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That's right, time is ticking to 2012 and let's be honest, many of you may not have your New Year's Eve outfit picked out yet! Never fear, I am here with Collection B to help you figure out looks you can do for the biggest night of the year!

There is nothing like a little black dress to take you into the new year! A dress like the one above from H&M can be worn with all kinds of fun accessories and blazers and jackets of all kinds! Always think of LBD's as a fierce blank canvas!

Change things up with a little WHITE dress like this one from David Meister!  Nothing looks sexier, crisp and clean then an all white dress with gold accessories to ring in a brand new year!  Just be sure to stick to clear beverages and steer clear of your clumsy friends!

Not a black and white fan? Bring in 2012 with a burst of color like these two David Meister frocks!  The emerald green dress above is so chic and tells everyone you are ready for a fun filled year!  Feel glamorous by doing a colored sequined dress like the purple one below.  Sequins are always a perfect thing for NYE, they are fun and they shine in the light, just like you will in the new year!

If your New Year's resolution is to be more daring then start the year off with a black dress that has studs on it like this Versace for H&M creation!  If you never do a look like this then this dress will be sure to let everyone know that you are about to do some major yet chic changes in 2012!  The Rolando Santana dress below has a dramatic neckline that is sure to turn plenty of heads in the room. It is perfect for a more formal NYE party and it allows you to not look stuffy!

Now that you have some options for NYE, it is essential that you remember that NYE is usually a cold night!  It is not cute to be out and about shivering and catching a cold!  No one wants to ring in a new year with sickness and misery so be sure to turn to Collection B's Facebook Store where you can buy jackets that will keep you warm in 2012! 

This Collection B Asria jacket is perfect for looking chic in 2012!  It is great to have a jacket that is cute so you can walk around and still have a cute outfit on!  The same thing goes for the jacket below which is the Yvette jacket from Collection B.  Who says that you cannot be warm and elegant?

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Audio: OJ&B Speaks With Happy Radio 92.5 FM About Us Weekly's Fashion Police!

The day that The Matagorda Advocate's story about OJ&B being in Us Weekly hit newsstands, I went to Happy Radio in Bay City, Texas to discuss the article with morning show host Kevin Anderson and the Matagorda Advocate Editor, Adriana Acosta.

Listen to the full interview below!

OJ&B Speaks With Happy Radio 92.5 About Us Weekly's Fashion Police by OrangeJuiceandBiscuits

Special thanks to Kevin Anderson of Happy Radio 92.5 in Bay City, Texas for having me on the air! Once again thanks to Adriana Acosta for the interview!

For more information about Happy Radio click here and to read the complete article about OJ&B in Us Weekly click here. 

Us Weekly Fashion Police: January 9, 2012

OJ&B is a Top Cop again for US Weekly's Fashion Police!  This time it for the January 9, 2012 issue featuring a 'Kini Clad Kim Kardashian.  OJ&B gave citations to Jessica Chastain, Tara Reid and Bai Ling.

Above: Here are this issues comments from OJ&B-  Jessica Chastin: "Attack of the sugar plum fairies."  Tara Reid: Is that glitter or food stains on her dress?  Bai Ling: "She must have sat front-row at the Spider-Man musical. 



Be sure to go pick up your copy on newsstands today to see what my fellow top cops had to say about these fashion violators!!

Above: This time OJ&B was the number two top cop! Love it!

*Image credits: Us Weekly

OJ&B In The Press: From Bay City to the Big City

I was very surprised and honored to wake up and see that The Matagorda Advocate article about me being an Us Weekly Fashion Police Top Cop was on the front page!  Special thanks to The Matagorda Advocate Editor, Adriana Acosta for the photo and story that you can read below.

From Bay City to the Big City

By Adriana Acosta

When Jonathan Valdez was asked if he would be interested in becoming a contributor for Us Weekly, he jumped at the chance.

“This is something that I have wanted to do for the longest time and it is finally happening,” he said.

Known for his bow tie and fedora, his personal style and stylish posts, Valdez has one more job title to add to his name – fashion police top cop for Us Weekly.

Valdez will be part of a fashion police panel, were he will be commenting on what celebrities are wearing.

“This is all about the outfit and not the celebrity,” he said.

The Bay City native, now living in New York City is well known for blogging about celebrities and fashion.

