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Victoria Beckham named Britain’s most successful entrepreneur

Victoria Beckham has been named Britain’s most successful entrepreneur. And you know what? We think we agree! The former Spice Girl topped the Management Today list of the UK’s most successful entrepreneurs after her empire turned over a whopping £30 million last year, with her super-successful Victoria Beckham and Victoria Victoria Beckham labels and new standalone store in London making all that possible. “She’s got a real business, some design talent and some business nous,” said Andrew Saunders, the publication’s deputy editor. “She gets a lot of stick for being a celeb fashionista but I don’t think that’s fair. She has built something real out of her own celebrity which is quite a contemporary story. She deserves to be celebrated.” We couldn’t agree more – especially as some “celeb fashionista” labels and collections (not naming any names, of course) have barely got off the ground. Congratulations VB – well deserved! [Guardian]

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Kate Middleton wears Alexander McQueen for WW1 100 Years commemoration

It was a historic day yesterday, as Britain and the rest of the world remembered the beginning of World War 1 which took place 100 years ago. Kate Middleton and hubby Prince William joined King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of Belgium for the WW1 100 Years Commemoration Ceremony which was held at Le Mémorial Interallié in Liege, Belgium yesterday morning, before heading to the St Symphorien Military Cemetery (pictured) to pay their respects. “Among the very first victims were the people of Belgium, whose resistance was as gallant as their suffering was great,” Prince William said while speaking at the ceremony. The Duchess of Cambridge looked flawless, as expected, and wore a coat dress from one of her go to British designers, Alexander McQueen. She accessorised her pleated pal coat dress – which came complete with a cute-as-a-button Peter Pan collar – with an intricate Jane Taylor Millinery hat and, you guessed it, her trusty LK Bennett nude heels. A very apt outfit, hair and accessory choice for the occasion; we wouldn’t expect any less!

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Spotlight on: Haxby Debuts a Men’s Collection That Meshes Both Classic and Contemporary Styles

While menswear has undergone many changes over the years, the emphasis on classic, quality style remains a feature for a number of designers. This is certainly the case when it comes to Michael Dow and Timothy White, the masterminds behind the new menswear line Haxby. By combining their diverse aesthetic backgrounds, Haxby Collective’s debut line features menswear that exhibits both contemporary appeal, as well as the classic craftsmanship inherent in heritage menswear. A Debut Years in the Making Deriving inspiration from the iconic tailors of Savile Row, Dow and White have imbued their debut line with a level of excellence typically missing from contemporary menswear. This line is the result of two years of extensive research, which involved scouring the globe for the best in both materials and crafters. This level of attention certainly shows in the line itself, which is replete with items that are both understated as well as fashion-forward. Serving as a counterpoint to similar contemporary fashion lines, Haxby places importance on classic aesthetics without sacrificing modern appeal. The Quality Is in the Details As with most fashion, details play an important role when it comes to the quality of the finished product. Dow and White excel at creating notable finishing touches that make their pieces stand out from competing menswear lines. Highlights of the debut line include many exciting elements, from must-have accessories to stylish jeans that can be either dressed up or down. • Eyewear – Haxby’s handcrafted eyewear comes courtesy of Japan’s Masunaga Optical Factory, which painstakingly crafts these stunning glasses utilizing approximately 200 manual steps for a single pair. All Haxby frames are created according to classic British eyewear design, and glasses are available with inlays of either 24K yellow or white gold. • Footwear – When it comes to sneaker design, Haxby […]

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Top stories this week: Miranda Kerr not leaving Victoria’s Secret, charitable celebs, and Diane Kruger for Chanel Beauty

Miranda Kerr isn’t leaving Victoria’s Secret Rumours were circulating that Miranda Kerr would be leaving Victoria’s Secret, but it turns out that was a big misunderstanding. Read more here! Gucci helps rising UK music talent As well as hosting the Chime for Change concert later this year, Gucci will be lending its support to young, rising UK musical talent. Read more here! Diane Kruger for Chanel Beauty Karl Lagerfeld has tapped Diane Kruger for yet another ad campaign… this time, it’s for Chanel Beauty! Read more here! Halle Berry and Michael Kors fight hunger Halle Berry and Michael Kors have teamed up to raise money and awareness for world hunger. Read more here! Adele to wed in Jenny Packham? Apparently Adele has given Jenny Packham the task of designing her wedding dress for her upcoming nuptials. Read more here! Katy Perry gives back in Madagascar Another celeb doing good this week is Katy Perry, as she took time out of her busy schedule to visit some of the poorest children in Madagascar. Read more here!

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Letitia Herod crowned Britain and Ireland’s Next Top Model 2012 winner!

After what we think has been the biggest, toughest and (in our opinion) greatest season of Britain and Ireland’s Next Top Model yet, 18-year-old Angelina Jolie lookalike Letitia Herod walked away as the winner! Big congrats from us! It was one heck of a tough final though, as Letitia faced stiff competition from Emma G and Anita, but judges Elle Macpherson, Julien Macdonald, Tyson Beckford, and Whitney Port (who has just been amazing, may we add!) thought she had what it takes to be a real top model. Do you guys agree with the judges? We’re quite smug proud to say that we predicted the final three several weeks ago, but definitely think all the girls in the competition put up a good fight and kept us thoroughly entertained episode after episode. We can’t wait to see Letitia in action; bring on all those ad campaigns! [Image]

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Could eBay kill our charitable side?

Like a sickening Heston Blumenthal recipe of bacon ice cream, one wouldn’t consider stringing ‘Kim Kardashian’ and ‘charity’ along in the same sentence. I’m not talking about financial charity – she does that – I’m talking about fashionable charity; the act of handing over the beloved contents of your wardrobe to a charity of your choice for a cause worthier than walking around in them racking up envious praise, without financial gain. After rap star boyfriend Kanye branded her rather extensive wardrobe ‘ghetto’, Kim Kardashian has jumped on the e-selling bandwagon and auctioned several items from her designer-heavy wardrobe on eBay. Well, obviously, there’s no room for cleavage-pushing bandage dresses and heels teetering on Coco Austin territory in Kanye West’s all leather and monochrome world. So, the subservient girlfriend that she is, Kim has decided to flog her pre-loved wares on the world’s largest marketplace, and only donate 10% of the proceeds from sale to the ‘Life Changing Church Community’ charity. *insert shocked-fall-on-the-floor- gasp here*. An appalling donation by the standards of someone who has several financially flourishing enterprises on the go, and splashes $750,000 on a Lamborghini for her beau’s birthday present (cue: awkward/angry shifting in chair). But her reckless spending has nothing to do with the pain that I’m feeling in the part of my heart dedicated to all things charity-related. No. The fact that most things a super-celeb of Kim’s calibre endorses turn to platinum (forget gold), and quite frankly thrash all records of public success frightens me. Take the sacred union of marriage for example, now reduced to an easy, 72-day (façade), complete with desirable Vera Wang wedding dress. Could Kim’s shift to eBay spell ruin for charities so desperately in need of donations such as these to keep supporting the causes that created them? An […]

