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Fashion Fix: Alexa Chung, Naomi Campbell, Valentino and more

Alexa Chung pictures for New Look revealed! [The Last Emperor. First stop? Oprah. Second? Martha Stewart. [Jezebel, The Cut] So we know Kate’s doing something for YSL, we’re just not sure what it is yet. [Grazia] Is a mean face mandatory for the catwalk? [Refinery 29] Karen Elson’s the latest to lace up for Agent Provocateur [Catwalk Queen] Can you pull off the jumpsuit? If so, you might be one of the lucky few. [The Purse Blog] Naomi Campbell is a model of altruism as she takes Fashion Relief to Lakme Fashion Week. [Female First]

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Naomi Campbell for YSL: The Supermodel reigns again

From Prada to Yves Saint Laurent, the supermodels are back with a vengeance! As Autumn/Winter 08/09 approaches the new ad campaigns showing us what we’ll be wearing have been revealed and the catwalk’s elite Linda, Naomi, Kate and Christy to name a few are fronting the biggest brands in town. Shot by Ines van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin, you may recognize the sexy sequined trousers Naomi’s working in the YSL campaign (above), as she wore them recently to the CFDA awards.

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Temper Tantrum: Naomi Campbell arrested at Heathrow

Uh-oh! Naomi’s gone and done it again. Last night, the 37yr old supermodel was arrested on suspicion of assaulting a police officer and taken to Heathrow Police station for questioning. Basically, Naomi flew into a rage and hurled abuse at BA cabin crew after being informed that one of her bags would not be travelling with her to L.A as it was too heavy. She was told that she could either stay on the flight and have the bag forwarded on, or wait and take a later flight with ALL her bags. So what did Naomi do? She hurled abuse at the staff and allegedly screamed, “This is a joke, right? and “Why can’t you do anything right? Get all my bags on this flight! I’m Naomi Campbell.”

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Role Models: Naomi Campbell and Gavin Douglas praised by Prime Minister

Supermodel, Naomi Campbell and designer, Gavin Douglas (winner of Fashion Fringe 2006) were among 50 black indviduals praised by the Prime Minister Gordon Brown on Wednesday night, at the launch of the Black Britannia photgraphic exhibition at London’s City Hall. The exhibition aims to “provide inspiration to today’s generation of black Britons. On display are photographs by Fleet Street’s first black photographer, John Ferguson and profiles of 50 black British individuals who have triumphed in their chosen career.

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Features: Naomi Campbell and Kate Moss shine on the cover of Vogue Paris

Pick up a copy of Vogue Paris! With Naomi and Kate posing together on the cover, the February 2008 issue is sure to be a sell out. Shot by Mario Testino, the cover has a svelte Naomi holding Kate in an almost protective manner….which is interesting considering Kate has commented in the past that Naomi was often over protective of her. Both supermodels started modelling in their early teens , Naomi began her career a little before Kate , and despite rumours of

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News: Naomi Campbell forgets what she learned at anger management

Uh oh! We knew Naomi’s latest calm spell was temporary but we wish she hadn’t been so public when she reverted to her old ways. According to the folks over at OSOYOU, Naomi lost all her senses and flew into a rage after discovering that her bag which had her blackberry inside, (containing the numbers of all her celebrity pals) had been stolen during Led Zeppelin’s recent reunion gig.

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Naomi’s NEON charity

Since spending half her time in the Russian capital, Naomi Campbell’s fallen head-over-heels for Moscow. So much so, in fact, that she’s setting up her own children’s charity to raise money for the underprivileged kids in the country.

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Naomi’s New York attack

Oh, Naomi. Just as we were relishing in your do-good-for-charity efforts, you go and throw a punch spanner in the works. We thought Naomi Campbell’s wilder days were over, but according to recent reports, they’re anything but.

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Has Naomi lost it again?

Yet another report of Naomi Campbell losing her rag has hit the headlines. Boring. We think so. But still it’s news so we’re reporting it. The supermodel has been accused of attacking a photographer with her handbag. Don’t laugh. He’s actually had to be admitted into hospital. The incident was said to have taken place while she was holidaying with her boyfriend.

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Austria stamps on Naomi

Supermodel and notorious bad girl Naomi Campbell will be adorning Austrian postage stamps as part of a fundraiser to help Sir Elton John’s AIDS Charities. The Austrian public will be able to buy stamps of the doe-eyed beauty for 75 cents due to be released to coincide with the annual Sir Elton John life ball. Naomi’s scheduled to host the ball alongside Sir Elton, which will be held on the 20th of May in the Austrian capital, Vienna. According to contactmusic.com a spokesperson said of Naomi’s participation, “Naomi is a keen supporter of AIDS causes and saw Nelson Mandela in Africa earlier this month. She’ll be hosting the Life Ball, which is a gorgeous event at Vienna’s city hall and has featured designs by Vivienne Westwood and John Galliano.”

