When Bad Fashion Happens to Good People: Cassie's Electro Love

Recently the women of Dime Piece Designs teamed up with Predicate Fashion Faux Pas Offender Cassie to direct the R&B Singer’s photo shoot. Images from the shoot will be featured in Cassie’s Fall 2009 Look Book titled Electro Love which also happens to be the title of her upcoming album.


As I look at the images, I can’t help but to wonder “Is it just me or does Cassie look like a cross dressing Betty Rubble in this shoot… How You Doin?!? Am I the only who thinks Cassie looks completely horrible in these photos - like a character straight out of the Fifth Element Movie?

Everything except for her clothing is completely wrong:

1. Whatever’s left of her hair is too long to put into a bun – I’m aware of the look that they were pulling for; however, it looks better on women with shorter hair I.E. Rhianna.
2. Her eye brows are too thick and cavemen like.
3. Last but not least, her makeup looks rubbish. I’m not sure if they were going for a retro, gothic, or futuristic feel but she's all over the place: messy.

Dwane Wayne flip up glasses – Hated it!

Why is it that such a pretty girl like Cassie puts a lot of effort into looking ugly and busted? According to Dime Piece Designs,

“A Dime Piece is a woman who appeals to her audience with genuine swag…… She is educated by the books as well as the streets”

If that’s the case, from the look of these pictures Cassie does not symbolize a Dime Piece at all. If I could choose one word to describe her look it would be: Barbaric. Where’s the swag – did she leave her fashion mojo at home AGAIN? Someone please help Cassie find her mojo!

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

- Suzanna

When Bad Fashion Happens to Good People: BET Award Show 2009

Celebrities hit the red carpet at last night's B.E.T. Award show. While some were dressed to impress, others showed up in the unexplainable --- committing fashion suicide. And just when I thought that B.E.T. and company couldn't possibly go lower, they have proven me wrong yet once again. En route to the award show "attributing Michael Jackson", Melody Thornton showed up in this unflattering skanky getup ...... and what a disgrace! Whatever happened to showing up at a tribute, award show, or an event with class? It seemed as though her butt cheeks were exposed. Someone should have advised her to wear something less revealing and more respectable. But what can you expect from a Pussycat Doll?!?!?









Next up is the demon of the night: Lil Mama. She showed up looking like Sheneneh Jenkin's little sister - Shenono. Doesn't this getup look like something you'll find at DOTS. Can someone please tell me who's her stylist so that I can beat her down with an ugly stick?!?! On the flip slide Lil Mama did come dressed for the occasion as a Thriller zombie.












And finally, the ultimate attention-seeker Cassie. Where can I begin?!?!? Everyone wants to be the talk of the red carpet - hopefully in a good way. There are some people who'll push their fashion limits and others who'll show up DOA (Dead-wrong on arrival) - and Cassie did just that. Fishnets are soooooooooo 90s. This getup should be worn at a club somewhere on South Beach and not at an award show "Attributing the King of Pop". What kills me is that Cassie actually thinks she's working this look SMH. There's a lot to be said when your shoe is layering more skin than your dress. It's no wonder Diddy failed to appear with and sit next to her.

3 Women - 3 Words: Classless ....... Tasteless ........ and Tacky!!

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

- Suzanna

New York Sightings: Amber Rose

Kanye West's former arm candy Amber Rose was spotted in New York City turning heads with her leopard print spandex. I'm usually in awe with Amber's fashion picks but I'm at a lost for words with this one: I just don't know what to think or say about this look other than it's different. It's not quite a "When bad fashion happens to good people" or "fashion homerun" moment for Amber. Everything above the waist is on key. Focus in on her boots... remember them back in the early 90s?!? I remember crying my heart out for a pair of the Payless (affordable) version. Oh the memories :)

When Bad Fashion Happens to Good People: Beyonce

Today Beyonce was out and about in London - stopping at Harvey Nichols as the modern day Raggedy Ann. Mrs. Carter decided to dress herself up in the dark figuring that she'll save both energy and money. Her hair was a disaster - frizzy, messy, and in desperate need of a relaxer. She needs to upgrade her shoe size as well - her toes look like packed hot dogs in those pumps. Also, check out her mouth piece: looks like glitter got caught in Beyonce's gums. What was Beyonce thinking when she walked out of her hotel!

