If your man is a music lover then we’ve found the ideal gift for him this Valentine’s day – turn his playlist into a party with the Bose iPod sound dock. Specially designed for iPod users, simply slide it into the cradle and the sound dock speakers will play his favourite music with crystal clear quality, even at maximum volume. And so he can enjoy his music without interruptions, it helpfully charges your iPod whilst it plays. It comes with a super lightweight remote control so he can change tracks from the comfort of the couch and the sleek black exterior means the speakers will work with any decor. Plus its lightweight and compact so it’s easily portable, too (perfect for when you want to pinch it). Give him something to sing about this Valentine’s Day. Bose sound dock original iPod speaker, £199, available at House of Fraser. BUY NOW!
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Victoria’s pregnancy cures her skin problem
For many of us, achieving flawless spot-free skin still remains a medical mystery, but for one lucky lady, there seems to be a surprising age old cure.
Read MoreElle Fanning stars in Rodarte short film
When you think back to being 12 you may remember raiding your mother’s wardrobe, trying on a little lippy for the first time, or shopping in Claire’s Accessories with your friends, for example – but then again, Elle Fanning (younger sister of Dakota) isn’t your typical pre-teen.
Read MoreValentine’s gifts for him: Urbanears Plattan headphones
Nothing says I love you like a nostalgic mixtape, and if you’re carefully compiling sentimental sounds for your special someone, you’d better find something suitably stylish for him to listen to them on, too. Luckily we’ve found just the solution courtesy of cult Scandinavian company Urbanears, whose cool and colourful full-sized headphones are as stylish as they are practical, making the perfect gift for music-mad men this Valentine’s day. With rich sound, retro aesthetics and a functional fold-up design, he’ll be taking these cutting-edge headphones just about everywhere – and no one has to know he’s listening to Lionel Richie. Urbanears Plattan Headphones, £50, available at Urban Outfitters. BUY NOW!
Read MoreRichard Phillips’ Most Wanted celebrity art exhibition
Proving just how obssesed we are with celebrities, branding and wealth (as a nation, that is), artist Richard Phillips‘ latest project, Most Wanted, captures just a few of the famous faces we love to lust-after – and yes, the Twilight crew are out in full force.
Read MoreGiles Deacon to collaborate with Nine West
It seems we have high street collaborations coming out of our ears at the minute, and just to add to the endless sartorial list, Giles Deacon – aka Collaboration King – is set to team up with Nine West to launch an exclusive collection of shoes for AW11.
Read MoreEliza Doolittle signs to Select Models
With a Nike modelling campaign behind her, it seems British singer Eliza Doolittle is upping her fashion credentials and adding to her style portfolio – with a signing from Select Models, no less.
Read MoreLady Gaga to perform at Nicola Formichetti’s first Thierry Mugler show
Men’s Fashion Week has kicked off, and whilst the shows may not garner quite as much attention as the women’s, thanks to Nicola Formichetti and his newly-appointed role as creative director at French fashion house Thierry Mugler, that’s all about to change – and his Wednesday show has never been more eagerly anticipated.
Read MoreNicki Minaj covers V Magazine
Possibly one of the most fascinating musical figures to emerge of as late, the sharp-tongued, tough-talking hip-hop princess Nicki Minaj has certainly put a profound feminine stamp on a male orientated world – and we’re always game for a bit of girl power. With an equally eccentric style to match, Ms. Minaj has now found her way on the cover of this month’s V Magazine – suitably titled ‘The Discovery Issue’ – shot by Inez Van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin, and this hard-hitting lyrical genius has certainly gained a huge amount of new-found respect in the music industry (heck, we think she’d even give Lady Gaga a run for her money). The dual cover issue sees the Trinidadian rapper dressed in a series of extravagant and theatrical designer outfits – all thanks to Mark Fast and Versace that is – with some rather strange Kiss-like make-up to match, all of which had to reach her personal approval first. “Everything I do has been approved by me personally,” she tells V. “My team is mostly made up of guys, but none of them would ever think about telling me what to wear or what to do with my hair. They know that ultimately I’m gonna do what I’m gonna do.” And with her debut album Pink Friday just a mere few months old, this femme fatale makes her own music and doesn’t care if you don’t like it. “I’m an entertainer – I like to make people laugh,” she says. “Some will hate it and some will love it, but all will remember it. And that’s what I want: to be remembered.” It’s always refreshing to see a strong-willed and determined female. The January issue of V magazine hits newsstands today – take a look through our gallery below to see […]
Read MoreGwyneth Paltrow for Baume & Mercier
Every business knows that having a beautiful face front your label is going to put you onto a winner, and that’s exactly what Baume & Mercier Watches has done with its latest coup – Gwyneth Paltrow.
