celebrity world news summary 2011: February 2010

Sunday, February 28, 2010

The black and the red

I'll keep posting photos from fashion week that I like. I love the zipper accents on the belt and that all her accents are red.

Saturday, February 27, 2010

Man Fur

I'm not a huge fur advocate but it's undeniably big again. I do love his pale peachy pink eyeglass frames and how he's looking somewhat askance at the camera. And the two together are a nice pair.

Hot trends popping up at Fashion Week

Several of fashion's big guns have yet to show their Fall 2010 collections, but a few trends have already emerged at New York Fashion Week.

THE ARTFUL COLLAGE: Several designers have beautifully combined diverse — and often surprising — fabrics (chiffon and leather) in their garments.

COMING MUST-HAVES: Christian Siriano's next Payless shoe collection, inspired by French antique furniture such as Louis XVI chairs, with filigree detailing or lion's-paw feet worked into high heels; Rebecca Taylor's sparkling hosiery in olive and navy; Donna Karan's DKNY color-patched and tied-every-which-way little dresses; white or black slash boots from Hervé Leger by Max Azria.

LADY BOUNTIFUL BUZZ: Naomi Campbell's good deed for Haiti is the talk under the tents. The supermodel formerly known for throwing telephones speed-dialed her designer and model friends — and a former British royal, Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York — to help organize a star-studded fundraiser to aid mothers and children in the earthquake-ravaged country. The capacity audience (975 sitting, another 200 standing) paid up to $150 to see a slim-lined Kelly Osbourne, Chris Brown, Helena Christensen and designers Diane von Furstenberg and Donna Karan model clothes to be sold on the net-a-porter Web site. Campbell is a global ambassador for the White Ribbon Alliance, a coalition that helps women and children in Third World countries. She appeared three times on the runway, greeted each time with a standing ovation.

BLACK OUT: While many designers are still pushing a dark palette for fall, a few are headed toward the rainbow. At Peter Som, purple reigned with a wine chenille skirt and a plum cotton-velvet tiered dress, a charmeuse dress and a stunning cotton-candy Mongolian lamb coat. Karan's DKNY line was rich with browns, color grids, sapphire and deco florals. Taylor incorporated teal, slate blue and purple. Lela Rose worked with flaming orange, pink and cobalt. Siriano's show-stopping shade was hot pink on an organza draped bodice and scalloped tulle gown.

TWO FOR TWO: Max Azria is the busiest designer here, with three collections on the schedule. And surprise, surprise, the first two — his youthful BCBG and the bandage-tight Hervé Leger lines — were his best ever. Azria, who caters to the young Hollywood jet set, presented a minimalist collection of color blocking worked into long black T-shirts that served as the foundation for many his asymmetrical dresses, sometimes worn with skinny trousers or leggings. Backstage at the Leger show, he said his dresses are “a second-skin armor for today's tough modern woman.” The skin-tight shells were made of neoprene, metallic knits, velvet prints and more, some enamel-beaded in hot pink and green. Azria's third show is today.

Source : www.chron.com

Friday, February 26, 2010

We Are All Made of Stars

Or so says Moby. Whether this is true or not, I do know some of us look like stars. Like these 3 here. There glasses look like Stevie Boi's and I love the hair on the girl's with its slightly punk/new wave flavor.

Manish Arora's love affair with CRYSTALLIZED Swarovski

As a part of CRYSTALLIZED – Swarovski Elements ongoing commitment to foster Indian fashion, the brand celebrates its longstanding partnership with the maverick designer Manish Arora with an unveiling of a retrospective: “MANISH ARORA’S LOVE AFFAIR WITH CRYSTALLIZED – Swarovski Elements” at DLF Emporio in New Delhi. The exposition will showcase iconic haute couture pieces from the Manish Arora’s national and international runways since 2003 marking the tenth milestone of international showing from the designer this year.

The retrospective installation will be on display from February 25, 2010–March 04, 2010 at The Atrium, DLF Emporio, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi. On display are also the limited edition for Swarovski CRYSTALLIZED motif t-shirts and the transfer collection from Manish Arora’s international partnership event with the brand held in London.

