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2012 Met Gala – Fashion’s most glamorous night brings out the best and worst in Couture

Posted on May 8, 2012 by admin

Beyonce in Givenchy Couture - "Schiaparelli And Prada: Impossible Conversations" Costume Institute Gala (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images)

The Costume Institute Gala was the event du jour last night with stars from the music and acting realms colliding with the elite of the fashion world. Beyonce, Gwyneth Paltrow, Cate Blanchett, Rihanna, Scarlett Johansson and other Hollywood heavy hitters took over the famous carpeted stairs of New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art. With tickets reportedly costing $25,000 per individual, the event often deemed as the “Oscars of the fashion world”, provided no shortage of Haute Couture at it’s best and worst. Here’s a breakdown of the night’s best and worst looks by fashion house. (more…)

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This past week in notable events – Music meets fashion at Andrew Charles show

Posted on April 16, 2012 by admin

Steven Tyler & Andy Hilfiger Host "Andrew Charles" Fashion Show at Macy's Sherman Oaks

The Hilfiger name and brand has always been synonymous with the American dream. While Tommy built his empire, younger brother Andy was also toiling away behind the scenes –starting off with selling jeans in his brother’s store and eventually building himself up as a mover and shaker in the realm of launching celebrity fashion lines. His collaboration with Jennifer Lopez alone resulted in $250 million in sales, the launch of the uber successful fragrance Glow by JLo, an MTV documentary promoting the launch of the line and of course more exposure for the singer/actress/designer.

These days, Hilfiger is stepping out of the shadows with the launch of his eponymous line, Andrew Charles. The Designer however, hasn’t forgotten his secret ingredient–celebrity collaborations. The line is a joint effort with rock star and American Idol Judge, Steven Tyler of Aerosmith.

Musical inspiration is nothing new to Hilfiger, who has been involved in music from a very young age. When I meet Hilfiger at the showing of his collection at Macy’s in Sherman Oaks, he mentions that past rock & roll and soul influences have always found a place in his designs. This is evident in his latest boho-chic meets rock star girlfriend-inspired collection. Family is another recurring theme. As one of nine kids, the designer recalled being inspired by the variation in musical taste and style of his brothers and sisters. A few minutes into our interview and after getting a glimpse into his passion for music and family, I realize that his collaboration with Steven Tyler makes perfect sense.

Tyler’s sense of style has after all survived many generations, trends and fashion cycles. The importance of family is also a recurring theme with the rock star whose daughters are backstage and proudly supporting their dad. I get a chance to meet the family before I leave and the energy of both the Hilfiger and Tyler clans coming together is nothing short of exciting. Mia, Tyler’s daughter –a budding photographer introduces herself, there’s another photographer documenting the craziness backstage and taking group portraits. When Tyler himself finally enters the room, everything becomes elevated. His eclectic style, contagious personality and sweet demeanor are all things you expect but aren’t actually sure you’ll get. I can see why Hilfiger believes this collaboration is a dream come true.

Andrew Charles, named after Creative Director Andy Hilfiger, is available in the Impulse departments of Macy’s stores nationwide and also at Macys.com.

Family Affair - Tyler's daughter Chelsea also walked the show

The line Andrew Charles is inspired by Hilfiger's love of Rock & Roll and Steven Tyler

The women's collection was all about boho-chic meets rock star's girlfriend

Boho-chic at Andrew Charles

Wild child at Andrew Charles

All white look at Andrew Charles

 

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This week in notable events – Mary J. Blige sets Hollywood ablaze for a good cause

Posted on February 13, 2012 by admin

Mary J. Blige performs onstage

Who: Queen of Soul, Mary J. Blige headlined a mini concert at Avalon, Hollywood on Friday night as part of the (BELVEDERE) RED pre-Grammy party. Celebs like Malin Akerman, Sophia Bush, Forest Whitaker, Paris Hilton, Kelis, Natasha Bedingfield, and Sheila E. all showed up to support Belvedere’s commitment to fighting AIDS/HIV in Africa. (more…)

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Shopping for a cause – Divine Design celebrates 20 years

Posted on December 12, 2011 by admin

It's a big year for The Help's Viola Davis as she receives the 2011 Woman of Style Award from her costar Octavia Spencer at the Divine Design Gala