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DAKS brings British Heritage back for AW11

If autumn makes you want to go back to what you know, you’ll find all the home comforts you need from British heritage brand Daks. Having delved into its recently-opened archive museum, the luxury label has reworked its traditional checks and tweeds into an altogether more contemporary collection for autumn, which both takes a modern approach to style and reflects Daks’ signature long-standing values. And loaded with rich autumnal shades like leafy greens, chocolate browns and ever-classic navy, it feels suitably sophisticated with an insouciant charm. In a kick back to late Sixties, early Seventies London, sharply tailored separates are given a feminine edge with delicate shirts and pleats in dresses, as sturdy materials are lifted with luxe fabrics like silk or fine knits for a strong yet elegant silhouette. Outerwear is key, too, taking masculine shapes like heavy duffel coats and mixing them with whimsical capes and hooded ponchos, while accessories come classic and practical with a striking Sixties story that Jane Birkin would certainly approve of. Refined and elegant but laced with British charm, we want to dive right in. Now, lets all go and backcomb our hair and apply some flicky liner. Head on over to Daks to shop the collection. [nggallery id=89]

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Most memorable fashion moments of 2010

As we battle the post-holiday blues and prepare for what the new year has in store, we’re still reliving what last year had to offer – and in fashion, there were enough dramatic twists and turns to keep us on the edge of our sartorial seat all year long. From Alexander McQueen’s tragic death in February to the frenzy following William and Kate’s royal engagement in November, take a look at the highlights and lowlights that have made the most memorable fashion moments of 2010. Lee Alexander McQueen Following the designers death in February, the fashion world came together to mourn the loss of one of the world’s greatest design talents with a special memorial service at September’s London Fashion Week. His last collection was unveiled without him at a private show just one month after his death – shortly after, Sarah Burton was named as his successor, and unveiled her first solo collection at Paris Fashion Week. Celebrating his life and work, McQueen was last month honoured posthumously with the Outstanding Achievement Award at 2010’s British Fashion Awards. Naomi Campbell She’s had her fair share of controversy, what with being accused of attacking her New York driver – for which she didn’t face charges – and being sued by her former agent for perjury, but Namoi Campbell has had her ups too. Her Fashion for Relief catwalk show reunited the fashion greats for a worthy cause and went down as a storming success, Dolce & Gabbana payed special homage to her at Fashion’s Night Out, and the super picked up the Special Recognition Award at the BFA’s to boot. Fashion’s Night Out (and In) Fashion’s Night Out proved more successful in its second year than it did the first, persuading even the biggest names in fashion to get involved […]

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Designer collaboration alert: Michael Bastian for GANT

We love a good designer and brand collaboration here at MFL for Him, and we especially love it when a truly great designer gets together with a top brand to create a collection that really works. The latest of said collaborations that we’re looking forward to is that of twice nominated CDFA Menswear Designer of the Year, Michael Bastian and Gant – the brand that delivers American style clothing with European flair. The collection, which is set to launch at the end of August, fuses the rich heritage of Gant with the modern and luxurious American classics that Michael Bastian is known for, and promises to mix sporty pieces with tailored elements to create a truly wearable collection. Inspired by the fastest sport on two feet, Lacrosse, the collection features sporty separates in classic colours, where maroon sweaters edged with contrast orange stripes are mixed with check shirts and chunky knits for a grown-up preppy look. We love this green knit sweater with the quirky Lacrosse pattern across the chest – it looks great worn with simple chinos and a relaxed shirt underneath for a sports-chic look. Worn with a check flannel shirt this classic down bomber jacket does that American sportswear look perfectly, as well as making for a great piece of outerwear for Autumn Winter. Other stand-out pieces in the collection that are worth checking out include tailored blazers with elbow patches and a truly must-have washed moleskin military pea coat. The Michael Bastian for Gant collection will be exclusively available at Selfridges on Oxford Street as well as gantuk.com from 25th August.

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Lily Allen not collaborating with Kate Moss anytime soon….

Lily Allen is jealous of Kate Moss. The ‘Fear’ singer is envious of her supermodel friend’s “massive” and “amazing” clothing collection. She said: “Do Kate and I talk about fashion? No, not all the time. She has the most amazing wardrobe though. It’s massive! Have you seen her wardrobe? She has rooms just dedicated to clothes.” Despite her fascination with fashion and designer labels, Lily – who designed a sell-out line for British high street store New Look in 2007 – says she has no plans to collaborate with the 35-year-old model on a clothing range. Referring to Kate’s Topshop line, Lily told Britain’s More magazine: “We won’t do a fashion line together. I think she does very well on her own. I’m doing a jewellery range this year though and I’ve done some modelling for someone but I can’t tell you who. It’s very, very good though.

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Britain meets Greece

With less than two weeks to go, London Fashion Week is fast approaching and boy does it have some treats in store for us! British footwear label, Scorah Pattullo will once again be collaborating with our favourite Greek designer Marios Schwab and the fruits of their labour will make its preview as part of Schwab’s Autumn/Winter 2007 presentation during fashion week. The shoes below – the result of Scorah Pattullo & Schwab’s first alliance – made their debut last season and will be available to buy from Feb 2007. Scorah Pattullo can be found at selected outlets and also online at www.scorahpattullo.com .

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Black Heritage Season @ The V&A, London

When: Friday 10 November 2006, 10.30-17.00 Where: Seminar Room 1 @ The Victoria and Albert Museum Lollipop Dress Bluebeat Style The arrival of African and Caribbean people in Britain during the 50s and 60s witnessed the blending of various styles. Through talks, discussion and reminiscence, film extracts, photographs and the Swinging Sixties exhibition, we shall explore hair styles, Black style and entertainment, and the impact of the African Diaspora on design. The event will feature new and leading fashion designers, style icons and academics. To have your photographs used as part of our one-day exhibition, send good quality photocopies of your images (in colour where applicable) to the African Caribbean Officer (+44 (0)20 7942 2184) at the V&A, no later than 27 October 2006. ——————————- When: Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 November 2006, 11.00-17.30 Where: Victoria and Albert Museum KULTURE2COUTURE 2006 Fashion is for everyone at the V&A – Kulture2Couture is an exciting new platform for showcasing and promoting the work of some of London’s most creative African and Caribbean fashion designers. The programme of events repeat for both days and includes dazzling catwalk shows featuring headline designers, a bustling trade fair of fashion, hands-on workshops and master-classes led by industry specialists. This is a partnership project between the Greater London Authority (GLA) and the V&A. For more information go to www.kulture2couture.com [The V&A]

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Up Your Coat Game With An Injection Of Striking Hot Red

