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Videography: Beyoncé

Lester Brathwaite — Tue, 29 May 2012 15:44:59 +0000

In the post-millennial pop culture landscape, there is one name that stands a stiletto taller than the rest: Beyoncé. From her teenage years as a Child of Destiny to her ascension to full-on divahood, Bey has proven herself the 21st century’s answer to Diana Ross. There are numerous parallels one can make between the two — outdiva-ing their respective girl groups (The Supremes:Destiny’s Child), award-nominated forays into film (1972 Oscar nom for Lady Sings the Blues:2009 Razzies nom for Obsessed) and an immensely successful crossover appeal masterminded by a manipulative father figure (Berry Gordy:Jay-Z). Oh yeah, and they’re both also style icons. Mrs. Carter has paid homage to Ms. Ross many times throughout her career while etching out her own sequined place in fashion. What better way to chart her style evolution than a good, ole-fashioned Videography?

"Work It Out" (2002) Beyoncé's love for the 70s and giant hair was evident from her first single and video as a solo artist. Channeling her Foxy Cleopatra character from that Citizen Kane of shitty sequels, Austin Powers in Goldmember, Bey sported a sequined shift and her never-again-seen afro.

"Crazy in Love" (2003) Bey announced her arrival to superstardom with "Crazy in Love"'s thunderous horns and her birth as a fashion icon with a series of outfits -- such as the always appropriate fur coat and a bikini -- as well as some serious posing.

"Me, Myself and I" (2004) Could always use more Bey in a bob.

"Naughty Girl" (2004) The song itself features an interpolation of Donna Summer's "Love to Love You Baby" and combined with a very Diana-esque fur shawl and a little nod to Bob Fosse's choreography -- something she would mine time and time again -- Beyoncé was getting in touch with her inner Studio 54 ...by way of the Harlem Renaissance.

"Upgrade U" (2007) While talking a mean fashion game, Bey dons an even meaner braid.

"Kitty Kat" (2007) Though the video for "Kitty Kat" was only a minute long and served really as an intro to "Green Light," how the hell can we not talk about this makeup? Following the theme of the song, Beyoncé also wears a leopard-print catsuit. It's called commitment.

"Get Me Bodied" (2007) An homage to Bob Fosse's Sweet Charity, Bey sports another memorable pony and is joined by former Destiny's Children Michelle Williams and Kelly Rowland -- and -- beginning to step out of her sister's ginormous shadow -- Solange as they enter a party the only way acceptable: like a bunch of drag queens.

"Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It" (2008) The leotard worn 'round the world. Who knew such a simple concept would be the watershed moment in Beyoncé's career? Inspired once again by Fosse -- this time "Mexican Breakfast" -- but with the added touch of a Lorraine Schwartz robotic titanium glove. If Gwen Verdon had had that...let's just say Liza wouldn't be alive today.

"Diva" (2008) Just in case there were any lingering doubts, Beyoncé is a fucking diva. But for anyone questioning her female hustler status, Bey pulled some diva antics like blowing up a car of mannequins and wearing the hell out of some Gareth Pugh and vintage Thierry Mugler. Sasha Fierce was not playing around.

"Video Phone" (2009) By this point in her career, Bey had really stepped up her sartorial game, eschewing mom Tina Knowles' House of Dereon creations for haute couture. And I think we all know fellow pop queen Lady Gaga may have had a little something to do with that. The two paired up for "Video Phone" then got all Thelma & Louise for Gaga's similarly-titled "Telephone."

"Why Don't You Love Me" (2010) Betty Page met Betty Draper in the martini-swilling, chain-smoking, mascara-running incarnation of B.B. Homemaker. Foxy Cleopatra she certainly is not. Shazam!

"Run the World (Girls)" (2011) Beyoncé's style evolution pretty much peaked when she decided to wear Givenchy Haute Couture while brandishing two jackals on a leash. You don't go up from there, I'm sorry. Alexander McQueen dress and thigh-high boots, a Giuseppe Zanotti harness, an incredible disco-ball of a Gareth Pugh dress and heels, a Jean Paul Gaultier couture gown, an Emilio Pucci dress. In Beyonce's post-Apocalyptic world, haute couture is the only armor you'll need.

Cannes Red Carpet Trend: Seeing Scarlet

Amanda Gabriele — Tue, 29 May 2012 13:30:25 +0000

Cannes Film Festival came to a close during Memorial Day weekend, and we were quite impressed with most of the red carpet looks from our favorite celebrities and their stylists. Black and bling were certainly prevalent red carpet choices for the occasion, but we were pleasantly surprised at how many ladies were seeing red during the fest. Whether from nose to toes or just with a splash of detail, red on the red carpet was hot, hot, hot at Cannes 2012. See the gallery after the jump.

