IMAGE - Ireland's 100 Most Inspiring Women

O.K. Picture this. It's Saturday afternoon. I'm finishing a deadling, drinking coffee and basically chilling in my comfies at my laptop. I realise if I don't head up to the corner shop to get some provisions, I'll feel to lazy to move and just order Chinese. Bundled up, I truck on down to the KCR where I grab some provisions and the February issue of IMAGE magazine. Low and behold, my name appears in a feature entitled: Ireland's 100 Most Inspiring Women. How amazing is that? I love it when you have no idea of something and you see it and think 'Wow!' So, thank you IMAGE and 'Wow!' As an avid reader of your magazine, I'm very pleased indeed. May I also add, I am deleriously exicted about the reference to my frame as 'enviably slim'. Given that I am still nursing the post-Christmas mortification of splitting my leather Joanne Hynes dress (with my arse), this is a MAJOR ego boost. I would marry you all if you'd have me (and said burgeoning bum). Thanks again! xxx

Justin Bieber Goes White in a White Tuxedo at the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards

Justin Bieber's White Tuxedo from Dolce & Gabbana

Justin Bieber went white on red carpet, wore a velvet three piece tuxedo, shirt and bow tie all by D&G with a pair of Supra Skytop sneakers at the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards (February 13, 2011). Justin shared about his performance, “It’s about remembering to stay calm and not worrying. I don’t really get nervous. I’m performing with Usher and he’s so good.” Justin competed against Drake, Florence + The Machine, Mumford & Sons and Esperanza Spalding for Best New Artist.

Justin Bieber in Dolce & Gabbana White Velvet Three-Piece Tuxedo

Justin Bieber Grammy Tuxedo 2011

Justin Bieber Grammy Hairstyle 2011

Justin Bieber's Dolce and Gabbana White Tuxedo

Justin Bieber's White Tuxedo by D&G

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Metallic Gowns Trend: Celebrities Shine Like Stars at the 2011 Grammy Awards

Loads of sparkles and shine at the Grammys this year. A good number of female celebrities were seen dazzling the red carpet in metallic golden, silver and extremely shimmery evening gowns. Taking the word ‘star’ in a somewhat literal sense, they did shine on! Here are some prominent appearances at the Staples Centre, Los Angeles, in this style :

Leann Rimes in Reem Acra Metallic Draped Gown

Leann Rimes’ silver dress was something worth a notice. The V-neck wrap dress shine from its surface as well as its drapes. The short single-sleeve on the left was an element of interest added to the gown by its designer Reem Acra. Leann accessorized with Ippolita 18-karat “Rock Kandy” Drop Earrings in Brown Shell.

Heidi Klum's Golden Metallic Gown at the 2011 Grammys

Heidi Klum was looking every inch her glamorous self in the front slit golden gown by Julien MacDonalds. The dress featured a deep neckline as well as cut out sleeves. The long slit in the front was on purpose, however, to show the amazing and colorful Louboutin heels she had on, a fresh take on the heels typically worn with such outfits. She was minus accessories and sported a short bob hairdo.

Jennifer Lopez's Silver Metallic Dress at the 2011 Grammy Awards

Jennifer Lopez was upholding her tradition of wearing a short and catchy dress to the red carpet. Revealing her legs and curves, the flashy sequined dress was a creation of Emilio Pucci. Lopez carried off the look with a matching clutch bag and heels.

Selena Gomez's Metallic Gown at the Grammys 2011

Selena Gomez’s choice light metallic gown by J. Mendel was in contrast to Miley Cyrus’ loud Cavalli dress. She was also carrying a matching clutch by Judith Leiber and heels by Brian Atwood. The dark wavy tresses and pink lips gave the damsel a very defined look. Lorraine Schwartz was also her choice for jewels.

Miley Cyrus in Metallic Gown at the 2011 Grammy Awards

Miley Cyrus could not be missed in her tiger print silver and gold floor length dress. The young songstress didn’t disappoint her fans with her perfect ensemble. The beautiful antique bangles she had on both her hands and other accessories are by Lorraine Schwartz as well as Ofira. She paired this stunning Roberto Cavalli dress with black heels from Sergio Rossi and was beaming with confidence on the red carpet.

