In honour of Kane’s fantastic decision to partner up with Beth Ditto for this year’s Fashion Rocks, I thought I’d start of this weeks festivities with The Gossip’s, Standing in the way of Control.
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Wandering Banquets
Apologies for the lack of updates yesterday. I took a long weekend and spent some much needed time with family. Thought I’d start off this week’s postings with the picture below of this amazing 18th century inspired corset gown taken at Collective , a showcase of some of London’s design talent (more about this coming later). Designed by Wandering banquets, the gown was worn by the waitresses who managed to craftily manoeuvre their way round the room serving food from the four embedded pocket holes. Skill and creativity at its finest!
Read MoreCalling all vintage lovers!
I wouldn’t have pegged Angelina Jolie as a vintage lover but funnily enough vintage boutique Orsini, has a fan in the actress. Located just off High Street Kensington, Orsini is filled with selected one-off gems from Chanel, Dior and more. Best of all purchases can be altered on site to ensure a perfect fit. The boutique is wonderfully inviting with scented candles that create a warm and relaxed atmosphere. If you’re a self confessed vintage princess its a must that you check it out! Orsini, 76 Earls Court Road, London W8 6EQ. Opening times 7 days a week 12 noon , 6pm, or by appointment. Tel: 0207 937 2903
Read MoreGlamorous Giveaway!
Psst….if you missed our most recent giveaway for a pair of exquisite 1/4 Carat 3 Stone Diamond 14K White Gold Leverback Earrings, $250 don’t fret! You’ve got just over a week to get your entry in. For your chance to win just enter your details here. All entrants receive an exclusive 20% discount off any purchase. The sweep closes on June 25th and the winning entry will be announced once chosen. Once again thanks to ice.com for the great giveaway!
Read MoreGharani Strok Sample Sale
What: Gharani Strok Clearance Sample Sale Where: Gharani Strok, Block B, Unit 3c, (3rd Floor), Long Island House, Warple Way (Corner of Valetta Road) London W3 ORG When: Wednesday 30 May to Friday 8 June (excluding weekends) 9.30am to 7pm
Read MoreJanet Reger Sample Sale
So you’ve spent all your time and energy focusing on what’s on the outside and to the detriment of your lingerie collection, you’ve forgotten to take of underneath. Don’t stress. Janet Reger will be holding a sample sale from the 4-11th June 2007! Times: Daily from 10am until 6pm, including weekends Location: Janet Reger showroom at 138 Brompton Road, London SW3 1HY
Read MoreRevitalise your skin: Dove SkinVitaliser
Oh how I love a new gadget and this latest one – the Dove SkinVitaliser looked particularly exciting! Something that exfoliates away all those pesky loose skin cells, removes your make-up, and has all the softening skincare history of Dove – perfect. It’s a departure from the standard grainy products found on so many of our bathroom shelves that more often than not are too harsh, the grains are too sparse, or they’re just designed to smell nice and look good more than anything else. This one is battery operated and designed for everyday use….don’t let your imaginations get into overdrive here ladies…..
Read MoreDove SkinVitaliser
Oh how I love a new gadget and this latest one – the Dove SkinVitaliser looked particularly exciting! Something that exfoliates away all those pesky loose skin cells, removes your make-up, and has all the softening skincare history of Dove – perfect. It’s a departure from the standard grainy products found on so many of our bathroom shelves that more often than not are too harsh, the grains are too sparse, or they’re just designed to smell nice and look good more than anything else. This one is battery operated and designed for everyday use….don’t let your imaginations get into overdrive here ladies…..
Read MoreLondon Milan 2007: The Dual City Summer Sessions
London: Monday 2 July to Thursday 12 July 2007 Milan: Tuesday 17 July to Friday 27 July 2007 Students, new designers and professionals from around the world are once again invited to enrol onto the London Milan Summer Sessions for four weeks of design tuition and experimentation in world-renowned institutions. Now in its second year this unique collaboration between Central Saint Martins in London, Domus Academy and NABA in Milan enables students to study in two of Europe most inspiring cities taking complementary courses in the field of Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design or Product Design. Last year nearly 150 students from 37 different countries joined the sessions. For more info visit london-milan-courses.com
Read MoreAll in a day’s work….