Cannes Red Carpet Trend: Putting on the Ritz

Amanda Gabriele — Mon, 21 May 2012 13:25:42 +0000

We are well into the fifth day of Cannes Film Festival 2012, and the red carpet is alive with celebrities in couture. So far, we’ve seen the black ball gown make numerous appearances at premieres and parties, an elegant choice for the French festival. Now it’s time for these style stars to put on the ritz. Sequins and beading have been trending on the Cannes red carpet these last fews days, and you know we can’t resist a diva in sparkles. From the parties to the premieres, it’s all about the glitz and the glamour.

Diane Kruger in Vivienne Westwood

Jada Pinkett Smith in Emilio Pucci

Gemma Arterton in Gucci

Jessica Chastain in Gucci

Jane Fonda in Roberto Cavalli

Naomi Watts in Gucci

Jada Pinkett Smith in Atelier Versace

Salma Hayek in Gucci

Jane Fonda in Atelier Versace

Salma Hayek in Gucci

Paz Vega in Giorgio Armani

Fan Bingbing in Elie Saab

Candice Swanepoel Poses in Hot Pants for Terry Richardson

Amanda Gabriele — Fri, 04 May 2012 18:45:30 +0000

LOOKBOOKS.com contributor Kenberly Paul takes a look at Candice Swanepoel’s latest editorial for Vogue Japan, photographed by Terry Richardson.

Candice Swanepoel (IMG) and Terry Richardson (Art Partner) come together again for Vogue Japan‘s June 2012 issue for the sexy-sweet editorial “The Girl Cant Help It.” The blonde bombshell gives us 80s nostalgia with a head full of blonde curls – worked by hairstylist Duffy (Streeters) – wearing fun pieces from Balmain, Emilio Pucci, Christopher Kane and Prada, styled by George Cortina. Click to see the spread after the jump.

See the original post at LOOKBOOKS.com.

Springing for Psychedelic Fashion

Zosia Baroody — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 19:00:03 +0000

Now that spring has officially arrived, people are ditching their black wardrobes for eccentric patterns and cheerful colors. So we’ve found some groovy psychedelic pieces that will brighten up your mood and wardrobe. Express your inner hippie with these warm weather-worthy pieces.

Inspiration: Dior Joaillerie

Terry Richardson Captures Winter Dressing at Its Finest for Harper’s Bazaar

Amanda Gabriele — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 14:00:41 +0000

Ice and snow doesn’t have to mean the end of fashionable dressing, why do you think there were so many incredible fur pieces on the fall runways? Eniko Mihalik shows us how it’s done in the November 2011 issue of Harper’s Bazaar. Photog Terry Richardson lugged his equipment through the Utah wilderness to take these gorgeous shots of Mihalik in vivid furs, sheer dresses and a stunning embellished cape from the likes of Louis Vuitton, Oscar de la Renta, Emilio Pucci and Marc Jacobs. Dismiss your down coats and rubber boots because this is how it’s done.

Editorial styled by Julia von Boehm. All photos from Fashion Gone Rogue.

Full Color Spectrum of Spring Fashion Week

Jessica Lapidos — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 12:25:34 +0000

Amongst the bevy of busy prints that has shaped this fashion week, we’ve noticed how equally represented Roy G. Biv has been. These shades, however, are unique to now, with a sense of vibrancy. According to designers in the Big 4: New York, London, Milan and Paris, it’s going to be a colorful Spring. Taste the rainbow.

The red of next spring is primarily bold. Think fire trucks and Louboutin soles.

In contrast to this past spring's tangerine, this orange has gone pumpkin, with reddish bronze undertones.

Just shy of neon, this near-blinder shows hints of marigold. It's vibrant and saturated, ready to tackle any busy print in a fight for loudness.

Green is feeling minty fresh. The pastel finish is crisp and clean.

True blue is blowing up cobalt. There's a great depth in this striking color.

Baby got back to the hue of blue that kisses the sky through a layer of mist.

Lavender sweeps in with an essence of calm. The color is regal, light as a princess (not nearly as light at Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge - skinny bid).

An Eccentric Full Moon Hangs Over Milan

Amanda Gabriele — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 15:26:48 +0000

As Sam and I flipped through the pages of yesterday’s WWD, we noticed some pretty kooky looks stepping off the Milan runways. When we think of Italian style, we think modern, streamlined and sexy. For Spring 2012, it seems the creative minds behind Italy’s top fashion houses decided to drop acid and design together. Not that we mind, but it is an interesting change. Here are some of the most eccentric looks for the Milan runways – would you wear them?

All photos via Style.com.

