THE LOOK OF: MICHELLE OBAMA IN TOM FORD AT THE BUCKINGHAM PALACE STATE DINNER

While many people have said that the daytime ensemble Michelle Obama wore when meeting Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge (Kate Middleton, if you’re on friendlier terms) wasn’t her strongest, we’re head over heels in love with her look for the later state dinner at Buckingham Palace.

The First Lady wore a halter neck ivory Tom Ford gown with a bow detailed banded waist, matching opera length gloves and enough gleaming accessories to exemplify the style of American royalty. The First Family may not have any crown jewels to bring out for special occasions, but we think Mrs. Obama was every bit as stunning as the aristocratic (and more bedazzled) dinner guests.

So we can’t think of any better ensemble to kick off a new semi-regular series: The Look Of. We’ll take this space to identify some of the most striking celebrity looks, as well as more accessible options for recreating the look for your own event.

Tom Ford has played his publicity cards notoriously close to the vest when it comes to releasing images of his womenswear collections, going as far as requiring editors and invited guests to sign non-disclosure agreements before viewing presentations. So Michelle Obama’s choice for the Buckingham Palace state dinner had an appropriate level of secrecy and excitement about it even before being debuted in front of royalty.

If it’s available, you could expect to pay a few thousand dollars for a similar Tom Ford gown. If you don’t have the connections or the budget though, this Silk Halter Dress from Theia is $795 @eDressMe and features a similar banded waist, flowing skirt and ivory color. The sequined halter neckline is different, but is similarly great for showcasing toned arms.

When it comes to the stunning chandelier and teardrop earrings the First Lady wore, we’re pretty sure those are a custom creation, but you can achieve a similar look by combining two earrings for your own unique shoulder-length head turners. We love the Crystal Cluster Chandeliers by Badgley Mischka, $220 @Charm & Chain, to channel the shimmering detail of the top of Mrs. Obama’s earrings. The Teardrop Crystal Stone Earrings from Gerard Yosca, $105 @Charm & Chain, are stunning in their simplicity, but for full on luxe we’d remove the teardrop shaped crystal drop (which has the same slight hint of bluish-green that MObama’s earrings did) and add it to the Badgely Mischka earrings. A jewelry repair store would likely be able to make the modification.

When it comes to the crystal covered clutch, Rodo’s Evening Hard Clutch, $1767 @Forzieri, has a similarly stunning look to the minaudiere on Mrs. Obama’s arm.

While we can only see the slightest hint of her shoes, from what we could see the first lady went with silver closed-toe shoes. We’re guessing that any occasion you’d want to replicate the look for will be just a touch less formal, and for that we think the Leigh sandal by Bourne, $300 @Nordstrom, is a good place to deviate from the original look. There’s still plenty of glitz from crystals and metal beads, but it’s also a shoe that would look great with a cocktail dress.

Complete the look with shirred matte satin opera length gloves in ivory, $34 @Great Lookz. Stick with matte fabrics to replicate the First Lady’s look and pull off a white gown without looking like a misguided bride or prom attendee.

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Yeezy Spotted Canoodling With Kimmy Cakes After WTT Show “He Was Eating Her Up Like A Piece Of Cake”

Not everybody is disgusted by Kim Kardashian’s runaway bride behavior. Her “longtime friend” Yeezy was not shy about showing her some love at his Watch The Throne concert and afterparty this Tuesday:

Kanye West and Kim Kardashian only had eyes for each other Tuesday night.

A source who attended billionaire Ron Burkle’s after-party for Jay-Z and Kanye West’s “Watch the Throne” concert in Los Angeles tells us the hip-hop artist and the reality star looked like they wanted to do much more than just talk at the exclusive soiree.

“Kanye was eating Kim up like she was a piece of cake,” says the source. “He was all over her — caressing her head, touching her waist.”

“I think he was dying to kiss her, but there were too many people in the room,” the insider adds.

Kardashian, her sister Khloe, mother Kris Jenner and Scott Disick attended the “Watch the Throne” concert at L.A.’s Staples Center Tuesday night, where they sat in the front row of a raised ultra-VIP section behind center stage. Our source says a very pregnant Beyoncé sat next to them.

At one point in the concert, West leaned over the stage to greet the Kardashians.

Kim looked “really happy,” says the source. She was “hip-hop dancing” during the show and even swigged champagne from a bottle that Khloe was holding.

Isn’t she still married??? Just sayin’. And SMH @ Kimmy Cakes “hip-hop dancing” and swigging bubbly from the bottle.

Honestly, isn’t it about time these two get together for real? He’s got the world biggest ego, she’s got the biggest a$$. They’re perfect for each other.

ROSIE HUNTINGTON-WHITELEY COVERS THE JANUARY2011 BODY ISSUE OF HARPER’S BAZAAR UK

Named “The Body” after starring the newest Burberry perfume ad campaign, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley starts 2012 in great shape.

Photographer by Tom Munro, she will be the blond bombshell on the cover of Haper’s Bazaar January Body Issue. Some pages deeper, she will also feature an editorial, styled by Cathy Kasterine, with a taste of resort portraying the hottest swimsuits of the season.

Sharp watery blue eyes, voluptuous red lips and long golden locks make Rosie blossom into a pool goddess. Under the sun, wearing form fitting dresses and sexy bathing suits on top of femme fatale heels, she recalls a rich, powerful, woman waiting for her lover.

SASHA PIVOVAROVA HAS A BABY ON THE WAY

A russian website brought out the news of Sasha Pivovarova’s pregnancy. The 26 years old Russian model, married to the 46 years old photographer Igor Vishnyakov, is now pausing her model career. Three months pregnant, Sasha is calmly awaiting the arrival of her baby, far from the razzle-dazzle of the runways and magazine or publicity photo shoots.

Her return to the frenzy of the fashion world is scheduled to 2013. In the meantime, Sasha is fully dedicating the upcoming year to her maternity.

NAOMI PREIZLER FOR L’OFFICIEL PARIS DECEMBER 2011

Naomi Preizler’s classic beauty was at its best in the December issue of L’Officiel Paris. Alexander Neumann shot her at the Plaza Hotel, moving around a decadent luxury.

Vanessa Bellugeon styled her in expensive, delicate and sheer designer clothes (YSL, Alexander McQueen and Chanel were among them).

Straight from the alluring world of the glamorous movie stars of the 1920’s, the model looks innocently subversive. Dark smoky eyes, feathers, sheers and somewhat teasing clothes blur away the image of the pretty blond girl.

Wearing nude tones or darker ones, Naomi either stands out or blends in the velvety pastel background.

Even if a little twisted, the editorial ended up to be as sophisticated and playful as the rowaring twenties.