Hathaway pixie cut: Anne Hathaway’s cropped do voted most influential hairstyle

Anne Hathaway’s pixie cut, courtesy of her role of Fantine in the acclaimed movie, “Les Misérables,” recently topped the list of the most influential onscreen haircut of all time, according to an April 18 E! News report.

In a poll taken by the Hairdressing Council of Great Britain and Universal Pictures, the Oscar winner beat out Jennifer Aniston’s loose curly do in “Along Came Polly,” and even Audrey Hepburn’s “Charade” updo.  Aniston nabbed second spot, while Hepburn scored third place.

Hathaway may have the most influential pixie cut in movie history, but that does not translate to a following among women in their fifties and older, according to New York Magazine’s The Cut.

While the trend is rocking the young crowd, including Charlize Theron, Emma Watson, Michelle Williams, Miley Cyrus, Ginnifer Goodwin and Maggie Gyllenhaal, older women “who once absolutely owned the pixie cut, are currently enduring hair that’s in that extremely awkward growing-out stage.”

Hairstylist Nunzio Saviano is shocked by the trend.  A few months ago, one of his older clients declared she was “done with her cropped hair.” 

“It was a such a shock to me,” Saviano says. “She had the perfect hair texture and face shape for the cut, but she said ‘Now that I see all of these young actresses with short hair, I can’t wear it this way. It looks good on them.”

Celebrity stylist Oscar Blandi weighed in on the ongoing trend, observing, “I can see an older woman feeling uncomfortable having the same haircut as today’s young Hollywood starlets because it can make them feel trendy, even if they have already been wearing the same style for years before the trend takes off.”

While Ellen DeGeneres rocks her cropped do with chic gusto, it is clear that young Hollywood has joined that chic, classic haircut club and is there to stay.

Lisa Rinna Housewives: Is Lisa Rinna joining Real Housewives of Beverly Hills?

Lisa Rinna is not joining Bravo’s hit franchise in Beverly Hills.  According to an April 18 E! News report, rumors that Rinna is close to inking any deal to join the cast of “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” are untrue.  Though the series is undergoing a cast change, following the exits of both Adrienne Maloof and Camille Grammer, a rep for the Bravo network told E! that there is “no truth” to the rumors that Rinna will join the cast for its fourth season.

RadarOnline has a different spin on Rinna and the Bravo franchise.  According to the online publication, Rinna is close to finalizing a deal to join the cast, and will replace Maloof.  A source told RadarOnline that the Rinna “really, really wants to join the show.”  According the source, “Producers had initially asked Lisa to become a part of the show when it first launched, but she turned it down because she decided to do her own reality show for TV Land.”

Whether or not she joins the show, Rinna is no stranger to reality television.  She had a short-lived reality television show with her husband fromer “L. A. Law” star Harry Hamlin, and has done two stints on NBC’s “Celebrity Apprentice.”

Kardashian divorce: Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries divorce settlement finalized

Kim Kardashian can now breathe a huge sigh of relief.  A Los Angeles judge has approved the reality television star’s divorce settlement with her ex-husband, NBA player Kris Humphries, according to an April 19 Associated Press report. 

While the divorce details are confidential and were not disclosed in Friday’s court hearing, the judge noted that the couple’s settlement talks spurred the court’s resolution.  The divorce will be final after both Humphries and Kardashian sign off on the decree.
A pregnant Kardashian attended the hearing with the attorney and indicated to the court that she understood the terms of the agreement.  Humphries did not attend.  He was opposed to the divorce and preferred an annulment on the grounds that the marriage was a sham designed to create ratings for Kardashian’s reality show, “Keeping Up with the Kardashians.”  The former happy couple married and filed for divorce in 2011.

Since their split, Kardashian has moved on with rapper Kanye West, with whom she is expecting a baby girl in July.  West announced the couple’s good news while performing on stage.  At the time, Kardashian was reported to be three months along.