If you’ve been cut off from civilization for a week you’d be forgiven for thinking that the image above is of supermodel Naomi Campbell attending a premiere or a high profile event of some sort. It is in fact Naomi leaving New York’s Department of Sanitation after completing her five days of community service for throwing a mobile phone at her former housekeeper. Naomi, looking stunning in a metallic Dolce and Gabbana gown with stilettos, strutted her way into a silver Rolls Royce –while a fellow colleague also on community service – carried her bag, and took off to Elton John’s star studded 60th birthday party as photographers frantically snapped away. This spectacle rounded off five days of Naomi flaunting stylish outfits coupled with the best accessories around….but make no mistake her glam appearance was more than just displays of narcissism. She was photographed every day by renowned photographer Steven Klein and the images will serve as the basis of a further fashion shoot for W magazine in which a 20-page feature of Naomi rumoured to be clad in cleaning gear will run in its July issue. In addition the diva will be revealing all about her experience when she edits GQ in April. And if you’re inclined to think “What a mockery! well Naomi would like you to know that she’ll be auctioning off the work clothes which she wore inside the building and money made from the sale will go to the Nelson Mandela’s children’s charity. It’s a shame she won’t be donating all the cash she’s made from the experience too…. [Image:Think2wice]
Read MoreFragrances: The Olsen Tweens
Mini moguls and queens of the tweens, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen have packed a lot into 20 years, achieving more success than most of us would hope to see in a lifetime. This week they were named the highest earning stars under the age of 21, beating Daniel Radcliffe of Harry Potter fame and Lindsay Lohan of, well, we’re not sure really. Of course it’s the paparazzi photos of the twins’ perfectly dishevelled hair and artfully mismatched designer accessories that seems to have got them noticed on this side of the pond – but personal style is not all they’ve been turning their hand to of late.
Read MoreThe Olsen Tweens
Mini moguls and queens of the tweens, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen have packed a lot into 20 years, achieving more success than most of us would hope to see in a lifetime. This week they were named the highest earning stars under the age of 21, beating Daniel Radcliffe of Harry Potter fame and Lindsay Lohan of, well, we’re not sure really. Of course it’s the paparazzi photos of the twins’ perfectly dishevelled hair and artfully mismatched designer accessories that seems to have got them noticed on this side of the pond – but personal style is not all they’ve been turning their hand to of late.
Read MoreWhere to find?
I’ve received a query from a reader in search of the dress below and I’d be very grateful if anyone could help out on this one. If you have any idea whom the designer is and possibly where the dress is stocked please leave a note in the comments section. Thanks! Hello, I am an avid reader of your site and I was hoping that you may be able to help me to find a dress that I have seen on a celebrity 5 weeks ago. It is a black and white floral that looks like a wrap, but may be tied in front from the back. Hard to explain, It is 3/4 sleeve which is has the same pattern of the dress but is sheer. The hemline, which goes to the mid calf, has an interesting black lace trim. I can send a photo if you can help. Thank you Anna
Read MoreMaking his Marc
Style god Marc Jacobs brought the New York fashion elite to London last week when the opening of his Mount Street store coincided with his Marc by Marc Jacobs show at Claridges on Friday. Both events were fabulously cool and star-studded, and the Champagne flowed late into the night at The Connaught hotel, but now the hangovers have subsided it’s time to focus on the real matter at hand: The contents of Jacobs’ Mayfair boutique. The multicoloured flower-filled windows, reminiscent of Notting Hill Carnival floats promise something special within , and the interior don’t disappoint. The Stephen Jaklitsch-designed space is furnished with cool Christian Liagre furniture, and stocks all collections from menswear and kids to the top-end Marc Jacobs line. Handbags like the Speedy and Venetia will have fashionistas in a frenzy, whilst less affluent Marc fans can stock up on pieces exclusive to the store such as a quirky London taxi-print tee (£11) and two-tone wellies (£19) that will have us looking forward to rainy days , though don’t let these prices fool you into a false sense of security. A dress can still set you back a cool £1000 and more, so channelling Jacobs’ muse Sofia Coppola will have to be left to the real Mayfair ladies-who-lunch brigade. [Images:Vogue]
Read MoreInterplanetary Galactic Style
Manish Arora is a genius and don’t let anybody tell you different! Yesterday evening the catwalk shone with one of the most extravagant collections of the week so far. It was a complete colour fest from the wigs to the face paint! Black PVC tights were paired with most of the pieces in the collection which consisted of a large selection of various dress styles accompanied with jackets which took inspiration from the 1960’s and 70’s. Each piece was embellished with intricate designs that unashamedly clashed in colour. The show had reached its pinnacle when everyone gasped as the final model stepped to the centre of the catwalk in a triangular hooded jacket…..the best was truly saved for last!
