Rihanna receives the CFDA's Fashion Icon Award in a Naked Dress

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Some say she was paying homage to Josephine Baker - I see it. Others claim it was a statement to Instagram who shut down her account because of topless pics. Everyone seems to be in an uproar that Riri showed her titties on the red carpet... Personally, I love the irony that Rihanna accepted the CFDA Fashion Icon award in a nude, sheer dress. She looked stunning and amazing in a gown by Adam Selman. Rihanna shimmered - dripping with 230K Swarovski crystals. Social media did what it does best - it makes judges out of every unqualified idiot out there who knows little to nothing about fashion. Would you rather see Lena Dunham wear this dress? I don't think so! Rihanna is obviously very comfortable with her body. She's young, everything is firm and now is the time to do something like this. Remember JLo's Versace handkerchief dress?? Yep, we still talk about... the same will happen with this moment, brought to you by Rihanna and her nips.

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How to give your Khakis a Polished-Twist

All Photos by Demi Styles. Location: ESTATE.

How do you wear khakis and still look stylish? It's all in how you pull the ensemble together and where you shop for your khaki pants. Let me show you how I do it.

When I go through my closet looking for "something to wear," I consider the entire outfit from head-to-toe. Everyone does, right? On this particular day, I was interviewing Candy Spelling at the beautiful property in Buckhead, Ga known as Estate, thanks Tony Conway! I knew I wanted to tone down my look. In other words, I didn't want to be flashy. I wanted to appear polished and refined while still maintaining a casual feel. A pair of khakis, the right pair, matched with the right blazer would help me achieve the look. The only thing "conservative" about these khakis are the very fiber of their being, literally! Moving beyond the textile, my trousers are wide-legged, single pleat with a two-inch cuff and hemmed with no break to reveal ankle. Not your everyday khakis!

With a wider pant, a tailored fit for the shirt and blazer are imperative. AND you know how I feel about

pocket squares

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A crisp white shirt is an essential. Every man should have one or twelve in his closet.

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Last and definitely not least, shoes. They should always make a statement. This is the Hawkins Shawl Penny Loafer by Cole Haan in a hunter green suede and leather with wooden soles. They match the blazer, but not too much. To give them that extra fashion-forward oomph, wear them without socks. [Banana Republic carries an excellent line of "no sock" socks.]

Next time you want to dress up your khakis, consider where they came from. Start with that! Designer labels make a difference here. These are Thom Brown for Brooks Brothers. Follow the advice I provided and you'll look sharp and dapper. 

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Mayim Bialik makes a Big Bang on CBS Watch

This fashion shoot is from a couple months back but a friend just brought it to my attention so I wanted to share it with you, just incase, like me, you're just seeing this for the first time... Now that we got that out of the way, can I hear a big group WOW! for Mayim Bialik. She was adorbs as Blossom and plays a super smart nerd  on the hit show The Big Bang Theory - well, she is super smart with a real life Ph.D. in neuroscience! BUT look at Mayim here! She looks phenomenal. Photographed at Le Bristol Paris by Gilles- Marie Zimmerman, she exemplifies class and elegance! Enjoy the images as much as I have and oh, if you want to read the interview with CBS Watch, click here.

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The Garden Table Dining Experience at the Four Seasons Atlanta

There's dining. There's fine dining. AND then there's this! The fabulous Four Seasons Atlanta put the WOW factor in fine dining with a Garden Table rooftop dining experience for the senses. Spectacular!

Let's start with the exquisite setting. The fragrance of the peonies, the lush greenery and the glistening flatware was inviting, sophisticated and yet casual. We were mesmerized.

Presentation is EVERYTHING. The attention to detail was superb. Each course was presented with an arrangement of signage.

When Marsha Middleton of M-Squared PR invited me to the Garden Table Dining Experience, I knew it would be fabulous just because I know that's Marsha's modus operandi and by the fact that dinner was at the Four Seasons Atlanta. I didn't know, however, just how beyond fabulous it was going to be. My date for the occasion, Gray Miller West Gallery owner, Nic Miller.

The first course, the "Fresh Market Crudo" set the tone and flavor palate for the deliciousness that awaited.

This was no ordinary mint julep. It was extraordinary! Rather (and better than) sugar, the beverage was sweetened with fresh honey from the bees kept by the Four Seasons Atlanta. Same held true for all the herbs that came from their garden.

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The freshest, most delicious snapper ever! This was the third course. Amazing! In the photo above, Chef Robert Gerstenecker shows us how the salt baked snapper was prepared and cooked. 

Porterhouse and Tomahawk steaks for the main course with a the largest prawn of ever seen. Grilled to perfection and served over an artichoke with a dollop of blue cheese.

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The perfect balance of friends, new and old, contributed to a seamless and flawless evening. You too can enjoy a dining experience like this. Garden Table can accommodate parties of eight - eighteen. I promise you, there is nothing this heavenly or divine or delicious in Atlanta. Bravo Marsha Middleton. Bravo Four Seasons Atlanta!

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Charlize Theron at the beach for Vogue - June Cover

Whether she's on the red carpet in a flawless gown or on the beach in a one-piece, Charlize Theron is a vision of loveliness. Gorgeous, talented and smart. This June, Charlize Theron graces the cover of Vogue, which includes a photo shoot with the one and only Mario Testino. 

On dating Sean Penn: “What I guess I am trying to say is: A friend kind of stepped into that role, and I really didn’t see it coming. Sean and I have known each other for eighteen years."I like them together, that's just my opinion.

How wonderful are these photos? While Charlize Theron is usually in Dior, with images she's now the face of summer! The June issue hits newsstands on May 27 but you can read the entire interview on Vogue.com

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DOGGIES ON THE CATWALK VIDEO!

Seventeen adorable doggies hit the catwalk for the 7th Annual fashion-furry event which benefited the Atlanta Humane Society. I am beyond words to see my vision grow from its humble beginnings as a high-school senior fashion project to a world-class event. I can't help but to get a little emotional. OH and 5 doggies found loving homes that night! That's right, five adoptions! Thrilling!!

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Styling Q100 FM's Bert @ Bloomies

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My day began with a segment on CBS46 Atlanta's Better Mornings and ended with styling models for Doggies on the Catwalk at Tootsies. The in between part of my day is what I'm writing about here. Bert Weiss, host of the widely popular, syndicated

The Bert Show on Q 100 radio met up with me at Bloomingdale's Lenox Square. As the co-emcee to Doggies on the Catwalk, we needed to make sure Bert's style is on point Friday night. 

We tried on a number of designer threads but found the most happiness at Ted Baker. Check out Bert's guns! They almost presented a challenge. He looks fantastic in the look we chose and more importantly, he feels great! Bert is going to be very dapper, sharp and on trend with tone-on-tone pinstripe and subtle floral patterns. And of course, a perfect fit.

Come out and support Bert Weiss and the Atlanta Humane Society  May 16th! Purchase Tickets.

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