Style Seen Daily Assistant Kelsey Kenson got first looks at the horses before the first races of the season at the Del Mar Race Track.

Dirt was flying as the chuts opened and horses hooves hit the dirt for the opening day of the 2010 Del Mar Thoroughbreds Club “Where The Turf Meets The Surf” Horse Races in Del Mar, California.  Betters yelled for their jockey pick to win while party goers chugged beer in the Coors Light Tent and the crowd was filled with revealing outfits and huge hats, similar to the infamous Kentucky Derby, but West Coast flavor.  A few big names in sports also joined in for the fun including quarterback Kyle Boller of the Oakland Raiders and Aaron Rodgers of the Green Bay Packers.

Horse Racing is the second most widely attended U.S. spectator sport, and you could tell by the opening day crowd.  The fairgrounds opened in 1937 by  the popular American singer/actor Bing Crosby.  The stands were a sea of hats, bright colors, feathers, flowers, ribbons and more were all you could see. Check out the hats that keep the tradition alive.

Matching in fire engine red, these blonde bombshells were ready for the races.

These red beauties were getting ready to party it up in the Coors Light Tent.

These lucky guys also sported hats.

Black & white hat power.

I checked out “The One and Only Truly Fabulous Hats Contest” where  this contestant created her own hat which took her four months to make.

This hat fan went all out for the opening day hat contest.

Big Del Mar Fan.

Horses, jockeys, trainers and owners get ready for the big moment, race one. Moments before the horses headed out of paddock to hit the turf.

Moments before race one of Opening Day.

Yes the sky was a bit cloudy but that didn’t stop fans to join the big race. These girls went to the extreme with their hats homemade and definitely outrageous.

Most Outrageous Theme was one of the 4 categories for the hat contest.

This contestant entered the “Best Flowers” category, she was ecstatic to tell us, ” This is my 8th year competing in the hat competition.” She also mentioned how much she loves keeping the tradition of dressing to impress at the races alive. This unique hat was home made and a whopping 8 pounds.

Flower Power

This gentleman shared his indecision of which category to enter either, “Most Outrageous Theme” or “Best Racing Theme”. His merry-go-round themed hat helped him choose the “Best Racing Theme” category as the horses literally spun around on his hat.

Ladies are not the only ones who entered the contest.

“Most Outrageous” theme was the category this women chose to enter. This hat is definitely one of a kind, and also was a fan favorite. She also had trouble fitting through the doors at the race track.

Can you say most outrageous?

Fan gone wild, lets just say this hat was a perfect “Del Mar” theme. She exclaimed to us that this outrageous hat took 6 months to make, she entered this look in the “Best Racing Theme” category. Wait for the craziest part this hat was 15 pounds, thats dedication.

"Where The Turf Meets The Surf"

This hat made us do a double take, when we saw a live fish on her hat. What a catchy theme for this “Most Outrageous” contestant.

Is that a real fish? YES!

The race is on.

Want more than just horse racing, Del Mar offers tunes for those music lovers. Offering a summer concert series including bands like Weezer, Common Sense, Super Diamond and ZZ Top. Fun filled day can include a day at the race track with Del Mar’s sweet summer savings, check out Free and Easy Wednesdays where Diamond Club members (a sign-up-free program) will get a Stretch run admission, program, seat and half-price beer all free of charge. Also make it a family date, free admission for kids and only $6 for adults on Family Sundays, prizes and games for the whole family too.

Hit the track before its too late races are from July 21 till September 21, 2010. CLICK HERE for more information.

Zac Efron at his premiere of "Charlie St. Cloud" in Westwood, CA July 20, 2010. Photo Credit: Digital LA

Ears were ringing when Zac Efron walked down the red carpet at the Regency Village Theatre in Westwood, CA for his movie “Charlie St. Cloud”  as hundreds of pre teen and teenage girls let out screams of excitement for their idol.  Efron, being the cutie that he is, took time to appreciate these girls and signed numerous autographs, which ofcourse led to more yelling and yep, even tears.  Normally the main star of a film is one of the last to arrive to the red carpet, but in this case Zac was actually among those who arrived first, giving extra time to his appreciative fans.

Zac Efron with girlfriend Vanessa Hudgens in Westwood, CA on June 20, 2010.

Efron’s girlfriend Vanessa Hudgens was by her man’s side in a dazzling metallic satin dress by Reem Acra, shoes by Jimmy Choo and a Ferragamo bag.

Charlie St. Cloud stars Kim Bassinger, Charlie Tahan, and Amanda Crew and is about a brother’s promise and whether he should follow it or follow the girl he loves.

Sarah Jessica Parker for Halston

Legendary American brand Halston launched their diffusion line in 2009, the epitome of Studio 54 glam, effortlessly elegant and fun, flocks of us have logged onto Net-a-Porter to buy dresses like the ones worn by the original Halstonettes Angelica Huston and Bianca Jagger.

