Pam Hogg was inducted into the Scottish Fashion Awards Hall of Fame last night. The designer – who is best known for her outrageous 80s fashion collections, which featured catsuits and metallic leggings – was praised by a host of celebrities for her dedication to the fashion industry. Pam was joined onstage by punk musician Siouxie Sioux, while Blondie star and style icon Debbie Harry paid tribute through a video message. The Scottish designer – who has dressed Kylie Minogue, Roisin Murphy and Rihanna – announced her return to fashion last year and has since received rave reviews for the Autumn/Winter 09 collection of her new label Hogg Couture. Meanwhile, newcomer Graeme Black scooped the top prize of Scottish Designer of the Year.
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Vanessa Hudgens’ fashion experiment
Vanessa Hudgens loves getting dressed up. The ‘High School Musical’ actress likes to experiment with fashion and wouldn’t be happy wearing the same outfit day after day. Vanessa – who works with Hollywood stylist Deborah Waknin – said: ‘I’ve used her forever and I’m in love with her! She completely gets me, which is really hard, I think. I’m not very typical; I like my own thing. I’m not content with wearing a T-shirt and jeans every day. I love fashion and I love playing with it.’
Read MoreZoe Kravitz working with Wang
Zoe Kravitz is the new face of Vera Wang’s Princess perfume. The actress-and-musician – who is the daughter of rocker Lenny Kravitz – will begin fronting the campaign this autumn, taking over from its current star Camile Belle. Further details of the partnership, including when the campaign will be shot and who by, are yet to be released. Zoe, 20, fronts Philadelphia band Elevator Flight, and has appeared in a number of films including 2007’s ‘No Reservations’, alongside Catherine Zeta Jones and Aaron Eckhart, and ‘The Brave One’, featuring Jodie Foster, which was released the same year.
Read More50 Cent launching fragrance
50 Cent is releasing a fragrance. The ‘Candy Shop’ singer is teaming up with Lighthouse Beauty – which is made up of celebrity managers at Brand Asset Management, the stars they represent and developers of perfumes – to release the men’s cologne, which will be called Power by 50 Cent. Chief executive officer of Brand Asset Group Chris Lighty confirmed: ‘The typical musician or actor might not know much about developing a fragrance or a skin care line, but he definitely wants to capitalise on his brand potential.’ The fragrance will launch in US department store Macy’s later this year.
Read More‘Opinionated’ Lady Gaga
Lady Gaga pestered stylist B. Akerlund until she agreed to work with her. Akerlund had taken a break from the fashion world to have twins when the outrageous ‘Poker Face’ singer contacted her and offered her a personal stylist job. Gaga refused to give up when Akerlund rejected the opportunity and continued to approach her every time she was shooting a new music promo until Akerlund agreed. Akerlund revealed to Anthem magazine: ‘I have no idea how she knew about me. She just said she knew. I asked her, ‘How do you know that we’re so perfect for each other?’ and she said, ‘I just know.’ Now she is like a sister that I never had.’
Read MoreGraduate Fashion Week 2009
My first day at Graduate Fashion Week, front row seats and the excitement I had been promised. With six shows to attend I had a fashion-filled day, the Universities being Epsom, Manchester, Ravensbourne, De Montfort, Somerset and Bristol. Models strutted down the catwalk to pounding music, dimmed lights and a flash of cameras as they made it to the end of the runway. There were numerous trends which continued to repeat themselves not only throughout the designers attending the same Universities but as a theme throughout the schools.
Read MoreLittle Boots’ sleepy secret
Little Boots thinks she ‘looks nice’ when she sleeps in her make-up. The ‘New In Town’ singer often goes to bed without cleansing her skin after a night of partying because she likes the way she looks the next morning. She said: ‘Sometimes if you sleep in your make-up it can look quite cool, or you might just look like a dirty stop-out. Many a morning I’ve still been a bit drunk, I looked in the mirror and thought I looked really nice.’
Read MoreVogue to the rescue!
The economic downturn has got us all in a bit of a mess. But never fear because Vogue are here to save the day and save the world. Ok, so that might be a slight exaggeration but it’s not far off. Vogue, the CFDA, NYC & Company and Mayor Bloomberg are calling on retailers around the world to open their shops up later on 10th September. The idea is that cities everywhere will host ‘Fashion’s Night Out’, and stores will open late, receptions and parties will be held all in the hope that the recession will get a good stiletto clad kicking.