Orange Juice and Biscuits began as a radio show, which focused on fashion, pop culture and celebrity news when he attended Texas State University.

His morning talk show allowed him to interview celebrities in several South By South West Music and Film festivals.

Now as a top cop for Us Weekly, he will extend his fashion experience to a larger audience.

Valdez said he likes that Us Weekly likes to keep it positive by only commenting on what the celebrity is wearing and not concentrating on their physical appearance.

“They will be light hearted comments about the celebrities poor fashion choices,” he said jokingly.

Aside from his blog, Valdez has been keeping busy by walking the red carpet as a fashion commentator at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week.

Valdez credits social media for building a lot of his working relationships.

“Social media has gotten me where I am today,” he said. “This is how I was able to be a part of Us Weekly.

Valdez said Sasha Charnin, fashion director editor for Us Weekly follows him on Twitter and read his fashion blog.

Valdez is a 2003 graduate of Bay City High School and was a member of the Dungeoneers, the speech and debate team.

As a Dungeoneer, Valdez competed in UIL Theater, improvisation and One Act plays, drama and solo singing.

After graduating from high school, Valdez attended Texas State University where he majored in communications studies and minored in Theater and Psychology.

His morning talk show was a popular morning show that allowed him to interview celebrities in several South By South West Music and Film festivals.

Valdez dreamed of performing live theater in New York City and in 2009 he followed his dream.

This is the perfect place to be if you want to do theater or fashion, he said.

“This is where everything happens first,” he said.

Aside from being a fashion and celebrity blogger, Valdez does freelance public relations.

Valdez said he is looking forward to 2012 with big projects coming soon. He will also continue blogging celebrity and fashion news, be a red carpet commentator at fashion week and part of the fashion police for Us Weekly.

He hopes to also do a lot more television and radio as a guest commentator.

“For now, I am just so excited to be a part of a national magazine that allows me to do what I love,” he said.

For more information on The Matagorda Advocate and to read the complete online version of this story click here.

The New Mag In Town: Reality Weekly Hits Stands Today!

Are you tired of seeing Teen Mom's on the cover of magazines? Growing weary of Kovers and Kovers of Kardashians? Well now there is a proper place for all of these reality darlings to be dissected and discussed.

The people who brought you Star and OK! Magazine, American Media, Inc. (AMI), have officially launched their newest endeavor, Reality Weekly.  Reality Weekly, which hit stands today, will give you insider information and provide some humor as reality shows should not be taken seriously at all!  As you can see from the premier cover (above) Reality Weekly will talk about everything from American Idol to Teen Mom to Kendra, Kardashians, Jersey Shore, Housewives and Pawn Stars!

I love that the cover looks like the old school tabloids.  The paper is even printed on the same type of paper that the Enquirer is printed on so you get that extra old school tabloid feel.

I think it is smart and relevant for AMI to create this magazine as reality shows are it's own separate genre. Soap operas have their soap opera weeklies and now reality shows have Reality Weekly! 

Hopefully the other mags will stop covering the reality show people as much now that there is a legit print outlet for them.  Be sure to tell OJ&B if you will or won't read the magazine below!  Also include why you made the decision!

A Holiday Message From OrangeJuiceandBiscuits.com!

ORANGE JUICE AND BISCUITS WOULD LIKE TO WISH YOU AND YOURS A JOYOUS HOLIDAY SEASON!

HERE'S TO OUTSHINING EVERYONE IN 2012!!

Twerk Always,

Jonathan Valdez

Editor-in-Chief

OrangeJuiceandBiscuits.com



VIDEO INTERVIEW: OJ&B Chats With Chris Daughtry About The Holidays!

Singer and former American Idol finalist, Chris Daughtry, recently took time out to speak with OJ&B about his latest album, "Break The Spell," and how he keeps it all together during the holiday season!

Find out who Chris credits to helping him keep it all together during the busy holiday season as well as his work with the troops and his recent project with Duracell!



Stay tuned for more amazing Celebrity Interviews on OJ&B! HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

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OJ&B Speaks With SheFinds.com Founder Michelle Madhok On Making The Most Of What You Have!

Recently OJ&B had the opportunity to speak with coveted online shopping expert and founder of SheFinds.com and MomFinds.com, Michelle Madhok!  OJ&B knows that it's guys and gals love some good tips and tricks on how to become a savvy shopper and Michelle gave us just that!

