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One of the hottest trends coming down the spring/summer runway this year is cropped tops.   The key to this look isn’t about baring your entire stomach, it is actually quite the opposite. You can achieve a very sophisticated look, with a flirty cropped twist, by exposing just a glimpse of your toned tummy.

Diane Kruger nails the look by pairing her crop top with a great pair of high wasited slacks. Not only does a high waisted pair of bottoms give the illusion of a slimmer physique, it also allows you to bare a little skin without exposing alot. Remeber: its always better to keep them guessing!

Ashleey Simpson in a Carol Malony cropped top. www.life.com

The former Mrs.Wentz gives us a lesson in cropped class. Ashlee Simpson followed suit by pairing her crop top with a pair of high wasted shorts. She adds a dash of sophistication by tying it all together with a classic blazer.

Ashlee’s Fairy Tulle top by Carol Malony available at: www.polyvore.com for 158.00

Setting the scene for the holidays can be stressful and music is such an important part of that so we thought we would help you by compiling our top 25 Holiday Songs for you to add to your play list, or better yet, burn onto a CD for a last minute gift.

#1. “White Christmas” sung by Bing Crosby, written by Irving Berlin. According to the Guinness Book of World Records, it is the best-selling single of all time, with estimated sales in excess of 100 million copies worldwide. Berlin wrote the song in 1940, poolside at the Biltmore hotel in Phoenix, Arizona. It was first released in 1949, and has never been out-of-print since, it is the perfect way to get everyone in the holiday spirit. Many well known singers between the 50’s and present day have covered this song including; Barbra Streisand, Freddy Martin, Frank Sinatra, Perry Como, The Ravens, Mantovani, The Drifters, Elvis Presley, Mitch Miller, Andy Williams, Smokey Robinson & The Miracles, Jimmy McGriff, Doris Day, The Supremes, Dean Martin, Otis Redding, Lana Cantrell, Bob Marley, New Kids on the Block, Michael Bolton, Garth Brooks, Martina McBride, Linda Ronstadt, Bette Midler, Dionne Warwick, Westlife, Twisted Sister, Taylor Swift, Al Jarreau, Rick Astley, Andrea Bocelli, and Boy George.

#2. It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas – Perry Como. Meredith Wilson, composer of The Music Man, wrote this in 1951, it has become an evergreen classic.

#3. Happy Xmas (war is over) – John Lennon with Yoko Ono. One of this Beatle’s dreams was to create a classic Christmas song, he was successful with this one, simultaneously a holiday song and plea for world peace.

#4. The Christmas Song – Nat King Cole

#5. Baby Come Home For Christmas – U2

#6. Wonderful Christmastime – Paul McCartney

#7. The Most Wonderful Time of The Year – Johnny Mathis

#8. All I Want For Christmas Is You – Mariah Carey

#9. My Favorite Things – The Supremes

#10. Rockin Around The Christmas Tree – Brenda Lee

#11. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer – The Temptations

#12. Santa Baby – Eartha Kitt &/or Madonna

#13. Give Love On Christmas Day – Michael Jackson & The Jackson 5

First Lady Michelle Obama, Usher, Justin Bieber and President Obama 2009

#14. Someday At Christmas – Justin Bieber. Considering it was good enough for Usher, First Lady Obama and our President, I think its safe to say this makes the cut!

#15. One Little Christmas Tree – Stevie Wonder

#16. Baby It’s Cold Outside – Dean Martin

#17. Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas – Frank Sinatra

#18. Christmas Must Be Something More – Taylor Swift

#19. Santa Claus Is Comin To Town – Miley Cyrus

#20. Happy Christmas – Jessica Simpson & Ashlee Simpson

#21. Silent Night – Britney Spears

#22. Katy Perry (@Katy Perry) tweeted Christmas Songs are better when Elvis sings them, so Blue Christmas by Elvis Presley is perhaps is best one ever!