Read MoreDinner with five fashion icons!
Have you ever been in one of those long term relationships where you fall into the comfort zone and then suddenly find yourself falling in love with your partner all over again? It’s a wonderful feeling, getting those butterflies back. Yes, I’ve fallen in love again, but this time it’s with a style icon we have been in a relationship with for years.
Read MoreWin a pair of tickets to Beyonce’s I AM…concert!
***UPDATE: Congratulations to the winner of this competition – Nkechi Okeke-Aru*** The 02, on 15th November for an exclusive Beyonce concert. For one night only, they will be adding an additional date to her world famous I AM…TOUR and they’re giving away thousands of seats to lucky fans! The promotion runs from 20th April – 31st May, however we’ve managed to snag a pair of tickets to give away to one lucky My Fashion Life reader! For your chance to win, just sign up to our newsletter by entering your name, email and location in the fields below by May 28th 11:59pm (GMT). Current subscribers will still need to sign up. U.K residents only. The lucky winner will be chosen at random and announced on May 29th. Good Luck!
Read MoreMichelle Obama wears Basso & Brooke
Michelle Obama is a phenomena, she has managed to create her own look and pioneer young designers throwing them into design superstardom. And for her latest style outing the First Lady was seen wearing a British designer. Michelle wore a gorgeous
Read MorePam Hogg store opens with a Lycra-clad bang
Pam Hogg’s jumpsuits are infamous. They make women both recoil in fear and fantasise in hope. Since Pam, burst back onto the scene we’ve spotted a few brave souls sporting a catsuit. But last night saw the opening of her pop-up store just off Carnaby Street in London, and the dress code was… tight! Guests included Roisin Murphy who opted for normal clothes, Peaches Geldof, Jaime Winstone, Anouk Lepere, Tolula Adeyemi as well as Pam herself. They all decided to get involved with all that Lycra and guests were spotted trying on a number of Pam’s space age outfits.
Read MoreAn interview with beauty journalist and author Kathleen Baird-Murray
You’ve watched her swoosh her hair probably thousands of times in that irritating but fascinating way only shampoo advert girls can do. Some may have cursed her for that implausibly shiny hair. Others will have cricked their necks trying to copy it , come on, admit it, you’ve done it too. So chances are you’ve already formed an opinion of
Read MoreHeidi Klum’s pregnancy is confirmed
Supermodel Heidi Klum is safe in her reign as the ultimate yummy mummy as husband Seal confirmed the exciting news that she is pregnant during his concert at Radio City Music Hall: “The topic of debate outside our hotel is, “Is Heidi having another baby? Heidi and I are having another baby. I mean, Heidi is doing all the work… The bundle of joy will join siblings Helene ‘Leni’, Henry Gunther Ademola Dashtu Samuel, and Johan Riley Fyodor Taiwo Samuel. Naturally the media started the speculation frenzy, after apparently spotting her with a ‘sizeable bump’, I’m sure the paps were equally surprised as their ‘pregnancy pics’ are almost never actually of pregnant celebrities, just celebs wearing baggy clothes. Well, we wish Heidi and Seal the best of luck, and you just know this baby will be gorgeous. They are the cutest family. [
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Johnny Blue Eyes: Bringing democracy to fashion
I’m seated at the entrance of Nandos in Shepherds Bush. This is fashion stylist, Johnny Blue Eyes’ favourite restaurant. It’s also his local. Born and bred in Shepherd’s Bush, Johnny has lived in the area all his life, although he does flit between his home town and New York. As he approaches the door I recognise him instantly. His long thick dark hair is a major giveaway. He’s wearing a hoodie paired with leather trousers, accessorized with a big buckled belt and carrying a large oversized bag. Johnny greets me so warmly that I feel immediately comfortable in his presence. At 41, he describes himself as an artist first and foremost, however his love for dressing up has played a major part in his path down the road of fashion. Johnny is perhaps better known as a stylist, in particular for his work with artists such as Beth Ditto (whom he considers to be a close friend), Ana Matronic from the Scissor Sisters, the Klaxxons and many more famous faces. At the moment, the self-confessed grafter (Johnny wakes up at 7am every morning and hits the sack at 2am) has made a move to the world of design through his label House of Blue Eyes. “The House of Blue Eyes is essentially a movement”, says Johnny passionately. “It’s very inspired by Warhol and the energy of The Factory of New York in the late sixties, early seventies with me as the sort of Warhol-esque character with all these designers and artists and performers and models who are part of that house. The fashion collection is a big room in the house but it is essentially bringing together fashion, art and music…. The House of Blue Eyes is a house of love, and hope and change.” It was the House of […]
Read MoreEaster special round up…
Sneak peek of the Matthew Williamson for H&M ad campaign! [launching that cook book after all. [Catwalk Queen] And while we’re on rumour control alert, Anne Hathaway will not be Daily Mail] On the hunt for a slouchy hobo bag? Find one to suit your budget. [The Purse Blog] Naomi Campbell’s isn’t holding back. [Fabsugar UK]
Read MoreCatching a glimpse of the First Lady!
