Dita Von Teese rocks an all black leather look to the John Galliano for Dior show.

Earlier she tweeted: “Headed to Dior in full blown 50’s domina leather. If Mr. Dior were to design a suit for a dominatrix, this is how it would look.”

This 39-year-old First Lady of Cameroon, Chantal Biya,takes Lady Gaga to the White House.  Chantal is known for her big hair and crazy getups, and actually trendsparks lots of looks in Cameroon.  The Huffington Post reported:

In the past, she’s mentioned Dior and Chanel as a few of her favorite European labels, while the traditional African outfits she dons are custom-made, designed, and sewn by tailors … In Cameroon her wardrobe has made her so popular she routinely launches trends and has a hairstyle, the Chantal Biya, named after hair.

I mean, who meets the pope in a pink lace and sequined dress? She does, apparently. What do you think of this diva’s style?

LINK LOVE: NY Mag

An easy way to make a statement is to wear a bold, vibrant color. Incorporating just one of these items into your outfit is enough to stand out amongst a crowd and to grab some attention.

RED:
1. Diane von Furstenberg, $345, www.net-a-porter.com
2. TopShop, $30, www.topshop.com
3. Dior, $850, www.saksfifthavenue.com
4. Betsey Johnson, $55, www.betseyjohnson.com

BLUE:
1. Adam, $170, www.theoutnet.com
2. Steve Madden, $139.95, www.stevemadden.com
3. CC Skye, $495, www.couturecandy.com
4. Express, $29.50, www.express.com

GREEN:
1. Alberta Ferretti, $728.54, www.mytheresa.com
2. Collection Eighteen, $24, www.chickdowntown.com
3. Chie Mihara, $350, www.piperlime.com
4. Kenneth Cole, $103.60, www.macys.com

YELLOW:
1. Milly, $219, www.theoutnet.com
2. Delias, $109.50, www.delias.com
3. N.Y.L.A., $99.95, www.endless.com
4. Juicy Couture, $34, www.ssense.com

The Europeans take to the streets for Fashion Night Out. We’ve got all the coverage from the nights best events.

Not that I’m in the market (or the age range) for a husband, but I just found my ideal engagement ring. Honestly, any guy who gets down on one knee with a Dior Joaillerie ring from the “Kings and Queens” collection has my heart. Designed by Victoire de Castellane, the skull and precious jems/stones pieces were created as a reminder that time is fleeting and the idea that we must enjoy life. I’m feeling the forest green ring, please and thank you. 

GALLERY: FIRST LOOK: Dior Joaillerie “Kings and Queens” Collection

Thanks Highsnobette!

Jason Kibbler shot Jourdan Dunn for Vogue Russia, who displays her versatility in these shots.  From beginning to end, Dunn goes from high society (in Dior), to high jumping (and her legs look gorgeous, I might add).  The only thing I’m not crazy about in this jump is her left wrist…I think the America’s Next Top Model judges would probably agree.

SOURCE: Dunn Deal

Heidi Klum stars in the latest issue of German Vogue. Titled  “Rodeo Drive” and shot by Claudia Knoepfel & Stefan Indlekofer, Heidi wears looks from Atelier Versace and Christian Dior.

The 37th Annual Lighthouse International sale starts a week from today and will feature designers like Jason Wu, Christian Lacroix, Alexander McQueen, Burberry, DVF, Hermes, Lanvin, Marc Jacobs, Prada, YSL, Zac Posen, and others who donated to the sale. There’s a Chanel tweed jacket for $150, a wool Stella coat for $350, a $300 Marchesa gown and even a Dior wedding dress.

There are samples, vintage and slightly worn pieces from more recent runways – including Kim Cattrall’s green Jimmy Choos or her gold Valentino’s (above).

The sale takes place at 110 East 60th Street between Park and Lex from Thursday, May 14 to Saturday, May 16, 11am to 7pm and Sunday May 17th from 11am to 5pm. A one day pass is only $10, four days is $30 and you can buy tickets here.

In her spread in the May 2009 issue of Vanity Fair, Emily Blunt looks all but poised to steal all the period piece roles away from Keira Knightley.

In the ornate Michael Roberts-shot editorial, Emily models some incredible couture looks from the Paris collections, including Dior, Givenchy, and Valentino.

GALLERY: Emily Blunt for Vanity Fair, May 2009.

Funny short video of a PETA rep being pushed off the runway during the Dior show, model looks like Gemma Ward…

Michelle Obama and Carla Bruni-Sarkozy aka the ‘First Ladies of Fashion’ met today in France, at the NATO Summit Arrival Ceremony at the Palais Rohan, Michelle Obama in a Thakoon coat, and Carla Bruni in a Dior suede coat.

After the ceremony, Mrs Obama revealed a more magnificent floral print Thakoon floral silk jacquard dress.

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Restir is one of Japan’s luxury boutiques, offering designer brands like ALEXANDER MCQUEEN, BALENCIAGA, BURBERRY, COMME DES GARÇONS, DIOR, JIMMY CHOO, JOHN GALLIANO, LANVIN, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA, MIU MIU, RICK OWENS , YVES SAINT LAURENT and much more.

Restir’s interior was designed by Laur Meyrieux and  features an opulent black marble floor, sumptuous leathers for soft furnishings, dark-colored walls and a bewildering array of mirrors, which together achieve an intoxicating, disorientating effect.

