cupcakeMAG Man of Style: Our Chat with Rob Kardashian

He's charming and buff -- and makes all the girls swoon. Rob Kardashian sits down and talks fashion, family and how to win his heart. We just can't get enough of his style too! 

cupcakeMAG: Khloe & Lamar just finished their first season (which you were hilarious on!) and Keeping up with the Kardashian just started the new season. How is it filming with your family all the time?

Rob: I LOVE filming with the Fam all the time because it is about the only time I get to see everyone together and that’s when we have the most fun!  Everyone is so busy nowadays but I remember the days when we would do bowling nights or dinners and then go to clubs but things are different these days and our family really doesn’t  like to go out and party like that anymore.  We our homebodies and just like to be with each other.

CM: When it comes to your sister's significant others, what's your philosophy? Are you welcoming from the start, or do you make them jump some hoops?

Rob: I am very welcoming if I vibe with the person. If the person is closed off and a bore then of course I am not going to open up.  Our Family is very fun and we need to see that from the other person as well.  We are all together all the time so we all need to click.  But I never make anyone jump through hoops.  I’m pretty easy going.

CM: Career-wise, where do you see yourself? I'm sure people ask you this all the time, but what do you want to do?

Rob: Well people just assume what they see is my entire life which is completely untrue. I think it’s hilarious that everyone who watches our show and thinks they know me and think I’m some loser with no job and mooches off my sisters.  My father raised me until he passed away and it was just me and him and his values with business and life are very strong and he would NEVER allow me to just be jobless.  He would kill me otherwise.  I worked at Abercrombie & Fitch believe it or not in high school with a bunch of my buddies and my girlfriend at the time.  It was pretty fun! (laughs) That lasted 2 months.  Then I worked for CBS/KCAL Sports for about 3 summers because I have a passion for being an ESPN anchor.  Then I went to USC and graduated from the Marshall Business School in Entrepreneurship.  Once I graduated I didn’t waste any time and I developed a skin care line called “Perfect Skin” with a partner of mine and I had my Sisters endorse the product.  I was working there for almost 2 years when I lost the passion for it and started an online video game company called “Rival Spot” which allows you to bet other people online in video games for money.  Pretty cool considering I LOVE video games!  I am developing a few more ventures currently.  Also, I am going to coach my high school track team with my good friend because we were really passionate about running in high school and just LOVE the sport! 

CM: Is there anything you miss about your life before the show?

Rob: I live the same life before the show as I do now.  Never did I change up my friends or become “Hollywood.”  That term makes me laugh.  I don’t even think of me as anything which I’m not in terms of the “celebrity” world.  I am the same guy as I was since middle school.  I do the same things and have the same circle.  I hate going out and I hate the fake scene.  But the opportunities that the show has brought to our Family is amazing and I just am taking advantage of that.   

Now, on to the style questions!

CM: What brands dominate your closet?

Rob: My high fashion game isn’t where I would want it to be yet because I still am into the more skater/surfer/hipster style.  I know how to get right and wear a suit if need be but I’m a casual guy and dress how I want to dress not how everyone else dresses.  Right now I wear CROOKS & CASTLES, DIAMOND, THE HUNDREDS.

CM: If you have an event to attend or you are going somewhere special do you dress yourself or do you look to your sisters for help?

Rob: I sometimes will ask for my Sister’s opinion and ask if I look ok because I hate going out and dressing up so I’m never comfortable and always need that second opinion.

CM: What upcoming projects do we have to look forward to? (We are pulling for The Rob & Lamar Show! You guys are SO funny together!)

Rob: I have a few things that are really cool but I can’t say yet! 

cupcakeMAG is a  big fan of all the Kardashians. Make sure you check out our interviews with Kourtney and Khloe too! And BIG THANKS to Rob for taking the time to chat with us - thanks for always making us laugh! 

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Kardashian Kolors

Kardashian Kolors from Nicole by OPI launched on Monday July 11 in NYC! Khloe and Kourtney Kardashian, who helped launch the collection, along with Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director are pictured below showing off their oh so pretty nails. The two Kardashian ladies each wore a shade inspired by them from the collection:

Kourt is Red-y for a Pedi

And this captivating coral looks “fab” on everyone!