Lauren Conrad’s top five eco-friendly beauty and fashion products celebrating Earth Day

Lauren Conrad is staying busy as April’s Guest Editor for The Trend, according to an April 18 E! News report.  In addition to sharing stylish decorating  and shopping tips, the eco-fashionista is sharing her green beauty and fashion products with readers and fans.

What better time to go green than Earth Day.  “Discovering fashion and beauty products that are eco-friendly is a win-win in my book,” writes Conrad. The beauty trendsetter opines that her “eco-chic picks will have you looking your best and getting a few good karma points, all at the same time.”

Her first pick? A $235 blue, Organic by John Patrick, crop pullover sweater.  Conrad touts the beautiful color and organic cotton fabric, noting that the brand “creates fashions that are sustainable, in turn promoting social awareness about our environment.”

Her next pick is RODIN by RECINE luxury hair oil, which retails for $65, and according to the fashionista, keeps hair “soft and shiny.”  One significant plus for natural beauty fans is that the oil is “completely chemical-free and made of essential oils derived from flowers.”
Next up is an eco hot iron cover from Conrad’s own line of sustainable travel accessories.  Retailing for $14.99, it is made from “post-consumer recycled bottle fabric.”

Fourth is every girlie girl’s favorite – pink nail polish.  Conrad recommends Butter London’s nail laquer in fruit machine.  It is reportedly made without “harmful ingredients,” and retails for $15.

Last, but not least, is a $295 bright colored scarf with abstract print by M. Patmos.  “The bright, punchy colors of this scarf make it perfect for summer.  And I love how the manufacturer uses techniques that are socially consciousness and eco-friendly,” Lauren notes.

Lauren Conrad home: Reality television star buys $3.7 million home

Lauren Conrad may have taken a break from her MTV reality television shows, but that does not mean she’s broke.  The “Hills” star recently paid $3.74 million on a new Los Angeles mansion, according to an April 18 TMZ report.

Sources close to the home purchase told TMZ that Conrad bought the 4,300 sq. ft. 6-bedroom, 5-bathroom home in the exclusive Brentwood neighborhood this week.  The home reportedly features a two-story level layout, new kitchen, huge backyard and a basketball court. 

And there’s a connection to reality television.  The home was recently remodeled by Bravo reality star and celebrity interior designer Jeff Lewis of the network’s hit “Flipping Out.”

According to the Inquisitr, Conrad purchased the home after a recent trip to India, where she rocked pink hair for the annual Holi festival.   The best-selling author kicks off her book tour for her new novel and the final installment of her Fame Game book series this summer.

Suri Cruise turns 7

Suri Cruise kept it casual for her 7^th birthday on Thursday.  The little fashionista and her mother Katie Holmes, celebrated her birthday in upstate New York, according to an April 18 E! News report.  cute in a white blouse and sweater, black skirt and black tights, Suri was nothing short of New York’s most stylist tot.  Joining the mother and daughter duo were Katie’s parents, Martin and Kathleen.

It appears that Suri got more than one birthday celebration, thanks to her parent’s divorce.  Dad Tom Cruise also planned something special for his little girl.  According to PEOPLE Magazine, Cruise told Ryan Seacrest on his KIIS-FM radio show that he had indulged in sweets for his youngest daughter’s birthday.  “Done already. All done. I take care of the kids early. You’ll know — you have to plan ahead for these things. It’s all done and all celebrated,” he said. 

While he kept details under wrap, he did mention one of Suri’s favorite treats.  “I’ll eat cake, cupcakes. I eat all that stuff!”

Nicki Minaj Idol outfit: ‘American Idol’ judge pours herself into sexy red dress

DSQUARED2 dress

Reality television star Nicki Minaj is no stranger to controversy surrounding her look.  The “American Idol” judge may have just gone a little too far this time on national television, if her fans and social media are the measuring stick. 