Pucci has always been know for its psychedelic, druggy prints and eccentric shapes, and Peter Dundas has done a fine job of both upholding and refining that reputation. His band of gypsies, wrapped in maxi skirts, crop tops and chunky crosses, marched down the runway with conviction and a vintage air. Over-the-top at times, but all the time sexy, this collection will be more wearable come spring than you think.

After spending the summer in Sardinia, watching her daughters come home at dawn following a night of dancing, Angela Missoni certainly tried to capture a mood in her Spring 2012 collection. Another iconic house to always be slightly left of the curve, a mélange of colors, layers and prints cascaded together in a clusterf*ck of fabric to comprise each garment.

Anna Molinari walked out at the end of her show holding a bouquet of flowers that she quite easily could have snatched from one of her Spring 2012 garments. No one would have noticed their absence from the bevy of colors and blossoms in the collection. Nary a fabric could feel left out among the neoprene and sequins, patent and raffia, fur and faux fur. I need to get my hands on some of the bouley she's tokin'.

Though toned down compared to other collections shown on the Milan runways for Spring 2012, it's not often you hear clothes coming down the runway. The bells were literally jingling from matador jackets of a sexy Spanish influence. Rosella Jardini may have designed one of the label's most wearable collections in awhile, but the extremely intricate embellishments remain appropriate for the bold only.

4 Nightly Purses to Pop Your LBD

Jessica Lapidos — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 13:02:42 +0000

Your little blacks are your solid steady and you know to use your accessories to shift the shape. These bags have gorgeous hues that will seriously enhance the whole attitude.

See them paired with fantastic LBDs to add to your collection.

Let your balls hang out.

Ball and chain handbag: Nina Ricci $1,650 at Edit New York
Body-con cutout mini knit dress: Mark Fast was $3,032 now $1,516 at Farfetch

Emma Watson Gives Good Face For Harper’s Bazaar UK

Megan Turley — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 16:31:24 +0000

Emma Watson explores her dark side for Harper’s Bazaar UK as the August cover girl. The Harry Potter star looks positively witchy in an Emilio Pucci dress from his Fall/Winter 2011.12 collection. The cover and spread played with dark and light pallets, and was photographed by Alexi Lubomirski. In her interview she talked about her plans to study abroad this year, and discussed her views on fashion. “It can be savage,” she says, “and cruel, in that it’s prescriptive — you have to look a certain way and fit a certain mould — but also in the way it’s made.” She certainly looks savage in this new spread. Click through to see the rest of the shots from Emma’s Harper’s Bazaar shoot.

Link Love: [DesignScene]

Cheap Eats & Outfit Splurges: Brooklyn Weekend

Amanda Gabriele — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 20:44:28 +0000

One of our favorite reads at FashionIndie, New York Magazine, just came out with its “Cheap Eats” issue, including 20 mouthwatering pages with the best food under $25 in New York City. Being in fashion and all, we frivolously spend most of our hard-earned cash on clothing and accessories. But that doesn’t mean we resort to street dogs and bad pizza (ewww). Over the course of three days, we will show you where you can get a cheap tasty bite while wearing the outfit you splurged on. Today, a weekend in Brooklyn.

Check out page two for the perfect outfit to splurge on for a food frenzy weekend in Brooklyn.

Couple at coffee bar

5 Dresses to make Ryan Reynolds Light Your Lantern Green

Jessica Lapidos — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 22:32:32 +0000

All the People in all the land agree that Ryan Reynolds is the Sexiest Man Alive. Thus, we should do all that it takes to garner his precious attention. Given the acclaim and success of Green Lantern, that new movie where he saves the universe in glowing skin tight magical green spandex, let’s get our green on and get into his world. Because, in the words of Ryan Reynolds himself, “I’m obsessed with Ryan Reynolds.”

(L-R)

Get earthly orchids with pleated greens: Roberto Cavalli

Painted-on body-con: Horace

Asymmetrically cut with an arm of gold: Emilio Pucci

With an applique at the chest, ~~you~~ me and Ryan Reynolds will be soul mates: Emil Couture

Like the trunk of a tree, you will stand tall in carved glory: Vassilisa

20 Brilliant Shoes to Transform Your Entire Look

Jessica Lapidos — Thu, 12 May 2011 22:21:23 +0000

The shoe is a mighty powerful thing. It can take your outfit from here to HERE. Platforms help. When co-workers, friends, dudes on the street give you the head-to-toe, the pop factor might hit at the foot. A shoe by any other name might look as sweet. These 20 shoes have transformative superpowers. See what we’re talking about, and how you can step up your look.

1. Walter Steiger: The most groundbreaking shoe in existence at this moment is the Walter Steiger Ishi, or as I like to call it – the inverse platform. Instead of the typically shaped heel that places all of the pressure of your body onto the ball of your foot, this downward slope places your weight mainly on the heel and arch, leaving your balls and toes just chillin’. That is until you roll forward and stand on point.