Yesterday, was a very exciting day. Not just because
Read MoreAn interview with designer Romina Karamanea
Romina Karamanea may not be a name you recognise instantly, but the former right hand woman for Robert Cary Williams has been gaining recognition among the fashion cognoscenti ever since she branched out on her own with her instantly covetable collections. Specialising in experimental design, playing with structure and texture, her approach has appealed to fans including the late Isabella Blow and Italian Vogue’s Franca Sozanni. Karamanea has been sponsored to appear at London Fashion Week’s On/Off and the White shoe in Milan and now, after featuring in the 100 New Designers book by Lawrence King, it is only a matter of time before the London-based, Athens-born designer becomes the hottest ticket at Fashion Week. Here she talks exclusively to MFL about setting up her own label and the influences behind her unique design approach. Have you always known you wanted to be a designer? I have always wanted to be a fashion designer, for me it combines so many different disciplines like art, culture, music, film, architecture and people. It transcends language and everyone can appreciate it, so it is inclusive and also there is never a dull moment. When did you first start making clothes? I was 18 when I first started and I must say I have learnt a lot since then! I remember when I made my first garment, I had no formal training, I did not know how to cut or stitch, so I ended up using canvas, folding it in half, I then made a model lie on the floor so I could draw around her! I then secured the two pieces of canvas together with PVC tape and embellished it with metallic pieces from consumer packaging, i.e crisp and bottle tops. Very Blue Peter! It was quite a feat but to be honest […]
Read MoreRick Ross Shows Big Boys Can Fashionably Hang
I’m not a fan of Rick Ross. As a matter of fact, I’ve never had a single Rick Ross tune on heavy rotation so I post this “Magnificent” video not to venerate his musical talents, but to give him due props on what seems to be his renewed sense of style (fingers crossed). No pun intended, but Rick Ross literally looked suavein a polished two?button white suit topped off with a touch of black piping. The matching polka dot ascot and pocket square was equally pleasing and left me wondering who styled his counterpart, R&B crooner, John Legend? Honestly, what was up with that third leg of a tie?! Take heed people, ties are not to hang past your belt so please don’t try this at home. On a final note, it’s important to recognize that as hefty as Rick Ross is, he still managed to hold his own against the more shapely John Legend. Moreover, there is the odd chance that Ross actually upstaged the singer’s wardrobe thus Ross’ styling debunks the notion that burly lads can’t look the part. So to close, I’ll say this: if shedding pounds is not in your foreseeable future, then investing in a tailor is the next best way to looking, acting and feeling magnificent!
Read MoreDesigner collaborations: here, there, and everywhere
As if Matthew Williamson for H&M and Alexander Wang and Jil Sander for Uniqlo wasn’t enough to keep you amused, there is whole host of other collaborations strutting your way. I don’t even know where to begin, so brace yourselves. 1. First up we have Karl Lagerfeld for Ruby helmets. Yes if you have ever fancied a couture motorbike helmet then you can now be finally satisfied. This is perhaps one for chic Italians speeding around Rome, not sure being stuck in Piccadilly Circus at rush hour is quite the look Largerfeld is going for.