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Naomi & Kate snorting in South Africa

The media is having a field day exposing various celebrities and their drug use. Back on the hit list is Kate Moss alongside Naomi Campbell. According to model booker Gavin Maselle who spoke exclusively to the Sun, Naomi and Kate took a huge amount of drugs while meeting Nelson Mandela in South Africa in February 1998. He tells stories of their drug sessions, lesbian romps, his time in the shower with Kate and how Naomi is “downright rude. We all ended up lying on Naomi’s bed. Naomi was being very dramatic. She would go into the bathroom, snort, come out and change into this fabulous Pucci kaftan and rant and rave about her fabulous life. Kate spent a night of lust with the American model on the same trip, Gavin revealed. The pair snorted line after line of cocaine before slipping between the sheets of the king-sized bed in Kate’s hotel suite. He’s also exposed Kate as a drug smuggler telling how she smuggled ecstasy, cocaine and the date-rape drug Rohypnol in a Faberge egg….. Gavin said: “She travelled the world with that egg. Kate flew to Cuba the next day with it full of ecstasy and Rohypnol. [The Sun]

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Tyra and Naomi kiss and makeup

Tyra Banks and Naomi Campbell have managed to reconcile their differences on air (in an empty studio) for The Tyra Banks show. Unable to end the feud with an audience, Tyra told Naomi 50% of the reason she retired was because I was tired of having to deal with you. I was tired of constantly hearing that I got cancelled from this job or that, or hearing that this photographer was called, or that magazine was called and (told) not to use me.” [NY daily news]

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Naomi shows her support

Supermodel Naomi Campbell will be donating all her earnings from New York Fashion week to the victims of Hurricane Katrina. Heartbroken by the devastation caused by the natural disaster she has offered her services to any designer who will agree to pay her fees to the American Red Cross for the relief effort. Naomi has said that New Orleans has a special place in her heart as it was the place where she had her first ever fashion shoot at the tender age of 15. See what other stars are doing to help……[Sky News]

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Naomi’s Fendi Fight!

Italian papers are going crazy over the story that Naomi Campbell possibly beat up Italian actress Yvonne Scio in the suite of a 5 star hotel in Rome. The incident was said to have occurred on Saturday evening. Both Campbell and Scio have been friends for 10 years and had been out shopping in Via Condotti. They returned to their hotel to change for a dinner with friends, and the argument began when Naomi saw Yvonne in a Fendi dress. According to the Guardian Scio told the police,

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Naomi’s next venture

LONDON – Supermodel Naomi Campbell, famous for her strops and fights with the press, is hoping to show a different side of her personality with the launch of a reality TV show where she will turn fashion students into top designers.

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Top 20 Most Expensive Clothing Brands In The World

The most expensive clothing brands in the world command eye-watering prices. They attract luxury shoppers seeking access to prestige, quality craftsmanship, and exclusivity that generic clothes simply can’t match. While not everyone can afford to spend thousands on a designer handbag or ballgown, the top fashion houses like Chanel, Dior, and Hermès remain powerful cultural forces driving runway trends and influencing consumer desire. Owning an iconic Louis Vuitton monogram bag or Valentino red evening dress represents the pinnacle of fashion for many, even if the prices exist in a different universe than most people’s budgets. But for the ultra wealthy who can afford it, dropping tens or hundreds of thousands on couture offers entry into an elite circle dripping in glamour. In our guide, we explore the history, recognizable styles, and stratospheric price points of the 20 most expensive clothing brands that the rich, famous and fashionable clamor for each season. 20 Most Expensive Clothing Brands In The World 1. Louis Vuitton As one of the most recognizable luxury brands in the world, Louis Vuitton has come to symbolize both fashion-forward style mixed with a heritage stretching back over a century. Originally founded in 1854 by Louis Vuitton as a luggage and leather goods company, the French fashion house grew to international fame by creating durable, stackable trunks that could withstand transatlantic journeys. In 1896, Louis Vuitton’s son Georges introduced the iconic LV Monogram canvas pattern, those brown and beige initials that scream luxury. While travel goods remain a core part of Louis Vuitton’s business, current creative director Nicolas Ghesquière also produces ready-to-wear collections worn by A-list celebrities. Expect to pay at least $2,000 for a handbag or leather wallet. 2. Hermès Known for its obsessive craftsmanship and ultra-exclusive Birkin bags, Hermès was established as a luxury goods manufacturer in […]

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30 Of The Most Popular Supermodels Of All Time

The fashion industry is known for its glamour, luxury, and of course – beautiful models. Over the decades, many models have reached supermodel status and become household names. They have graced magazine covers, walked the most prestigious runways, and starred in major advertising campaigns. While the definition of a supermodel may vary, there’s no denying the major impact and influence these models have had on fashion and pop culture. Their recognizable faces, signature walks, and unbelievable physiques have inspired generations.. Let’s take a walk down the catwalk and get to know 30 of the most popular supermodels of all time. From the exotic Iman and Veruschka in the 60s to the sensational Stephanie Seymour and fellow 90s supes, these women broke barriers, mastered reinvention, inspired trends, and so much more. Their career highlights and cultural impacts reveal why these beautiful women are the best supermodels of all time! The Best Supermodels of all time 1. Cindy Crawford With her trademark mole above her lip, Cindy Crawford dominated the fashion scene in the 1980s and 1990s. She first caught the public’s eye in a steamy 1992 Pepsi commercial. Cindy went on to become the highest-paid model on the planet at the height of her fame. She landed hundreds of magazine covers and high-fashion campaigns. Cindy also had an MTV show called House of Style. She leveraged her supermodel status into successful businesses including a furniture line and skincare company. 2. Naomi Campbell Discovered at age 15, Naomi Campbell shattered racial barriers as the first black model to grace the covers of French Vogue and Time magazine. She dazzled on the catwalks of nearly every major fashion house. Naomi blended edgy and elegant, storming runways in gowns and rocking choppy pixie haircuts. She also acted on TV and film. Her fiery personality […]

