We think it’s pretty safe to say that the Victoria’s Secret Angels know a thing or two about being sexy, which is why we find their annual round-ups of what, and more important who, is sexy very intriguing indeed.
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The Met Gala 2012: The best dressed
It’s been months since we’ve had a huge red carpet event to get excited about, which is why we are always extra-thrilled when the Met Gala comes around. It’s the epitome of glamour, as the finest designers and their celebrity guests walk the red carpet for one of the most prestigious and fabulous events of the year.
Read MoreJessica Simpson gives birth to baby girl!
It was quite literally only yesterday when we pondered when Jessica Simpson would give birth, but now the wait is officially over.
Read MoreMaternity fashion through the eyes of New Look
Waiting for Jessica Simpson to give birth (she MUST be about to drop by now, surely?!) has made us get a tad nostalgic, which is why we felt the need to take some time to reflect on some of the celeb pregnancies that have come our way recently. And by celeb pregnancies, we really mean maternity fashion.
Read MoreLusting after the Tila March Audrey leather tote
All eyes are definitely on this yummy mummy right now! Having just returned from holidaying in sun-splashed St Barts with husband Jay-Z and her daughter, Blue Ivy Carter, Beyoncé was spotted getting back to business in New York rather stylishly. Alongside her other, cosily wrapped and super-adorable accessory, Beyoncé sported a luxurious leather Tila March Audrey tote everyone at My Fashion Life HQ has got their peepers on! The Love On Top singer chose the tote in Mocca and teamed it with striking cat-eye sunnies, new bangs and ‘I’m boss’ heels. So, what can we offer in the way of praise for this new piece of arm candy that’ll ensure it’s on your arm quicker that you can sing ‘Run The World’? Apart from the biggest music star on the planet approving, this large leather tote in a neutral hue lends to a relaxed city chic feel with an athletic twist, thanks to the panel of perforated leather. The main compartment isn’t like most totes, an open gaping hole for the world to peek at the secret contents of your bag, but instead has an invisible magnet to keep it firmly closed. The Audrey’s interior is roomy and practical, with a mobile phone pocket and zipped compartment, and, this niftily spacious number is happy sitting on your shoulder , arm or in your hand. It’s not often we see mega-celebs with practical bags, but now that Mummy Bey has more than just her lipstick and iPad to carry around, the Audrey tote seems like the perfect option. Snap up your very own piece of Beyoncé style by bagging the Audrey Tote, £452, at tilamarch.com
Read MoreLucy Yeomans leaves Harper’s Bazaar for Net-A-Porter
It looks like fashion house creative directors aren’t the only ones moving around these days.
Read MoreTop stories this week: The Oscars go crazy for Gwyneth’s cape and Angelina’s right leg, Paris Fashion Week begins and the teenage Carrie Bradshaw is finally cast!
The 84th Annual Academy Awards The biggest story of the week was no doubt The Oscars, with the likes of Angelina Jolie (and her right leg which went viral and now has its own Twitter account) Gwyneth Paltrow, Stacy Keibler, Octavia Spencer and more lovely ladies making our best dressed list. Read more here! Paris Fashion Week begins! This week, we waved goodbye to Milan Fashion Week and hello to its Parisian counterpart. Read more here! Duchess of Cambridge wears M Missoni Kate Middleton ruffled a few feathers as she wore Italian label M Missoni to Fortnum & Mason as opposed to a British one. She made up for it with Rupert Sanderson heels, though. Read more here! Hollywood’s leading ladies team up for Ryan Murphy Beyonce, Gwyneth Paltrow, Reese Witherspoon and Cameron Diaz are teaming up to star in Ryan Murphy’s new movie musical, One Hit Wonders – lots of singing and dancing, guaranteed! Read more here! Meet AnnaSophia Robb, your new Carrie Bradshaw After months of speculation, AnnaSophia Robb has been revealed as the girl who will step into Carrie Bradshaw’s teenage Manolo Blahniks for the Sex and the City prequel The Carrie Diaries. Read more here! More fashion house musical chairs It’s been a busy week for those Dior rumours, as Christopher Kane and Haider Ackermann’s names have entered the equation, even though Bill Gaytten has been signed for six more seasons… Read more here!