**The first time I saw these shoes they were drawn on a napkin. I found myself in an in depth conversation with someone at the Timo Weiland after party during Fashion Week in February about the state of shoes on the market. I had been searching tirelessly for a pair that didn’t exist. I explained to this person what I’d been looking for – a giant walk-through-puddles height platform that rolls forward at the toe, with solid ankle support. Excitedly, he reaches for napkin and pen and draws this. This person was Paul Steiger, Walter Steiger’s son. At the sample sale he invited me to that followed Fashion Week, I got these platforms and have since worn them to bits and pieces (they even survived a Bassnectar show, as they are now my favorite shoes to dance in). Then this morning, I went to the showroom and previewed the Fall collection where I got to ~~try on~~ dance in Spring’s #1:

2. Prada: Colorful striped elastic bands that hold your foot tight call for attention. The rubber sole gives you stability.

3. Alexander Wang: Zip it, flap it, lace it. You’re still showy in nude.

4. Rodarte: Engraved leather, whittled heel. That totem pole commands a look.

5. Modekungen: Black and white platform – a nod to Prabal and your dual personality.

6. Jeffrey Campbell: Arch support, who needs it? Just chop it off and leave a wooden cutout in its place.

7. Emilio Pucci: A Pucci print catches the eye, no matter what. These could make even a LBD psychedelic.

8. Julian Louie for Aldo: The ikat draws the eye and reminds of peaceful tribes.

9. Carmen Raffia: The color will blend in with your leg, thus transforming your platform incognito. Plus, the flat lean-to front sole begs the on-point stance.

10. Two Lips: The lime straps off the spine will stack you up jazzed.

11. Giuseppe Zanotti: Gold plated thick strapped flats can enhance your look without the height.

12. Balenciaga: The striped platform will hypnotize.

13. Opening Ceremony: Strapped salmon on a heel/platform that will make people wonder if you’re wearing it upside down.

14. Jeffrey Campbell: JC makes the list twice not only for its glorious affordability, but these are freaking mary janes sitting on a rainbow!! These have the capacity to alter your state of being entirely.

15. Alexander McQueen: These will actually alter your soul. The heel is a flutter of gold leaves from a coral reef deep in the sea of dreams.

16. Lanvin: Tanned fringe layered over a wooden wedge burns in the spotlight.

17. Opening Ceremony: The brightest cheetah is the boldest, and his bootie is tied with leopard chiffon. Two cats are better than one.

18. Opening Ceremony: OC is back with the most bizarre loafer I’ve seen in my life. Made purely of woven leather strands, they are one of the few flat conversation starters.

19. Fendi: Tri-sole platform makes a new covetable shape.

20. Pierre Hardy: A red patent strip in the back makes passersby do a double take.

Find shoes that will start the conversation and you’ll stand taller. The flashier shoes you have, the more you’ll be able to repeat your fabulous layering basics.

Which shoes have transformed you?

MUSE OF THE WORLD: Condé Nast Continues Its Downward Spiral, ALT Is Modest As Usual and You Too Can Smell Like a Duchess

Lester Brathwaite — Tue, 03 May 2011 22:30:20 +0000

- Condé Nast is going down in flames, mostly because I’m burning it to the ground as we speak. On the heels of Rihanna ~~dis~~gracing the cover of Vogue and Justin Bieber bringing his fever to Vanity Fair, Katy Perry is the latest popstar to cheapen the CN brand, tarting it up on the cover of June’s Vanity Fair as shot by Annie Leibovitz. Meanwhile, Liz Taylor’s Final Days are relegated to a banner. Give me “Diamonds, sharks, gay bars and the most bizarre road trip ever” over an alleged singer any day of the week. [Vanity Fair]

- André Leon Talley ranks Beyoncé in Emilio Pucci as his best dressed from the Met Gala last night, though he modestly put himself at the lowly position at #12 when in reality he was the only lady to really turn it out on that carpet. [Vogue]

- Livia Firth, wife of this year’s Best Actor Oscar winner Colin Firth, had a meeting in the ladies room at the Met Ball with Stella McCartney, Lauren Hutton, Yoko Ono, Salma Hayek, Rihanna and Hilary Alexander and was gracious enough to tweet pics of it. [Refinery29]

- Mert & Marcus by Mert & Marcus. [Fashion Gone Rogue]

- John Galliano fired his lawyer, Stephane Zerbib over “apparent irregularities in respect of his firms administration of Galliano’s financial affairs over a number of years.” Sounds like someone had their hand in the couture cookie jar. [Vogue UK]

- Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Cambridge, also known to commoners as Kate Middleton, wore White Gardenia Petals by Illuminum on her special day, thus ensuring that White Gardenia Petals by Illumnum will sell-out in a matter of minutes. [Grazia]

RED CARPET REPORT CARD: The Best, Worst & Most Boring at the Met Gala

Amanda Gabriele — Tue, 03 May 2011 13:09:14 +0000

Last night was the holy grail of red carpet fashion. The 2011 Met Ball honoring late and legendary designer Alexander McQueen brought out the best in, well, almost everyone. In this edition of Red Carpet Report Card, we’ll take a peek at the star-studded event and decide who was working, who was sleeping and who should have been turned away upon arrival.