Michelle also gives advice on getting double the wear out of a pair of chic rain boots, how to make the most out of clothes and other items that you already have, making the most out of scented candles and great laundry tips! 

Check out the video below and find out how to get the most out of what you buy and how to save when you shop online!

OJ&B EXCLUSIVE: SNL's Jason Sudeikis Shows Off New Rumored Girlfriend Olivia Wilde At Cast After Party!

Above: Olivia Wilde at the Ralph Lauren Spring 2012 Show

Rumor has it that Olivia Wilde loves her a funny man and vision has it that these rumors are true! 

This past Saturday, Pranna Restaurant and Lounge hosted the Saturday Night Live (SNL to fans) Holiday After-Party with guests including Lorne Michaels, Seth Meyers, Will Arnett, Amy Poehler, John Krazinski, Emily Blunt, Jimmy Fallon, Jude Law, Craig Robinson, Keenan Thompson, Bobby Moynihan and Bobby Jindal.  

Sources tell OJ&B that Jason Sudeikis was certainly happy to show off his new girlfriend, Olivia Wilde, to all his cast mates and crew as the two cozied up for a dinner.  Everyone was in a celebratory mood with host Jimmy Fallon finishing a funny performance and reuniting with old cast members, Tiny Fey, Chris Kattan, Tracey Morgan, Rachel Dratch and Amy Poehler.

It is one thing to be seen in the tabloids with your rumored Boo but it is quite another to actually take them to your work parties (yes the SNL after party seems glam but it is STILL Jason's work party).  If you really don't want to be involved with someone then the last thing you do is take them to your work functions.  What if they make friends with your work friends and you break up?  Then you are minding your own business at work and BAM!  Your ex-Boo comes in to wait for a work pal who they are joining for lunch and it is super awkward turtle time! That is something you have to have to be prepared for! 

If they are a couple then good for them! Hopefully they talked to John Krazinski and Emily Blunt about how to make an actual Hollywood relationship work! BUT, Dear Olivia, a hot girl source tells OJ&B that Jason is notorious for hitting on coat check girls and then Facebook friending them instead of texting or calling... YIKES!

P.S. I would have loved to have been there with my fave SNL cast members Tina, Fey, Chris Kattan, Amy Poehler and Ratchel Dratch!  They were all comedy geniuses!

Tell OJ&B what you think below!!

OJ&B GIVEAWAYS: WIN $250 In The Holiday Shops At Bryant Park Gift Certificates!

JUST IN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAYS!  OJ&B has your chance to win $250 in gift certificates from the Holiday Shops at Bryant Park!  This is the perfect giveaway for all of you last minute shoppers!  With so many different shops to choose from you are sure to find something perfect for even the hardest person to shop for on your list.

Already completed all of your holiday shopping this year? Congratulate yourself with a shopping spree just for you (looks like you will have the means to do it after all)!

The Holiday Shops are open until January 8, 2012 so anyone who wins will have plenty of time to shop it up!

Here is how to enter:

Like OJ&B's Facebook page by clicking here.

Once you like the page simply type or copy and paste this sentence on the OJ&B Facebook Wall, "I love OJ&B and The Holiday Shops at Bryant Park!"

You have until Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at 12 noon Eastern time to enter.  Winners will be selected via the entries randomly.  Because Bryant Park is in New York City, all entries must be in the NYC area!

GOOD LUCK AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM OJ&B!

Be sure to look for more amazing giveaways coming soon!  For more information on The Holiday Shops at Bryant Park visit their official webiste here.

OJ&B Makes US Weekly Fashion Police Debut!

I am THRILLED to announce that I am officially a Top Cop for US Weekly's Fashion Police! This is something that I have wanted to do for the longest time and it is finally happening!!

Check out the Best of 2011 US Weekly featuring my comments about China Chow's dress!

Above: My very first US Weekly Fashion Police comment went to China Chow on the right in a white dress.  I said: "We hope she's expecting... a new dress." Below: My very first appearance As an Us Weekly Top Cop.  Check out the Top Cop next to me, David Bromstad from HGTV!

Thanks so much to everyone for your support!  I am loving everyone texting me and sending me pics of themselves with the magazine!  Keep it coming!