Remember, when pink coats were literally seen on every fashion editor last winter? Well, this season we’ve gone all red. It’s a trend that occurs every year. When it’s absolutely freezing cold and ever so dreary outside, there’s nothing like a statement coloured coat to lift the spirits. Loved by a number of celebs of late, inlcuding Natalie Portman and Rita Ora, the red coat is best paired with an all black outfit for that extra “wow” factor. Here’s some of our favourites…..and don’t forget – opt for a tailored coat for a timeless buy…

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This Season’s IT Bag? Versace’s Palazzo Empire Bag

Black, classic, timeless bags are our thing here at MFL, hence our never ending love affair with Chanel, our deep affection for Alexander McQueen’s Legend tote and our latest obsession with Versace’s Palazzo Empire bag. Recently, spotted on the arms of the Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Lady Gaga and most recently, Rita Ora , it seems we’re not the only one’s in adoration of Versace’s newest arm candy. Set to be the most sought after bag this season, the “Palazzo Empire” bag is the perfect everyday bag for the busy city woman and features Versace’s iconic Medusa head. Available in both exotic leathers and calfskin, it can be worn across the body, as a shoulder bag or if preferred, in the hand.  

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Forget the LBD. Celebs are embracing the WTS (White Trouser Suit)

At a loss for what to wear on New Years Eve? Look no further than the white trouser suit. A wardrobe staple, the white trouser suit is having somewhat of a fashion moment of late with celebrity starlets favouring a more masculine approach to occasion dressing. Recently, Jessica Chastain stunned in a chic Giorgio Armani suit at a luncheon in honor of her latest movie and let’s not forget how amazing Ashley Madekwe looked at the 2014 British Fashion Awards in Banana Republic’s three-piece ivory suit. Sleek. Sophisticated. Classic. The white trouser suit is all that and more, however it can be VERY tricky to pull off. How not to wear? Very rarely and we repeat “very rarely” is Jennifer Lawrence guilty of a fashion crime but it saddens us to say, the actress committed a major offence with this ill-fitting suit at the photocall for The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1. To avoid making a similar error, always opt for fitted rather than wide-legged trousers. However, don’t do a Rita Ora and venture to the opposite side of the spectrum with skin-tight trousers and even worse accessory overload. Instead, look to Jessica Chastain and Ashley Madekwe for how to pull off the white trouser suit. Keeping accessories to a minimum, both beauties hit all the right style notes with their outfits. Get the look: We’ve had our eye on this cream wool trouser suit from Reiss and now it’s on sale there’s no holding us back! We know, it’s not white…but it’s close enough. Complete your look with a white cami, these satin t-bar court shoes and this opulent nude box clutch.       (Slim-fit Wool Cream Blazer, £265 £185 available at Reiss, High-Waisted Cream Trousers, £130 £95 available at Reiss, Camellia Ecru Jersey Cami, £18 available at Reiss, Satin T-bar Court Shoes, £130 £95 available […]

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The British Style Award nominees are in! Who will you vote for?

Although the coveted Womenswear Designer of the Year award at the British Fashion Awards is out of our hands (and we’re kind of glad about it too, as we couldn’t possibly choose between JW Anderson, Christopher Kane and Erdem!), we do actually have a say in who walks away with the British Style Award. The 20 nominees have been released today, and it looks like the competition is fiercer than ever. There’s a real mixed bag of famous faces in there – from models to actresses to human rights lawyers – but there’s one thing they all have in common and that’s impeccable style. We think we’re going to take a while to cast our votes… The ten boys who have been shortlisted are, in no particular order, Douglas Booth, Benedict Cumberbatch , Ralph Fiennes, Bobby Gillespie. David Beckham, Daniel Sturridge, David Gandy, Idris Elba, Jamie Hine and Tinie Tempah. The ten girl who have been nominated are, once again in no particular order because we don’t want to influence you, Cara Delevingne, Emma Watson, FKA Twigs, Amal Cooney, Dame Helen Mirren, Kate Moss, Kate Bush, Rita Ora, Jourdan Dunn and Keira Knightley. Phew! There is also an “other” box to tick if you think someone else deserves the award (Kate Middleton or Harry Styles, perhaps?). Voting closes on November 5th, and everyone who votes will be entered into a prize draw to win 2 tickets to attend the awards ceremony on December 1st. So, get voting!

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Trainers voted the nation’s favourite footwear!

If you hate wearing heels because you can’t take the pain on the balls of your feet, the blisters, or the fact that it takes you twice as long to get anywhere in them, then we’re here to tell you that you aren’t alone. You aren’t alone because trainers are in actual fact the nation’s favourite footwear. Does this news surprise you? In a survey conducted by eBay, it was discovered that heels are out and trainers are in. And it looks like trainer-lovers have Rihanna to thank for it, as she has been voted “sneaker icon of the year”. And we all know how influential Rihanna is… The news may have surprised us a few years ago, but since we have been seeing more and more trainers on the catwalk (thank you, Chanel) and on some of the trendiest A-listers such as Cara Delevingne and Rita Ora, we’ve barely batted an eyelid. So, from feet across the nation, thank you ladies! [Glamour] [Image]

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The Met Gala 2014: The best dressed!

All the big names in fashion, film, and music gathered at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City last night, for the highly anticipated Met Gala! This year, the museum was honouring Charles James, and the dress-code was a very simple (albeit slightly “boring” according to Marc Jacobs) “white tie and decorations”. Anyone familiar with the work of Charles James would know that elegant eveningwear was his thing, so they wouldn’t have gone wrong by donning the finest couture pieces with some elegant jewels. There were many ladies who absolutely nailed their looks, while some probably should have stayed home. Stella McCartney had a big moment on the red carpet, dressing the likes of Rihanna and Reese Witherspoon so flawlesslessly for the event, in two very different but equally stunning dresses. Rihanna went for her signature sexy look, while Reese was a vintage glamour goddess. Selena Gomez also wowed on the red carpet for us, looking very mature for just 21 years old in a bold deep purple Diane von Furstenberg dress. We also love how Gossip Girl stars Blake Lively and Leighton Meester were reunited at the Met Gala – they both looked amazing in  their respective Gucci Premiere and Emilio Pucci dresses. Not all of the ladies went for full-length or ballgown dresses (like Hayden Panettiere who looked like a Princess!) though – Solange Knowles and Lena Dunham were just two of the stars who went for something a little bit shorter. The impact definitely wasn’t lost though. Here are our best dressed celebs from last night’s Met Gala. Let us know who gets your vote in the comments below. Victoria Beckham in Victoria Beckham Rihanna in Stella McCartney Blake Lively in Gucci Premiere Reese Witherspoon in Stella McCartney Selena Gomez in Diane von Furstenberg Emma […]

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10 High-tops every sneaker addict needs