*Andre Leon Talley wins the award for best purple tent. As always, his volumes are amazing.

Let’s take a look at the Best Dressed of the night. This category has quite a bit of people, as it should, for fashion’s biggest event. These were the As and high Bs, the working girls.

Shalom Harlow is my pick for BEST DRESSED in Marchesa. This is what the Met Ball is all about – she looks breathtaking in that gown.

I almost fell over when I saw Christina Ricci in Zac Posen. She never ages a day and looks super sexy in this sheer number.

I found Mary-Kate’s dress underwhelming, but Ashley Olsen looks ravishing in vintage Dior Haute Couture. The whole look is perfect.

Elle Fanning looks like a little couture doll in Valentino. She is so outshining her sister, it’s not even fair.

Rihanna has been looking haggard lately, so I was pleasantly surprised at how elegant she was in this striking Stella McCartney gown.

Iman, also in Stella McCartney, turned it out in a metallic gold jumpsuit. A little draggy, a lot amazing.

Karolina Kurkova in a spring 2011 Jean Paul Gaultier lace legging-dress creation. If the models can’t do it, who can?

I love this Prabal Gurung gown and funky jewelry on Ciara. White could be difficult to pull off at the ball, but she did it right.

Even though Crystal Renn is too skinny for my taste, she is an absolute vision in Alexander McQueen. I need my hair to look like this.

After getting ready in a Barneys window yesterday, Daphne Guiness showed up in McQueen. Perfect, amazing, stuns.

I loved Ginnifer Goodwin‘s look from the moment I saw it. Then I realized it was custom Topshop. Damn she makes it look good.

Naomi Campbell looks like the queen she is in custom McQueen. She wears the sedatives well too.

Hamish Bowles looks like a true gentleman in custom McQueen. Love it from head to toe.

I always wait with baited breath to see what Blake Lively is wearing. She obviously did not disappoint in a Chanel toga.

New York’s best couple showed up looking better than ever. Beyonce is working that Emilio Pucci gown like whoa.

Queen Bitch Anna Wintour gave her best smile to the camera and looks like a shiny grandiose statue in Chanel.

On to the Most Boring of the night. On any other occasion, these folks would have looked great (probably). Unfortunately, this also means they’re the Cs of the Met Ball.

I’m sleeping. Zoe Saldana is usually among the best dressed. Why did she choose this boring Calvin Klein for the biggest fashion night of the year?

Leighton Meester is amazing, but she has trouble getting it right. Different shoes and hair would have done this Louis Vuitton dress more justice.

I love this Michael Kors dress on Emma Roberts, but she has the body to wear something more over the top on a night like this.

Madonna, the Material Girl herself, definitely could have done better than this Stella McCartney dress. Pretty, but boring.

I’m actually quite obsessed with this Miu Miu dress Michelle Williams is wearing. But I would wear this to a nice dinner, not a gala.

And now ladies and gentleman, the Worst Dressed of the night. These are the Ds and Fs of the Met Ball, the creme de la creme of mistakes.

ARGH! Christina Hendricks used to dress so well! This Carolina Herrera gown is an unflattering fit and color on her.

Oh dear. Hate to say it Alicia Keys, but it looks like you’re wearing a giant turd instead of Givenchy. Brown jacket AND dress is NOT fly.

Jennifer Lopez looks like a halfway plucked bloody chicken. Matchy-matchy lipstick, bag and Gucci is a no go.

I thought Chloe Sevigny would make McQueen look good, but I was wrong. The hair is awful and the dress fits like she grabbed it off some rack.

Sorry to say it Kate Hudson, but this Stella McCartney is not a cute pregnant lady dress. And whatever is on your head isn’t working either.

Nooooo! In the rush of preparing for the gala, Lucy Liu forgot to get a wax! Oh wait, that’s just her looking blech in Vionnet.

I hope everyone enjoying looking at the red carpet photos from the 2011 Met Gala as much as I. Who was your best and worst dressed of the night?

attends the "Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty" Costume Institute Gala at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2011 in New York City.

