Lea Michele may play tight-ass super singer Rachel Berry on Fox’s break-out hit Glee but unlike her character, Michele has a fabulous style of her own that is  fashion-forward, age appropriate and extremely classy.

My favorite looks of Michele’s have been on the red carpet. She never fails to look glamorous and trendy at the same time.

Look Numero Uno:

That is not the Rachel you know and love (maybe hate), Michele steps out on the red carpet looking impeccable. She incorporates so many trends into one look without looking overdone, actually it looks pretty effortless. This girl combines a hot fashion color (white), short hemline, one-shoulder, crocheted fabric and nude heels, understated seductive make-up and she is stunning.

Look 2:

Ok. Electric blue is hot. It’s not a hard color to pull off, but this sizzling color accentuates Michele’s dark hair and olive skin tone beautifully. She even pairs matching heels (look like Steve Madden’s to me, a pair I desperately wanted actually) without looking like a smurf. And must I mention the back cut-out? Miley needs to take a note, because Michele dresses age appropriate for the age-range of her fan base but still manages to be sexy. (The draping of the top of that dress is on-point.)

Look 3:

Another thing I love about Michele is that she is not afraid to wear color. As a true believer in ‘black is best’, her brave color-choices make me love her all the more. This kelly-green number is a great color for her, and she really knows how to dress for her body-type. Michele is a petite girl standing at 5’2, but the deep neckline and long hem make her look 5’9, not to mention the floor-length dress still accentuates her waist making her look slim and tall. I also LOVE the fact she doesn’t junk up the neckline with necklaces and dangly earrings, her two chunky bangles put the cherry on-top of this delicious look.

Look 4:

Just look. I’m not going to even warrant this gown with a response. Fabulous. That’s all.

Look 5:

This is the look that made me fall in love with Michele. This is my favorite look I’ve seen this year. While you may disagree this dress is AMAZING. First of all, its short, young and playful. The one shoulder, cinched waist and feathered bottom makes this dress the ultimate party-girl bombshell outfit. Not to mention the color. I feel like you hardly see navy on the carpet and Michele takes this alternative to black and makes anyone drool. Her straight hair and sparkly bangles accent the busy frock without taking away from the lines and angles of the dress, and did I mention the feathers? Oh how I love this look.

We all know Michele is a talented artist, she can act, make us laugh and have you heard her sing? She’s tackled Broadway, Glee club and now the red carpet, I can’t wait to see her in the years to come because she has enough talent and fashion sense to be around for a long time.

It’s finals time for Beauty and the Beats so we have to go on a short-lived (and much dreaded) hiatus. In the meantime, study with us with this lovely arrangement of songs that we’ll have on repeat here on out. Pray for us.

H&M clothing has always been a staple in young Europeans’ wardrobes, offering the style and affordability that Forever21 has given American women. In 2000, the Swedish company hit U.S. soil and pretty much the rest is history.

H&M has been doing really cool things like working with high profile designers–Jimmy Choo and Stella McCartney– and celebrities– like Madonna and Kylie Minogue– to create fashion-forward apparel and accessories at reasonable prices.

And the cool things don’t stop at the design level.

The clothing empire launched H&M at Coachella (http://hmcoachella.com/), a twitter sweepstake raffling off pairs of VIP three-day tickets to the music festival with $100 H&M gift cards April 5th, 6th and 7th. Participants just have to follow and re-tweet the latest post by @hmusa.

You have today and tomorrow to win! So get tweeting! And follow @audiocandyradio while you’re at it!

sup world! I felt so compelled to blog this morning because the gorgeous weather has seeped into my skin, and beautified my mood…just my mood (I seem to be having a serious case of the baby-hair-fly-aways this morning). In any case, I’d like to play a little “inspirational telephone” of sorts, and whisper to you some of my new loves. Much of these loves are splattered all over the fashion/general blog world though, so it may not be so much of a whisper as it is an echo. But enough disclaiming, and onto the goods…

In my opinion, winter was dupree-ing like hell, and overstaying her welcome. This is not to say that I didn’t enjoy some of winter’s wool sweaters and heavy scarves, but it is to say that I am damn happy to high-five spring and throw on some thigh high tights a la the following

^ often the thigh high tights can be reminiscent of badass school girl, but jazzi mcg proves the look can be classy and cute… effortlessly!

