting arrested for beating up his wife he was wearing one of those sleeveless undershirts.

The title of this post, coupled with urban dictionary’s brilliant definition, pretty much sums it up.

For those skeptics out there, here are some more flattering pics:

Guest blogger and fellow fashionista April Brooks made the following astute observation about this frequent fashion mishap:

“Wife Beaters are the equivalent of women simultaneously wearing mini skirts and showing cleavage. Yes, you’ll get attention but is it really the kind of attention you want?”

If you’re a fan of Speidi (in which case please seek professional help), your answer may be yes.

Bad, good, it may all be one in the same to you. Attention is attention. Case in point:

Attention starved? My suggestion: Leave the mask at home. Get a dog instead. Worked for me.

But I digress. Back to WIFE BEATERS. Yay!

Like all rules, there are some exceptions.

Here are three:

As shown, “exceptions” tend to come in the form of ripped black rappers and movie star actors.

Which most people are not.

Most fashion mishaps are created because people erroneously think they are the exception, not the rule.

Like this guy:

Uggggh.

I know that loads of average dudes will (and do) continue to wear wife beaters and mistakenly think it a) makes them look hot and b) will help them get laid.

Um. Again, for the 99% of guys out there that don’t look like Will Smith. NO.

Will Smith                              Drew Carey (aka “Average Guy”)

Stubborn guys will insist on wearing what they want, much to the shagrin of their girlfriend’s sage advice. So, for you adamant dudes out there insistent on donning a Wife Beater, do us ladies a favor and, please, abide by these guidelines, compiled courtesy of guest blogger and fashion superstar (not to mention one of my favorite gals on the planet) April Brooks:

**Disclaimer: Wife Beaters are not for amateurs. Like cutting your own hair, Wife Beaters are dangerous territory. if you are even contemplating donning a wife beater you should first ask the advice of the lady in your life (i.e. sister or significant other). If you do not have a fashion savy lady who is willing to be brutally honest with you, then use the following guidelines to determine if you are Wife Beater material:

1. Do not accesorize your Wife Beater. NO JEWELRY. By jewelry I mean chains, medallions, and sideways baseball caps.
2. Make sure you’re well groomed. Especially your hair. Overly hairy? Forgo the Wife Beater.
3. You must be in really good shape. Specifically, your upper body must be flawless (Think Ed Norton in American History X, Brad Pitt in Fight Club and Will Smith in Ali). Must have the following ripped and visible muscles: Pecs, abs, shoulders, biceps and lats. No excess body fat and no excess scrawniness (i.e. Keith Richards).
4. If you fit above description, Wife Beaters are acceptable to wear in public only if you’re a) going to the gym or b) doing a manly chore for ME (aka the sassy woman in your life).
5. Acceptable manly chores include: Washing my car, changing my oil, assembling a piece of furniture for me, helping me move, and mowing my lawn.
6. If Wife Beater is dirty it has to be from doing a manly chore (see above list)
7. Absolutely no stains, holes, rips or tears (This rule holds true for every article of clothing in your wardrobe)
8. Only wear black, grey or white Wife Beaters. No logos, no patterns, no other colors. Simple.
9. When the Wife Beater comes off it should be for a hot, sexy shower. Preferably with me. After you’ve done a manly chore for moi.
10. As a general rule of thumb, if you have any doubts about wearing a Wife Beater follow your instincts: DON’T

April Brooks is a self-professed sassy Elle Woods with a southern drawl. A former pageant queen who can “teach you all the manners your mama forgot,” April is a 7^th generation southern belle. April holds a BS in Fashion Merchandising from the University of Georgia. She’s hosted live fashion shows across the United States in Dallas, Atlanta, Chicago and Las Vegas. Favorite gigs include Reese Witherspoon’s stand in Sweet Home Alabama. Ms. Brooks currently lives in Los Angeles. Learn more at www.aprilinhollywood.blogspot.com

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Hung Up on Madge

April 29, 2010 | Uncategorized | 4 Comments

“There are no short cuts to being Madonna” -Madonna

Madonna. 80’s, 90’s and Today. Looks may change, but poses remain the same.

Last night I was snuggling my dog Keith Richards (yes, that is his real name) while watching “The Power of Madonna” Glee episode for the third time this week.

