When your DOG wears MORE CLOTHES than YOU...Time to Check your Fashion Choices

I may be out of the norm here, but when I plan to get off the plane, I make sure I have everything.

•  Luggage-CHECK
•  Cell Phone-CHECK
•  Pants-CHECK

Seems logical right?  Well I guess no one ever said that Lady Gaga was logical.  I mean she did wear a coat of Kermit the Frogs once.  But still, put some pants on!!!

This photo was taken at LAX (for those of you who don't know-the airport in Los Angeles, CA.)  And while yes, it has been warm, we are in no way involved in a heatwave that would encourage anyone to remove their pants.  Heck the dog is even wearing a coat (and more clothes than Gaga) in what is usually a cold atmosphere...an airplane.

Hmmm, how to save the outfit?

Well if you ever read this blog, you will know I am not a fan of the sans-pants wardrobe, made famous by Christina Aguilera on the Voice.  So Step #1, don't copy the fashion trend of Christina, because you are not going to get any points from me. Step #2, PUT ON PANTS!!!

I would start by saying Lady Gaga, BURN all of your tops so you don't have the option to just wear them. However I am afraid of what you would come up with then.  So please keep your bottomless days to your home and away from the poor guy in a suit trying really hard to get out of the shot.

Bonus Points: Your puppy is very cute!!!

This Outfit is NOT for the Dogs...or a Dog Park

Apparently I am doing something wrong when I take my dog Barrett out for a walk.  I tend to leave my "nightclub" attire in the closest, when its daytime and I am not going out clubbing.  But hey, Christina Milian has different plans.  

Although her pup seems to like the outfit, or the treats she is holding hostage in the bag, I am not sure I wouldn't mock in public if I saw this.  The outfit is probably expensive and no doubt fashionable, which is all well and great.  But its January...in the day...IN A DOG PARK!!!  

Hmmm, how to save the outfit?

I know Christina is no doubt out making appearances for her new TV show, one of which I have not checked out yet.  But I am sure one late night, when nothing else is on, I will catch a rerun.  But not sure this outfit makes her super relatable...to give her one last shot at stardom (her words, not mine).  I guess reading social media posts on the Voice is not working for her any longer.

I didn't intend on attempting to fix this outfit.  In the right time and place, this outfit would be considered acceptable. But throw on a pair of jeans and take the dog for a walk.  I don't think he requires a dress code to hang out with him.  

No need to BURN or FIRE anyone...just make better choices, like not trying to look like Kim Kardashian. 

ALERT: Missing Pants found...WITHOUT the owner in them

Do not be alarmed...well maybe a little bit.  Rihanna did not really lose her pants, I guess she just chose to go without them.  But I guess at this point we are lucky she put anything on?  And here is another celebrity (see previous examples of Christina Aguilera who was seen on 'The Voice' sans bottoms) who have believe underwear make acceptable outerwear.  

And no she isn't on the way to the beach and this is just a fancy cover up. She thought her scallop-edges black underwear and sheer dress would be enough.  Even we don't need to be Superman with x-ray vision to know this isn't what should be worn in public. And does anyone think Crazy Gypsy Lady too? Its the hair right? Please don't cast a curse on me for writing this...

Hmmm, how to save the outfit?

I don't think you even need to like fashion to get this one right.  Say it with me...WEAR BOTTOMS.  That you can't swim in.  A short mini skirt, short shorts, heck even boy shorts would of been better than this.  I am not saying she can't pull this off, but should she?

So Rihanna, I am gonna say that even while you may be on vacation, you shouldn't relax too much and skip proper dressing etiquette.  Somewhere, Joan Rivers would of had a field day with this on her celeb fashion show.  RIP in Joan...your fashion jokes (although pre-written) many times were hilarious and true.  So Rihanna BURN this outfit, its not cute at all...you have got plenty of money to buy something anything else!

Oops, She did it AGAIN...And its not Britney

Simply put...Again?  Really?  Ugh...

Christina Aguilera wears this little gold studded underwear number after making this comment on NBC's final performance night on the Voice:

“Your beautiful wife and your daughter and family are here tonight, and I just thought the lyrical connotation was a little derogatory towards women."

-On Tony Lucca's '99 Problems' Performance

Even Carson Daly looks uncomfortable

You know what I find derogatory towards women?  A 31-year-old mother wearing this on national television. 