Read MoreLiam Gallagher, a fashion designer?
So who is your fashion icon? Perhaps Victoria Beckham, or Kate Moss or maybe even Lady GaGa. If you were a guy, or perhaps you are, who is your male fashion icon? Would it ever be Liam Gallagher? Well whatever your style, be prepared for Pretty Green. That’s the name of the latest fashion line from the not so fashion designer Liam Gallagher. The Oasis star is launching a label that will include denim, footwear, casual coats and accessories.
Read MoreLove your style: Riley Keough
Riley Keough is best known as Elvis Presley’s granddaughter, and many expected she would follow his musical footsteps with a singing career. Instead, Lisa Marie’s daughter has established herself as a model and is readily becoming one to watch on the style front. Riley’s gorgeous surfer-girl locks and striking bone structure are the focus of every outfit thanks to her fondness of fashion classics and minimum accessories.
Read MoreAn interview with Funmi Odulate, editor of Brownsfashion.com
For vintage shopping look no further than Brownsfashion.com, Funmi Odulate. Her book which is packed with amazing shopping tips is a must have for vintage lovers everywhere. Funmi has also contributed to fashion bibles Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, Stella Magazine and Russian Vogue as well as major newspapers such as The Guardian, Sunday Times Style and The Daily Telegraph. Despite her hectic schedule we managed to catch up with Funmi to discuss fashion, movies, music and of course we had to talk a little vintage… What does a normal working day for you consist of? It varies. I tend to check my emails first thing and then make a list of a million and one things to do. On Mondays I tend to get my team together to discuss the fashion stories going forward. This sets the tone for the rest of the week where I tend to write, organise interviews and features with designers, meet with the buyers to discuss what is on the hot list this week, go down to the Browns stores to see which new designers have come in, meeting with stylists to discuss shoots, meetings with prs, working on our blog and redesign … As I said it really varies. No two days are ever the same.
Read MoreMarianne Faithfull on Kate Moss: She’s not really my friend
Marianne Faithfull and Kate Moss are no longer BFF’s. It’s true. The pair who have been friends for well over ten years, were often pictured partying hard in Central London. However it appears they’ve called it quits on their friendship and the 62yr old singer has been very vocal about her thoughts on Kate. In a frank interview with
Read MoreParis Fashion Week: Gareth Pugh AW09
It was a video presentation as opposed to the catwalk for Gareth Pugh at Paris fashion week. Starring model Natasa Vojnovic and created by cinematographer Ruth Hogben, the powerful footage communicated clearly why Pugh’s dramatic collections are so appealing , they exude empowerment. And during a time when strength is oozing from the catwalks Pugh’s recent collection fits in nicely. Black of course was Pugh’s colour of choice. Dresses and leather trousers with spikes, high-waisted trousers, metallic dresses, long skirts and capes were all worn by Natasa with thigh high boots, as she moves to the music.
Read MoreParis Fashion Week: Nina Ricci AW09
It’s not over until the fat lady sings, or in Olivier Theyskens case till his contract ends in October. Rumours surrounding Theyskens employment at Nina Ricci have been rampant and the current situation sounds something like this – Theyskens was officially fired earlier this year, but he wasn’t selling, Theyskens delivered an incredibly “saleable collection.
Read MoreGrab your diary: Chloe sample sale!
What: Chloe private sample sale Where: The Music Rooms, 26 South Molton Lane, Mayfair, London W1K 5LF When: Friday 6th March from 8am to 9pm and Saturday 7th March from 12pm to 7pm Why: Get up to 75% off 5,000 pieces of ready-to-wear from both the SS09 and AW08 collections plus over 1,500 Chloe bags and accessories! To attend, just visit fashionconfidential.co.uk, print off your invitation and bring it with you to the sale! [
Read MoreWin! The Samsung Memoir
It’s that time again. This week we have a fantastic giveaway. Is it a camera? Is it a phone? It’s the Samsung Memoir -a touch-screen phone that also doubles as an amazing 8-megapixel camera. Just released on February 25th the Memoir is one of the hottest phones on the market right now and with top digital imaging functions has the ability to capture professional photographs. Other exciting features include an advanced GPS navigation system, a music and video player, an expandable memory of 16GB, multiple messaging capabilities, a full touch virtual QWERTY keypad and much more. Thanks to Samsung Mobile we have a Memoir available for one very lucky winner. To win, just leave a comment by March 16th 11:59pm EST. The winner will be chosen at random and announced on March 17th. Good Luck! *** This giveaway is open to U.S readers only*** Thanks to Samsung Mobile for sponsoring this giveaway!