**Not so shameless plug: I, along with a million odd other Gleek hopefuls, virtually auditioned for Glee this past weekend. You can no longer give me a public gold star but you can still silently judge my singing pipes here: http://bit.ly/cQiQfm

I, for one, can’t get enough of Madonna and her freakish arms.

I’m obviously not alone here.

The woman’s been an international superstar for three decades and counting.

Why?

Besides having genius business acumen, here’s one hypothesis:

Madonna’s not afraid to be a bitch.

To quote Madonna and Sue Sylvester (Jane Lynch’s brilliant Glee character):

“I’m tough, ambitious, and I know exactly what I want.

If that makes me a bitch, okay.”

To which I say, “OK! Be a biatch!”

**For the record: I don’t find women with a “take no prisoners” attitude who go balls to the wall (my own expression) after what they want bitchy. I, along with a lot of dudes, find them HOT.

Case in point:

Jane Lynch as Head Cheerleading Coach Sue Sylvester on “Glee”

Pourquoi?

Fearlessness=Uber Hotness

Another way to look at it, Madge style:

“Sometimes you have to be a bitch to get things done.”

Madonna should know.

This is a woman who, at the ripe age of nineteen, moved to NYC with 35 buckaroos in her pocket.

Cut to thirty years later.

Madge’s albums have sold over 200 million copies, her concerts have grossed over 1 billion in revenue and she currently reigns over a 350 million dollar empire.

Not to mention an epic clothes collection and sprawling English estate that I wanna steal:

I admire Madonna’s candor.  Whether she’s mocking some sad American couples heinous couch on The Marriage Ref or touching herself onstage, when it comes to “putting yourself out there,” Madonna’s one not to be usurped.

Who, other than Madonna, could you imagine publicly declaring, “I won’t be happy until I’m as famous as God” ?

Outlandish? Yep.

Here’s what I find even more outlandish:

Madonna has actually achieved God-like fame.

Who hasn’t heard of Madonna?

What separates Madonna’s reign as the Ultimate Queen of Pop from other “colleagues?”

Madonna and Cyndi Lauper

My take? Besides bitchiness, it comes down to balls.

Yep, you read that right.

Can you think of a ballsier woman than Madonna?

No one puts it all out there quite like Madge.

After all, this is a woman who wrote a book called SEX in 1992 and publicly announced, “When I get down on my knees, it is not to pray.”

Nowadays, Madonna may be hardcore into Kabbalah and, again, have “crazy arms” (to quote Tina Fey), but she’s irrefutably taught us tons of sh*t.

Couldn’t resist another pic of Madonna’s arms.

Such as:

1. “Music makes the people come together” (YE-AH)
2. Women can have it all: A black baby from Malawi, a pseudo English accent and the bod of an Olympic athlete at 52.
3. There’s only one person who wear a cone bra and make it look sexy: Madonna.

But seriously, on a more serious note (cuz this is a serious blog), other than having the work ethic of an NFL athlete, if you wanna rule the world Madonna-style follow these three rules. They worked for Madonna.That should be reason enough they’d work for you too:

1. Be completely transparent. Unless you’ve been living under a rock I’m sure you’ve noted that Madonna’s note afraid to offend anyone. She’s masturbated on stage in the ’80’s for crying out loud. While I don’t suggest public masturbation, if you wanna be uber successful the days of hiding and BSing are O.V.E.R.  You wanna be a public figure? Guess what? You’re life’s gotta be public.
2. Be a machine. Looking for short cuts is tempting but, in reality, a complete waste of time. Even in today’s technologically driven era, ultimately “it’s all about hard work” and hustle. Madonna works out an average of 2-3 hours a day. Main conclusion here: “There is no easy way. If you want to know how I look like I do, it’s diet and exercise and constantly being careful.”
3. Be unapologetic. Adopt a “take no prisoners” attitude. Madonna’s honest and direct about what she wants and then goes after it like a motherf*cker. There is no “NO” in Madonna’s book.

All in all, when in doubt take a WWMD moment.

Ask yourself, What Would Madonna Do?

What’s the worst that could happen? You build your own 350 million empire?

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Runway2Reality : Five Wearable Spring Trends

April 12, 2010 | Uncategorized | 2 Comments

How can you successfully translate a runway look to a street look?

(To specify: Am referring to an “everyday” look, not “hookerville” look)

It’s easier than you might think.

I’ve found two things to be helpful:

1. Knowing where to shop                                                                     (sounds easy enough, but a lot of peeps are clueless)
2. Knowing what specific looks and designers to look out for

Some looks (a la John Galliano per exemple) aren’t easily translatable.

