MONDAY MATCH: Emmy Rossum

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Emmy Rossum is the inspiration behind this week's MONDAY MATCH. She was seen shopping last week at Barneys, wearing this great plaid and leather combination.

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MONDAY MATCH: Kirsten Dunst

Kirsten Dunst showed us how to look cute in the rain over the weekend while she was shopping in LA.

With this week's new MONDAY MATCH, you can get a look just like hers, but for a lot less.

Stay warm & dry everyone-- and have a great holiday season!

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MONDAY MATCH: Kristen Bell

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Actress Kristen Bell looked great in London last week, promoting her newest film Burlesque.

Get a look simular to hers for less with this week's new MONDAY MATCH!

Also, remember to check out the new DIY video, Holiday Necklace!

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DIY Video 23: Holiday Necklace

The holiday season is in full-swing and what better to make than a great necklace?

With the all-new DIY video, you'll learn to create your very own holiday necklace-- perfect for you to swear to any upcoming event or to give as a gift.

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MONDAY MATCH: Christina Hendricks

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Christina Hendricks-- star of the hit show Mad Men-- looked stunning in red in NYC over the weekend.

The actress was attending the opening of the Johnnie Walker House in Soho.

Today's new MONDAY MATCH gives you a simular style, but without the big price tag.

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MONDAY MATCH: Natalie Portman

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Natalie Portman-- star of the upcoming film Black Swan-- looked elegant in ebony at the Gotham Film Awards in NYC this week.

With today's MONDAY MATCH, you can steal a bit of her sophisticated style for only $230.

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MONDAY MATCH: Mandy Moore

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Actress/singer Mandy Moore looked lovely in pink at the premiere of her latest film, Tangled, last night. She portrays the Rapunzel character in the animated movie.

You can get a look similar to hers-- for less-- with the new MONDAY MATCH.

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MONDAY MATCH: Rachel McAdams

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Rachel McAdams' outfit at the New York premiere of Morning Glory is the inspiration behind this week's all-new MONDAY MATCH.

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MONDAY MATCH: Eva Mendes

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Eva Mendes was seen at the 5th International Rome Film Festival-- screening her new film Last Night-- in this great black & white print, chiffon dress.

With the new MONDAY MATCH, you can get her look for under $100!

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DIY Video 22: Deconstructed Sweater

Deconstructed knits are a big trend for this fall-- so in the newest DIY video I'll show you how to take a sweater and deconstruct it yourself for a cool, edgy look.

Remember to subscribe to the YouTube channel as well to keep up-to-date on all the newest DIY tutorials.

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MONDAY MATCH: Mila Kunis

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Actress Mila Kunis attended an event for her upcoming movie Black Swan in London last week, in this chic black & white ensemble.

Get her look for less with today's MONDAY MATCH.

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MONDAY MATCH: Emma Stone

Emma Stone-- star of the latest comedy-hit Easy A-- was seen outside The Late Show with David Letterman in this great, navy ensemble.

Get her dressy-casual look with the new MONDAY MATCH.

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MONDAY MATCH: Taylor Swift

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Taylor Swift was recently seen leaving the Four Seasons Hotel in Milan, Italy. She looked cute in this black & white polka dot dress, paired with a retro red lip.

You can get her entire ensemble with today's all-new MONDAY MATCH.

On another note...

You can create your own party with the new DIY video right here! Subscribe to the channel to keep up-to-date on all DIY activities.

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MONDAY MATCH: Kate Beckinsale

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Actress Kate Beckinsale was looking great this past week in Hollywood while attending a screening of Nowhere Boy.

For just $80, you can get her look with today's MONDAY MATCH!

Don't forget that you can watch the new DIY video (Party Ring) right here.

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DIY Video 21: Party Ring

Make your own party ring-- perfect for homecoming or any other fun event-- with the new DIY video.

It's a great statement accessory to wear this fall!

You can watch below or right here.

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MONDAY MATCH: Kristin Chenoweth

Broadway & TV star Kristin Chenoweth was at an event this past weekend, wearing this great black & white ensemble-- and sporting a big trend for the fall: feathers!

Get a similar look for less with today's all-new MONDAY MATCH.

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MONDAY MATCH: Sienna Miller

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Today's MONDAY MATCH draws inspiration from this outfit that actress Sienna Miller was seen wearing at the Matthew Williamson Spring/Summer 2010 presentation.

I love the deep colors she's wearing in this outfit-- what trends are you looking forward to wearing this fall and winter?

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NYC Fashion Week Part 1

New York Fashion Week is in full swing! I'm here to bring you some of the trends seen thus-far from the designers whose creations have graced the runways these past few days.

Pink is a big trend seen for Spring 2011.