Tired of teetering around in heels all day, with an unwelcome sore feet situation at the end of it? Well, we all know the long-term effects of wearing good-looking heels aren’t too pretty, so what’s the next best option? Why sneakers, of course! Well, high-top sneakers, to be precise. Fashion’s love affair with all things sporty has led to everything from record-breaking sales of the classic Stan Smiths to the ever-growing overlap between gym and daywear that feels chic enough for that all-important branch date. But with so many super-slick designs in stores, how to overcome the major task of picking a pair to suit? Well, before handing over the plastic, why not look to the A-listers for a little sneaker style inspo? Rita Ora loves to pair hers with a nifty dress; Kate Bosworth can’t resist a pretty maxi pairing with her wedge sneakers, and Rihanna is the undisputed queen of the trainer tribe – wearing hers with practically everything. So, to make it easier, we’ve whittled several options down to a pretty, round number. From a riot of colour to luxurious embellishment and ultimate classics; shop 10 of our best high-top picks below, and get sneakerin’ pronto! 1. Gucci satin high-tops, £345, available at My Theresa. 2. Ash Virginia faux cobra high-tops, £132.50, available at My-Wardrobe. 3. Miu Miu leather high-tops, £445, available at My Theresa. 4. Miu Miu glitter high-tops, £325, available at My Theresa. 5. Tory Burch Calab metallic high-tops, £200, available at Selfridges. 6. Nike Blazer mid-vintage high-tops, from £38, available at Very. 7. Gucci metallic-leather high-tops, £460, available at My Theresa. 8. Converse Chuck Taylor All Star studded sneakers, £100, available at My Theresa. 9. Converse Chuck Taylor All Star leather sneakers, £82, available at My Theresa. 10. Balenciaga high-tops, £345, available at My […]

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MTV Movie Awards 2014: The best dressed!

Music and movie stars alike gathered in the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles last night, ready to take in the 2014 MTV Movie Awards action! The red carpet was a real mixed bag in terms of choice of outfits, as it was filled with both fun and fashionable pieces making for real versatility. Rihanna went sexy in a white Ulyana Sergeenko Couture number with a dangerously thigh high split (and she wasn’t afraid to show the crowd, either!) as did Rita Ora, who went the other way and wore a black Barbara Casasola dress with a provocative, plunging front. Going cute but high fashion were Lupita Nyong’o and Victoria Justice, who looked gorgeous in their respective Chanel and Atelier Versace dresses, while Nicki Minaj kept things surprisingly minimal and effortless in a black Alexander McQueen dress. Here’s who made our best-dressed list – don’t forget to let us know who your favourite is in the comments below! Rihanna in Ulyana Sergeenko Couture Jessica Alba in Kenzo and Piece D’anarchive Iggy Azalea in John Galliano Lupita Nyong’o in Chanel Rita Ora in Barbara Casasola Victoria Justice in Atelier Versace Ellie Goulding in Giorgio Armani Nicki Minaj in Alexander McQueen Shailene Woodley in Balmain Holland Roden in Salvatore Ferragamo Zendaya Coleman In Emanuel Ungaro Bella Thorne in Versace Debby Ryan in Rachel Zoe

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Paloma Faith signs to Next Model Management!

Watch out Cara Delevingne, Paloma Faith could very well be out for your job! Ok, maybe that’s a bit of an exaggeration, but Paloma Faith has just signed to Next Model Management, one of the biggest modelling agencies in the world, and we’re pretty excited about what projects are in the pipeline for the singer. “Paloma is a British fashionista with remarkable creative talent; we adore her musically and stylistically,” said Faith Kates, the founder and owner of Next Model Management. Paloma now joins the likes of singers Rita Ora, Ellie Goulding, Lana Del Rey as well as hot models Suki Waterhouse and Arizona Muse, so it looks like she’s in excellent company. We can’t wait to see what her first modelling job is; having performed at the Burberry Prorsum autumn/winter 2014 show earlier this year, we’re crossing our fingers that the quintessential British brand just might have snapped her up for a future campaign. What say you? [WWD]

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Our Top 10 Celebrity Fashion Magazines

Whether you’re addicted to designers or in love with the high street, nothing beats flicking through a glossy magazine full of the latest trends. Modelling your style on your favourite celebrity’s signature look is a great way to feel instantly glamorous and build your reputation as a style icon. Any fashion magazine worth its salt is paying homage to the stars and their new looks, but which are the best when it comes to really getting to know celebrity styles? Here’s our pick of the best titles for your star style fix. 10. Look As Britain’s bestselling fashion magazine, Look is well known for consistently featuring the latest fashion news in a simple, accessible way. Although it doesn’t have a dedicated celebrity fashion section, its fashion news articles often comment on the outfits of celebrities such as Rihanna, Katy Perry and Kate Moss. A quick and easy read if you’re in a hurry to get the latest fashion news. 9. Company If you like your fashion updates short and sweet, Company is the magazine for you. Its specific celeb section includes everything you need to know about whose style is the hottest and it’s packed full of celebrity photos. It covers a broad range of stars, including Alexa Chung, Rita Ora and Kelly Brook. 8. InStyle Perfect for everyday fashion reading, InStyle is big on celebrity style. With stars featuring not only in its celebrity section but in the fashion, beauty and hairstyles sections too, it’s a must-read for anyone addicted to celebrity news. Frequently featured stars include Emma Watson, Kim Kardashian and Victoria Beckham, to name just a few. 7. Marie Claire With a celebrity focus that’s also hot on fashion, Marie Claire is a great resource for keeping up to date with celebrity trends. It often features exclusive […]

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Marks and Spencer’s new famous faces…

Marks and Spencer’s Leading Ladies ad campaign starring Helen Mirren, Grace Coddington, Laura Mvula and Ellie Goulding, among others, was truly spectacular – click here to refresh your memories  – and the brand wants to make sure it isn’t just a one trick pony by ensuring that it has another all-star cast for the next one. Although M&S hasn’t officially confirmed the line-up for the next ad campaign (it always likes to keep us guessing) some of the famous faces we can expect to see in the new campaign include Rita Ora, Emma Thompson, Annie Lennox, and Doreen Lawrence. According to reports, Annie Leibovitz has once again been tapped to photograph the ladies in action. Marks and Spencer seldom lets us down when it comes to its ad campaigns; need we remind you how epic the Christmas ad featuring Rosie Huntington Whiteley, Helena Bonham Carter and David Gandy was? [Vogue] 

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Milan Fashion Week AW14 highlights from Moschino, Fendi, Prada & more