Read MoreGet organised…
You must know the drill…your mobile is ringing, it’s at the bottom of your bag, you frantically search for it amidst all the junk until you’re whipped into a mad frenzy and resort to chucking everything out! Finally managing to find the damn phone, you hit the answer button and the caller drops. This happens to me at least twice a week and if it’s never happened to you, welcome to my world! That’s why I love the genius of The Sophia from Alexandra Bee handbags. The interior is cleverly separated into individual pockets to hold all your gadgets, keys, wallet etc. The only disadvantage for me is that I walk around with at least 2 magazines and a notepad so not sure how that would work. But I do love it and it’s got to be the bag to organise the most disorganised. Made from Italian calfskin leather and available in two sizes small (approx. £205 / $345) or large (approx. £229 / $409) this bag not only comes in six different shades but nine designer fabrics too.
Read MoreContemplating Couture – Spring 2007 highlights
Over the past week we have seen some of the most exceptional designers of our generation allow their creative imaginations to run wild in honour of the very privileged few that can afford to spend on them – yes, it’s been Paris couture week, the most glamorous of them all, and I’ve had the lucky task of rounding up our favourite moments and creations for you. Our top three shows were Christian Dior, Armani Prive and Christian Lacroix, and here’s why: John Galliano for Christian Dior took a trip to 1920s Kyoto with a parade of red-lipped geishas gliding along in towering platform wedges and impossibly figure hugging skirts. The overall look was almost painterly with shades of cherry-blossom pink, oriental jade and a black that could have come directly from an ink pot , feminine and unashamedly sexy.
Read MoreThe “M” is coming….
This season has got to be the most overloaded in terms of high street collaborations, it feels like I’m constantly writing about one partnership or another and yet I’ve never purchased an item from any of them. I’ve never done the whole queuing for ages outside a store or getting on to e-bay to purchase left over stock. Neither have I made a purchase from a celebrity label, but that’s just because I’m irrationally snobbish about celebrity lines. I wonder if I’m one of the minority or the majority. Having said that if – that’s a big IF because it’s unlikely to ever happen – Johnny Depp teamed up with a high street retailer I’d be there sleeping outside the store a week before launch date. Just kidding….I’d only do that for the master that is Galliano! Anyway….back to the matter at hand…the first of the pictures from the campaign -shot by Steven Klein – for Madonna’s new line for H&M, “M” by Madonna has surfaced. What do guys think? For me it hasn’t exceeded my expectations, because I had none, but it isn’t disappointing either. I like the futuristic feel of the shot and the glasses aren’t too bad at all. [Image:Dlisted]
Read MoreGoddess of the Dawn
How much do I love the internet? Too much! Couture week officially began this morning with the presentation of Elie Saab’s collection “Goddess of the Dawn and already some of the pictures from the show have surfaced. The Godfather of bling displayed shimmering gowns, perfect for an award winning starlet and which were stunning to say the least. However there were some pieces which I just found a bit too tacky and personally I think they were better suited or should I say would have been at home at a collection from Versace (see below)