Ladies, take note: this is a perfect example of why you shouldn't have yes men or women in your camp. Is it me or did she wear this same top just a few weeks back? I'm not sure if Beyonce recently fired her stylist but she's been looking fashionably awful lately. Whoever is responsible for this Fashion Faux Pas needs to sit home and collect unemployment and let a real pro take over. Como se dise Fashion Do Over?

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

-Suzanna

When Bad Fashion Happens to Good People: Makeup Edition

Dorothy we're not in Kansas anymore; instead, we're at The Makeup Show NYC 2009. While on my way to the show I ran into these two as they were taking a smoke break outside: Drag Lady in red and Queen Neferti-ti. From a distance I thought I was at the wrong place: maybe there's a drag convention going on somewhere near -- I must be lost. However, they were apart of the makeup show. Ladies, I know how we usually complain about not having anything to wear, but that's no excuse to substitute clothing for makeup.

Drag Lady in red and Queen Neferti-ti were very friendly and carried on nonchalantly after posing for the cameras. It was evident that they were pros at this. They used Special Effects (air brushed) Makeup for this look. It's usually used for costumes, theatrical events and not for the everyday wear. However, the eye liner must be drawn - there are limitations to wearing makeup and this is certainly one of them (for those who're getting bright ideas)!

I've got to give it to them: its creative, but desperate times don't necessarily call for deep foundation and bright eye shadows. Also, she wasn't wearing a shirt or bra underneath -- just a bra adhesive to cover up. Cab drivers stopped to stare at her freely exposed tetas. Did I mention that the temperature was in the mid 60s. How crazy is that: can you imagine taking the F train uptown and sitting next to these two?!? I don't care how creative, awesome, or thrilling you may find this but Ladies do not try this at home because someone will get hurt; if not by harrassment - it'll most likely be by an old lady's bag.

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

- Suzanna

When Bad Fashion Happens to Good People: Rihanna

Good Girl Gone Bad Fashion

Rihanna arrived to New York City this weekend after jetting to Hawaii and it looks like Ri-Ri left her fashion sense behind -- either that or she had 1 too many Luau drinks. What made her decide to wear these ridiculus black "working man" boots in the first place? I'm sure she had good intentions but the road to hell was paved with good intentions and her stylist should pour gasoline on these boots and set them on fire. It makes me wonder if her stylist is on vacation as well. Its a shame because Rihanna looks uber chic (minus the construction boots) and I really wanted to post something on that but her foot wear gave me such an eye sore that I was left with no other choice but to red card the .

What was Rihanna thinking?!?!

On a scale from 1 to 5 I'd give her a 3: She could've earned a high 4 but I just hate these terminator boots... yuck!

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

-Suzanna

When Bad Fashion Happens to Good People: Jennifer Hudson

This morning Jennifer Hudson performed on the Today Show wearing the ultimate Fashion Faux Pas! She looked like a blast from the past that we'd all like to forget. J-Hud wore a red ruffled sleeveless, top and charcoal pleated jeans that were far from flattering. This has got to be the worst case of camel-toe-itis I've seen thus far. It makes you wonder if she had a date planned with Joe the Camel afterwards. I call this her "throw back" look --- throw it back it the closet that is. She had her security in place but where were the fashion police --- why wasn't she red carded?

Due to her size, its very important that Jennifer chooses the right garments that will compliment her figure - which her stylist and fashion team failed to do in this case. I can't believe they let her walk out looking like this - aren't her pre-American Idol days over?!? The only fabulous thing she has on are her shoes. The jeans made her butt appear as flat as a pancake, her over-sized top added emphasis to her big bust line, and her accessories gave her wardrobe a lackluster lift. Accessories are supposed to compliment to your look and not fill a void. With this getup, she's one faux pas away from looking like a train wreck. For someone as fabulous as Jennifer - this is not a good look for the Dream Girl at all. The sad part about this is that Jenny seems as though she's actually feeling this look. SMH. Shame - shame.

I can't bare to see her like this anymore.

On a scale of 1 to 10, I'll give give J-Hud a 5 ... most of that is due to the phenominal performance she gave this morning.

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"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

- Suzanna

When Bad Fashion Happens To Good People: Rihanna

"It's a bird, It's a plane ........ it's Rihanna?!?!?!


