Lady Gaga might not be the first person you think of when you are trying to update your style, but she should be.  The fearless music icon has been wowing people with her offbeat fashion sense that mostly aims to shock or elicit reactions.

Music and Fashion Icon

But think about it.  Lady Gaga exaggerates her fashion because she is an icon.  And she tries to make people feel that even misfits should have fun.  By donning outrageous clothes and accessories, she sends out the message that it is okay if you do not conform, in fact, it is more admirable if you seek out your own style.

And so, if you want to have Lady Gaga as your style inspiration, be ready to raise some eyebrows, but most specially, be ready to have tremendous fun!

1. Experiment.  Lady Gaga shocks people because she likes to experiment.  From skimpy attires to full blown asymmetrical  gowns, she puts out a design coup by pairing off leather tops and offbeat skirts.

Experiment!

2. Get that attitude.  Lady Gaga just won’t give second thoughts to what other people would think.  And it is that attitude that gives her fashion statements the credibility it needs to fly.

The Gaga Attitude

3. Sunglasses. Lady Gaga often dons big sunglasses.  In fact in the world of Lady Gaga sunglasses should be BIG… the bigger the better!

Shades of Gaga

4. Accessories.  Lady Gaga is not afraid to accessorize either.  And her accessories are as varied as the clothes that she puts out.  Gaga-esque accessories range from gothic, offbeat, vintage, weird and surprise, elegant.

Possible Lady Gaga accessories include:

Sterling Silver Crown Charm Pendant

This month Dior released a new collection just in time for Spring 2009 called Parisian Nude.The Dior Parisian Nude Collection was inspired by the understated style and elegance that Parisian women posses.Dior Parisian Nude collection features gorgeous shades of beige, rosy pink and taupe, which is perfect for the everyday look.The most eye-catching piece in this collection is the Lady Dior Handbag Compact.This faux leather compact is modeled after the infamous Dior Black Lady Cannage Bag.The compact contains a mirror,sheer chic highlighter and glossy lip color.The compact can also be used as a handbag charm.If you look closely the charms on the front of the handbag spell Dior.

Dior is taking a gamble releasing a $75 dollars compact because we are in a recession, even the most die hard Dior fanatic might contemplate buying it.The eyeshadow on the other hand will be a hit with professional women who need a natural makeup look for work.

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Nicolas Degennes who is an artistic director at Givenchy, was inspired by the refined beauty of Indian women,therefore creating the Sari Spring Collection.The collection features warm shades of gold ,orange, and pink similar to those Indian women wear in their makeup and clothing.20-year Slovakian model, Michaela Kocianovais the face for Givenchy’s Maharani Collection.Even though she looks ravishing,it would have been nice if they chosen a famous Bollywood actress or upcoming Indian model to be the face of this collection.

I’m not a blush wearer, but they are by far the most interesting and exciting items in this entire collection.Maharani Orange and Pink Sari Glow Blush ($42) are iridescent with a subtle shimmer.The blush packing is simply gorgeous. I really like the orange and pink/purple combo with the gold overlay.The blushes themselves have a black design overlay.This collection is very wearable for people of olive complexion or dark skin tones.Givenchy will also be releasing a limited edition face and eye called Prismissime Visage Palettes.These palettes are prefect for those who have tanned or pale skin.

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