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Tom Brady vs. Eli Manning: Which Quarterback Has the Best Off-Field Style?

Tom Brady vs. Eli Manning: Which Quarterback Has the Best Off-Field Style?

Splash News Online (2) They’re both attractive, they’re both dads and they’re both at the top of their games: Tom Brady and Eli Manning have a lot in common. And the star quarterbacks — who will come face to face (er, mask to mask) at this weekend’s Super Bowl — are also somewhat immersed in the world of fashion. New England Patriots QB Brady has endorsement deals with Uggs and Under Armour (don’t even get us started on the extensive coverage of his ever-changing hair ), while New York Giants QB Manning recently designed a Citizen watch for charity . But off the field, both guys are pretty low key. Brady is often seen out in Boston with his family — wife Gisele Bündchen and sons Jack and Benjamin — wearing easy off-duty attire, while Manning generally keeps to himself, sometimes stepping out in New York for casual events in jeans and button-down shirts

Susan Sarandon, Eva Amurri Star in New Neiman Marcus Campaign

Susan Sarandon, Eva Amurri Star in New Neiman Marcus Campaign

Courtesy Neiman Marcus Like mother, like daughter! Susan Sarandon and newlywed daughter Eva Amurri Martino are putting their famous faces to work in Neiman Marcus’s latest “Art of Fashion” campaign. The stunning pair follows in the footsteps of Drew Barrymore , who starred in last year’s glamorous ads . In the 14 photos, which will appear in the March edition of Neiman Marcus’s The Book as well as high-fashion magazines, the actresses model looks from Burberry Prorsum, Chanel, Valentino, Giorgio Armani (left), Oscar de la Renta (right) and many more top designers

Is Rihanna Channeling Taylor Momsen?

Is Rihanna Channeling Taylor Momsen?

Courtesy Rihanna; PictureGroup We all know Rihanna can Talk That Talk , but who knew she was a  Gossip Girl too? When the singer debuted a sneak peek at her new platinum do (which she’ll sport on an upcoming cover of ELLE), we couldn’t help but think of another towheaded trouble maker: Taylor Momsen . With that chunky fringe and stained pout (not to mention that major ‘tude!), Rihanna is the spitting image of a good Upper East Sider gone bad.

A-Listers’ Newest Designer Crush: Erdem

A-Listers’ Newest Designer Crush: Erdem

Getty; Landov; Getty; Pacific Coast News With so many choices to pick from, it’s not exactly a coincidence when style stars like Michelle Williams and Kate Bosworth select feminine frocks from the same London-based label. Best known for micro floral prints and unabashedly feminine silhouettes, Erdem has become an offbeat industry darling. After Claudia Schiffer wore a runway look from his debut ready-to-wear collection in 2006, the designer went on to gain critical and capital success when Barneys New York became the brand’s primary stockist. (The Duchess of Cambridge helped put him on the map , as well.) In the past several months, A-listers have flocked to the lines ethereal frocks and punchy separates, alike. For the New York screening of My Week with Marilyn , Michelle Williams selected an embroidered slip, while ingénue Elizabeth Olsen made a statement in a $4,085 trademark print crepe de chine gown .

The Real Reason Reese Witherspoon Cut Bangs

The Real Reason Reese Witherspoon Cut Bangs

Pacific Coast News Nearly 84 percent of StyleWatch readers said they love Reese Witherspoon ‘s new bangs , but there’s a somewhat dark reason behind the star’s new hairstyle. During an interview with Graham Norton , airing Saturday night on BBC America, Witherspoon reveals details about her recent car accident — and the scar it left behind.

Felicity Jones’s Dolce & Gabbana Lip Service

Felicity Jones’s Dolce & Gabbana Lip Service

Courtesy Dolce & Gabbana Though we’re still scratching our heads over the definition, ‘ aristocratic sauvage girl ,’ we think Felicity Jones’s newly revealed Dolce & Gabbana beauty ads certainly make an impact. In the color-rich ads for the brand’s Khol collection ($20-$59), the up-and-comer looks every inch the Hollywood vet, sporting a perfectly smoky eye and deeply saturated gloss. Check out a behind-the-scenes clip (below), in which the Like Crazy star says the ad marks her first time wearing a full-blown red lip. “[It's] a new direction for me,” she admits. “But with Pat McGrath’s incredible artistry, I’ve tried something slightly different.” We think she looks insanely gorgeous, but want to hear from you

Banana Republic Goes Mad for ‘Mad Men’ — Again!