Read MoreAshton Kutcher and Alessandra Ambrosio sizzle for Colcci’s autumn/winter 2012 ad campaign
Here’s your very first look at the brand new Colcci autumn/winter 2012 ad campaign, starring the very gorgeous Ashton Kutcher and Alessandra Ambrosio.
Read MoreSolange Style Edit: The Other stylish sibling
Forever mesmerised by older sister Beyonce’s otherworldly vocals, electric concerts and extravagant ninety-minute Oxford Street spending sprees, its high time we sat up and took notice of the waves younger sister Solange is making. Already a fashion frontrunner, FROW-ing at major international fashion shows and a super-successful DJ; Solange is clearly not one to live in her sister’s shadow. A frequenter on our best dressed radar; we’re not too interested in her rather impressive afro, or her sibling squabbles with mega star sister Bey over who looks the best in Louboutin’s latest offerings (yes, even super famous siblings argue!), but more her quirky take on fashion and how she always turns out looking incredibly stylish and unpredictably fresh. In honour of Solange’s delicious wardrobe and knack for pairing together the most unpredictable of fashion trends to make them look like they were meant to be, we’ve selected the best finds to achieve her style. Although, we can’t offer a superstar, mega rich sister or brother-in-law in our style edit, we can promise an enviable wardrobe that may just end up scoring you a FROW ticket. With London Fashion Week kicking off today (how convenient), you’d better get shopping, and fast! Rag & Bone Tuxedo Blazer, £389, My Theresa Joseph Indigo Leather Leggings, £675, available at My Wardrobe Diane Von Furstenberg Gelassia-Bis Sweater, £203, available at Matches Equipment DaddyEmbellished Silk Skirt, £265, available at Oxygen Boutique HAYDEN Heeled Sandals with Ankle Strap, £50, available at ASOS Hard Lace Dress, £190, available at Karen Millen Dannijo Capucine Necklace in Neon, £325, available at Oxygen Boutique Chain Print Skirt, £28, available at Topshop Pierre Hardy Medium Cotton and Canvas, £115, available at Matches
Read MoreThandie Newton steals the show in electric blue Stella McCartney
Despite only being at the London premiere of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel last night to support her husband Ol Parker, who wrote the screenplay of the film, it’s safe to say that Thandie Newton pretty much stole the show on the red carpet.
Read MoreSolange Knowles signs to Next Model Management
Beyonce isn’t the only Knowles girl the world is currently obsessed with. Queen Bey’s younger sister Solange Knowles – a musician, model and actress in her own right – has just been snapped up by Next Model Management, the same people who signed up and coming indie singer Lana Del Rey a couple of weeks ago.
Read MoreBest of 2011: best dressed celebs
It’s getting towards the end of the year and we’ve been overcome by a sudden sense of contemplativeness. While New Year might bring resolutions, diets and silly foil hats, there’s something it also brings that we’re not ashamed to love – yes, best of lists! Here at MFL we like a yearly round up just much as the next publication, but ours is, like, so much more fun because it involves clothes and celebrities. What’s not to love? We took a look through the year’s celebrity style hits to sift out the best from the average. So, fasten your seatbelt, kids, here’s our run through of this year’s best dressed… Alexa Chung in Miu Miu Looking like a grown up school girl, we loved Alexa Chung’s Miu Miu ensemble at the label’s spring/summer 2012 show in Paris earlier this year – no wonder she scooped the Style Icon Award for a second year running! Jessica Alba in Dolce & Gabbana Jessica Alba rarely puts a foot out of place and looks so pretty at a Swarovski party in California. Her lace Dolce & Gabbana dress combined with lashings of gems reminded us why we love Jess so much. Nicole Richie in Stella McCartney Kick starting us into the festive mood this year, style queen Nicole Richie wowed us in her Stella McCartney poppy red skirt and sweater combo. Known for her laid-back boho style, she gave us a ladylike look we hadn’t seen from her in a long while. Selena Gomez in Marchesa Ladies and Gentlemen, the MFL award for Best Newcomer goes to 19-year-old Selena Gomez. Wearing this angelic Marchesa dress, she somehow looked girly and feminine whilst maintaining an air of sophistication. We predict big things! Olivia Palermo in Tibi Queen of accessorising, no best dressed is complete […]
Read MoreWomen find curvy celebs sexier than slim stars
Think it’s the slim stars women are striving to look like? Think again: according to a new survey, it’s the curvy celebs women find the sexiest.
