BEYONCE + H&M

 "I've always liked H&M's focus on fun affordable fashion. I really loved the concept we collaborated on to explore the different emotions of women represented by the four elements - fire, water, earth and wind…" - Beyoncé Photo by Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin.

It looks like the rumor and speculation regarding Beyoncé’s collaboration with H&M is true! The singer will appear as the face of the Swedish retailer this Summer and, like Madonna before her, gave H&M "personal input on the pieces seen in the campaign"—so sayeth an H&M rep. This begs the question, is Beyoncé, like Madonna before her, and like her counterparts Rihanna, Gwen Stefani, Victoria Beckham, et al, prepping for the launch of her own line of clothing? *  

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BEYONCE'S SUPERBOWL OUTFIT BY RUBIN SINGER {VIDEO}

Beyoncé and Michelle both rocked Rubin Singer, while Kelly Rowland wore a custom Emilio Pucci bodysuit.

Loved Beyoncé's Super Bowl costume? I couldn't get enough of the ensemble and thought the strong and feminine piece was the perfect compliment to her strong and unapologetically sexy performance.  The provocative iguana and python one-piece was created by Rubin Singer, the scion of a fashion designing family, who cut his teeth working for Oscar de la Renta, Bill Blass and Kai Milla, among others. Bey's outfit was inspired by Norse mythology, specifically the Valkyries, 1970's Helmut Newton and early 1990's Versace, and if you thought that was a mouthful, throw in a bit of late 1930's Germany.  Meet the man behind the legendary outfit below.

Click the "read more" link below for video of Beyonce's halftime performance. Photo Credit: Timothy A. Clary/AFP/Getty Images

GAGA FOR BEYONCE

Still with Beyonce and Lady Gaga from Beyonce's Video Phone music video . . .

Beyonce gives me everything when it comes to performing--and she's solidifying her status as a bonafide fashionista and tasetemaker. And, Gaga, well Gaga gives me EVERYTHING in terms of fashion. Natch, I think this video is a veritable clash of the proverbial titans. What do you think of the pairing? Did one influence the other, or were the two evenly matched? Click here to see the full video. It's sensory overload, but well worth it. I counted at least 13 wardrobe changes.

SASHA FIERCE + DEREON

WWD reports that House of Deréon designer Beyoncé is set to launch a new junior line inspired by and named for her on-stage alter ego, Sasha Fierce. The collection is inspired by looks created by Thierry Mugler for the singer's world tour (previously discussed here) and according to Tina Knowles, Beyoncés mother and fellow House of Deréon designer, the line is "edgier and trendier and reflects Sasha Fierce's daring and outgoing attitude." The collection features many accessories (read: chains and studded shoes) and fairly simple silhouettes. Sasha Fierce for Deréon will be available in Macy's and Dillard's this fall.

THIERRY MUGLER + BEYONCE

Thierry Mugler, well known for designing styles that accentuate a woman's curves, has paired with she of the iconic curves and is the creative advisor for Beyonce's 2009 world Tour.

"The look pictured here captures that duality. It imagines Beyonce as a tough, chic, superheroine type who likes her power glam with a bit of froth; hence, the bow bustle and mismatched gloves that pair lacy fishnet with articulated metal."- Thierry Mugler via WWD

Beyonce was so taken by Mugler's designs, as featured in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Superheroes exhibit, that she was moved to work with him. As creative advisor, Mugler will work on lighting, sets and costumes. A few sketches of his costume for Sasha Fierce, Beyonce's on-stage alter ego, are featured above.

Read the Women's Wear Daily article here. In other Beyonce news, she is covering the April issue of Vogue and is proving that real women have curves. Check out the Vogue Cover and behind the scenes video.

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FAIRY TALE PART DEUX

Disney's at it again! They've recently released the latest of their collaboration with famed photographer, Annie Leibovitz.

Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony as Jasmine and Aladdin

Jessica Biel as Pocahontas

Tina Fey as Tinkerbell, Gisele Bundchen and Mikhail Baryshnikov as Wendy and Peter Pan

Whoopi Goldberg as Genie

Check out the first in the series (Beyonce as Alice in Wonderland, Scarlett Johansson as Cinderella, Lyle Lovett as the March Hare, Oliver Platt as the Mad Hatter and David Beckham as Prince Phillip) here!

COLOR CONSCIOUS: GRAMMY AWARDS 2008

The 50th Anniversary of the Grammy Awards packed a punch...in more ways than one. My favorite of the night was Rihanna, who was darling in Zac Posen!