^ and we have the badass femme look, which is always great. a la sex and coffee. oh and i SEE you heels and tights.. you have not gone overlooked!!!

^aaaand no inspiration would be complete without the extreme, life-is-butta-dream runway look. topshop unique a/w 10-11 a la studded hearts

so the task at hand is to find me some mind-blowing tights that wont make my stems look like ice cream cones..2 scoops (get it? like a leg-muffin top but with ice cream? yum..). However, its currently time for me to get to class in this beautious weather wompwompitywomp. But pity not my doe-eyed friend, I’ll be walking into class with this blasting in my ears:

Bassnectar- Magical World

tell me that’s.not.epic.

I sing I swim- Seabear

Deli- Delorean

Baby- Justin Bieber

What ever happened?- the strokes

Fat raps- prod. By Chuck Inglish, Chip the Ripper

Magical World Feat. Nelly Furtado- Bass Nectar

Crazy on you- Heart

Sunshine- Mos Def

In my head- Jason Derulo

Punkie- Sean Paul

Lil Freak- Usher

Tighten Up- The Black Keys

Ready For the Floor- Hot Chip

I feel Better- Hot Chip

The Light- Common

Frank Sinatra- Cake

Punch Drunk Love- Common

Armada Latina- Cypress Hill

Sex Therapy- Robin Thicke

The Lightning Strike- Snow Patrol

My Favorite Accident- Motion City Soundtrack

Sic Transit Gloria- Brand New

The Funeral- Band of Horses

Nothin’ On You- B.o.B.

See you next week!

Sarah y Chelsea

Yes, I know what you’re thinking, ‘The Kardashians? Really?’ But I must give it to the girls, they know how to dress.

Despite turbulent relationships (Who doesn’t love Scott, he’s fab-u), sex tape scandals, and a shotgun wedding, the Kardashian sisters are fashion icons and savvy business women. With two Dash boutiques in Calabasas, Ca., and the other in Miami, a Kardashian inspired line at Bebe, and a shoe-shopping website (shoedazzle.com), Kim, Kourtney and Khloe collectively have a strong grip on the fashion world.  Not only do they inspire as strong-willed moguls but also jus their style alone I’m always pretty impressed… So with out further aduei here are some of my favorite looks from my three favorite sisters:

Kim, 29

Kim can make an average day out tres-glamorous. She looks put together, stunning and ready to face the world in a comfortable, yet chic jumper with neutral accessories (LOVE the shoe color) and pulls it together with a necklace, shades and a cute belt. Touche Kim K. touche.

I’m obsessed with the shirt-tucked-in-the-skirt look. You look trendy and pulled together. This skirt is adorable and pairing it with a plain white top doesn’t make the outfit excessive, her neutral sandals elongate her legs, she looks on-point. I want this outfit in my closet!

Here is a montage of Kim’s more casual looks. She has all my staples down for a comfortable yet chic look: tight jeans, over the knee boots, some kind of sweater/jacket and a scarf to tie it all together. Hand-over those designer bags and I would be a happy camper.

Khloe, 25

Again with the shirt-in-the skirt (SITS) I love the color explosion on top. She keeps herself slim on the bottom with a tight black skirt but adding the blousey coral top really sets off the outfit and makes her look refreshed and pulled together. Her gold braclets are adorable and add a nice accent to the coral color. (Now lets talk about that engagement ring….. whoa.)

I love sequins. Love them. So Miss Khloe is on-point here with her off-the-shoulder (I die for it) metallic sequined dress. Her basic black shoes don’t try to compete with her outfit and she looks amazing.

Here’s Khloe in one of her more casual shopping outfits, still with the heels (don’t they look familiar?)- which I love. She pairs a distressed pair of jeans with an off-the-shoulder black top, chunky necklace and vibrant plum purse. She looks hot without trying. You can’t beat that.

Kourtney, 30

Pulling off white is hard. If you can do it, mad props.  Kourtney gets two-thumbs-up for this outfit because its a simple silouette with a super cute sweetheart neckline, and her subtle accents of black (belt, back, shoes) keep this look fresh (in style) but classic (in color scheme).