Read MoreThe Stylists Code
I’m a hoarder. I buy loads of magazines every month, flick through, then read them back to back a couple of months later and NEVER throw any away. Which is why I just read L’Wren’s Scott’s interview with Vogue back in November, only last weekend. Scott is so private that the interview lacked personality but she did manage to get in a couple of subtle jibes at Rachel Zoe, although of course she mentioned no names. Her main gripes were stylists who talk about their celebrity clients, style their clients in their image and who get ahead because of whom they know. On one hand she has a point; she holds the old school mentality or rather the stylists’ code of conduct that one should not outshine one’s clients, one which Zoe shows no knowledge of. But when it comes to Zoe I do sit on the fence, mainly because at a time when the lines are so blurred and you have celebrities becoming designers, and vice versa, the old school rules aren’t completely applicable anymore, and I can’t seem to fault her for taking advantage of the blur. Yes her tactics are tacky, and her work is not revolutionary – although she single-handedly spawned her own trend in 2006- but Zoe is a business woman and with all the projects she’s working on, you have to hand it to her, she’s also a hard worker whom I believe is a stylist that is a product of today’s society that says to get any recognition for your work you need to style a celebrity, you need publicity, you need to be known! (Image:Style.com)
Read MoreNewStyle for the New year
A massive thanks to friend of the site and freelance fashion journalist Kirsten Hanssen for giving My Fashion Life some love in her column for Netherlands fashion trade mag Newstyle – on sale today – Kirsten’s also been kind enough to provide a translation too, see below….. Published in the quarterly fashion trade magazine NewStyle #1 2007 (12th of Jan.) Fashion Life My Fashion Life from London can be best described as a mix of a weblog and an online magazine. Opinions are given in easy-to-read articles about the latest ongoing movements in the fashion business. But at My Fashion Life you will also find interesting interviews and background stories. What I like the most about My Fashion Life is that it focuses on talent rather than trends. The portal is a sort of database for everyone, professional or consumer, who has an interest in fashion. One thing: take some time out for My Fashion Life, because the site contains enough information and useful links to spend a weekend with!
Read MoreShopping resources
The internet is becoming so dangerously distracting; it’s difficult not to let yourself get lost for hours jumping from one site to the next. Two sites which have managed to find their way to our internet browsers this week are Fashmatch and thisnext. Both based on the concept of sharing, fashmatch allows users to create looks, save and share with other community members, while thisnext introduces the idea of “shopcasting, (creating lists of your shopping recommendations and uploading pictures for all to see). Both are surprisingly addictive!
Read MoreCoutorture it!
Julie Fredrickson and Phil Leif over at Coutorture.net launched this week a new section to the site, Coutorture It. A social fashion news service, and the first of its kind for fashion, the service allows readers to submit and vote for their fave fashion stories. Submissions can come from any source, be it online mags, websites, blogs and forums. As more users start submitting and voting it should become a very valuable source of info!