Rihanna wears a Zac Posen dress accessorized with day glo nails; Fergie wears a butter yellow strapless Calvin Klein.

Natasha Bedingfield wore a glamourous Reem Acra gown, and Tamyra Gray wore a shiny green cocktail number.

Celebrities were intent on making a statement, one way or another...from Kelis & Co. who donned outfits emblazoned with the "N" word, to Chris Brown in that red and white tuxedo (reminiscent of Ronald McDonald), to Beyonce in that frothy Elie Saab concoction, to Aretha who wore the same hideous dress twice in less than 6 months.

A startling number of attendees were blah in black: Faith Hill, Fantasia, Keyshia Cole, Solange, Cyndi Lauper and Toccara.

SEEING DOUBLE: BEYONCE vs. RACHEL

With the Oscars only a few weeks behind us, it was inevitable that we would be seeing double. Beyonce recently wore this beautiful gown by Giorgio Armani Privé. It comes as no surprise to see the same gown on Rachel McAdams on the April cover of Elle Magazine. The fresh color and precious stone detail on this silhouette is both timeless and exquisite.

I believe both ladies bring elegance to the same gown, though in different ways. Although different I call both renditions…a tie!

COVER STYLE: BEYONCE + SPORTS ILLUSTRATED

Guess who's the cover girl of the coveted Sports Illustrated swimsuit edition?

Bey appears in a musically themed issue (rocking House of Dereon of course), which features models posing with Kanye, Aerosmith, Kenny Chesney, Gnarls Barkley and Panic! At the Disco.

Check out pics from the shoot below:

FAIRY TALE

Disney has assembled an all-star cast to help it celebrate the 50th anniversary of its theme parks. Iconic fashion/celebrity photographer, Annie Leibovitz, brought the Disney characters to life.

Scarlett Johansson channels Cinderella in a 62-karat Harry Winston tiara and glass slippers that were custom-made by Steuben:
Beyonce portrays Alice in Wonderland--with Lyle Lovett as the March Hare and Oliver Platt as the Mad Hatter:

Becks is depicted as Snow White's Prince Phillip:

GOLDEN GLOBES

The Golden Globes went down last night and I actually watched the show!

Best Dressed: Best Actor Award Winner--Forest Whitaker! He and his wife Keisha were styled by Q! Go to Honey Magazine online to see my inaugural article about, and interview with, the styling guru!

Yes, you read it right! I'm so psyched to contribute to Honey Magazine, it's a dream come true!

If you know me, you know that I secretly want to post a picture of Beyonce (in her gold dress no less!) under this caption, but I don't want y'all to think I'm biased or anything!

Honorable Mention: America Ferrera...

...because she's cute and new and smart and she looks like she's the kind of person that brings out the best in people ... that's all way more important than great clothes! But her dress is hot too!

Worst Dressed: Jennifer, why are you dressed so scary???

WTF? I've got no words...

Ambivalent: Cameron Diaz. I think one would really love or hate this dress...I definitely feel a little bit of both...I'm glad that Cameron took the risk, but I think this would be better suited for Nicole Kidman!

Shrug, Yawn, Yay or Eh?

Check out previous coverage of awards shows by clicking the "Award Shows" label below, or click here!

AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS

The American Music Awards went down last Tuesday. I missed the show, but that wont stop me from putting in my two cents!

Best Dressed: Promiscuous Girl!


Nelly gives Queen Bey a run for her money! I love everything about this ensemble, from the bangs to the shoes!
Beyonce always manages to get it right, her dress can stand a bit of ironing though! It's all in the details hun...

Honorable Mention:

Paris really surprised me with this one...keep up the good work!

Gold Fever: Katharine McPhee and Bey clearly got the memo!






Get your version of Beyonce's dress from Max Mara:

Worst Dressed: "Why are you dressed so scary?"

What is Gwen 'tryna do here? She done had a baby then went and lost her damn mind. She looks like a Versace ad gone wrong. Poor Gavin.

Now, Jamie looks good from the neck down to the waist, and i really do just mean to the waist...stop looking about a quarter inch after that last button...He loses me with those white pants--what's up with the extra material on his jacket?!?!

Ambivalent:

The Pussycat Dolls generally suffer from the same style schizophrenia that's afflicting Danity Kane, they can never manage to look in sync AND different...they look better than usual here: black, white and red all over--boring!

E for Effort:

I'm not loving this look, but it's better than nothing...I mean, she IS going through a divorce and simultaneously making her comeback album, not to mention she just gave birth to two children in two years...I guess.