#23. Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays – N Sync (yes N Sync, we love this one from Justin Timberlake, Lance Bass, JC Chasez, Joey Fatone, and Chris Kirkpatrick, this was off of their 2nd album and went Double Platinum selling over 4 million copies

#24. Hark The Herald Angels Sing – Jewel

#25. Purple Snowflakes – Marvin Gay

Enjoy your night and Merry Christmas, oh and for those of you who really are questioning that #23, check out the video here below:

Ashley Simpson-Wentz at the Solstice Luncheon at Eveleigh in Los Angeles, CA on November 16, 2010.

Solstice celebrated the launch of SolsticeSunglasses.com with what you could call a ladies luncheon at our friend’s beautiful and yummy new restaurant Eveleigh in Los Angeles on Tuesday, November 16, 2010.  Style Seen Daily spent the afternoon with Ashlee Simpson-Wentz, Gabrielle Union, Amber Tamblyn, Elisha Cuthbert, Monet Mazur, Emily Rossum, Taryn Manning, Jordana Brewster, Eva Amurri, Kate Mara, Sasha Alexander and many more.  Oh yes, there were some (less than a handful really) heterosexual men there, like “Weed” actor Hunter Parrish, and this eligible bachelor had a great time sipping champagne cocktails and talking fashion with the ladies.

Hunter Parish and Rebecca Hunter at at Eveleigh in Los Angeles, CA on November 16, 2010.

Hunter pictured above with Rebecca Hunter.  Rebecca shared with us one of her favorite fashions —  pairing tights with shorts.  She told me that she’s bought several pairs of shorts and tights of late and loves that she can sport this trend in Los Angeles.  She also is a fan of pearls — and picked out her grey cardigan because of the pearl detailing.  All great choices Rebecca!

Now, back to Hunter, who is actually one of  my favorite LA guys and I credit him for keeping my breakfast super healthy — Parrish shared with me a while back his “secret” egg receipe — egg whites with mustard — it really is yummy!  Originally from Texas, he’s kept his Southern Charm and isn’t ever afraid to make fun of himself, “Have I gone Hollywood? I’m so rude!”  he jokes.  Super cute guy who we here at SSD always enjoy watching on Showtime and, trust me, you’ll be seeing much more of Hunter in the future.  A Fambrini forecast:  Hunter will make People’s sexiest guy list at some point in his career.

And, speaking of Showtime, how many of you out there are excited to check out the new series “Shameless” starring the lovely Emily Rossum? I know I certainly am and gave Emily my congrats.

Jordana Brewster and Emily Rossum at the Solstice Luncheon at Eveleigh in Los Angeles, CA on November 16, 2010.

Emily is as sweet as pie and we had a good laugh over some “shameless” things of our past, which I’m NOT sharing, some things better left to the imagination.  But here’s a hint, let’s just say the promo for Shameless doesn’t seem too far fetching.

Ok, ok, so let me get to what the party was about — sunglasses.  And living in Los Angeles, you must have more than one pair.

Me (Crystal Fambrini) posing with some Solstice sunglasses at the very fun event at the Solstice Luncheon at Eveleigh in Los Angeles, CA on November 16, 2010.

Celebrities, media and VIP’s celebrated Solstice new online boutique by exploring the site’s new design, functions, social media elements and extended product offerings. Guests viewed over 40 luxury, designer and sport sunglass brands, including Gucci, Giorgio Armani, Marc Jacobs, Bottega Veneta, Carrera and Smith Optics among others, on portable iPads and computers, while enjoying bites from the kitchen and beats by Tendaji.

Gabriel Union at the Solstice Luncheon at Eveleigh in Los Angeles, CA on November 16, 2010.

Gabriel Union and Ali Fedotowsky both gravitate towards big circle sunglasses, as it is a perfect way to glam up any outfit.  And very Jackie O reminiscent.  Also, I must say I’m loving Ali in blue, thanks to her amazing stylist who was at her side the entire luncheon.

Ali Fedotowsky on trend in blue and some big round sunglasses to help up at the glam at the Solstice Luncheon at Eveleigh in Los Angeles, CA on November 16, 2010

Don’t forget to check out:

SOLSTICE Sunglass Boutique

www.solsticesunglasses.com

Eveleigh

8752 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood 90069

Phone: (424) 239-1630

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