Bianca Jagger & Designer Halston at Studio 54

Chic tiered dresses and mini skirts in a variety of colors were popular during those infamous club days, and now they’re back, maybe even better than before and this week at least, less expensive. Cult followers can purchase spring/summer merchandise at 75% off, including pieces by their latest in house designers announced early this year, Sarah Jessica Parker and Chloë Sevigny.

Halston Heritage Satin Jersey Gown Available On Net-A-Porter

Tuesday, July 20 & Wednesday, July 21 from 9am—8pm at 96 Spring St between Broadway and Mercer St.

Both the original Halston collection and Heritage diffusion lines will be available, items like $60 cocktail dresses, $40 totes, $2000.00 boots marked down to $150 a pair and gold lame, bright prints and disco vintage Studio 54 dresses and jumpers priced at $75, down from $400.

Haltson Soho Store Sale

There will be a designated fitting and cash as well as credit are accepted. This is a first come first serve sale, so we suggest checking in as early as possible!

Director Shari Springer Berman, actors Paul Dano, Katie Holmes, Marian Seldes, Kevin Kline and producer Anthony Bregman.

“The Extra Man” premiered at the Village East Cinema in New York City and we here at Style Seen Daily have the fashion recap for you.   Kevin Kline, Katie Holmes and Paul Dano star in this sophisticated comedy from filmmakers Shari Springer Berman and Robert Pulcini.

Victoria’s Secret supermodel Doutzen Kroes, who just announced her pregnancy with boyfriend of almost one year DJ Sunnery James, is looking like a supermodel mommy to be.  Can you believe Kroes is three months pregnant in this picture with her ruched side dress and beige pumps?

Supermodel Mommy To Be Doutzen Kroes attended the premier looking super hot.

Kroes looks absolutely beautiful and is an inspiration to pregnant woman everywhere proving that you can still look and be sexy while expecting.  And speaking of hot Mommies…

Katie Holmes stars in the upcoming comedy.

Katie Holmes attended the premiere in this navy blue and red striped Celine dress and paired it with Roger Vivier heels.

Stephanie Pratt chose a one shoulder dress to wear for the premier.

The Hills star Stephanie Pratt looked like summer cool  in this one shoulder floral print dress. The added gold bangles and white clutch turned it hippie chic. CLICK HERE for our one on one video with Stephanie to see how she does her make up and also to check out her Runway Magazine Photoshoot Party.

Want more scoop on this film, click here.

LA based graffiti artist Shepard Fairey has been creating artwork for a solid 20 years.  But it wasn’t until the 2008 presidential election that he became a household name.  His creation of the iconic Expressionist portrait of  President Obama with the caption “Hope” raised more than half a million dollars for Obama’s election campaign and it was what renowned author Malcolm Gladwell likes to call “the tipping point” for Fairey. This portrait spread like wild fire and was found all across America, and even the world, on billboards, bumper stickers, t shirts, jackets — the list is endless.

“The image has achieved what I hoped for, times 100,” said Shepard.

Shepard also created an image with Obama smiling and the caption “Victory.”

The road to political artist wasn’t straight and narrow —  Shepard has earned himself quite a rap sheet — he’s been arrested for street art multiple times. He did not approach the Obama campaign partly because of this reason.  But the combination of him postering it around his home base of Los Angeles and the image becoming a force on the Internet had the Obama campaign calling him after only a few weeks  – which was a smart move for the campaign for several reasons, including being able to control that the image wouldn’t be used in illegal ways.

“The reason why I did street art is because I wanted to share my art in front of an audience and the most direct way to do it, especially before the Internet, was to do find derelict spaces, abandon building, electricity boxes on corners and just put posters up,”  Fairey said.

We here at Style Seen Daily often have the pleasure to rock to Fairey as he is a resident DJ in downtown LA. He believes the world of music and art are intertwined. And just like his artwork, where he just starts and follows his passion not sure what the final work will be until he is done, he djs in the same manner, feeling the crowd and changing his music to the vibe in the air.  He reveals, “I love music and I feel like djing is audio graphic design.”

Shepard created the “André the Giant Has a Posse” sticker campaign in 1989, while attending Rhode Island School of Design.  This evolved into the “Obey” phenomenon with Obey stickers being stuck anywhere and everywhere (legal or illegal).  The Obey clothing line then followed suit.

He has also created album artwork for such artists as The Black Eyed Peas (Monkey Business) and  The Smashing Pumpkins (Zeitgesit).

Shepard Fairey is turning out to be one of our generation’s most influential artists. And SSD looks forward to watching Shepard spread his wings even further as we believe, like Obama, he is now in the right position to turn more of his ideas into beautiful creations.

When you think of Texas many may assume cowboy hats, boots and horses. But hold up now cowperson because there’s so much more. During the week of August 14 thru the 21 Texas designers will prove it by showcasing local clothing, accessories, jewelry and even home decor at the 2010 Austin Fashion Week.   Events will take place at local salons and retail stores throughout this beautiful city.

Fashion is not the only thing making its big debut during the week, as makeup artists, photographers, hair stylists and models will also be presented. And there is a charity angle as well, as money will be raised to benefit Austin Involved and Dress For Success. Austin Involved focuses on the community and donates money and time to different local organizations each month. Dress For Success, is an organization that contributes to disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and tools to help them succeed in the workforce.