Read MoreTamara Mellon has left Jimmy Choo!
Breaking news this morning: Jimmy Choo founder Tamara Mellon has announced she will be leaving the company she has worked with – and transformed – for over 15 years, along with current chief executive Joshua Schulman.
Read MoreMary-Kate and Ashley Olsen cover Vogue’s Best Dressed Special Edition magazine
We love how Vogue’s ‘Best Dressed’ list is less list and more shiny, super-glossy special edition magazine. And who better to front it than Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, the girls who actually topped the list this year!
Read MorePics and details from the annual Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show!
We’ve been talking about it for months, speculating about who will be in and who will be out, but the time for the annual Victoria’s Secret Fashion show finally came last night – and it was bigger and better than ever!
Read MoreMeet Bianca Balti, the new L’Oreal brand ambassador
As much as we love the old favourites – Beyonce, Eva Longoria, Jennifer Lopez, Gwen Stefani, Freida Pinto and our very own Cheryl Cole to name but a few – but we can’t say we’re not excited when a new face comes into the L’Oreal family.
Read MoreMadonna to launch first ever fragrance, Truth or Dare
Hot on the heels of the announcement of a brand new clothing line, news has just landed that Her Madge-sty is set to release her first ever fragrance under the same name, Truth or Dare.
Read MoreKelly Rowland flashes a little too much leaving the X Factor studios
Kelly, Kelly, Kelly! we love you on X Factor and your overtly American turn of phrase. We also love the way you big up the Sisterhood as Beyoncé’s best friend, but we certainly don’t love this dress. Leaving the X Factor studios last night and fresh from filming the live eviction, Kelly chose to exit the building in this revealing pink dress. While we love the colour, which works wonderfully with Kelly’s skin tone, the slit opening at the front turns it from classy to cheap. It’s fine to reveal a peek of lingerie now and again, girl, but flashing nearly all of your bra is a faux pas by anybody’s standards. That being said, you do go some way to redeem yourself with those show-stopping diamond earrings and shiny superstar hairdo. You’re still our favourite judge, Kel, but in the future please leave those outlandishly revealing outfits to the contestants. [poll id=”219″]
Read MoreX Factor judges fashion: week 2
In case you’ve been living under a rock, last night was the second week of the X Factor live shows – and as tense as the first public vote was, clearly the most important factor (see what we did there?!) for us was, of course, the fashion.
Read MoreJessie J wears Julien Macdonald to MOBOs and wins FOUR out of five awards
A flock of some of the hottest names in music headed to Glasgow last night for the prestigious MOBO awards. Jessie J rocked the red carpet in a floor length lace Julien Macdonald gown, before heading inside and picking up a record four awards.
Read MoreKanye West makes his Fashion Week debut in Paris
Kanye West’s first fashion collection made its long-awaited catwalk debut during Paris Fashion Week on Saturday – but it wasn’t best received.
Read MoreTo boob boost or not to boob boost?
