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Whammys & Schammys: 66th Annual Tony Awards

jimmyjazz — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 16:16:17 +0000

Style isn't the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Broadway's biggest stars. And with good reason since there were such few standouts on the red carpet at the 66^th Annual Tony Awards last night. Here is the best and worst of the mediocre.

Whammys

Audra McDonald

This is her typical look but her she gets away with it for the sheer loveliness of the color.

Ricky Martin

I don't know why but I expected something a bit colorful from Ricky. It's tailored well but boring as all heck.

Photo Credit: Jason Szenes

Corbin Bleu

Nice fit on an otherwise plain suit but eh, it works.

Photo Credit: Jason Szenes

Schammys

Kathy Najimy

Wow, she's certainly lost a gang of weight. Looking good but not in this cheap looking outfit. Now that you've got a banging body let's step up the wardrobe to accentuate your new look.

Ben Vereen

Usher's godfather could take a few style tips from his godson. We get it you're like Whoopi, always wearing sneakers but at least make it a bit more stylish.

Photo Credit: Jason Szenes

David Alan Grier

He sure has come a long way from "In Living Color," but not far enough since that white tie is a complete washout.

Whammys & Schammys: 2012 Billboard Music Awards

jimmyjazz — Tue, 29 May 2012 13:53:11 +0000

Billboard is a music industry bible that ranks artists on sales. Well, I could care less about sales and more about which outfits the stars are wearing is on sale. As usual, the focus of the red carpet was the fashion. Check out who made it to the top of the style chart and who is in desperately need of a style hit.

Whammys

Wiz Khalifa

Wiz gives Swizz Beatz a run for his money as the best dressed hip-hopper in the game. What gives Wiz a distinctive edge is his hippie meets gangsta flair.

Gladys Knight

Chaka Khan isn't the only legend looking hot these days. Soul legend, Gladys radiates beauty in this all-black dress after losing 60 pounds thanks to the TV series, "Dancing With the Stars."

Usher

He may look a bit stumpy here but the color more than makes up for it.

Brandy

Cute, sexy, flirty and the hair is like va-va-voom. Oh, and peep those bowtie shoes.

Schammys

Alicia Keys

This fit is doing all the work to try and save this otherwise dull dress. A neckpiece would have helped.

Jordin Sparks

Boring. Jordin needs to get some style, ASAP. She is much too youthful to dress so homely.

John Legend

A bit too matchy-matchy and those sneakers look like the generic version of something higher-end.

Amber Rose

You normally wouldn't think of putting the word "unflattering" next to Amber Rose, but she done went and did it in this hideous white get-up. Amber is busting out everywhere and it's coming off as cheap.

Schammys: Met Costume Institute Gala Benefit 2012

jimmyjazz — Tue, 15 May 2012 14:00:22 +0000

The Oscars of fashion took place this past week for the 2012 Met Costume Institute Gala Benefit and history was made. Well more like Whammys & Schammys history was made since for the first time ever there is not one Whammy. Now in all fairness many of those on the Schammy list looked great but they simply chose the wrong outfit for such a prestigious event. When it comes to the Met gala you've got to bring it all or keep it home. Check it.

Schammys

Beyonce

Beautiful dress but on the wrong body. Beyonce is perhaps too short to pull off this look and definitely not edgy enough to go without the Spanx underneath.

Azealia Banks

In case ya don' know she is the one on the far right looking all sorts of out of place. Azealia is not a sex kitten so why in the world is she dressed like a Rihanna wanna-be? We expected a more unique take on the costume theme that fitted Azealia's personality. And oh, yeah that weave has gotta go!

Rihanna

What the croc?! Rih-rih isn't looking her freshest here perhaps because of her illness. It's better to stay home than to half step it.

Solange

As one of the more stylish celebrities out there, we expect more from her than this.

Janelle Monae

She looks great but this jumpsuit is too safe to make a statement at this event.

M.I.A.

Why the sour face? We have a feeling M.I.A. doesn't really want to be here and who could blame her with those excessive extensions and underwhelming ensemble?

Rosario Dawson

Between this and Rihanna's croc dress I'm not sure why so many decided to play it so safe. Nice earrings though.

Jessica Alba

Absolutely nothing special to see here.

Whammys & Schammys: Stylewind 7.0

jimmyjazz — Mon, 07 May 2012 13:17:03 +0000

This week Jessica White stuns while Maria Carey stunts. It all goes down below.