Read MoreLevi & Kurt Geiger’s premium golden project…
Last week I managed to get down to the opening of the new Kurt Geiger flagship store on Regent Street, London along with the launch of their collaboration with Levis to create a limited edition line of 100 handmade retro gold running style shoes. More of a collector’s item rather than a wearable shoe, pictures really do it no justice. The shoe is well made and extremely detailed with the Levis trademark stitching in the sole unit of each shoe. The store itself was spacious and filled with gorgeous shoes see more pics below…
Read MoreGrab Your Diary: Roland Mouret’s Gap launch
Unveiling his new collection for Gap earlier this week, Roland Mouret demonstrated his ability to appeal to the mass market. His designs for the high street store maintained the simplicity which Gap is known for while adapting to the slouchy and baggy trend dominating this autumn/winter. However while the collection will appeal to most one can’t help but feel a little disappointed, rather than adding something new to the high street, he’s played it relatively safe and reproduced existing styles. To celebrate the launch of the collection, Grazia magazine will be holding an exclusive shopping evening at Gap on Thursday, November 9 at 6pm. The champagne fuelled evening will consist of a private audience with Mouret, a chance to purchase pieces from the collection, with a pre-booked stylist if you wish, as well as listen to style talks from the fashion editors at Grazia. Tickets are £10 from aloud.com
Read MoreMonday to Friday
Monday to Friday tees are the answer to what to throw on in the mornings, the lazy man’s (and woman’s) uniform. Super-comfy, instant fashion, every working day of the week. Just say ‘no’ to crippling clothing indecision, get yourself some of these puppies, lay back and hit your snooze button. Twice. [mondaytofriday]
Read MoreDrapers enters the blogosphere
Great news! Drapers has launched its very own blog. Just started yesterday along with a weekly e-newsletter (Drapers Fashion fix). Edited by Drapers Fashion Editor Khabi Mirza both the blog and newsletter cater mostly to fashion retailers, and all content is free… Finally the bigger names in the industry are beginning to understand the importance of blogs!
Read MoreAngeline Tournier
“I want to make shoes that are beautifully designed and finely made, but without an over the top price tag” If your feet are on the larger side, then you’ll know a thing or two about the difficulty in not only finding your shoe size (especially in the sales) let alone actually finding cute shoes which don’t look gigantic. Well lawyer turned footwear designer Angeline Tournier can relate and as a result of her frustrations set up Angeline Tournier London, specialising in designing and manufacturing footwear ranging from sizes EU36 right up to EU44 and which look great on big feet as well as small. Paris department store, Le Bon Marche exclusively bought Angeline’s debut collection and she’s just recently released her spring/summer 2006 collection…. What do you enjoy the most about your job? Four things 1) Working for myself, 2) fulfilling a lifelong dream to create shoes available in larger sizes, 3) being creative, 4) no longer being stuck in an over-air-conditioned office, wearing “formal” clothes and spending my time analysing and sorting out other people’s legal problems, and doing a job with little creative outlet. And like the least? Working for myself means I never get “time off”, I tend to work longer hours than before and I can not “get away” from work, even on week-ends and holidays. Can you tell us a bit about the design process involved in shoe design? The design process takes place over a number of months. I kind of visualise shoes or boots I’d like to wear myself, I sketch my initial ideas, sometimes I get inspiration from a trim off an item of clothing, a type of leather I see at a leather trade show or other totally unrelated topic. A few weeks before I need to submit my drawings […]
Read MoreLindsay bags Louis Vuitton
According to US Weekly, Lindsay Lohan could be the new face of Louis Vuitton’s autumn/winter collection, if so she’ll be replacing Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bundchen. ApparentlyLindsay was personally asked by head designer Marc Jacobs and she promptly accepted. The deal should at least ease her disappointment at losing out as the face of Chanel to Keira Knightley…..
Read MoreHelena holds exhibition
“In modelling, there is no point in trying to prove you have a brain, so why even bother. I’d sooner save the energy for something more meaningful.” -Helena Christensen Model turned photographer Helen Christensen, will be holding her first French photographic exhibition during Paris Couture week (23rd , 25th Jan) in the first floor gallery at Colette. [vogue.com]
Read MoreBeverly Peele charged with ID theft
30 yr old fashion model Beverly Peele has been arrested and charged with ID theft. Once nicknamed “Baby Naomi Beverly allegedly found a wallet in a supermarket, copied down the credit card numbers, returned the wallet to its owner and took herself on a spending spree purchasing $10,000 worth of goods for her home. She’s due to appear in court this week. [chron.com]
Read MoreLove, Angel, Music “baby”
According to Us Weekly Holla back girl Gwen Stefani is pregnant. Gwen and her hubby rocker Gavin Rossdale are expecting their first baby together, due in June. This is Rossdale’s second child after being exposed last year as the father to Pearl Lowe’s 16yr old daughter Daisy Lowe. We are delighted,” Us Weekly quotes Rossdale’s father, Douglas, as saying. Stefani’s mother, Patti, also reportedly confirmed the pregnancy to the magazine. [Yahoo]
Read MoreKate gets job at Longchamp
Kate Moss has bagged herself another job, and will be the new face of luxury French label Longchamp’s spring/summer 2006 and autumn/winter 2006-7 ad campaigns. The shoot took place in New York last week and managing director of Longchamp Jean Cassegrain announced the decision and said of Kate: “Despite her personal issues which have been extensively covered in the press, Kate remains by far the most famous and the most admired model in the world. “She continues to be on the cover of the most respected fashion magazines and she has become an icon of our time.”