Also during the week, participants will be competing for the votes of Austin Fashion Week Awards, there are three major categories; People’s Choice Awards, Critics Choice Awards and Peer Choice Awards. Texans will be debuting their fashion style during the week, find more information on the show here.

Solid Gold Boutique: Dress Jenna.

Who would have thought Texas would have such chic clothes. Solid Gold Boutique located in East Austin, Texas was the winner of the 2009 Austin Fashion Week, Best Overall Women’s Boutique. They have unique clothes and accessories by designers like lewis cho, nave,  Jocasi, and 2 Sisters Designs. Want more Texas wardrobe check out our Style Seen Daily’s showroom for more looks.

Monet Mazur and Nicole Richie. Photo Credit: Sara Jaye Weiss.

The CARRERA Sunglasses Escape at the Chateau Penthouse offers celebrities and Hollywood tastemakers a place to unwind while listening to music and sipping on champagne.  Fashionista Nicole Richie, Twilight Star Edi Gathegi, 90210 Actress Shenae Grimes and Lindsay Lohan BFF Marcus Molinari are just a handful of guests who enjoy kicking back here.

Style Seen Daily has exclusive pictures of this retreat that takes VIPS on a summer vacation in the city.

Sponsors CARRERA Sunglasses, Alternative Apparel, Lancaster, COVERGIRL and Café Bustelo have on display their current must have items which many guests enjoy testing out.

Priscilla Renae. Photo Credit: Sara Jaye Weiss.

Samaire Armstrong. Photo Credit: Sara Jaye Weiss.

Erica Cornwall, Angie Banicki, Crystal Fambrini, Charlotte Pruitt.

Sara Paxton. Photo Credit: Sara Jaye Weiss.

Steven Cojocaru. Photo Credit: Sara Jaye Weiss.

Shenae Grimes. Photo Credit: Sara Jaye Weiss.

Vienna Girardi and Amber Lancaster. Photo Credit: Sara Jaye Weiss.

Taryn Manning. Photo Credit: Sara Jaye Weiss.

Jack Osbourne. Photo Credit: Sara Jaye Weiss.

Marcus Molinari and Mia Moretti. Photo Credit: Sara Jaye Weiss.

Edi Gathegi with his Mom and Erica Cornwall.

Rebecca Romijn wearing Stella Maternity: Lauren Kiyomi sleeveless pocket dress.

The line Stella Maternity is a favorite among celebrities like Tori Spelling and Rebecca Romijn,this brand creates fashionable hip clothes. The line offers a variety of maternity clothing along with baby clothes and baby gear, its stylish and comfortable for those testing nine months.

Want to get the picture perfect look like the celebs, A Pea In The Pod, is the line so many of the stars are wearing. Model and mother of four Heidi Klum even came out with a maternity collection offered exclusively at A Pea In The Pod.

Klum says the style is, “playful, comfortable, while keeping supermodel style.”  She also explains, “Being pregnant shouldn’t stop you from being fashionable and feeling great about your changing body.”

Heidi Klum: Floral Print top ($39.98) from her collection.

Mother of two, Nicole Richie, dressed in a pea in the pod.

Nicole Richie gave birth to her second child son, Sparrow, in fall 2009. She also has daughter, Harlow, baby daddy is singer Joel Madden.

Amy Adams: Bailey Short Sleeve dress by a pea in the pod collection.

The Enchanted star had baby girl Aviana Olea Legallo with fiance Darren Legallo this May 2010. She like so many stars was a fan of, a pea in the pod, she wore this blue sleeveless dress to her baby shower.

Mommy to be again and Saturday Night Live Star will be having her second child with husband Will Arnett, hopefully he/she will come out just as funny as their mom.

Funny Lady Amy Poehler still looks adorable while pregnant. Keeping summer colors alive in a purple scoop neck t-shirt and jeans. She is due in late July.

Checkout our showroom for Style Seen Daily’s favorite items from A Pea In The Pod and Stella Maternity.

SSD Founder Crystal Fambrini with the creators and designers of the menswear line Necessary Baggage.

Click here for the behind the scenes “Crystal Cam.”

Is suiting up for work in sweltering weather making you hot under the collar?  Although lounging around in your air-conditioned pad all day sounds like the best plan—we all still have to work—and that means braving the fierce summer sun in business wear.  We all know getting skimpy isn’t an option in the office—so what is?  Make sure to consult your office’s dress code for the ultimate authority, but  let’s take a look at the general dos and don’ts for staying work-savvy and stylish in rising temperatures.

To Dos

Light is Right. One of the easiest ways to remedy to bring the temperature down a few notches is to look for lightweight and airy fabrics.  Think chiffons, breathable cotton or linen.  Try your traditional office pieces in less weighty form—like a _ sleeve cotton blazer like this one from Ann Taylor at Westside Pavilion ($129), or a printed chiffon blouse.

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