Do you ever see a pic of a celeb looking like a hot mess and wonder how, with all of the stylists, designers, makeup artists, and Hunger Games -style prep teams behind this girl, did this happen? Us too. That’s why we’ve created a game where we get to reimagine celeb style snafus—if only we were their stylists.
If We Were the Stylist, We Wouldn't be Able to See Jennifer Hudson's Bra (& Other Celeb Style Fixes)
Un-Frump it Up, Jennifer Hudson
Jennifer Hudson’s outfit at the Lucky Shops event—which she hosted—spoke volumes. Striking a pose that said, “What’s wrong with this, guys?” the usually perfectly pulled-together Jennifer Hudson shocked everyone by appearing on the red carpet in a sloppy ensemble. Her shlumpy oversized cardigan said anything but “event host,” while her neon orange leather shorts screamed “look at me!”—but not as much as the black bra making a cameo appearance through her camel-colored sweater, which was just a touch too sheer for flashbulbs. Bring back the bodycon dresses!
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Kristen Stewart Doesn't Give a ****
Is the peekaboo bra a trend that no one told me about? All things sheer may be in, but somehow this doesn’t seem to qualify (especially because we know from Kristen Stewart ’s see-through dresses at the Breaking Dawn Part 2 premieres that she’s not afraid to bare it all). A nude bra would’ve saved this otherwise chic menswear-inspired ensemble, but the sloppiness up top distracts from her crisp tartan pants and dress shoes. The actress’ characteristic un-styled ‘do proves that she doesn’t give a ****—but we already knew that.
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Jessica Biel's Got Her Dress in a Tangle
Jessica Biel was tweeting up a storm about how much she loved the Versace dress she wore to the Playing for Keeps premiere, but her over-enthusiasm hinted at a need for affirmation that she made the right fashion choice. I’m not going to give it to her, but maybe it doesn’t matter—if you’re already married to Justin Timberlake , how much of a confidence boost do you need to step out in an out-there dress like this one? The gypsy rover gown’s top is tangled-looking and confused, and reminds just a little too much of Heidi Klum’s mess at the EMAs.
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Relax, Britney Spears, You Look Great
Britney Spears’ flowered leather bustier dress and chunky burgundy sandals at the X Factor viewing party were awesome, and her figure, hair, and general aura are looking better than ever. Now if only she could channel some of the self-assured mega-hotness of her teen years, throw back her shoulders, and do the outfit justice.
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Come Back to the Future, Alicia Keys
There’s nothing wrong with the 90s-revival movement—except square necklines, suede, and Victorian chokers are trends I was hoping would be left behind. At the Keep a Child Alive Black Ball in NYC, Alicia Keys rocked all three in a look that I’m pretty sure some girl wore to prom in 1999. At least her hair, like always, looked pretty fly.
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Can't Handle Chelsea Handler's Outfit
Chelsea Handler looked uncommonly unpolished at the Art Basel VIP Preview in Miami. It should probably be a rule of thumb that if you wear a shapeless and ill-fitting dress like this one, you should try to perk it up with some killer heels (or just wear a dress that fits). This funny lady went with patent leather brogues instead. Maybe with the sunglasses on her head she should’ve just gone for it and worn flip-flops.
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