Men's Worst Style Mistakes from GQ.com

Gentleman:  have you been wondering if you have a style deficiency that is curbing your game?  As a lady, I definitely have a short list of 'undateable' characteristics: bad teeth, exceptionally short, lover of junk food, wears socks with holes, etc. Ellen Rakieten and Anne Coyle sat down with GQ to discuss wardrobe and grooming faux pas for their new book, Undateable.  For anyone with at least one stylish bone in their body, these men's style no-no's have been on the "I would never" list for years (though some of my most dashing gay friends have been occasional offenders--er spray tan and highlights).  But, it is really fun--ie gag inducing--to see them reduced down to the top 19 offenses.  Some of them are exceptionally cringe worthy (Ed Hardy and mesh clothing) and some are just common sense (bedazzled denim pockets--ew).  Would someone please clue in the cast of Jersey Shore to this slideshow?....Snooki and JWOWW included. 

Men's Worst Style Mistakes Humor: GQ.com

As an antidote to Men's Worst Style Mistakes, click here for GQ's 50 Most Stylish Leading Men of the Past Half Century.

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Golden Globes: The Good, The Bad, and The Boring

AWARDS SEASON IS HERE! Let us all rejoice in glamour, hair extensions, and donated designer gowns. Here is the fashion shakedown of Golden Globes 2010.

Note: 1) I may love someone as an actor, but that will have no bearing on if they look great in my book or not. 2) I never pick on spouses, girlfriends, or guests because they are just along for the ride. 3) I try to look past the plastic surgery, botox soaked faces, and hair and makeup faux pas to focus on the clothes, shoes, and accessories.

The Good....

Cameron Diaz
Now this is how you do red on the red carpet. Totally digging the umbrella and the little oomph added to the shoulders.

Kate Hudson
Loving this: A touch avant garde with feminine lines.

Julianne Moore
The shoes are great and a very nice contrast to the dress. Completely poised and put together as always.

Emily Blunt
Hair awful, dress amazing. Can we please depart from the Lauren Conrad/Gisele hair? It is so 2006.

Christina Hendricks
Va-Va-Voom!

The Bad....

Sandra Bullock
American Apparel does evening....see-through purple lame?

Zoe Saldana
I don't even know where to start with this abortion of a dress; Looks like a Project Runway loser. Michael Kors would have a field day with this.

Elizabeth Moss
Unflattering. What else is there to say really? Stick with jewel tones, girl. Powder blue and pale are not a good combo.

Tina Fey
So disappointing. The only thing that can salvage this is amazing jewelry...which has been forgotten. Shoes in any color but beige would have been a huge improvement. Red?

Vanessa Minillo
Miss Teen USA days are over, but at least you aren't as bad as.....

Maria Menounos
Garish.

The Boring....

Julia Roberts
I love this, but would I could wear this on a date or even to work, but to the Golden Globes?

Fergie
Man, I didn't know David's Bridal was doling out dresses. Girl, you run around in basically nothing when you sing, play a prostitute in Nine, and you couldn't vamp it up a bit? I think this is taking it to the extreme of modesty. You can't cover up those boobs so why not flaunt them, and your hair is a rat's nest. Fire your stylist immediately.

Sarah Hyland
Points for not looking like a prom nightmare, but minus points for not going more all-out with the accessories. Large, stacked bracelets, statement cocktail ring, anything! This dress is screaming for personality.

Lisa Edelstein
This dress was popular in the early 00's. How many times have we seen the plunging neckline halter dress? Waaaaa Waaaaa.

Amy Pohler
Not bad, just boring.

PS - Lauren Sanchez looks like a tranny. Definitely not a white wedding for this one.

50 Gifts Under $50: For Him (#41-50)

The final installment is here! I always find it much more difficult to find presents for guys than girls, and I usually resort to gift certificates or something equally impersonal. Fear not fellow females....here are 10 budget-friendly gifts under $50 for the guys in your life.

