Tuesday, December 23, 2014

If Chris Brown’s Into Amber Rose, They’re Finished Forever

Chris is playing with fire! He may have had fun, grinding with Amber at a Los Angeles club on Dec. 19, but if he’s not careful, he’ll never get another chance with Karrueche, a source tells HollywoodLife.com EXCLUSIVELY! Karrueche Tran saw the video of Amber Rose grinding on Chris Brown at LA’s Supperclub on Dec. 19 and she’s none too pleased. Karrueche may not be dating Chris anymore, but if he falls for Amber, she’ll never speak to him again! Karrueche Tran: If Chris Brown Dates Amber Rose, She’ll Be Done With Him Forever “Karrueche sees Chris out and about, partying around town, and getting close to Amber Rose. She sees it, but this time, she’s not letting his childish games manipulate her. She’s not saying she doesn’t love him or that she doesn’t want to be with him, but she just isn’t falling for his games,” a source tells HollywoodLife.com EXCLUSIVELY. Good for her! We’re so glad she’s not letting Chris’ behavior dictate her life or her emotions. And she’s not too concerned with Amber. In fact, Karrueche thinks Wiz Khalifa‘s ex is just “thirsty.” “As far as Amber is concerned, Karrueche isn’t mad at her. If Amber’s that thirsty and wants to sleep with Chris, she can go ahead, he’s all hers. But if Chris falls for Amber, Karrueche will be done with him. She’ll be completely done and will never speak to him again!” We certainly don’t want that to happen. So hopefully, Chris doesn’t fall for Amber. Karrueche Tran Has Lost Respect For Amber Rose Regardless, Karrueche has lost a lot of respect for Amber. “Karrueche thinks less of Amber and thinks she’s way out of line for grinding on her man like that. You’d never catch Karrueche flirting with Wiz [Khalifa] or anyone Amber’s been with. Karrueche is a real classy woman, but unfortunately, she can’t say the same for Amber,” our source adds. Whoa! Karrueche’s claws are out. We wonder if Amber will now retaliate. See more : aubridaldresses.com Cheap wedding dresses

9 Things Your Bridesmaids Want You To Know



They've always been there for you, and as you're planning your wedding, you'll likely need their help more than ever.

Here's how to stay in tune with your best girlfriends and keep them happy.




1. They want you to tell them your expectations: What do you expect from your bridesmaids? Will simple moral support suffice, or do you expect them to be there with you throughout all the decision-making and to-dos, like addressing wedding invitations and tying tiny ribbons around your wedding favours? Either way, let your bridesmaids know what you expect of them so that you don't end up frustrated with a friend who doesn't understand (or didn't know) what you wanted them to do in the first place.

2. They want you to tell everyone about them: The only thing worse than a coworker who thinks she's invited to your wedding is a friend who assumes she's going to be a bridesmaid. Let it be known whom you've chosen so that neither you nor your bridesmaids feel awkward about it around non-bridal party members. If you're afraid of hurting someone's feelings, remember that, as cliche as it sounds, any true friend will understand whatever decision you ultimately make.

3. They want you to have your dream wedding: Try not to make hasty assumptions. Don't write off some friends simply because you think they don't have enough money to afford that designer bridesmaid dress you have your eye on. While it is important to recognize your bridesmaids' financial situations, they want you to be happy on your wedding day (just like you would of them), so don't be shy about opening up the conversation and letting them know what would make you happiest.

4. They want you to respect their responsibilities: As you're allocating responsibilities, be mindful of their personal lives -- your friend who's trying to make partner at her law firm or who's dealing with a new baby may not have time to assist you with every little task. At the same time, you don't want to cause discord within the wedding party if some maids feel the others aren't pulling their weight. Try to keep a good balance, and remember, there are others who can help out: You've got your parents, other family members, and your fiance. Plenty of people are willing to pitch in, so take advantage of it as you need to.

5. They want you to dress them well: If you know one of them would be uncomfortable in the dresses you envision, come up with a compromise. Not sure one dress will work for all your girls? Come up with guidelines (say, a colour and length you like) and then let them choose the exact style. Trust us, even with different necklines or sashes, they'll still look fantastic. Remember, you want each and every one of your maids to feel beautiful (and comfortable!), so your efforts in the dress department are well worth it.