Read MoreCatwalk City
Full Name: Alistair Allan Occupation: Photographer and Designer for Bureau Conform The concept behind Catwalk City is great! We are so consumed by what celebrities’ wear that we forget to appreciate the fashion we see on a daily basis…what motivated you to start Catwalk City? Well, I know quite a few designers and a lot of their inspiration comes from people on the street, so I figured why not cut out the middle man and showcase the people that are influencing the designers. Do you photograph street fashion only in London and if so will you be branching out to other cities? I work primarily in London but I will be shooting in a few other cities in the coming months I have to work in Tokyo in November so I’ll get out onto the streets there and then I’m off to Cape Town a few weeks after that so you’ll get to see some fashion from there too. I am hoping to branch out into other cities in the future, but it will take a while to find the right photographers. How would you describe your style? That’s a tough one… a bit of a subtle hoxton-electro mix… you know the type, a bit of vintage and some H&M thrown in for good measure. Who is your favourite designer? I can’t pick one, because it changes on a daily basis… So at the moment I really like what Imitation Of Christ are doing and Basso Brooke for innovation, and Acne Jeans! Where do you like to shop? Urban Outfitters, the Illustrated People concession in TopMan, H&M (can’t beat a bargain!), Rokit and Ebay. On the odd occasion kokon to zai. A lot of designers still don’t have websites and don’t see the need, however the use of the internet […]
Read MoreArmando Cabral
Name: Armando Cabral Age: 23 Occupation: Model How and when were you discovered? It all started in 2001, when my older sister asked me if I wanted to go with her to her agency, in Portugal. I said “yes” lets go! When we got there, my sister introduced me to the board as her younger brother Armando, and one of them said you could be a model. I was really happy and I answered very shy, “I don’t know”. She said I will take a Polaroid of you and the next day they called, I went back, and they signed me straight away. I took a modelling course for a couple of weeks, which I thought was a waste of time, but now I don’t regret it at all. What was your first job? My first job was a catwalk show, I was very nervous and I remember at the time I was a very shy guy, but at the same time I was very happy knowing I was about to do something I enjoyed. It was actually a very good show, I was nervous during my first entrance, calm on my second, then I relaxed and it all went well. Which do you prefer catwalk shows or photo shoots? I like photo shoots as well as catwalk, but I personally prefer catwalk, because it’s much more exciting, knowing that a lot of people come out just to see you in nice clothes looking good, you know… And you get to meet a lot of important people who come and compliment you….it’s nice. But the best part of shows are the after parties! What 3 things couldn’t you live without? I have some many things that are important to me in my life that I couldn’t live without, but if […]
Read MorePure Bucks the Trend of Retail Gloom with Buoyant Sales Reported
The high street’s climate of caution failed to take hold at Pure this week, as exhibitors at the Emap-owned show reported a confident and buoyant mood among buyers. Many of the 800 brands who showcased their S/S ’06 collections at the Olympia venue experienced an increase in business on previous seasons. Now in its eighth year Pure is the UK’s largest fashion and accessories event attracting high calibre buyers, with visitor figures increasing by 6% despite reports of a retail downturn. As Simon Rappley from Mint says; “Even at 4.50pm on the last day we’ve just taken another new order. It’s been a really strong show and people have had a Dunkirk spirit; we won’t be beaten by the reports of doom and gloom.”