Khloé Had a Little Lam-Lam

A deep dark emerald worth falling for.

Kardashian Kolors from Nicole by OPI features 14 new Nail Lacquers inspired by these six trendsetting women. Kris Jenner and her five daughters – Kourtney, Kim and Khloe Kardashian and Kendall and Kylie Jenner – inspired the collection’s hues with their known head-to-toe unique style. The collection is available holiday 2011.

{Side Note: For those KUWTK fans, do you remember that meeting that Khloe & Kourtney missed when joking with Kris? That meeting was for this! Look like everything worked out perfectly in the end!}

Halloween Glamour!

By Candace Cabrera Moore - Contributing Writer/Fashion Week Correspondent 

Imitation is the most sincere form of flattery, so with that in mind and with Halloween just around the corner, we implore you to dig in your closet and become your favorite reality star for Halloween! 

Kardashian Sisters

We love the Kardashians and think Kim, Kourtney or Khloe would be great for Halloween. Start by pulling together two of your closest girlfriends and don long, black wigs, smokey eyes, nude lips, some bronzer, loonnnng lashes, and blush. For Kim, her signature looks is an oversized handbag, leggings, boots, a tank, and a blazer (or, if you’re heading to a snazzier party, wear a body hugging dress!). Don't forget your bottles of QuickTrim!!

Real Housewives of ....

We get great entertainment out of the Real Housewives series and all are equally fabulous. Jill Zarin would be a great housewife to impersonate for Halloween. For Jill, it is all about the hair! Get a great strawberry blond wig with bangs, and add some eye liner and bright lipstick. Jill is often seen running around in cocktail dresses and sky high heels (or you could wear a figure skating outfit!). Bring along a chihuahua (stuffed animal, of course) and call her Ginger!

Rachel Zoe

We love tuning in to The Rachel Zoe Project and getting swept up in her world of couture. It is fabulosity at its best! Start with a wavy blond wig, add powder and a touch of lipstick. Don't even bother doing anything to your eyes, just put on the biggest pair of sunglasses you can find. Put on your highest pair of heels, bell bottom jeans, and then a button down shirt with a faux fur vest, and a long coat to finish it off. The best part about a Rachel Zoe costume is that you really can't over do it- the more, the better, so pile on the necklaces, rings, and bracelets! Make sure you have a big handbag and carry a venti starbucks cup for added effect! You will totally SHUT IT.DOWN.

QVC's Fashion's Night Out with The Kardashians as they debut K-Dash & MORE!

QVC stole the night in New York City Friday celebrating Fashion's Night Out live from Rockefeller Center transforming the space into a modern fashion mecca. The evening saw the launch of the highly anticipated K-DASH by Kardashian line designed by reality stars Kim, Khloe, and Kourtney Kardashian. While Khloe Kardashian was absent from the evening as she is spending time with husband Lamar Odom in Turkey as he trains for the upcoming season, her sisters were in the Big Apple to strut their stuff and debut their amazing new line K-DASH by Kardashian for QVC. The duo arrived with mom, Kris Jenner, and Kourtney's baby daddy Scott Disick around 8 PM fresh off an appearance on "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon."

"This is such a huge night for us seeing our vision finally unfold and come into full force," Kim Kardashian said of the K-DASH by Kardashiandebut with QVC. "I've sold with QVC before, but this will be Kourtney's first time so I am so excited we are both getting to do this together. She's going to rock live on QVC once her nerves settle down." With the QVC pop-up store open to the general public, thousands of anxious Kardashian fans filled Rockefeller Center to capacity as the ladies prepped for their first live appearance together on QVC to sell and debut K-DASH by Kardashian collection.

"I think it's so amazing what my girls have been able to accomplish and I am beyond proud of everything they are doing," said a beaming Kris Jenner. "They have worked so hard at making this all happen and we love

QVC." Both Kim and Kourtney agreed that the inspiration for K-DASH by Kardashian with QVC comes from within their own closets. "We really wanted this line to be reflective of each one of us and show our individual styles," Kourtney said. "Your going to see pieces that really look like something Kim would wear and others that look like clothes Khloe and I would normally put on."