We have no idea why Milan Fashion Week isn’t as popular as New York, London or Paris, because the latest collections to debut on the Italian catwalks were out of this world. We don’t think Giorgio Armani is going to have too much of a tough time getting support for MFW if the latest shows from Moschino, Prada, Fendi and Just Cavalli were anything to go by. Jeremy Scott’s first collection for Moschino was always going to be an interesting one, and we definitely think he met expectations and pulled a stellar collection – and catwalk show – out the bag! Jeremy Scott showcased everything from a revamped McDonalds logo to everyone’s favourite little underwater creature, Spongebob Squarepants, to all-else in-between. Katy Perry and Rita Ora showed no signs of a hangover – despite partying until the wee hours of the morning after attending the Brits – as they were the modelling guests of honour on the Moschino autumn/winter 2014 catwalk. The ladies stole the show as they strutted down the catwalk to take their well-deserved seats in the front row to watch the rest of the new-season pieces make their debut. If they ever fancy a career change, we definitely think they have what it takes to make it big in the modelling world! If we could take only two things away from the Fendi autumn/winter 2014 show, it would be the Karl Lagerfeld doll/handbag which Cara Delevingne (who was walking exclusively for Fendi, may we add) carried down the catwalk, Georgia May Jagger’s outfit. We love GMJ at the best of times, but her appearance on the Fendi catwalk was above and beyond anything we could have ever expected. Kaiser Karl himself described the Fendi collection as brutal and poetic, and we definitely got that memo given all the […]

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The Brit Awards 2014: The best dressed!

Last night some of the biggest names in the music industry walked the red carpet at London’s O2 for the 2014 Brit Awards, looking absolutely head-turningly fabulous in the process. Beyonce didn’t actually walk the main red carpet, but she stole the show for us sartorially and vocally. As the surprise performer of the night, Bey wowed the crowd with her performance of XO, and also made jaws drop thanks to her shimmering, figure-hugging Vrettos Vrettakos gown. She looked like a modern day mermaid! Katy Perry proved that we don’t need to wait for the Oscars to see new-season sparkly dresses hit the red carpet, as she stepped out in a glittering Julien Macdonald dress hot off the autumn/winter 2014 catwalk while presenting an award on stage. Rita Ora added some much needed colour to the red carpet by way of an attention-grabbing yellow Prada dress – gorgeous doesn’t even cut it – and Rosie Huntington Whiteley and Iggy Azalea went bold and sexy in the classic wowsome colour, red! Take a look at our best-dressed below and let us know who gets your ultimate vote! Beyonce Knowles in Vrettos Vrettakos Rita Ora in Prada Katy Perry in Julien Macdonald Rosie Huntington-Whiteley in Saint Laurent Iggy Azalea in Elie Saab Jessie J in Julien Macdonald  Pixie Lott in DKNY Kylie Minogue in William Wilde Daisy Lowe in Sister by Sibling Foxes in Mark Fast Ellie Goulding in Vivienne Westwood  Kimberley Walsh in Blumarine  [Images]

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Who won (and wore) what at the Elle Style Awards 2014

The 17th annual Elle Style Awards in association with Warehouse took place in London last night, and some of the most stylish celebs from all over the globe were in attendance. Katy Perry, Kylie, Emma Watson, Rita Ora, Ellie Goulding, Cara Delevingne, Tom Ford, and Roland Mouret were among the famous faces who rocked up to the super-glamorous event which was hosted by Radio 1 DJ Nick Grimshaw. Katy Perry received the Elle Woman of the Year gong – easily one of the biggest awards of the entire evening – which was presented to her by one of the true princesses of pop, while Emma Watson also got a high honour by landing the Actress of the Year award. Emilia Wickstead, Isabel Marant, Christopher Kane and Nicola Formichetti all won prizes in the fashion categories, so huge congratulations to them! The full list of winners is as follows: UK Recording Artist Female: Lily Allen (presented by Roland Mouret) British Designer of the Year: Christopher Kane (presented by Felicity Jones) ELLE Model of the Year: Suki Waterhouse: (presented by Arizona Muse) UK Recording Artist Male: Tinie Tempah (presented by Ellie Goulding) Accessory Designer of the Year: Kate Hillier (presented by Gwendoline Christie) ELLE Man of the Year: Tom Hiddleston VT (presented by Richard E Grant) Red Carpet Designer of the Year: Emilia Wickstead (presented by Poppy Delevingne) Contemporary Designer of the Year: Isabel Marant (presented by Olga Kurylenko) Fashion Innovator: Nicola Formichetti for Diesel (presented by Karolina Kurkova) International Recording Artist: Pharrell Williams (presented by Cara Delevingne) Actress of the Year: Emma Watson (presented by Lorraine Candy) Lifetime Achievement: David Bailey (presented by Tom Ford) ELLE Woman of the Year: Katy Perry (presented by Kylie Minogue) And now onto the best dressed! As the night was all about style, the celebs […]

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The 56th Grammy Awards 2014: The best dressed!

We were quite happy to sacrifice another night’s beauty sleep for the 56th Grammy Awards which took place in Los Angeles yesterday, as the red carpet was as riveting as ever! We’re eternally grateful for the invention of satellite TV and live streams, otherwise we wouldn’t have got the full “chain mail” effect of Taylor Swift’s stunning Gucci Premiere dress which was the talk of the red carpet and MFL HQ this morning. Another lady who got us talking for all the right reasons was Katy Perry, who gets the award for “most apt dress” thanks to the Valentino Couture music note dress she stepped out in. She gets extra points for lifting a look off the Couture Fashion Week runway so soon after its catwalk debut! Rita Ora decided to go for a short, sweet and sexy look on this occasion, swapping her usual gowns for a dazzling, reflective Lanvin dress. Well, if you have a body like Rita’s you might as well make the most of it and show it off, are we right? Check out the full list of ladies who impressed us on the Grammys red carpet last night; who gets your best-dressed vote? Katy Perry in Valentino Couture Taylor Swift in Gucci Premiere  Rita Ora in Lanvin  Alicia Keys in Armani Prive  Iggy Azalea in Elie Saab  Zendaya Coleman in Emanuel Ungaro  Sarah Hyland in Emilio Pucci  Ciara in Emilio Pucci  Pink in Johanna Johnson Anna Kendrick in Azzaro  Madonna in Ralph Lauren Ariana Grande in Dolce and Gabbana Anna Faris in Fitriani

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Suki Waterhouse named Superga brand ambassador

Move over Rita Ora, Superga has a brand new leading lady, and it’s none other than Suki Waterhouse! Suki Waterhouse is slowly but surely taking over the fashion world; she’s already poses for Burberry, and now the spring/summer 2014 ad campaign for Superga is the latest fash project under her belt. Although Suki totally fits in with the British Superga theme, there’s a slight difference with the latest ad campaign… Superga has introduced Sprezzatura – the Italian art of looking good without trying too hard. It also explores how fashion industry insiders interpret Sprezzatura in their own signature style. Pretty cool, right? We think Suki Waterhouse is Sprezzatura personified! She has some pretty big shoes to fill as both Rita and Alexa Chung have appeared in Superga ads over the years, but we think Suki definitely holds her own. Do you think Suki Waterhouse makes a good brand ambassador for Superga?