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week: Victim AW09
Referencing Italian horror director Dario Argento’s ‘Phenomena’ (1985) in the pre text to ‘Victim Wonder’ designer Mei Hui Lei immediately gave us the impression that this was going to be a powerful runway of dread and seduction. ‘Did you ever wonder why there are so few beautiful villains?’ she questioned. In ‘Victim Wonder’, Mei Hui Lei presented her terrifying, yet irresistible muse: ‘Victim’s punk Lolita’.
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week: Olanic AW09
Expectations rose as a packed-out audience sipped their Bacardi’s, looking on at the lengthy preparation for Olanic’s AW09 presentation at London Fashion Week. Designer Nicola Taylor was tipped by Vogue as “one to watch” back in SS08 and returned to Vauxhall Fashion Scout after receiving rave reviews last season.
Read MoreCharitable fashion: Paul Smith and War Child
Remember when Paul Smith showed us he had a sense of humour with the release of his Credit Crunch tote? Well now it seems Smith is showing us a softer side, turning his attention to a worthier cause than say, somewhere safe to stash our cash. War Child is the children’s charity that recently released War Child Heroes, the charity music album featuring the likes of Lily Allen, Elbow and The Kooks, covering tracks from The Clash, U2 and The Kinks, and is now the focus behind Paul Smith’s latest T shirt design for the Jeans division of the Paul Smith brand.
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week: Ann-Sofie Back AW09
This show followed straight on from Peter Jensen, so if I was gushing a little too much in my Jensen review it was because this was in contrast horrific. The theme for this collection is: “Ann-Sofie Back burns in hell. Now I’m not being funny, but if you choose this as a theme, you need to make sure your collection is so good that it doesn’t actually create catwalk hell. Back clearly didn’t understand this and instead gave us a horrific show or should I say horror show?! To music from all our favourite horror movies, zombie models strolled, and in one case, tripped their way down the catwalk. Whitened faces, with big black eyes and contact lenses that made them look possessed was the ‘beauty’ trend. The show was based on horror movies, and Poltergeist was clearly a major theme as the majority of models were made to look like walking dream catchers. Carrie was also an influence, seen best by the corpse style prom queen complete with tiara. Everything was ripped and ‘distressed’, jeans, jumpers, t-shirts, dresses and skirts. The best items were an egg shaped coat with unusual fastenings, a sweatshirt saying ‘Boo!’ and a graphic jumper dress. It was however, an appalling collection. I like to think I push boundaries with fashion, I like to wear the unwearable in an act of defiance to those who class them as such. But this truly was completely and utterly unwearable. Even the more simple designs, I just thought “why bother? you can pick up similar styles by rock brands on the high street. Sorry Ann-Sofie Back but you really did crash and burn.
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week: Ashish AW09
Arriving in a Leicester Square full of confused tourists, I rounded a corner to discover a massive queue waiting to get into the show. Ashish was the hottest ticket of the day and was the first event to really generate a sense of excitement from the LFW crowd. The Hippodrome is a massive venue, but it was packed. Ashish chose a circus theme for his AW09 show and a trapeze artist on a spinning hoop provided the entertainment as the audience filed in, while circus-themed music and strings of lights created a big-top atmosphere.
Read MoreNew York Fashion Week: Nanette Lepore AW09
Wait a min. What, no eighties looks? No rock chic either? Yes, Nanette Lepore went against the norm that has been NY fashion week and churned out a collection full of bright clashing colours and prints. Patricia Field would have been proud. Was it any good? This really depends on how you like your fashion. If you’re a classic kinda girl then look away now. If you’re a quirky, kooky kinda girl, then keep reading….