6. They want you to put yourself in their shoes: Yes, part of the bridal party's job is to be your go-to gals when you need something done. But no, that doesn't mean you should be cracking the whip nonstop. Whenever you're asking one of your maids to do something -- whether it's attending your gown fitting or tying 100 miniature bows around 100 favour boxes -- stop and think: Would I do this for her? It's a good reality check to keep your requests reasonable.

7. They want you to keep them in the black: They have to shell out for quite a bit over the course of the wedding: dresses, hair, shower and wedding gifts, the bachelorette party, and travel expenses. These add up and can put a pinch on even the most financially flush of maids. Take this into consideration and offer help when you can. For example, you can let them know that they shouldn't feel pressured to give you an extravagant shower gift, or if you're having more than one shower, tell them that you don't expect multiple shower gifts. You can also help them track down inexpensive flights or hotel rooms.

8. They want you to make their to-do list manageable: Try to come up with a game plan beforehand of who you need to do what on the wedding day. Then make a second mental list of who else can and has offered to help -- aunts, cousins, ushers, and so on. When little things do come up (which they will), you'll be able to rely on that latter team to help you take care of details as needed rather than overextending your bridesmaids.

9. They want you to stay their friend: Obvious, right? Sometimes when you're caught up in wedding-related drama, it can be hard to remember that there's a world outside your wedding. When you meet up with one of your girls, make a point to talk about things that are not related to the wedding. Whether it's the project she's working on at work or the blind date she went on last weekend, she'll appreciate the opportunity to tell you all about it, the same way she always has. Similarly, when you're really upset -- whether about the wedding or anything else -- you'll know she'll be there for you, right now and long after the wedding is over.

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10 Things You Didn't Know About Being A Bridesmaid

If you're a rookie bridesmaid, or someone who has done this more times
than they can count, here are 10 things nobody has ever told you about
being a bridesmaid.

No one teaches you how to be a bridesmaid. Sure, you can scour wedding message boards or highlight the pages of a bridesmaid survival guide.

You learn what not to do by watching the movie Bridesmaids, or you can ask a veteran bridesmaid for a few quick tips. But you may find yourself running away from the chiffon and right towards the champagne.




If you're a rookie bridesmaid, or someone who has done this more times than they can count, here are 10 things nobody has ever told you about being a bridesmaid.

    It's expensive (but it doesn't have to be): When it comes to spending money on the bridal shower or bachelorette party, express budget limitations to the maid-of-honor early on.

    You can make the wedding weekend a mini-vacation: Once your bridesmaid duties come to wrap, make a vacation out of the rest of the weekend, especially if you're traveling to a new destination.

    Your body is a wonderland that'll accumulate some damage throughout the wedding adventure: Thing week-long blisters that cling to your toes, headaches that linger past the "morning after," and exhaustion that a spa day can attempt to cure.

    75 percent of being a bridesmaid means being the life of the party: A main chunk of your responsibilities as a bridesmaid is making sure the bride, and her guests are breaking it down on the dance floor and having a memorable time that'll shine through each Instagram photo.

    The other 25 percent of being a bridesmaid means being the bride's personal assistant: You may have been her sidekick in middle school and her wing woman in college, but now, you'll take on the role of her personal assistant. Making last minute trips to the drugstore for eyelash glue, helping her lick her wedding envelopes shut, and being her DIY centerpiece muse.

    It's a good excuse to play dress up and get pampered: What better way to justify spending a morning getting your hair and makeup done than celebration of a close friend tying the knot?

    You'll learn how to be less selfish and more selfless: As a bridesmaid, you'll do things you don't love, like smiling for a thousand photos, dancing with a groomsmen who smells like tequila, or give a speech at the rehearsal dinner.

    It's also your time to shine: Being a bridesmaid gives you the chance to do what you do best. Maybe you're a crafty person who can help with DIY projects. If you're organized, you can help with the to-do list. If you're the comedic one in the bunch, you can call the bride regularly to help her de-stress.