Take a look:

While other designers, a la Diane von Furstenberg, tend to be more “user friendly:”

To help break it down for you, I’ve compiled a list of five trends I love and designer pieces that rocked it.

Regardless of your clothing size, these are trends that you can incorporate into your wardrobe today!

As always, if you have any questions or want any specific recs email me: catherine@catherinecollinsinc.com

Enjoy!

1. The Tribal Dress. I’m a big fan of Pocahontas (the Disney movie) and anything eclectic that evokes a “tribal” image. Here are my three fave tribal inspired dresses this spring. I’m particularly obsessed with Diane von Furstenberg’s beaded dress below. Who says fashion isn’t a art? I’d rather have this dress hanging on my wall than a Roy Lichenstein print.

My pics:

Investment Piece                          Moderate            Tots Affordable

Info:

Dress A: Beaded tribal cotton-blend by Diane von Furstenberg. $745@Bergdorf Goodman, New York.

Dress B: Silk “tainted-love tribal-print dress” by Nanette Lepore. Currently on sale for $253@bergdorfgoodman.com

Dress C: Zebr-print cotton dress by Michael by Michael Kors. Available in black and grey for $139@michaelkors.com

1. Polka-dots. I’ve been a huge fan of polkadots since I was introduced to Minnie Mouse (aka age five). So, I was quite ecstatic when polka-dots made a splash on the runway this spring. They’re a youthful, playful, and flirty print that can vamp up any look, on any figure.

My pics:

Pear Shaped Figure Wardrobe Staple   Petite Figure   “Ladies Who Lunch”

Cocktail Hour

Info:

Look A: “Erin breakers” polka dot shirt dress by Lauren by Ralph Lauren. Available in sizes 4-16 for $130@bloomingdales.com

Look B: Dotted denim jacket by Rebecca Taylor. Available in sizes 0-12 for $325@net-a-porter.com

Look C: “Jordana” polka dot dress by Alice+Olivia. $396@bloomingdales.com

Look D: “Reina” silk polka dot dress by Kate Spade. $396@net-a-porter.com

Look E: “Dot-Print Three-Quarter Sleeve Dress” by DKNY. Available in sizes 2-14 for $245@bloomingdales.com

1. Bustiers. I’m a romantic and total cheerleader of donning anything reminiscent of a Jane Austen novel. Hola bustiers! It’s a great compromise between a fitted strapless top and a corset. Au contraire to the title, you don’t have to be busty to rock a bustier. Celebs (voluptuous and size A alike) have been rockin’ the bustier look on the red carpet this season. No reason you can’t too!

My pics:

Daredevil /Splurge                                         WASP/Conservative

Info:

Look A: Silk-satin bustier top avec tulle and lace embroidery by Alexander McQueen. $1995@net-a-porter.com. For a sophisticated look, pair with a black pencil skirt that hits below the knee (try Theory). For a more playful look, pair with a full, black ballerina skirt that hits above the knee (try See by Chloe). Feeling extra daring? Add a thin patent leather belt!

Look B: Combine the look of two trends (bustier and polka dots) for the price of one! Cream cotton bustier top with embroidered polkadots by Rebecca Taylor. In sizes 2-14 for $215@net-a-porter.com.

1. White Tuxedo Jacket. The new “black jacket,” the white tuxedo blazer is a fabulous, timeless investment piece you’ll wear for years to come, regardless of the current trend. If you do wanna look trendy, I love the look of mixing masculine and feminine pieces. One great way to achieve this look is to pair a white tuxedo jacket over a multi-print mini with white oxfords. Initially made popular by the one and only Kate Moss, a white tuxedo jacket evokes effortless cool. This piece is incredibly versatile, and can easily transition you from a chic day look to uber glam night look.

My pics:

The Rockstar             The CEO                     The Prepster          ..and Kate Moss

Info:

Look A: White stretch-cotton tuxedo jacket by McQ by Alexander McQueen. $500. Available@net-a-porter.com (My personal fave:).

Look B: White polyester tuxedo blazer by Elizabeth and James. $395. Available@shopbop.com

Look C: White polyester “Fiance Blazer” by Bop Basics. $198. Available@shopbop.com

Look D: She’s not called a “style icon” for nada. Kate Moss rockin’ a white tuxedo jacket in Paris this winter. Proof that this is a piece you can truly wear all year round.