Hmmm, how to save the outfit?

WEAR BOTTOMS!!!!

This is not the usual BURN or FIRE type of post.  But you cannot make that kind of comment and then go on the next night in this...Bad Christina.  BAD.

I Hate it when I leave MY PANTS at Home like Christina!

Ah Christina Aguilera, so many outfit selections since this season on 'The Voice' started and I have yet to comment.  Its hard to write about her, when you have Cee Lo sitting in the chair to the right with wigs and light up teeth.  But last night broke the dam of quietness from me. 

Non-Fashion Rant: This season has really made me look at her different.  We get it, you don't want to be the sweet girl from the Micky Mouse Club or  'Genie in a Bottle' days.  But your negative attitude towards other contestants, who are not on your team-especially Tony Lucca, is starting to take away from the talent on stage.  And you only get one thing...fast forwarded by me. However last night, my DVR caught up to the live airing in time to see this little number...

Christina and Chris Mann

Armed with a suit jacket and giant Tiara, Christina left her dressing room without any bottoms on.  Oh No! Now I have seen this as a new fad, with celebs such as Rihanna and others attempting to rock this look.  And although I don't support that either, it somehow looks even worse on her.  As she is on National Television doing it.

Hmmm, how to save the outfit?

PUT PANTS ON!!!

It is apparent Christina is trying to use Season 2 to revamp her image.  And the last few weeks, her outfit selections were a lot more subdued, almost acceptable. And then she came up with this little number.  This is my 3rd post about 'The Voice' and the terrible outfits.  Time to do more than BURN...3 strikes, time to FIRE!!! 

P.S. And while your at it, Chris Mann take that scarf off.  You are in Los Angeles under hot lights...you look ridiculous

What do you guys think?  Comment below...

Bad J Lo in this Idol Outfit

Now its been several years since I watched Fox's 'American Idol.'  Not since Kelly Clarkson won have I really turned it on and cared about the outcome. It isn't that I don't like Kelly, she was the only winner I did like, but I wasn't so much a fan of future contestants.  But I am still reminded about it on a regular basis, by commercials, people I know commenting on it and of course pictures. And last time I checked, AI was a family show?  Correct me if I am wrong...but would you wear J Lo's dress around your little kids?

(From Left to Right): Steven Tyler, Jennifer Lopez and Randy Jackson

We get it your thin Jennifer Lopez.  Your dating a 24-year-old.  Congrats...and you are possibly more popular than ever.  But is this really the best place to wear this Max Azria dress?  I will set aside the fine style she is accompanied with on stage, Steven Tyler gets a pass. (He has had a rough past and I LOVE Aerosmith.) And Randy, lets not roll up your tapered black jeans again, you yourself are not 24!  You look like you are wearing jeggings. 

Hmmm, how to save the outfit? 

If she wants to wear a tight form fitting dress, it shouldn't have slits in it-especially in the chest area-especially on national televisions 8pm time schedule.  I keep waiting for unmentionables to pop out...and you know which ones!  And even if you had the right place for this dress, I am not a big fan of the short sleeves.  And maybe its just this picture, but she looks a little stiff and not super comfortable.  But I guess I wouldn't either in this suit of armor.

What can I say, I picked on 'The Voice' and now its Idol's turn, I didn't think it was fair to single only one show out.  And since the Voice's judges outfits have been getting bit better (You heard me Cee Lo), figured I would offer some help to American Idol.  Jennifer, this is your 2nd strike.  One more...and.. I am not sure what happens, haven't had it happen yet.  I wouldn't BURN the dress, but the stylists or wardrobe department need to be put on notice.  You have one strike, two more and there will be no choice but to FIRE.  Although, I am guessing J LO had a hand in this...can you FIRE yourself?

Comment below...

Are Those Sleeves or A Sweater Jordis?

Perhaps it wasn't the absolute worst outfit I have ever seen, but it proved to be a HUGE distraction.  On Monday Night's Live Show on 'The Voice' Jordis Unga came out in a floor length gown.  On one hand, I give her kudos for attempting to add some class to her performance.  But the downfall?  I don't really remember her performance...AT ALL.

