Plaza: Complex Magazine’s April/May Cover Girl

Posted on March 23, 2013 by Tom Castaneda

There’s no denying Aubrey Plaza is a complex woman… But she’s also a silly (string) girl, too.

The 28-year-old half-Puerto Rican actress/comedian graces the cover of Complex magazine’s April/May issue, complete with colorful silly string and a headline that proclaims her a “Funny Girl.”

Here’s what the Parks and Recreation actress had to say in the magazine:

On wanting to be an actress: “I always knew what I wanted to do. I wanted to be both a comedian and an actor. I got really into Saturday Night Live. I became obsessed with the idea of being on that show. I started doing improv. I always had a goal. It was always me saying, ‘I know what I want to do and I want to do it now!’”

On what she’s learned from Parks and Recreation: “It’s taught me everything. The biggest thing is gaining experience from doing it every day, so getting to work on the show for so many years has been the best thing for me. And it’s nice that the character I play on that show is pretty close to home. It feels like a part of me, something I’ve created. When I do movies or other projects I can say I want to do something different.”

On her character in The To Do List: “Yeah, The To Do List is gonna be fun because I’m not sarcastic, depressed, or weird in it. I’m a type-A, almost obnoxious kind of girl. I wanted to do something where I’m not the weirdo who’s in the back of the classroom for a change. I want to be the girl who’s in the front of the classroom raising her hand.”

The April/May issue of Complex is out on newsstands now.

Mars Graces the Cover of GQ’s April Issue

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Tom Castaneda

Bruno Mars has “the look” on the latest GQ cover…

The 27-year-old part-Puerto Rican singer graces the cover of GQ’s second annual “Style Bible” issue.

Mars looks oh-so-debonair in a sky blue shirt, tuxedo jacket by Neil Barrett, bow tie, Salvatore Ferragamo fedora, Brunello Cucinelli patent leather shoes and second skin grey trousers by John Varvatos.

The “When I Was Your Man” singer’s stylish look continues inside the magazine as Mars suits up, demonstrating how to rock a tuxedo jacket for almost any occasion.

Mars, whose sophomore album Unorthodox Jukebox recently reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, has been dressing to the nines since his arrival on the music scene, complimenting his upbeat music with plenty of style and panache. His most recent single, “Locked Out of Heaven,” is a massive hit.

“I haven’t done a song like that,” he tells GQ. “And hopefully every album, I’ll get that feeling. And shock the world! Shock the world!”

The April issue of GQ hits newsstands on March 26th.

Carey Releases Her 12th Fragrance: Mariah Carey Dreams

Posted on March 8, 2013 by Tom Castaneda

Mariah Carey is sharing her dreams with the world…

The 42-year-old half Afro-Venezuelan singer and American Idol judge has announced plans to release her next fragrance, which is described as “a sensual floral gourmand that delicately weaves together notes, each one symbolic of Mariah’s lifelong journey.”

Named Mariah Carey Dreams, the Grammy-winning singer’s twelfth fragrance will be available exclusively at Kohl’s stores this April.

The fragrance has notes of salted caramel, star anise, bergamot, toasted almonds, honeysuckle, freesia, lily of the valley, patchouli, Tonka bean and Madagascar vanilla.

“The different scents derive … from childhood to performing on the world’s stage, to being in love, to feeling loved,” said Carey.

If you can’t wait to get the fragrance, Mariah Carey Dreams is available on Kohls.com now.

Gomez: Harper Bazaar’s Latest Cover Girl

Posted on March 8, 2013 by Tom Castaneda

Selena Gomez is a cover girl once again…

The 20-year-old half-Mexican American actress graces the cover of Harper’s Bazaar’s April 2013 “Shopping Special” issue.

In the issue, Gomez – who will be starring in Spring Breakers this month – talks about love, fashion and more.

Here’s a sneak peek at what Gomez had to say:

On love being normal: “To me, love is normal. Of course, you see Jay and Beyoncé and you’re like, ‘Oh, my gosh, they’re perfect for each other,’ but at the end of the day their love is just like everybody else’s love.”

On believing in love: “I believe in love—yes, I’m one of those girls. Most of my friends believe in love. I went out with Katy Perry last night. She’s so fun and awesome, but it’s cool to see someone older believe in love too. She is all about it, and that’s how I will always be. I believe in stories like, ‘Oh, I met him in Starbucks.’”

On her style: “I do not give a damn what I look like, I don’t. I wish I could pay attention because Gwen Stefani, say, looks flawless. Of course, when I’m on red carpets, I’m nervous, sweaty, and weird.”

For more from the Wizards of Waverly Place star, visit HarpersBazaar.com.

Hernandez to Compete on NBC’s “Fashion Star”

Posted on March 2, 2013 by Tom Castaneda

She’s created looks for Mexican superstar Gloria Trevi… But Johana Hernandez could soon be dressing America.

The 26-year-old Salvadoran American fashion designer, the daughter of immigrants, has been selected as one of the 13 contestants for the second season of NBC’s Fashion Star.

