Hayden Panettiere is on two covers for August 2009, Seventeen and Lucky. It’s Hayden’s moment anyways. I love seeing the photo shoots she does. The camera loves her.

In this issue she talks about how she is only a bit over five feet tall and is constantly pulling off every outfit she wears.

“There are all these little tricks that make such a difference. Like being conscious of when a shoe cuts me off at the ankle, so it doesn’t shorten my legs.”

She also talks about her favorite things…like how she likes Rihanna’s style.

“I admire Rihanna’s ability to put on just about anything and look amazing. Her outfits are always very her.”

And other favorites? Demylee cardigans (”They’re sort of like a blankie you can wear”), Moroccanoil hair treatment (”Besides smelling like heaven, this hair oil gives nice shine”) and Satin peep-toe “Hyper Prive” platform pumps from Christian Louboutin (”[They] came to my rescue in Cannes”).

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Walking the line between good taste and risk is hard enough for a normal red carpet event, but when it comes to the Costume Institute Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, it’s time for fashion critics (large and small) to be more ruthless than normal. You see, this event is sort of almost like Halloween – you’re supposed to go all out. And while the celebrity of your choice should look good, if they play it too safe here they’re just plain boring! (Such was sadly the case for far to many – from  model Gisele Bundchen in a tiny minidress, to model Amber Valletta in a simple tangerine colored dress. YAWN.

This year’s theme? The Model as Muse: Embodying Fashion

Sadly, Gossip Girl Leighton Meester goes on my list of ‘BAD’. She certainly made an effort. But she went overboard. She can’t seem to decide between an 80’s theme or being Shirley Temple. I’d personally pass on both. Verdict: BAD.

But LeMe wasn’t alone. In fact even the wonderful Heidi Klum had a ‘miss’ last night.

[Click under the jump to see seven more pictures of the BAD and GOOD]

Heidi, you’ve been swallowed by a giant…uh…tattered bundle of cloth? I appreciate the drama, at least. Verdict: BAD.

Okay Hilary Swank, I get it. This isn’t a normal, boring dress. You’re sooo edgy. Or, you know, riddled with static cling! Verdict: BAD.

The dress and boots might have worked on Madonna. IF IT WEREN’T FOR HER HEAD GEAR. What is that, really now? A new form of scrunchie? Verdict: BAD.

Rihanna… *Giggle* Verdict: BAD.

Ashley Olsen, this is actually very well played! It’s unique and catches the eye. The back looks more or less like a white shower curtain, but the back is lovely. Verdict: GOOD.

Emmy Rossum (right)  usually sticks to classics and plays it safe. By sticking to a classic shape with a few flairs, she makes this dress work for the event. I would probably hate it for any other occasion. Verdict: GOOD.

Finally, one of these models gets it right! Good job, Miranda Kerr. This LBD is better than basic.

Pictures from Starpulse.com unless otherwise noted.

Rihanna and Chris Brown get caught during a moment at the BET Awards Tuesday night. These lovers friends look pretty cozy! Just friends eh? Yeah right!

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