Read MoreDaisy makes commuting fashionable
Unlike the other fashion capitals of the world, London doesn’t really notice when Fashion Week is in town. I will mention to friends that I’m off to the shows or the Natural History Museum and they will respond with “oh is there something on? This is very distressing for people like myself where fashion is not about what clothes you put on, but is a way of life. So anything that brings Fashion Week out into the general psyche gets top marks from me. Because this year celebrates the British Fashion Council’s 25th birthday, lots of lovely events can be expected in celebration. One of these is a range of illustrations by fashion darling Daisy de Villeneuve, which will not hang in a gallery but will instead adorn our Oyster card holders and chests. In collaboration with Transport for London, Daisy has created some quirky illustrations that will be sold on their new online shop. Daisy’s drawings are based on passers by from her time spent on our infamous transport system. Her images have a childlike cool factor and you can see why she is loved by the fashion industry. Having worked her felt tip magic for brands including Colette, Topshop, Shanghai Tang and V&A and magazine work for Lula, Vogue and Sunday Times Style. She has also managed to fit in time to exhibit and publish two books. On the TFL-British Fashion Council collaboration Daisy says: “I was born in London & have always loved it. I find it such an inspiring town, full of creative & interesting people. There is a special energy here, from fashion and music to clubs and magazines that is truly unique to London, no doubt the reason I can never stay away too long! So yes people, Fashion Week is approaching and if […]
Read MoreBeauty road test: Darphin instantly radiant hydrating and brightening eye care
This product comes with some rather ambitious claims, such as: ‘instantly revives radiance around the eyes and disguises signs of fatigue’. This sounded like music to my ears after the pro-longed partying which accompanied Christmas and New Year had taken its toll! I’d heard good things about Darphin, so was expecting a lot (perhaps a little too much) from this product…
Read MoreDarphin instantly radiant hydrating and brightening eye care.
This product comes with some rather ambitious claims, such as: ‘instantly revives radiance around the eyes and disguises signs of fatigue’. This sounded like music to my ears after the pro-longed partying which accompanied Christmas and New Year had taken its toll! I’d heard good things about Darphin, so was expecting a lot (perhaps a little too much) from this product…
Read MoreHalston goes digital at Fashion Week
New York Fashion Week kicks off tomorrow and it has been hitting the headlines almost daily for the past few weeks. First designers were pulling out, then they were opting for catwalk shows without catwalks, then Barbie and condoms appeared, and of course New York Fashion Week’s new home was announced. Yes, it is one busy fashion week, and now there’s more news, this time thanks to Halston. We thought Temperley and Betsey Johnson were pairing things back, but it’s nothing compared to the relaunched brand Halston. They’re not having a catwalk, a party, a private view; they’re not even going to have goodie bags! Instead the brand have created a digital music video that is going to be… wait for it… emailed to a select list of fashion types tomorrow. The video will feature Dree Hemingway acting out a modern Halston lover as she flaunts around NYC of course wearing the Autumn/Winter 09 collection, the image above is a snapshot from the film. Talking about this more unusual step, board member Tamara Mellon explained: “Everything is so fast now, and everyone sees the shows on Style.com. By the time it’s in stores, they have seen the next season. We thought this is another way forward. Particularly now, with the economic climate, a lot of people’s budgets will be cut and many won’t be traveling to see the shows, and this is a way to be inclusive. Although the president from Halston, Bonnie Takhar, was quick to add that it had been planned since September and was not because of the credit crunch. Yeah sure, we believe you. The video has been made by trendy production companies Blink Productions and Colonel Blimp, think Lily Allen and Jarvis Cocker. So it should look very ‘on-trend’. But I have been wondering, if […]
Read MoreTrend Alert: Leotard Ladies!
Wordsmith Lady Gaga recently retorted “it‘s never too cold for a leotard. It seems the music world may well be in agreement with this statement. Previously an item worn only by schoolchildren at dance classes, the leotard has been experiencing a revival of late.
Read MoreThe Grammy Awards 2009: The Good, the bad and the ugly!