Known for his vivid use of colour in designs that combine contemporary silhouettes with traditional handcrafted techniques, Manish Arora has gained worldwide recognition since launching his eponymous label in 1997. The designer, who first showed at London Fashion Week in 2005 and debuted in Paris to great acclaim in 2007, has worked creatively and been supported by Swarovski since the launch of his international career, incorporating CRYSTALLIZED – Swarovski Elements into all his major collections and creative partnerships to date. All the CRYSTALLIZED garments carry the “Made with CRYSTALLIZED – warovski Elements” tag.

“Manish has been a torch bearer from the Indian fashion industry in the international fashion circuit. We are delighted that the CRYSTALLIZED – Swarovski Elements team in India and Austria has worked closely over the years with the designer, to give vision to his creative design brilliance for his collections. Manish’s creations sparkle distinctively, setting the bar high for Indian fashion abroad. We hope his “Love Affair” with Swarovski Elements becomes more intense season after season!” says Mr. Sanjay Sharma, country manager - India for CRYSTALLIZED – Swarovski Elements.

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Thursday, February 25, 2010

The New York Times just found out what we already knew...

So on the front page and deep inside the Thursday Styles section of the New York Times are photos of friends that I featured in the Bon Bon video that I put up a few days ago. The article states that people are dressing up more to go out in a way that they haven't since (gasp) the Eighties! Not that it wasn't a cute article but...isn't this what I've been saying and showing for the past year and more? Where's my New York Times by-line? Well here's 3 more bits of NYC nightlife eye-candy. Yummy and no calories.

European & American fashion trends inspire Dominican designer

Award-winning designer Hernan Lander unveiled his collection for Fall/Winter 2010 in an exclusive presentation during NY Fashion Week. The much-anticipated event was held at the famed OPENHOUSE Gallery in Soho on Friday, February 12th, 2010. The crowd started gathering outside the venue way before the presentation was scheduled to begin. Select Magazine Editors and Buyers, Celebrity stylists, Designers, Photographers, TV producers, Bloggers, Media, Socials and other New York City notables came to celebrate Hernan's presentation.

For this season Hernan Lander proposed a captivating union of polished and rustic essentials. Material elements and semi-precious stones revealed their authority on the beadings, the prints and the detailing of the clothing. Modern day architectural marvels imposed their structure on the precise cuts of the jackets and the asymmetric bands. Wool, cashmere, matt jerseys, leather and snake skin created a soft and hard juxtaposition of textures while femininely curved shoulders and flexible zipper structures emphasized Hernan’s love for the female body. The palette was monochromatic with dominant purple accents. The unmistakably sumptuous couture creations created a feminine essence that was sophisticated and sensual, complex and aware. The collection highlighted pieces like silk tops, structured jackets, ruched fitted skirts, ultra feminine dresses and red-carpet-worthy evening gowns.

Hernan Lander draws upon his experience observing fashion trends in both Europe and the United States, giving him a well-rounded perspective and allowing him to expand his own design horizons. His exquisitely crafted designs have garnered public attention and attracted a discerning and growing clientele. He has found New York City to be an inspiration - not only because of its cultural and lifestyle diversity and cosmopolitan views - but also because of the willingness of its people to break with the norms and take fashion risks.

This year’s collection was inspired by the architectural marvels and the beauty of different regions and cities of the world and is a tribute to the inner and outer beauty of women around the globe. The theme was the continuing journey in the endless pursuit of beauty. Hernan used luxurious materials that fall beautifully on the female body incorporating the principles of haute couture.

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Wednesday, February 24, 2010

FW Favorite: Katie Gallagher

I'm going to focus on a few different shows I went to over the course of the week on Style Defined and I'm starting with Katie Gallagher. Her FW 10 collection is called, "The Heart of the Woods and What I Found There." And she says My inspiration for the collection came originally, by a landscape painting that I created as well as my pencil/line drawings. The collection is very focused on wrapping and layering the curves of the female body with non traditional patternmaking and tailoring. See more from her show and read my thoughts here.

Invest wisely this season in multitasking women’s wear

Isabella Oliver unveils The 365 Spring Summer 2010 Collection. The Isabella Oliver 365 collection provides timeless style that never fades; a selection of classic silhouettes that effortlessly combines contemporary trends to create versatile day to evening pieces.

This spring summer, enjoy a variety of designs infused with key stories that are a must for the warmer months...

Nautical-inspired style exudes breezy chic; fresh white and classic navy providing a crisp, clean look.