Banana Republic Goes Mad for ‘Mad Men’ — Again!

Courtesy Banana Republic Though Mad Men ‘s fifth season doesn’t premiere until March 25, Banana Republic is offering fans a second capsule collection inspired by the hit drama. Alongside the show’s costume designer Janie Bryant, the retailer has conceived 40 pieces of retro-style apparel and jewelry, which will be available online and in stores March 1.

Vote in Our StyleWatch Vintage Shopping Polls

Vote in Our StyleWatch Vintage Shopping Polls

Billy Farrell/BFAnyc/Sipa Are you a vintage shopping lover , like Rachel Bilson ? Are you a pro at finding great deals on gorgeous finds that have your friends in total awe? Or, are you a vintage virgin? Either way, we want to hear from you! Check out our polls below, and tell us about your vintage shopping habits (or lack thereof): what you’re buying, which eras you search for and more. Your answers could end up in an upcoming issue of PEOPLE StyleWatch! Take Our Poll Take Our Poll Take Our Poll Take Our Poll Take Our Poll

Blake Lively: Louboutin Handpicks My Shoes

Blake Lively: Louboutin Handpicks My Shoes

JGM/Pacific Coast News As if it weren’t enough having a heel in her honor , Blake Lively  also considers Christian Louboutin her personal shoe stylist. “When I’m going to an event,” she says in the newest issue of ELLE , “I’ll send Christian a picture of my outfit and say, ‘What shoes do you think I should wear with this?’” If we had to guess, the footwear guru then suggests a pair of his design from her “embarrassing” arsenal of red-soled masterpieces. “I hope to have a few girls one day,” Lively continues.

Are You Loving Olivia Thirlby’s Hairstyle?

Are You Loving Olivia Thirlby’s Hairstyle?

John M. Heller/Getty; George Pimentel/Getty Bieber called: he wants his swoosh back! Though the pop star’s once-iconic hairstyle is no more , Juno star Olivia Thirlby is picking up where he left off, trading her long brunette locks for a feminine version of his cut. Popping up at the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, last week, the starlet showed off her new look, which references Bieber’s with its bowl-ish shape and sweeping bangs. She’s got the perfect face for a pixie, but we want to know what you think. Tell us: Are you loving Thirlby’s Bieber-esque haircut? Take Our Poll VOTE NOW ON MORE STAR HAIR CHANGES

Emma Watson: I Am ‘Careful’ with Fashion

Emma Watson: I Am ‘Careful’ with Fashion

Justin Campbell/Startraks Despite her influential pixie and daring red carpet acumen, Emma Watson doesn’t consider herself glamorous. “My problem is that I am a little bit boring,” she admits to French Elle .

Emma Watson: I Am ‘Careful’ with Fashion

Emma Watson: I Am ‘Careful’ with Fashion

Justin Campbell/Startraks Despite her influential pixie and daring red carpet acumen, Emma Watson doesn’t consider herself glamorous. “My problem is that I am a little bit boring,” she admits to French Elle . “I don’t wear designer bags or big sunglasses.” And regardless of access to designer duds, the Harry Potter star’s downtime is underscored by a more casual approach to fashion: “When I don’t have to play Emma Watson in public, I’d rather not put myself out there,” she explains. “I have to be more careful with my look in my everyday life.” But what about those ubiquitous Lancôme beauty ads

Emma Watson: I Am ‘Careful’ with Fashion

Emma Watson: I Am ‘Careful’ with Fashion

Justin Campbell/Startraks Despite her influential pixie and daring red carpet acumen, Emma Watson doesn’t consider herself glamorous. “My problem is that I am a little bit boring,” she admits to French Elle . “I don’t wear designer bags or big sunglasses.” And regardless of access to designer duds, the Harry Potter star’s downtime is underscored by a more casual approach to fashion: “When I don’t have to play Emma Watson in public, I’d rather not put myself out there,” she explains. “I have to be more careful with my look in my everyday life.” But what about those ubiquitous Lancôme beauty ads ?

Barkley: ‘I cannot believe how bad the NBA is’

Barkley: ‘I cannot believe how bad the NBA is’

Charles Barkley minced no words when he called the current NBA product an embarrassment on ESPN Chicago 1000’s Waddle and Silvy radio show.