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Top 50 Fashion Designers In The World

Ever wondered who the top 50 fashion designers in the world are? Well, wonder no more. We’ve put together a list most famous fashion designers from around the globe. From past icons to current trailblazers who are setting the trends right now, here’s a comprehensive deep dive into the best fashion designers without whom the fashion industry just wouldn’t be the same. 1. Coco Chanel If there’s one iconic fashion designer who’s influenced the industry more than any other, it’s definitely Coco Chanel. She brought something new to the table, freeing women from the restrictions of frills and corsets, instead offering up simple, comfortable styles. And today, more than 50 years after her passing, her influence is still felt. Coco Chanel’s early life wasn’t an easy one, marked by tragedy and hardship. Her mother passed away when she was young, and she and her siblings had to be raised at an orphanage. Despite everything, Chanel was determined to make a name for herself in the world. Her designs stood out from the crowd, effortless and refined. She transformed fabrics that were traditionally associated with men’s clothing, like tweed and jersey, into chic, comfy pieces for women. The late designer will always be remembered for her creation of the little black dress, which is still a wardrobe staple for many. Chanel also branched out into the fragrance industry, launching her famous Chanel No. 5 perfume in 1921. She was a trendsetter in more ways than one, using groundbreaking marketing techniques to promote her work. And even now, you can spot her signature CC logo anywhere. 2. Giorgio Armani Giorgio Armani is a name that screams luxury and style, and this Italian designer has been a prominent figure in fashion since the 70s. Born in Piacenza, Italy, in 1934, Armani initially studied […]

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5 Tips To Find The Perfect Eyebrow Shape For Your Face

Everyone knows that perfectly arched eyebrows are the way to go for a polished look, but finding the perfect shape for your specific face can feel like an impossible mission! Don’t worry – we’ve got you covered! We’ve got five incredible tips for finding out exactly what eyebrow shape will accentuate and bring balance to your features. Whether you’re looking for something bold, subtle, or somewhere in between, these simple steps will help you achieve your perfect look. 1. Know What Brow Shape for Your Face Type Take a good look at your face in the mirror. Identify the basic proportions of your facial structure—such as its width, length, and symmetry—as this will give you an idea of what kind of eyebrows will suit you best. Heart-Shaped Face Heart-shaped faces are beautiful and unique, but it can be tricky to find the natural eyebrow shape to flatter their distinct features. To bring out your heart-shaped face’s natural beauty, look no further than the soft arch. This eyebrow shape is ideal for highlighting your facial features and helping to soften any pointed angles. For an extra touch, go with a fuller eyebrow that embraces the length of your brow bone and balances the shape of your face – although be careful not to overdo it! Precision goes a long way when choosing the perfect eyebrow shape for anyone with a heart-shaped face like Naomi Campbell. Round Face When it comes to round faces, Chrissy Teigen and Cameron Diaz are the obvious candidates to look to for brow inspiration. No matter who you’re channelling, a sharp and high arch should be your goal when shaping perfect eyebrows for a round face. Design that arch as high as you can – maybe even higher than you think – without looking too harsh or […]

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1990’s Fashion: Sports and Heroin Chic

Heroin chic is a trend in fashion that is based on sickness, dark circles under the eyes, exhaustion, and other signs of drug use. It originated in the early ‘90s and mainly in the United States, when heroin use became popular in wide circles, due to the decline in its market value. At the same time, most people did not know how to get into rehab without insurance (https://addictionresource.com/drug-rehab/no-insurance/ would have definitely helped them), that is why the rates of deaths from drugs were pretty high. In the ’90s, it wasn’t about body awareness and healthy habits — half of all Americans smoked on a regular basis, the opioid epidemic was at its peak, nobody would go get treatment at rehab by choice.  At this time, a huge number of films on this topic appeared. You definitely watched or heard of such movies as Trainspotting, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, The Basketball Diaries, and Pulp Fiction, which have become iconic.  So, let’s figure out why after the ‘80s, when Princess Diana and Brooke Shields were style icons, everything changed dramatically and the trend was a slender physique and unkempt. How heroin chic appeared It all started with British photographer Corinne Day, or rather with her photo shooting with Kate Moss called The 3rd Summer of Love. It is important to understand that these photographs glorified the future photo model, giving a powerful impetus to the development of her career.  At that time, Kate was only 15 years old, but that did not stop Day from filming her half-naked with a cigarette in her hands. These photos instantly spread throughout the fashion community, appearing on the covers of many glossy magazines, including The Face. At this time, for the first time, the term Heroin Chic began to be used, which […]

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Anok Yai Announced As The New Face Of Estée Lauder

Famed for making recent fashion history as the first black model to open Prada’s show at fashion week since Naomi Campbell in 1997, Anok Yai has been announced as the newest global ambassador for Estée Lauder. The 20-year-old Egyptian-born beauty whom joins fellow brand spokesmodels including Carolyn Murphy, Joan Smalls, Karlie Kloss, Kendall Jenner and Misty Copeland said of her latest role, “To be a woman of colour representing an iconic brand that has continuously been at the forefront of beauty, is an honour”.  Yai continued,“I hope to be an inspiration to young girls and women and encourage them to feel undeniably beautiful.” Appearing in British Vogue twice this year as well as Prada’s SS18 campaign, it’s safe to say the future is bright for Yai.