"We get so tired of always having to take our clothes and get them tailored to fit our different body types, so the goal with our K-DASH by Kardashian line on QVC is to make it tailored to every consumer's body type," Kim said. The Kardashian and QVC partnership has been in the works for some time now, and is something both girls and their mom believe is going to be a big hit for QVC customers and fans alike."K-DASH by Kardashian already is developing such a tremendous fan base and it appeals to so many people who shop with QVC that I think it is

going to do great once they start selling," Kris Jenner said. But the Kardashians didn't come to the QVC pop-up store just to launch K-DASH by Kardashian, but also to show their support for QVC's partnership with Vogue Fashion's Night Out.

"QVC and Vogue partnering for Fashion's Night Out totally elevates the QVC brand to new heights," said Kim. "And just to be part of this night that is celebrating fashion on a global scale is so amazing." Kourtney was really touched by the huge support for Vogue designed Fashion's Night-Out T-shirt, which benefits "Fashion Targets Breast Cancer," the charitable initiative of the CFDA Foundation, Inc.T-shirts were sold live on QVC with proceeds benefiting "Fashion Targets Breast Cancer".

"It's one thing for us to be doing this fashion event, but it makes things so much more meaningful knowing that proceeds of the T-shirt sales go to this amazing cause," Kourtney said. And while the Kardashian's stole the show for the night, things kicked off with a big bang as Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour, who made her first stop of the night at the live shopping soiree, signed copies of the September Issue for a bunch of eagerly waiting fans who stood in line outside the QVC pop-up store at Rockefeller Center for hours. As soon as Anna was escorted our of her car a young admirer asked if she could take her photo with the editrix, who graciously obliged and asked her what she wanted to do when she grew up. "I want to do something in fashion," the pint-sized fan told her to which Wintour responded, "I wish you the best of luck."

The exit of the fashion icon, was quickly followed by a ribbon cutting ceremony with designer Isaac Mizrahi and Broadway darling Kristin Chenoweth, who teamed up to do the honors of snipping the opening ceremony

ribbon with QVC CEO Mike George, President of QVC Claire Watts, Vice President of Mutli-Channel Platforms Angie Simmons and Executive Vice President of Customer services John Hunter.

Isaac and Kristin were beyond excited to be part of QVC's Fashion Night Out charge and couldn't believe how amazing the Rockefeller Center's transformation was."This whole QVC pop-up space is so incredibly unbelievable," Isaac said. "I have never seen anything like this and I think the fact that QVC is partnering with Vogue for Fashion's Night Out is such a big deal for the QVC family."

   

Mad Men' star Janie Bryant made her QVC debut live from Rockefeller Center as well as designer Melania Trump, who looked stunning in a gorgeous Herve Leger white dress, as proud husband Donald Trump continuously admired from a distance to support her QVC jewelry collection. "This night means so much to me and having the opportunity to work with QVC is just such an honor," Melania said.

           

Gossip Girl's Kelly Rutherford made a quick appearance in between her many stops for the evening to show her support for QVC. "I absolutely love QVC and I have so many places to go tonight but I had to make it a priority to stop here and show my support for this incredible company," Kelly said.

Photo Credit: Seth Browarnik/WorldRedEye.com

Highlight of Mercedes Benz Fashion Week NY -- QVC LIVE!

What more could a girl want? Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, new designers, beautiful clothes and now QVC! What more could we ask for! 

On Saturday, September 11th we will gather at Rockefeller Center with Kourtney Kardashian, Kris Jenner, Jamie Lynn Sigler, Kelly Rutherford, Jessica Szohr, Hilary Rhoda, Katie Cassidy, Cornelia Guest. Along with designers Dennis Basso, Julie Chaiken, Isaac Mizrahi, and Rachel Zoe for QVC Live at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in New York City. 

Once again they will brodcasting LIVE along with a runway show too! The two hour live broadcast starts at 10pm and will feature clothes from designers Dennis Basso, Julie Chaiken, K-DASH by Kardashian, Isaac Mizrahi, and Rachel Zoe. 

We promise to bring you all the coverage following the event and can't wait to see the new lines especially K-Dash. The Kardashian ladies - Kim, Kourtney, Khloe and their mom, Kris Jenner will be launching their line of clothing on QVC. The collection, called K-Dash, includes everything we need - belts, handbags, leggings, tunics and tops. Prices will range from $20-$240. Here is a sneak peek! 