This past week in fashion events, Los Angeles based charity Project Angel Food celebrated the 20th anniversary of its largest annual fundraiser, Divine Design. Held in Beverly Hills, the shopping extravaganza brought out the big guns in luxury goods and design, featuring an assortment of fashion, beauty, home and gift products from designers like Kay Celine, Brooks Brothers, Barclay Butera, Barbie, Blank Denim, Elizabeth and James, Liz’s Antique Hardware, Trina Turk, Tokidoki, Paul Frank, LA Eyeworks, and Kiehl’s Since 1851 with 100% of the shopping proceeds benefitting Project Angel Food. (more…)

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This week in fashion events: Smart shopping with Stacy London + Puma brings ‘riddim and run’ to Hollywood

Posted on October 15, 2011 by admin

Stacy London will change the way you shop…

Stacy London Presents The Westfield Style Tour Coming To Westfield Topanga

Who: Stacy London, the host of TLC’s style hit “What Not to Wear.”
What: In addition to her hosting duties, Stacy is the editor-in-chief of Westfield’s new magazine, Westfield Style and the ambassador of Westfield’s Style Tour. Join Stacy on the Westfield Fashion Stage as she interviews Fashion and Beauty experts, shares video from the making of Westfield Style Magazine and shows the latest Fall trends on fifteen real-women models. She’ll also be providing Fashion tips and tricks for the Fall season.

Westfield Style Magazine

When: Saturday, October 15th 2011
Where: Westfield Topanga
Notables: I met up with Stacy earlier in the week to discuss current trends, staying comfortable in heels and style for the real woman.

On the Westfield Style Magazine…
The style expert views the bi-annual publication as a “Magual” – a combination of a magazine and a manual. The “Magual’s” focus is on smart shopping. It’s not only an opportunity to take advantage of having the retailers and brands that you love in one spot but you’re also shown how you can mix and match and put together different looks at different price points. Her goal is to take the fear out of fashion and inspire confidence when it comes to one’s personal style.

On her secret to always staying comfy in heels…
Stacy swears by Dr. Scholl’s ball of foot cushions.

On trends that are here to stay…
Stacy is a big fan of the lady like pieces inspired by the 50s and 60s that have filled the runways for the past few seasons.

The third annual Westfield Style Tour is produced in association with IMG — producers of New York’s Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. Shoppers will get to meet and work with top industry stylists from Style for Hire, selected and trained by Stacy herself.

Puma brings Riddim + Run to Hollywood…

Puma presents Riddim + Run benefiting Souls 4 Souls held at Siren Studios

Who: Athletes and Stars like Chris Evans (Captain America), Sarah Hyland (Modern Family), Jamie Foxx, Cee Lo Green and singer, Kelis stepped out at Siren Studios to celebrate, Puma style.

Actor Chris Evans (L) and VP Marketing for PUMA North America Tara McRae attend Puma presents Riddim + Run benefiting Souls 4 Souls

Actress Sarah Hyland (L) and Matt Prokop attend Puma presents Riddim + Run benefiting Souls 4 Souls

President & General Manager of Puma North America Inc. Jay Piccola (L) and actor Jamie Foxx attend Puma presents Riddim + Run benefiting Souls 4 Souls

Singer Kelis (L) and DJ Rashida attend Puma presents Riddim + Run benefiting Souls 4 Souls

Singer Cee Lo Green (L) and VP Marketing for PUMA North America Tara McRae attend Puma presents Riddim + Run benefiting Souls 4 Souls

What: Puma presents Riddim + Run benefiting Souls 4 Souls
Where: Siren Studios, Hollywood
When: Wednesday, October 12th 2011
Notables: While yummy plantains, meat pies, chicken skewers, shaved ice and coconut infused drinks kept guests munching outside, a special performance by Diplo and DJ set by Josh Madden kept the dance floor packed and moving. The event benefited Souls 4 Souls. Guests were asked to bring along gently worn shoes to be donated to the charity.

DJ Diplo spins at Puma presents Riddim + Run benefiting Souls 4 Souls

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Macy’s “Glamorama” brings an impressive night of Fashion & Entertainment to L.A

Posted on September 27, 2011 by admin

The Rachel Rachel Roy woman was elegant, bold, daring and curious with a sense of adventure

For the second year in a row, Macy’s Passport Presents Glamorama took over The Orpheum Theatre in Downtown LA for an “ARTrageous” night.  This year, it was all about the merging of fashion and entertainment to raise money and awareness for HIV/AIDS organizations. The night brought together the hottest designers, celebrities, models and entertainers for a night of glitz and glamour. From incredible runway looks from designers like Armani Jeans, Bar III, Calvin Klein, Karl Lagerfeld for Impulse, Papi, Rachel Rachel Roy, Tommy Hilfiger, Tracy Reese and more to unforgettable performances by Cee Lo and Far East Movement, the night definitely made a mark as one to remember. Closing out the night was an “artlandish” post-party at CalMart, also in Downtown LA.