Looking down at my excuse-for-a-woman’s-pride of a chest, I feel particularly apologetic about my lack of wholesomeness. The very assets that are the pinnacle of womanhood; the prominent markers of motherhood – as they expand rather noticeably in size and appear as if waiting to burst – are missing from my upper torso, replaced by a mid-priced ‘boob boosting’ bra and a lame late developer excuse. I envision a sign: ‘BOOB JOB’ complete with surrounding flashing bulbs. But wait. Formerly from a legal background, where there’s a wrong, I’ll be vying to rectify it but in the case of cosmetic surgery and in particular breast augmentation, I’m a bit of a backseat taker. If presented with the opportunity, I’d ponder and pedantically deliberate over the ifs and buts and the possible side effects of having two gigantic silicone slabs stuffed into my chest area; but that’s not to say it’s a bad idea, or an aesthetically unsound one. Just like veneers to an unsightly smile or pinning back prominent ears, the confidence boost breast augmentation provides – albeit on a more intimate level – is immense. For me, gargantuan. But as with most transformations, there exists polarised preferences. Drastic cup size increases as witnessed in the form of bewildered bosom owner Chloe from TOWIE, a mismatch of botched cosmetic enhancements including a pair of recently rectified veneers, or yo-yo cosmetic surgery addict Katie Price who underwent extreme augmentation during her glamour heydays, carrying a painfully hefty 32FF pair, only to downsize to a more natural looking 32D in 2007. Enter a rather swell-looking Heidi Montag, too, after The Hills star became bosom pals with the plastic surgeon’s scalpel (pardon the pun) and decided to envision an ‘upgraded version’ of herself by taking her A cups to a 32C. But depending […]
Read MoreTop stories this week: Another Alexa Chung fashion foray, Louboutin branches out into books and more!
Lindsey Wixson was picked on for her gap tooth Models are the epitome of beauty, they walk the runway and pout in pictures to perfection. But some of their lives haven’t always been so rosy, take the stunning Lindsey Wixson (pictured above), for example. She was picked on at school for her gap tooth, the gap tooth that is now all the rage in fashion and beauty, the unique element that made her the fabulous model she is today! Read more here. Alexa Chung’s second Madwell collection is now available! We love the Chung, and despite her moaning that we copy her style (read about that here), we still admire her fashion credentials. Adding yet another collection to her portfoilio, her second for Madwell. See how Alexa celebrate the collection, and what it consists of here. Christian Louboutin is launching a book Major news for all you red-sole lovers, you can now display your love of Louboutins on your coffee table as the designer is launching a book! The self-titled book coincides with Louboutin’s 20th anniversary, and features the designers most iconic creations. Read more here. P Diddy launches women’s fragrance The most exciting news in this post isn’t that the entrepreneurial mogul is launching yet another women’s fragrance, but the face he’s chosen to front it. None other than our new girl crush Kelly Rowland. Read more here. 10 things we loved at London Fashion Week We have way too many London Fashion week posts to put here! From runway shows, to what our editor wore, to new season trends, we saw and blogged about it all! For a quick run down of your best bits, read here. House of Dereon by Beyonce launches at Selfridges First she announces her pregnancy to the world, and now she’s launched her fabulous […]
Read More15 things we love from New York Fashion Week
After a week of shows, New York Fashion Week is winding down to a close. We’ve applauded Victoria Beckham, ooh-ed and ahh-ed at Alexander Wang, gawped in awe of Oscar de la Renta’s sheer volume and spied on the FROW action – and loads of stuff in between. Not without good cause, of course – we’ve sifted out the boring bits to bring you the best stuff from the stalls. Here’s 15 things we love from New York Fashion Week’s spring/summer 2012 shows. 1. Alexander Wang’s golf club bags and pointy stingray shoes 2. Beyonce on the FROW at J. Crew and Vera Wang 3. Nichloas Kirkwood’s silver space-age shoes for Rodarte 4. Rodarte’s picture-perfect Van Gogh-inspired dresses 5. The Fanning sisters at Rodarte (sense a theme?) 6. Proportions and safari prints at Proenza Schouler 7. 3.1 Phillip Lim’s loose, pastel pants 8. Ridiculous extravagance at Oscar de la Renta 9. HARPER SEVEN BECKHAM! 10. Pastels, prints and crazy colours at DVF 11. Marc by Marc Jacobs’ clean lines 12. Nanette Lepore’s shocking neon orange dress with blue lace overlay 13. Laid-back (affordable!) luxe at Theysken’s Theory 14. Marchesa’s frothy fairy-tale creations 15. J. Crew’s heart-print dress [Images: Vogue UK, Harper’s Bazaar, Fashionista, NY Mag]
Read MoreAngelina Jolie spends £1,300 in 15 minutes at French Connection
Thought Beyonce’s 90-minute dash around Topshop was good? Try this – Angelina Jolie managed to splash £1,300 in 15 minutes at French Connection. 15 minutes! That’s, like, the amount of time it takes us to quaff a doughnut (or three) and a cup of tea.