Read MoreBehind the scenes of Kate Moss for Balmain
It’s a well known fact that international supermodel Kate Moss holds a special place in her heart for all things Balmain- after all, what better brand to complement her rock chick image? – and we’ve got a sneak peak of what happens when their two worlds collide.
Read MoreTaylor Swift in Gilles Mendel
Picking up the award for Favourite Country Music Artist at the People’s Choice Awards in Los Angeles on Wednesday night was – unsurprisingly – the queen of country Taylor Swift, who looked gorgeous in a dreamy peach and nude Gilles Mendes frock. The asymmetrical one shoulder design left little to the imagination – heck, against her alabaster skin she almost looked naked – but finished with an attractive on-trend pleated skirt and satin waist, the young musician certainly knows how to rock pale appeal. Teaming her look with nude strappy sandals and a head of soft golden curls – yes, yet more neutral tones – Taylor made a splash with a slick of vibrant mandarin lipstick for simple spring-ready style. This newly singleton certainly knows how to set the male hearts a flutter – is a certain Jake Gyllenhaal kicking himself?
Read MoreGifts under £50 for her: Jaeger crystal headphones
Jaeger’s crystal headphones will have every style-savvy girl a-dazzle when she’s on the go this season, so why not stand out from the fashion crowd at Christmas with a sparkling statement. We love the cool white lead and headphones which have been adorned with a delicate frosting of crystals – fit for a winter wonderland style queen, they’re guaranteed to have you travelling like a true trend-setter. What’s more, they fit nearly all MP3 and music players, so there’s no need to stretch those purse strings to a new music maker to boot. It’s the ultimate fusion gift for fashion and music lovers everywhere. Jaeger Crystal Headphones, £40, available at Jaeger. BUY NOW!
Read MoreCher Coulter’s top party accessories
This is a guest post by Cher Coulter, celebrity stylist, best friend to Kate Bosworth, and one-half of JewelMint, the new jewellery label that recommends bespoke designs based on your personal style. But she can introduce herself better than we can. Cher Coulter is a top Los Angeles-based stylist, whose client list includes Kate Bosworth, Sienna Miller, Katie Holmes, and Scarlett Johansson. Known for combining easy avant-garde with absolute glamour in her women’s styling, Cher possesses an equal talent for men’s fashion. Cher and her dear friend Kate Bosworth recently launched their very own jewellery line, JewelMint, which provides members with high-end jewelry for $29.99/month. We asked Cher to pick her top party accessories to share with you, our lovely readers, to have you sparkling like a celeb this Christmas. See below for her favourites… 1. Topshop Velvet Bow Clips, $15.“These are so Sixties, so swinging and so festive! To style, either beehive the back of your hair and stack them in the nest on top, or wear two on one side. So cute!” 2. Paillette Flap Bag by Chanel, $6000“This is the perfect party bag because you can sling it across your body and throw your hands in the air on the dance floor – but nothing will get lost!” 3. Sparkle Calf Sock by American Apparel, $9“For a fun look, team up these socks with those plain old pumps you just love. This is a cheap way to jazz up your outfit!” 4. Mystic Fall Earrings by JewelMint“These show-stopping chandelier earrings are the perfect party accessory. Try the Ganesh earrings for a more feminine look, or the Piet earrings to up your cool factor! Pull your hair back to give these pieces lots of perfect light to sparkle.” 5. Celestial Wreath Necklace by JewelMint“Want to feel like a […]
Read MoreWeekly Round-up
See Baptiste Giabiconi’s debut music video, hear what Matthew Williamson has to say about his wedding collection, and what’s Gisele up to now?… Baptiste Giabiconi’s unveiled his new music video (and it’s hilarious) – the Cut Alexa, Olivia and Gemma Arterton talk Mulberry love at the label’s new store launch as Emma Hill explains the Mulberry girl – Elle UK http://www.elleuk.com/news/fashion-news/watch-alexa-and-olivia-talk-mulberry-love Want to win the Be+D’s Stardust bag? – Purseblog Haute hippy brides-to-be can breathe a sigh of relief – Matthew Williamson’s launching wedding dresses – Vogue UK Is PPR, the luxury French conglomerate, about to buy Burberry? – Vogue UK We’ve often thought Gisele isn’t actually human, and now, she’s been made into an environment-saving superhero in a cartoon for AOL – Elle UK