Mena Suvari Models Christian Siriano’s Spring Looks

Mena Suvari Models Christian Siriano’s Spring Looks

We’re thinking spring today thanks to this little heat wave hitting New York, so it was fitting that designer Christian Siriano ‘s spring/summer video look book hit our inbox this afternoon, as well! The clip features actress Mena Suvari gallivanting around New York’s Soho Grand Hotel in several of Siriano’s dreamy dresses. “I wanted this video to feel elegant and dramatic but still have a chic downtown vibe,” Siriano tells PEOPLE. “I also really wanted to show the collection in a different light than just a typical runway show. Not every customer sees a runway show, so it’s important to find new ways for the customer to fall in love with your collection and your brand.” Since this was Siriano’s very first video look book, he tapped “great friend” Suvari for the super-fun modeling job

Mena Suvari Models Christian Siriano’s Spring Looks

Mena Suvari Models Christian Siriano’s Spring Looks

We’re thinking spring today thanks to this little heat wave hitting New York, so it was fitting that designer Christian Siriano ‘s spring/summer video look book hit our inbox this afternoon, as well! The clip features actress Mena Suvari gallivanting around New York’s Soho Grand Hotel in several of Siriano’s dreamy dresses. “I wanted this video to feel elegant and dramatic but still have a chic downtown vibe,” Siriano tells PEOPLE. “I also really wanted to show the collection in a different light than just a typical runway show. Not every customer sees a runway show, so it’s important to find new ways for the customer to fall in love with your collection and your brand.” Since this was Siriano’s very first video look book, he tapped “great friend” Suvari for the super-fun modeling job. “She is stunning, an amazing actress and I really wanted this video to have real-life emotions and feeling behind it, which I don’t think I would have been able to capture with just a model,” he explains

Mena Suvari Models Christian Siriano’s Spring Looks

Mena Suvari Models Christian Siriano’s Spring Looks

We’re thinking spring today thanks to this little heat wave hitting New York, so it was fitting that designer Christian Siriano ‘s spring/summer video look book hit our inbox this afternoon, as well! The clip features actress Mena Suvari gallivanting around New York’s Soho Grand Hotel in several of Siriano’s dreamy dresses. “I wanted this video to feel elegant and dramatic but still have a chic downtown vibe,” Siriano tells PEOPLE. “I also really wanted to show the collection in a different light than just a typical runway show

Designer Katherine Hooker: Kate Isn’t Afraid to Say ‘No’

Designer Katherine Hooker: Kate Isn’t Afraid to Say ‘No’

Splash News Online; Inset: Rex USA Regardless of whether you think the Duchess of Cambridge is a sartorial genius or a repeat offender, one thing is clear: she knows what she likes. “Although it’s very conservative, there is something that sets her apart from just your average nice, conservative, well-brought-up girl,” bespoke designer Katherine Hooker tells New York   of her client’s style. “I think a lot of people think that she dresses very boringly, that she should be more fashion-forward and all that, but I think that she’s a very strong person, she has a strong personality.” Middleton also exercises her right to refusal: “There are some things that she’s definitely like, No,” Hooker reveals. “[She's someone] who really know what works, what she likes, what she doesn’t like.” Tell us: What do you think of the Duchess’s style? – Justine Harman CHECK OUT MORE PURVEYORS OF STYLE IN: ‘YOU ASKED, WE FOUND’

Designer Katherine Hooker: Kate Isn’t Afraid to Say ‘No’

Designer Katherine Hooker: Kate Isn’t Afraid to Say ‘No’

Splash News Online; Inset: Rex USA Regardless of whether you think the Duchess of Cambridge is a sartorial genius or a repeat offender, one thing is clear: she knows what she likes. “Although it’s very conservative, there is something that sets her apart from just your average nice, conservative, well-brought-up girl,” bespoke designer Katherine Hooker tells New York   of her client’s style. “I think a lot of people think that she dresses very boringly, that she should be more fashion-forward and all that, but I think that she’s a very strong person, she has a strong personality.” Middleton also exercises her right to refusal: “There are some things that she’s definitely like, No,” Hooker reveals. “[She's someone] who really know what works, what she likes, what she doesn’t like.” Tell us: What do you think of the Duchess’s style? – Justine Harman CHECK OUT MORE PURVEYORS OF STYLE IN: ‘YOU ASKED, WE FOUND’

Designer Katherine Hooker: Kate Isn’t Afraid to Say ‘No’

Designer Katherine Hooker: Kate Isn’t Afraid to Say ‘No’

Splash News Online; Inset: Rex USA Regardless of whether you think the Duchess of Cambridge is a sartorial genius or a repeat offender, one thing is clear: she knows what she likes. “Although it’s very conservative, there is something that sets her apart from just your average nice, conservative, well-brought-up girl,” bespoke designer Katherine Hooker tells New York   of her client’s style.