Here are some of Kourtney’s different looks. Vibrant colors, comfortable silouettes, and heels galore. Kourtney, while dressing for comfort, looks impeccable by shifting from the fun dress, to the loose shirt and shorts she always looks sophisticated without looking like she was in her closet picking out an outfit for hours.

Honestly, thats the recipe for the Kardashian’s amazing style. They always look impeccable without looking like they tried. Every outfit is put together with attention to detail- accessories, shoes, bag, they always seem to work together no matter what they actual outfit consists of. Whether they are going out to party, going to a business meeting or shopping together the Kardashians know how to manipulate their wardrobes with effortless style.  Give me their budget and maybe I could do the same..

XO, Sarah and Chelsea

so as you may or may not have heard from our show the other day, I’ve been on my grunge mode. Thankfully this is not in reference to hygiene, but more in reference to my uniform. I’m seeing plaids, leathers, loose fits, studs and layers… and if you haven’t shuddered already, then I’m glad we’re on the same page but for those of you who may be a little more skeptical, fear not: I’ve got some sweet visuals to assuage your fiery skepticism… but proceed with caution nevertheless >:)

^ both of these are Erin Wasson via studded hearts… I feel like she oozes cool and confident, all while convincing you that she truly “threw on” her outfit that morning (or mid afternoon)

In the same vein as this grungy, eff-what-you-think concept, I’ve also decided that I’d like to pursue “the gypsie”. While the lifestyle of a gypsie maybe unrealistic (let alone dangerous in today’s free world), I do believe the free-spirited, fairy-like breath that I associate with a gypsie to be right up my alley. Should be interesting with the leather/plaid/studs but we’ll see how it all works out..

^ This is from Vogue Australia March 2010, and I love this whole pastel-tips fad that has taken over. As much of a fad as I’m sure it’ll be, don’t be too surprised if you see me sporting some unnaturally bright colors. Maybe not pink.. but probably something more along these lines..

(via studded hearts)
..or exactly along those lines. sans malboros, but nobody’s judgin.
GRUNGE!

13.  Simon Says- Pharoahe Monch

14.  Muscle Museum- Muse

15.  Tamacun- Rodrigo y Gabriela

16.  Spottitottidopaliscious- Outkast

17.  Hot Like Sauce- Pretty Lights

18.  Heads High- Mr. Vegas

19.  Ooh Ahh- Grits

20.  Telephone- Lady Gaga feat. Beyonce

21.   Gifted –NASA

22.  Hoochie Coo- Mos Def, Jim Jones and the Black Keys

23.  New Fang- Them crooked vultures

24.  Monster Hospital MSTRKRFT RMX- Metric

Thanks for Listening!

Sarah and Chelsea

Definitely on my bucket list is to attend NYC fashion week, even just to be in the city while it’s going on would be good enough for me. However, I’m still in school so I have to take in the new looks from the comfort of my apartment via many of the blogs covering the shows. While many of the designers go for looks that aren’t ready-to-wear, I’ve found inspiring pieces from many shows (and some I’d even dare to wear)…

BCBG-  Fall 2010 Collection.

O.M.G. Seriously I haven’t been moved by BCBG so much in recent times. BUT their fall 2010 collection is beyond on-point.  Literally all of their designs could walk right off the runway and into a swanky nightclub, chic restaurant or my closet. I love this collection and hats off to them because even with staying trendy they’ve made their clothes wearable by the everyday fashionista.

Let me just say: I. Am. Obsessed. With. This. Obsessed:

Monique Llhuillier- Fall 2010

Lilhuillier, a designer I don’t really keep in my closet, caught my eye with her designs at Bryant Park this year. While a little darker and more Victorian (the lace makes me think of that) I really enjoyed her collection.  Her pieces aren’t very out-of-the box but maybe that’s why I like them. They hold a very classic feel to them and I especially love this outfit: (lacy tights get me every time!)