For those who want to continue to support, be sure to check out all of the sponsor ads on OJ&B and PLEASE Follow and Like OJ&B on Twitter and Facebook!

*Image credits: Us Weekly

VIDEO: EXCLUSIVE Interview With Laura Bell Bundy Becoming Shocantelle Brown!

If you are like me, then hearing the word, "Okrrr," can bring out your inner sassiness faster than watching an episode of the Real Housewives of Atlanta!  The word "Okrrr" happens to come from the hit YouTube skit featuring the multi-talented actress/singer/Broadway Legend, Laura Bell Bundy as Cooter County's favorite hair stylist, Shocantelle Brown!

Above: Hilarious exclusive photos only on OJ&B via photographer Andrew Werner who took the official photos of LBB slash Shocantelle Brown for OJ&B!

Recently, OJ&B had the honor and privilege to meet up with Laura Bell Bundy for a one on one EXCLUSIVE interview as she transforms into her hit character, Shocantelle Brown, for an OJ&B/Shocantelle sit down exclusive that will be posted later on this month!

In this exclusive video, Laura Bell Bundy invites OJ&B into her private hotel bathroom as she transforms into Shocantelle Brown!  The only people around for this interview were me, Laura Bell Bundy, and photographer Andrew Werner, who I was lucky enough to have come with me to snap the exclusive and official photos for OJ&B!

Above: Laura Bell Bundy transforms into her hit YouTube character, Shocantelle Brown as she does an exclusive video interview with OJ&B! 

LBB discusses how this hilarious character was brought to life as well has her country music career, and upcoming T.V. projects.  She also discusses if she would ever return to Broadway (for all you theatre geeks like me that know her as the original Elle Woods in Legally Blonde the Musical)!

I am thrilled to share this interview with you! Hope you enjoy it OKRR?!

Above: Jonathan Valdez of OJ&B and Shocantelle Brown just chillin' OKRRR!

J. Estina Grand Opening and Collection Launch at the Shops at The Plaza

Recently J.Estina announced the grand opening of their first boutique in the United States, located at The Shops in The Plaza.  OJ&B was invited to stop by the grand opening festivities that brought the likes of Fern Mallis (pictured above with Mr. Kim, President of J.Estina) and Patricia Field!

J.Estina's in-store celebration was hosted by stylist Mary Alice Stephenson while Downtown it-girl, May Kwok DJ'd the event.  It was great to see Fern as she always brings great energy to any event.  She is so nice and approachable!  I also loved seeing me some Patricia Field!  She has a style that is truly all her own.  I don't think anyone else could have come to The Plaza in a fur with lime green shoes and a smiley face bandanna and look like a fashion rock star.  Pat is such a legend and her eccentric style matches her perfectly.  She is one of the nicest people that I have met in fashion while in NYC.

Above: J. Estina's host for the night stylist, Mary Alice Stephenson standing in J.Estina's brand new store at The Shops at The Plaza. Below: OJ&B fave, Patricia Field stops by to show love to the new J. Estina store. 

Other people who showed up to support J.Estina included Simon Collins, Dean of Fashion Parsons The New School for Design, Survivor winner Ethan Zohn, MTV host Lenay Dunn and models Julie Henderson and Allie Rizzo. The event also brought out many of New York’s social elite including Annie Churchill Albert, Anna Sheffield  and friend of OJ&B, Richie Rich. 

Above: Jonathan Valdez of OJ&B chats with designer/NYC nightlife icon/friend of OJ&B, Richie Rich at the J.Estina Grand Opening at The Plaza.  Below: Richie Rich and I were obsessed with the sequined backpack that had double sided black and gold sequins!

The Store houses a large collection of its signature fashion jewelry and the E.S.Donna Collection, which is an intimate fine jewelry capsule. J.Estina has joined forces with The Plaza to present a limited edition, “The Plaza Exclusive Line.”

J.Estina represents royalty, elegance and good taste that never is out of style. Its name derived from the famous Italian Princess and then Bulgarian Queen, Jovanna Estina. The symbolic emblem of the Tiara is inspired by Jovanna’s elegance and luxurious lifestyle which is represented in the jewelry.

Congratulation to J.Estina on opening up their first U. S. boutique at The Shops at The Plaza!

