Dana Prigge’ and Celebrity Make-up Artist Kim Baker (right) strike a pose for her new beauty book!!

Photo Credit: James@jamesweberstudio.com

Dana’s Makeup: Kim Baker Beauty

Hair: Julsstudio.com

Assistant: Blaire’ Warren

Dana’s necklace: JANE BASCH DESIGNS 

Dress: Eric Daman for Charlotte Russe

Hi, everyone!! As always the under-lying powerful motto of DailyFashionista is the celebration of inner-beauty! Let’s face the fashionable facts — it’s our true beauty that radiates from the inside out that truly makes each one of us beautiful in our own special way.

I was recently asked by Celebrity Make-up Artist, Kim Baker (who began her career as a straight sized model) to be a part of her new beauty book, ‘The Beauty Within.’ After struggling to maintain a size small enough to model the sample sizes; this curvy and statuesque “glamazon”, as she refers to herself, came on the plus size scene to a very successful run as a model but soon realized the “hypocrisy” of the fashion industry did not stop at “plus sizes.” Eventually, she left the modeling industry, but not before networking herself to the top of the list. Today’s she’s an accomplished celebrity makeup artist, and entrepreneur.

So, I made my way to the James Weber Studio in Manhattan for a photo-shoot deluxe for Kim Baker’s brand new, empowering book. My makeup was applied flawlessly by Kim Baker herself (what a treat), my hair was perfected by Juls of Julsstudio, Blaire’ Warren made certain that my Eric Daman for Charlotte Russe dress fit flawlessly!  What a fabulous time! I can’t wait to share all of the photos from the shoot AND Kim Baker’s new book when it launches. True beauty does really come from within!!

PRESS: PEREZHILTON.COM

So many warm and wonderful people like The Veronicas (above) came out for our Sydney party last night. It really touched us and made us feel a wee bit better!

Making it to our soiree at the Zeta Bar for an hour and a half was the first time we’ve left our hotel room since Sunday evening. And it was well worth it.

Everyone was having a great time and that put a huge smile on Perezzer’s face!

The organizers of our big to-do were even kind enough to set up a bed for us in one of the rooms. Several people put it to good use, starting some pillow fights and jumping up and down.

Pneumonia sucks and being this sick our first time in Australia is especially depressing. But, that just means we’ll have to come back again soon to see and do everything properly!

Thanks to everyone at the Sydney Hilton, to Sue Snape and India Bent and Tiffany Farington.

[Perez Hilton's jacket by Mossimo and pocket square by Burberry. Selected by Stylist: Dana Prigge. Perez's shirt courtesy of Robert Graham.]

PRESS: NEW YORK POST

March 26, 2007

CHRIS RICHARDSON

Age: 22

Hometown: Chesapeake, Va.

Starting look: Cute, nerdy boy next door.

Makeover: Cute, nerdy boy next door with a jacket and tie.

Expert tips: Turns out boys worry about tummies and lengthening their bodies, too. For that, stylist Dana Prigge recommends adding a tie. “An awesome way for a guy to lengthen his body and cover some trouble spots is to wear a tie. Not a stiff, formal one but a funky, skinny tie,” she says. “And, the white blazer makes him look polished -a crisp, a good look for the spring.”

Rating: **

MELINDA DOOLITTLE

Age: 29

Hometown: Brentwood, Tenn.

Starting look: Girls night out in Reno.

Makeover: For Doolittle, it was all about an outfit change. Instead of pairing boring jeans with a tank top and leather jacket, she’s opting for a more stylish look with trendy accents like a fitted vest over a satin blouse.

Expert tips: It’s all about the vest. “It’s all about sophistication and shine and using a vest, which pulls it together,” says Prigge. “She also looks skinnier, definitely, because the vest accentuates the torso, which is the smallest part of a women’s body.”

Rating: ***

BLAKE LEWIS

Age: 25

Hometown: Bothell, Wash.

Starting look: A 12-year-old Eminem who plays golf.