Read MoreMTV VMAs 2011: best and worst dressed
In case you hadn’t noticed, MTV had a little awards party on Sunday. Yes, the 2011 VMAs took place over the weekend, and though it’s unlikely anyone can trump Beyonce’s baby news with something more exciting, we’re still having fun casting our eagle eye over the sartorial hits and misses today. And whether it’s Beyonce clutching her baby bump in glowing orange Lanvin, Katy Perry coming as a cake (again) or Lady Gaga dressing as a man, there’s quite the assortment. From the floor-sweeping gowns that graced the red carpet with aplomb to the what-were-you-thinking disasters that filled us with dread, take a look at our pick of the best and worst dressed from Sunday night’s ceremony (and yes, this does come with a warning). Best Beyonce in Lanvin Selena Gomez in Julien Macdonald Kelly Rowland in Falguni & Shane Zoe Saldana in Barbara Bui Adele in Barbara Tfank Worst Nicki Minaj in Gareth Pugh Lady Gaga in Dior Homme Katy Perry in Atelier Versace Kim Kardashian in KaufmanFranco Britney Spears in Moschino
Read MoreHollywood latches onto Kate Middleton’s love affair with the high street
If it’s good enough for Kate Middleton, it’s good enough for Hollywood. Kate may be a serial sartorial offender, recycling her outfits and championing the high street when she’s the future queen; it now appears Hollywood’s top girls want in on the action, too. Succumbing to the high street bargain bait, Zoe Saldana, Emmy Rossum and Amanda Seyfried were all spotted sporting a striped $50 dress by Express. The nautical-inspired thigh-skimming dress seems a perfect companion for the scorching temperatures those across the pond are luckily basking in, and seeing Hollywood’s elite heralding the high street good enough is refreshing. Beyonce’s recent Topshop splurge – £5,000 in under an hour, if we’re talking figures – speaks volumes about the faith the showbiz elite has in the humble high street retailer. It isn’t feasible for a mere aspiring mortal to even begin to dream about owning 25 pairs of Louboutin heels – another wallet-emptying goodwill gesture from Beyonce, for younger sister Solange – but turning the page of a magazine, or surfing the internet to see high-profilers in ‘normal’ clothes we all have access to is positive – both personally and economically. Kate Middleton has played a huge part in bringing to the fore, esteemed high street brands Zara and Reiss. Seeing Kate in high street wares has allowed women to view the said high street stores with a new perspective: suddenly, a dress from Zara is good enough to wear to a wedding. The Something Borrowed star, Ginnifer Goodwin, delivered a solid seal of high street approval, when she wore a custom Topshop Unique green silk twist front gown to the 2011 Met Gala – the fashion calendar’s most coveted event. All Hail the high street. Need we say more?
Read MoreBeachwear for your body shape: Pear
So we’ve covered the apple and rectangle body shapes. Now on to the pear. Pear-shaped girls should try and draw attention to their top half. Bikinis with plain bottoms and patterned tops are ideal. It may be worth buying bikini tops and bottoms separately if you unable to find a set. Alternatively, asymmetric swimming costumes work well to draw attention away from bottom halves and draw the eye upwards. Here are our top picks… 1. Adidas by Stella McCartney Palm Print Bikini, £70 £45, available at Mytheresa. 2. Bossamare One-shoulder Swimsuit, £113 £56, available at My-wardrobe. 3. Vibrant sarongs and breezy beach-wrap skirts can also be a pear-shaped girl’s best friend. Beyonce and Kim Kardashian never hits the beach without theirs! Diane Von Furstenberg Sarong, £216 £108, available at Matches.