Whammys

Jessica White

Simply stunning. Kinda reminds us of a Disney princess.

Sherri Shepherd

Wow, this is the best she has looked quite possibly...ever. No sloppy breasts spilled all around her top and nothing too tight making her body look awkward. It's about time.

Esperanza Spalding

A lovely dress that could have benefitted from her hair being pulled back.

Schammys

Mariah Carey

Mariah, girl hang it up. Quit trying to be the sex kitten you never were.

Christina Milian

This helmet hair is not the business.

Tyrese

Not even that smile can take our eyes away from the sloppy untucked shirt and overall boring factor of this look.

Whammys & Schammys: White House Correspondents Dinner 2012

jimmyjazz — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:31:39 +0000

This is perhaps the only time of year when President Barack Obama, Kim Kardashian and Lindsay Lohan can be in the same room together and it makes some kinda sense. Well, not really but still it's a loose affair at the White House Correspondents Dinner and the stars come out in full force. Check out the looks that win votes and those that should get vetoed.

Whammys

President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama

Of course, the top whammy goes to these two. While President Obama looks typically dapper, the First Lady is a colorful vision.

Mary J. Blige

A sparkly top and hot red pumps make this look a winner.

Kerry Washington

Where are her lips? It's almost a complete washout with the nude lip but nonetheless Kerry's understated garb works.

Viola Davis

We were hoping she'd have her natural hair but nevertheless she looks effortlessly classy in this red gown.

Sofia Vergara

Now this is how you work the perfect little black dress.

Rosario Dawson

Uhm, when did Rosario get stacked like that on top? Either way, this form fitting green number strikes just the right balance between sexy and classy. We bet she got plenty of politician's numbers.

Schammys

Alicia Keys

Ever since Alicia went from tomboy to chic she seems to have lost something style wise and it ain't to be found in this boring mustard colored dress.

Rashida Jones

This may look better on a more mature aged woman but it's a dull look for Rashida.

Whammys & Schammys: 2012 Tribeca Film Festival

jimmyjazz — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 21:33:04 +0000

Lots of films. Lots of red carpets. Lots of chances to smack a celeb with a whammy or schammy.

Whammys

Solange Knowles

It's all about the vibrant prints in this sophisticated and artistic look.

YaYa DaCosta

Cute. Enough said.

Jessica White

Stunning. Enough said.

Amber Riley

Dang, did she also read our statement on a winning all-black ensemble the other day?

Rachel Roy

Uhm, why can't other fashion designers style themselves this well?

Schammys

Rachel Roy

Somewhere between the washed out leopard print and the robotic inspired shores, Rachel missed a beat.

Michael Jai White

Well put together but oh so typical.

Jessica White

Loving the dress but not the shoes. It's the design not the color.

Whammys & Schammys: 23rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards

jimmyjazz — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 13:31:02 +0000

The entrainment industry is full of LGBT professionals both in front of and behind the scenes. Unfortunately not all of them are out and willing to walk the red carpet at GLAAD's annual media awards. In the meantime there are a few LGBT allies in the "straight" world who are brave. And for being so we commend them but that doesn't mean they still can't get a schammy. Check out the best and worst below.

Whammys

Jay Manuel

He may be out of a job now thanks to Tyra Banks but at least he still knows how to stunt on the carpet in this bedazzled look.

Kat Graham

Sometimes all you need is a dramatic black dress to stand out in the crowd and Kat pulls it off here.

Wendy Williams

Apparently, Wendy knows that the above statement is true.

Schammys

LaLa Anthony

This is the kind of look best suited for heading to the club not an awards show.

Kim Wayans

This would have worked if she lost those hideous shoes and that distracting scarf.

Russell Simmons

Uhm, he always dresses like this everywhere so you really can't be but so disappointed.

Whammys & Schammys: Coachella 2012

jimmyjazz — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:37:59 +0000

Coachella is the time of year when your favorite celebrities forgo brushing their teeth; washing their pits and changing their underwear or at least some of them appear to do so in pursuit of hippie fashion. But there are a few who pull off the relaxed and artistic look. Check out the whammy's and schammy's for the hippie wanna-be's.

Whammys

Azealia Banks

So yeah the weave is a bit much but the rest of the look is fun, sassy and bold just like our favorite new lyricist.