Model Crystal Renn poses on the red carpet at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Benefit celebrating the opening of Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty, in New York, May 2, 2011. REUTERS/Mike Segar (UNITED STATES - Tags: ENTERTAINMENT FASHION)

attends the "Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty" Costume Institute Gala at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2011 in New York City.

RED CARPET REPORT CARD: LeAnn Rimes in Emilio Pucci

Amanda Gabriele — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 13:14:19 +0000

In this edition of Red Carpet Report Card, LeAnn Rimes will be graded on her Emilio Pucci Spring 2011 look worn to her wedding brunch for family and friends at Moonshadows Restaurant in Malibu. See how she looked after the jump.

LeAnn will be rated on the below categories, five being the highest and 1 being the lowest.

Fit: 4

Appropriateness: 4

Trendiness: 5

Styling: 4

Hair: 3

Makeup: 4

Pose: 4

Confidence: 5

I love that LeAnn has the balls to wear a dress with this many cutouts to her friends and family wedding brunch. But her body looks amazing and she seems very happy and confident. She would get kicked out of Westminster Abbey for this look, but it’s not too shabby for Malibu.

The Red Carpet Fashion Awards: Honoring the Best in Rouge Floor Coverings

Lester Brathwaite — Fri, 24 Dec 2010 20:18:01 +0000

Red Carpet Fashion Awards has graced us with their lists of the best in 2010′s red carpet showdowns. I guess it was only natural for the red carpet to morph into its own entity and for that entity to get its own award. I can’t actually wait til there’s a televised Red Carpet Fashion Awards program, where the Kodak Theater is strictly for arrivals and the awards are presented on the red carpet. Meta.

Cate Blanchett was named Best Dressed for her vintage Christian Lacroix from the SK-II’s “Clear for Life” event; followed by Zoe Saldana in her controversial Givenchy Haute Couture gown from this year’s Oscars; and relative unknown Fan Bing Bing in Dragon Robe by Laurence Hsu that she wore at the Robin Hood Cannes Film Festival premiere rounds out the top 3.

Sarah Jessica Parker got especial kudos for her tireless efforts promoting that giant, turbaned flop Sex and the City 2: The Menopause Strikes Back and earned the ungainly title of “Promotional Tour Star” of the year.

And my future BFF, Leighton Meester was honored for apparently getting her shit together with the “Stella’s Got Her Groove Back”…award, I guess. The RCFA also named Peter Dundas for Emilio Pucci as the “Designer of the Year” and Gucci Première as “Couturier of the Year.”

Overall, interesting choices, but this is the red carpet after all where it’s not just about the clothes, but the celebrity who’s wearing them, and where high fashion isn’t always translated to great effect. As matter of course, there are only a handful of actresses who can truly pull off haute couture, and Cate Blanchett is at the forefront.

Other notables include the always stunning Tilda Swinton, the statuesque Nicole Kidman and former model Charlize Theron. SJP is also up there because she’s got the balls to pull off anything.

Even a bird on her head.

LINK LOVE: Red Carpet Fashion Awards

Now That’s A Pucci Meat-a Ball!

Lester Brathwaite — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 19:49:25 +0000

24 Italian fashion houses have collaborated with Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana to redesign the Italian flag. What are they going to do with the old one with the mushroom that makes you grow twice your size?

Flag. By Roberto Cavalli.

The designs, by the likes of Emilio Pucci, Alberta Ferretti, Etro, Salvatore Ferragamo, Moschino, Roberto Cavalli, Max Mara and Missoni are to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the flag and is part of the exhibit “Omaggio al Tricolore” at the Vittoriano museum in Rome until January 6.

LINK LOVE: WWD

"The Fabulous & The Funky"

The Fashion Web — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 06:35:58 +0000

Tom Binns & Alexander McQueen

Roberto Cavalli

Haute Hippie & Tom Binns

Alexander McQueen & 3.1 Phillip Lim

Alexander McQueen

Victoria Beckham & By Malene Birger

Tom Binns & Anya Hindmarch

Michael Kors & Sara Berman

Moschino Cheap & Chic and Bottega Veneta

3.1 Phillip Lim & DKNY

Chloe & Temperley London

Temperley London & Fendi

Stella McCartney & Emilio Pucci

Fendi & Burberry

Emilio Pucci

Emilio Pucci & Stella McCartney

Temperley London & Bassike

Tom Binns

(netaporter.com)

LINK LOVE:"The Fabulous & The Funky"

SNAPSHOT: Kelly Bensimon for Harper’s Bazaar August

Rebecca Alexander — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:04:28 +0000

Kelly Bensimon strikes a pose in the August issue of Harper’s Bazaar, showcasing her toned figure. In the interview she reveals the truth about her infamous blowup with the ladies of the Real Housewives of New York on “Scary Island.”

