TV Tuesday: The Snarky Stylings of E!'s Fashion Police

Normally, I'm not one for TV shows that make fun of people.  That's why I skip reality shows.  Nevertheless, I do enjoy the odd episode of E!'s "Fashion Police."  Hosted by queen of mean Joan Rivers and catty cohorts Giuliana Rancic, Kelly Osbourne, and George Katsiopoulis, the show scrutinizes celebrity red carpet and "off-duty" (think beach vacation) outfits and is seasoned by segments such as "Starlet or Streetwalker" and "Bitch Stole My Look," culminating in a best-dressed and worst-dressed pick at the end of the hour.  Now, when it comes to fashion, I'm pretty live and let live.  If something makes you feel good about yourself, then you should wear it, regardless of whether it's in style or what other people may think of it.  That having been said, if I were famous, then I'd probably be a "Fashion Police" repeat offender ("You've got too many things going on, sweetie, too many things," I can just hear Joan crowing.  "You look like a cross between a trannie and a circus escapee.")  Still, whether or not I agree with Joan and company's opinions, I can't help but be entertained and impressed by Joan's zinger-barbed wit.  Plus, it's fun to see all of the celebrity fashions.  I always wonder which stars choose their own dresses and which ones rely on a stylist, and if those in the stylist camp rip their stylists a new one after being the butt of Joan's arresting comments.  I also wonder if Joan ever gets hate mail, or if Hollywood regards her as a semi-sane grande dame to be indulged and humored.  But then, I guess the same question can be asked of any comedian.

Campy and irreverent, "Fashion Police" is an ornery oasis in the drought that is summer programming - whether you're wearing Miu Miu or a muumuu :)

Color Cannonballs into Summer

That's the kind of article headline I've been seeing lately.  It seems like a non-statement to me, because color is always big for spring and summer.  But I'm so beguiled by brights that I'm happy to jump on the parade float-worthy bandwagon:  Whether you shop sherbets or hunt for hotter hues, culling color for your warm weather wardrobe has never been easier.  High-end and mainstream stores alike are chock-full of candy-colored skinny jeans, plastic jewelry, scarves, bags, and countless other extras to feed your fashion frenzy.

So, what's with the ads?  I haven't traded journalistic integrity for free clothes. (Although if you're out there, Kohl's, Forever 21, and yes, even you, Betsey Johnson and Miu Miu, I only ever say good things about the merchandise I post, so feel free to toss me a trinket if you feel so inclined.)  I just liked the color, the splashiness, and the glamour of these virtual glossies and thought you might too.     

I can't conclude this post without revealing the price of the picnic-perfect Miu Miu slingbacks: $595 a pair!  For the same price you could get 11 pairs of $50 shoes plus 1 pair of $45 shoes.  Talk about staggering stilettos!