Read MoreGet the beauty look: Lea Michele
From head to toe Lea Michele oozed effortless sophistication with bags of style to boot at Billboard’s 5th Annual Women in Music Awards last week – the Glee star couldn’t be more on trend with this au naturale look if she tried. Minimalism has been given a new lease of life this season, and barely-there accessories and natural makeup go hand in hand to complete this cool classic look, which Lea manages to pull off perfectly. In a season of dramatic after-dark party looks, we love how her healthy glow injects a breath of fresh air into winter. Naturally, we couldn’t wait to recreate her look, so here are our top picks for going au naturale a la Ms. Michele… Estée Lauder Light Stay-in-Place Makeup, £25.00, House of Fraser A perfect base is key for any minimalist makeup look, and this light stay-in-place foundation by Estée Lauder is definitely one of our favourites for recreating Lea’s look. We love the lightweight yet long-lasting formula with its natural finish, so you can last a busy day at work and party all night without worrying about your face falling out of place. Plus, it contains SPF 10 to protect your skin from the sun all year round. Benefit Georgia Face Powder, £23.50, Benefit UK To get Lea’s healthy glow, sweep a blusher brush loaded with Benefit’s Georgia face powder over your cheeks, brows and forehead after applying your foundation to highlight your features – it’s guaranteed to brighten your face and add a warm glow to your complexion. Topshop Makeup Balm in Sheen, £4.00, Topshop For perfect nude lips like Lea, apply a smudge of moisturising lip balm with a subtle hint of neutral colour to your lips. We love Topshop’s balm in Sheen, which is sure to make your lips soft […]
Read MoreTemperley London sample sale
What: Temperley London sample sale When: Tuesday 7th December, 11am – 7pm and Wednesday 8th December, 10am – 7pm Why: Rummage through rails of stunning signature Temperley pieces at significantly lower prices Where: The Music Room, South Molton Lane, Mayfair, London W1K 5LF.
Read MoreAMA’s 2010: best and worst dressed
Last night saw music’s mega-stars gather in LA for the 2010 annual American Music Awards – and with a stellar award ceremony comes sartorial heaven, too. But where the tuelle trains trod as the A-list worked their fashion finery along the red carpet, a few faux pas fell into the mix with the cameras ready and waiting. And so, without further ado, we bring you our edit of the best and worst dressed at last night’s 2010 AMA’s… Best: Rihanna in Elie Saab Miley Cirus in Marchesa Katy Perry in Badgley Mischka Taylor Swift in Collette Dinnigan Fergie in Falguni & Shane Peacock Jada Pinkett Smith in Emilio Pucci Jessica Alba in Cushnie et Ochs Worst: Phoebe Price Ke$ha Nicki Minaj in Manish Arora Who soared and sunk for you?
Read MoreEva Longoria in George Hobeika
Pint-sized Latino Eva Longoria certainly took Madrid by storm Sunday night as the sexy senorita played host to the 2010 MTV Europe Music Awards. Wearing a total of 10 outfits during the course of the night, the Desperate Housewives star was definitely on top fashionable form – and yes, that does include her Lady Gaga parody mock-meat costume… what can we say, we love a little humour. But the most glamorous ensemble of them all has to be the stunning George Hobeika dress the actress wore at the beginning of the night. The velvet and sheer layered puff ball dress looked utterly stunning upon her golden brown skin, while the sheer embellished chest detailing only added to the true beauty of the piece – and though the cut may have been a little too short for some, it was perfect for Eva with pins like those. Teamed with round-pointed black stilettos and sultry red-carpet makeup, Ms. Longoria was certainly dressed to impress.