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Best Dressed At The CFDA Awards 2018

Last night saw the much anticipated 17th CFDA Awards take place at the Brooklyn Museum in New York. Hosted by actress Issa Rae, the annual event celebrates the achievements of industry insiders in American fashion. Those honoured this year included Naomi Campbell, Edward Enninful, Diane Von Furstenberg and Kim Kardashian. Naturally, the red carpet wasn’t short of stunning celebs. Here’s our 10 best dressed… Ashley Graham in Vera Wang Bridal Kourtney Kardashian in Christian Siriano Cate Blanchett in Monse Emily Ratajkowski in Brock Collection Gigi Hadid in Versace Lily Aldridge in Brock Collection Lupita Nyong’o in Versace Sarah Paulson in Brock Collection Tracee Ellis Ross in Carolina Herrera Lais Ribeiro in Cushnie et Ochs [Images]

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Dolce & Gabbana’s Alta Moda Show Is The Stuff Dreams Are Made Of

Decadent. That’s possibly the best word to describe Dolce & Gabbana’s high glamour Alta Moda couture show which took place last night at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York. The show was part of of a three-night presentation which began on Friday with the brands Alta Gioielleria jewellery line, followed by the Alta Sartoria men’s couture show and ending with the women’s collection on Sunday which featured stunning head wear, breathtaking gowns and statement power suits Models included Halima Aden, Joan Smalls, Karen Nelson, Naomi Campbell and Ashley Graham whom strutted down the runway in front of a star studded guest list including Catherine Zeta Jones, Diane Kruger and Jamie Foxx. Click here to view the full collection.

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Influencer Miroslava Duma and Designer Ulyana Sergeenko Face Backlash Over Use Of Racial Slur

Both co-founder of Buro 24/7 Miroslava Duma and designer Ulyana Sergeenko are under fire over their nonchalent use of the word “n***ga.  The backlash began when Duma, 32 shared an image to her Instastory of a bouquet of flowers sent to her from designer Sergeenko, 36 accompanied by a card saying “’To my n****s in Paris’”. Apparently referencing the designer’s favourite song by Kanye and Jay-Z of a similar name, both ladies have faced intense criticism by industry insiders including Naomi Campbell and Bryan Boy. Moreover The Tot, a parenting brand co-founded by Duma, has since removed the street style star from its board. Sergeenko has issued an apology via Instagram explaining that she along with her friends use the racial slur when they “want to believe that we are just as cool as these guys who sing it.” While Duma also expressed regret on Instagram stating, “I deeply respect people from all backgrounds and detest racism or discrimination of any kind.” However, some could argue that Duma should know better especially having found herself caught in racial controversy in 2014 after featuring an image on her website Buro 24/7 of Russian socialite Dasha Zhukova seated on a chair depicting a black female woman in bondage.   We have to admit, we can’t fathom what either party involved was thinking in this situation. On a positive note we can only hope that the aftermath of this will result in a step forward being taken to unearth and eliminate racism in the fashion industry.

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Top Picks From Tom Ford’s Autumn/Winter 2016 Show

While New York Fashion Week is in full swing, we’re still overly obsessed with the Tom Ford presentation. Rather than adhere to the status quo of giving us a taste of what’s to come in spring/summer, Ford presented us with decadent, high-glam pieces for the current season – autumn/winter ’16. And even better, gave customers the luxury of buying everything they saw on the runway (which was live streamed) almost immediately online at mytheresa.com. Presenting the much anticipated collection at an exclusive private dinner at the Four season’s restaurant, guests included Iman, Uma Thurman, Naomi Campbell,  and many more famous faces. Staying true to his aesthetic, Ford’s collection certainly didn’t disappoint and models such as Carolyn Murphy, Amber Valetta, Binx Walton and Gigi Hadid strutted to tunes by Alicia Keys in plush 70’s inspired pieces. It’s safe to say that we absolutely adored the collection. Here’s our top picks! Printed Goat Hair Coat available at mytheresa.com Suede knee-high boots available at mytheresa.com Sequin-embellished dress, available at mytheresa.com Printed crêpe blouse available at mytheresa.com Leather Skirt available at mytheresa.com Embellished suede ankle boots available at mytheresa.com Wool-Blend Dress available at mytheresa.com Sedgwick Medium leather tote available at mytheresa.com Open-toe leather ankle boots available at mytheresa.com

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Best Dressed At The MTV VMA’s 2016: Beyonce, Hailey Baldwin, Heidi Klum & More

Yesterday stars of the music, fashion and film world gathered to celebrate all that music has had to offer visually over the past year at the annual MTV VMA Awards, and boy was it a night to remember… From Drake professing his long term love for Rihanna, the debut of Kanye’s latest video which was of course accompanied by an infamous Yeezy rant, to Beyonce’s statement red carpet entrance with the mothers of four unarmed black men killed in the U.S along with her date for the night, Blue Ivy. Yep, there were definitely too many memorable moments to mention… …. and while the red carpet wasn’t the best in VMA history, there were certainly a number of starlets who looked nothing short of fabulous. See below for our top 10 best celebrity dressed at the MTV VMA’s 2016. Holland Roden wearing KAYAT Hailey Baldwin wearing George Chakra  Beyonce wearing Francesco Scognamiglio and Blue Ivy wearing Mischa Aoki Heidi Klum wearing Roberto Cavalli Ashley Graham wearing Naeem KhanJoan Smalls wearing Off-White Kim Kardashian Naomi Campbell wearing Brandon Maxwell Nicki Minaj wearing Bao Tranchi Tinashe wearing Juan Carlos Obando