WATCH: Kate Walsh Joins the High Rollers with Billionaire Boyfriend Fragrance

WATCH: Kate Walsh Joins the High Rollers with Billionaire Boyfriend Fragrance

Forget that first ex-boyfriend — Kate Walsh is on to bigger and better guys. The Private Practice star is trading up with her new fragrance, Billionaire Boyfriend, the second in her “Boyfriend” series of scents . “The idea was always luxe,” Walsh tells PEOPLE.

WATCH: Kate Walsh Joins the High Rollers with Billionaire Boyfriend Fragrance

WATCH: Kate Walsh Joins the High Rollers with Billionaire Boyfriend Fragrance

Forget that first ex-boyfriend — Kate Walsh is on to bigger and better guys. The Private Practice star is trading up with her new fragrance, Billionaire Boyfriend, the second in her “Boyfriend” series of scents . “The idea was always luxe,” Walsh tells PEOPLE. “It’s kind of a throwback to times when things were just sexy and romantic, and that fantasy of James Bond movies, Monte Carlo, driving down the coast in a sports car … la dolce vita .” The fragrance mixes feminine and masculine notes of black jasmine amber, fruits of bergamot, tangerine, orchid, gardenia and sandalwood to create a super-rich scent. “It’s yummy,” Walsh says

WATCH: Kate Walsh Joins the High Rollers with Billionaire Boyfriend Fragrance

WATCH: Kate Walsh Joins the High Rollers with Billionaire Boyfriend Fragrance

Forget that first ex-boyfriend — Kate Walsh is on to bigger and better guys. The Private Practice star is trading up with her new fragrance, Billionaire Boyfriend, the second in her “Boyfriend” series of scents . “The idea was always luxe,” Walsh tells PEOPLE. “It’s kind of a throwback to times when things were just sexy and romantic, and that fantasy of James Bond movies, Monte Carlo, driving down the coast in a sports car … la dolce vita .” The fragrance mixes feminine and masculine notes of black jasmine amber, fruits of bergamot, tangerine, orchid, gardenia and sandalwood to create a super-rich scent

Alberta Ferretti Is Macy’s Next Impulse Designer

Alberta Ferretti Is Macy’s Next Impulse Designer

Courtesy Alberta Ferretti for Macy’s Doo.Ri’s designs for Macy’s haven’t hit stores yet (mark your calendar: Feb. 15!) but the store is already looking forward to its next big collaboration, this one with Alberta Ferretti. The Italian designer’s collection of dresses, pants, blouses and knitwear will hit Macy’s stores and macys.com on April 17. “The collection I created is fresh and bright, featuring light summer clothing that evokes the spirit of my beautiful country and is at the same time true to my style,” Ferretti said in a statement. “Macy’s numerous prestigious locations, as well as its important online presence, have been a unique and exciting opportunity for me to gift my ‘Italian Dream’ to a vast and diverse audience.” Ferretti’s collection for Macy’s includes looks “from bohemian styling to garden party fashions,” according to a release, and offers oranges, pinks, teals, teans and whites perfect for summer. The maxi dresses, boho blouses and prints will run from about $49-$119.

Alberta Ferretti Is Macy’s Next Impulse Designer

Alberta Ferretti Is Macy’s Next Impulse Designer

Courtesy Alberta Ferretti for Macy’s Doo.Ri’s designs for Macy’s haven’t hit stores yet (mark your calendar: Feb. 15!) but the store is already looking forward to its next big collaboration, this one with Alberta Ferretti. The Italian designer’s collection of dresses, pants, blouses and knitwear will hit Macy’s stores and macys.com on April 17. “The collection I created is fresh and bright, featuring light summer clothing that evokes the spirit of my beautiful country and is at the same time true to my style,” Ferretti said in a statement