Victoria Beckham- Fall 2010

Yes, you read that correctly, Victoria Beckham had her very own show this year. And, while the models walked down the runway looking like clones of the ex-Spice Girl, Beckham has a flair for fashion (no surprise here really considering she was the Posh one). Beckham has this understated tone of glamour in all of her pieces. I love that the first part of her collection is all in nude. I’m obsessed with nude for this year and she’s seems to be too. Also, the lines of her outfits feel like a cross between a hot- french woman and a space-age glamour goddess. Maybe I just really like her collection but I think not only is it wearable but it really would make any woman feel sexy. Do you think mini David Beckhams will pop up her in accessories line? Fingers crossed!

Ms. Beckham is incredible  for this look alone, gotta love it:

Also, I couldn’t go with out mentioning:

Michael Kors. Hot. (In all honesty, where the eff am I going to wear pic # 1.. but its all still gorgeous)

This is STUNNING:

Obviously there are hundreds of designers I could feature, these designers just caught my eye off-hand while perusing the blogs. Just from the pictures you can see the week was exciting and full of amazing creations. Hopefully one day I’ll be showing off my own pics from the shows, but until then my fellow blogger’s posts will have to do.

PS: On a personal note- I would like to send a big shout out to Billy Reid and the team in NYC,  they were named “2010 Best New Menswear Designer In America” by GQ! (I interned for them in NYC this summer and they are an amazing bunch with amazingggg clothes) Super happy for you all congrats!!!

Check him out at: www.billyreid.com

^all of these beauties are via bonadrag.com

^LOVE these Jeffrey Campbells via karmaloop.com

^Everything about this is amazing- the contrast between the dress color, her skin, hair and hat, the softness of her outfit and the bad-assness of her tattoos… I may have been inspired to get a scenic flora tattooed on my thigh. keke stay tooned. (via studded hearts)

This mix of dark and glitter also makes for interesting playlists… I’ve currently got Band of Horses, “The Funeral” and Little Boots, “The Remedy” playing back to back and somehow I find that they vibe perfectly with my mood

more later! ..maybe with some flashy olympic figure skater gear…saucy!

sarah

1. Starstrukk- 3oh!3 ft. Katy Perry

2. Edge of Desire- John Mayer

3. Im in love with a Stripper- T-pain

4. Evil Woman- Mike Posner

5. Golddigger- Kanye West

6. Bad Romance- Lady GaGa

7. Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)- Beyonce

8. You Remind Me- Usher

9. Damaged- Danity Kane

10. I Can Transform You- Chris Brown

11. BedRock- Young Money feat. Lil Wayne

12. Sex on Fire- Kings of Leon

13. Tearing Up My Heart- ‘Nsync

14. All or Nothing- O-town

15. Bullet Proof- La Roux

16. Heartbreaker- MSTRKRFT

17. The King Of Letdown- New Found Glory

18. No Air- Jordan Sparks feat. Chris BRown

19. My Friends Over You- New Found Glory

20. Eh Eh (Nothing)- Lady GaGa

21. Flavor of the Week- American Hi-Fi

22. Hard to Say Goodbye- Boys II Men

23. Half of My Heart- John Mayer feat. Taylor Swift

24. Go Your Own Way- Fleetwood Mac

25. How Do You Sleep?- Jesse McCartney

26. Smile- Lily Allen

(also played early in the show- Tie Me Down- New Boyz feat. Ray-J

Tune in next week when the theme reverses- all love songs, all night- 6-8pm!

Be sure to tune in tomorrow at 3 pm for a special COACHELLA audiocandy+, highlighting the solid acts that will be playing the fest this year.

And stay tuned after for the debut show of  the beauty and the beats, the perfect synergy of fashion and music from two girls that experts in both worlds. get a taste of the recent posts by Chelsea.

Plane ticket? Check. Festival pass? Check. Tent? Check. Looks like you are all set for a fun-filled music extravaganza, except wait. What in God’s name are you going to wear? Well since I have currently purchased tickets to my first music festival, Coachella, I thought I’d take a look at what trend-setting celebrities decided to wear to 2009′s Coachella and see what some staples of the festival might be this year.