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Best Dressed At The CFDA Awards 2016: Jourdan Dunn, Rachel Zoe And More…

The fash pack came out to play last night at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City for The CFDA Awards (fashion’s equivalent of the Oscars). Naturally all of this season’s signature trends made an appearance on the red carpet – namely off-the-shoulder, slip dresses, cut-outs and glam-goth. And while there weren’t too many jaw dropping looks to choose from and quite a few fails (we couldn’t really quite get our heads around Ciara’s choice of outfit), there were some who made the best dressed cut…. Alexa Chung wearing Prabal Gurung Beyoncé wearing Givenchy Joan Smalls wearing Eddie Borgo Josephine Skriver wearing Sachin & Babi Jourdan Dunn wearing Jonathan Simkhai Kirsten Dunst wearing Rodarte Leandra Medine wearing Phillip Lim Naomi Campbell wearing Brandon Maxwell Rachel Zoe wearing custom Rachel Zoe Rosie Huntington-Whiteley wearing Michael Kors Who were your faves? [Images, Images]

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Infographic: Infamous Statement Heels

Remember when Naomi Campbell took a tumble in those ridiculously high platforms while strutting down the catwalk for Vivienne Westwood? We can’t forget either. It literally made the headlines. But our dear Naomi took it all in her stride and we loved her even more. However, the striking supermodel isn’t the only celebrity who’s had to deal with a killer heel or two. Beyonce, Lady Gaga and Victoria Beckham, just to name a few, are masters at making it look incredibly easy to pull off heels that we wouldn’t even dare contemplate wearing. The fabulous folks over at Shoetique have created a pretty cool infographic highlighting the most infamous statement heels of all time and the celebrities who’ve taken on the challenge. Check it out below.

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Red carpet highlights from the British Fashion Awards 2014

Fashion royalty came out to play last night and boy did they have a blast! Rihanna, Kate Moss, Victoria & David Beckham, Naomi Campbell, Kendall Jenner, Cara Delevingne, Anna Wintour OBE and many more made their way to The London Coliseum yesterday evening to celebrate the best of British Fashion. Now we’ve anticipated the awards ever since the news that Nuclear Wintour would be honoured and we have to say this was probably the best British Fashion Awards to date. Winners included Alexander McQueen for red carpet designer of the year, Erdem took home best womenswear designer and naturally Victoria Beckham most deservedly won brand of the year. Click here for a full list of winners. Best dressed of the evening? Oh this one is a toughie…we’re going with winner of model of the year Cara Delevingne…. [Images]

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Kate Moss lands yet another TV gig

We think Kate Moss has caught the small-screen bug! Fresh from appearing in a Gogglebox celebrity special with best pals Naomi Campbell and Noel Gallagher, the supermodel has bagged a role in BBC1’s The Boy In The Dress – a TV adaptation of David Walliams’s best-selling children’s book. We don’t think Mossy will need to take acting lessons to help her get into character though, as she will actually be playing herself during a supermodel dream sequence. A 12-year-odld boy dreaming about a hot supermodel? Sounds about right! We thoroughly enjoyed Kate’s cameo in Absolutely Fabulous back in 2012, so this TV appearance is long overdue. We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again, she definitely could hack it as a comedy actress if the modelling offers every dry up. The Boy In The Dress is due to air on BBC1 at Christmas. We’re excited! [Marie Claire]

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Kylie Jenner’s lips go viral, Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher reveal baby name, and Galliano for Margiela?

Kylie Jenner’s lips have started a YouTube craze! [Glamour] Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis have given their  baby girl the most adorable name! [Hollywood Life] Lena Dunham’s book tour wardrobe revealed! [Grazia] Naomi Campbell secures a role in Fox’s Empire! [Vogue] Is John Galliano designing for Maison Martin Margiela? [Harper’s Bazaar] See Eddie Redmayne as Steven Hawking in the official trailer! [Vanity Fair] Chanel’s shopping basket could be yours… for £7,000! [Telegraph]  

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Milan Fashion Week SS15 highlights from Dolce and Gabbana, Emilio Pucci, Giorgio Armani and more!

