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February 2nd.

Groundhog Day.

If Bill Murray see’s his shadow, there is another six weeks of winter. Do you want more winter digs or are you ready to trade in your ski jacket for a swimsuit and sandals?

Do you want Bill Murray to see his shadow?

Zoe Saldana

Looks angelic in this stunning white Givenchy gown with this fierce blang blang spiked crystal collar.Glamorous Makeup and a chic up-do completed this red carpet wowser.

Emma Stone

I’m kinda really feeling Emma Stone’s look. Shes taking a risk but the more I look at it the more it wows me. The Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen threads is like Black Swan goes to a dance off at Rydell High but I love it. This bomb-bodice gives an  eye opening exploding lace effect, paired with a hot pair of open toed shoes? Judge Jeannie says Stone is guilty of taking a fashion risk that paid off.

Viola Davis

Ok Miss Thang. You look like an goddess gracing the carpet with your divine presence.  I absolutely love this strapless cream Marchesa number with a gold embroidered bodice. I think it looks amazing against her skin tone and I love the way the dress flows as if she is floating on a cloud down the carpet.

 Angelina Jolie

As per usual, Saint Angelina looks frikken AMAZEBALLS in this dark metallic Jenny Packham dress. Dark, mysterious and demure Angie manages wow yet again. Does this woman EVER look bad?

What do you guys think? Do you agree with mai fave frocks for the SAGS? Tweet or facebook me and LMK.

First off I have to thank you Jeannie Bugs for writing, posting, tweeting, emailing the most amazing questions and letters to me. THANK YOU so much. And I don’t mean just for watching How Do I Look or seeing what I’m wearing next, but for being so powerful in your own ways to encourage one another and recognizing how special you each are.

I got this letter this Sunday and it just hit me like a Cupid’s arrow that I had to share. I love when Style spreads love.

Thanks Sophie.
“Our daughter, Sophie, loves your show How Do I Look.  Every Monday, she would watch your show before brushing her teeth and going to bed.  When I ask her what theme she wanted for her birthday, she said a “Jeannie Mai” theme; not Barbie or Hello Kitty, Jeannie Mai.

The funniest thing was, as I was getting ready to go to work, Sophie looked at what I was wearing and said, “Mom, what would Jeannie say?”

Anyway, my daughter is teaching me to appreciate being a girl and making sure I take care of those things that I didn’t care about before, fashion and hair.  She and I are bonding over your show, so thank you for that.  As you can see, she wanted to make sure her best pink jacket matched her socks…

Sincerely,
Roe Narvarte”

I couldn’t help but to respond like asap.

