GLAM OR SHAM?: Roberto Cavalli's 40th Anniversary Party with Heidi Klum, Rachel Bilson, Tyra Banks, Taylor Swift and More

 It's no secret that one of my favorite designers of all time is Roberto Cavalli. Few designers make leopard print as elegant and luxurious as Cavalli. More importantly, he knows a woman's figure. His silhouettes always accent the most beautiful part of a woman's shape without losing an ounce of refinement.

His expertise in tailoring and design was more evident than ever at his 40th Anniversary party in Milan as his designs were worn on the red carpet by some of today's hottest celebrities and models. Check out the gorgeous celebs that came out to his event from Heidi Klum to Taylor Swift and, you know the drill, choose who was MOST GLAM.

Rachel Bilson wowed in a leopard print floor-length mermaid gown with a one-shoulder neckline and red clutch.

Heidi Klum wore a nude shimmery gown with a plunging neckline. Stunning! She traded in her finger waves for a sleek pulled-back 'do and bangs.

Tyra Banks wore an animal print jumpsuit underneath a black blazer. She accessorized with strappy sandals and an animal print clutch. I think the look is too busy and doesn't accentuate her figure at all.

Covergirl Taylor Swift showed off her gorgeous legs in a black shimmery minidress and criss-cross strapped stilettos. And---surprise, surprise---she wore red lipstick to complete the look.

Leona Lewis blew me away on the red carpet in a peach gown with a melange of ruffles and chiffon fabric. While the skirt of the gown is a bit busy, I love the color against Leona's skin and sleek brown hair.


While Leona certainly gets the Most Improved award, my vote for MOST GLAM is with Rachel Bilson. I would never take that dress off! It's perfect. What do you think, Glamazons? Vote on your pick for Most Glam.

Who was MOST GLAM at Roberto Cavalli's 40th Anniversary Party during Milan Fashion Week.
	Rachel Bilson
	Heidi Klum
	Tyra Banks
	Taylor Swift
	Leona Lewis
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And here are my fave Roberto Cavalli pieces of the season and some less expensive pieces you can rock to recreate the look.

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Glam or a Sham: AMA's

Hey Glamazons!

By now, we've all seen and heard about the spectacles at Sunday's American Music Awards that everyone is talking about: Jennifer Lopez falling on her ass-et (what's more appalling to me is performing a "Louboutin" song not wearing Louboutins), Adam Lambert making out with a man, Jay-Z taking an alleged jab at 50 Cent while Chris Brown tweets "Cornball" and Q-Tip tweets about "cocky rappers."



But to me, the fashion was just as troubling.

While some celebrities looked beautiful, others took fashion risks that didn't quite pay off (Rihanna) or made amateur style faux pauxs (Whitney, where was your shapewear?).

Take a look at the celebrities that made us turn heads or scratch our heads and give your verdict: Glam or a Sham?

We loved Whitney Houston's ruched white gown but a Spanx would've smoothed out her (tiny) tummy.

Not at all crazy about Rihanna's Marchesa ballgown with floral cut-outs, and Easter Sunday ready white Mary Jane pumps. However, the red cat eyes (and Neil Lane jewelry) were everything.

We think Rihanna's body is AMAZING but the Fifth Element meets Amber Rose bandaged suit was way too much for us.



Lady Gaga's antics always amuse but the unsightly strap over her panties looks like a diaper or holster. Odd...not in a good way.

Alicia Key's Armani Prive dress was adorable, fresh and sexy. We love how she highlighted her amazing legs and kept her Lorraine Schwartz jewelry simple and stunning.



Her fall may be the talk of the town, but Jennifer Lopez's Marchesa feathery dress with beaded bodice totally makes up for it.


I live for Fergie's studded Armani Prive gown. Equal parts daring and dazzling.

Does it get any chicer than Shakira's yellow Versace minidress and Lorraine Schwartz jewels? Note to Rihanna: this is how cut-outs should be done.

I think the Biker Chic trend is completely overdone here. And Leona Lewis' soft hairstyle with cascading ringlets seems out of place when paired with her leather Vivienne Westwood dress, chains AND a three-finger ring. Not a fan.

We thought Mary J. Blige looked elegant but a tad too dressy for the event. Nonetheless, her expertly-styled blonde cut was the perfect complement to her glowing skin.

We loved Keri Hilson's sparkly Louise Golden minidress and Alaia booties. She always gets it right.


Though some critics feel Toni Braxton's dress is a bit too revealing for a 40-something star, I think her gown---and body---look stunning. The messy updo, on the other hand, is not red-carpet friendly. And she could've put that boy in a suit.

I think velvet is always a controversial choice, but when done right, it looks expensive and dapper. Jay-Z slightly misses the mark, in my opinion, with the brown color.

What do you think about these looks, Glamazons? Glam or a Sham?

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