Above: Survivor Winner, Ehan Zhon poses with MTV Host, Lenay Dunn at the J.Estina Grand Opening party at The Shops at The Plaza.

Wide World Of Weave: Demi Lovato Pulls Out Some Hair Live In Concert!

Demi Lavato has one of the best public relations teams in the history of celebs! I mean just last November she checked into a treatment center for "emotional and physical issues," A.K.A she apparently punched a female member of her tour and was a grade a Hollywood Hot Mess!  By the time the middle of this year happened she was performing at major events and awards shows and laughing it up on red carpets with her alleged BFF Selena Gomez like nothing ever happened.

Recently Demi was doing a show in Kansas City, MO and as she was sassin' it up on stage she pulled out one of her hair extensions (see the video below). No PR firm in the world can help you if you are live on stage and your weave is just dropping like flies!

After the piece of hair was pulled out Demi notices it and then starts acting embarrassed and awkwardly tried to hide her hand and shake it off. OH HELL TO THE NAW! Listen, if I was trying to be a pop sensation you BETTA BAWEAVE that I would have an emergency weave falling out plan! My backup dancers would be prepped and trained that if I was dancing and I pulled out part of my weave, they better get to pulling a piece out of my head too and we are going to do the rest of the routine like we are Olympic ribbon dancers! We would be swinging hair around for our LIVES!!

The bottom line here is that the show must go on in all aspects of life! When life gives you lemons make lemonade, when life makes your weave fall out on stage, make it a part of the show and whip it back and forth like Willow Smith laying ground work for her future career! Always be prepared!

Check out the video below and be sure to leave a comment on what you would do in this "hairy" situation! Demi, you better keep it together gurl! Good luck out their and make sure that weave is sewed/glued/braided/stapled/nail gunned in their real good!

VIDEO: OJ&B Chats With Miles Ehan About the British Vogue Design A Dress Contest

I love it when a talented friend of mine goes after their dreams!  Miles Ehan, friend of OJ&B, is working his way further and further up in the design world.  He has designed two costumes for Katy Perry's California Dreams Tour and now he is competing in British Vogue's Create A Dress Contest!

OJ&B goes behind the scenes for an exclusive look at designer Miles Ehan's British Vogue Design a Dress entry. OJ&B gets the scoop on Miles' sketches and his inspiration on his design. Be sure to watch and check out the process in creating a dress out of non conventional materials!

After you view this be sure to VOTE be going to the following link:

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VOTE for Miles Ehan's dress "Permiable" and help make a dream come true!

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Marni makes moves for H&M Spring 2012!

By Jessica Downer OJ&B Intern

Versace, move over and make room for Marni!

Founder and creative director, Consuelo Castiglion has created a spring line for H&M. H&M's versatile styles will combine with Marni’s vibrant, fun prints and will debut on March 8th, 2012. “I wanted to create a true Marni wardrobe by revisiting all our favorite pieces in signature fabrics and prints. As always, I love juxtaposing prints and colors, mixing modern tribal with Bauhaus graphic and adding sporty utilitarian elements,” says Castiglion.

We all know that H&M is the go to place for a cute outfit for under 50 bucks (besides Forever 21, but I digress).  But, H&M is definitely stepping their game up with these high-fashion collabs. Notable collaborations for H&M include Karl Lagerfeld, Stella McCartney, Comme des Garçons, Jimmy Choo, Lanvin, and most recently Versace. Though Marni isn’t the most recognized high fashion name, I know that anything or anyone working in tandem with H&M will be fab.

The line will be available for both men and women. Women will rock vivid patterns varying from African inspired prints to simpler color blocks while men will wear relaxed designs. If accessories are your thing, get pumped because complimenting jewelry, shoes, bags, and scarves will be developed for the line. “Marni has such a modern touch with everything they do, mixing prints and accessories in a playful but chic way. It’s fantastic to see how Consuelo Castiglioni coordinates her designs, matching new combinations of prints and colors, with such incredible craftsmanship behind every piece,” says Margareta van den Bosch, Creative Advisor for H&M.

 Above: A little taste from the Men's Collection from the H&M and Marni Collab.

The collection will arrive in stores at just the perfect time as the collection will truly prove to be a lovely statement for spring. We all love the collection here at H&M and we believe that our customers will feel the same way.” I know I’m excited to see what’s in store for this H&M and Marni duo.