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The 2013 British Fashion Awards: The best dressed!

So we’ve revealed who the lucky and worthy recipients of the big prizes were at last night’s British Fashion Awards, but now it’s time to dissect their red carpet style. Harry Styles proved that he earned his British Style award as he looked very dapper and charming in his Saint Laurent suit, while Alexa Chung showed us why Stella McCartney walked away with the coveted Designer of the Year award this time last year by wearing one of her white dresses. Other famous faces to impress us on the arrivals red carpet include model and actress Rosie Huntington Whiteley who went for a bold red Antonio Berardi number, while Rita Ora went vintage old Hollywood with her bedazzling Vivienne Westwood gown. See all of our favourite looks from last night’s BFAs below and let us know who your favourite is! Alexa Chung in Stella McCartney Rita Ora in Vivienne Westwood Rosie Huntington Whiteley in Antonio Berardi Sienna Miller in Burberry Kate Moss in Marc Jacobs Harry Styles in Saint Laurent Daisy Lowe in Erdem Lily Donaldson in Marc Jacobs Pixie Geldof in Marc  Jacobs Poppy Delevingne in Emilia Wickstead Suki  Waterhouse in Burberry

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The 2013 MTV EMAs: Red carpet highlights

The 2013 MTV EMAs took place at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam last night, and although the event itself was full of controversial performances, award wins and questionable outfit choices (and that was just from Miley Cyrus, alone!), it was the arrivals red carpet that got most of our attention. As always, we were presented with the good, the bad, and the downright ugly… take a look at all the looks that got us talking below, and work out whether it was for all the right – or all the wrong – reasons. Who was your best dressed on the 2013 MTV EMAs red carpet? Katy Perry in Zac Posen Rita Ora in Calvin Klein Collection Iggy Azalea in Dilek Hanif Couture Louise Roe in Mara Hoffman Miley Cyrus in NY Vintage Ellie Goulding in Dolce and Gabbana Laura Whitmore in Fyodor Golan

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Moschino names Jeremy Scott as new Creative Director

Major congrats to Jeremy Scott, as the designer has been named as the new Creative Director of Moschino! The news broke last night, with the Twittersphere buzzing with congratulatory messages from everyone from Rita Ora, Miley Cyrus, Kylie and more. “This appointment respects the DNA of the brand as Jeremy Scott represents not only an eclectic and contemporary communicator but most of all a designer capable of re-interpreting the identity and the essence of Moschino,” reads a press release from the brand. The 39-year-old designer – and former Moschino intern, don’tcha know – will be presenting his debut collection for the Italian brand in February during Milan Fashion Week. His eponymous Jeremy Scott line will. Still continue as normal, so we predict he’s going to be a very busy boy from now on! Congrats again to Jeremy Scott – we can’t wait to see what he has up his sleeve!

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Mollie King signs to Next Model Management

Just yesterday we gushed about how gorgeous she looked in her ‘Loved by Mollie’ pictures for Oasis, but it looks like we aren’t the only ones who see a lot of potential from the blonde Saturdays singer. It’s just been revealed that Mollie has signed to Next Model Management – one of the biggest and most successful modelling agencies around. “Mollie has a really great style identity and we started to notice her fashion potential,” said Sarah Leon, a spokesperson for Next Model Management. “We are really excited to continue working with Mollie, she has great things ahead.” Mollie shouldn’t feel scared about being surrounded by professional models though as Next also boast the likes of singers Lana Del Rey, Rita Ora and Ellie Goulding in its books too. She’s definitely in good company! [Telegraph] 

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5 ‘can’t-live-without’ cult sweatshirts

There’s only one way to stand out from the crowd and cement your status as a true stylista this autumn/winter season… and you’re looking at it! Eye-popping jumpers are what it’s all about; all of the hottest designers from Stella McCartney to Christopher Kane to everyone else inbetween have tackled the statement cult sweatshirt, and we’ve narrowed down five of our absolute current favourites: 1. We think we’d be more interested in the medical profession if MRI scans really looked like this – Christopher Kane has nailed the statement sweatshirt, and this is just one of his vivid designs. Christopher Kane brain print jumper, £275 2. Worn by all the cool kids of celebville from Rihanna to Rita Ora to Cara Delevingne, your winter wardrobe wouldn’t be complete without this simple but statement-worthy sweatshirt. Boy London metallic eagle logo sweatshirt, £60 3. Jumpers don’t have to be reserved for those casual, dress-down days, oh no. This sweatshirt may be oversized and might hide some of your curves, but the subtle delicate print will help bring out your feminine side. The best of both worlds. Acne bird oversized sweatshirt, £225 4. Markus Lupfer and the term “cult sweatshirt” were made for each other; he’s the King of the statement sweater for a reason! This jumper incorporates this season’s sporty, casual trend with the pop art look perfectly. Markus Lupfer brush stroke sweatshirt, £230 5. Stella McCartney has mastered pretty much every trend in her time as a designer, so it doesn’t surprise us to learn that she has totally conquered the cult sweatshirt trend too. What’s not to love about this bold eagle printed jumper? Stella McCartney eagle quilted jumper, £475

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Clemence Poesy does simple chic on Chanel FROW

A little simplicity can go a long, long way. And Clemence Poesy arriving at the Chanel show during Paris Fashion Week to take her rightful place on the front row is poof of that. The gorgeous French actress looked incredible in a simple pair of rolled up blue jeans, a black top, black flats and a chic Chanel boucle jacket. Just goes to show that investing in a “statement” piece, in this case the Chanel jacket, can transform even the simplest and most casual of outfits into something wow-worthy. She definitely dressed circles around the other frow-ers which says a lot considering the likes of Rita Ora and Katy Perry were also in attendance. Clemence completed her flawless look by wearing her hair in some glamorous tumbling waves, going for subtle make-up and of course, an essential black Chanel bag.