Madame Butterfly Ri-Ri showed up at last night's Costume Institute Gala at NYC Met Museum of Art looking like a high class bug exterminator -- either that or a horse fly. I 've heard of shoulder pads, but what is going on with all of this? She could've hid a M16 in her sleeve and no one would notice. Remember the MC Hammer pants (back in the early 90s) - well, this is the modern day tuxedo version of it. Don't believe the hype Rihanna: Dolce & Gabanna or not -- this is a BONAFIDE fashion faux pas: talk about Disturbia! This is not like Rihanna. Usually Rihanna's stylist is pretty good on pulling off fashion stunts; maybe she's on vacation. Throw this couture garbage away Ri-Ri! I can't stop shaking my head at this pic. Atleast her Hair is fabulous. I'm sure she heard that all night; "Hey Rihanna, you look like a giant sized bow-tie but atleast your hair looks nice!" By the look on Rihanna's face, she didn't look too happy wearing this thriller rejected costume either.

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

-Suzanna

When Bad Fashion Happens to Good People: Beyonce

Offender Caught Clowning Around!

Beyonce made a tour stop in Vienna, Austria yesterday. Wearing sheer tank, J Brand jeans and silver Yves Saint Laurent boots, Sasha Fierce looked like Sasha Mess! This getup wasn't made for her and her stylist should have known better. Doesn't Beyonce look like a high-end clown (and I'm being nice when I say this)? This is a definately a fashion faux pas for B. There's no fooling me; I don't care how much this look cost her -- it's a no-no! Is this another case of "It looks better on her than me" for Beyonce because Rihanna pulled it off just a few weeks ago and did a fabulous job.

When Fashionwithfifi asked what you thought of Beyonce's look, here's what was said:
"She looks [like a] hot mess! It looks like she has no shape, and her pants aren't fitting [her] right" - Carlos in Brooklyn, NY



Ladies I know you adore and her style, but do not seek inspiration from this look (not her version atleast)! Dressing like this in public will definately keep you single [even if you're not trying to be].

When Bad Fashion Happens to Good People

Offender: Mario

This week we have our first male offender: Grammy nominated actor/ singer Mario Barrett. He performed at NYC’s B.B. Kings wearing nothing on his head. Yes ladies, he’s completely bald. As if his wide nostrils weren’t killing me already, he decides to expose his extraterrestrial-sized head.

I’m wondering why he would decide to go through with it when we all know that this isn’t his most flattering look. Doesn’t he look like a complete fool? I would suggest that Mario get a metal cap to go over his bullet head while he controls magnets like Magneto, because that’s the only way he’ll get platinum with this getup. Is this his way of taking Chris Brown’s spot? What’s up with celebrities and bad hair experiments nowadays?

Another celebrity do-do. SMH. I Just Can’t………………………

When Bad Fashion Happens to Good People

Offender: Cassie

Bad girl Cassie has pulled the major no-no. Baby girl, as Diddy puts it, has decided to shave off the right side of her head (while the opposite side remains long) and release pictures of her new do-do (because she looks like a complete fool) via twitter. Somebody should’ve told this girl something. I want to know what was Diddy’s reaction to all of this?!?! Oh, I get it; I know what she was trying to do - She was going for the rocker look but just isn’t rocking it well.

Note to Cassie: It looks better on people with shorter hair baby girl!


I’m sure she had good intentions, but let’s be serious: the road to hell is paved with good intentions. Just because you mean well it doesn’t mean that, that’s what’s going to happen. This is a perfect example of when haircuts go wrong. Better yet, another publicity stunt gone wrong. I swear some people just want attention – they give you things to talk about nowadays. These no-longer-be’s R & B chicks are utterly ridiculous, going out of their way to compete for attention and record sales. If you ask me, Cassie needs a FDO (Fashion Do-Over). She could do one of two things to correct this fashion-faux pas:

1. Pull a Britney Spears and shave the whole damn thing off
OR
2. Rock Bananas on her head like Bret Michaels until the other half grows back then try again.

Seriously, is this a stint for a show on MTV called Making the Hair Do? What’s next Cassie; a No-Hawk? Cassie needs to check out the latest wig at sally's Beauty Supply and cover that mess up.$5 off $25 or more at SallyBeauty.com. Use code 555202, exp - 4.30.09

On a lighter note those aviator glasses and that neon pink nail polish is Ba......NaNaS!!!!! I gotta find that lacquer.

Rating: On a scale from 1 – 5, I’d give Cassie’s Hair a 0 for this BITCHASSNESS Hair Do! Try again. There’s too Much Drama at Bad Boy for me to handle.