Kelly Bensimon is wearing an Emilio Pucci dress and Manolo Blahnik shoes.

On the alleged breakdown on Real Housewives of New York City: “I am not crazy. I am unpredictable,” Bensimon says. And in case you were wondering, “I’m not in therapy.”

On the other Real Housewives of New York City: “Whether it’s my nail color, my hair color, or the shoes I’m wearing, everything about me bothers them.” “They want to go to the parties I go to, they want to hang out with me, they want to do the things that I’m doing.”

On moving forward: “I’m 42, and I have this new life,” she says. “Yes, I’m more mass market. And that’s okay. It’s my job.…I’ve worked so hard. It wasn’t always lollipops and unicorns.” “I tell my girls, ‘Your mom gets paid to engage in inappropriate behavior.’ It’s an amazing opportunity for them to see that being mean is not okay. I tell them, ‘If you’re in a situation like this, walk out. Don’t come back with jelly beans.’”

Andy Cohen on Kelly Bensimon’s alleged breakdown: “I think it was deeply disturbing. It seemed like she had a break of some kind, but I can’t say exactly what it was.” “She was not forced to go to Saint John by Bravo or the producers,” he says. “That’s untrue.”

Full story at www.harpersbazaar.com/kellybensimon

The August issue of Harper’s Bazaar hits newsstands July 20.

Photo Credit: Danielle Levitt

"Fashion Sweep"

The Fashion Web — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 15:51:57 +0000

Oh the beautiful dresses…they’ve become my favorite fashion piece! From the ultra feminine and colorful to the embellished and delicately detailed, I’m sold! Those designed by Victoria Beckham are among the fabulous. It appears that she’s extending her design range to include intricately detailed gowns and adding a fresh look to her form fitting dresses….a mix which appears to be working well, as all of the dresses featured here are sold out. Rachel Gilbert’s stunning gowns are fantasy-like lovelies that I’m sure we’ll see adorn the bodies of celebrities and the “fashion elite” during the upcoming season. I’m totally taken with the ruffled gown….oh how I would love to “sweep” into a room wearing that one! Another favorite is Marc Jacobs’ sequined gown….how lovely! Feminine and sexy with a hint of vintage….talk about your entrance maker! I must always add Vivienne Westwood….the “fashion veteran’s” pieces are timeless statement pieces at their best. On the “casual front,” Emilio Pucci’s embellished eagle top and Juicy couture’s military jacket are two great pieces that would look great together. Oh the beauty of it all!

Paul & Joe & Aminaka Wilmont

Paul & Joe

Acne & Roberto Cavalli

Temperley London

Victoria Beckham

Halston Heritage

Victoria Beckham

Marc Jacobs

Victoria Beckham

Yves Saint Laurent

Bird by Juicy Couture

Milly

Catherine Malandrino

Halston Heritage

Lotta Stensson

Helmut Lang

D&G

L’Agence

Aminaka Wilmont

Vivienne Westwood Anglomania

Emilio Pucci

Julien MacDonald

Rachel Gilbert

Aminaka Wilmont

Proenza Schouler

Azarro

D&G

Bird by Juicy Couture

Acne

Current/Elliott

Victoria Beckham

Current/Elliott

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BEAUTY: Introducing Miss Pucci

Marissa Moshell, Student — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 17:56:00 +0000

Get ready for Miss Pucci, Emilio Pucci’s new fragrance set to hit store shelves this summer. The upcoming installment in the Pucci scent world has been described as a “sparkling floral must”. Laudomia Pucci, the image director, says that the new perfume was created to be “true to the origins of the House of Pucci”. Pick it up in select Sephora stores at the end of August!

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TRENDSPARK: Leather Shorts

Kirby Marzec — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 17:17:02 +0000

NY Mag and and The Wall Street Journal might compare them to lederhosen, but any way you look at it, leather shorts were all over the Spring 2010 runways. From Chloe to Yves Saint Laurent and Emilio Pucci to Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen’s The Row, leather shorts, whether high-waisted, bermuda style or hot-shorts, are as trendy as ever. The best part about this trend? They can be dressed up for a classy androgynous look or dressed down to emulate last year’s trendy biker-chic.

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This Week’s Net-A-Porter "Lust List"

FashionIndie — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 18:03:40 +0000

Adam

Diane Von Furstenberg

Dannijo – BEAUTIFUL!

Milly

Maje

Dannijo

Notte by Marchesa

Maje

Christian Louboutin

Roberto Cavalli

Sass & Bide

Dannijo

McQ – I like this style of harem pant so much better than last years “full leg” offering. I find, that the the slim leg makes for a flattering silhouette.