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JEANNIE MAI REDEFINES TASTE

T: Jeannie, when someone asks what you do for a living, what do you say?
JM: I say I’m a television personality, slash ambassador for Girl Power.
You’ve been quite busy over the last year. What are some of things on which you’ve been working?
T: You’ve been quite busy over the last year. What are some of things on which you’ve been working?
JM: Between shooting the 12th season of How Do I Look and adding a special episode in Australia, I’ve joined the ranks of Yoplait and Avon to encourage women to express their individuality and stay healthy at the same time. I shot what I think will be the best fashion reality show ever called Fashion Star for NBC starring Elle Macpherson, Nicole Richie, Jessica Simpson, and John Varvatos, right before flying out to Sao Paolo, Brazil to co-host Miss Universe. Between appearing on segments for the Today Show, The Doctor’s, and Nate Berkus, I wrapped the life changing series of Biggest Loser as the stylist for makeover week, meanwhile taking makeovers to a whole new level with Ellen Rakieten of Oprah, Ken Paves and Cat Deeley with her new pilot, then slid in a holiday special for Style Network starring myself and my adorable hubby, airing this Dec 11 if you’re able to catch it!
T: How was Brazil?
JM: Brazil was amazeballs! How can one country be that over populated by gorgeous women??? But the best thing about Brazil was the people. Everywhere I went I was completely swept off my feet from the hospitality and warmth of loving, proud Brazilians. It was truly an unforgettable experience.
T: How did you start hosting your show?
JM: I’ve been a familiar face on Style Network for many shows and appearances before HDIL. It was just perfect timing that the show decided to evolve and I was brought into place.
T: Like a lot of new show hosts, you probably did not expect it to last as long as it has. What do you think has fueled its longevity?
JM: Although “How Do I Look” has lasted a great time, it still uncovers something we need to learn more about: self worth. Many guests on my show just don’t understand how worthy they are to dress the way they deserve. Therefore they find themselves struggling in relationships and losing more self confidence by the second. HDIL not only reinforces these women on how to see themselves differently, but I take them through a tough, yet very real experience to get them to see what they can do to change their lives immediately.
T: Where do you see lifestyle television going, especially when you see the changes in television versus online broadcasts, as well as scores of new programs across networks?
JM: To be honest, makeover shows are not going to go anywhere because every single person could use a makeover. Secondly, We are obsessed with makeovers, we are constantly wanting to see what can become bigger, better and more beautiful. The only thing I do see possibly changing is that viewers are watching more thing online than onscreen, so we will probably see more programming streaming their shows online.
T: Do you have any designers that you believe we should keep our eye on?
JM: I have been lovin’ the fierce jewelry from Ben Amun, like these incredible Metal Spike Earrings on opensky.com. I also really am feeling Willow & Clay. They make super cute yet chic clothes that you can wear day or night! Luckily, You don’t have to search for the designers I love, because I bring them straight to you! If you go to opensky.com/jeanniemai you can get these fab items all in one place at a discount because you are friends with me!
T: We’ve noticed you like to make a statement with shoes. Is there a style philosophy behind that?
JM: I believe that shoes shouldn’t make you want to walk; they should make you want to strut! Therefore all of the shoes I wear describe my personality, the direction I’m heading and can hold the entire outfit on their own.
T: Any favorite foods (or drinks)?
JM: Mai fave foods are anything that have unique combos or twists, for examples a peanut butter sandwich with bacon or lemongrass inside of ice cream, I love how artistic chefs can get by fueling foods together in interesting ways we never tired. I also have a little gritty part of me that’s obsessed with tripe, tendons or pig ears. I think it’s the Asian in me. I say I’m like Andrew Zimmer. Except that it has to be cooked and that I’m a tad better dressed.
T: Is style a way of branding oneself?
JM: Style is absolutely a way of branding yourself, its been proven that people take 3 seconds or less to judge you based on your appearance. With that being said the colors, style and manner I which you present yourself will complexly deliver a message to the people who see you, you just want to make sure that message is what you meant to say.
T: What do you recommend to others building a brand?
JM: When it comes to branding yourself, first simply it by thinking about the three most unique traits about your personality and lifestyle that sets you apart form everyone else. Next figure out a trademark line, which would describe you in one sentence to anyone that asks. Begin to style yourself in the right colors and textures that makes your brand clear.
T: Is there a brand Jeannie Mai?
JM: The brand Jeannie Mai says. Fashionista, Foodiva, Wearapist. “Where my style and heart bring you full flavor.”
T: So what’s next?
JM: What I would like to do next is to teach wearapy across the world. Wearapy is my theory that clothing can enhance your mood in situations in your life. Through me women will learn the power how they can empower themselves and their life situations all in one look.

Isn’t she lovely? Our very own Jeannie Mai fits right in with Tinseltown’s A-list on the Golden Globes red carpet in her stunning custom red satin gown by Italian couture designer Ines Di Santo. The How Do I Look? host couldn’t resist going Old Hollywood glam, and styled her famously blue-streaked, jet-black locks into retro, long curls.

The fashion expert sparkled like the stars with glittering jewels and box clutch. She’s even got the pose down!

Make sure you watch your girl as she hosts The Golden Globes Pre-Show on NBC. The gorgeous gal, along with Carson Daly and Natalie Morales, will be chatting with the nominees and presenters. And keep coming back to mystyle.com as we break down the night’s biggest fashion and beauty trends!

I’m Ivy and I’m 14, and im also vietnamese Watching your Heartbeat Vietnam video really touched me. You are SUCH a HUGE inspiration to me. When it comes to fashion, make up and especially personality wise. I’m going to spread the word about the amazing Jeannie Mai. Keep up your amazing work, and please, PLEASE do a meet up when you visit Vietnam when you do *insert girly fangirl scream*

You’d make the best older sister Ve vietnam choi di, chi. Vietnam loves you <3 Annd so does the rest of the world

Ivy, thank you for this message. You encouraged and inspired me by being such a voice in your community for Heartbeat Vietnam and with your positive, infectious spirit. Thanks for all of your support and do keep your thoughts coming on how we can encourage other young ems* out there! I absolutely plan on making it out to Vietnam again soon and when I do, you’ll be the first to know!

em = lil sister in Vietnamese

Hi friends, happy friday to you and yours and mine. Since its fashion friday, I wanted to share with you one of my favey accessorights atm.

