After wearing a tightly fitted white Kimberly Ovitz dress to face grand theft charges over a necklace the star claims she “borrowed,” the $575 dress reportedly sold out at online retailers who carried the dress. {ABC News}

Here’s our problem with giving Lohan credit for that: on Kimberly Ovitz’s site, the “Glavis” dress, which is available in 3 other colors besides the white version Lohan wore, has a note by it saying “Pre-Order available if out of stock for April 2011 delivery.” That same note appears for every other color, which leads us to believe that any retailers who were stocking the dress may not have had many to begin with, or at best may be reporting pre-sales figures. Which is nice, but not the same thing as selling out of the actual item.

Also, the dress appears to be in stock on Ovitz’s own site, and a search on ShopStyle – which usually turns up sold out items for at least a few days after they’ve gone out of stock – shows no sign of the dress. Neither does a search on Boutiques.com, which shows out of stock results in order to recommend current products. But that makes sense considering the dress is from the designer’s pre-fall collection, which probably wouldn’t actually make it on to websites or store floors until… mid-April (at the earliest). We smell a bonus for a clever PR agent.

So while we’ll credit Lohan with giving the dress a good deal of publicity, the jury’s still out on if her courtroom catwalk appearance actually did anything for sales.

With millions of followers, stars like Kim Kardashian and big name brands like Reebok are making big bucks using Twitter as a means of advertising. It has been widely rumored that endorsement deals between businesses and celebrities actually contractually stipulate a certain number of product-related tweets per day.

Kim’s deal for Reebok Easy Tone sneakers has her tweeting pics of her wearing the shoes at the gym saying “I love my Reebok Easy Tones” and even including a link to buy them. She also recently tweeted “Where is there a Carl’s Jr in the valley? I’m seriously craving that salad!” In what we’re sure is just a coincidence, Kim is featured in some Carl’s Jr. ads aired this year. Now if that’s not obvious enough actress Melissa Joan Hart actually admitted that one of her contracts enforced a minimum of six promotional tweets per day. {The Insider}

Sandra Smith of Fox Business Network says that Kim’s sister Kourtney is also reportedly in on the money-making tweets, raking in about five to ten thousand per tweet. Looking at the Sponsored Tweets celeb list, Khloe  is the Kardashian offering the best bargain at a mere $2941.25 per tweet. “You’ve got Lindsay Lohan and a large number of celebrities that are reportedly getting involved in these tweets for pay,” Smith says. “Lindsay Lohan arguably has far fewer followers than some of the other big celebrities, but she’s still reportedly getting paid big bucks to participate.” According to Sponsored Tweets, the exact figure is $2985 per tweet.

As annoying as it is that someone can make what some people earn for 2 weeks (or more) of work in a minute and less than 140 characters, it does make sense. Twitter allows instant advertising to millions of people through the likeness of  their favorite celebs. Occasionally they do use the ability to reach out for good however. Kim and Khloe Kardashian, Jennifer Hudson and Lady Gaga were part of a recent no tweeting campaign that raised $1 million, and longtime Twitter celeb users Ashton Kutcher and wife Demi Moore use it to help fight sex trafficking and child sex slavery as well as the American AIDS Foundation. Ben Stiller uses his 140 characters  to raise education awareness helping build temporary schools for children in need.

“Itâ€s been such a long haul. … I donâ€t want you to think that I donâ€t respect you.”

– Lindsay Lohan addressing Judge Marsha Revel

Somehow, we don't think that message was part of the original manicure.

But her manicure suggests otherwise. With “fuck u” scrawled on top of her middle finger, Lohan seemed to be flipping the court off. Perhaps expecting a different outcome, the actress was the only one to be… well, you know.

In a tweet, Lohan claims the manicure was a joke among friends {Twitter}, but common sense would suggest waiting until after court for such “jokes.” At the very least, putting that hand down might make sense. Joke or not, Lohan doesn’t deny the message scrawled on her finger was there, so Photoshop can’t be blamed this time.

The delusions continued as Lohan compared her 90-day jail sentence (which will likely be 25 days or less, due to overcrowding) to the case of an Iranian women facing death by stoning for adultery. {Gawker}

Perhaps unsurprisingly, Lohan’s lawyer has decided not to continue representing her, as she prepares to appeal the sentence. {TMZ} The world’s tiniest violinist has probably left at this point as well.