Designers like DKNY, Marc Jacobs, and Monique Lhuillier all followed this color trend. There was also a mix of oranges and reds thrown into the color scheme.

Neutrals are a big trend for this fall-- but expect to see a lot of them around this upcoming spring too. Rebecca Taylor, Donna Karen, and Preen all had collections filled with neutral shades.



Metallics seem to be sticking around as well- although for the spring, they are mostly being done in a softer tone.

One last trend I started to see was a cut-out/keyhole design on dresses. Monique Lhuillier, Max Azria, and Carolina Herrera all added this element to some of their pieces.

Check back later this week for even more coverage from fashion week!

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MONDAY MATCH: Charlize Theron

Charlize Theron attended Fashion's Night Out this past weekend, at the Dior boutique on Madison Ave. She looked great in this monochromatic outfit and you can get a similar look for under $200 with today's MONDAY MATCH.

Be sure to stop by the Dove Deodorant Correspondent website and read all my latest blogs there-- as well as enter the drawings and ask your questions!

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MONDAY MATCH: Drew Barrymore

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Drew Barrymore was seen in West Hollywood over the weekend in this great, nautical-inspired outfit. With this week's MONDAY MATCH, you can get a look similar to hers for under $200!

Happy Labor Day-- I hope everyone has a fantastic day!

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MONDAY MATCH: Kate Walsh

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Private Practice star Kate Walsh was at a pre-Emmy party this past weekend wearing this classy outfit. I love the pop of color the red brings in.

Get her look for less with the brand new MONDAY MATCH!

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Red Carpet Rundown: The Emmy Awards 2010

There were some distinct trends seen on the red carpet this year at the Emmy Awards.

Topping the list of trends was deep, jewel-tone colors-- including midnight blue, plum, and wine.

Lea Michele (in Oscar de la Renta), Jayma Mays (in Burberry Prorsum), Jane Lynch (in Ali Rahimi), and Kyra Sedgwick (in Monique Lhuillier) were some of the actresses seen sporting the jewel color trend.

A complete opposite of the deep colors seen above, we saw dusty purples and blues.

Emily Blunt (in Christian Dior), Amy Poehler (in Max Azria), and Christina Hendricks (in Zac Posen) were some of the lovely actresses that worked this trend.

The always popular color choice of black was also seen-- but the added embellishments and textures on the dresses added intrigue to the looks.

Julia Louis-Dreyfus (in Narciso Rodriguez), Tina Fey (in Oscar de la Renta), and Eva Longoria (Robert Rodriguez) were amongst the actresses that looked sleek in black.

Greek-style was prominent as well on the red carpet.

Amber Riley (in Melissa Masse), Rose Byrne (in Gucci), and Kim Kardashian (in Marchesa) all wore flowy, Grecian looks-- that were also accented with metallic embellishments.

Speaking of metallics, there were a handful of metalic, sparkling dresses seen.

Heather Morris (in Ina Soltani), Claire Danes (in Armani Prive), and Maria Menounos (in Ralph & Russo) all channeled glamor and old-Hollywood in their sequined, metallic dresses.

Now onto the more unusual looks of the night.

Heidi Klum (in Marchesa) and January Jones (in Versace) both had everyone in a frenzy over their nontraditional red carpet looks-- which I think they rocked.

With all the great fashion seen, there still were a few who went a bit overboard.

Mindy Kaling, Naya Rivera, and Anna Paquin all fall on my worst-dressed list. From head-to-toe, their looks just didn't work. Naya and Mindy's hair didn't help either. In this case, the less-is-more concept would have come in handy.

My favorite look of the night came from Glee's Dianna Agron (in Carolina Herrera).

I know lace isn't everyone's cup of tea-- but I happen to love it.

The make-up, hair, coloring, and dress all were cohesive and created a beautiful over-all look. I think having the black underlay helped give it a modern edge as well.

Now I want to hear from you!

Tell me who were your favorites-- and don't be afraid to mention whose dress you didn't particularly care for.

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MONDAY MATCH: America Ferrera

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America Ferrera looked stunning in this one-shoulder dress at the screening of The Dry Land in Miami this past Saturday. You can get a look for yourself that's similar with today's brand new MONDAY MATCH.

I was recently interviewed by a local paper about what I'm currently doing with fashion and my Dove Deodorant Correspondence. You can read the article online here.

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MONDAY MATCH: Fredia Pinto

Fredia Pinto was seen at an airport in London over the weekend in this cute and comfy outfit. You can get a look similar to hers with today's all new MONDAY MATCH.

If you haven't yet, check out this month's DIY video right here.

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MONDAY MATCH:Yvonne Strahovski

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Chuck star Yvonne Strahovski looked great on the blue carpet at the Teen Choice Awards last night. Get her entire look for less with today's all-new MONDAY MATCH.