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Blake Lively wears Gucci SS14 jumpsuit moments after its MFW debut

Well this has to be some sort of record! Less than 24 hours after debuting on the Milan Fashion Week catwalk, Blake Lively has stepped out in a black liquid lame jumpsuit from the brand spanking new Gucci spring/summer 2014 collection. And doesn’t she look incredible in it? Why she wasn’t sent on the runway in it in a Rita Ora for DKNY fashion we will never know! The face of the Gucci Premiere fragrance looked positively glowing as she attended the Beauty in Wonderland exhibition in Milan yesterday evening. She accessorised her new-season jumpsuit with black open-toed sandals and an 18kt white gold and diamond horsebit cocktail ring, while sweeping her hair off her face in a chicly disheveled updo and opting for natural make-up. If it wasn’t already obvious why Gucci loves her, this look will definitely do the trick. A match made in heaven! [Image c/o Gucci]

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Lunchtime Buy: Topshop flower embroidered bomber jacket

If you’ve been paying attention to Cara Delevingne and her wifey/BFF Rita Ora’s personal sartorial styles of late, you’ll know that they are all over bomber jackets – and have been for quite some time. We think the great British High Street has cottoned onto this, and as a result has produced quite a lot of them for the new season; this flower embroidered bomber jacket from Topshop is one of our faves. The aforementioned new season is the perfect time to rock a bomber jacket as it’s not quite cold enough to dig out the big winter coat from the back of the wardrobe. Bomber jackets can be quite a tomboyish, androgynous piece, but they don’t have to be. This Topshop flower embroidered bomber jacket comes complete with intricate embroidered flower detailing, which definitely gives it that highly sought after feminine touch. Topshop flower embroidered bomber jacket, £70

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New York Fashion Week SS14 highlights from DKNY, Victoria Beckham, Alexander Wang & more

What a busy weekend in the Big Apple! New York Fashion Week was action packed over the past few days, with the likes of Victoria Beckham, Alexander Wang, Prabal Gurung, Zac Posen, Diane von Fursrenberg, DKNY and more debuting their spring/summer 2014 collections to the world. DKNY was all about urban New York in the 90s; we thought a little throw back would happen seeing as the label is celebrating its 25th birthday! Dungarees, baseball caps, sneakers, hoods, and bandana prints were all prominent throughout the collection, as was an updated version of the popular “naked” dress. Oh, and did we mention Rita Ora strutted her stuff down the catwalk to close the show? Victoria Beckham was all about shape and structure, with clean yet sharp lines in most of her pieces. Expect less clingy clothes in understated colours with a burst of pink for good measure. Zac Posen and Coco Rocha go hand in hand, so we weren’t surprised to see her opening the designer’s show wearing one of the cutest outfits in the entire collection. The models showcased romantic, dramatic and just drop dead gorgeous creations that are making us look forward to next year’s awards season as we know one or two celebs are going to be rocking some of these pieces. Here are some other highlights from New York Fashion Week over the weekend: Victoria Beckham  Zac Posen Alexander Wang Diane von Furstenberg Prabal Gurung

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The GQ Men of the Year Awards: the best dressed!

As we told you earlier, the annual GQ Men of the Year awards took place at London’s Royal Opera House  last night. And while the awards were very much about the men – apart from the Woman award which went to the lovely Emma Watson – our attention was on the ladies walking the arrivals red carpet instead. What can we say, we’re suckers high fashion on the red carpet! We were very impressed by the girls’ sartorial choices. We loved Emma Watson’s Balenciaga outfit, as she really played to the ‘men’ theme by opting to wear trousers as opposed to a dress. Rita Ora did wear a dress though – an Etro one at that – and looked rather jaw-dropping. Daisy Lowe turned up the sex factor in a very daring Saint Laurent number which will probably cause a bit of a stir, while Rosie Huntington Whiteley and Alexa Chung kept it short and sweet in their respective Versace and Carven numbers. Take a look at all eight of our best-dressed ladies and let us know who gets your vote! Emma Watson in Balenciaga Rita Ora in Etro Rosie Huntington Whiteley in Versace Jourdan Dunn in Hugo Boss Alexa Chung in Carven Daisy Lowe in Saint Laurent Louise Redknapp in Valentino Jessie J in Persy Yaniv

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MTV VMAs 2013: The best dressed!

Yesterday’s Bank Holiday Monday enabled us to stay up late on Sunday night and closely examine all the red carpet outfits from the 2013 MTV VMAS… and we know we weren’t the only ones to do so either. Akin to all great red carpets, the stars really brought their sartorial A games; we definitely felt a dress to impress theme going on. While some singers love to shock with their appearances, (yes Lady Gaga, we’re looking at you) outfits were a lot more toned down this time around; Mother Monster herself went for a classy and demure look in a stunning Prabal Guring number – and the rest of the musical stars followed suit! Take a look at some of our favourite best-dressed ladies below and let us know who gets your vote in the comments below. Naya Rivera in vintage Paco Rabanne Holland Roden in Naeem Khan  Selena Gomez in Atelier Versace Taylor Swift in Hervé Léger By Max Azria Ciara in Givenchy Couture Lady Gaga in Prabal Gurung Rita Ora in Alexandre Vauthier Couture Miley Cyrus in Dolce and Gabbana Katy Perry in Emanuel Ungaro Shailene Woodley in Emilio Pucci Ellie Goulding In Amato Couture by Furne One Allison williams in Valentino Ariana Grande In Kenley Collins Coco Rocha In Fausto Puglisi

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5 of our favourite gold bracelets

Diamonds may be a girl’s best friend, but gold never did any harm either, especially when it comes in the form of a stunning, attention-grabbing piece of wrist candy. A gold bracelet is one of the most timeless pieces of jewellery a woman can have and akin to shoes, a woman can never have too many – especially now the layering trend is in full swing! So, whether you just want to treat yourself for working extra hard or are after a present for one of your bestest gal pals, we have a few suggestions that will definitely fit the bill. Links of London Little Miss Sunshine 18ct Gold ID Bracelet Inject a little bit of your childhood back into your life with this Little Miss Sunshine bracelet. The simple but cute Little Miss design is multifunctional and speaks volumes! If you fancy giving this bracelet to your bestie, you can make it even more personal by engraving it which will make for a unique gift they’ll never forget and will treasure forever. Marc by Marc Jacobs Katie Turnlock Small Bracelet This one is for all the rock chicks out there. Go edgy and grungy with this dark gold bracelet from Marc by Marc Jacobs. A definite head-turning design that we predict the likes of Cara Delevingne and Rita Ora will be all over. Mulberry Bayswater Medium Metal Bracelet, Soft Gold We don’t really need to persuade you to invest in a Mulberry piece as they pretty much speak for themselves, and this bracelet is no different. We doubt this piece will ever go out of style so snap it up now before it’s too late! Lizzie Fortunato Gold Chain Mail Cuff A piece of bling that will definitely get you noticed; layer it up or leave it on its own […]

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Helen Mirren, Grace Coddington and more ‘Leading Ladies’ pose for Marks and Spencer AW13