The Grammy Awards is the one ceremony when stars can let their hair down and don some more interesting creations. It’s also the time when we get to see music stars trying their very best to look as stylish as Oscar nominees. Yes, it’s a mixed bag every year and this year was no exception. The Good Audrina Patridge , Looking like a young Audrey Hepburn, this column of teal from Tadesh looks stunning. The patent belt and clutch are right on trend and that side bun looks nonchalant chic. The neckline is incredibly flattering. An all round winner. Katy Perry , Hold the front page, Katy Perry actually got a red carpet look right, but she’s got a long way to go to make up for that horrendous performance. As for the Basil Soda gown, it is a gorgeous springtime pink, fits like a glove and the oversized corsage detail adds a creative edge. Carrie Underwood , Another surprise style winner. Shimmering delightfully in Zuhair Murad, Carrie shows off her wonderful figure and quite rightly plays down the accessories. Gwyneth Paltrow , She has become the queen of showstopping outfits. Working her incredible legs, she does look phenonmenal. Gwyneth quite literally shines in Versace. The Bad Miley Cyrus , Herve Leger by Max Azria is the brand of choice at the moment. But the young, gorgeous ones usually choose a nice little body con. And whilst I appreciate that Miley is enough trouble without getting her boobs out, she should have opted to dress her age. Solange Knowles , Talking of acting your age, whilst Miley needs to look more youthful, Solange needs to age up. This outfit is something you might have worn to your school disco aged 14. Not the Grammy Awards aged 22. Sheryl Crowe , […]
Read MoreThe Gospel according to D&G
Dolce and Gabbana are fashion geniuses, they are perhaps even style gods, but priests? Looks like there’s nothing the design duo can’t do. But if you’re wondering where this stylish congregation will be, or the fact that you didn’t know the Catholic church was into appointing fashion designers, then never fear, it’s all for a film. As with most things fact is often stranger than fiction. So they are not priests, but they are playing cameo roles as priests in a musical film. Honestly, it’s the truth….told you it was strange. In a new film called Nine, directed by Rob Marshall, Stefano and Domenico were caught on camera in Rome last week in all their holy inspired glory. The film, based on a Broadway musical is due for release in November. But D&G aren’t the only exciting stars in the film. Oh no, they join one of the best casts we’ve seen in a long time. Starring alongside Daniel Day-Lewis, Marion Cotillard, Judi Dench, Kate Hudson, Nicole Kidman, Penelope Cruz and Sophia Loren. Now that’s a line up. Who’d have thought of a pair of designers sharing the screen with such stars, rather than dressing them?! [Source]
Read MoreThe Fashion Week countdown: Pam Hogg
Whilst New York Fashion Week has been causing a stir with all its’ changing venue, lack of catwalks and love of Barbie antics. It is easy to forget how wonderful the month of Fashion Week truly is. And so we must start to turn our attention to the second fashion week: London. We have a few new additions to the schedule whilst others have chosen to have installations rather than catwalks. But one designer who has got chins wagging is the return of the punk-rock designer Pam Hogg. Appearing off schedule on the forth day of fashion week, in the very fitting Science Museum, Pam Hogg is set to make her return. On/Off’s creative director, Lee Lapthorne commented: “We’re delighted to support Pam and salute her return to fashion week; the whole team is right behind her. Hogg’s clothes are a frenzied bold mix of metallic’s and skin tight styles. She is not what you would call classic, subdued or elegant. But oh what fun. Having worked in the fields of music, film and art as well as fashion, she is a true creative. She was in bands Rubbish and Doll and is an entirely self taught fashion designer. Recently hip boutique Browns asked Hogg to create an instore installation, the result was an incredible blend of leather and taxidermy. Not only this, but Hogg’s recent work will be seen in the highly anticipated first issue of Love magazine. The buzz surrounding Hogg is immense, and will certainly give Gareth Pugh something to think about. We may be in a financial mess, but I’m starting to think this may be one of the best fashion weeks yet. With the return of rebellious designers, well behaved designers being rebellious and creatively inspired shows, it looks good for the future of design. […]
Read MoreBeauty Road Test: Bobbi Brown Lash Glamour; lengthening mascara.
Having not been blessed with naturally long eyelashes I loved the sound of this mascara by Bobbi Brown which lengthens, curls and defines to ‘provide the ultimate false-eyelash look.’ As a fan of uber-dramatic eye make-up this was music to my ears and I was hoping for some noticeable results.