Read MoreRihanna in Marchesa
One fabulous frock to walk down the MTV Europe Music Award’s purple carpet on Sunday was a floor length Marchesa gown, and of course, it needed someone equally spectacular to wear it. There’s no denying it, the dress does look slightly wedding-ready on Rihanna, but that’s not to say the Barbadian beauty has anything of the sort on her mind. The overpowering cream ruffles and pearly white swirls may have been too much to handle for most, but not ol’ Rhianna – her flame red hair and feisty attitude allows her to pull off even the most daring of dresses. And the extravagant fish tail and accentuated one-shoulder detailing meant the singing soulstress looked truly elegant on the nigh t- heck, why does Madrid get all the fashionable fun, eh? Oh well, there’s always next year… Image
Read MoreMarc by Marc Jacobs: the greatest hits
If you thought greatest hits were reserved for music’s elite only, how wrong you’d be – it turns out fashion loves a best of, too. To celebrate 10 years of creating cool and covetable clothes, Marc by Marc Jacobs is launching a capsule Greatest Hits collection!
Read MoreMadonna’s opening her own chain of gyms
We all know just how toned Madonna is, but do you really want biceps like the singers? Well, if you do, you’re in luck – she’s set to launch her own chain of gyms next month called Hard Candy Fitness.
Read MoreAll the gossip from Britain’s Next Top Model Live
The first ever Britain’s Next Top Model Live exhibition took place this weekend at London’s impressive ExCel Centre, so with our press passes at the ready and dressed to perfection, the MFL girls were ready to embrace the life of a model. And in more ways than one… The weekend wasn’t spent entirely sipping champagne and browsing the vintage clothing stalls – oh no – us girls had to earn our keep and take centre stage at the Style Icon Workshop to give daily discussions on this season’s biggest trends. Our editor Emily took to the mic as the expert guest speaker giving a confident, funny and insightful look into this season’s camel, leopard print and shearling trends, and brought in a crowd of fashion-hungry girls (and, occasionally, guys) day after day while us interns simply posed on stage in our outfits – oh the hardship. In our free time we explored the wonders of fashion, beauty and music. The stalls were certainly varied, from Zandra Rhodes footwear, Jonathon Aston tights, Bourjois makeup to even teeth whitening, though we had to pass on the latter as the fear of the dentist suddenly took over. Free makeovers and hair styling were also on offer for a bit of well-deserved pampering, all thanks to the London College of Beauty and the world-famous stylist, Adee Phelan. Musical sensations Eliza Doolittle and Diana Vickers provided the lyrical entertainment, while BNTM judge Charlie Speed left many a young girl in a flutter with his live interview on the main Kiss Open Catwalk stage. However, we all agreed that the highlight of our weekend was witnessing the amazing Chyna Whyne in action (although the Tia Maria cocktail bar came a close second). Aside from her jaw-droppingly stunning appearance, the singer-turned-stilletto-master gave a hilarious insight into how […]
Read MoreWe’re at BNTM Live!
Britain’s Next Top Model Live kicks off this morning with a weekend full of fun, fashion and utter fabulousness ahead – not to mention shopping galore – and we, of course, are gearing up to host our first Style Icon workshop this afternoon!
Read MoreLevi’s launches Shape What’s to Come website
Ever wondered how some of the more successful women in the creative industry came to be so, er, successful? Ever wished you could talk to like-minded people about how to follow your dreams? Well, this may all sound a little idealistic, but Levi’s has just launched a brand new online community for creative women to share their stories.