Jeremy Scott definitely got Milan Fashion Week off to a flying start thanks to his Barbie inspired collection for Moschino, but that isn’t the only collection that has blown us away in Italy. The past few days have seen some of the biggest and memorable shows take place, with the likes of Dolce and Gabbana, Emilio Pucci, Roberto Cavalli and Giorgio Armani proving particularly powerful. Although Dolce and Gabbana has been as Sicilian as it gets the past few seasons, Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana took their inspiration from Spain for the spring/summer 2015 collection. There was a definite matador theme running through the entire catwalk show, with red and black being the prominent colours throughout. Some of the biggest and most in-demand models could be found on the Emilio Pucci catwalk – from Naomi Campbell to Joan Smalls and Kendall Jenner – they were all there strutting their stuff in Peter Dundas’s floaty explosion-of-colour creations. Tie dye is back, people! Take a look at the rest of our highlights from Milan Fashion Week below and let us know what your favourite pieces are: Emilio Pucci Dolce and Gabbana Giorgio Armani Roberto Cavalli  

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New York Fashion Week SS15 highlights from Diane von Furstenberg, Victoria Beckham, Alexander Wang and more

New York Fashion Week continued to get bigger and better over the weekend, as more designers showed the lucky attendees – and the rest of the world – what they’ve been cooking up for the spring/summer 2015 season. The Diane von Furstenberg finale was probably the highlight of her show given that Naomi Campbell debuted the final look in the collection – talk about a fierce ending and going out with a bang! Although adorable little Harper was absent, Victoria Beckham’s loving husband and son Brooklyn were in the FROW to support her – and it’s a good job too as the show seemed to go flawlessly and her debut shoes seemed to go down pretty well too. We definitely think they’re her lucky charms! From the military inspiration at Victoria Beckham to the downright stunning red carpet worthy dresses at Monique Lhuillier, here are some of our highlights from NYFW over the weekend: Diane von Furstenberg Victoria Beckham Monique Lhuillier Alexander Wang

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Our Top 5 Fashion Photographers

In this social media world where everyone over the age of eight has a smartphone with a camera and in which street style fans are obsessed with finding the perfect lens to capture those great shots, it seems like everyone is a ‘photographer’. But they have a long way to go to reach the heights of the true fashion photography greats. Here’s a list of our five fave photographers in the biz, and the things we love about them: Mario Testino Probably one of the most famous, successful, respected and wealthy photographers in the world – and that isn’t just a coincidence! Why else would the Peruvian economics graduate be trusted with photographing the Royal family time and time again? He shot the late Princess Diana for Vanity Fair back in 1997, and more recently he caught Prince William and Kate Middleton’s engagement on camera for the world to see too. He’s also Anna Wintour and Christopher Bailey’s go-to man when it comes to those respective Vogue cover shoots and Burberry ad campaigns, although those aren’t the only things he spend his time on. Over the years, it’s no exaggeration to say that he just might have shot the majority of the celebrity world, with some of the people posing for his camera including Lady Gaga, Naomi Campbell, Cara Delevingne, Gisele, and so many more. What a pro!   Annie Leibovitz Another American Vogue/Anna Wintour favourite – although Annie Leibovitz hasn’t always just been photographing the stars for the biggest fashion glossy in the world. We love the photographer for her infamously controversial pictures including the John Lennon and Yoko Ono nude embrace shot, Angelina Jolie naked in the bath tub (pictured above), and a pregnant (and of course, nude) Demi Moore on the cover of Vanity Fair. And somewhat […]

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Rihanna goes tribal for W September issue

We were wondering when a Rihanna September issue cover was going to emerge this year. Well, we can wonder no more as the W September cover has just been unveiled, and it features our favourite Bajan pop princess as we’ve never seen her before. Rihanna is posing nude (standard) with nothing but a chunky tribal inspired necklace to protect her modesty on the cover, with the rest of the photos in the accompanying shoot also going down the wild and tribal route. She’s even surrounded by wolves in one of the pictures – it doesn’t get much wilder than that! “I got the vibe that it was slightly animalistic, but also could be interpreted as tribal or survivalist – definitely somebody using their environment as part of their style,” make-up artist Kabuki said. “I did the makeup like it was an abstract painting. “She doesn’t need crazy makeup to be interesting. But if you do something strong on her, it’s not going to overwhelm her. She’s going to own it.” And own it she most certainly did; these are some of the finest, wildest, fiercest pics we think we’ve ever seen of Rihanna. Will anything top it? It’s going to be tough but then again this is Rihanna we are talking about… You can see the rest of Ri-Ri’s wild photoshoot in the W September issue, which also includes pics of her posing with icons Naomi Campbell and Iman. Not to be missed!

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Kate Moss “nothing tastes as good as skinny feels” T-shirt causes controversy

Kate Moss doesn’t say much, especially when we compare her to outspoken model pal Naomi Campbell… and we think we know the reason why. She famously uttered the controversial words “nothing tastes as good as skinny feels” during an interview with WWD back in 2009, which we bet she wishes she didn’t; especially now that her words have got some more people in trouble! Yep, Canadian retailer Hudson’s Bay Company has decided to emblazon the quote on a T-shirt – designed by Christopher Lee Sauve – which has consequently landed them in a spot of bother. More than a spot actually, as it’s now being pulled from the shelves following a series of complaints. “We truly value our relationship with our customers and take their concerns seriously and we recognise that many took offence to the item,” the company said in a statement. “In this particular instance, while we respect the designer’s art, due to the overwhelming response and the sensitivity of the matter, we made the decision to promptly remove the T-shirts from our stores and from thebay.com.” And speaking of the designer, what did Christopher Lee Sauve have to say on the matter? “Fashion is created to be either celebrated, adored, or hated and deplored, quite like the industry itself. The particular T-shirt in question showcases an infamous quote by supermodel Kate Moss as a nutrition label – most, if not all, of my designs showcase some type of statement pointing out the absurdity of fashion, and this one item is no exception/ “I fully understand and comprehend the severity of an eating disorder and I do not condone celebrating such pain. My sincerest apologies to anyone that I have offended with my designs. I believe wholeheartedly in my work, however, and I can’t apologise for that.” Interesting. […]

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Which fashion names made the Forbes 100 Most Powerful Women list?