Hernandez was selected from 16,000 aspiring designers who applied to take part in the network’s fashion design competition, which features Nicole Richie as a mentor.

Hernandez says she’s aiming to showcase authentic Latino style this season, which premieres on Friday, March 8.

“This is my opportunity to represent Latinos in a field where the inspiration always comes from Europe,” Hernandez told Efe. “The designers don’t look to the modern Latin woman for inspiration, that’s what I come to propose.”

That modern Latina, according to Hernandez, is a woman who “doesn’t show too much, but at the same time is glamorous and revealing in an elegant way.”

Even though she’s a young designer, Hernandez has gained some great experience in the industry. She’s the principal designer for Seven7 jeans and Mexican singer Gloria Trevi will be wearing some of her creations on stage during her upcoming world tour.

But Hernandez’s biggest professional aspirations are riding on her own fashion line, Glaudi.

“My designs are born of my roots and my family history,” she says. “They have a lot of detail and a lot of meaning. “It’s a style with roots.”

Hayek: The Oscars’ Best-Dressed Latina By a Neck

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Tom Castaneda

In a night that saw few Latina luminaries on the red carpet at this year’s Academy Awards, Salma Hayek managed to represent the entire community in fine fashion…

The 46-year-old Mexican actress, who served as a presenter at this year’s Oscars, even stood a neck above a majority of Hollywood’s starlets with her golden collar.

Here’s a look at the night’s best-dressed Latinas:

Salma Hayek

Hayek, who earned an Oscar nomination for her performance in Frida, wore a deep midnight blue velvet Alexander McQueen gown with a dramatic collar. The heavily embellished halter neckline, dripping in gold, was reminiscent of the ones worn in the 1990s.

Hayek completed her look with the label’s gold skull box clutch and her hair in bold bun.

Zoë Saldaña

She may be appearing in Star Trek Into Darkness in the near future, Zoë Saldaña there was nothing bleak about her Oscars gown. The 34-year-old Dominican/Puerto Rican actress turned heads in a gorgeous Alexis Mabille Couture dress.

Saldaña completed her look with Neil Lane jewelry, Roger Vivier shoes and a Salvatore Ferragamo clutch.

Helena Bonham Carter

Known for her quirky style, Helena Bonham Carter wore a gown from her go-to designer, Vivienne Westwood.The part-Spanish actress, who performed with the cast of Les Miserables during the show, chose a simple black, grey and white dress.

Gomez-Gracia Dresses Maria Menounos at the Grammys

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Tom Castaneda

Patricia Gomez-Gracia is making a splash on the Grammys Awards red carpet once again…

One year after dressing Carrie Underwood for the 2012 Grammy Awards, the 30-something Spanish designer was at it again.

This time, Gomez-Gracia, who was born in Madrid and raised in Miami, brightened up Extra host Maria Menounos’ look with a long-sleeved, yellow form-fitting dress with a thigh-high slit up the center front.

The contemporary evening dress, fittingly called the “Slits Dress,” is made of viscose – jersey and featured a leather waist belt and leather Swarovski studded cuffs.

Rivera: The Best-Dressed Latina at the SAG Awards…

Posted on January 28, 2013 by Tom Castaneda

Naya Rivera didn’t pick up The Actor at this year’s Screen Actors Guild Awards, but she did earn best-dressed Latina honors…

The 26-year-old half-Puerto Rican actress/singer turned heads on the red carpet at the Shrine Exposition Center at Sunday’s SAG Awards.

Rivera, nominated for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series along with her Glee co-stars, rocked a Donna Karan Atelier black gown with a sheer exposed inset that not only showcased her ample cleavage, but added geometric appeal to her neckline with its intricately designed corset.

Rivera completed her look with Stuart Weitzman shoes, Neil Lane jewels and a Judith Leiber clutch.

But Rivera wasn’t the only Latina wearing a Donna Karan Atelier gown…

Sofia Vergara, who beat out Rivera and her castmates to claim her third consecutive SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series with her Modern Family co-stars, proudly displayed her curves in a skin-tight Donna Karan Atelier white lamé gown.

Vergara, who just received a pilot order for her Killer Women project from ABC, finished off her show-stopping look with white platforms and a million dollars worth of Neil Lane jewels.

Morena Baccarin, nominated for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series with her Homeland co-stars, resembled a proud peacock in her Basil Soda dress, which featured a feather-like print and a leg-revealing slit. The 33-year-old Brazilian American actress completed her look with giant Jacob & Co. earrings.

Mad Men’s Alexis Bledel left red carpet watchers green with envy at the SAG Awards. The 31-year-old Argentinean and Mexican American actress, best known for her starring role on Gilmore Girls, rocked an emerald green Rena Lange pleated dress that helped highlight her eyes.

Bledel, who walked the red carpet with her boyfriend and Mad Men co-star Vincent Kartheiser, topped off her looks with House of Lavande vintage jewels and an Amanda Pearl clutch.