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MONDAY MATCH: Mindy Kaling

Mindy Kaling from The Office looked fantastic at NBC's summer party over the weekend. You can get a look like hers for less with today's new MONDAY MATCH.

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MONDAY MATCH: Jennifer Aniston

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Actress and former Friends star Jennifer Aniston was seen at the airport over the weekend in this casual outfit, topped off with this great navy blazer. This week's MONDAY MATCH brings you her look for less!

There's also a brand new DIY video-- Lace-up Ribbon Heels-- ready for you to watch right here.

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DIY Video 20: Lace-Up Ribbon Heels

As we reach the end of this summer season, it's hard not to think about what you're going to wear this fall.

A big trend I've seen on the runway are heels with ribbon laces you tie in all sorts of ways around your ankle.

Watch the newest DIY video to see how to transform a pair of your heels in a few simple steps.

I used velvet ribbon since velvet is another huge trend for this autumn.

Enjoy!

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MONDAY MATCH: Angelina Jolie

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Angelina Jolie wore a strapless, sequined dress to the premiere of Salt this week. Get a look similar to hers with today's new MONDAY MATCH.

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FASHION FACEOFF: McQueen

Jennifer Hudson and Vanessa Williams both wore the same blue, Alexander McQueen dress recently.

Who do you think pulled the look off the best, though?

Read who my favorite is & leave comments with your opinions in the new FASHION FACEOFF here.

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MONDAY MATCH: Carrie Underwood

Carrie Underwood was seen at LAX in this striped, casual outfit-- probably getting ready to catch a flight for her honeymoon. The country singer just got married to hockey player Mike Fisher over the weekend and is the inspiration for this week's all new MONDAY MATCH.

Don't forget to watch the DIY video for July-- Nautical Braided Bracelet-- if you haven't yet.

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DIY Video 19: Nautical Braided Bracelet

The theme for this month's video is nautical inspired-- which brings us to the nautical braided bracelet you can learn to make with the help of the newest DIY video.

Watch it here at the Missa by Design Youtube Channel or enjoy it below:

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MONDAY MATCH: Lily Cole

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Model/actress Lily Cole attended the 2010 Dior Haute Couture show in Paris, France. Get her black, lace look with today's MONDAY MATCH.

Speaking of the Dior show-- take a look at one of the flower inspired pieces that was shown:


I love the interpretation of a flower bouquet-- especially with the head pieces resembling the cellophane that flowers sometimes come wrapped in.

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MONDAY MATCH: Katy Perry

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Katy Perry glowed in this casual outfit that she wore over the weekend. Lots of metallic-action going on!

If you want her California Girl look for yourself, then look no further than this week's MONDAY MATCH.

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MONDAY MATCH: Nina Dobrev

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Nina Dobrev-- star of the CW's hit Vampire Diaries-- attended MuchMusic's Video Awards in this little black dress. You can get her entire look with today's MONDAY MATCH.

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Dove Deodorant Correspondent!

I'm very thrilled to finally be able to announce that I am Dove Deodorant's Correspondent for Seventeen magazine.

I've had two fabulous trips to NYC to kick the correspondence off and you'll be able to read about me and my travels starting July 7th at www.DoveDeodorantCorrespondent.com. There are two other awesome girls that will be the correspondents for Marie Claire & Cosmopolitan and we will all be giving our fresh perspectives on topics ranging from career, beauty, relationships, and family.

Can't wait to get started & I hope you can follow me on this exciting journey!

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MONDAY MATCH: Rachel Weisz

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Oscar winner Rachel Weisz looked great in this Jason Wu dress at the CFDA Fashion Awards. You can get a look inspired by hers here-- for a fraction of the price too-- with today's new MONDAY MATCH.

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1000 Subscribers!

I uploaded my VERY first DIY video onto YouTube in November 2008 and made it my goal to reach 1000 subscribers by the end of this year. Well, now I've surpassed my goal-- about 7 months ahead of schedule-- thanks to each and everyone of you who watch the videos and subscribed.

I love reading the comments I get on the videos and answering your personal DIY questions.

Thank you for helping me meet this goal and I'm looking forward to reaching the next milestone with your continued support!

You can watch the latest video right here:

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MONDAY MATCH: Anna Kendrick

Twilight star Anna Kendrick looked great in this Zac Posen dress at the MTV Movie Awards-- where she actually won an award for her role in the film Up in the Air. This week's new MONDAY MATCH allows you to get a look like hers, but without the high price tag.

I had such an amazing time in New York City last week. This is a snapshot I took while I was in Times Square-- being a total tourist, but it was my very first time in NYC! I get to return next week for some more unbelievable experiences-- and soon I'll be able to tell you what this is all for.

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