According to an April 18 Huffington Post report, “When the "Super Bass" singer stepped on the "Idol" stage in a skintight red number, the Twittersphere's jaw dropped.”  While the dress Minaj rocked on the April 17 episode of “American Idol” appears to be a regular Minaj number, it did feature a sexy cleavage-baring style, figure-hugging spandex and a short hem.  Nothing fans have not seen before.   

Fans reacted immediately. “American Idol” fan Hannah wrote, “I know it's bad that I was watching idol, but you should google nicki minaj's outfit on tonights show, because she looked like an idiot.”

Another fan, Tiffany was a little more blunt.  “Nicki minaj's outfit is very stripper like #idol #lapdance.”

The fact that the show airs during a time when children are watching television struck a nerve with some viewers.  Melissa Clayton tweeted, “@AmericanIdol @nickiminaj your outfit tonite was not appropriate #americanidol is a family show. Had to explain to my little boys. #ashame.”

According to UPI.com, the outfit was not Minaj’s only controversy on the show.  She continued her bickering with fellow judge Mariah Carey, and at one point, asked Carey to “Simmer down, sir.”

As for the outfit, it is similar to a sexy DSQUARED2 red cut-out fitted Scuba dress, which retails for 865.

Blake Shelton racist rant on Facebook

Blake Shelton is one of the most popular judges on the NBC hit reality television show “The Voice,” but tonight the country superstar is making headlines for a different reason; racism.  Shelton vented his frustration on racism on social media on April 18, with a rant on Facebook that included a recommendation for the perpetrator(s) to “get back on the boat.”

He wrote, “if you're on my Facebook being racist in the time line I will definitely be deleting you, just because you're black doesn't mean you can be racist against white people this is America and over here we love and accept all nationalities that's why we have a black president. So if you feel the need to be racist please get back on the boat you came off of, go back to your country and send us back someone who will appreciate the opportunities America can provide. Racisim (sic) is unacceptable no matter what color you are! I hope you got my message. Thank you[.]”

In response to multiple comments regarding his rant, Shelton clarified his original post about the “boat.”  He quipped, “People of all nationalities came to America by boat, that's why I have said the boat part on my last status. If you can't keep up, don't get in!! Subject closed[.]”

Following an overwhelming response to both posts, Shelton noted “There needs to be an app that edits what I say versus what I want to say!!!!!”

As they say in show business, all publicity is good publicity and even Shelton acknowledged this on the social media site, with a shout out to fellow country star Brad Paisley.  “Hey @BradPaisley.. Just remember ‘The more they run my name down the more my price goes up[.]’”

If his other posts are any indication, this story will play out on social media for a while and his wife Miranda Lambert may jump in with an opinion or two.

Ann Curry 'tortured': Behind the scenes on NBC's 'Today' show

Ann Curry’s departure from NBC’s “Today” show continues to play out in the news. According to an April 18 report in the New York Times, the perky former “Today” show co-host was devastated over her departure.

Revealing excerpts from reporter Brian Stelter’s book, “Top of the Morning: Inside the Cutthroat World of Morning TV,” the New York Times wrote, “Curry felt that the boys’ club atmosphere behind the scenes at “Today” undermined her from the start, and she told friends that her final months were a form of professional torture.”

Continuing his dissection of morning television, Stelter observed that Curry, who was a former NBC television fixture, is now barely seen on air. “Curry was now NBC’s “national and international correspondent” and the anchor at large for “Today,” but these titles seemed honorary,” said Stelter.

“Curry had appeared on “Today” only a handful of times since her ouster. She had no role in NBC’s coverage of election night or Inauguration Day. She taped a few stories for “Rock Center,” the prime-time newsmagazine show, but as she explained on Twitter, her bosses kept rescheduling them.”

While it has been almost a year since her ouster, the effects of Curry’s departure were immediately felt by the network. “Just one day after Curry signed off, the advantage “Today” had over its top rival, ABC’s “Good Morning America,” turned into a 600,000-viewer deficit. Millions in advertising revenue vanished.”