1. Multi-Prints/Multi-Colors. If you’re a) not a fan of the kitsch or “matchy-matchy” look or b) have difficulty matching clothes, this is your season baby! Multi-prints are huuuge this season. If you’re drawn to retro, eclectic looks like I am this spring’s hit multi-print dress is for you! Don’t hesitate to mix a striped sweater with a floral print dress. This season, mixing is in vogue.

My pics:

The Classic            Ballerina Hippie    Boho Elegance     Greenwich Village Hipster

The Romantic                The Flirt         Cowgirl Chic           Edgy Sophisticate

Info:

Look A (The Classic): “Tri-color lace dress” by Milly. I’m obsessed with this dress. Love the color/fabric contrast and it’s timelessness factor. A fabulous, classic transitional piece that will take you from the office to cocktail hour. Available in sizes 0-12 for $360@net-a-porter.com

Look B (Ballerina Hippie): “Ukita Patchwork Skirt” with welt front pockets by Marc by Marc Jacobs. Available in sizes 2-10 for $328@shopbop.com

Look C (Boho Elegance). “Printed silk dress” by one of my favorite designers, Anna Sui. 100% silk. Available in sizes 0-12 for $475@net-a-porter.com. This dress is definitely an investment, but one you won’t regret. The empire waist and loose fitting skirt make this dress uber flattering on fuller figures. NOTE: If you’re trying to hide a bit of tummy flab, a dress like this is a great solution. Use this dress as a template of what to look for: The empire waist accentuates your boobs and your waist where it’s smallest, and the full mutli-layered, multi-colored skirt distracts from any “mid area” problems.

Look D (Greenwich Village Hipster): “Maize sweater” by Marc by Marc Jacobs. $228@shopbop.com. For a really mismatched look, pair with a multi colored short skirt. For a more streamlined, every day look pair with skinny jeans and white oxford shoes.

Look E (The Romantic): “Drifting Blossoms print silk shirt;” colarless with three quarter length sleeves by Rebecca Taylor. Available in sizes 0-12 for $295 on net-a-porter.com. NOTE: This shirt has a layered bottom which is loong (aka hits below the bumb and below the crotch area…yes I really just said ‘crotch’) and ties at the waist. Because of the length, this shirt is ideal for long legged women (it will help to elongate your torso). Also an ideal choice for hiding any “extra tummy.” Pair with a white tuxedo blazer.

Look F (The Flirt): “Tribal Colorblock Dress” by Catherine Malandrino. $225@shopbop.com. NOTE: This dress is very form fitting and short. As such, I’d recommend it for svelte, small figures (sizes 0-4/6) with more of a boyish figure (i.e. very leggy, no boobs). There’s really no wear to hide in this dress!

Look E (Cowgirl Chic): “Diamond Denim Jacket” by Marc by Marc Jacobs (big fan as you can tell:). $298@shopbop.com. This jacket has a very vintage, Western feel that I love. You could wear it on a ranch in Wyoming or towing around NYC. Country or cosmopolitan, you’d still look really cool. Such is the joy of Marc Jacobs.

Look F (Edgy Sophisticate): “Printed Jersey Dress” by BCBG. Made from wrinkle-resistant jersey, which make this dress suprisingly travel friendly! An edgy, color take on a very classic silhouette. $148@bloomingdales.com

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Ten Trends to Avoid

April 4, 2010 | Uncategorized | 7 Comments

Just because it’s a trend doesn’t mean you should be wearing it.

Case in point:

Blindly following trends in an effort to look “hip” and “in vogue” often backfires and is the cause of a shit ton of fashion calamities.

To recap: A “hot on the runway” look does not necessarily translate into a “hot on the street” look.

For example, last spring yellow was a big trend. Why? You got me. I, for one, can’t think of anyone I know who looks great in yellow. I can’t even imagine myself pushing a yellow accessory on a client. Yellow shoes anyone? What about a yellow bag? Ugh. Granted, there are always exceptions. Michelle Williams’ yellow Vera Wang Oscar dress from ‘06 is one of my all time fave red carpet moments.

But I digress.

Like runway shows, red carpets are often great to watch for inspiration. Where lots of peeps fall victim (my younger self included) is in thinking that by mimicking the look of your fave celeb you’ll look cool.

Reality check: More often than not, you won’t.