    Always a bridesmaid doesn't mean every wedding you go to is the same: Every bride, every venue, every group of people is dynamic. Your 13th time as a bridesmaid can feel like your first.

    You'll have an unforgettable time: Whether you tripped down the aisle, or the bride morphed into a last minute bridezilla, or because you spent the night slow dancing with a groomsmen who looked like Brad Pitt — a girl can only dream.


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Sunday, December 21, 2014

Marathon bombing survivor in 'Yes to Dress' finale

The Boston Marathon bombings took Rebekah DiMartino’s leg, but they couldn’t rob her of her joy as a new bride.

Her sometimes faltering search for the perfect wedding dress — trying on designer gowns while balancing on crutches — is featured in Friday night’s season finale of TLC’s popular reality show, ‘‘Say Yes to the Dress.’’

Last month, after 30 surgeries for injuries she suffered in the April 2013 bombings at the marathon finish line, doctors amputated her left leg below the knee.

DiMartino, 27, since has been outfitted with a prosthetic limb and is training to run the 2015 Boston Marathon.





The finale of ‘‘Say Yes to the Dress’’ captures her using crutches for balance as she tried on wedding dresses at Kleinfeld, an upscale New York City bridal salon.

DiMartino, whose maiden name was Gregory, was watching last year’s marathon when the first of two bombs exploded a few feet away. Her son, Noah, now 7, and her then-boyfriend, Pete DiMartino, also were hurt.

The couple wed last spring in Asheville, North Carolina, and now lives in the Houston area.

Her appearance follows the show’s typical format, following a bride-to-be as she hunts for the dress of her dreams. But for DiMartino, standing long enough just to try one on was a feat in itself.

‘‘Actually trying on the dresses was one of the most physically exhausting things I have ever done,’’ she said. ‘‘I almost passed out from the sheer pain quite a few times, but I was determined not to let it stop me.’’

The couple was chosen for a ‘‘dream wedding contest’’ organized by TheKnot.com, a wedding planning website. Visitors to the site helped choose DiMartino’s dress, a fit-and-flare Sophia Moncelli dress, as well as the couple’s rings and the venue for the nuptials, the Biltmore Estate in Asheville.

‘‘It’s weird to say that it felt normal because of the cameras, but it was nice to concentrate on something other than my leg at that point,’’ DiMartino said of filming the show’s finale. ‘‘Everyone was thinking about how my leg was doing, how many more surgeries and all that, so it was nice to focus on getting married and picking out a dress.’’

A suspect charged in the bombings, Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, goes on trial Jan. 5. His older brother, Tamerlan, was killed in a shootout with police after the attacks, which killed three people and injured more than 260.

‘‘This has made me so much more appreciative of every single day,’’ DiMartino said. ‘‘It’s a reminder that our days are not promised to us. I've been given a second chance at life and I'm not going to waste it.’’

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Gwen Stefani & Pharrell ‘Spark The Fire’ At The 2014 PEOPLE Awards

Who got the lighter? Gwen Stefani took the stage with Pharrell to bring the party to the 2014 PEOPLE Magazine Awards!

Gwen Stefani, 45, has still got it — and she made sure to show it off at the first-ever PEOPLE Magazine Awards. Performing her latest single, “Spark The Fire,” the mother-of-three got the crowd to their feet with her pal, Pharrell.

Gwen Stefani & Pharrell Perform At PEOPLE Magazine Awards

After being awarded the Style Icon Award, Gwen took the stage in a tiny pair of black shorts and a white top to perform her latest it “Spark The Fire.”

Surrounded by colorful dancers, some of whom were wearing blonde wigs and waving around cartoon faces, Gwen took over the main stage at the 2014 PEOPLE Magazine Awards.

Of course, her pal Pharrell joined her by making his way through the audience until he got to the stage.


Towards the end of their performance, Pharrell amped up the crowd by calling Gwen “the queen of cool.” Yeah, that sounds about right!
Gwen Wins Style Icon During The Show

Earlier in the night, Pharrell took the stage solo to present the Style Icon of the Year award to Gwen.

