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Top 10: The Week's Best-Dressed, 9-7-2012

A mix of dressed-up and dressed-down divas turned it out this week.

By Celia L. Smith · Updated October 28, 2020
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#10: Eve

Where: The 2012 Budweiser Made In America Festival in Philadelphia.

Why: Eve is calm, cool and cute – and we’re not mad at it. Get the look!

Top 10: The Week’s Best-Dressed, 9-7-2012
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02
#9: Estelle

Where: The Dwyane Wade book launch celebration with ESPN The Magazine at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City.

Why: The singer’s ensemble lends a laid back sporty-chic vibe perfect for the occasion. Get the look!

Top 10: The Week’s Best-Dressed, 9-7-2012
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#8: Amber Riley

Where: The Democratic National Convention at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Why: We were overcome with glee when we saw Riley singing the national anthem with style and grace. Get the look!

Top 10: The Week’s Best-Dressed, 9-7-2012
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#7: Jill Scott

Where: Performing during the Budweiser Made In America Festival in Philadelphia.

Why: Jilly looked fabulous performing in her hometown. The sharply shaped bob, peplum style top and mod earrings is a great look for the curvy diva. Get the look!

Top 10: The Week’s Best-Dressed, 9-7-2012
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#6: Nicole Richie

Where: The 9th Annual Style Awards during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Stage at Lincoln Center in New York.

Why: If you’re going to wear an LBD, make it a hot one. And Richie’s Anthony Vaccarello Spring 2012 plunging V-neck dress is definitely it! Get the look!

Top 10: The Week’s Best-Dressed, 9-7-2012
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#5: June Ambrose

Where: the 9th annual Style Awards during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at Lincoln Center in New York City.

Why: As usual June dressed to impressed. This time the stylist sported a tailored short set with lust-worthy accessories—a leopard conductor style hat and DSquared2 pumps. Get the look!

Top 10: The Week’s Best-Dressed, 9-7-2012
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#4: Joan Smalls

Where: The Style Awards during Spring 2013 New York Fashion Week.

Why: Smalls looked as if she walked straight off the Givenchy runway in this red hot look. From her make-up down to her killer boots, the model was catwalk-ready on the red carpet. Get the look!

Top 10: The Week’s Best-Dressed, 9-7-2012
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#3: Zoe Saldana

Where: The Premiere Of CBS Films’ The Words.

Why: We never get tired of old Hollywood glam style, and this Elie Saab sparkly cocktail number was such a tasteful touch for the red carpet. Get the look!

Top 10: The Week’s Best-Dressed, 9-7-2012
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09
#2: Rihanna

Where: The 2012 MTV Video Music Awards.

Why: Last night we saw a more demure side of Rihanna, and loved it. The dainty pixey cut and virgin white gown was a fresh break from her sexy, grungy style. Get the look!

Top 10: The Week’s Best-Dressed, 9-7-2012
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10
#1: Michelle Obama

Where: At the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Why: Mrs. O took the cake in this Tracy Reese dress and matching J.Crew kitten heels. The feminine pink silk style fit to the “T” and took our breath away the moment she stepped on the stage. Get the look!

Top 10: The Week’s Best-Dressed, 9-7-2012
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