From claims of sexism to just blunt good old boys network, Curry’s departure was a media frenzy, blamed on her reported lack of chemistry with co-host Matt Lauer –a claim she reportedly refutes.
For Curry, all this media attention and the aftermath of her exit took its toll, according to Stelter.

He wrote, “Curry, who spent much of the past year lying low at her home in New Canaan, Conn., had not yet recovered, either. She still often woke before dawn as if she were about to go on the air. Some mornings, she cried as she read e-mail and Twitter messages from fans.”

Edward Norton baby: Edward Norton and fiancé Shauna Robertson welcome baby boy

Edward Norton and his fiancé Shauna Robertson are celebrating some great news this week.  The “Primal Fear” actor and Robertson welcomed a baby boy, according to an April 17 Us Weekly report.  A source told the publication that the new parents are “thrilled and excited for parenthood.” 

TV Guide reports that the baby’s name has not been released.   The notoriously private couple was engaged in 2011 after dating for six years, Us Weekly reports.  Norton and 38-year-old Canadian film producer Robertson have never publicly discussed their relationship. 

Norton previously dated Salma Hayek and Courtney Love, and has appeared in several movies, including “American History X,” 25th Hour,” and “The Incredible Hulk.”  He is currently working on the movie “Birdman,” costarring Emma Stone, Zach Galifianakis and Naomi Watts.  Robertson has worked on movies, including “Knocked Up,” and “Superbad.”

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Breathable nail polish: Muslim women embrace O2M manicures

According to a Feb. 26 Daily Mail report, Muslim fashionistas are breathing a sigh a relief over breathable nail polish.  Breathable nail polish is described as nail polish that “allows water vapors to pass through to the nail

Devout Muslim women are unable to wear regular nail polish because of the multiple washings that go with their daily prayers.  Poland-based Inglot Cosmetics has a the solution with its release of a new line of nail polish called O2M, which gives Muslim women the comfort of daily washings and maintaining fabulous manicures.  O2M is available in the United States at Macy’s, according to the Daily Mail.

According to ABC News, Muslim fashionistas like Zaida Salah cannot get enough of the new polish.  “It's huge,” said Saleh.  “I am excited. I feel more feminine — and I just love it.”  ABC News reports that 35-year-old Saleh has not polished her nails in a long time and could not resist immediately rushing out to scoop the new polish in several colors, including bright pink, burgundy and mauve.

The Quran does not directly address the nail polish issue, but some Islamic scholars have reportedly  said that water must touch the surface of the nail for the pre-prayer washing ritual to be done right.  In the past some Muslim women put nail polish on after finishing the last prayer of the day before going out, and had to take it off again before dawn prayers. 

“It was a big headache for me to put it on only for five days, so I didn't wear it for a long time,” said Saleh.  “This was a huge breakthrough for me. We are supposed to cover up, but nowhere does it say ‘don't be fashionable.’”

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Madonna's daughter Lourdes Leon on spring fashion trends

Madonna's daughter Lourdes Leon may be teenager, but she’s not just any teenager.  The busy teen runs a fashion clothing line with her mother and when it comes to offering fashion tips on what’s in and what’s out this season, Lourdes is not shy to give her take on what everyone should not be wearing.

According to an April 16 E! News report, the teen fashionista offered up some tips on her fashion label’s blog on what’s haute this spring.  “I feel like finally this sense of body con dresses and tube skirts has left us (praise the lord),” the 15-year-old wrote.

It appears breathing is in and bondage is out.  “I mean okay they look nice but really no one is comfortable lets be frank among friends (oooh peep my alliteration).  I think (I hope) you guys will be pleased to see that the spring 2013 collection of Material Girl incorporates more loose t-shirts and tank tops and flowy-er-y-ish-like skirts and dresses. Yay. Ugh gotta let da body BREATHE.”

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