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January 27, 2007

CELEBRITY STYLE BLOG: SO MUCH FOR THE ANONYMOUS

Looks like Dina Lohan aka White Oprah is milking this for all it's worth! As daughter Lindsay is in rehab for pretty much everything, Dina is making the rounds to pretty much every entertainment news show out there, going off about how the relentless paparazzi should leave Linds alone and that her daughter's problems are always blown way out of proportion by the media. Shouldn't she be with Lindsay, helping her through this, instead of blabbing to the media when she just complained that they should leave her alone? Just saying.

LL left Wonderland on January 21 for a hot second to attend an AA meeting in Hollywood, where an unsurprising media circus ensued. Wearing The Secession's I-UZI-LA shirtwith black leggings, white hoops and a Hermes cuff, Linds was swarmed by almost 50 paparazzi. This is insane! I get that Linds is normally under intense media scrutiny, but at a time like this, when she obviously is looking to get healthy, I think the paps should let her have some time to herself, don't you think? I realize that if they weren't there, I wouldn't have had this picture to write this entry on, but it seems like if Lindsay doesn't get the help she needs now, it might be too late.

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DESIGNER OF THE WEEK: DUTCHY

Hailing from San Francisco, Audree Halasz imbues her unique line of Dutchy handbags with a love of classic design and a dash of carpe diem attitude.

Named after her father's mischievous boyhood reputation, the handbags follow suit with surprising details like eccentric brocade linings, beautiful beading and careful details. Halasz uses rare vintage fabrics whenever possible to complement the line's rich color palette of luxurious Italian leathers. Drawing inspiration from architecture, vintage treasures and daily life, Dutchy often features geometric forms sculpted in buttery soft leather to create a paradox of shape and texture. Utility is especially considered so items are kept organized and within reach for her busy clientele. Its no wonder celebrity fashionistas like Paris Hilton are snatching them up!

Check out Dutchy's delicious Spring menu and look for bright colors and new styles in Spring. Shop Dutchy

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STYLE TIP: HATS OFF...

Few accessories are as powerfully striking as a well-considered hat. From MJ's Fedora to a breathtaking Audrey Hepburn in My Fair Lady, a hat can transform its owner adding a confident nonchalance that can stop a room.

Of course, differing styles of hats are perpetually sliding in and out of vogue. A few years back, the Paperboy Hat looked smashing atop her Madgesty and husband Guy Ritchie. Remember the J-Lo floppy hat that made the summer of 2002 so shady? Well this year there are some amazing hat choices to be made. So take a peek and choose your weapon of choice.

The Scooter Cap: My personal favorite for this year, sparked by Marc Jacobs Spring collection, the Scooter Cap is a nod to 1960's mod with a neat, clean and demure shape. Marc barnacled his caps in gaudy jewels but a no-fuss version is just as fresh.

The Panama Hat: Your boyfriend will probably steal it. Everyone looks rich in a Panama Hat, perfect for the beach or vacay, its wide brim keeps sun and paparazzi at bay.

The Pork Pie Hat: Bad name, cool look. Think jazz musician, a short hat with a flat top and relatively small brim adds a dash of scenester; recently spotted on the Chanel runway.

The Slouchy Knit Cap: Still cool until it's too hot.

The Fedora: A perennial stylish move, the Fedora is unexplainably chic. As long as Timberlake keeps bringing Sexy back, we'll let the fedora stay.

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