Ex-Managers Hit Ke$ha with a $14 Million Dollar Lawsuit

Ke$ha (gossipbeast.com)

According to former managers inexplicably successful Ke$ha failed to honor a “commission deal” that helped her land a major contract, and now they are seeking $14 million in a lawsuit.

D.A.S. Communications is claiming Ke$ha agreed to pay them 20% of her earnings if they secured her a contract. Ke$ha’s lawyers dispute the claim saying that part of deal was that D.A.S. had 12 months in 2007 to find her a record deal, but didn’t, so Ke$ha doesn’t owe them anything. The deal Ke$ha currently has with RCA/Jive is independent of D.A.S.

First of all, who does one sue for releasing Ke$ha into pop culture consciousness? And I seriously doubt she has $14 million from just a couple of hit singles. (gossipbeast.com)

Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz Are Engaged – and Expecting!

Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz

Apparently homewrecking has paid off for Alicia Keys because she is getting herself a wedding and a baby.

Reps for Alicia and music producer Swizz Beatz confirm the two “are expecting a baby and are engaged to be married in a private ceremony later this year.”

 

It will be the first marriage for Alicia and her first child. Swizz Beatz is father to Kasseem Jr., 3, and son Prince, both from previous relationships. As you know Swizz left his ex-wife Mashonda Dean for Alicia. She naturally didn’t it take it well and is planning to write a tell all book. In the meantime Mashonda has taken legal action against the producer, claiming he’s a deadbeat dad and owes her lots of money. She is suing for $334,000 in missed alimony and child support payments in the Manhattan Supreme Court. (gossipbeast.com)

Sarah Jessica Parker's Nicholas Kirkwood Heels

Just how stunning are these turquoise Nicholas Kirkwood platforms that SJP has been sporting on not one but three evenings out lately? If I had a pair I would most probably sleep in them as well...
Nicholas Kirkwood for Future Collectables at Browns U.K.

Photos courtesy of dailymail.co.uk

Lodger's Shoe Of The Month

The first of June has been something of a disappointment. The grey skies have alternated between a dribble then a downpour throughout the day. As I type this I'm a drowned, grouchy rat but before I jump in to a hot shower and declare an end to this torrid day, I have to share one of the few positives to come out of the day, Lodger's shoe of the month. If, like me, you've been cursing the weather and the month of June alike, the sight of these shoes will certainly change the mood...

The Two Tone Desert Boot sitting proudly atop of the sand in Lodger's window.

For their June Shoe of the Month, the nice folks at Lodger have reinterpreted their classic desert boot for the summer months. Inspired by sandy shorelines, the Two-Tone Desert Boot marries pebble grey quarters with a sandy white vamp, creating a modern update to the traditional two-piece pattern. The pastel suede palette sums up my fondest beach memories. Just looking at this shoe transports me back to summers spent on the Kent coast. Hunting for crabs by the rock pool, jumping off piers in to the cold, cold sea, scoffing melting ice cream and tip toeing my way across the burning sand. These feelings of nostalgia were only intensified by the transformed shop window beach scene.

A close look at the shoe of the month.

In keeping with the simple, relaxed style of the classic desert boot, Lodger have chosen a lightweight crepe sole which is ultra flexible and slipper like in comfort. The boots are made in fine calf suede and are completely unlined. They are perfect for going sock less (or why not opt for an invisible sock like Mr Hare ) this summer. Natural storm welt, light stitching and simple white laces complete the fresh, modern look. The Great British Summertime might still throw in the odd rainy day but these shoes with their pastel suedes will brighten up my mood.

A needed reminder that the British Summertime isn't all that bad.

Be fashionable and cool this summer with our ankle and knee sock collection

Our latest collection of cute cotton socks from Europe! Great with heels or flats, pair with a dress or shorts, your legs will be fashionable and cool! Many different styles available, lace, striped, dots, abstract patterns, all brushed cotton and beautiful quality. Keep cool and fashionable this summer with our Italian knee and ankle socks and for a limited time, they are on sale! Click here for sock sale details

Kelly Rowland shows off her Bikini Body on the Beach in Miami, May 31, 2010

Kim Kardashian attends the clothing drive for My Friend's Place in West Hollywood, May 26, 2010