Alice & Olivia

Dannijo

Fendi

Versace

Alberta Ferretti apron – I love this unique piece…….perfect worn over a plain dress to give it a little punch.

Chloe

Notte by Marchesa

Red Valentino

Emilio Pucci – An absolute dream!

Chloe

Marc Jacobs

Jil Sander

Chloe

Fendi

Chloe

D&G – This has to be the perfect belt, as it will pair so well with a vast number of wardrobe items.

Roberto Cavalli

Alberta Ferretti

Jason Wu

Valentino

Chloe

Valentino – This is one of THE MOST gorgeous blouses…….you will look good coming and even better going!

J. Brand

Emamo

Thread Social

Thurley

Day Birger Et Mikkelsen

Tapeet

Anna Sui

By Malene Birger

Anna Sui – definitely a favorite among favorites!

Yves Saint Laurent

Calvin Klein

Jil Sander

Calvin Klein – love the unusual design.

Emilio Pucci

Calvin Klein – Simple but nice……needs a touch of gold or silver statement jewelry.

Thurley

Valentino

Peter Pilotto

Halston

Herve Leger

Ksubi

Herve Leger – These shoes would look great with the previous look.

Proenza Schouler

Lanvin – I think this necklace has been featured is just about all the current fashion magazine issues…….which probably has much to do with the fact that it’s currently sold out.

Helmut Lang

Emilio Pucci

Halston

Givenchy

Jimmy Choo

Halston – This is actually a jumpsuit and it’s luscious!

Halston

Jimmy Choo

Donna Karan

Day Birger Et Mikkelsen

Alexander Wang – the “skirt” is removable, but I like it just as it is.

By Malene Birger

Moschino Cheap & Chic

Calvin Klein

Alexander McQueen – Sculptural and stunning!

Zac Posen

Notte by Marchesa

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Sheer Perfection: Marisa Miller for Boston Common Magazine

dietchpr1 — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:37:30 +0000

1. Bodysuit ($1,450), lace overlay ($650) and boots ($995), Dolce & Gabbana. Neiman Marcus, Copley Place, 617-536-3660; Natick Collection, 508-620-5700.

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Red Carpet Rundown: The SAG Awards

Jessica Li — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 07:30:56 +0000

Top 5 Best Dressed:

#5. Kate Hudson in a phenomenal backless Pucci gown. The Cartier back-drop necklace is the icing on the cake!

#4. Nicole Kidman is reminiscent a Morroccan holiday in her beaded Oscar de la Renta. The Fred Leighton bangles are perfection!

#3. Drew Berrymore in a stunning sapphire Monique Lhuillier… although we’re not to sure what happened to her hair…

#2. Diane Kruger channels MObama in Jason Wu. We don’t think Diane is capable of not looking good. Lucky.

#1. Miss Marion Cotillard in Elie Saab Haute Couture. We don’t care if Andre Leon Talley compared you to a rejected Laduree macaroon, we think you stole the show. Now when you’re done with that dress, we’d like to borrow it…

The Ones who REALLY Missed it…

#3. Julia Louis-Dreyfus. We know you’re wearing D&G but you must not be one of their A-list clients because you wouldn’t have ended up with such a badly made dress if you were. Those horizontal strips of cheap-looking tulle are doing nothing for your midsection, and that drop-skirt hem?!?! GIRLLL.

#2. Julie Bowen in god knows what. There is really NOTHING flattering about this dress. It looks as if the designer ran out of white fabric to finish the dress, so he just had to make do with the black! She looks like a chessboard gone wrong.

#1. Sophia Loren in Armani Prive. So bad I don’t even have words.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 23: Actress Marion Cotillard arrives at the 16th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium on January 23, 2010 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 23: (L-R) Actresses Marion Cotillard, Kate Hudson, Nicole Kidman and Penelope Cruz walk onstage at the 16th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium on January 23, 2010 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Marion Cotillard;Kate Hudson;Nicole Kidman;Penelope Cruz

LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 23: Actress Diane Kruger arrives at the 16th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium on January 23, 2010 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 23: Actress Julie Bowen arrives at the 16th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium on January 23, 2010 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 23: Actress Julia Louis-Dreyfus arrives at the 16th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium on January 23, 2010 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

RUNWAY: Emilio Pucci Spring 2010

FashionIndie — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 17:53:44 +0000

Emilio Pucci designer Peter Dundas showed a ton of one shoulder for for Spring 2010.

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More Hairy Legs on The Runway

Rebecca Alexander — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 17:13:26 +0000

I have no prob with women who don’t shave, but as a model I would think that it is a major requirement. Apparently, Carmen Kass has strong opinions on hair removal, which is why you see her hairy legs on the runway. If it doesn’t bother Emilio Pucci, why should it bother us, right?

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