A few weeks after the release of the Sunday Times Rich List comes the highly anticipated Forbes 100 Most Powerful Women list… and once again, some of fashion’s biggest names have made the cut. Vogue US Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour was the highest ranking fashion name coming in at a very respectable number 39 (two places higher than last year, we’ll have you know!) and it’s thought that her work on the Barack Obama re-election campaign and her continuous work with the newly re-named Anna Wintour Costume Center helped her promotion up the list. Gisele, i.e. the highest paid supermodel in the world according to Forbes, once again made the list – and she should feel extra privileged because she was actually the only model to make the list. We bet Naomi Campbell will have something to say about that… Spanx founder and sartorial saviour to women everywhere Sara Blakely came in at number 93, and former Burberry CEO Angela Ahrendts – who has now moved to Apple – secured position number 49. Designers such as Miuccia Prada, Diane von Furstenberg and Tory Burch have also made the list – no surprises there although we expected to see Stella McCartney and Victoria Beckham in there too. Maybe next year, perhaps? Angelina Jolie and Shakira made the list for all their charitable efforts, as did Beyonce and Sofia Vergara. Click here to take a look at the list in all its glory, and find out who secured the very top spot. Go on, have a guess….

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Achieving great lengths: Why the mini skirt is a must-have fashion item

Skirts. We can never have too many, but rather interestingly, the varying styles and lengths have significantly defined perceived conceptions of the ‘new women’ and femininity. From the 1920s beaded flapper, flirty 50s circle or late 90s grungy denim, skirts have been just as influential on culture as they have our style. One skirt that shook up modern cultures, along with our desire for the perfect pins, is the mini skirt. Making waves in the 60s, the design freed young women from the historical convention of dressing in the style of their mothers. As British youths began to demand their own identity, a young political entity gained a voice and created a new and distinctive fashion that embodied their own political views – this is why the mini skirt is a must-have fashion item; it signifies a point in time where women were given the choice to dress exactly how they wanted. Championed by creative types such as Mary Quant and Twiggy in the 60s, it became mainstream in the 80s and even office-wear in the 90s. However, if worn wrong, you can cross the line of feminism loving fashionista into dangerous Christina Aguilera ‘Dirty’ territory. So, what’s the best way to wear a mini today? Firstly, with confidence; feeling comfortable in your own skin is the first step to feeling beautiful in your clothing. If you’re a little shy of your legs, try some fun exercise to boost morale and tone your pins. Dancing is a great way to achieve limb-perfection. After all, have you ever seen a dancer with bad legs? Zumba is a high-adrenaline way of sculpting legs Naomi Campbell will be jealous of. Simply find a class near you here, get a decent pair of dance shoes from an expert retailer like Dancemania and get the […]

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Watch Lena Dunham and Hamish Bowles prepare for her Vogue cover shoot

Forget the Macarena and everything you think you thought Madonna taught you about “Vogue-ing” – there’s a new “it” dance on the scene and it comes courtesy of Lena Dunham and Hamish Bowles. In the Vogue original short, a pyjama-clad Lena Dunham can be seen panicking about her upcoming American Vogue cover shoot (clearly she had nothing to worry about – click here to see the beautiful February cover!) and ringing her good pal Hamish Bowles for his advice. Like a true friend, he leaves his dinner party and hurries over to teach Lena everything she needs to know about all the modelling greats. Not only does Lena learn how to pose like Kate Moss, Naomi Campbell and even a “pigeon-toed Twiggy”, but she learns how to do it through the medium of dance. There’s nothing more to say – watch the video below and be amazed!

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Are we overreacting to Mindy Kaling’s Elle US cover?

As the new crop of magazine cover stars emerge for February, controversy isn’t too far off. In the firing line this week for cropping the hell out of one of its February cover stars, Mindy Kaling, is ELLE US. The Mindy Project star features on one of the four special edition covers celebrating women in TV, alongside New Girls’ Zooey Deschanel, Alison Williams from Girls and Amy Poehler from Parks and Recreation – all of whom are fully featured on their respective covers. Being Kaling’s first major mag-fronting gig, critics were quick to slam the publication for typifying the requirements of an industry bound by a silent, immoral code of skinniness, colour, and a whole load of size zero. But, before jumping on the bandwagon to berate an otherwise respectable and widely read publication, we did a little digging to see where cover stars had been given the crop treatment – regardless of colour, size or celebrity status. And, the results were pretty surprising. Yes, ELLE US repeated the mistake with its October 2010 cover star, Gabourey Sidibe, whose skin was supposedly lightened, and image heavily cropped. And, not forgetting the magazine’s star Adele, who (partially) appeared on the May 2013 issue. But then again, ELLE UK also featured a cropped image of white, size zero, Victoria’s Secret model Candice Swanepoel on its December 2013 cover, quickly followed by a shoulders-up appearance from British model and actress, Suki Waterhouse for January 2014. Both ladies’ assets are in line with what the industry deems image perfect. Now, let’s turn to another glossy; Vogue. Although most editions of the magazine have courted controversy in the past, the cover star cuts are still interesting. Only Jennifer Lawrence’s face – the It girl of, basically, everything – graced the September 2013 issue Vogue US, whilst Beyoncé […]