Lest we forget, Lohan is not just a fading actress and singer, but the designer of leggings under the 6126 brand, which had plans for expansion into apparel and handbags. There were even rumors of a nude photoshoot to promote the handbags. {The Frisky}

While fashion fans love a good comeback story (Kate Moss, anyone?), have Lohan’s problems become more of a liability than her celebrity power can counter? We all know how the strange experiment with Ungaro ended (Lohan, and the executive who hired her were both fired), and missing jewelry from photoshoots {Chicago Tribune} did nothing to help her reputation as a famous mess.

We’ll have to wait for September to know for sure, but with her antics becoming increasingly irrational, and a court imposed time-out of 4-6 months, Lohan’s 6126 fashion plans may join the growing list of  personal failures.

Facing a judge Tuesday in a probation hearing after being arrested and charged with drunk-driving in two separate instances back in 2007, Judge Revel showed no mercy on the troubled actress as she handed down three consecutive 90-day jail sentences followed by a 90-day stint in a controlled rehabilitation center. It was Lohan’s continuous disregard for the orders of the court (skipping court appearances, setting off her alcohol-monitoring device and lying to authorities just to name a few) that ultimately led to the sentenced time behind bars.

A teary Lohan pleaded with the judge prior to sentencing saying, “”As far as I knew I was in compliance with my programs and I wasn’t trying to get special treatment,” she added. “I have to provide for myself. I have to work. Having said that, I did everything to balance my jobs and showing up. I’m not taking this as a joke. It’s my life. It’s my career. … I take responsibility for my actions. I’ve tried to do the best I can. It’s been such a long haul. … I don’t want you to think that I don’t respect you.” {LA Times}

Respect or not, there was little leniency or remorse for the Mean Girls star. The judge was unconvinced that Lindsay learned her lesson and believes jail time will be beneficial. Like many Hollywood stars before her, Lohan will not be shuffled in to the correction facility amongst other inmates but instead be housed in a separate, isolated wing and remain heavily protected.

“The jail part is the most humiliating part, and it interferes with her career,” Brafman said. “But that will be short and over, and it will pass rather quickly. The real difficult part comes after jail, where she faces the demons that sent her to jail to begin with.” {MTV}

We're just saying, those leggings would be pretty convenient right now

Lohan’s newest accessory comes with a weekly drug testing requirement, and is a result of her failure to satisfy the terms of her probation for a 2007 incident in which she pleaded no contest to drunk driving charges, and guilty to charges of being under the influence of cocaine.

Prior to her recent troubles, Lohan was last making headlines for expanding her 6126 line of leggings to apparel and handbags. {People} It was seen as a more fitting fashion move after a questionable period with the Parisian fashion house Emanuel Ungaro, where the former CEO brought her on to advise the head designer.

Lohan’s lawyers argued against the SCRAM (formally a Secure Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitor) bracelet, saying that it would interfere with an upcoming movie, but the judge dismissed those claims.

Perhaps those leggings with side zippers make a bit more sense now.

While she may not have been cut out for a role in high fashion, the embattled actress already has her 6126 line of leggings which has held up pretty well despite her personal woes. Lindsay has expanded the line to include apparel and handbags. The starlet explains “I wanted to create pieces that would allow you to pair your favorite leg wear items with your favorite statement blazer or top, transforming your look from day to night.”

True to Lindsay’s own personal style, the collection includes a lot of black leather and lace, sheer tops and metallics. You can expect the apparel this fall, followed by the handbags in Spring 2011.

View more images from the lookbook of Lohan’s Fall 2010 collection at FabSugar. {FabSugar}

A look from the Giles Fall 2010 Show

Fashionista reports that Jason Campbell, editor of the JC Report, has confirmed Deacon’s new role at the label. {via Twitter}

The appointment comes after a turbulent period for the brand that saw Mounir Moufarrige ousted as CEO after bringing Linday Lohan into the label as “Creative Adviser,” a role in which she shared design responsibilities with Estrella Archs. Archs replaced designer Esteban Cortazar, who chose to resign rather than share creative responsibilities with Lohan.

Lohan and Arch’s first collection was reportedly rushed, almost unanimously panned by fashion press and buyers, and even by label namesake Emanuel Ungaro himself.

Mounir Moufarrige (L), Estrella Archs and Lindsay Lohan (R)

Moufarrige made headlines when he appointed the troubled Lindsay Lohan to a role as creative adviser for the French fashion house. Emanuel Ungaro, founder of the eponymous label, has not been involved in design since 2005, but recently voiced his displeasure calling the Lohan helmed collection a “disaster.”

Moufarrige denied reports of stores canceling orders and refusing to stock the collection, however many unnamed buyers were rumored to have declined invitations to the show due to Lohan’s involvement. Moufarrige pointed to the economy as the reason for the lack of sales.