The Pippa Easy Sweater is perfect thrown over reliable denim or with The Audrey Zip Capris. For a touch more glamour.

The Jackie Dress looks fabulous with lipstick-red heels... all that’s missing is the yacht.

Summer evenings can be surprisingly brisk, so an easy trench coat or tailored jacket is essential. The Vanessa Trench offers a contemporary take on a wardrobe icon, with luxe contrast piping that adds a graphic pop to any outfit. The Coco Blazer may look structured, however it’s finished in jersey, offering comfort all day long.

Timeless whites, greys and classic black are the wardrobe faithfuls; shades that can be mixed and matched to create endless looks.

This season, there’s even more neutral-toned women’s basics to choose from, along with Lemon Ice; a zesty hue that is perfect for livening up fail-safe black. Day in, day out, these always work.

Bored of basics? Turn up the volume in pieces stripped of fuss for a modern yet classic look.

Vibrant in colour and voluminous in shape, Isabella Oliver 365’s slouchy, oversized tops and dresses effortlessly add flare to everyday ensembles whilst remaining understatedly stylish.

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Sabotii, din nou la moda

Sabotii revin in moda primavara/vara lui 2010 si aceasta datorita sau din cauza, depinde daca esti pro sau contra lor, lui Karl Lagerfeld, care a accesorizat cu ei majoritatea tinutelor din colectia realizata pentru Chanel.
Vogue-ul britanic promoveaza trendul prin Alexa Chung, cover girl pentru numarul de martie.
Style icon-ului englez i-au placut si a fost vazuta cu ei si in alte ocazii.
Saboti, mult mai urati cei-i drept, intalnim si la Louis Vuitton.
Cei de la Zara au creat si ei alternative accesibile la pantofii "it" ai momentului, la fel si Michael Kors, Steve Madden sau Topshop.
Chanel primavara/vara 2010

Alexa Chung in Vogue UK

Saboti Louis Vuitton

Zara clogs

Tuesday, February 23, 2010

The pink and the blonde

Okay, I'm on this total pink and gold kick right now. Or correction: I realize how much of it I'm seeing. Love the tulle over the skirt and the black leather cuffs on the wrists. I just wonder what she'd look like with an edgier haircut...

Tuxedo App by formal wear industry leader Meridian

Prom, Wedding or Special Occasion tuxedo? There's an App for that! Meridian, LLC, the technology leader in the Formal Wear Industry, has launched America's first Tuxedo App.

For thousands of teenagers high school prom season is coming up. In addition, summer brides are beginning to go through the exciting process of picking their wedding colors. Now, for the first time ever, you have the power for vest/tie color and tuxedo selection in the palm of your hand. This Apple iPhone / iPod Touch tuxedo app contains the most comprehensive 2010 color selections and brand name tuxedo styles that will compliment any occasion.

As you browse through and choose your tuxedo, vest / tie color and shoe selection, launch the geo locator to find the closest qualified dealer(s). Map it, call them, it's under your control. Have some more fun within the app by emailing your prom date, bride/groom or special person in your life, your special occasion vest and tie fabric colors, tuxedo lifestyle photos and more. Enjoy the satisfaction of visiting a qualified dealer and showing them exactly what you want right from your iPhone or iTouch. You will love our App because it's all about the customer!

Meridian LLC

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Anna Ivanovic in bikini for Sports Illustrated

Ana Ivanovic will very likely retain the world's hottest tennis player title, and to prove us once again what so many of us see in her she decided to show how good she looks in red bikini at photoshoot for the famous Sports Illustrated. The result of this photoshoot was Anna hotter than ever.

What can I say dark haired girls certainly look exceptionally good in red, especially in tiny red bikini, and Ana Ivanovic is definitely one of the hottest female atheletes of all time. Enjoy.

Top tennis beauties - New renaissance of female tennis

Lately, female tennis is experiencing new renaissance, and not just because the quality of the play has gone up, but mostly because the beauty of the players. Some of the girls on WTA tour could be easily models instead of tennis players, and this is the reason that makes the difference with female tennis. Because of these new tennis beauties we can now enjoy the combination of beautiful game and beautiful girls, and this is really a win-win situation for both players as well as the fans. This site is dedicated to the world's most beautiful female tennis players. So make sure to tune in to the hottest what female tennis has to offer. Enjoy.