Read MoreHeidi Klum lovin it
This is a bit of an odd story, only earlier this week Heidi Klum was quoted by contactmusic.com as saying that she feeds her 14 month old daughter Leni off her own plate as her food is more nutritious than canned baby food. However Heidi is now one in the recent line of celebrities that fast food chain McDonalds has enlisted to promote the “I’m lovin it” slogan. If she’s anything like Cindy Crawford who claims she cant touch the stuff, then we doubt the supermodel has actually tasted a hamburger in quite a while.
Read MoreJude boosts Sienna’s career
Nowadays your’e only as talented as the amount of press you get whether good or bad, and Sienna Miller can vouch for this. The actress has been one of the most talked about celebrities in the past weeks and as a result has managed to land two roles in two major Hollywood movies. After being turned down for the part in Factory Girl as drug addict Edie Sedgwick, for not being famous enough in America, movie bosses have now changed their minds since reports of Jude’s cheating were all over the media. She has also been given the part of Queen Sparta in 300 which is based on the Battle of Thermopylae. Its definitely not the way Sienna would have preferred to get the part. According to the Mirror A source close to Sienna told a newspaper: “This is not the way Sienna would have liked to have won the role of Edie Sedgwick or a big action role. “But she is not going to kick a gift horse. Professionally speaking, being so badly treated by Jude is the best thing that’s happened to Sienna. “She always wanted the part of Edie but she simply wasn’t famous enough in the States. Now she’s deemed A-list famous. American movie producers don’t ask too many questions about why everyone’s writing about you. If you’re in the papers you’ve made the grade … and they want you.” Meanwhile Jude wants to have babies with her to demonstrate his commitment, we dont think children will be on the top of Sienna’s list.
Read MoreLindsay Lohan’s Weight Loss
How true this is, I can’t be sure, but it’s reported that Supermodel Kate Moss, best friend Sadie Frost and actress Lindsay Lohan enjoyed a weight loss weekend away together at an exclusive spa. If correct then I have to ask “What weight????” What’s happening to certain women in celebrity land is absolutely ridiculous. Nicole Richie is so skinny she looks as if she’s just about to break in two, Mary-Kate Olsen just looks ill and Lindsay Lohan has already collapsed. Whether due to her weight we don’t know, but either way it can’t be a good sign. Yes, there has always been pressure on Hollywood women to look thin, and we always seem to go through periods where anorexia is constantly talked about and suddenly all coverage of the illness dies down. But now it’s been all over the media for quite a while and most of all it’s very scary. Not only for the young girls who look up to these stars but for the stars themselves. Richie and Lohan are bearing the brunt of it, with Lohan receiving a petition signed by 12,500 of her fans asking her to fatten up and Richie having to constantly defend herself, deeming her sudden loss of weight to her regular workouts with her trainer. There is no doubt that these girls are working out but there is also no denying that they don’t look well. According to the Daily Mail, the hourglass figure is back in fashion. Let’s hope so!
Read MoreGap joins with Inter parfum
Building on the Gap brand, clothing retailer Gap Inc has sealed a partnership with Inter Parfums to design, make and package a line of personal care products. This will be an expansion of its current range of perfime and will be sold in select boutiques and retail outlets. [Businessweek]
Read MoreReebok enlists Nelly
Nelly joins 50 cent, Pharrell and Jay-Z as the newest recruit to be signed by Reebok to have his own signature line consisting of clothing, footwear and accessories. The multi platinum selling hip hop artist has signed a long term partnership with the global sportswear company of which the financial details were not disclosed. The line will reflect Nelly’s own personal style and will be sold in select boutiques and retail outlets. Nelly will also feature in the Reebok global ad campaign “I am what I am” [Brandweek, Nelly.net]
Read MoreJude apologises
Another couple aside from Kate and Pete and Angelina and Brad have made it into the news this week, “Jude and Sienna”.Mr Law has made a public apology to the boho chic princess for having a fling. The actor issued a statement after reports of his affair with 26yr old nanny Daisy Wright were made public… “I just want to say I am deeply ashamed and upset that I’ve hurt Sienna and the people most close to us,” said Law, 32. “There is no defence for my actions which I sincerely regret.” The affair is thought to have began while Law was filming in New Orleans and Ms Wright was looking after one his children from his earlier marriage to Sadie Frost. [BBC News]
Read More“Black girls rule” – Trace Party
Last week, Trace Magazine brought the celebration of it’s recent issue “Black Girls Rule” to London. 4 rooms of excellent music and a chilled atmosphere made it a great party “TRACE is the leading multicultural style title. Launched in London in 1995 and New York in 1998, TRACE has nurtured the careers of photographers, designers, stylists and writers in Europe and the US and staked out an unchallenged position for itself at the cutting edge of international urban cool. TRACE covers everything from fashion, gossip, music, celebrity interviews, regular reviews of the best bands around, the latest CD releases and more.” – magazine cafe
Read MoreColeen; Vogue material?