Rihanna

This is what Iggy Azalea must mean by "Murda Bizness." Even though real hippies don't wear Chanel we like the mix of chic meets rocker meets punk look.

Solange Knowles

The African print takes this hippie look back to the homeland for something sexy and down-to-earth.

Zoe Kravitz

Simple and to the point.

Wiz Khalifa & Snoop Dogg

They look appropriately disheveled and win points just for passing the Dutch like true hippie comrades.

Alek Wek

Something about this looks work with its mismatched prints. What it is, we can't quite say.

Schammys

Macy Gray

We are so feelin' your new album but this look has gots-ta-go-go. Macy should have gone full out crazy with her look or hit the stage nude like here. This soccer mom look is not working.

Chanel Iman

Yeah we get it you're skinny and can wear any damn thing ya want but shorts would have done the trick. No need to show all the goods in your tiny underwear.

Usher

Uhm, Ursh ya could've been a bit more creative with your look here and not like you're on a run to pick up a protein shake.

Whammys & Schammys: Stylewind 6.0

jimmyjazz — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 13:32:52 +0000

This week Miss Jackson reveals her new whammy winning body, Nicki Minaj inspires a fashion disaster and more.

Whammys

Solange Knowles

Great colors amplify this look into a head turner.

Selita Ebanks

Wrong lipstick but this dress is all right. It sparkles, has a sheer side and accentuates the right body curves.

Kim Wayans

Now here is a face we don't see enough of. This funny lady has a body that is no joke and she's showing it off in this body hugging number.

Schammys

Rihanna

Uhm, just because you have a tight body does not mean you should walk the streets in just a shirt with no pants. I'm assuming she left her pants at Ashton Kutcher's place or is that Meek Mills, or Chris Brown.

Monica

Those shoes destroy what could have been an otherwise decent look.

Charlie Wilson

Oh no Uncle Charlie did not take the stage looking like the most colorful pimp you ever did see.

Alice Smith @ City Winery

jimmyjazz — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 16:55:53 +0000

Who: Alice Smith
What: Alice Smith performs a live intimate set.
When: April 11^th, 2011 @ 8PM
Where: NYC's City Winery
Why: Vibe Magazine gushed that her sound "evoke[s] Fiona Apple's finest material." Her single "Dream" was nominated for a Grammy Award in the Best Urban/Alternative category. Her cover of Cee-Lo's "Fool for You" nearly bests the original. And oh yeah she can saaaaaang!

Whammys & Schammys: Stylewind 5.0

jimmyjazz — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 13:10:16 +0000

This week Miss Jackson reveals her new whammy winning body, Nicki Minaj inspires a fashion disaster and more.

Whammys

Janet Jackson

You can sign us up for Nutrisystem now if we can look only half as good as Miss Jackson does here.

Lenny Kravitz

The only "Hunger Games," Lenny is playing is whetting the appetites of women and men with his rock star swag here.

Usher

Ignore the burly bodyguard in the background; the scene-stealer is that python shirt which kicks Usher's causal look up a notch.

Schammys

By Way of...Nicki Minaj

The top schammy of the week belongs not to Nicki Minaj but to the gentleman to her left. Nicki this is the heinous style you've inspired. Lawd, save us.

Olivia

We think we know what she was going for, but it's clear Olivia had no clue which direction to head in. The shoes are not working with what could have been an otherwise decent understated look.

Zoe Kravitz

Apparently this week the style gene is not evident from Lenny to Zoe. This is the kind of macabre dress that belongs in the back of a thrift shop for e.v.e.r.

Whammys & Schammys: 2012 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards

jimmyjazz — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 13:59:02 +0000

While slime always steals the show at the Kids' Choice Awards, you can't forget the orange carpet where stars parade down in child friendly and not so child friendly looks. Lean over and jump into it below after the period.

Whammys

First Lady Michelle Obama

Never mind the other two people in this photo because the First Lady is killing 'em on the orange carpet in this, dare we say it, sexy tunic and skintight metallic silver jeans.

Jada Pinkett Smith

Yup, she was there with her children, but Jada was not looking like a soccer mom at all in this hot pink jumpsuit and cropped denim jacket. Can you say, MILF?

Willow Smith

This is surely one of Willow's more subtle looks but it shows she is maturing with effortless style.

Amandla Stenberg

"The Hunger Games," star takes what could have a been your typical dress for a teenage girl and flips it a with gold flats.