Read MoreFive minutes with jeweller Johnny Rocket
Johnny Rocket’s a name that should need no introduction, but what the heck, we’re going to give you one anyway. When John Pearce launched his jewellery label back in 1997, he had no idea it was going to become one of Britain’s most iconic accessories brands – but he’d hoped it would be. Quickly catching the eyes of all the people that matter in music and celebrity cultures, it was the fashion industry that first saw Johnny Rocket’s potential for super-stardom when he sealed deals to collaborate with Tom Ford and Julien Macdonald, among others, to create his signature innovative designs that fuse edgy rock-spirit with intricate expertise. Making somewhat of a name for itself as a coveted cool and quirky company, creative commissions have flown through the door for Johnny Rocket – he created Jamiroqui’s iconic warrior headdress, Kylie’s legendary hotpants and a bespoke Swarovski-encrusted guitar for the Darkness frontman Justin Hawkins among the rest. But Johnny Rocket’s no longer a one-man brand – in 2002, when Pearce was working on a diamond-embellished Ford KA with Julien Macdonald, he met Niall Paisley, an esteemed jeweller, who soon became a partner. Fast-forward to today, though, and Johnny Rocket’s been working its magic on a new project – with diet Coke, as it would happen, creating limited edition Swarovski-embellished bottles exclusively for Selfridges, where John will also be appearing today to help customers customise their own versions. We caught up with Johnny Rocket last week to find out more about the diet Coke collaboration, what makes jewellery so special, and what sparkle we should be looking out for this season… You’ve just announced a collaboration with diet Coke to create a limited edition collection of bottles – how did the collaboration come about? diet Coke approached me about working with them […]
Read MoreJoin us at Britain’s Next Top Model Live!
So the show may be finished and the winner decided, but there’s still more to come from Britain’s Next Top Model yet – at the end of October, in two weeks time, the BNTM brand is hosting a three-day fashion extravaganza at London’s Excel Centre.
Read MoreFlorence Welch in Givenchy Couture
It’s the biggest celebration of music and Sunday night it was the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards held in Los Angeles. One lady high on the fashion radar at this year’s awards was British beauty Florence Welch of Florence and the Machine, and although she didn’t win eight awards like rival Lady Gaga, she still managed to pull off a dramatic look wearing a Givenchy Haute Couture lace dress from the AW10 collection. The songstress stayed true to her vintage vibe with this glittering gold long sleeved floor-sweeper, and nipped in by a satin corset at the waist with zip detail down the front, Florence gave her elegant look an element of sexiness. Whilst this style on some could look a little washed out, the muted metallic tones work beautifully with Welch’s red lips and fiery locks – and with minimal accessories (just matching shoes and clutch), we think this style is spot on for the singer.
Read MoreRupert Sanderson factory & sample sale!
What: Rupert Sanderson factory and sample sale. When: Friday, 17th September, 8am – 8pm and Saturday, 18th September, 10am – 6pm. Why: Stacks of shoes from seasons past and statement samples starting at £75. Where: The Music Rooms, 26 South Molton Lane, London W1K 5AB Email sale@rupertsanderson.com to receive your flyer and for more information.
Read MoreKate Moss’s next line for Topshop will be the last
She went from six collections a year to two, but come October, Kate Moss’s fourteenth collection for Topshop will be her final offering – but fear not a fashion stampede, apparently there just isn’t the same storm surrounding it now that there used to be.
Read MoreLeigh Lezark for DKNY Jeans
It takes a certain type of girl to model for DKNY, but luckily for Leigh Lezark, she fits the fashion bill rather well – the model-come-DJ has just been signed as the face of DKNY Jeans for autumn/winter 2010.