Remember the rules:

• It can cost no more than $50 before sales tax.
• It must be something fairly luxe and fall into the category of an item that the recipient may wish to have but out of practicality would never spend their own money on.
• It must be relatively easy to find (either online, national retailers, or adequate substitutes are available).
• Finally, it has to be something I would love to receive or would personally give to a friend or family member. I would never recommend something I wouldn't pony up for myself.

Buy a pair and TOMS gives a pair to a kid in need.

TOMS Shoes - $44


Snaz up your suit.
White Linen Pocket Square - $42


Have a little fun on cold winter days...and look less like a bank robber.
American Apparel Mustache Mask - $14


Don't be George Costanza with a lump of a wallet. Get sleek and bubble butt free in 2010.
J.Crew Leather Cardholder - $15


A sophisticated way to drink brew.
Speigelau Beer Classics Glasses - $25 for set of two


For your favorite aspiring hipster
Flannel shirt from Uniqulo - $30


The gift that keeps on giving.
Subscription to GQ - $12


Don't lie, you love to sing in the shower. This will help you remember the words to Pokerface.
Wireless Shower Speaker Set - $40


Desperate times call for desperate measures...and at least this won't set off any metal detectors.
Plastic Pocket Flask - $15


NYC centric, but perfect if you are in the city. Coolest shades and plebeian prices.
Soho Sunglasses Lady on Broadway between Prince and Spring - $5-10

Day 1: For Her
Day 2: For Home
Day 3: Mixed Bag
Day 4: Food & Drink

50 Gifts Under $50: Food and Drink (#31-40)

Here we are for day #4: Food and Drink. I dedicate this category to my dad who always asks for gifts you can eat or drink. They are really the best types of gifts because they are more like experiences since they are consumed and something you can enjoy with loved ones. That is, unless you like to drink whole bottles of wine by yourself....which in case you should probably get some help.

Remember the rules:

• It can cost no more than $50 before sales tax.
• It must be something fairly luxe and fall into the category of an item that the recipient may wish to have but out of practicality would never spend their own money on.
• It must be relatively easy to find (either online, national retailers, or adequate substitutes are available).
• Finally, it has to be something I would love to receive or would personally give to a friend or family member. I would never recommend something I wouldn't pony up for myself.

Here are my 10 favorite gifts under $50 to eat or drink. Enjoy!

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I was accidentally given this bottle when I thought I had ordered a pino grigio at Le Bilboquet, and it has turned into one of my favorite wines.
La Crema Pino Noir two bottle set - $50


I feel like Marie Antoinette when I eat these: so lovely and decadent.
Kee's Chocolates French Macaroons on Thompson St. - $2.45 each for large, $7 for a wonderful mixed bag of small macaroons in amazing flavors.


The perfect way to add elegance for dinner in with your honey or make a night spent at home feel special.
Reidel Grape Pino Glasses - $49 for set of two


For the friend with the sweet tooth who abhors Swiss Miss.
Norman Love Black Sipping Chocolate - $20


Definitely for the pickle connoisseur. Ever since the pickle festival I have been obsessed. Spicy is the way to go if you love serious heat + salt + crunch.
McClure's Pickles - $12 per jar


Everyone should have a bottle of bubbly chilling in the fridge for a special occasion...or to just celebrate Fridays...or when Vogue has arrived (I actually did that once, and yes, it was fabulous).
Veuve Cliquot half-bottle champagne- $30


Sweet + salt is the ultimate flavor combo. The sea salt and chocolate really set the taste buds off and is perfect when you don't know if the person loves sweet or savory. This is something completely indulgent and not expensive.
Vosges Barcelona Bar - $8


Leave the plates plain white (food look gross on colored plates), and have fun with graphic prints on the cups.
Bo Concept Cups - $10 each


Once again, satisfies sweet and savory. Bacon peanut brittle fo the ultimate bacon lover.
Sir Francis Bacon Peanut Brittle - $16


My favorite glassware of all time: sophisticated, modeled after products way more expensive, and perfect to move away from the dreaded plastic cups...a huge "no" in chicness.
Marta Barware - $2.50 each


Day 1 - For Her
Day 2 - For Home
Day 3 - Mixed Bag

50 Gifts Under $50: Mixed Bag (#21-30)

Back again for day #3 and 10 more amazing gift ideas....all under $50. Sorry that I am one day behind....technical difficulties. Today is mixed bag: cool gifts that don't fall into any particular category and would work just as well for a co-worker, friend, or someone close.