Selena Gomez

Uhm, is it just or us or does Selena seem to be a bit too much woman for Justin Bieber to handle?

Schammys

Nicki Minaj

No words.

Keke Palmer

And this is what happens when you try too hard...

Nick Cannon

Nick, those jeans belong in the 1990's.

Whammys & Schammys: 2012 BET’s Rip the Runway

jimmyjazz — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 13:49:02 +0000

Every year on BET the worlds of fashion and music collide and like any collision course things get ugly. Fortunately, there are a few who survive and come out on top as fashion whammys. Preview the good, bad and unspeakable below. Plus check it all out for yourself on Wednesday March 21^st on BET.

Whammys

Estelle

Understated jewelry complemented by a bright form fitting suit and some sexy lace ensures that Estelle will get herself an "American Boy."

B.O.B.

Here the rapper proves that the right blazer can go a long way in making an outfit.

Diggy Simmons

Cool, calm and collected is how Diggy looks in a button-down that demands a double take.

Schammys

Lil' Kim

Is she auditioning for "RuPaul's Drag Race?" Actually, I take that back. Some of those drag queens wouldn't even hit the streets in this get-up.

Selita Ebanks

The hair is not flattering since Selita looks better with a shorter 'do. Meanwhile, the dress is doing one too many things and none of it is working.

Robin Thicke

Gees, has the I.R.S. already started taking Robin's money 'cause this look is a poor choice.

Whammys & Schammys: New York & Paris Fashion Week 2012

jimmyjazz — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 14:27:37 +0000

When it's Fashion Week you know the stars are going to be front row and center looking their best or at least trying desperately hard to do just that. Check out how they fared during this year's Fall New York and Paris Fashion Weeks.

Whammys

Cassie

Well, well it looks like someone besides Rihanna and Ciara can do tomboy chic and make it hit.

Liya Kebede

A fur coat, a dress and sneakers sounds like an outfit coordinated for disaster. But Liya pulls it off with effortless style.

Eric West

Rocker meets hip-hop swag makes this work.

Eva Marcille

She leaves enough to the imagination in this stunner.

Kanye West

Say what you will about his studded blouse but we like the mix of feminine and masculine style.

Schammys

Alicia Keys

For some reason this outfit makes Alicia look a bit stockier than usual.

Toni Braxton

Toni, that pout has got to go. You're sexy enough without it although this outfit isn't helping matters either.

Beverly Johnson

Beverly looks better than usual here in an outfit that isn't trying to hard to be sexy. Still I can't forgive the number her weaves are doing to that hairline.

Whammys & Schammys: 2012 Oscars

jimmyjazz — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 14:20:42 +0000

The awards show may have aired Sunday but it feels like it just ended. Gees, that show is way too long. But as always we cut to the most important part: the horrendous fashion and the ones who looked good in comparison.

Whammys

Sacha Baron Cohen a.k.a. The Dictator

Sacha could have worn a loincloth and he'd still be a red carpet highlight simply for making Ryan Seacrest squirm.

Viola Davis

This Vera Wang dress reminds me of Christmas and is not my favorite look Viola has worn during awards season. Still I will say that she looks stunning. The natural hair is a bold and beautiful statement.

Jennifer Lopez

She may not go down in history as a legendary actress but she certainly looks the part.

Octavia Spencer

Now this is a woman who knows how to accentuate all of the right curves.

Sheila E.

Leave it to a woman of a certain age to show the young ones how it's done.

Li Bingbing

Simple and effective with a sexy sheer side.

Schammys

Diddy

I expected a bit more risk taking from someone so cocky. But, hey the fit is great.

Pharrell Williams

Same as above, minus the cocky part.

Cameron Diaz

Safe and underwhelming.

Esperanza Spalding

She may be a Grammy winner but you couldn't tell that from this boring and cheap looking dress. Let's find a better fabric store next time.

Maya Rudolph

Same as above, minus the Grammy and cheap looking part.

Sherri Shepherd

Way too much going on and none of it is good, especially not that distracting black bra.

Whammys & Schammys: 2012 NAACP Image Awards

jimmyjazz — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 14:27:18 +0000

From Viola Davis' eye-catching cleavage to Jill Scott's 1950's inspired wig; the best and worst is here.

Whammys

Octavia Spencer

Despite falling backstage, she didn't miss one step in this lovely aqua blue dress.

