FASHIONABLY LATE WITH RACHEL ZOE

She's back...

"A new weekly talk show is coming to Lifetime, hosted by the renowned stylist and designer, Rachel Zoe. Straight from Zoe's fashion empire headquarters on Melrose Avenue, "Fashionably Late with Rachel Zoe" gives viewers the definitive inside look into what's hot and what's not in fashion, beauty and pop culture. Joined by fashion insider and Harper’s Bazaar Editor-At-Large Derek Blasberg, Zoe's husband Rodger Berman, and their celebrity friends, each episode will be a fun, glamour-packed look at the world around us through the lens of fashion. The half-hour talker premieres Thursday, September 24, at 10:30pm ET/PT, following all-new episodes of Project Runway."

Tonight's guest is Jessica Alba.

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5 Stylish TV Moms and How to Steal Their Style

by guest blogger Jasmine Perez

One of the easiest places to get style advice is from TV.

After all, these are well-paid actresses who often have a team of stylists to consult with, which means their looks will be impeccable. While much of the style is manufactured to convey a specific look or vibe for the show, any woman can draw inspiration from these well-dressed ladies of television.

Here are five of the best dressed women on TV, as well as suggestions for how to emulate their styles:

1. Gloria Pritchett, played by Sofia Vergara, of 'Modern Family,' ABC

Sofia is able to bring a lot of her own personal style into her character on “Modern Family,” and that is great news for viewers. The smoking hot Columbian favors

curve-hugging dresses and designs that really accentuate her shape, yet always allow for style and flair in the little details of these outfits. You can dress yourself in Gloria/Sofia-style by checking out her eponymous line of stylish, 

affordable women's clothing

at Kmart.

2. Betty Draper, played January Jones, of 'Mad Men,' AMC

“Mad Men” is really influencing fashion on the runway. Betty Draper's style exudes 1960s glam, and she accessorizes each look perfectly with accents, such as pearls and dainty gloves. From wearing flats at home to rocking a black and gold brocade cocktail dress, Betty covers the range perfectly from casual to chic. You can find her looks in stores such as Banana Republic, which are now bringing a bit of '60s flair into their collections.

3. Heather Dubrow of 'The Real Housewives of Orange County,' Bravo

The "Real Housewives" franchise offers viewers the guilty pleasure of a semi-scripted "reality" show that depicts a dramatized version of actual events in the women's lives. They all choose their on-camera looks carefully, but Orange County cast member Heather Dubrow is a standout. Her classic yet modern fashion sense belies her busy life as a mother of four and part-time television actress. You can emulate her look by shopping stores such as Brooks Brothers.

4. Rachel Zoe of 'The Rachel Zoe Project,' Bravo

Some might say this Mom has an unfair advantage — after all, she is a fashion designer herself. However, that shouldn't stop us from being able to draw inspiration from her looks. This mom of one manages her own fashion line while also managing her family life. She's known for timeless black and while pairings, clean lines and classic looks, and she constantly advocates the maxi dress as an everyday-style staple. You can get Rachel's looks by shopping the Rachel Zoe Collection in department stores like 

Nieman

Marcus

.

5. Rayna Jaymes, played by Connie Britton, of 'Nashville,' ABC

Rayna Jaymes of “Nashville” is a country music superstar with all sorts of amazingly flashy outfits available to her. However, she's also a mom who drives her daughters to school every day after cooking them breakfast. Women admire Rayna for her effortless, casual style. When not performing, she's seen in great boots and perfectly-fitting jeans with a simple vest and top. That said, she can also rock a flashy dress or a stylish conservative outfit for a political function. Find her style at American Eagle Outfitters.

Want to catch these stylish ladies on TV? Cable packages are available through 

https://www.allconnect.com/providers/directv

and Cable ONE, among others.

*Who is your favorite stylish TV mom? Let us know in the comments.

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Rachel Zoe / Spring 2013

One of the more sought after runway shows at NYFW had to be

Rachel Zoe

. The pre-show energy was proof of that! As the first model walked out in flats and wearing a wide-legged pantsuit with the blazer draped over her shoulders, the level of sophistication from the styling was undeniably Rachel Zoe. The pantsuits came in various interpretations - flowy leg, tapered leg, shorts, belted jackets. There was also a good amount of sparkle from sequin and spangled mini-dresses which were styled with the signature Rachel Zoe bohemian look. I'm not a boho fan, but Zoe's approach is so chic that the bohemian is an element rather than the focal point. My favorite pieces were the slouchy, oversized spangled tees paired with floor-length skirts.