We love a good A-list celeb ad campaign – Beyonce for H&M, Rita Ora for DKNY, Sienna Miller and Tom Sturridge for Burberry are just a few of our recent faves – but the latest one from M&S pretty much puts all of them in the shade. Instead of tapping one or two of the hottest celebs for its autumn/winter 2013 ad campaign, Marks and Spencer has enlisted the help of Britain’s Leading Ladies… and the results, as you can see, are pretty incredible! Dame Helen Mirren (who we told you would be shooting with Marks and Spencer a few months ago) was photographed by Annie Leibovitz, and was joined by Ellie Goulding, Grace Coddington, Karen Elson, Tracey Emin, Nicola Adams, Helen Allen, Jasmine Whitbread, Monica Ali, Darcey Bussell, Laura Mvula and Katie Piper. Phew! “We wanted this campaign to signal a new and confident tone of voice to introduce Autumn,” said Patrick Bousquet-Chavanne, a spokesperson for M&S. “Annie was the perfect choice to shoot a campaign of this magnitude. Her unmistakable, signature style, with its truly dramatic aesthetic was exactly what we needed to communicate the essence of the campaign and of the new M&S. “Annie’s photography has become synonymous with defining key moments in the history of brands over the years and, as such, we feel that this campaign is the ideal way to illustrate M&S’ move into a new era.” We think this has revolutionised advertising campaigns, and we won’t be surprised if other brands start to up their game in the future. What do you guys think? [Catwalk Queen] 

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Lunchtime Buy: Off Dutee personalised tee

Forget spending hundreds on branding, all you need is a white vest from Off Dutee and your self promotion is pretty much sorted! If slogan tees are good enough for trend-setters Cara Delevingne, Rita Ora and Rihanna, then they’re definitely good enough for us. And luckily, thanks to these personalised vests from Off Dutee, you and your clothes can get personal for a mere £40! Remember the name Off Dutee, because we predict you’re going to be hearing a lot more of it in the coming months and years. You’ll also want to remember it to tell people where you got your kick-ass vest from, because we guarantee it will be the focal point of many a conversation. We’re ordering letters M, F and L in their dozens and rocking them around the office; a casual, fun and urban uniform, if you will! Off Dutee personalised white tee, £40

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Top stories this week: September issues, court battles and new campaign faces

September 2013 issues land We’ve already seen a host of September issues land from the likes of British Vogue, Elle UK, Harper’s Bazaar UK and more. Read more here! Rihanna wins Topshop legal battle Rihanna has won her legal battle against Topshop after the store used her picture on one of their tops without her permission. Read more here!  Rita Ora for DKNY Rita Ora has replaced BFF Cara Delevingne as the face of DKNY! Read more here!  Tamara Mellon’s new project We finally learnt what Tamara Mellon had been working on since leaving Jimmy Choo – and it’s pretty exciting! Read more here!  Miley Cyrus strips for Marc Jacobs Miley Cyrus has become the latest star to bare all for Marc Jacobs’ popular Protect the Skin You’re In campaign. Read more here!  Nicola Formichetti quits as Gaga’s stylist Nicola Formichetti has quit as Lady Gaga’s stylist after admitting he couldn’t keep up with the demand! Read more here!  Ex Tiffany Employee found guilty of theft Former Tiffany & Co employee Ingrid Lederhaas-Okun pleaded guilty to stealing over £1.3 million worth of jewellery. Read more here! 

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Taylor Momsen signs to Next Models

After her Gossip Girl character Jenny ‘Little J’ Humphrey was dropped from the show, it’s all been a bit quiet on the old Taylor Momsen front. (She does have her band The Pretty Reckless which she is the frontwoman of, but it’s not really our cup of tea…) Models on the other hand are our cup of tea, which is why we’re quite excited to learn that she has just been signed to Next Model Management – one of the biggest agencies in the world – who has the likes of Alexa Chung, Jessica Alba, Rita Ora and Lana Del Rey in its books. “I’m excited about my new relationship with Next Models,” she said. “Next has great vision, and will be a fantastic partner in furthering both my music and fashion.” 19-year-old Taylor is no newbie in the modelling world, as she already has some impressive modelling gigs under her belt; she was the face of Madonna and Lourdes’ Material Girl clothing line and has appeared in ad campaigns for New Look and a John Galliano fragrance. We wonder what her first big project will be… [Telegraph] 

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Glamour Women of the Year Awards 2013: The best dressed!

It’s already a busy week for the red carpet! Monday night saw the prestigious CFDA Awards take place in New York, and last night it was the turn of the Glamour Women of the Year Awards which were happening right here in London – at the Berkeley Square Gardens, to be exact. As we told you earlier, Victoria Beckham walked away with the ‘Woman of the Decade’ prize, but the best thing about her appearance (apart rom the fact that she took her very dapper looking son Brooklyn as her date) was her outfit. Sure, it was black which is big favourite with Posh, but it wasn’t one of her own designs – it was in fact Maison Martin Margiela which came as a pleasant surprise. Frankie Sandford from The Saturdays debuted her new longer hairstyle (and also showed us how her baby bump is progressing) on the red carpet, while new yummy mummy Fearne Cotton showcased her post-baby figure in a bright blue dress. Also brightening things up on the red carpet were Myleene Klass and Les Mis star Samantha Barks, who both wore bright fuchsia dresses, while Jessie J also went for an interesting, eye-popping blue ensemble. Kylie Minogue didn’t put a foot wrong on the red carpet either, as she followed in Kate Middleton’s footsteps by stepping out in a gorgeous peach dress. Peach is definitely having a moment! Take a look at some of our best dressed schlebs from last night’s event: Samantha Barks in Roland Mouret Rita Ora in Marchesa Naomi Campbell in Alexander McQueen  Jessie J in Gucci Victoria Beckham in Maison Martin Margiela Kylie Minogue in Moschino Frankie Sandford in Halston Heritage  Fearne Cotton Myleene Klass in Rachel Gilbert  Jourdan Dunn Hayden Panettiere in Black Halo Eve Cara Delevingne Joanne Froggatt in Alberta Ferretti 

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Victoria Beckham crowned Glamour’s Woman of the Decade

There’s always a reason or two to congratulate the highly successful Victoria Beckham, and now here’s another one. Last night VB was crowned ‘Woman of the Decade’ at the Glamour Awards – and we couldn’t think of a better winner! Congrats, Posh! As hubby David Beckham was away on business in Miami, she took her gorgeous eldest son Brooklyn to the awards as her date; aww! ‘I want to congratulate all the women,” she said on receiving her accolade. “I love to support women… Girl power. “Thank you Brooklyn my date tonight and the most handsome man in the room avoiding homework. Mum and dad, my husband who supports my dreams and Simon Fuller. “What an amazing 10 years, I’m blessed to have two careers and in nearly 10 years I will be nearly 50.” Is it just us, or does that make you feel quite old? Victoria wasn’t the only big winner of the night though. Mulberry’s Emma Hill won the ‘Best Accessories Designer’ award, Clare Waight Keller won the ‘Fashion Designer’ prize, Jessie J walked away with the ‘Editor’s Special Award’, The Saturdays were crowned ‘Best Band’, Les Miserables actress Samantha Barks won the ‘Pandora Breakthrough’ award and Rita Ora won the ‘Solo Artist’ prize – and was given her accolade by none other than BFF Cara Delevingne. Aww! Do you think Victoria Beckham was a worthy recipient of the Glamour ‘Woman of the Decade’ award? [Daily Mail] 

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