1F Galleria, Tokyo Midtown, 9-7-4 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo; Tel: (03) 5413-3708; www.restir.com

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With a natural, Victorian housewives meet “The Secret Garden” sort of vibe, Phil Poynter’s spread for Numéro 101 March 2009 is a beacon of fashion innocence. Okay, so we all know that ‘fashion’ and ‘innocence’ don’t belong in the same sentence, but models Alana Zimmer, Alyona Osmanova and Vika Kuropnyatkova make all that is naive, guiltless and pure somewhat real. Poynter’s use of natural light and overexposure are brilliant, in combination with the vulnerable poses, producing an eerie, yet beautiful scene. And to seal the deal, the vertical ruching on the Dior dress (pictured above) matches the brushed-back grain of Alyona Osmanova. I am in love. 

Thanks Fashion  Copious!

How amazing does Leigh look in this hot pink Dior dress, which she happened to wear to the Dior show, probably8 not a coincidence:) The color looks great on her, since she has dark hair and fair skin.

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As excepted, Alexander McQueen sent another jaw-dropping, show-stopping collection down the runways of Paris. McQueen’s Fall 2009 collection was a satire on fashion’s vast history, sending out models, with blow-up doll faces, wearing over-the-top versions of Dior’s famous houndstooth pattern and Chanel’s tweed suits. Umbrella headpieces, studded collars, wheel rims and saran wrap were among the bizarre accessories accompanying these enhanced, timeless pieces. Despite the entertainment, it’s hard to decide if this collection was an industry success. Although McQueen’s brilliant craftsmanship and silly, glamorous extravagance were admired, the designer didn’t push his envelope. We see crazy stuff from McQueen all the time. What makes this season any different?

GALLERY: RUNWAY RUNDOWN: Alexander McQueen Fall 2009

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I was feeling a little SEX AND THE CITY: with Fashion Week wrapped up in NYC. So today I re-picked up one of my “keeper” magazine, the June 2008 issue of Vogue with Sarah Jessica Parker on the cover and a spread featuring her and Chris Noth.

GALLERY: SJP and Chris Noth for Vogue

SJP’s makeup was flawless, the locations were beautiful, as were her designer dresses; some of my favorites; the Nina Ricci emerald green silk-satin dress, the Versace chiffon dress and the Chanel boucle’ suit, the Lanvin hat and Philip Crangi for Vera Wang cuff bracelet were all so lavish and girlie regal…and how can I forget about those Christian Louboutin pumps!

In the movie, she wore two amazing wedding dresses that was such a WOW factor for me. The elegant Vera Wang wedding dress and the Dior Haute Couture jacket and skirt were just breath taking.

So for all of you SJP/Carrie fans, I have a treat for you. Below you will find a video of behind the scene footage from the VOGUE Magazine shoot as well as a makeup list that Makeup Artist Judy Chin used on SJP for the movie.

Face
Tarte Smooth Operator SPF 20: Liquid Foundation
TheBalm BalmShelter Tinted Moisturizer SPF 18
Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage

Cheeks
Shiseido Accentuating Color Stick in Rosy Flush
NARS Multiples in Cannes, Copacabana, and Palm Beach

Eyes
MAC Paint Pots in Constructivist, Bare Study, and Moss Scape
Paula Dorf Eye Colors in Hussy, Twilight, and Hypnotic
MAC Fluidline Gel Liner
MAC Powerpoint Eye Pencil
Laura Mercier Kohl Pencils

Brows
Shu Uemura Eyebrow Pencil
Paula Dorf Brow Tint

Lips
Laura Mercier Lip Balm

I love doing fun makeup looks and this is one of my favorite…POP ART…it’s easy and fun, well at least for me. I broke it down to help you get this look.

EYES

Apply Sephora Brand Buildable Cover Concealer to prep lids before applying the golden peach shade from NARS Highlighting/Bronzing Blush Duo in Hungry Heart to the upper eyelids. Next, line inside the lower lash lines with Make Up For Ever Aqua Eyes in White.

Use a clean mascara wand to coat lower lashes with Make Up For Ever Flash Color in White 10. Work lots of Bare Escentuals Buxom Lash mascara on to the upper lashes before applying Make Up For Ever Lashes Strip # 25026. Perfect brows with the Anastasia Highlighting Brow Kit.

CHEEKS

It’s super simple to create, layer a bright pink of Sephora Blush Me Mono Blush from the cheekbone down, concentrating the color around the apples. If you add to much color on the cheeks apply foundation over your blush to tone it down. The end result should look equal parts hot and healthy.

LIPS

Use Dior Addict Shine in Pink Lust topped off with Make Up For Ever Glossy Full Couleur in #4 for candy-coated shine.

Dior’s latest skin-perfecting foundation is a ground-breaking formula with state-of-the-art technology to recreate the illusion of naturally beautiful and radiant bare skin. Diorskin Nude Natural Glow Hydrating Makeup SPF 10 blends 100% mineral infused pigments and water to deliver flawless results. Micro droplets of mineral rich water suspended in both a powder and a fluid formulation capture and reflect light to deliver a luminous finish. The result is a naturally glowing complexion that gives you that head-turning radiant look you can only get in your own nude skin. By using advances in mineral makeup technology, this product will take your complexion to a whole new level. Prepare to deny your age again ladies.

Start with Dior’s HydrAction Serum for a natural glow from the inside out.

HydraAction Deep Hydration Radical Serum, $69

For weightless, flawless coverage, apply Diorskin Nude Hydrating Glow Makeup with your fingertips or with the Dior Foundation Brush.

Diorskin Nude Natural Glow Hydrating Makeup SPF 10, $45

Finish with a dusting of Diorskin Nude Loose Powder, which can also be worn over bare skin or as a refreshing touch-up midday. Its cooling sensation soothes the skin and never appears cakey or flat.

Diorskin Nude Loose Powder Makeup, $45