LA in April I’ve read is pretty warm, so coming from freezing MD temps I’m pretty excited. I’ve realized that just because I’m attending an outdoor festival doesn’t mean I can’t be cute. For instance, take a look at Kate Bosworth. She is trendy but comfortable. A tank, a skirt and a jean jacket in case she gets cold makes for the perfect lounging outfit… However, watch if you prefer the cross-legged sitting stance.. you may want to trade in that oh-so-adorable skirt for a cute pair of linen shorts or better yet denim shorts ( but lets keep an eye out for the denim (jacket) on denim (shorts).. its still a no-no- so plan accordingly).

Because LA promises sunshine, showing skin is acceptable (and probably encouraged by most). Take for instance Kristin Cavallari and Tara Reid (not a fav of mine but her outfits pretty darn cute). Not only are they both rocking hippy-chic, the light-weight gauzy material will keep them cool in the LA sun and the cut-out on Kristin’s top will allow for a nice tan (an added plus I may add). Despite my personal opinion on the girls… I love Kristin- not even gonna lie, their laid-back Cali look is perfect for the occasion.

Finally, Cat Deeley, the host of So You Think You Can Dance? ( not really a celebrity… but her outfit is adorable) sports a short onesie that is tres-stylish and appropriate for the occasion. Her entire outfit is actually on-point.. simple jewelry, shades and trendy sandals complete her look.. she’s comfortable, cute and ready to rock.

Thanks to celebs at last years festival I know for sure my suitcase will definetley include the following, and your’s should too:

- light weight sundresses

- denim shorts, onesies, or linen shorts

- gausy lightweight tops

- jean jacket/ other form of jacket incase it gets chilly

- shades, simple jewelry that can be paired with every outfit

- flat sandals- I still love the gladiator look

- sunscreen, my digital camera and my Coachella 3-day pass.

See you there

Its 2010. Time for you to catch up on fashion trends and finally make the move to updating your wardrobe, however navigating the world of fashion can be a bit tricky, lucky for you I have compiled my 4 favorite trends for 2010 (with the help of a little magazine called Vogue, maybe you’ve heard of it?)

While I do have a passion for fashion I feel runway looks never really translate to the real-world. These 4 trends can be found at any local store and paired  together or sported separately your fashion IQ is about to increase.

Trend 1: The Trench Coat-

Trench coats have been around forever, you may be thinking that they only time you’ve come in to contact with a trench is in the movie the Matrix or memories of your dad coming home from work on a rainy day, but its what you wear the trench with that makes all the difference.  So this Spring, pair that military inspired trench with contrasting feminine looks. Sparkly tops (or skirts, a fav of mine!), short flowing dresses, or styles that drape, and you will have yourself a very cute outfit and be prepared for those cool Spring temps.

Trend 2: Natural/Neutral Colors

I can honestly say one of my staples this past summer was my cream patent pumps and the color scheme is still in for 2010.  Accessories in the neutral color scheme like scarves, shoes and jewelry adds a classic and refined look to any outfit (just make sure when worn with white you have multiple shades of neutrals going on- not just a white dress and cream pumps… it looks like you’re colorblind, so take that outfit and add a nude cuff or a cream and brown belt and you are all set!) Also, when wearing the neutral shades make sure you have a strictly defined silhouette. If not, you may end up looking like your wearing a potato sack… not cute.

Trend 3: Lingerie

So I’ll save my lingerie tips for another post (working in Nordstrom Lingerie has taught me well), this trend is about incorporating those sexy looks into your everyday wear. Lace accents and corseted looks are in, and should emit a strong, sleek feminine look. However, this trend can incorporate the two previously mentioned trends: first the lingerie look in neutral shades is tres-sexy and can be paired with many things. Secondly,  because lingerie is so uber-feminine pairing it with the stiffer military look will give you that contrast you need.

Trend 4: Leather

If you have seen any magazine this year you already know leather is back. Once associated with bikers and the 80′s, leather has made a sophisticated and trendsetting comeback.  Jackets, leggings, boots all in leather is very hot. (however, I might steer clear of wearing all those together in one outfit..)  A twist to the leather trend is wearing them in earthy tones. Leather in shades of brown and tan offer a softer look still with the rocker-chic edge.

Well, thats it for now. These four trends can be found anywhere from Forever 21 to Nordstrom and Saks. However, even with a budget having these four staples in your closet for 2010 will allow you to create a ton of outfits and spice up your wardrobe.