Stars like Jennifer Love Hewitt came out to support a good cause at Macy's Glomarama

The boys at Armani Jeans were fitted in military style looks, textured sweaters, schoolboy blazers and leather jackets - rugged masculinity all the way

The 70s girl was in complete control at Tracy Reese - pleated flowing skirts, faux fur paired with aviators, tiered looks, ruffles and sequins - who could say no?

 

The show took a few minutes to salute the late Elizabeth Taylor and honor her for all her charitable contributions to AIDS and HIV causes

Sharon Stone took the stage with Elizabeth Taylor's grandsons to honor the late Actress and Philanthropist

Tommy Girl was all about preppy chic. Plaid and stripes were all the rage on the runway

Plaid, faux leather, boucle textures and faux fur were hot for the impulse collection - 1920s Parisian chic meets 70s party girl

Impulse Collection

A little eye candy - Papi had the boys in rugby inspired underwear

Cee Lo Green closed out the show with an enthusiastic audience

Take a front row seat and experience the Glamorama magic…

This year’s event once again benefited AIDS Project Los Angeles and Project Angel Food.

 

 

 

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Master the trends for Fall – A breakdown of Fall 2011′s must-have looks + tips to make them your own

Posted on September 14, 2011 by admin

Fashion "springs" forward this week in NYC - Rodarte Spring 2012 RTW

As Fashion Week gets underway in NYC and the gorgeous and colorful Spring 2011 looks saunter down the runways, it’s easy to forget that fall is here and now and spring is more than a few months away. Not to worry though, based on the looks featured on the earlier fall runways, the upcoming months need not be dreary nor do you need to give up even an ounce of color. With the runways featuring rich colors like cobalt blue, marigold, burnt orange and shocking red; texture that ranged from lace to leather and prints galore, the upcoming season is gearing up to be anything but boring when it comes to fashion.

Here’s a peek at trends to look forward to this coming fall season…

Color: The runways were rich with color for fall, two colors in particular made their mark – Cobalt Blue and Emerald Green. Everyone from Oscar de la Renta to Carolina Herrera, Derek Lam, Ralph Lauren and 3.1 Phillip Lim showed their love for these colors. Other interesting colors to look out for fall are Marigold and burnt Orange. Marc Jacobs, Proenza Schouler and Victoria Beckham all featured these gorgeous colors.

Cobalt Blue at 3.1 Phillip Lim

Cobalt Blue at Jason Wu

Cobalt Blue at Thakoon

Cobalt Blue at Derek Lam

Emerald Green at 3.1 Phillip Lim

Emerald Green at Marc by Marc Jacobs

Deep reds at Louis Vuitton

Marigold at Thakoon

Marigold at Proenza Schouler

Marigold at Victoria Beckham

Burnt Orange Print at Marc by Marc Jacobs

Style Tip: Color is the best and easiest way to stand out with your fall wardrobe. Go for structured jackets in shocking colors to incorporate this runway trend into your wardrobe. Try a cobalt blue swing jacket or an emerald green trench coat. You’ll keep warm and stay stylish, all with a pop of color.

Lace: Looks like lace is here to stay.  Both Carolina Herrera and Monique Lhuillier showed very feminine and elegant looks incorporating lace and lace print. Prabal Gurung and Jason Wu also featured this trend.

Lace at Jason Wu

Lace at Monique Lhuillier

Lace and Lace Print at Monique Lhuillier

Lace Mix at Jason Wu

Lace Print at Prabal Gurung

Style Tip: The key to keeping the elegance of this trend is to find something that doesn’t show too much skin or combines the use of other materials like black silk or leather.

Leather: The leather movement is going strong and from what we saw during New York Fashion Week, it has no intention of slowing down. From 3.1 Phillip Lim to Alexander Wang, Derek Lam, Calvin Klein and Ralph Lauren, leather made a huge splash. It came in pants, shift dresses, pastel colors, rich dark colors and it was fabulous.

Leather at 3.1 Phillip Lim

Leather Highlights at 3.1 Phillip Lim

Leather at Derek Lam

Leather at Prabal Gurung

Gray Leather at Calvin Klein

Nude Leather at Calvin Klein

Style Tip: This is such an easy trend to incorporate into your wardrobe. You can pair some leather leggings with an oversized sweater and pumps, go for a rocker chic look with a motorcycle jacket which can be worn with skinny jeans, leggings or a dress to add a feminine touch.