Read MoreTom Ford joins the London Fashion Week schedule!
Yesterday, when the provisional London Fashion Week schedule rolled in from the BFC, we noticed one knew name who hadn’t been there before – yes, it was Tom Ford, and yes, he is showing at LFW this September!
Read MoreLove or Hate: Ashish tartan sequin jacket with wool fringing
Ashish definitely has a thing for sequins, that’s for sure. With more sparkle than Shirley Bassey on her birthday, his designs are made for party girls who want something a bit different in their wardrobes.
Read MoreBest dressed: Glastonbury 2011
So last weekend saw England’s biggest music festival pay host to Beyonce, Bono and an oversized dose of British rain, and in between Barbours and mud splashes, our favourite A-listers were braving the bogs.
Read MoreKate Moss has been banned from Glastonbury
As Glastonbury festival official gets underway today, many festival-goers will be braving the muddy fields to see the likes of U2, Coldplay and Beyonce perform live on the main stage – all except Kate Moss, that is.
Read MoreWeekly round-up
Find out why Giles, Craig Lawrence and Nicola Formichetti have teamed up with SHOWstudio, what Beyonce thinks about her life in fashion, and what the latest scented nail varnishes smell like… Browse 130 ways to get dressed for warmer weather – The Cut Have a laugh at this week’s worst dressed celebrities – SkyShowbiz Read how Beyonce uses fashion to mould her alter ego, Sasha Fierce – Telegraph See how cocktail scented nail varnish is the latest beauty craze – Refinery29 And finally, check out how Giles, Craig Lawrence and Mugler’s Nicola Formichetti have teamed up with SHOWstudio to offer their take on the iconic tuxedo – Vogue UK
Read MoreFirst look: Solange Knowles for Rimmel London
Beyonce and her girls may be running the world, but her sister, Solange, is leading London’s beauty pack – the second most famous Knowles sibling has just been signed as the new face of Rimmel London.
Read MoreGlamour Women of the Year Awards 2011: best dressed
There’s been a lot of girl bashing in the Daily Mail media recently, but one award ceremony highlights the achievements of women from all walks of stardom – film, TV, theatre, sport, music, business, literature and, of course fashion: The Glamour Women of the Year Awards.
Read MoreLove or Hate: YSL leather Tribtoo pumps
In the female population’s never-ending quest for the perfect high heel, few can confidently say they have found their dream shoe. This means we spend years traipsing around the high street, and even dabble into designer, in search of that elusive footwear. They have to possess the wow factor, combined with unparalleled comfort and vertiginous height. But a big A list following? Even better.
Read MoreLunchtime buy: Juicy Couture cocktail ring
We’d love someone to put a ring on it a la Beyonce, but in the absence of any eligible bachelors, bar Prince Harry, we’ll just have to settle with lusting over a royally ravishing ring. And if that’s the case, we want to choose the brightest bling on offer. This Juicy Couture ring is a stunning cocktail piece that’s sure to get as many oohs and ahhs as Kate Middleton’s did (well, ok, maybe one less). But this ring sure has some sparkle power with a fabulously huge faceted yellow stone at it’s core and a delicate diamanté trim. Team it with a silky gown and strappy sandals for evening glamour, or wear it to add amp to simple daytime staples – either way, we guarantee all eyes will be on you. Juicy Couture cocktail ring, £75, available from ASOS. BUY NOW!
