Archive for April 2011
Royal Wedding
Pippa Middleton Wears Temperley London To the Royal Wedding Reception (and Continues To Look Smoking Hot)
By Leah Chernikoff
Click through for more photos of the scene-stealing maid of honor.
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Olivier Theyskens Explains How Andrew Rosen Convinced Him To Join Theory Over Croissants at the French Embassy
Full disclosure: not all of us chose to pull all-nighters watching the royal nuptials. Why? This morning, we were invited to the Cultural Services of the French Embassy for their first “Breakfast at 972″ panel discussion. Their inaugural guest of honor was none other than Olivier Theyskens–Theory’s Artistic Director, former designer at Rochas and Nina Ricci, and a longtime Fashionista favorite.
After enjoying coffee and croissants in the main atrium of the gorgeous Fifth Avenue mansion, a small group of (insanely chic, primarily French) guests were ushered in for an intimate chat moderated by Charlotte Sarkozy and Timothée Verrecchia. Theyskens looked totally dapper in a slouchy white Bottega Veneta blazer and a pair of vintage, denim-like trousers he later told us he bought “because they reminded me of the pants the fish vendors at the Les Halles marketplace in Paris wear.” Even for a designer with a famously romantic aesthetic, it seems like simplicity is key.
Some of the morning’s key points:
Read more »After the dress, the royal wedding is really all about the hats. And fascinators.
Some opted for opulence while others stuck to tradition, and some looked as though they either over thought or put no thought into their head gear at all. Among the best were the devilishly elegant Zara Phillips, Sweden’s Crown Princess Victoria, and Queen Sofia and Princess Letizia of Spain.
But there were some who buckled under the pressure, as you will see after the jump.
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DNA Sues Ford Over Maryna Linchuk
Former Miss Dior Cherie, Maryna Linchuk, is a top model and a top money maker, so it’s no wonder DNA was sad to see her part ways for Ford.
Linchuk has been signed with DNA since 2006, and in those five years DNA says they have “invested heavily in promoting, marketing and managing Linchuk’s career and professional image, preparing her for and helping her choose modeling assignments, shoots, etc., As a direct result of DNA’s efforts, Linchuk has become a successful and sought after model,” Reuters is reporting.
All was well in DNA’s house until April 15 of this year, when Linchuk suddenly announced her desire to leave the agency.
Read more »Name: Sam
Age: 19
Occupation: Student
How would you describe your style? Classic with an edge.
What is the most prominent color in your wardrobe? Black.
What is the most played song on your iPod right now? “Need Somebody To Love” by Justin Bieber.
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Fashion News Roundup: January Jones is Pregnant, Katy Perry Gets a Royal Manicure, and Tom Brady’s Uggs Revealed
January Jones Has a Bun in the Oven: Though we can’t say who the father is, we’re hoping the kid turns out something like Sally Draper. {The Frisky}
Designers Weigh In on Kate’s Dress: Jason Wu thought it was stunning, Issaac Mizrahi, flattering, Prabal Gurung, appropriate, Lela Rose, didn’t like the lace and Valentino was reminded of Grace Kelly. {WWD subscription required}
Nicole Richie Has a Client at the Met Ball: Nicole Richie will be dressing top model Britt Maren for the Met Ball. We’re not sure what to do with this one just yet…but needless to say we’re excited to see if the former-reality-star can hack it. {Styleite}
Katy Perry’s Royal Manicure: The pop star tricked out her nails in honor of the royal wedding putting tiny pictures of Prince William on just about every nail (Kate nabbed one nail). {Racked}
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In Praise of Pippa (Especially Her Bum–There’s Even a Facebook Fan Page Devoted To It)
Though we hate to say anyone stole the show from the bride, let’s be real: It was pretty hard to take your eyes off the Maid of Honor, little sister Pippa Middleton. Stepping out of the Rolls Royce for the first time, clad in a form-fitting Sarah Burton-designed white column dress with plunging neckline MOH Pippa looked, well, hot. I believe Leah’s exact words were “smoking.” In fact, a slew of news reports have already sprung up praising Pippa, with headlines ranging from tasteful, “Perfect Maid of Honor” to snarky, “How Kate Got Pippa-ed.” Twitter exploded with similar praise, albeit a little less eloquently spoken. Samples: @susiebubble: “It has to be said…. I’m a tad jels over the pertness of Pip Middleton’s arse….” @iamToddyTickles: “Pippa Middleton, best body at the wedding other than David Beckham.” or @RyanReport : “If you are honest and lead a good life and help other people, you might be reincarnated as Pippa Middleton’s nylons.”
In particular, as Miss Lau pointed out, one of Pippa’s, erm, assets has garnered a loyal fanbase: Her rear-end. Yep, there’s actually a whole Facebook group devoted to appreciating her arse (aptly called the “Pippa Middleton Ass Appreciation Society”), that’s so far received just under 5,000 likes.
Read more »After reports surfaced yesterday that Kate Middleton would–gasp!–do her own makeup for the wedding, the bride’s beauty look was unsurprisingly understated and natural-looking. Apparently before the wedding Kate took lessons from makeup artist Arabella Preston–whose website states she is “particularly adept at natural bridal makeup”–and, according to People, the princess felt so comfortable with the techniques Preston showed her, that she opted to go DIY on the big day. It’s a risky move for any bride, let alone one that’s got millions, wait scratch that, billions of people tuned in to watch, but we have to say that Kate pulled it off. The softly smoky eye, slightly blushed cheeks and nude lips were not only beautiful, they were distinctly Kate–and that’s how every bride should look on her big day: like herself, of course.
Read more »Did you not see Kate Middleton’s dress as it was revealed in real time because you’re not insane and you didn’t want to wake up super early? Or are you just as insane as us and did wake up to watch the grand reveal but were a little bleary eyed and didn’t get a good enough look? Or do you just want to marvel at the splendor of Kate Middleton’s Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen gown some more?
Don’t worry, we got you covered. Here’s a better look at the Duchess of Cambridge’s wedding gown from every angle.
Read more »Leighton Meester looks great in print ads. She surprised everyone with her playful Missoni ads, and she’s now the face of Vera Wang‘s new fragrance, Lovestruck.
Shot by Carter Smith on a fire escape and wearing a maroon Vera Wang gown with loose hair, Leighton looks fresh and gorgeous. She’s also channeling some Pretty Woman, though her prince is a bit rougher around the edges than Richard Gere.
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