Lea Michele proved to be pretty in pink on the red carpet. The 26-year-old half-Spanish actress, nominated for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series along with her Glee co-stars, wore a strapless fuchsia Valentino dress, Jennifer Meyer jewelry, Jimmy Choo shoes and Fendi bag.

Lucy Liu Marvels in Herrera’s Floral Fancy Gown…

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Tom Castaneda

Carolina Herrera may not have attended the 70th Annual Golden Globes… But her work was in full bloom on the red carpet and awards show stage.

Elementary star Lucy Liu made a bold and unconventional choice when she dressed in one of the iconic Venezuelan fashion designer’s most eye-catching gowns.

“It’s quite different, it has a beautiful romantic twist” said Liu of the whimsical strapless gown, which was part of the designers Pre-Fall 2013 collection.

To let Herrera’s dress, one of the most voluminous of the night, get all the attention it deserved, Liu kept her accessories to a minimum with diamond drop earrings from Lorraine Schwartz jewelry.

It’s Herrera’s latest big Hollywood moment… She previously designed the bridal gown worn by Kristen Stewart’s character Bella in The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part I.

Alba: Best-Dressed Latina at the Golden Globes

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Tom Castaneda

The 70th Annual Golden Globe Awards marked the official start of award season… And, this year’s event featured several of Hollywood’s hottest Latina luminaries on the red carpet, in the audience and on the stage.

From Jessica Alba’s silk trumpet gown to Eva Longoria’s slit-to-the-hip dress, the Latina style-stars, dressed to the nines in their designer frocks, simply sparkled.

Here’s a look at this year’s best-dressed Latinas at the Globes:

Jessica Alba

She may have earned her only Golden Globe nomination for starring as Max Guevara on Fox’s sci-fi series Dark Angel, but there was nothing dim about Jessica Alba’s look at this year’s show.

The 31-year-old half-Mexican American actress – one of the night’s presenters – shined brighter than the sun in an orange silk faille trumpet gown from Oscar de la Renta. And Alba, who will be starring in this year’s Sin City sequel, paired her fiery frock with a $5.8 million Harry Winston diamond necklace, as well as diamond earrings and a cocktail ring all set in platinum. And she capped off her look with a fuzzy orange Roger Vivier clutch.

From head to toe, Alba’s look was nothing short of perfection, making her the night’s best dressed Latina.

Eva Longoria

Eva Longoria just missed out onbest-dressed honors by a leg. Literally!The 37-year-old Mexican-American actress and former Desperate Housewives star sizzled in an oh-so-revealing black Emilio Pucci gown.

Longoria, a presenter at Sunday’s awards show, proved there’s nothing lackluster about a black dress in the stunning gown that featured a slit cut up to her hip.

And, the Texas-born starlet seemed to take the popular Lone Star State saying, “The Bigger the Hair, the Closer to God,” to heart with an impressive pouf.

Rosario Dawson

It’s no wonder she’s starring in Danny Boyle’s Trance; Rosario Dawson is a dream in her form-fitting powder blue gown. The 33-year-old Puerto Rican/Cuban American actress’ figure-flattering dress featured an on-trend peplum effect that helped spotlight her curves. And Dawson completed the look with some sparkly Lorraine Schwartz jewelry.

Sofia Vergara

Sofia Vergara may have failed to win a Golden Globe for the third straight year, but the 40-year-old Colombian actress didn’t let that cramp her style. The Modern Family star oozed sex appeal in a black sequin sweetheart gown..

“I usually try to stay away from black, but I love the dress,” said Vergara of the eye-catching gown from Filipino designer Michael Cinco.

Vergara completed her look with slick hair and Lorraine Schwartz jewelry.

Jennifer Lopez

Don’t blame this year’s Golden Globes hostess and nominee Tina Fey for wanting to share some screen time with Jennifer Lopez during the announcement of the winner in her category. The 42-year-old Puerto Rican actress/singer left little to the imagination in Zuhair Murad‘s nude long-sleeve silk gown featuring an ivory embroidered lace overlay with beading detail from the designer’s spring/summer 2013 ready-to-wear collection.

Lopez, who served as a presenter with her Parker co-star Jason Statham, accessorized with Christian Louboutin shoes, a Jimmy Choo bag and Le Vian jewels.

Salma Hayek

Salma Hayek has curves… and she knows how to put them on display. The 46-year-old donned a perfectly fitted Gucci Première gown with a large bow at her oh-so-small waist. The Frida star paired her stunning dress with glistening gems.

Nicole Richie

Nicole Richie channeled old Hollywood glamour in a periwinkle embroidered Naeem Khan gown. The 31-year-old part-Mexican reality-TV-star-turned fashionista and Fashion Star mentor completed her look with Brian Atwood shoes, a House of Harlow 1960 Jude clutch, H. Stern earrings, and rings by Arunashi, Sylva & Cie, Elahn and House of Harlow 1960.

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