Jennifer Lewis

Jennifer is always a hoot wherever she goes with her fiery personality. Here she works a 1960's inspired look and a natural haircut that we love.

Viola Davis

Well damn! Viola certainly brought out "The Help" for this red carpet appearance. The color and fit are great and for that she gets a pass for letting her cleavage hang out. Next time Viola cover it up a bit more. You're way too classy to be flashing it all.

Keke Palmer

Certainly not the most original look but it's a lovely color.

Schammys

Louis Gossett Jr.

He may be an Oscar winner but you couldn't tell that from this sloppy appearance.

Yolanda Adams

Uhm, Yolanda should have said a little prayer for guidance in choosing a different look.

Tracee Ellis Ross

Tracee should have worn a shorter dress since this makes her look stumpy and the hair is way too causal.

Jill Scott

That wig. Oh lord. Enough said.

Whammys & Schammys: 2012 Grammy Awards

jimmyjazz — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 17:20:04 +0000

We can excuse stars if they decided to skip this year's red carpet. After all the music industry has lost way too many icons over the past few months. Still for those who showed up well, we gotta let 'em have it. Check out our picks for the best and worst.

Whammys

Rihanna

Simple, clean and effective. Too bad the same can't be said about the music.

Alicia Keys & Swizz Beatz

Although Swizz nearly steals the spotlight from Alicia with his vibrant choice of color, I mist say that both look polished. Had Alicia's dress been a gown with a train it would have been even more impressive.

Diana Ross

After all these years she is still The Boss. I would have preferred something brighter and more diva worthy but the big hair is always a plus.

Kelly Rowland

We may have seen this dress before but Ms. Kelly makes it her own.

Corrine Bailey Rae

If the Goth world met a whimsical fantasy it might look something like this.

Shaggy

Nothing special and nothing particularly terrible, either. Next time wear some color.

Melanie Fiona

A print dress that works mainly due to the stunning necklace. The excessively long ponytail has to go.

Schammys

Nicki Minaj

Obviously this is a costume meant to turn heads, but my head is turning to look far away from this hot mess.

Common

Where's the Common sense in this look?

Esperanza Spalding

I think I get what she's trying to do...on second thought, hell no!

Rick Ross

You've dressed more stylishly in your music videos, so why drop the ball at music's biggest night out?

Taraji P. Henson

This looks like something your fun and wild auntie might wear to show that she still has it. Too bad "It" is not this dress.

Indelible Festival @ Highline Ballroom

jimmyjazz — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 19:45:55 +0000

JAN 6, 2012 @ 8PM

SUPRISE SPECIAL GUESTS!

431 W. 16th St. - Between 9/10 Ave. in NYC

Produced by Jill Newman Productions

For tickets call TicketWeb - (866) 468-7619

Indelible Festival is dedicated to Gil Scott-Heron and Gordon Parks,

with a tribute to living legend Jimmy Scott.

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www.jillnewmanproductions.com

Amel Larrieux @ the Highline Ballroom

jimmyjazz — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 19:36:55 +0000

DEC 28, 2011 @ 8PM

431 W. 16th St. - Between 9/10 Ave. in NYC

Produced by Jill Newman Productions in association with Bliss Life

For tickets call TicketWeb - (866) 468-7619

www.highlineballroom.com (212) 414-5994

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www.blisslife.com

Whammys & Schammys: VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul

jimmyjazz — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 15:09:07 +0000

By now you have seen the best (mainly one or two performances) and the worst (virtually them all) of the night from "VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul." So now like any sidebar after your family get-together it's time to talk mess about all the folks whose faces you just smiled into and said how much you love. Get into it below.

Whammys

Estelle

Estelle is literally golden in this number. In person the only issue was her visible black bra, which was a distraction.

Queen Latifah

A chain-link to adorn her dress adds a creative element to the Queen's typical look.

Emily Busmante

She is neither a diva nor are we sure of what soul she possesses when it comes to music but Emily B. choose a safe dress and passes the mark.

Schammys

Mary J. Blige

A little too much cream, blonde and pink makes this choice a dud.

Jill Scott

Much too mitchy-matchy for our taste. Plus that edgy hairstyle does not complement this conservative style of dress. Something has to give.

Jennifer Hudson

This 1960's inspired sweater dress and 21^st century alien boots is not giving her the right "Spotlight."

Boyz II Men

Now this is just plain sad walking on the red carpet like it's still 1994.