Jessica Simpson dares to wear a pair of Daisy Dukes to Mr. Chow in Beverly Hills. - Josephine Santos/PacificCoastNews.comJessica Simpson was snapped exiting Mr. Chow in Beverly Hills last night toting a big red Gucci "Babouska" handbag. Sorry Jess. Even though it's Gucci, that bag is u-g-l-y and you ain't got no alibi! There's just too much metal going on and what's the purpose of the big tassel on the side? I think I'd just get that stuck in a car door and wind up driving around town with it blowing in the breeze.

On a positive note, Jess' hair and toned-down makeup are gorgeous. Maybe her stylist and BFF Ken Paves (pictured) just freshened her up, but whatever product Jessica is using, I want it!

I'm a little iffy about that flower-patterned faux-Asian-curtains-circa-1977 red shirt, but I think she manages to pull it off. And it's smart to pair a big billowy blouse with something slim-fitted on the bottom, but seriously girl, you're out to dinner at an expensive restaurant, leave the Daisy Dukes at home. You've got great legs, so go ahead and show them off, but when your shorts have frayed edges and

Leighton Meester wears an Alice + Olivia dress on the September 1 season premiere of "Gossip Girl." - Giovanni Rufino/The CWThe latest episode of "The Thread" is all about the fashions on "Gossip Girl" and how you can copy the show's Hamptons summer style. In the season premiere, Blair, played by Leighton Meester, wears a gorgeous $440 Alice + Olivia dress. This frock may be a little expensive, but florals are so popular this season that you can find them in all price ranges. Host Sarah Bernard models an adorable Forever 21 dress for just $24.80!

Flowers have been a hit with celebs this summer as well. Stars such as Cameron Diaz, Ashanti, and Julianne Hough have been spotted brightening up the red carpet in cheery floral prints.

Check out "The Thread" and also get the lowdown on "Gossip Girl's" sleek headband trend!

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With the current state of our economy, I don't think any of us are necessarily in the mood to shop. Still, it's hard not to be tempted by all of the fun fall fashions that are in stores right now -- particularly when it comes to boots! That's why "The Thread" has pulled together a few affordable options for those who are on a budget, including tips on how to make the footwear we already have last a little longer.

If you're lucky enough to have a cash surplus, check out some of the hot styles that stars like Blake Lively and Rihanna have been sporting in the latest episode of "The Thread":

We've been hearing that plaid, purple, and platforms are all big for fall, but another trend that seems to have taken over the red carpet is one-shoulder hot pink gowns with cascading details.

Three different hotties have been snapped wearing the style recently and they all looked pretty fab. I guess the fashion rule that everyone looks good in pink really is true!

"Heroes" star Ali Larter strikes a pose at an event in New York City. - Andrew H. Walker/GettyImages.comJulianne Hough attends the CMA Awards in Nashville, Tennessee. - Jemal Countess/WireImage.comAli Landry hits the 2008 American Music Awards red carpet in Los Angeles. - Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic.com

"Heroes" star Ali Larter glammed up a New York event in a gorgeous Ungaro gown that fell on the fuchsia side of hot pink. The fabric and draping make the dress look positively luxe and it doesn't hurt that Ali is tall and gorgeous. So how can dancer/country singer Julianne Hough compete in her hot pink Angel Sanchez dress that looks like the cheapy prom version of Ali's? Adding bling in the form of Ralph Lauren earrings and a Daniel Swarovski bracelet and clutch certainly helps, as does the dramatic ruffle around her shoulder and down her back.

Meanwhile, Ali Landry took the look in a different direction. While the

Guest star Lindsay Lohan joins America Ferrera on the set of "Ugly Betty." - James Devaney/WireImage.comIn the latest installment of "The Thread" host Sarah Bernard gets the lowdown on the unique style of hit TV show "Ugly Betty, which kicked off its exciting new season last night.

Not only is the series now being appropriately filmed in NYC -- the fashion capital of the world -- but Patricia Field, who styled the women on "Sex and the City," is officially their  new costume designer! (FYI, she also dressed the "Ugly Betty" cast in the pilot episode.)

As Becki Newton (who plays Amanda) points out, "We're in New York City filming a show about New York City with Pat Field as our costume designer. It couldn't be better." The show's quirky mix of uptown designers and downtown vintage make for a colorful and interesting tableau of seriously unique style.

Also on tap: beauty tips on how to get that gorgeous and glowy Emmy red carpet look. Check it out:

We've said it before, and we'll say it again: Season after season, one article of clothing never goes out of style ... jeans. Whether you're running errands, heading into the office, or hitting the club scene, the perfect pair can keep you comfy, casual, and looking cute. Perhaps that's why a stream of stars are stocking up on For Joseph's new legging jeans.

Isla Fisher rocks the stretchy jeans while out and about in Beverly Hills. - IONU/X17online.comHayden Panettiere hangs out on the "Heroes" set in her perfect pair. - Splash NewsTween queen Selena Gomez sports some while vacationing in Puerto Rico. - PacificCoastNews.com  

Created by French husband and wife design team Joseph & Laurence Agi, these must-have trousers feature a unique softness thanks to the use of a new spandex, TB8A. This sophisticated fabric not only delivers a great fit; it also allows the denim to maintain its shape after repeated washing, unlike every other stretch jean on the market. As a result, the SoCal-based dynamic duo has numerous celebrities, from "Confessions of a Shopaholic" star Isla Fisher to "Heroes" hottie Hayden Panettiere, sporting their jeans. The company's motto? "Knowing what women feel good wearing." The result? Sales through the roof. Pick up a pair for

Annie (Shenae Grimes) and Silver (Jessica Stroup) got all dolled up for Naomi's birthday bash. - Michael Desmond/The CWThe highly-anticipated revival of "90210" premiered the other night. The big question on my mind was will the "90210" kids of California be as stylish as the New York City teens on "Gossip Girl"? After one episode it might be too soon to tell, but "The Thread" did pick up on one hot trend spotted on the show: layered necklaces.

Silver (played by Jessica Stroup) made a dramatic statement with the jewelry she wore to Naomi's 16th birthday bash. The two necklaces were from T. Cyia and together retail for around $640 dollars. Of course, you can get a similar look for much less. Check out "The Thread" below and find out how:

Country girl Jessica Simpson gets 'Fancy.' - Kevin Mazur/WireImage.comPop -- correction -- country singer, actress, fashion designer. Jessica Simpson can now add one more occupation to her resume: perfumer.

The 28-year-old donned a gorgeous chocolate dress for the debut her new fragrance Fancy at a Dillard's store in her native Texas. With ingredients like pear, apricot nectar, toasted almonds, and caramel, the scent is sweet but not cloying.

This isn't the Jessica's first foray into the world of beauty. She launched an "edible" cosmetics line in 2004, and has been a spokesperson for Proactiv since 2005.

Personally, I think creating her own fragrance was a smart move for Jess. Celebrity perfumes are cash cows. According to Forbes.com, sales of Jennifer Lopez's Glow and Live Luxe fragrances totaled $77 million in 2006! Even Elizabeth Taylor, the venerable queen of star scents, had $60 million worth of sales for White Diamonds the same year.

The entrepreneur is joined by a furry friend, her pooch Daisy. - Kevin Mazur/WireImage.com 

Judging by Jessica's smile, she's already inhaling the sweet smell of success.