And so what? Most celebs don’t look half as cool as they may think they do.

But let’s cut right to it. In an effort to help you not fall victim to bad fashion I’ve compiled a list of my current top ten least favorite trends.

Take a look:

1. Wearing Leggings as Pants.  Anyone that knows me on any level is aware that this my numero uno fashion pet peeve. I keep waiting for this horrific trend to go away. Alas, it keeps getting worse. Now American Apparel has come out with latex-esque leggings. Why? Vying for a spot on HBO’s Real Sex? Uuuugh. Unless you’re in ballet or movement class, do us all a favor: don’t wear leggings as substitutes for pants in public. Of all the peeps I know there are three that can get away with this look. And out of those three two are models and one’s a fitness guru. So for us non-models, here’s a reality check: Leggings are not pants! Leggings under a dress? Fine. As a replacement for JBrands? NO.

Lilo, leading the pact. Sienna apparently forgot her knickers. For realz? Need more proof?

1. Side Braids. Last time I checked, you weren’t appearing as Laura Ingalls Wilder in Little House on the Prairie, or auditioning to play Pippi Longstocking. You’re not twelve right? Don’t side braid.

Nicole Richie’s rocked a lot of looks. Just not this one. We all love Rachel McAdams; myself included. She looks gorgeous here, but with the one shoulder neckline her side braid distracts from the dress. I’d prefer to see all her hair in an updo.

1. Hot Pants. Again. There may be 2% (and I’m being generous) of women out there that can rock this look. Kate Moss being one of them. For the rest of us (myself included), opt for traditional “below your butt cheeks/above your knee” shorts.

Runway                                                           Kate Moss                                  Reality. TMI.

1. Underwear as Outerwear. If anyone’s looking at you wondering if you forgot to get dressed in actual clothes before leaving house this morning, something ain’t right in my book. Let’s save the “lingerie look” for the actual boudoir.

Would you be comfortable leaving the house in one of these looks?

1. Matching Denim. There can be “too much of a good thing.” I love jeans, just not coupled with a matching jean jacket. Or denim shirt. It’s overkill.
2. 

Do you think this looks hot?

1. Jumpsuits. I have never seen a sexy jumpsuit. Ok, maybe on Halle Berry in Catwoman. But for reals. Have you? I find this look to be totally unflattering. On the runway this spring many designers were “shaking it up” (or so they thought) by creating “evening jumpsuits.” Some nutball fashion reporter even equated sequined covered jumpsuits as a “striking alternative to a traditional evening dress.” WTF? Um, NO. There is no “striking alternative” to a “traditional evening dress.” Don’t go knockin’ tradition. Tradition can be highly underrated. Especially in fashion. Check it:

1. The “Sans Bra” Look. Like “we can see your nips and apparently it’s freezing outside” ouvertly sexual look. Guys will fight me on this one. But if someone’s looking at you thinking, “You should be wearing a bra….” Guess what? Chances are, you should be wearing a bra! Particularly in a professional setting. Going au natural may not make you uncomfortable, but there’s a high probability others will be uncomfortable. (Trust me, I’ve been there. It was called “being seventeen.” Mr. Barnes, my former French teacher, can vouche.)

1. Shirts with Slogans. Jesus may indeed be your “homeboy,” but there’s no need to announce that on a t shirt. It may serve as an interesting conversation starter, but you’re not that desperate for attention, right? Alternative: Try pairing a vintage rocker t shirt (Zeppelin, the Stones, Jimi Hendrix) under a tuxedo blazer for a sharp, edgy look.

LOVE. Kate wearing a Zeppelin T.                       TMI.                                    Bad.                                   OMG.

1. Leisure Suits. Leisure suits were a big fad in the ’70’s and, unfortunately, resurfaced on the runways this spring. Frequently associated with “clueless dressing,” why this fashion disaster has made a comeback is a complete mystery to me. I don’t think this look does anything for a woman’s figure. Take a look. Flattering, huh?

1. Genie Pants. Another trend that dominated the spring runways this year for reasons I will never understand. They’re aptly named. These pants could easily make an appearance in Aladdin. Just not much else. Take a look:

1. Epaulettes. Lady Gaga can get away with wearing horns on her shoulders. The rest of us non divas? Not so much. Unless the look you’re vying for is “extra from Star Trek.”

What do you think?

Any “bad trends” I mentioned that you disagree with?

What are your least favorite trends?

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