Not that her performance was bad, but all I kept doing was looking at her wondering if she had a patterned sweater on or if those were her tattoos?  As you can tell from the picture above she had a light pink mermaid dress on, which I will get to in a minute, with spaghetti straps.  And the way the straps hit her, what is now known to me to be tattoos, looked like it could be a 3/4 quarter length sleeve sweater.  And that is all I kept thinking about the ENTIRE TIME.  After looking back, I realizing most of her other outfit selections covered up her arms with actual sleeves, which may have been a smarter choice for her. 

(For a better look at dress, check out performance: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U4SiGfLgCWE)

Hmmm, how to save the outfit?

Lets start with the dress, not sure the mermaid style was the best for her figure.  It did portray a "softer" side for her, but maybe one that didn't bunch at her knees would of been a little more flattering.  And perhaps the thin straps of the dress didn't help with my confusion.  Maybe if the top of the dress had more material with a different neckline, it would of offset the tats a bit better. 

Spoiler Alert:  I am not saying this is why Jordis was eliminated from show last night.  But if I was so easily distracted from her voice by her outfit, maybe others were too.  And if Blake Shelton didn't chose her, America surely might of.  But good try Jordis and good luck in your music career.  No need to BURN the dress or FIRE anyone...just wasn't the right dress (or song?) for you!!!

But what do you think?  Comment below...

Update: Voice Performers look Effortless...

I don't want to say that my post, 'Voice Performers look Effortless (In a bad way!)' ultimately influenced the decision of America and the Judges on the voice, but I think it helped!!!

Chessa's Last Chance Performance

After commenting on Chessa and Karla Davis's live show outfits this week, one of the two made a change in wardrobe, the other did not.  And a winner triumphed.  Karla wore almost the exact same outfit, while Chessa came out in floor length gown.  Not the gown was AMAZING, but it was a vast improvement.  (Check out my post: http://toburnorfire-fashion.blogspot.com/2012/04/voice-performers-make-it-look.html)

And wouldn't you know it...Chessa made it to the next round!!!  Congrats and your welcome for the advice.
Check out her performance to see her dress here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6FmV2MnuUA8

Voice Performers look Effortless (In a bad way!)

We have come to associate certain things with watching NBC's 'The Voice' this season.  We of course have Cee Lo and his crazy outfits.  Now he has added a white cat, named Purrfect, which P.S. is rented.  Adam Levine and Blake Sheltons continued "Bromance."  And Christina trying to steal all the attention from even the performers on stage.  But last night besides what has been deemed some-what average performances were two outfits that stood out way more than the voices and judges shenanigans.  And I felt the need to comment, as usual...


Karla Davis

Lets start out with country girl Karla Davis, with her sequined dress and cowboy boots.  Now I can appreciate she went for something a bit nicer, as she usually performs in jeans and flannel shirts.  But this is your first live show-STEP IT UP MORE!!!  You don't, I don't care who you are, wear cowboy boots and a short sequined dress and think that is okay. (For a better view of her outfit during her performance: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0CXcYrh5Go)

A little less drastic, but equally disappointing outfit selection, was Chessa's Navy and Red Capri track suit.  She tried to spice it up with a sparkly yellow top, but it came off sloppy. And then she threw on high heels.  Again, its your first live show, for millions of people in America to see.  And I know there is a comfort level, but she dressed up more for the battle rounds.  And the track suit isn't even Team Cee Lo's preferred team colors of Red and Black.  (For a better view of her outfit during her performance: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Im9ei0_UKt8&feature=player_embedded)

Chessa

Hmmm, how to save the outfits?

Karla's outfit is save-able, throw on a pair of high heels.  Simple fix, but do not go back to flannels-its National TV.  Chessa, scrap the warm ups and go glam, keep the sparkly top and build around it.

Lets be honest, this is your shot to make America remember you.  Our votes are what can make or break your time on the show and directly influence your career.  I know the show isn't called 'The Clothes' but even the boys made a effort for their stage appearance.   You are allowed to go a little crazy with your image on stage (i.e. Cee Lo) and get away with it.  I am still unsure who pulls the shots on the show, the artists or the coaches.  But the stylists of the voice, I am disappointed if you picked these out for them.  Karla keep the dress and boots, don't wear again together in front of me.  Chessa, the warm up suit should be for around the house or a casual event-not on stage.  And although not appropriate, no need to BURN.  But stylists or wardrobe department, do better, so we don't have to FIRE you!

What do you guys think?