Images courtesy of QVC

Keeping up with Kourtney

Kardashian is one name we all know (& love!) in Hollywood. From Keeping up with the Kardashians to Kourtney & Khloe take Miami to the pages of the weeklies -- they are everywhere and we LOVE it. 

Since we spoke to Kourtney last her life has changed - but only for the better. We couldn't wait to catch-up! Kourtney opens up on her style since Mason, DASH and a few things we just might not know about her!

Since we spoke last so much has changed. Last time we talked to you the first season of Kourtney & Khloe take Miami was just starting, you were beyond excited about Dash Miami and just finding out you were expecting. How has life changed since Mason? 

Well, life is now ALL about Mason! And I am loving every second of it. It was definitely an adjustment, but in the very best way! 

You always have great style. Always! Has your style changed since Mason?

Yes. I am all about looking chic but being comfortable. I am always looking for stylish flats that I can run around in. Amazing big sunglasses have saved my life, especially on days when i just don't have time for makeup. I also find myself wearing jeans or shorts more rather than skirts or dresses (in the day at least)...I like to get down on the floor and play with him, so you can imagine this to be hard in a tight dress. I'm all about throwing on some jean shorts and a white t shirt and not spending as much time getting ready...for now anyways!

We had spoken about new DASH stores. Are those still in works, were you able to find any locations? 

I would LOVE to open a DASH in NYC. That would be the next goal. New York exudes fashion. It is THE place for everything and anything fashion in America, so it is the next natural place to open a DASH. I am hoping to make this dream come true, as if I don't have enough going on already, especially being a new mom. 

This season of KUWTK just started -- we are sure it is another great season. What do we have to look forward too?

Kim dating a little, Khloe teaches Lamar to swim, I try and help my mom kick a nasty little habit of hers, Scott and I trying for baby number two...all the usual Kardashian craziness. 

Do you have any favorite brands you put your little prince in? We have to say, he has great style for a little one too! 

Thank you!! It's so fun dressing him. Right when he was born, I went through his closet again and I was like this is his style and this is not. Once I met him, I knew. Crazy I know. I love Ralph Lauren, Eye Spy, Petit Bateau, Kicky Pants (pjs), Appaman (outerwear), Munster, h&m has great basics, Fore, Burberry, Haiden Surf (swim trunks). I am sure that I'm forgetting a million others.

We are getting ready to head off to New York Fashion Week in a few weeks. What do you see being the hot trend this coming fall? 

I would say military insipired clothes will continue. I think leather will be a big trend. (shorts, pants, tops, dresses)

What should every girl have in her closet? 

The perfect white boyfriend button down shirt. Classic, amazing with jeans, pants, shorts, even over a bikini open with the sleeves rolled up!

Any new projects or ventures in the works?

Always! We have been editing our Kardashian Konfidential book! My sisters and I had a blast reminiscing as we wrote it. It will be out right after Thanksgiving. 

1. I was stung by a scorpion in college. 

2. I'm a bitch when I'm hungry.

3. I love crying when watching sad movies. 

4. I eat 2-4 double stuffed oreos dipped in milk before bed. 

5. I always have a book with me in case I end up having time to read (not that I ever do). 

6. I have had 3 panic attacks in my life. (all in closterphobic situations when I had no control)

7. I love interior design. 

8. I love going to the mall!

9. Breakfast at Tiffanys is my favorite movie. 

10. I totaled my first car in high school. 

For all things Kourtney keep watching this season of Keeping up with the Kardashians on E! - follow her on Twitter, Facebook and make sure to check out her blog here. 

SET THE TIVO: Kourtney & Khloe Take Miami

Just a few weeks ago we chatted with the lovely Kourtney Kardashian (view interview in sidebar to the right) who told us what we can expect in Miami. We just wanted to remind our fellow CUPCAKE MAG fashionista to tune in (or set your tivo accordingly) to E! at 10pm for extended episode of the long awaited summer series - Kourtney & Khloe Take Miami.

On a side note, we were just in Miami for fashion week and one of our first stops was Dash Miami.