Print:  If color played a starring role in the collections, print played a co-starring role. Oscar de la Renta’s runway was rich with exotic prints which is an extension of what we saw in the spring and summer months. Marc Jacobs made us fall in love with polka dots, big and small, Proenza Schouler incorporated his mélange of prints into everything from structured jackets to pants, skirts and shift dresses and Monique Lhuillier made animal print incredibly elegant.

Ikat Print at Oscar de la Renta

Print at Thakoon

Print at Proenza Schouler

Polka Dots at Marc Jacobs

Animal print meets elegance at Monique Lhuillier

Style Tip: Always balance out your prints with an item in a solid color. Pair a tribal print shift dress with a structured black blazer or print pants with a simple pastel colored silk top.

The “new” Pants: The runways featured sleek, elegant trousers for fall so just because summer is over doesn’t mean you should pack up those 70s inspired pants. Sticking to the theme of elegant simplicity, the “it” pants of the season are definitely the ankle pants. Everyone from Calvin Klein to 3.1 Phillip Lim and Jason Wu showed us the perfect city chic look with these pants.

70s style pants at Marc by Marc Jacobs

70s inspired Pants at Jason Wu

Ankle Pants at Jason Wu

Ankle Pants at Calvin Klein

Ankle Pants at 3.1 Phillip Lim

Ankle Pants at 3.1 Phillip Lim

Style Tip: These pants are equally chic with a pair of oxfords or sky high pumps.

 

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Glitz & Glamour in Venice – A breakdown of red carpet style at the Venice Film Festival

Posted on September 9, 2011 by admin

Gwyneth Paltrow at the "Contagion" Premiere - 68th Venice Film Festival

Film festivals like the Cannes Film Festival and the Venice Film Festival are where A-listers go to generate buzz for their films and to show the international film community how much credibility they have as artists. It’s also most importantly, where you go to show off your Couture. From Gwyneth Paltrow in Prada to Keira Knightely in Valentino, there were definitely a lot of hits in Venice this year but as we all know, where there are hits, there will be misses. Here’s a look at the glitz and glamour in Venice.

Before a premiere, there’s usually a photo call. Below, we’ve gathered all the fashionable photocall looks from the past week.

Gwyneth Paltrow shows off her toned gams at the "Contagion" photocall - 68th Venice Film Festival

Madonna goes proper in a L'Wren Scott sheath at the photocall for "W.E"

Marissa Tomei color blocks in Preen at the photocall for "The Ides of March"

Keira Knightely attends the photocall for "A Dangerous Method" in a bold patterned tea length dress

Evan Rachel Wood goes for a high neck and houndstooth pumps at "The Ides Of March" photocall - 68th Venice Film Festival

The actress also attended the photocall for "Mildred Pierce" and went for a menswear inspired look with a feminine twist

Evan Rachel Wood was joined by her costar Kate Winslet, who sported chic shorts and a blazer at the "Mildred Pierce" photocall

Kate Winslet in an LBD paired with strappy sandals at the photocall for "Carnage"

Jessica Chastain attended the "Wild Salome" photocall in a red dress

New mom Selma Blair shows off her post baby body at the "Dark Horse" photocall

 On to the carpet…

Keira Knightely is stunning in Valentino Couture

Gwyneth Paltrow goes blush in Prada

 

Diane Kruger glows in Elie Saab

Diane Kruger at "The Ides Of March" Premiere

Jessica Chastain in a brocade and lace Elie Saab gown

Madonna attends the premiere of her film "W.E" in a butterly adorned lilac number

Marisa Tomei goes for a pop of color and pearls to her look at "The Ides Of March" premiere

Cindy Crawford at the "Ides Of March" premiere

Selma Blair is gorgeous in stand-out red at the "Dark Horse" premiere

Evan Rachel Wood goes for black column dress with lace inserts at the "Mildred Pierce" premiere

Kate Winslet is striking in Victoria Beckham at the "Carnage" premiere

Kate Winslet premieres Mildred Pierce in Stella McCartney

Other red carpet events around town…

Salma Hayek goes for layers at the 2011 GUCCI Award For Women In Cinema - 68th Venice Film Festival

Madonna at the 2011 GUCCI Award For Women In Cinema - 68th Venice Film Festival

 

 

Abbie Cornish dons a black and white column dress at the 2011 GUCCI Award For Women In Cinema

Selma Blair goes for a tuxedo inspired dress at the Lancia Cafe Event

Abbie Cornish goes with a printed flowing maxi at the Lancia Cafe Event

Missteps at the Festival

Pre- photocall, Abbie Cornish in Elie Saab. Abbie definitely made some chic choices while in Venice but this LBD was not a winner. There's nothing wrong with the dress itself. The problem is that cap sleeves don't work on everyone. In this case, they make the actress look bulkier than she really is. The necklace is also a no-go. It's completely pointless with this dress and almost makes here neck look stunted. Remember, it's all about cut and fit.