Read MoreFive minutes with Wayne Hemingway, co-founder of Vintage at Goodwood
It’s been a while since the fashion world last heard from Wayne Hemingway. Red or Dead, the label he started with his wife, Geraldine, was one of the most iconic British fashion lines of the 90s, and although the label is still going, their attentions have been significantly diverted. Most recently the couple have been collaborating with leading architects on model houses for the Scottish Housing expo in the highlands and revamping the Boscombe seafront by the beach in Bournemouth. Last year they even created a garden for the Chelsea Flower Show. But this summer the Hemingways are back on the fashion scene once again and making a very loud splash with one of their most ambitious projects yet. Their summer festival, Vintage at Goodwood, which celebrates the best of British music, film, food, art and, most importantly, fashion, launches in a few weeks with a full weekend of what promises to be a vintage fashion lover’s wet dream. Lily Allen will launch her new vintage clothing business at the festival and Zandra Rhodes, Hardy Amies and Pearl and Dasiy Lowe are all hosting events. They’re building a temporary high street filled with glorious shops including Cath Kidston, John Lewis, a Penguin Books library and the world’s largest vintage market. And the highly eclectic live music line up is equally exciting. With the buzz around the festival mounting, Wayne, who says he has never been so busy in his life, kindly spared us five minutes to answer all our questions… Why did you decide to launch Vintage at Goodwood? Because it’s needed. There’s a gap. Everything we have ever done over the years has been a reaction to a product we feel is missing in the market. When we started Red or Dead we felt that there was a gap […]
Read MoreFive minutes with Barbara Hulanicki
Legend isn’t a word we like to throw around lightly, but it’s the only word we see fit to describe Barbara Hulanicki – a woman who, alongside her husband, changed the face of British fashion in the Sixties. After starting her career as an illustrator, Barbara Hulanicki shot to success with Biba, the iconic fashion store, almost half a century ago and she’s since trod many waters in several different shores – fashion design in Britian, Brazil and Japan, makeup, numerous collaborations and interior design in Miami. That’s where she currently resides, with her hugely successful interiors company, and has been credited with doing as much for the architecture scene over there as she has done for fashion here. More recently, however, she’s the subject of a feature film, Beyond Biba, which charts her incredible life from her humble beginnings to her soaring success. After grabbing a copy of the film, we caught up with Barbara Hulanicki to find out more about this often over-looked but undeniably talented designer. First of all Barbara, congratulations on Beyond Biba! Yes, well, I had nothing to do with it – it was the lads who did it all. How did it come about? Well that came about because Louis’s [Price, director] mother used to work for me in the Sixties and Seventies at Biba, then she just rang me up and said could Louis come and film you in Miami while you work? So I said yes, why not? And I thought it was just an interview actually, I didn’t realise it was going to be so much fun and games. Well it’s fantastic. We’ve seen it a couple of times now and we love it. Oh do you? Fabulous. I try not to watch it – I get very cross with myself […]
Read MoreSkullcandy Headphones
Forget your inner-ear headphones that constantly fall out, feel uncomfortable and generally provide more sound quality for the person sitting next to you – it’s all about on-ear or over-ear headphones, and we’re loving the offerings from Skullcandy. Utah based brand Skullcandy produce the coolest music listening gear around, boasting a host of special ranges including an NBA player series and various artist collaborations. Drawing much of their inspiration from hip-hop culture it’s no surprise that one of their stand-out collaborations comes from Snoop Dog, whose intricately patterned Skullcrushers are bound to turn heads. Complete with 30mm neodymium magnetic speakers and mini-sub woofers, the headphones allow listeners to take the Snoop bassline wherever they go. If Snoop headphones aren’t quite your thing then the newly re-styled classic Lowriders are a slightly more subtle option for stylish head gear. Available now, the new Lowrider has shed its plastic surface for a matt satin texture skin, coming in coral, blue, purple, white and yellow these headphones add a pop of colour to any outfit. With plush ear pillows, nylon cable and an integrated microphone that’s compatible with iPhone and Blackberry the Lowrider is a on-ear headphone for the ultimate sound experience. Just which colour to choose? If you’re as spoilt for choice as we are then take a look at the full Skullcandy range here.
Read MoreExclusive Chipmunk Interview
Hip-hop star Chipmunk has teamed up with Foot Locker and adidas Shop this summer to launch the latest reincarnation of the iconic adidas Top Ten trainer. As the face of the campaign, Chipmunk will be pictured in Foot Locker windows nationwide when the must-have sneakers hit the shop floor on 6th June. We caught up with Chipmunk for a quick Q&A about the campaign, his personal style and why it’s all in the walk. How does it feel to be fronting the campaign for such an iconic footwear brand and trainer? Yeh, good! Cool! It’s kinda hard to explain, it’s good for both parties, you know, I’m into trainers – I like Footlocker, they’re into me – they like my music, so we just made it happen. How do you wear your adidas Shop which is your favourite colour? White, it’s summer “innit”. One thing I don’t do is leave a load of laces hanging out my trainers, you know, big bows and stuff, I just think it looks pretty young. Other than that I just do them up and put them on. So how important is looking good to you? Yeh man, I just feel that you’ve got to stay fresh, that doesn’t mean that you’ve got to wear designer clothes, I just personally like them to stay looking fresh. How would you describe your style in 3 words? Chipmunk, Jamaal, Indescribable. When your not sporting your Adidas originals, what other brands do you like to wear? Prada Good choice….. I like
Read MoreGraduate Fashion Week is coming
Those that love to be the first to find out about young design talent should get themselves down to London’s Earl’s Court this weekend for the 19th Graduate Fashion Week – it promises to be the biggest and best yet.