Read MoreMet Ball 2011: best dressed
We’ve just about recovered from the excitement of the Royal wedding with its vast array of stylish guests and, of course, Kate Middleton’s breathtakingly beautiful McQueen gown – but the weekend hit us with more star-studded events as the Met Costume Institute Gala landed in New York last night. The Met Ball brings the best of the fashion, film and music industry together for a night of fabulous fashion and exhibitions, and this year’s gala was hosted by none other than Vogue editor Anna Wintour, who honoured the late Alexander McQueen with an exhibition called Savage Beauty. Naturally, the prestigious event is harder to get into than Wonka’s chocolate factory, so we’ve cast our sartorial eye over the fashion elite who bagged a Golden Ticket and strutted their stylish stuff on the red carpet. Here’s our top 10 best dressed from last night’s Met Ball… Ashley Green She may play a vampire in Twilight, but Ashley Green managed to look positively angelic in a custom Donna Karen strapless gown. The nude voluminous tulle was adorned with silver sequins that trailed into a wedding-like train. Teamed with a sleek up-do and touches of sparkle in her ears, clutch and cuff, she looked positively radiant. Jessica Alba Always one to look utterly fabulous on the red carpet, Jessica Alba didn’t disappoint at last night’s Met Ball dressed in a custom Ralph Lauren platinum strapless bustier gown covered in a sparkly crystal-encrusted overlay that highlighted her growing baby bump. Blake Lively Being the face of Chanel has been a dream come true for this Gossip Girl starlet, and last night she was joined by Mr Karl Lagerfield himself. Naturally, Blake opted for Chanel couture by means of a nude embellished dress covered by silver-lilac a chiffon sash to flaunt her fabulous figure too much. Beyoncé […]
Read MoreFashion Rocks launches ready-to-wear store in Sheffield
As of this Thursday March 31st, Fashion Rocks is launching a ready-to-wear store called FR in Meadowhall Shopping Centre in Sheffield, where designers such as D&G, Armani, See by Chloe and McQ will all be showcased. The shop is also set to feature a video wall which will display previous Fashion Rocks events featuring the likes of Beyonce, Mariah Carey and Robbie Williams – alongside touch-screen stations where customers can shop exclusively online, reports Vogue UK. Fashion Rocks is notorious for its glamorous events and successfully bringing together two of our biggest loves: fashion and music. So what are you waiting for? We suggest heading down to Sheffield pretty sharpish!
Read MoreLunchtime buy: Wildfox ‘I Love Paris’ T-shirt
Celebrities have for a long time have deemed slogan tees the easiest way to get their message across, and the best do it with Wildfox. You may already be aware of Wildfox’s cheeky and playful designs, worn by the likes of Beyonce, Megan Fox, Cheryl Cole and an endless list is endless of stars, but it’s time to adopt the attitude yourself. As Paris Fashion Week kicks off today, why not say what’s on everybodys mind with this white ‘I love Paris’ tee? Comfortable yet cool, throw it on with tuxedo trousers and heels for an original evening look and wear with denim shorts when the weather warms up. Go on, make like the stars and say it with a slogan. Wildfox ‘I love Paris’ T-shirt, £58, available at Matches. BUY NOW!
Read MoreLunchtime buy: David Koma for Topshop halter dress
A few years ago on the X Factor, Cheryl Cole wore a very unusual dress with metal-pipe detailing by new designer David Koma and it made front page news. A few weeks later Beyonce wore his dress to collect a few MTV awards. Since then, he’s become one of London’s hottest tickets, and now, luckily for us, we can have a piece of that attention-grabbing style via his collaboration with Topshop. Amongst four others, Koma has cleverly recreated the dress that first shot him to fame but in a far more wearable way – a simple black bodycon halter dress with statement metal piping. It’s not cheap – at £350 you’ll have to be feeling flush – but every girl needs a staple sexy LBD in their wardrobe. Another hotly-anticipated collaboration from Topshop, it’s bound to sell-out fast – go now before it’s too late! David Koma for Topshop Black Tube Dress, £350, available at Topshop. BUY NOW!
Read MoreGucci and Roc Nation host private pre-Grammy brunch
On Saturday, industry giants Gucci and Roc Nation hosted a pre-Grammy brunch at the private members club in Soho House West Hollywood – all in a day’s work to celebrate the 2011 Grammy Awards.