Kim Kardashian in Golden Metallic Gown at the Grammy Awards 2011

Another celebrity looking glam in gold was Kim Kardashian. The shimmery gown was designed by Kaufman Franco. She did not hesitate putting equally striking accessories on with her dress. Big round hoops, noticeable snake bracelet and a big ring on her finger, all by Lorraine Schwartz. Perhaps her heels were the only respite being a neutral shade, worn to complement her height. Accentuated eyes and wavy dark hair were another highlight of her overall appearance this year.

Miranda Lambert in Golden Metallic Gown at the 2011 Grammys

Miranda Lambert didn’t take many chances with her glittery gown, except for the unusual neckline and back details. Everything about this red carpet dress was formal and elegant. Her carefully chosen SR Nina Runsdorf jewels went well with the Georges Chakra dress. It was taken from the Edition collection by the designer for Spring 2011. Miranda went all the way to having metallic silver nail-paint on to make the look complete.

Snooki Sequined Metallic Gown at Grammys 2011

In a style of her own, Nicole Polizzi, better known as Snooki showed up in a puff sleeve short and shimmery metallic grey outfit. Her exaggerated accessories and clutch bag of the same shade made her distinct. The chunky earrings were the star attraction for her however.

Katy Perry Giorgio Armani Gown

Katy Perry continues her obsession with illuminated fashion wearing this custom-made Giorgio Armani gown with a Swarovski crystal bustier and long, flowing iridescent skirt.

Jennifer Hudson in Versace at the 2011 Grammy Awards Red Carpet

Jennifer Hudson Versace Blue Embroidered Dress

Jennifer Hudson walked the red carpet wearing a a navy blue chiffon mullet dress from Versace Pre-Fall 2010 collection paired with Christian Louboutin shoes at the 2011 Grammy Awards (February 13, 2011).  Jennifer complated her dress with a couple bangles and ring from Neil Lane jewelry. Her hair was sleek and sexy and she also went with a smoky eye. The “American Idol” alum is all ready to kick things off at the Staples Center venue alongside Christina Aguilera for a tribute to the Soul Queen, Aretha Franklin.

Jennifer Hudson in Blue Versace Dress at the 2011 Grammys

Jennifer Hudson Versace Dress

Jennifer Hudson's Blue Versace Dress

Jennifer Hudson Neil Lane Jewels

Jennifer Hudson Grammy 2011 Dress

Jennifer Hudson Long Straight Hairstyle

Kelly Osbourne Grammy Dress 2011 Kelly Osbourne chose a crinkled silk chiffon hand cut floral one-shoulder dress from the Tadashi Shoji Spring/Summer 2011 RTW collection for the 2011 Grammy Awards night (February 13, 2011). Kelly complated her look with Forevermark jewelry and Alexander McQueen shoes. She also had a custom body finish by St. Tropez. Kelly Osbourne in Tadashi Shoji Dress Kelly Osbourne in Tadashi Shoji at the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards Photos Kelly Osbourne in Tadashi Shoji Dress Kelly Osbourne Tadashi Shoji Crinkled Silk Chiffon Hand Cut Floral One Shoulder Dress Kelly Osbourne in Tadashi Shoji at the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards Photos Kelly Osbourne Tadashi Shoji Crinkled Silk Chiffon Hand Cut Floral One-Shoulder Dress Kelly Osbourne Grammy Hairstyle 2011 Kelly Osbourne in Tadashi Shoji at the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards Photos Kelly Osbourne Grammy Hairstyle 2011

Kelly Osbourne Grammy Dress 2011

Kelly Osbourne chose a crinkled silk chiffon hand cut floral one-shoulder dress from the Tadashi Shoji Spring/Summer 2011 RTW collection for the 2011 Grammy Awards night (February 13, 2011). Kelly complated her look with Forevermark jewelry and Alexander McQueen shoes. She also had a custom body finish by St. Tropez.