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Cara Delevingne was the most Googled fashion name of 2013

After winning Model of the Year at last year’s British Fashion Awards, we predicted that Cara Delevingne’s fame and fortune would go through the roof. We definitely weren’t wrong, because the British model has only gone and secured the top spot in Google’s annual Zeitgeist list for fashion folk. Congrats, Cara! With all the things that have been going on for her this year, from ad campaigns to fashion week shows to new acting roles to rumoured relationships with One Direction’s Harry Styles, we’re definitely not surprised to see Cara Delevingne secure the top spot! So Cara is officially the UK’s most searched for fashion figure on Google (Victoria Beckham topped the Bing list, fyi), and has beat the likes of Naomi Campbell and Jourdan Dunn (who came a respective second and third) with former CEO of Burberry Angela Ahrendts securing the fourth spot. We reckon a lot of that traffic must have come when she sensationally stepped down from her CEO position to take up a job at Apple! And it isn’t just fashion folk that Google has been monitoring all year; Coach was the most searched for fashion brand, with Hermes and Chanel closely following. Who have you been Googling this year?

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Joan Smalls gets her Elle US January cover, wears Givenchy

We can’t blink without hearing about the on and off catwalk antics of Cara Delevingne and her model pals, so it’s safe to say that models are making a huge comeback. In fact they might just be bigger and more important than ever – and Elle US’s January issue is all about reiterating that point. Joan Smalls, one of our favourite young models of the moment, has finally landed her first Elle cover, and is looking fierce in a sequin Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci dress. Only a professional poser can pull off a look like that! Inside the mag, as well as posing in some more lust-worthy pieces from the likes of Chanel to Gucci, she  opens up about the lack of diversity. “People hide behind the word aesthetic,” she began. “They say, ‘Well, it’s just that designer’s aesthetic.’ But when you see 18 seasons in a row and not one single model outside a certain skin colour…? “There are people in the industry who are advocates, who support diversity. And there are people who do not. I don’t get it. Beauty is universal. These doors have to open.” Anyone else think she should team up with Naomi Campbell and sort the diversity issue in the modelling world out once and for all? You can read the rest of the interview in Elle US’s January issue.

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John Paul Pietrus shoots Andrej Pejic (among others) for Philippines aid

You can always count on the fashion world to step in and lend its support in a crisis. Following the success of the John Paul Pietrus limited edition images of Naomi Campbell that went on sale to help the Red Cross Disaster Fund for the victims of the Philippines disaster, the photographer is now enlisting the help of more well-known faces to raise even more money for the cause. Mariacarla Boscono, Tao Okamoto, Fei Fei Sun, Rob Evans and Tain Yi and everyone’s favourite androgynous model Andrej Pejic have all posed for John Paul’s camera lens. “I am proud of my dear old friend and colleague John-Paul Pietrus for offering to do his part in helping raise funds for much needed aid,” Andrej Pejic said. “I am grateful to be part of the project. So much love and creativity and collaboration has gone into the work we have done together and I can’t see a better purpose for it than this.” We couldn’t agree more! The images cost just £37 each, and are available to buy until November 26th, so act fast if you want a little piece of pictorial history while helping a great cause at the same time.

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Daria Werbowy named new face of Mango

Mango has revealed the newest face of its ad campaigns – and that face is none other than Daria Werbowy! The stunning 29-year-old Canadian/Polish model replaces Miranda Kerr (who did a wonderful job of posing for the brand we think you’ll all agree) and follows in the footsteps of Kate Moss, Naomi Campbell, Penelope Cruz, Claudia Schiffer and Milla Jovovich to name just a few. “As part of our policy of collaborating with celebrities from the world of fashion, Mango has decided to collaborate with one of top fashion models of the moment,” said Ninona Vila, a spokesperson for the brand. “In choosing a model of the stature of Daria Werbowy, our aim is not only to highlight our brand values, but also the importance of the quality and design of the garments in the new collection.” Well said. We have to wait until February for the full campaign to launch (boo!), but the sneaky behind-the-scenes image above is getting us nicely excited. [Daily Mail] 

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The 2013 Victoria’s Secret Show, Isabel Marant for H&M and Kate Middleton helps Seraphine

The 2013 Victoria’s Secret Show took place earlier this week, with the hottest Angels from Adriana Lima to Alessandra Ambrosio to the Fantasy Bra-wearing Candice Swanepoel all walking in the show. [Fashionista] The Isabel Marant for H&M collection finally launched this week – how did it all go down? [Fashion Foie Gras] Kate Middleton has helped maternity brand Seraphine open a third store in west London! [Marie Claire] Victoria Beckham’s one of a kind Slim Barrett wedding tiara is going under the hammer, so start saving those pennies! [Telegraph] Miley Cyrus covered up for a change, wearing a stunning vintage floor-length Jean Paul Gaultier dress to the Bambi Awards in Berlin! [Red Carpet Fashion Awards] Naomi Campbell has asked Kate Moss to join her as a judge and mentor on The Face! Will Mossy say yes? [The Cut] The Damien Hirst for Alexander McQueen scarf collection has finally been unveiled – and as you can imagine, it’s pretty stunning! [Refinery 29]

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