Makeover: In keeping with his quirky preppy style, Lewis still rocks plaid pants, but they’re not as baggy, and the blazer and button down gives him a much more put together look. Plus, losing the hat was a good move.

Expert tips: “Before he looks like Lisa Lopez from TLC,” says Prigge. “For all men, a great way to pull a look together is with a fabulous jacket. You can take a button-down, pair of jeans and T-shirt and just put it all together with a structured, well-fitting jacket.”

Rating: ***

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Link of the Day – DailyFashionista.com

by SP

Just in case you need a little inspiration on a daily basis! I know that I can certainly use a bit of help. I’m just about ready to empty my closet so that I can start from scratch!

The Daily Fashionista - Go and say hello and then tell her that Shopaholics Daily sent you!

“Dana attends some of the most exciting NYC events, sits at Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week, interviews celebrities & socialites, reports on the hottest trends and attends exclusive charity functions. Ever the enthusiast, Dana created DailyFashionista as a positive web site that celebrates the inherent beauty that is within all women. Looked to for her daily dose of fashion inspiration, Dana provides inner power and confidence to people everywhere.” — CHANCE TV

PRESS: SASSYBEAN.COM

SEPT. 27, 2007

 ”At the end of the day, if a beauty or fashion oriented blog has made a woman smile – that is what truly matters,says Dana Prigge, author of the very popular Dailyfashionista blog. Whether someone’s site originates with a person or a commercial entity, or a person who is part of a commercial entity, what’s most important is that after reading the site the reader feels informed and empowered.”

The bottom line, and the true beauty of the blog medium is that the only way a blogger can be successful and attract readers is to blog from the heart.

* For entire article click here

PRESS: THE BUDGET FASHIONISTA

November 23

Here at The Budget Fashionista, we love nothing more than when our sharp-eyed, stylish colleagues share their own fabulous budget finds ere, we have a heads-up from Dana Prigge (of Daily Fashionista), on a totally affordable way to get some Missoni style without dropping a bundle. The dress on the left is the Missoni, from Saks, priced at a staggering $695. Crazy, right? On the right, a cowl neck dress from Wet Seal for get this $24.50. Nice.

 *For the entire article click here.

Style Editor, Dana Prigge’ striking a pose in Luxe by Lisa Vogel
Location: RDV Lounge, NYC
Photo credit: Kristen Colapinto
Fedora: Jovan Jane

The Cadette Bandeau Bra (with the Tab Side Pant), as featured in the May Issue of ‘RedBook’ magazine with the Kardashians gracing the cover (@redbookmag), can either be worn true asymmetrical style or bandeau style. Now, you can look pool-side chic and get that perfect bronzed summer glow – without the pesky tan lines! You love?!

More about Luxe by Lisa Vogel:

Luxe by Lisa Vogel is the new sleek, sexy and wearable swimwear line designed for today’s modern beach sophisticate. Created by Lisa Vogel, swimwear expert, fashionable mother of two and co-president of swim industry Leader RAJ Manufacturing, to fill the needs of style mavens and hipster moms like herself looking for swimwear that perfectly fits and flatters.

Stunning bikinis, tankinis, maillots, and coordinating resort wear in smart, sexy shapes lend a nod to high-fashion runway inspirations. Luxurious fabrics, gorgeous detailing and Italian hardware against a contemporary color palette inspired by Lisa’s passion for exotic travels and fine art lend a sleek, eclectic vibe. The unbeatable fit flatters, enhances and conceals, enabling beach sophisticates and stylish moms to feel comfortable and confident no matter where she is headed – whether its lounging poolside at her favorite Hawaiian resort, sailing around the glamorous Amalfi coast or relaxing on the sandy beaches in her own backyard.

Made with the highest quality standards in the USA, the Luxe by Lisa Vogel collection is available at fine retailers across the globe, including select Four Seasons Resorts, Diane’s Beachwear, Palacio in Mexico, and The Pelican Hill Resort in Newport Beach, California.

Stunning bikinis, tankinis, maillots, and coordinating resort wear in smart, sexy shapes lend a nod to high-fashion runway.