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Photos credit: GoRunway.com

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Rachel Zoe Resort 2013

Rachel Zoe Resort was not only about color and lots of it, but also about variety and choice, for women. Complete with Zoe's signature 70's style, the collection has all the elements and power for mass appeal. Retailers are given the choice of ordering pieces in varied styles (i.e. cropped/long/slouchy/skinny) and sizes. Rachel Zoe's experience as a stylist is reflective in her impeccable designs. From the proportions to the tailoring and of course, the styling, this collection is not only on trend, it's perfection. "Amaze." View Collection:

Photos: Courtesy Rachel Zoe

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Fashion Runway Sneak Peek!

With labels like Etro, Missoni and Rachel Zoe modeled by celebrities like RHOA's Cynthia Bailey, Q100's Jenn Hobby and the iconic Monica Pearson, Atlanta has plenty to bark about! Doggies on the Catwalk received a major make-over as it celebrates it's 5th anniversary and I have a sneak peek of what you'll see on the catwalk tonight. Thirty nine models will feature over 50 of the latest spring looks from popular retailers Tootsies and Bill Hallman. Twenty doggies of all breeds and sizes will accompany the models, many of them dressed in canine couture by Highbrow Hound. Take a peek:







































Its not too late to get tickets, CLICK HERE!

In addition to a great fashion show, guests will enjoy Voli Vodka signature cocktails, Dennis Dean catering and music by DJ Vicki Powell.

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The Met Ball 2012 Glistened & Sparkled

The red carpet was a fantasy land of sequins, beads, feathers and metallic textiles at the 2012 Met Ball. The Costume Institute Gala delivered major star power lavished in stunning designer frocks for a celebration spotlighting the fashion careers of Muiccia Prada and Elsa Schiaparelli. Photo Gallery:

[caption id="attachment_14306" align="aligncenter" width="310" caption="Emma Stone"][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_14321" align="aligncenter" width="478" caption="Nina Dobrev"][/caption]



[caption id="attachment_14307" align="aligncenter" width="310" caption="Sarah Jessica Parker"][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_14308" align="aligncenter" width="470" caption="Christina Ricci in Thakoon."][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_14309" align="aligncenter" width="470" caption="Ginnifer Goodwin."][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_14310" align="aligncenter" width="470" caption="Linda Evangelista in Prada."][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_14311" align="aligncenter" width="470" caption="Beyonce, exquisite in Givenchy."][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_14313" align="aligncenter" width="310" caption="Jessica Alba in Michael Kors."][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_14314" align="aligncenter" width="310" caption="Cate Blanchett in McQueen."][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_14315" align="aligncenter" width="310" caption="Rihanna in Tom Ford."][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_14316" align="aligncenter" width="310" caption="A glistening Cameron Diaz in Stella McCartney."][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_14320" align="aligncenter" width="470" caption="Heidi Klum"][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_14324" align="aligncenter" width="310" caption="Gwyneth Paltrow in Prada."][/caption]

Gwyneth, darling, your Prada doesn't fit! That's really inappropriate... seriously. I'm all for sexy but this isn't it.

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MY favorite look of the evening was on Victoria Secret model Karolina Kurkova. She was a gilded vision. Exquisite, chic and stunning in Rachel Zoe... a definite show stopper!

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It's a Brad Brad World ~highs & lows...

Bravo TV debuted its latest (fashion) reality show last night,

Brad Goreski's

"It's a Brad Brad World." 

I think I'll stay in mine, for now!

Brad is the former and somewhat disgraced, assistant to super-star stylist

Rachel Zoe

. [Whatever really happened between them, is between them!]

"It's A Brad Brad World" fell flat for me on many levels, starting with the show's uncreative title. Brad is likeable and very easy on the eyes, but he put it best himself when he acknowledged that "Looking cute doesn't pay the bills."

The show felt desperate, a little forced and offered more sequins than substance, but I blame the producers for that. They had to have suspected viewers would make comparisons to the widely popular "Rachel Zoe Project." Bravo even through in Brad's boyfriend, Gary, as a character in the show. [Suddenly RZ's hubby didn't seem so annoying to me!]

To Brad's credit, kinda, he was trending worldwide on Twitter last night. I jumped into the

Twitterverse

roast along with

@brokesocialite

,

@stephie1209

and

@KimberlyTweets2

who decided to watch next week's episode just to tweet about it! Join us...

To end on a positive note, there is a glimmer, beyond the sparkle of Brad's sequined jacket, of hope. He does have

Jessica Alba

as a client and signed 

Keri Hilson

who he styled for the Met Ball. AND if Brad continues to work with well-known and established magazines like

Paper

and

Details

, "It's a Brad Brad World" could definitely blossom. SO I will give him a chance and tune in next week. [If its really bad, I'll mute and enjoy the eye candy.]

Did you watch?

If so, what did you think.

"It's a Brad Brad World" airs on Bravo, Mondays @ 10pm Eastern and Pacific times; 9, Central time.

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