Dash Miami opened for business back in May and it has been non stop ever since. Miami has been showing the Kardashian ladies lots of love. If your in Miami make sure you stop by DASH - a place worth spending money with price points for all and a vibe you won't forget.

A look back on the opening of DASH

Photos by Photo Agency

Kourtney and Khloe Kardashian cut the ribbon and climb a ladder to unveil the sign for their new Dash retail store on Miami Beach.

D-A-S-H Miami is located at 815 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach

305-531-8484

If you can't make it to Flordia or California visit D-A-S-H online:

http://www.shopdashonline.com/

Chatting with Kourt

Kourtney Kardashian is not just a reality TV star, she has dreams too. The sexy and funny fashionista sounds off on positive energy, fashion and why Miami is just...AMAZING!

We were more then thrilled to have a little chat on the phone today with the one and only, Ms. Kourtney Kardashian (she really doesn't even need an introduction).

Kourtney always wanted to be a fashion designer so her love for DASH and fashion comes naturally. In hopes to one day have a fashion line with her sisters (we see it in the future) the girls very different styles yet similar ideas would give us a line worth waiting a few seasons for.

With fans constantly giving their input on where a new DASH store should open (from New Jersey to South Africa) they were down to Miami and New York. So why DASH MIAMI? As you saw in last season of Keeping up with the Kardashians, both Kourtney and Khloe had recently broken up with their boyfriends (both living in NY) and didn't want the negative energy (can you blame them?) so they opted for the sexy beaches of Miami - we think it was a great choice and they seem to have had an amazing time - we will all have to watch and see!

Kourtney couldn't get enough of the beach view every morning & to be able to gaze out her large windows and look straight into the ocean - "It was really a great time - doing our own thing, newly single, new city, new store - It was a rush of energy." Kourtney seemed more than thrilled over her stay in Miami and can't wait to get back - we could almost feel her smile over the phone.

So if your in the Miami area, we asked Kourtney where we might go to eat - she suggested Prime.One.Twelve - She said we will "just die" over the macaroni and cheese, sweet mashed potatoes, and meatballs. We have taken her advice & already made a reservation.

So what's next for Kourtney.......
Another KUWTK season is in the talks but in the meantime the next mission is DASH LA -- Kourtney hasn't even looked at locations yet but is thinking Melrose but definitely a DASH LA is in the future - so get excited!

As we await the many new ventures (we are sure there will be plenty) from the Kardashian Dolls make sure you all tune in on August 16th @ 10pm to the super new summer season of Kourtney and Khloe Take Miami on the on and only E!. It definitely should have high priority on your TiVo.

But until August let's take a peak at some things we might not know about Kourtney.

25 Random Things About Kourtney Kardashian

1. Favorite tv show is Lost.
2. Favorite color is pink & black.
3. Favorite candy is milk duds and sugar babies.
4. Coffee or Soda? Neither, green tea.
5. She idolizes Kate Moss.
6. Her favorite designer is Karl Lagerfeld.
7. She has a fear of spiders.
8. Wearing trends that don't suit your body are the biggest fashion faux-paus.
9. Pet peeve? Being late & listening to people chew food!
10. Secret obsession? The mall! Forever XXI, Zara, H&M
11. Favorite food? Mexican and Armenian
12. Like is her most overused word.
13. Pilates vs. Yoga? Neither, running outside with music!
14. Kourtney can't leave the house without her CELL PHONE!
15. Kourtney describes her style as eclectic - one day boho chic, one day rock n roll, one day hippie, one day prepster
16. Cocktail? Margarita on the rocks with salt
17. Sunday is her favorite day of the week because it's okay to be lazy and relax.
18. Christmas is her favorite holiday.
19. Favorite snack at the movies? Soft pretzels dipped in nacho cheese, sour patch kids and a Diet Coke.
20. Favorite piece of clothing? Vintage Chanel blazer
21. Michael Jackson in the eighties as the best concert she has ever been too.
22. Her bedroom is her favorite room in her house.
23. Favorite quote? "The greatest education in the world is watching the masters at work." - Michael Jackson
24. She can't live without her Christian Louboutin shoes.
25. Mexico on the beach is her favorite place to be.

Next week we will be taking a look at DASH MIAMI so check back & we will tell you all about it!

For now - in the words of Kourtney - BYE DOLLS