Last night, onetime runner-up Katharine McPhee took to the American Idol stage again, this time to perform with musical guest OneRepublic. The Smash star not only showed off her vocals but also a brand-new haircut. Katharine now joins a long list of celebrities making the "chop" this year, including Naomi Watts, Nicole Richie, and Karlie Kloss to name a few. What do you think of her shorter style?
Katharine McPhee spent a night out in NYC looking equally slick and chic, thanks to her black leather jacket and silky orange trousers. She completed her outfit with a simple black tee, spiked Christian Louboutin pumps, a black Chanel bag, and a few silver baubles, including a chunky watch, long necklace, and stacked rings. We were instantly drawn to this look because it satiates both an edgy and feminine styling aesthetic. Up top and on her feet, it was all about a tough feel, while in between, Katharine's silky pants provided a dash of girlie flair. So the next time you step out after dark, look to McPhee by matching up your edgier pieces (a leather jacket is a must) with flowy trousers. Don't own a pair? Shop our editors' picks to get the look now.
Clockwise left to right: AllSaints Martell Biker Jacket ($588), T by Alexander Wang Tee ($89, originally $126), Demitasse Demibullet Necklace ($73), Forever 21 Quilted Chain Strap Shoulder Bag ($25), Rebecca Minkoff Heart Stack Ring ($78), Christian Louboutin Fifi Spikes Red Sole Pump ($1,195), Nixon The Kensington Watch ($125), Emporio Armani Loose Trousers ($286)
What do Katie Holmes and Katharine McPhee have in common? They both looked impossibly cool sitting courtside at the Knicks game in NYC last night. Holmes styled denim on denim, courtesy of a chambray shirt and ripped jeans, then finished it all off with neon orange pumps. McPhee took a more utilitarian approach in an olive-green button-down top, black jeans, and black boots, then added a bunch of gold bangles for shine. Both ladies brought their off-duty A-game, but which look scores the most points?
Plenty of celebrities flocked to the fashionable fun of this year's New York Fashion Week. Miley Cyrus showed off her abs in a crop top at the Marc Jacobs show, while Olivia Wilde and Jessica Chastain sat front row to take in the Calvin Klein collection. Elizabeth Olsen and Liv Tyler linked up at Proenza Schouler, and Zoe Saldana took a seat next to Jada Pinkett Smith and Willow Smith for Michael Kors.
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Smash is baaaaaaack! Last night was the premiere of season two, and it did not disappoint. There are plenty of new characters (goodbye, scheming Ellis; hello, Jennifer Hudson!), new musical numbers, and, of course, lots and lots of drama. Another new addition is set designer Kalina Ivanov. She joined the behind-the-scenes cast to create a slew of new sets including a restaurant hangout, two apartments, and one very glamorous dressing room. The spaces are a perfect foil for the escalating tension between Karen (Katharine McPhee) and Ivy (Megan Hilty) as well as producer Eileen's (Anjelica Huston) continued fight to get their nascent show to Broadway. From the looks of it, they are going to be joined by tons of amazing guest stars this season (Sean Hayes, Jessie L. Martin, and . . . Liza Minnelli?!) and enough intrigue and fighting to keep everyone busy for a while.
We sat down with set designer Kalina to get the backstory and inspiration for a few of her sets this season. Read on to find out more about Kalina's process and how she gets the look!
— Additional reporting by Emily Bibb
Singer and star of Smash Katharine McPhee attended an event in NYC last night looking superslick in a pair of black leather pants. We too are huge fans of the leather look, but as of late we've been searching for a new way to rock our favorite pairs — that's where Katharine comes in. We love that instead of the typical sexy or edgy vibe, the actress opted for a preppy feel that's still totally night-out appropriate. Katharine started with a jewel-collar blouse by Equipment — shop the white version here ($310) — then topped it with a cozy gray crewneck sweater. On bottom, she matched her leather pants with sleek leather booties, then accessorized with a black clutch and just a few gold baubles. Mimic Katharine's latest with our editor-approved pieces below, and note: if you're looking to inject a little more glamour, all you need is a bold red lip to finish it off.
Bobby pins have long been the tools we use to expertly, and stealthily, keep our hair up. But lately they've been starring in the hair accessory game as accent pieces. Celebrities like Emily Blunt, Katharine McPhee, and Chloë Moretz have been spotted using the hair classic more for their form than function. Emily pushed a single pin into her vintage coif at the Critics' Choice Awards, while Katharine and Chloë stacked a trio of pins each.
Stick to side-swept styles to make sure your hair doesn't look like you forgot to pull out your pin. All three women's bobbies were actually serving a purpose, too, and a wayward pin almost always looks like a mistake. As for colors, let the style dictate which ones you choose. Similar hues to your hair color look classic, like Emily's pinned-back style. For a punchier take on things, try Katharine McPhee's colorful trio. Either way, you'll have a hair accessory that wins in both utility and chicness. And what's better than that?
While we all love cheering on our hometown teams, our favorite part of a basketball game is the opportunity to create the perfect sporty-chic look. And these two ladies — Katie Holmes and Katharine McPhee — both nailed it at the latest Knicks game. The dynamic duo covered all the fashion bases with chambray button-downs, distressed denim, punchy pumps, and a few glistening baubles. The result? Courtside styles that were equally polished and fuss-free. Whether you're heading to the game or just looking for a cool weekend combo, score big with these celebrity-approved looks.
Katharine McPhee just single-handedly upped the sexy quotient on tonight's red carpet. It's all about the fit of her black Theyskens' Theory gown, cut to reveal just enough leg — and decolletage. The other part of her standout red-carpet outfit equation was a perfect balance of sleek accessories, like her black and gold clutch and a (seriously hot) pair of strappy black platforms. A chain-link bracelet, diamond drop earrings, and a sultry smoky eye provided the finishing touches on the Smash star's style. Thoughts?
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Stars got back to work on movie and TV sets this week after the holiday break. Zac Efron filmed several romantic scenes with costar Imogen Poots for Are We Officially Dating? in NYC, while his The Paperboy costar Nicole Kidman got to work on Grace of Monaco in Paris. Katharine McPhee was busy filming a new episode of Smash in New York, but that's not all that happened in front of the cameras. Click through to see those stars and many more on set this week!