The speed at which one can become a celebrity is amazing, and if anyone should know it would be Coleen McLoughlin. She has made the headlines almost every week for one thing or another and the most talked about stunt at the moment is her success at making the June cover of Vogue. All are debating whether she deserves it or not, how it will affect the magazines credibilty by having a “chav” on the cover, and most importantly will it sell? Well yes it will sell, simply because of everyone’s curiosity. I think it’s a clever move for Vogue in terms of sales but perhaps not for the future. She’s definitely no style/fashion icon, not a model or an actress. She doesnt sing, actually she doesnt work at all. Having Coleen on the cover will lessen the exclusivity of being a Vogue Cover girl but Vogue is no small time magazine, their every move is calculated and there is no doubt that they performed extensive research and concluded it’s what the people want. All I can say is that Victoria Beckham really should switch to Coleen’s pr agency cause they are doing an excellent job and although I do purchase Vogue every month anyway, I must say I am looking forward to June’s edition. I can’t wait to see how they will potray her. Miss McLoughlin should not be underestimated! Text: Michele Obi
Read MoreLiz Hurley launches bikini range
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Read MoreJ-lo down
I’ve always sat on the fence re the fur debate, I’ve seen both sides of the argument and haven’t really felt passionately about it enough to completely agree that fur should be banned. To be honest I think fur coats are beautiful, I’ve never worn one and probably wouldnt just because it’s not my style but I’ve admired it on others. That was till this morning, when upon checking the sites email I came across a comment from Daniel Miranda from Portugal re this post. She posted a video link regarding the whole J-Lo vs Peta issue thats been in the fashion news for the past couple of weeks. As curious as I am I entered the details into my address bar looking forward to the video and what I saw was so horrific and foul that I couldnt believe that for so long I’ve been ignorant about exactly how animals are killed in order to make these coats. The video really isnt for the faint hearted, it is unbelieveable and it has affected my opinion. I do believe J-Lo has had a hard time by peta recently and she has been singled out and made an example of by the organisation. She is not the only celeb who wears fur….she wont be the last…but she really should take a look at this footage. Watch the video Text: Michele Obi
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Victoria’s secrets unveiled their new superbra last week with the aid of Supermodel Gisele Bundchen. The IPEX bra is designed to enhance the boobs providing the wearer with the perfect shape. Its difference from others are its hidden seams and natural look. read more with femalefirst.co.uk
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Read MoreLaw breaking?
While designer Sadie Frost may have had some very public rows with her ex-husband Jude Law in the past, it looks like all is well between the former couple these days. Jude, who arrived with girlfriend Sienna Miller (above), was on hand to support his ex-wife’s latest collection. [AP] In fact, the former pair are apparently getting along so swimmingly that he was a guest at his ex-wife’s FrostFrench fashion show in London over the weekend.
Read MoreDonatella in Rehab
The fashion industry just can’t seem to shake of it’s association with drugs at the moment. Just weeks after Ingrid Parewijck, was arrested for drug possesion, Donatella Versace has been admitted in to rehab for her cocaine addiction.
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