Read MoreDavid Koma designs for Topshop
You know when Topshop seals the deal with yet another designer collaboration it’s going to be an absolute corker, and their latest coup, the young, fresh and talented David Koma, is no exception. The collection, due to hit stores in a few weeks, reflects Koma’s signature structured designs, and inspired by the metal sculptures of William Pye, a technically-crafted cylindrical silver trimmed body-con dress accompanied by a backless metal tube waist belt are just a taster of what’s to come. “David epitomises the directional but feminine look that appeals to our Topshop girl,” the store’s senior buying director, Rachel Proud, tells Vogue UK. “It was important for the collection to stay true to the luxe element of his work, and to do this we needed to use premium fabrics and his signature shapes and metalwork. Fans of David’s work will not be disappointed.” The Central Saint Martins graduate got his first stylistic recognition after having won the college’s Best Womenswear Collection in 2007, followed by the Fashion Scout Merit Award and, this season, receiving NEWGEN sponsorship; it looks like Toppers are onto a winner again. ”Topshop signifies youth and modernity and its spirit evokes ‘cool London,’” says Koma. “It was really exciting to work with the Topshop team as I felt they understood me as a designer and appreciated my need to make a high quality product without compromising the design aesthetic, quality of fabric or finishing. They helped make my vision a reality and I’m thrilled with the result.” But if you want to grab a slick slice of Koma we suggest getting your skates on – the collection consists of five unique pieces, with just thirty of each available in stores and online.
Read MoreAW11 NEWGEN winners revealed
We’ve not even reached spring yet but the names of London’s most esteemed young designers who’ll receive next season’s NEWGEN sponsorship for AW11 have already been unveiled – and thanks to the BFC we can reveal which bright young things will be supported by the scheme at February’s fashion week.
Read MoreWeekly Round-up
Kate Middleton’s sheer student dress shoots up in value, 12 gowns from Elie Saab go into exhibition , and who’s the next fashion heavyweight rumoured to team up with H&M?… The dress that made Prince William fall for Kate – well it was see-through – has shot up in value: from £30 when a student Ms. Middleton wore it to an estimated £100,000 when she becomes Queen – FabSugar Bryan Adams – yes, the Bryan-I Do It For You-Adams – has turned his hand to photography for Calvin Klein (and charity) – Vogue UK Do these dresses look familiar? Harrods is holding an exhibition of 12 iconic Elie Saab couture gowns worn by the likes of Beyonce, Diane Kruger and Halle Berry – Telegraph Marc Jacobs goes shiny without going patent on his MJ satchel – Purseblog Hold on to your high street horses – Tom Ford is rumoured to be the next fashion heavyweight to create a collection for H&M – Elle UK
Read MoreLady Gaga is launching a perfume!
So remember a while ago when rumours were rife that one certain Lady Gaga was launching a perfume, only to be quashed a few days later by Coty who said no such thing was happening? Well it is! And it’s with Coty! They’re such devils. Stephan Mormoris, senior vice president of global marketing at Coty (who hold the license to any worthy celebrity fragrance), has done one big fat full circle this morning after announcing that Lady Gaga has signed a long-term contract with the company to create fragrances under her name. According to WWD the agreement between the pair was finalised last week, and the first scent is set to roll out in time for spring 2012, though there’s no news on what it’ll smell like or quite how extravagant the bottle will be. What is clear, however, is just how pleased Coty is with its new coup, describing her as a “phenomenon” and a “fascinating cultural force” who can electrify the market – or make them a one huge wad of cash, in other words. We’re eagerly awaiting the first sneak peeks of the fragrance’s design – let’s hope it’s more leather and lace and less, er, meat.
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Big fashion houses love to mix things up a bit, don’t they? Particularly with their choice of designers. Well, if the news we’ve just heard is true, it seems Gareth Pugh may be doing a little hop skip and jump over to well-designed doors of Thierry Mugler.
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It’s celebrations all round this morning – the British Fashion Council have just announced which London-based designers will be receiving next season’s highly coveted NEWGEN sponsorship to show at September’s London Fashion Week.
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