“I’ve always loved fashion,” Gwen said during her acceptance speech. “Who knew that I would be standing here getting an award for doing something that I just love doing?”

She continued to thank her fans and supporters for their inspiration “vibes,” and then she thanked her husband, Gavin Rossdale, who was sitting in the audience clapping for her.



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Rihanna, Gwen Stefani & More: Best Dressed Celebs Of The Week

From black-tie galas to late night TV, this week was full of fabulous fashion from all of the hottest designers. We’ve got our eye on our favorite looks, but who do YOU think was best dressed of the week? VOTE below!

Rihanna basically just had the best week ever. At just 26 she officially became Puma’s creative director on Dec. 16, and she signed on the dotted line in a sexy-meets-comfy-chic all white ensemble. But first, she wowed us in her navy blue Zac Posen  ball gown at her first ever Diamond Ball for The Clara Lionel Foundation in Beverly Hills. It was her second stunning look from the designer, and we’re still not over how great she looked. BadGalRiRi tops our list but she’s in great company with other stars that dressed to impress this week. Check out our best dressed round up and vote on your fave!




Gwen Stefani’s ‘The Voice’ Finale Dess — Wows In Red Gown:

Gwen Stefani flaunted yet another one of Zac Posen‘s stunning creations at The Voice finale on Dec. 16. This architectural ruby-red Fall 2015 piece looked so elegant on the the 45-year-old singer and it was perfect for the holidays. The thin black belt accentuated the waist of the already fitted mermaid dress, and the sleek tresses at the bottom of the gown made Gwen look even more glamorous. It’s safe to say that this is Gwen’s best dressed moment of the year.

Carrie Underwood’s Baby Bump At ACC Awards & More Celebs:

Carrie Underwood has amazing red carpet maternity style! She flaunted her baby bump at the American Country Countdown awards on Dec. 15 wearing the chicest Xtreme one-sleeve gown with gold embroidery. She accessorized with Emm Kuo clutch and we though she’d outdone herself until she performed in a stunning cobalt blue Leanne Marshall dress. The silk organza gown actually concealed her baby bump with black embellished detailing at the waist. We loved and so did all of her fans on Twitter!

Those were just a few of our best dressed honorees for this week but there are plenty more! Be sure to check out all of the pics and let us know, who do YOU think was best dressed of the week?

Gigi Hadid struts her stuff down the famed Sunset Strip after a night of live music

Models and rock go together like peanut butter and jelly, so it was no shock some live music brought out the pretty people oh Hollywood on Saturday night.

Gigi Hadid made dressing down glamorous as she headed to the iconic Roxy on Sunset Strip.

Joined by her on and off again boyfriend, Cody Simpson, the catwalk star got a chance to watch the final night of the Royal Machines' Christmas performances.




Proving she does not need a runway to show off her style, the 19-year-old strutting into the venue in a pair of cropped blue jeans with a grey long roll neck sweater and a Diesel Letterman jacket.

Clearly rocking out to the band - which is made up of Cult's Billy Morrison, Chris Chaney and Dave Navarro from Jane's Addiction, Sugar Ray's Mark McGrath, Adrian Young from No Doubt and actor Donovan Leitch - the stunner got a little hot so walked out with in a white t-shirt with the sweater around her waist.

Ensuring she did not look too overdressed, Gigi skipped wearing heels in favour of a pair of black boots.



Trailing behind her was Australian beau Cody but he appeared to be content to let his girlfriend shine.

The singer dressed in a double denim ensemble featuring dark jeans and a lighter blue jacket over a white T-shirt.

The La Da Dee star added a balck hat and some suede boots for a rocker edge.

Despite a rather up and down relationship, the 17-year-old recently gushed about Gigi.



He told Sydney Confidential: 'I enjoy being with her because she makes me a better guy. She checks me when I slip up.'I'm pretty laid back but if I do anything wrong she is the first to tell me.

'We have an honest relationship and it's better than ever now.'

As to their changing relationship status the singer said: 'I think younger couples need time to do their own thing and explore what they need in their life.'