Robin Wright attended the 2011 GUCCI Award For Women In Cinema in a gold dress that did nothing for her shape. Her boyish cut and pale makeup was also a mismatch for the whole look. Sometimes, simple is better.

Model, Bar Rafaeli donned a silk jumpsuit with lace inserts at the "Carnage" premiere. Bar is a beautiful girl but this is neither the place nor the time for a jumpsuit. The film festival is all about glamour and elegance whether simple or exaggerated. This jumpsuit is neither.

 

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Fashion at the Teen Choice Awards – The good, the bad and the ugly

Posted on August 8, 2011 by admin

Stars strutted on the blue carpet this weekend in their Sunday best. While some like Rachel Bilson and Blake Lively looked chic, others like Tyra Banks bombed. Here’s a breakdown of the night’s hottest looks as well as the unfortunate missteps.

Rachel Bilson is sweet with an edge in a ruffled light blue dress and spiky booties.

Taylor Swift in a white halter dress with an embellished waist.

Selena Gomez in a pale yellow mini.

Host, Kaley Cuoco in a stylish tiered lavender gown.

Demi Lavato in a yellow BCBG Max Azria lace dress.

Cameron Diaz in a nude mini and graphic heels.

Blake Lively in a belted tangerine sheath and animal print pumps.

Elizabeth Banks in a red leather sheath.

Vampire Diaries' Nina Dobrev goes for stripes.

Ashley Greene in a fitted black and white number.

Emma Stone in an embellished color blocked mini.

Zoe Saldana goes metallic.

Zooey Deschanel played it safe with a floral print.

The Missteps of the night…

Nikki Reed was almost too casual in this printed maxi + the print and cut of the dress did absolutely nothing for the Twilight actress.

Fergie's attempt to go light and fun in a star covered Dolce and Gabbana mini unfortunately bombed.

There are no words to describe this leather jumpsuit Tyra Banks donned for the event. It's great to see her in shape and flaunting her figure but even Catwoman wouldn't mess with this disaster.

Joining Tyra in the strange closet is Vampire Diaries' Kat Graham who looks like she's ready to fly away in this feathered and fringed mini.

For more red carpet style, check out this week in color.

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Fashion at the ‘Brits to watch’ event – Details on Kate’s dress, trends and other stylish stars on the carpet

Posted on July 12, 2011 by admin

This past weekend brought the Royals to the City of Angels. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge performed their charitable duties and found time to mingle with Hollywood’s elite. Of course, all eyes were on what Kate was wearing. Here’s a breakdown of the gorgeous red carpet looks…

Light and airy were the words when it came to style on the red carpet at the BAFTA Brits To Watch event in downtown Los Angeles.

The Duchess started off an evening of gorgeous pastels in an elegant, sweeping, lavender Alexander McQueen gown by Sarah Burton

Blake Lively in Marchesa

Nicole Kidman in custom Elie Saab

Cat Deely in Dior

Mad Men's Elizabeth Moss also goes light

Leslie Mann in pink L'Wren Scott

Elizabeth Banks in a one shouldered Versace

Of course there was no absence of shocking color…

Jennifer Garner in gorgeous navy blue

Gugu Mbatha-Raw in royal blue Reem Acra

Mary Louise Parker in Dolce and Gabbana

Jennifer Lopez kept her sexy edge in green Emilio Pucci

Anna Kurnikova also went green

Other stars went metallic for the night…

Zooey Deschanel in Oscar de la Renta

Rita Wilson in metallic baby blue

Maria Bello in Donna Karan

The unfortunate…

Unfortunately, Actress Dana Delany picked the wrong time to experiment with her style. Her printed mermaid gown did absolutely nothing for her and her multi-colored fur stole was not only completely out of place at the event but also uncalled for on a summer evening.

After making their way inside, Hollywood got a chance to meet the British Royalty one on one…

Prince William gets a little animated while chatting up Nicole Kidman

Jennifer Lopez got up close and personal with the Duke and Duchess .

The actress also got the opportunity to introduce her mom Guadalupe to the royal couple

Tom Hanks and his wife Rita Wilson chat with Prince William

Jennifer Garner chats intently with the Duchess

Barbara Streisand and husband James Brolin also came out to meet the royal couple

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