Read MoreModel of the moment: Daisy Lowe for DKNY
Daughter of rocker and designer Pearl Lowe and musician Gavin Rossdale, Daisy was destined to be a beauty. Having modelling for a few years now, and strutted her stuff at a number of shows at London Fashion Week, she’s now made the lucrative jump into advertising. We saw her sizzling for DKNY. Daisy looks fab in a khaki grey playsuit with white lace up boots and the ever-chic aviator sunglasses. But you may be surprised to see this casual, easy going shot, I mean, she looks like she’s mid food shop. But wait, there is a reason, she is being snapped by the legend than is Scott Schuman. If you’re not familiar with his work then you may know him better as
Read MoreG-Day Has Arrived: The Return of Gossip Girl
At last, the day we’ve all been waiting for; Gossip Girl returns this Wednesday at 9pm on ITV2! Reunited once more with Serena, Blair, Chuck, Nate, Dan, Vanessa and Jenny, I can barely contain my excitement at the prospect of another season of Upper East Side drama, dresses and dead-pan one-liners. Since it’s debut in 2007, Gossip Girl has gone global, with its young cast dominating our screens and magazines: Blake Lively is this month’s Vogue US cover girl, Chace Crawford is Leona Lewis’ leading man in her new music video, Taylor Momsen has been signed to IMG, and Ed Westwick is, eh, snogging Drew Barrymore. But it’s not the stars that have most of us in a frenzy, it’s the fashion.
Read MorePolice, paramedics & booze: It’s Kate Moss’ birthday!
The ultimate party girl turned 35 on Friday and what does any self-respecting supermodel do to celebrate? Well, have a four-day party of course! After a nine hour drinking session with boyfriend, Jamie Hince and her mother at China Tang restaurant at The Dorchester Hotel, Mayfair. Where they dined on dim sum and Cristal champagne, it was time to prepare for the main event. A medieval themed party was planned at Kate’s £8 million home, it was here the first drama took place when a worker fell ill and was taken to hospital by paramedics. But the show must go on and medieval furniture, deer and moose’s heads were just part of the decor. A pig on a spit took centre stage, not sure what vegetarian guest Stella McCartney made of it. Other guests included Sadie Frost, Davinia Taylor and Rhys Ifans. Guests danced the night away to 80s hits, well until the police turned up asking for the music to be turned down. But the party did not stop, even when a second outing from the police took place. The festivities continued until 7am, much to Kate’s neighbour’s disapproval. Kate certainly shows no signs of slowing, and we wouldn’t want it any other way! [
Read MoreELLE joins (RED) in the fight against HIV/AIDS
Fashion bible ELLE has teamed up with supermodel Gisele, actress Scarlett Johansson and musician and philanthropist Bono to create a publishing first. ELLE has produced over thirty covers for its’ February issue all starring Gisele as the covergirl. The gorgeous being that is Gisele poses in a variety of tantalising (PRODUCT) RED items which are specially created from the likes of Converse, Armani and Gap, who from these special products give up to 50% of the profit to this very worthy campaign. Not only are we treated to the delights of our favourite supermodel, but inside readers will find a personal letter from Bono and a look at Scarlett Johansson’s travels to Rwanda. It is a hugely worthy cause and you can do your bit by buying any of the (PRODUCT) RED pieces, and let’s face it, what do we do best?… well, shopping of course. So why not shop with a heart?! Bono clearly understands shopaholics: “Which brings me, improbably, to shopping. Not everybody is able to march to the barricades , not everybody owns a pair of proper military boots , but there’s something you can do even in Manolos. taken from Bono’s letter in ELLE. And he’s right, the only fashion is philanthropy.
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Read MoreAdidas Originals: Sixty and still going strong!
So apparently even our dear decadent Karl Lagerfeld has to downsize in these turbulent times. He’s cut back on staff and moved to a smaller abode in Paris. But don’t expect Lagerfeld to give up his hummers. There’s no way the Kaiser can “drive on the same level as others. Unlike the designer,
Read MoreA time and place for the Wellington boot
John Legend may have eschewed all levels of style etiquette by venturing out with a suit complete with Wellingtons, but please don’t let his missteps lead you to cast a finicky eye over the trend. Unfortunately Mr. Legend didn’t get the memo, but keeping one’s Wellingtons away from the red carpet is a no?brainer.
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