The Dekkori shoe accessorie. These amaze lil gems do wonders and can give you numerous interchangeable options to make your shoes stand out, but his however, is something you need to see for yourself.

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So there you have it friends.  Follow me on opensky , then Tweet me which shoe you want to dekorri, and I will personalty suggest the  perfect dekorri for YOU!

Dekkori on Opensky

“FASHION WEARAPIST” JEANNIE MAI HOST STYLE.NETWORK “HOW DO I LOOK?”

The petite fashionista 5’2? Jeannie Mai is best known as the host of The Style Network’s two-time Emmy nominated television program “How Do I Look?” More than just a fashion-intervention show, Jeannie empowers women to discover their true beauty, overcome their insecurities, and employ fashion to give them the confidence they need to help achieve their career goals.

Jeannie was also named the backstage fashion and digital correspondent for the highly anticipated NBC show “Fashion Star” and after recently returning from Brazil where she hosted the 2011 Miss Universe pageant, she was named as the new on-camera fashion expert tasked with contestant makeovers on NBC’s hit franchise “Biggest Loser”. Jeannie is also a style expert for Perez Hilton’s hit fashion website, which brings in over 9 million unique visitors per month, and appears as a frequent fashion correspondent on the “Today Show” and “E! News.”

Prior to her current role at the Style Network, she was part of the on-air beauty squad on the hit TLC series “10 Years Younger” and one of the judges on the TLC series “Miss America: Reality Check.” She has also appeared as a popular host for several other networks including: E!, NBC, MTV, TLC, and Lifetime and has also hosted a wide variety of other specials at Style Network including: “Dude, Where’s your Style?,” “Go Fix Yourself,” and “Lucky Shops” in conjunction with Lucky Magazine.

Before becoming a television personality, Jeannie was a celebrity makeup artist and stylist from San Jose, CA. Throughout her career she has worked with celebrities including: Sarah Jessica Parker, Alicia Keys, Jennifer Aniston, Christina Aguilera, and Kelly Osbourne. She premiered on the Emmy-nominated Asian American television magazine show “Stir.”

After gaining attention for her spunky personality and knack for style, she became an entertainment reporter and producer of the WB’s “Daily Mixx” before moving to Los Angeles to host MTV’s “Granted” alongside Frankie Muniz. Her big break came when she was tapped as the host of “Character Fantasy” on USA Network and eventually became a regular correspondent for “Extra.”

Jeannie has made it her mission to inspire, educate, and empower women, receiving rave reviews as a speaker on the main stage at Maria Shriver’s The Women’s Conference. This passion for empowerment has given her the title of “Wearapist”. The title comes from her psychology of style she has calls “Wearapy” which is her practice that style and wardrobe can have an empowering and healing effect on a woman’s confidence and mood.

Rather than focusing on trends or labels, Jeannie teaches how color and textures in personal wardrobe choices can dramatically enhance a woman’s self-confidence and mood, while transforming the environment of situations around her. Deeply committed to a wide variety of charitable causes from Seven Bar to Dress for Success, Jeannie also uses her recognition as a Wearapist and a Fashionista as a platform to promote fledgling female designers and entrepreneurs.

BELLA PETITE HOUR PODCAST NOW PLAYING:

Tune in to the Bella Petite Hour (with host Ann Lauren) for a special “Your Personal Branding”edition featuring Jacqueline Peros a Corporate Image and Style Expert and a Personal Branding Strategist, along with celebrity guest Jeannie Mai a “Fashion Werapist” and the host of Style.Networks “How Do I Look?” Together they will both tell you how to discover your personal brand to get hired and how to use color to persuade decisions and capture your man!

The Bella Petite Hour live broadcast are every Tuesday at 1pm EST on America’s Web Radio. The podcast are available here on the Bella Petite radio page and itunes.