The statement issued today makes no direct connection between Lohan’s appointment and Moufarrige’s ouster, with an Ungaro spokesperson citing a desire to focus on a watch and jewelry business as the former CEO’s official reason for stepping down. Lohan remains with the label, as does designer Estrella Archs.

Read more {Reuters}

To the surprise/horror of the fashion world, celebrity Lindsay Lohan will continue into the next runway season as artistic advisor for French fashion house Ungaro.

Rumor is that Lohan was brought on merely to generate publicity during the recession-driven economic slowdown, and publicity is certainly what Ungaro is getting — although not necessarily positive.  Reports show that Lohan’s debut collection is selling, albeit not as well as the company had hoped.

It’s easy to be cynical about Lohan’s collaboration and, although we’ll keep an open mind for next season, we’re certainly not expecting to be wowed.  (And we wonder how LiLo’s possible incarceration will work into the scenario: jailbird inspiration, anyone?)

Read the full story {Reuters}

Pay close attention, because these are names which will only be mentioned once a year on Signature9 (well, possibly twice if we’re looking ahead to April 1st), especially next to the word “inspiration.” Now, 7 costume ideas inspired by the faces that frighten us throughout the year.

Shauna Sand

The latest Hollywood starlet to try to move off the D-list via sex tape, Sand has never found an occasion where lucite wasn’t appropriate.

How to get the look: Lucite heels, a little spandex (really – as little as possible), frosted lip gloss and black eyeliner are all you need to pull this one off. And before you leave the house, don’t forget to take one thing off. Shauna would probably suggest underwear.

Kim Zolciak’s Wig

The Real Housewife of Atlanta star has drawn attention from her first frame on the small screen with her doll-like wig. Diane von Furstenberg pulls off the look on the cover of Purple magazine.

How to get the look: If you can’t get your hands on a Margiela coat for the costume, scalp a few Barbie dolls and piece together. We can’t guarantee that you’ll look as good as Diane, but you’ll probably still do better than Kim.

Lindsay Lohan

From fresh faced to frightening in five years flat. We won’t say she’s aging in dog years, but the once glowing star now looks to be in the same age range as her mother.

How to get the look: You won’t be able to achieve it overnight, but buy a minimum 5 bottles of self tanner and apply liberally.  Apply pasties (Ungaro, of course), “borrow” jeans with a bag of baking soda in the pocket, pick up an automobile fender to carry around and voila! You are La Lohan.

Jocelyn Wildenstein

Is any explanation necessary?

How to get the look: Purchase a plastic princess mask. Melt for 15 minutes. Done!

Katie Price/Jordan/Jodie Marsh/Roxanne (Alex Reid)

They’re almost interchangeable at this point, but read on for the subtle differences in costume.

How to get the look: The costumes all start the same: 2 round balloons, over-inflated and placed at chest level. A Borat style swimsuit made of pleather, metallic lamé or glitter covered nylon and a pair of heels made for streetwalking are the foundation. Apply 3 coats of pancake makeup, bronzer and false lashes. Top with a wig made of Amy Winehouse’s rehabbed beehive.

For Jodie Marsh, sprinkle with glitter and desperation, add rhinestones. For Katie Price/Jordan, volunteer inappropriate information throughout the night, insult any other women in similar costume for being trashy. And for Roxanne (Alex Reid),  add a pair of stockings, cross your legs and look like more of a lady than the girls next to you. That might actually be the easiest.

Jon Gosselin

While he’s pulled his 8 children off of TV and out of the spotlight, we haven’t had as much luck getting Jon Gosselin to do the same.

How to get the look: 3 hours in Ed Hardy, 15 minutes at Claire’s (for the rhinestone ear dazzlers), 2 women half your age (and no more than 2.5 x the age of your oldest child), a bald spot and a clock on 14:58 will make this look complete. Accessorize with 8 child dolls, but only because Halloween’s on a weekend.

Chantal Biya

With hair that the Toddlers and Tiaras crowd can only dream of, there is no one on the world stage who can compete with Cameroon’s first lady. We’re only frightened because of what Ms. Biya might be hiding in her hair.

How to get the look:  Buy the Dallas DVD set. Purchase a wig, tease until it is exactly 3.14 times (this look is both art and science) the height of Alexis Carrington’s. Pair with a power suit from the same decade, add jewels and a bow. Accessorize with an air of indignation at the starlets who try to look better than you. Know in your heart that they never will because you have backup bows tucked safely away beneath your first layer of hair. Just look at that picture: Michelle, who?