Remember the rules:

• It can cost no more than $50 before sales tax.
• It must be something fairly luxe and fall into the category of an item that the recipient may wish to have but out of practicality would never spend their own money on.
• It must be relatively easy to find (either online, national retailers, or adequate substitutes are available).
• Finally, it has to be something I would love to receive or would personally give to a friend or family member. I would never recommend something I wouldn't pony up for myself.

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To bridge the gap between the 19th and 21st century.

Iomoi e-stationary subscription - $20

The perfect present for your favorite narcissist.
Portrait by Richard Haines during Holiday sale - $50


The seats may be nosebleed, but it's just fun being there.
New York City Opera tickets - Prices start at $12


I think real style on the street is way more interesting than anything in a magazine.
The Sartorialist by Scott Schuman - $20


Spend your nights and weekends with Uncle Karl....and his favorite tunes.
Vogue Presents Karl Lagerfeld: My Favorite Songs - $41 for the two-CD set


For your frequent flier friend. Crucial for red eye flights.
J.Crew striped travel set - $30


Help someone get their groove back, or at least get some moves.
Dance Class at Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre - $16.50 per class


Get a sneak peek into the world of MJ #2.
Marc Jacobs and Louis Vuitton DVD - $27


Each page is marked with a date and 5 sections. Look back 5 years from now at what you were doing on that exact day. I love this.
5-Year Diary - $25


Matches from restaurants are so blah. Lighters have no magic.
Iomoi 2-box match set - $12

Day 1: For Her
Day 2: For Home
Day 3: Mixed Bag
Day 4: Eat & Drink
Day 5: For Him

50 Gifts Under $50: For Home (#11-20)

Back again for day #2 and 10 more amazing gift ideas....all under $50. Today is all about gifts for the home: roasty, toasty, and full of holiday cheer.

Remember the rules:

• It can cost no more than $50 before sales tax.
• It must be something fairly luxe and fall into the category of an item that the recipient may wish to have but out of practicality would never spend their own money on.
  
• It must be relatively easy to find (either online, national retailers, or adequate substitutes are available).
• Finally, it has to be something I would love to receive or would personally give to a friend or family member. I would never recommend something I wouldn't pony up for myself.

Make eating in a little fancy.
Madeline Weinrib Chevron Napkins - $48 for four


Forget hippies and crunchy granola types, this incense is sophisticated and chic.
Maison Francis Kurkdjian Burning Incense Papers - $25


I don't live in an office, so why would I want a noisy shredder around?
Shredder Scissors - $18


A-Z and everything in between (including skulls, dragons, and flowers).
John Derian Decoupage Round Tray - $48


Hey BFF-- OMFG did you see this gift! Bet those pics are so TMI. LOL!
Text Photo Album - $16 each


A nice way to tell your frienemy you "wash your hands" of them.
Molton Brown Handwash + Lotion - $50 ($25 each)


Lovely Holiday decor devoid of pine cones and red ribbon.
Herb Wreath - $25


My favorite blogger, Rita Konig, always says trays clean up a mess of objects in an instant.
Lucite Tray from CB2 - $35


Amazing scents like Water, Fig, and Jalapeno will make you rethink candles becoming the new "cat lady".
Kobo Candle - $33


How many times have you run out the door without the Netflix envelop or been searching for keys. Enough said.
Light Switch Rack - $25

Day 1: For Her
Day 3: Mixed Bag
Day 4: To Eat & Drink
Day 5: For Him