Style Crush Saturday: Zendaya Coleman

Style Crush:  Zendaya Coleman

Known For:  Acting, Singing, Dancing

Style:  Glamorous, Fun, Feminine

This week's Style Crush is Zendaya Coleman.  Zendaya is a 16-year old American actress, singer, and dancer best known for her starring role as Rocky Blue on Disney Channel's sitcom Shake It Up.  At the beginning of her career, Zendaya started as a fashion model for Macy's, Mervyn's, and Old Navy.  Even though Zendaya loved fashion, modeling was not all she dreamed of doing.  Zendaya went on to be discovered by the same agent who discovered Miley Cyrus. She was then taken into the Disney machine, launching her career as an actress, dancer, singer, and even landing her a book deal.  Zendaya's most recent TV appearance was on this past season of Dancing with the Stars, in which Zendaya was not only the youngest contestant to ever be on the show, but also ended up winning 2nd place.  

After establishing herself as an actress on a hit TV show and nearly winning Dancing with the Stars, Zendaya has set her sights on publishing her first book (Between U and Me: How to Rock Your Tween Years with Confidence and Style) and is set to release her first album later this year.  If the girl can't seem to do enough, she is also in the midst of designing her own fashion line, inspired by her character's clothing on her show, Shake It Up.  The line will be designed for active girls and will include athletic apparel and accessories.  Zendaya is known for saying, "Fashion is my kryptonite." 

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Style Crush Saturday: Ariana Grande

Style Crush:  Ariana Grande

Known For:  Acting, Singing, Dancing

Style:  Quirky, Fun, Cute, Bright

Ariana Grande is an American actress that is best known for her role in Nickelodeon's sitcom Victorious as Cat Valentine.  At the age of 15, Ariana's first role was in 2008 when she was cast in the Broadway play 13 as Charlotte.  Since then, Ariana has been working on her debut album that is scheduled to release later this year, as well as starring in another Nickelodeon show Sam & Cat (a spin off of iCarly and Victorious).

Even though Ariana is still considered an up-and-coming artist, her fashion style is definitely established.  Her bright auburn hair plus her flirty dresses add up to a quirky, fun style that is always noticed on the red carpet.   Ariana always seems to have a bright presence along with a fabulous outfit, so it's no wonder she is Nickelodeon's new darling and one of the Internet's top searches. 

Credits: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
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Style Crush Saturday: Taylor Swift

Style Crush:  Taylor Swift
Known For:  Singing, Songwriting, Performing
Style:  Flirty, Feminine, Glamorous

This week's Style Crush is the one of my favorite artists, Taylor Swift.  Taylor Swift is an American musician who came to fame at the young age of 16 with the release of her first album, self-titled Taylor Swift..  Her third single "Our Song" not only was a hit on the country stations, but also went mainstream, taking the music world by storm.  Since then, Taylor has gone on to win 7 Grammy Awards, 11 American Music Awards, 12 Billboard Music Awards, and many others.

Growing up on a pine tree farm in Wyoming, Pennsylvania, Taylor definitely had country in her blood.  Not only did she love country music, but she also loved country style, which showed at the beginning of her career.  Cowgirl boots, flirty dresses, and ringlet blonde hair will forever be known as the classic Taylor Swift look.  After her teenage years though, Taylor lost the boots and curls and went for a more mature, hipster vibe.  Even though her hair is straighter, and her shoes are more U.K. than U.S.A., Taylor will always be the Princess of Country.  

Credits:  1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10

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Style Crush Saturday: Selena Gomez

Style Crush:  Selena Gomez

Known For: Singing, Songwriting, Acting

Style:  Feminine, Sophisticated, Elegant 

This week's Style Crush is the lovely Selena Gomez.  Selena Gomez is an American singer and actress that first made an appearance on Barney & Friends as a child.  In 2007, Selena came to fame when she starred on the Disney Channel show, Wizards of Waverly Place.  Since then, Selena has gone on to starring in multiple blockbuster movies such as Monte Carlo, Hotel Transylvania, and Spring Breakers and is set to release her 4th album this year.

Even though Selena has grown up in Hollywood in the public's eye, she never seemed to go through that awkward phase. She has always had style and class.  Her presence on the red carpet always causes a stir, whether it's about who she's with, what she's doing, or what she's wearing.  Her fashion sense is more mature and sophisticated than most would expect from a young women, and for that she has earned the fashion world's respect and admiration.  Selena's sweet radiance is one of a kind and her style is phenomenal. 

Credits: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

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Style Crush Saturday: Rihanna

Style Crush:  Rihanna

Known For:  Singing, Songwriting. Acting, Designing

Style:  Sexy, Fearless, Forward, Chic

This week's Style Crush is the irresistible Rihanna.  Rihanna is a native Barbadian who was discovered at the age of 15 when she met the music producer Evan Rodgers.  Rihanna moved to the United States in 2004 to pursue her career in music.  Since then, Rihanna has become one of the most influential celebrities in the world with over 29 million twitter followers, and one of the best-selling artists of all time with 30 million albums and 120 million singles sold.  

After growing up with a drug-addicted father and experiencing a dramatic childhood, Rihanna grew up strong and independent, which shows in her fashion decisions.  Rihanna's tough attitude influences her fearless wardrobe, making her daring outfits memorable and dynamic.  Whether Rihanna is all dressed up for the red carpet or walking from the car to her hotel, she always looks fabulous. 

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