Read MoreKaren Elson on modelling
Models want more than to be pretty – just ask Karen Elson. As the flame-haired model launches her debut music album, she’s taken to defend the model-turned-something hybrid type who, believe it or not, have more to offer than a pout-and-pose.
Read MoreFestival Pop up Store
If you fancy yourself as a fashion conscious festival-goer and you’re yet to buy this years camping essentials, then look no further than the Marsh-mellow pop-up shop at London store Whiteleys. Following the success of their Pop Stores series, which has included a number of pop up boutiques from Frost French to Bower of Bliss, Whiteleys have launched their essential Marsh-mellow festival shop which is aimed at stylish festival goers. Showcasing the best in ‘glamping’ accessories from must-have Hunter boots to ultra cool Ray-Bans the Marsh-mellow pop up shop is set to have all you’ll need for a very fashionable festival, they’re even offering a portable kitchen sink for the super organized amongst you. As well as boasting a giant tee-pee the space has been kitted out to resemble a festival haven, with music, grass floors and blue skies to get you into the festival mood. It all sounds idyllic – but just not like any British festival we’ve been to in recent years. Of course, the best thing about it is that the bucket full of rain and few thousand port-a-loos are completely optional, so there will be no need to get any mud on those brand new festival Hunters after all… Whiteleys Marsh-mellow Pop up Store is open now.
Read MoreRound the table with Henry Holland and Gemma Cairney
As you well know, here at MFL we’re rather partial to a fashion TV series or two, and none more so than Frock Me with TK Maxx, back on TV screens in the UK for a second series to brighten up the bleakest Sunday mornings. Hosted by super-style icon Alexa Chung, London designer Henry Holland and Radio 1 style expert Gemma Cairney, Frock Me follows fashion through its rampant relationship with music as it highlights top trends for the season, chats to the very best in the business, gives DIY styling tips, and shows you how people on the street are working – and styling – the season’s best trends… in a nutshell. Naturally, we were obliged to catch up with Henry and Gemma when TK Maxx invited us to London’s Zetter hotel last week where, alongside a few other bloggers, we quizzed the pair on all things Frock Me and fashion. We’ve seen three shows so far, can you tell us what we can expect from the rest of the series? HH: There’s a show about romance, there’s a show about Americana, there’s a show about festivals; so there’s those theme-shows, and you can expect to see Sophie Ellis-Bextor, you can expect to see Gabriella Cilmi, we’ve had the Future Heads, Marina and the Diamonds, Paloma Faith – she was good, and everyone did live too. And then there’s some very ridiculous sketches… GC: We’ve got prints in Bristol [just aired] which was fun, I actually put a couple up against each other for the Frock Off, and the girl really looks like Alexa so that was good. And then we’ve got in Birmingham Americana – we ended up with about 200 people surrounding us in the middle of town for the final section, so we were kind of […]
Read MoreNaomi Campbell in V magazine
Following her much-talked about appearance on Oprah yesterday, Naomi Campbell’s gracing the pages of V magazine’s June issue – but not as we know her. The shoot has been reinterpreted into exclusive artwork made from Swarovski crystals.
Read MoreTopman launches AAA collection
Calling all would-be rocks stars: if you like your jeans skinny and your hat worn at a jaunty angle the get ready for the AAA collection for Topman. The rebellious-musician look continues to be a popular menswear trend and following a demand that Topman Design Director Gordon Richardson describes for ‘a range that made you look and feel like a rock star,’ Topman has delivered as usual, with the creation of the truly rock ‘n’ roll influenced AAA collection. The campaign, which is fronted by Louis Simonon – son of legendary clash bass player Paul Simonon, features a moody looking Louis in a typical black and white backstage setting. Two components which are of course essential for that bona fide rock star appeal. The collection itself is a mix of skinny tailoring and luxe-feel jerseys in a palette of monochrome. Sharp blazers and wet-look jeans give the collection that overall lean and edgy silhouette. And for that true indie-boy aesthetic there’s also a range of accompanying accessories that includes a feather tipped hat, the classic studded belt and a velvet skinny scarf. Who needs authentic rock ‘n’ roll style when you can pop down to Topman and buy it off the peg? The AAA collection launches in Topman flagship stores on 27th may.