Kelly Osbourne in Tadashi Shoji Dress

Kelly Osbourne Tadashi Shoji Crinkled Silk Chiffon Hand Cut Floral One-Shoulder Dress

Kelly Osbourne Grammy Hairstyle 2011

Lindsay Lohan Kimberly Ovitz White Dress

Lindsay Lohan Kimberly Ovitz White Dress

Lindsay Lohan opted for a sexy look wearing a skin tight knit white dress by Kimberly Ovitz and Chanel 5185 sunglasses as she arrives at the Los Angeles Court House. Lohan was charged with a felony count of grand theft for allegedly stealing a 2,500 necklace from a jewelry store in Venice. LA Superior Court Judge Keith L. Schwartz threatened to send her straight to jail if she violated the law while awaiting trial. He also told her “You’re no different than anyone else, So please don’t push your luck’.

Lindsay Lohan's Airport Court House Look

Many eyebrows raised as the pictures of Lindsay Lohan arriving for her court hearing in LA appeared yesterday. The troubled starlet was dressed to kill in a tight white knitted dress by Kimberly Ovitz. Whether this is appropriate for court is debatable; ok it’s a little tight but Lindsay has followed the golden rule of showing legs or boobs and never both. There is also no doubting that Lindsay looked tres hot in this outfit, the addition of retro Chanel sunglasses and a casual ponytail adds to the general ‘I’m too cool for school’…or should that be court, vibe.

Lindsay Lohan Kimberly Ovitz White Knit Dress

Lindsay Lohan in court with her Lawyer Shawn Chapman

Lindsay Lohan at Airport Courthouse

Miley Cyrus Floral Fringed Coat

Miley Cyrus Floral Fringed Coat

Miley Cyrus attended the “Justin Bieber: Never Say Never” LA premiere. Miley chose in a far less impressive outfit contrastly the other arrivals. Miley went for flared jeans, flat sandals and a rather strange kimono by Nicole Richie’s range Winter Kate. Miley wearing her auburn hair long and curly for the event.

Miley Cyrus Floral Fringed Evening Coat

Miley Cyrus Floral Printed Long Coat and Blue Jeans

Miley Cyrus Floral Printed Dress

Miley Cyrus Long Curly Hairstyle

Justin Bieber D&G Dolce & Gabbana Dark Velvet Aubergine Blazer

Justin Bieber D&G Dolce & Gabbana Dark Velvet Aubergine Blazer

Justin Bieber attended at the premiere of his new movie “Justin Bieber: Never Say Never” held at Nokia Theater L.A. Live wearing a dark velvet aubergine blazer from Dolce & Gabbana on February 8, 2011.Justin sported his usual short hair for the event.

Justin Bieber Dark Velvet Jacket

Justin Bieber Dolce & Gabbana Dark Velvet Blazer

Justin Bieber in D&G at the Never Say Never La Premiere

Justin Bieber Never Say Never Premiere Outfit

Justin Bieber New Short Haircut

Justin Bieber Never Say Never LA Premiere

Christina Aguilera in Dolce & Gabbana Jacket and Skirt

Christina Aguilera in Dolce & Gabbana Jacket and Skirt

Christina Aguilera not only blew the Super Bowl audience away with her powerful rendition of the National Anthem but also surprised in the style stakes (February 6, 2011). Christina is better known for a uniform of the bum-cheek baring, suspender mandatory variety than Super Bowl night’s smart and modest ensemble. Christina wore a black Dolce & Gabbana fitted skirt suit teamed with statement Christian Louboutin Calypso pumps. Whilst Christina’s style seems to be a little schizophrenic (red light district to Wall Street it seems) this is undoubtedly a welcome improvement.

Christina Aguilera Dolce & Gabbana Jacket and Skirt

Christina Aguilera Dolce and Gabbana Black Suit

Christina Aguilera Dolce & Gabbana Black Jacket and Skirt

Christina Aguilera sings the national anthem

Christina Aguilera Dolce & Gabbana Suit