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From Left: Ali Hilfiger, Scarlett Johansson, Chloe Sevigny

I don't know about anywhere else, but here in New York City and in Paris everyone and their mother seem to be sporting quirky thick "nerd" glasses. I go back and forth with what I think about them. I have dozens of glasses that I almost never wear myself -- including thick rimmed ones from Donna Karan that I've had for about a million years now. I don't wear glasses unless I'm driving my car which ends-up being pretty much never (I'm such a bad driver that I once got pulled over in the Hamptons for drunk driving even though I was completely sober!). That said, I do think glasses can complete an outfit, especially when they're used as a statement pieces like these thick ones and, at least in my opinion, all the ladies pictured above pull off the trend fabulously! Would you wear glasses like these? And do you always wear the same pair of glasses or do you mix things up to tailor them to your outfit/mood?

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I am all over wearing a little fringe! Nothing too wild like I'm a cowgirl or anything, but a touch of fringe on a handbag, for example, I'm with it! Vanessa Hudgens is wearing her Botkier "Morgan" fringed satchel ($650) above and while I don't love the Botkier piece nearly as much as my Wyeth Tote from Hayden-Harnett ($725) I think it spices-up her outfit. Similarly while I'm not a fan of the fringe at the bottom, I love the peek-a-boo of the fringe on the top of Nicole Kidman's draped fringe Jil Sander dress. All that said, I know when it comes to fringe people are very love-it-or-hate-it as a few people knock me when I wear fringe accents (even if it's just a tiny bit on the side of my handbag!). Do you like fringe? If so tell us in the comments how you rock a fringe look!

Guest blog by -- Julia DiNardo , the founder/editor of Fashion Pulse

Although I wouldn't quite call myself a huge fan of Jessica or Ashlee Simpson's music or general fashion choices, I do have to remark that when they are dressed casually, in a simple, paired-down, yet stylish way, I think they look at their best. Case in point is this image of the two sisters; I wouldn't be surprised if they had purposely coordinate their outfits to match, but either way the looks come across as laid-back, put-together chic. Who can really go wrong with a lot of black mixed with some black and white pieces?

To get the "Simpson sisters black & white look," start off with a great black handbag. Either choose from the framed, reptilian sort, or a slouchy hobo will do the trick. Anya Hindmarch for Target Small Python Hobo Bag in Black ($34.99, Target) or the Quilted Faux-Leather Hobo ($10, Old Navy). If you want to splurge-- check out the Anya Hindmarch Vigo Python hobo

Kerry Washington in vintage top and Helmut Lang leather leggings. YSL clutch and Louboutins do not manage to save this disastrous look.

She's an adorable girl but the outfit just doesn't do it for me. I would have put her in a wide legged/boot cut pant or even a shrunken blazer that would have worked with the top. She is so stuffed in this thing I am wondering how and if she is breathing?

Looking at her I'm reminded of the turkey I have to cook on Christmas eve. I think she is too curvy side for this skintight look. Someone rail thin with no curves would have made it more agreeable. What about you? What do you think-- Snob or Slob?

If you recall, I purchased this cute little leopard cropped jacket at the beginning of the season (yes, am kicking myself for not waiting 2 weeks later when it made it to 50% off and let's not even mention that it's now 75% off).  Anyhoo, I've worn mine often so it was worth it at full price; the vintage style jacket is adorable with jeans and I'd been looking for more ways to wear it when I was sent this photo by a stylist.  How fun is this little outfit!?!?

Leighton Meester is beyond cute as Blair (but this is not Blair-- my mistake! It's Lexie), and I couldn't be happier to see her in my jacket. Now I have to confess I own a pair of purple tights myself and love wearing it with my black or gray dresses/skirts but never thought of pairing it with leopard (which is a neutral).  Love how they style her for the show!

However, I doubt I can carry this off because A.) I'm not 22 and B.) I don't have those legs! But you certainly can if you are one of the above.

What Comes Around Goes Around Garbo Faux Leopard Jacket was $495 now $148

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With the weather fluctuating from warm to cold and back to warm it's little surprise that we're seeing bomber jackets all over the place! My fave bombers are gray or black leather and Theory made a fab one this year that I bought in gray. It has silver accents and the leather is wonderfully light and supple. My only complaint is that the sleeves only hit my wrists! Though people must like shorter sleeves because it seems that every year more and more outerwear pieces have short sleeves. Personally I've always liked the extra long -- a la old-school Norma Kamali -- sleeves.

What about you -- Leather? Nylon? Short sleeves? Long? Let us know how you like your bomber jackets!

                           From Left: Paul Smith, Tommy Hilfiger, Marc Jacobs

Couture Snob Tina asked a few weeks ago what everyone thought Michelle Obama should wear to the upcoming inauguration and the verdict came in and it read -- Oscar de la Renta! Now we ask, what should President-elect Barack Obama wear?

                            From Left: Elie Tahari, Brooks Brothers, Brioni

VOTE!

All sketches from WWD.

Guest blog by -- Julia DiNardo , the founder/editor of Fashion Pulse

From her Angela Chase grunge-inspired style to her Zac Posen-loving red carpet affairs, Claire Danes has surely shown us she can make an intense, yet lovely style transformation.

We love her casual look these days, which still maintains an air of formality to it, however paired with the right casual elements makes it appropriate for running errands. You too can get the grown-up Claire Danes look, even on a budget!

Let's start with her jacket -cream, opposed to white, is a nice color match to compliment the fair-skinned beauty. We also like the way that she's made a large off-center bow with the jacket tie to further define her slim frame. (Jump for more!)

Hard to believe that Stephanie Seymour, Chantelle's brand ambassador, is 40! She looks smockin' hot decked-out in Chantelle's Chantilly collection for their lookbook cover! I love that there is just a hint of transparency so it's sexy, but not too revealing. Check-out some pieces from the Chantilly collection after the jump!

With her practical, yet stylish sense Michelle Obama has become the muse for designers and housewives across the country. Shying away from the sky-high stiletto trend that has gained popularity in recent years, Obama prefers kitten heels and flats. This spring, designers like Donald J Pliner and Fratelli Rosetti are offering kitten heel styles that are not only fashionable, but offer the functionality that a wearer like Mrs. Obama can appreciate as well.

Hum, I wore kitten heels when I was pregnant and have a stash of Blahniks in my closet but I didn't find them comfortable at all. The little heel is not sturdy and my shoes always slipped off. Much as I admire the First Lady to be, I'll be sticking with platforms and stilettos!

What about you, will you be joining Michelle Obama in the kitten heel trend?