Read MoreModels vs celebrities: who gets the campaign?
Fashion has played host to a full-fledged face-off between models and celebrities throughout the last decade: which breed gets the coveted campaigns? For a while it was the 90s supers, then it soon became the A-list elite – but perhaps its time for the supermodels to reign supreme once more.
Read MoreLily Allen lands TV show
We’d forgive you for thinking we were wrong about Lily Allen‘s plans to swap the music industry for fashion, but rest assured, it is coming. And just to make things all the more tangible, she’s set to star in her own TV show about her looming venture.
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Louboutin’s off on a celebrity circus, Madonna’s returned for take two of Dolce & Gabanna’s campaign, and where are the Gucci guys going next year?… It’s not Nelly packing her trunk and waving goodbye to the circus – it’s Louboutin, though he’s only just beginning. We’re not quite sure what to make of this, but we had fun spotting his celebrity friends nevertheless – Grazia She may have just split up from Ashley Cole, but things aren’t all bad in Chery Cole’s hood – she’s one of the top 12 wealthiest musicians under 30 – Vogue UK Oh, we knew it. Madonna’s back for round two with Dolce & Gabanna, starring in the designer duo’s AW10 campaign alongside another inappropriately young man – The Cut Uh-oh. Sarah Jessica Parker seems to have taken to the gym too well – Daily Mail Happy Birthday, Gucci! Well, for next year anyway. To celebrate its 90th birthday, the Gucci artisans are going on a little travelling tour, showing the world just how they make those handbags so darn well – Purseblog
Read MoreDaisy and the Doctor?
Daisy Lowe: model, all-round gorgeous young thing and the latest model to hit the dating headlines. Why, you ask? Well, she’s dating a Time Lord – that’s Doctor Who, between you and us – or Matt Smith, as his parents probably call him.
Read MoreScott Schuman and Garance Dore in TV show deal
They’re fast becoming a fashion power house are the street-style sweethearts, but it seems the Sartorialist’s Scott Schuman and his illustrator-come-blogger girlfriend Garance Dore are ready for their next joint venture: TV. And though it would seem the project is still very much in the beginning stages, Garance has been spilling a few beans about the show – though, truth be told, her dream is actually to make a movie “about girls and life and fashion”. But for now, TV is where it’s at, even if she’s not sure exactly where ‘at’ is. “We’re working on a TV show with Scott,” she tells the Huffington Post. “We don’t know yet exactly what form it’s going to have. It’s the same thing: why would we do a classic TV show, when the world is changing? And the world of media is changing? So we are working on the concept. We want something that talks to the people very easily and that you can see on the Internet.” Fashion fans will be pleased to hear, however, that it’s likely to be geared around all things super-stylish. “The world is in such little pieces now and you take your information from everywhere,” she explains. “I’d like to go ask people I trust, “Who’s a great musician?” and then maybe meet the musician and then do the same with fashion or food. I think it will be more fashion-oriented.” Watch this space.
Read MoreMalcolm McLaren dies aged 64
The world of punk is bidding farewell to a true pioneer as Sex Pistols manager Malcolm McLaren was confirmed dead yesterday, aged 64.
Read MoreChristian Louboutin on fashion
His shoes are among some of the most sought after in the fashion world with their iconic red reverse, but it would seem Christian Louboutin isn’t all that into fashion at all – in fact, he never wanted to get into the industry.
Read MoreAnya Hindmarch becomes pub landlady
We may know her best for her luxury accessories, but to locals in London, Anya Hindmarch will be known herein as landlady , for a week, at least.
Read MoreAmy Winehouse for Fred Perry
She may not have made much of an impact on the music world lately, but Amy Winehouse is set cause a storm on the fashion circuit , she’s teaming up with British brand Fred Perry to create a capsule clothing collection.
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