The Plait

What do you think of the braid or plait in hair look for red carpet events? Is it too simple or too Swiss milk-maid?

Kate Hudson with her sleek hair and single plait down her back is taking simplicity too far with this celebrity look. This is a 'just popping into the local grocery store' look. Not red carpet material.

Diane Kruger does look like a traditional Swiss milk maid who milks cows. It must be the single plait wrapping around the top of her head.

The winners for this celebrity look are Blake Lively with her shiny loose locks and three skinny plaits in the front part to make this down-style a little more interesting.

And Lauren Conrad, who may have copied Jennifer Aniston's look but still looks beautiful nonetheless. To re-create this look grab three very small sections of hair and start plaiting. Grabbing hair as you go along.

The Zumba

I know this isn't a celebrity look, but it's what some celebrities do to help keep them in shape so they can continue to wear these looks. Imagine Eva Longoria, Vivica Fox, Jennifer Hewitt, and Natalie Portman shaking their bootie in the gym.

If you have never heard of Zumba, seen the infomercials, or seen classes advertised at your local gym, it is a dance-based exercise program designed to burn those calories by busting salsa and merengue moves.

Now I'm all for keeping fit and doing whatever it takes to stay fit, but when you have a whole bunch of people doing moves in unison following the instructor isn't it just a glorified version of a dance class?

A bunch of people who are not imaginative enough or incapable of coming up with their own moves, and are afraid to swing those hips in nightclubs. Eventhough I do appreciate a person's effort to try, I do feel sorry for the uncoordinated few who really really really really try.

If you're a Zumba go-er, kudos to you. Whatever helps burn-off those peanut butter m&ms I say.

The Black Blazer

Talk about one item of clothing that can completely transform a 'blah' look into a classy and sophisticated look. Traditionally part of the standard 2-piece office attire, this classic black blazer is one celebrity look that is definately not being worn in the traditional way.

Jessica Simpson pairs it up with shorts and a chunky necklace, and her green Tempest handbag from her collection. Love!

Choose a tailored jacket that is pinched at the waist to accentuate your waistline, but ditch the '80s style shoulder pads, you don't want to look bulky.