For once, celebrities across the globe seem to be the last to jump on the current trend train instead of in lounging in the first class like they usually do. Despite the global economic meltdown, Extravagance showed up on the Paris runway in a fur coat and diamond necklace. Karl Largerfeld actually debuted mink covered helmets. I’m not kidding. His rationale? “Now everyone is on scooters, even chic women, so we had to do the helmet,” Um, Karl? Did it ever occur to you that everyone is on scooters since they CAN’T AFFORD CARS? Or because they’re TRYING TO SAVE ON GAS? Or protect THE ENIRONMENT?

 

Props too, to Anne Hathaway, who showed up at the Oscars in over a million dollars worth of jewellery. Good one, Annie. Way to show the rest of us you’re not affected by this pesky global economic crisis!

 

So perhaps someone can get in touch with Rachel Zoe, or post a memo at Mr. Chow’s. To all you celebrities out there: Extravagance is Out. Ethics are In. Stop wearing your wallet on your sleeve and come join the rest of us in the econo car.  We’ll save a seat for you.

 

And an extra special message to Karl: While your $1500 look-alike bear is sweet, albeit a little creepy, if someone has an extra $1500 kicking around, perhaps there are better ways to spend it. Like, on…just about ANYTHING else. xo

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