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“The Element of Freedom” Album Launch Party, London

Alicia Keys was recently in London to promote her new album “The Element of Freedom”.

The superstar singer was wearing a white and blue vibrant paint print Alexander McQueen v neckline dress with batwing sleeves which she belted.

Her look was paired with blue tights, and Giuseppe Zanotti electric blue ankle boots.

I would never belt a dress with batwing sleeves as they are hard enough to manoeuvre in, but it seems to work here for Alicia.

“A Little Night Music” Broadway Opening Night, New York

In an age when we see so many ankle boots on the red carpet, it’s nice to get warm and fuzzy feeling from Catherine Zeta Jones on the red carpet.

She gives us old fashion glamour which made me fall in love with stars on the red carpet in the first place.

On her opening night on Broadway, the Welsh beauty looked so very elegant wearing a Gustavo Cadile black gown, with tiered skirt trimmed with sequins and a rosette detail on the hip.

The gown appears to be slightly modified from the baby blue Resort 2010 gown presented on the runway.

Z100s Jingle Ball 2009, New York

I hate to say this, but I’m really tiring of Leighton Meester’s ‘edgy’ look.

It was cute at first, but now it feels so forced.

The actress and wannabee singer opted for this cold-shoulder Louise Goldin leather and mesh sleeved dress paired with Proenza Schouler patent leather pumps.

To say me no likey is putting it very mildly.

House of Harlow 1960 Holiday Collection Launch, LA

The woman best known for her boho chic style gives something new.

Firstly she looks stunning with a chestnut new hair colour, then she shows off her post-baby figure wearing a L’Wren Scott fitted ivory dress which has been worn by Jennifer Love Hewitt, Jennifer Lopez and Nicole Kidman (of course).

LOVE the fact she didn’t wear black pumps, instead she opted for Christian Louboutin snake-skin heels.

Louis Vuitton and Teen Vogue Holiday celebration, LA

Alexa Chung’s MTV show might have been cancelled, but that didn’t stop the Brit putting on a stiff upper lip and partying with the kids at the Teen Vogue Holiday party.

She carried a SC bag from the Sofia Copolla’s Louis Vuitton collection, whilst wearing a Louis Vuitton Resort 2010 print skirt.

I adore this print which has been worn by January Jones and Rachel Weisz on the January 2010 Vogue UK cover.

Emma Roberts opted for a sheer nude top, black pants and black LV Can can heels.

Samual French Bookstore, LA

After a rare occasion in which Dita von Teese had a bad day on the red carpet, the Burlesque star is back to her best.

This weekend she redeemed herself wearing a navy Lanvin Fall 2009 coat/dress worn with a belt, boots and an exquisite fascinator hat.

Tres chic.

“Late Show With David Letterman”, New York

Even in a simple black Jasmine di Milo black cashmere coat Kate Hudson is still uber sexy.

Showing off her pins the “Nine” actress is wearing the Brian Atwood Wagner rivet suede pumps which are on my wish list.

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel And Casino, LA

Kim Kardashian accessorized her ALC double zipper draped dress, with a stunning neck piece, and Pierre Hardy Saba sandals.

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This weekend in Norway the Smith family were the hosts of the Nobel Peace Prize Concert honouring President Obama.

What a truly genetically blessed family they are, from Will Smith to Willow Smith.

Although I’m devastated that her parents thought it was a good idea to shave half of her hair.

The boys wore velvet suits, whilst the girls wore gowns.

Willow wore a cute white and black gown, whilst Mummy – Jada Pinkett-Smith looked stunning wearing a burnt orange J.Mendel Fall 2009 gown with a classy updo.

I love how Jada styled her gown, which was presented as a one-shoulder gown on the runway.

Her version was less sexy and more appropriate for the occasion.

Natasha Bedingfield was one of the many performers at this concert.

She opted for an electric blue Jean Paul Gaultier Fall 2009 criss cross halter dress paired with silver heels.

Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit enjoyed the concert looking beautiful wearing a maroon Prada dress which Reese Witherspoon wore in black back in March.

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Who:Alicia Keys wearing a Alexander McQueen v-neck sweater dress and Giuseppe Zanotti metallic ankle boots
Shop: Alexander McQueen dress
Saks.com $1495

Giuseppe Zanotti boots
Farfetch.com £624 / $1029 / €625

Where:Album Launch, London

Credit: Saks.com, Farfetch.com & Wireimage

There has been much speculation this weekend as to whether Kelly Rowland or Mel B will be replacing Dannii Mingoue as the next X Factor judge.

Kelly let her amazing Basil Soda Fall 2009 Couture gown do all the talking and it was saying “WOW”.

I don’t think I’ve seen her look this amazing since her Destiny’s Child days.

The colour is divine on her plus the cut flatters her figure and gives her curves.

First contender for BDOTW.

Model Natalie Suliman also wore a gown from the Basil Soda Fall 2009 Couture collection.

Her gorgeous green chiffon gown was dripping with embellish details which cascaded down her gown.

Anouck Lepere opted for a white Mark Fast scoop neck knit dress.

The drop-waist dress had heavy long fringing to give it a flapper feel which I love, but I just didn’t love the black patent pumps.

White dresses and black shoes have always been a no-no in my book.

Elizabeth Hurley wore a white fur gilet, which despite it’s size feels like it’s covering the whole of her gown.

Such a shame because this is a gorgeous colour on Liz.

I do like the print on Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s metallic dress, but the style of the dress feel so mumsy.

Frankie Sandford, Mollie King, Una Healy, Rochelle Wiseman and Vanessa White of the Saturdays look stunning in their mix of spring ready pastel floor length gowns, mini dresses and LBDs.

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Who:Leighton Meester wearing Proenza Schouler patent leather platform pumps
Shop:Net-A-Porter US $497.50
Net-A-Porter International £745 / €914.27
Where:Z100′s Jingle Ball 2009, New York

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On Friday night whilst still in Paris, Victoria Beckham and BFF Marc Jacobs went out for dinner.

She walked the cold streets of Paris sans tights wearing a Burberry Prorsum Spring 2010 trench coat which could almost pass off as a dress.

You will remember that Victoria was front row during the Burberry Spring 2010 show, so she looks to have picked up a few pieces from that amazing collection.

I’ve never really loved trench coats, but this modern twist on the classic trench would see me considering buying my first next spring.

Her coat is gorgeous, but check out her footwear.

They not Trib Two’s nor Louboutin’s – shock.

They are in fact Alaia’s.

Victoria being back in Europe has given us a glimpse of the old VB, so I was sad to see her leaving Paris this weekend.

At Gard du Nord station she was spotted wearing a fur Antonio Berardi Pre-Fall 2009 cropped jacket we’ve seen her wear a few times before.

I read on another site that Victoria is wearing faux fur.  I’m no fur expert, but it looks pretty damn real to me.

The fashion designer wore her jacket with trademark sunglasses, leather pants, a black top, a favourite black Birkin, her new Alaia’s heels and a cyborg ring a la Beyonce.

Victoria has had a great few days, but I’m not sure it’s enough for her to retain her Best Sidewalk Style title from last year.

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