Best of 2009 Style - The Rundown

Best Red Carpet Style - Kerry Washington consistently gets it right on the red carpet. She keeps it edgy and fashionable.

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Best Red Carpet Style - Kerry Washington consistently gets it right on the red carpet. She keeps it edgy and fashionable.

Biggest Hair Transformation - When Ciara stepped out with her short ‘do, no one was sure if it was the real deal. <i>Way to snag some publicity CiCi!</i>

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Biggest Hair Transformation - When Ciara stepped out with her short ‘do, no one was sure if it was the real deal. <i>Way to snag some publicity CiCi!</i>

Best Beauty Moment - When President Obama and the First Lady danced at the 2009 Inaugural Ball everyone was in awe.

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Best Beauty Moment - When President Obama and the First Lady danced at the 2009 Inaugural Ball everyone was in awe.

Best Dressed Couple - When Big Willie and Jada hit the scene they are always a fashion couple to watch.

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Best Dressed Couple - When Big Willie and Jada hit the scene they are always a fashion couple to watch.

Most Outrageous Bling - Soulja Boy Tell ‘em can’t get enough of the shiny stuff and he makes sure he shows it all off.

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Most Outrageous Bling - Soulja Boy Tell ‘em can’t get enough of the shiny stuff and he makes sure he shows it all off.

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Most Fabulous Fashion Face-Off - This sexy cut-out mini was a celebrity favorite that managed to look fabulous on everyone.

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Most Fabulous Fashion Face-Off - This sexy cut-out mini was a celebrity favorite that managed to look fabulous on everyone.

Celeb Designer of the Year - Rocawear made a momentous 10-year mark on the fashion industry in 2009.

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Celeb Designer of the Year - Rocawear made a momentous 10-year mark on the fashion industry in 2009.

Best Short 'Do - Mary J’s sassy pixie cut gave her typical blonde locks new life.

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Best Short 'Do - Mary J’s sassy pixie cut gave her typical blonde locks new life.

Rachel Roy - Designer Rachel Roy creates each piece of clothing as if they're works of art. From cotton to raw silk, Roy uses materials that accentuate the woman's figure with the utmost care. We can't wait see what fashions she'll have gracing the RTR models this year.

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Best Celebrity Bargain - Rachel Roy has an amazing yet affordable line of clothes that can be found in department stores.

Most Daring Fashionista - Rihanna is not afraid to take fashion risks, and because she is willing to experiment she keeps setting trends.

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Most Daring Fashionista - Rihanna is not afraid to take fashion risks, and because she is willing to experiment she keeps setting trends.

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Solange Knowles (@solangeknowles) - Adjusting to motherhood is no easy task. Just ask Solange. &quot;“OK seriously i feel so better now that i know this is normal. The waking me up every night crying, & asking me to carry him everywhere...”

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Hottest Photo Shoot - The Honey Magazine photo shoot was unique, bright and fun. It captured the beauty in Solange’s quirkiness.

Halle Preps for Custody Battle - In anticipation of a long, complicated battle for custody, Halle Berry pulled out of a role for upcoming film “New Year’s Eve” to dedicate her time to the court fight with ex Gabriel Aubry over their 2 ½-year-old daughter Nahla. “She has attempted to resolve these custody issues amicably … but given his lack of cooperation, Halle has no choice but to seek swift judicial intervention,” her rep said. The rep added that Halle has “serious concerns” for Nahla’s well-being while she’s with her dad.

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Cutest Kid - Little Nahla is certainly a chip off the Halle block! She is an insanely adorable star in the making.

Most Stylish Television Cast - Thanks to the “Real Housewives of Atlanta” we get a glimpse of what real fashion lovers wear on just a regular day.

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Most Stylish Television Cast - Thanks to the “Real Housewives of Atlanta” we get a glimpse of what real fashion lovers wear on just a regular day.

Hottest Trend of 2009 - Everywhere you turned people were rocking leggings this year. Fashion retailers sold them in every style and color imaginable.

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Hottest Trend of 2009 - Everywhere you turned people were rocking leggings this year. Fashion retailers sold them in every style and color imaginable.

Jennifer Hudson - Those who are reading it are falling into it. It could not be more untrue.

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Most Improved Style - Jennifer Hudson has made great fashion choices in ‘09 with figure-flattering designs that suit her growing diva status.