Off the Rack

Last night’s episode of Ugly Betty literally had us convulsing with laughter when snarky receptionist Amanda (Becki Newton) donned an outfit that looked more like a torture device than a dress. After being told she was avant-garde designer Oswald Lorenzo’s new “muse,” Amanda was presented with an original creation (named after her, no less) which she immediately slithered into. Once it was on, she couldn’t move her arms or walk without looking like a duck. As Lorenzo’s “assistant” explained, “fashion is a pain.”

We’re all slaves to fashion sometimes — blister-inducing stilettos, insanely skinny skirts, bags that weigh down our shoulders — but we want to know: How much of a trend-slave are you? If you were given a one-of-a-kind creation would you wear it, even if it was a pain? What’s the farthest you would go to suffer for fashion?

Photo: Courtesy ABC

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Ready for St. Patrick’s Day tomorrow? Here are a few picks to help you channel your inner Irish lass. And lucky for us, green is a hot color for spring; some of these cuties can be worn all season long.

Make others green with envy with some colorful dresses:
1) Diane von Furstenberg printed wrap dress , $325; at bergdorfgoodman.com
2) Ella Moss jersey dress , $135; shopbop.com
3)
“target=”_blank”> Lux cascade halter dress , $68; at urbanoutfitters.com

Slip on some charming jewelry:
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“target=”_blank”> Red Envelope diamond horseshoe earrings , $175; at redenvelope.com
2)
“target=”_blank”> Dogeared “Love & Luck” necklace , $72; at dogeared.com
3)
“target=”_blank”> Eve’s Addiction four leaf clover pendant , $32; at amazon.com

A little extra luck:
1)
“target=”_blank”> Red envelope four-leaf clover key chain , $35; at redenvelope.com
2) Junk Food “Care Bears Lucky You” tee , $26; at 80stees.com
3) Lucky in love cami and boyshorts, $21 and $19; at personalizationmall.com

Photo: Courtesy bergdorfgoodman.com; amazon.com, 80stees.com

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Maybe Eva is more like Gabrielle than we thought! This is some hot workout gear by BEBE SPORT featuring short shorts, abs-baring tops, and a skimpy silver bikini. Spokesmodel Longoria shows off her athletic side in the new ad campaign (launching later this month). “I used to be an aerobics instructor so I really know what works well for that type of activity,” insists Longoria. ” I love how stylish and comfortable the collection is.” I guess there is such thing as working up a fashionable sweat!

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Photo: courtesy bebesport

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Our April StyleWatch issue hits stands today featuring cover girl Drew Barrymore. This month you can learn how Drew gets her effortless style, get the lowdown on little heels, check out super cute black and white dresses, see Jessica Biel, Reese Witherspoon and Madonna’s envious sporty style, find a new fragrance and plenty more. Can’t wait to pick one up? Here’s how to get Drew’s simple cover look.

Face:
Lancome Magique Blush in Pink Parfait, $29, lancome-usa.com

Eye:
Lancome Le Crayon Khol in Black Ebony, $22, lancome-usa.com

Lips:
Lancome Juicy Tube Smootie in Spring Fling, $18, lancome-usa.com

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We heard from so many readers who loved Star Jones Reynolds new (more professional) look, specifically her new blunt bob haircut. The usually long-locked Reynolds entrusted her longtime stylist Oscar James to chop off her mane on March 5, just two days before the press conference announcing her new show on Court TV. “She said she wanted a new look– something to showcase her great new body,” he says. James– who also styles Vanessa Williams– opted for a simple, classic bob spiced up with five different colors from blonde to golden to chestnut. After two hours of not peeking, Star, James recalls, “spun around in the chair and she took a deep breath a went ‘oh’. I thought I was in trouble. But then she started smiling, she loved it!” And what does the new host of Court TV have to say about her new look? “It’s a new chapter in my life!”

Photo: Matthew Jordan Smith

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