The cast of the “Real Housewives of Miami” pose with Micah Jesse.

Photo credit: Moises de Pena

What inspires YOU? I had the opportunity the other evening to attend the Fourth Anniversary Celebration for MicahJesse.com a celebrity news website written by Micah Jesse, which was held at “The Box” in Manhattan. Driven by his admiration of everything celebrity, ‘Micah’ is so much more than just the author of his website — he IS the essence of the ever-so-popular MicahJesse.com!  Every day, legions of people world-wide check-in with Micah for the latest dish on the hottest celebrities. His celeb “BFF’s” as he lovingly refers to them — were all out in full-force to celebrate the success of his highly visited and talked about website! The Daily News just posted a fabulous mention of the event in their ‘Gate Crasher’ column.

Aubrey O’ Day and Micah Jesse strike a sassy pose.

Photo credit: Moises de Pena

The ultra-hip venue ‘The Box’ on Chrystie Street in Manhattan served as the perfect back-drop for this celebrity driven, fashionable and entertaining bash! As guests entered this exclusive event, VIP’s were given ultra cool PowerBalance bracelets and whisked to an upstairs floor that overlooked glittering crystal chandeliers, a gorgeous trapeze artist, and a red-carpet step & repeat where Micah himself greeted his guests! ‘The Real Housewives of Miami’ were dressed to the nines (Adriana de Moura, Alexia Echevarria, Lea Black and Marysol Patton) and just wrapped-up the taping of their reunion show for Bravo, all made certain to show their support and help Micah celebrate in high-style. No detail was left unattended to and the BCakeNY celebratory cake (so tasty) was created to resemble his website!

Also there to congratulate Micah were Kelly Bensimon & Sonja Morgan (Bravo’s “Real Housewives of NYC”), Aubrey O’ Day (Oxygen’s “All About Aubrey”), DJ Cassidy, Albie Manzo (Bravo’s “Real Housewives of New Jersey”), Orfeh (Tony-nominated Broadway actress), Eric Daman (Stylist for “Gossip Girl” and Charlotte Russe), Jonathan Cheban and Simon Huck (E!’s “The Spin Crowd”), O’Neal McKnight, Donnie Klang (MTV’s “Making The Band”), and Camilla Romestrand & Eddie The Gun, and DJ Tracy Young among others.  The hottest fashionistas and PR mavens — Anne Watkins & Vanessa Curtis of LGPR, Kelly Brady of Brandsway Creative and Juliana Goldman of Berk Communications were also in attendance.

Guests were generously offered delicious specialty Hennessy Black cocktails that were custom-created and named after Micah, himself!! My favorite was the ‘CeleBFF’- of course. If this wasn’t enough — singer extraordinaire (gorgeous and soulful) Marla Joy took the stage and sang her heart out to the packed house– LIVE!  Her performance was more like a special mini-concert as she sang song after song and then broke into “Take Another Little Piece of My Heart.”  Kristen Colapinto (of Social Vixen) and I couldn’t help but groove the night away to her energized, melodic voice (see video, below).  I also have to say that Micah looked rather incredible thanks to his talented fashion stylist Leo — who dressed Micah in fierce leather pants, a crisp well-tailored button down shirt, black skinny tie and hot pink satin blazer (I need to get the details on Micah’s look, asap and share the scoop with everyone).

It was such a positive, wonderful and fabulous evening! This night was a true representation of the power of creativity, innate wit and hard work! A special thank-you to Micah Jesse for having me as his guest. Now, I’m logging back onto www.micahjesse.com because this fashionista is clearly obsessed with everything up to the minute in the celebrity world! I also enjoy Micah’s site because his coverage is written in a very upbeat, intelligent yet light way and find it as a great escape from the world’s stresses. I can’t wait to see what else is in the works for this media guru!

Dana Prigge’ of Daily Fashionista and  Alexia Echevarria “Real Housewives of Miami.“

Dana Prigge’ “DailyFashionista”, Micah Jesse “MicahJesse.com”, Kristen Colapinto “SocialVixen.”

He’s our man!! XO