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Indie Rewind: 5 Steps to a Style Icon: Brigitte Bardot

Amanda Gabriele — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:00:42 +0000

Today in 5 Steps to a Style Icon, we’re looking at a French actress who became the sex symbol of the 1960s with her long blond hair, smokey eyes and seductive gap-tooth smile. Want to know how to get Brigitte Bardot‘s effortlessly seductive look? We’ll teach you in five easy steps.

Brigitte makes the tuxedo shirt look très sexy. You'll love this version for it's luxurious silk/cotton hand and sheer, playful nature.

Channel her effortless, French style with black and white polka dots 'round your neck. Tie into a bow, and it's the only accessory you'll need.

Bardot's long, bodacious locks are easy to recreate, even if you don't have a natural wave. Prep before blow drying with a style primer and then set your hair with hot rollers. Brush out the curls and tease at your crown for extra volume.

Brigitte always rocked a kohl-lined eye and thick black eyelashes. Use an eyeshadow palette of lighter pinks and neutrals before applying Benefit's namesake liner. Finish with two coats of black mascara.

Perfect your pout just like the French bombshell with a nude lipstick that adds warmth to your skin tone. We've dubbed this Dolce & Gabbana shade the "miracle nude" because it looks great on everyone and doesn't have that chalky white "i look dead" effect.

Spotted Spring! Our Favorite Polka Dot Shoes

Zosia Baroody — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 15:55:08 +0000

Looks like Cruella De Vil is in luck because black & white spots are trending this season. Put your paws up for this edit of our favorite polkadot shoes to satisfy your dotty Dalmatian needs. Woof.

#NYFW Cheat Sheet: Callula Lillibelle Spring 2012

Danika Daly — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 15:45:16 +0000

Callula Lillibelle channeled the modern Sophia Loren for Spring 2012. Designers William Calvert and Melanie Fraser Hart sought to answer the questions who embodies Sophia Loren today and what is she wearing? Independent, glamorous starlets who came to the designers’ minds were Penélope Cruz and Beyoncé. The collection featured tons of patterns, from polka dots to leopard to raindrop. With all the spots in the room, the collection would be perfect for Cruella De Vil’s fun, flirty twin sister.

Color Palette: If Skittles had patterns, this would be the whole bag. It was a rainbow of hues

Mood: A stylish party for women

Statement Pieces: Black and white sheer polka dot blouse paired with black and white graffitiesque leopard print pants

Front Row Name Drops: It was a crowded presentation, but no one famous in sight

Gossip: All quiet on the Callula Lillibelle front

Runway Music: The music was chosen “for girls with swag who are singing it and bringin’ it,” according to William Calvert

5 Trends for Fall’s First Chill

Jessica Lapidos — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 13:31:28 +0000

Later this week, Spring 2012 will permeate the interwebs, making us go googly eyed over trends we won’t fully appreciate for another six months. Meanwhile, I stepped outside today to the first NY chill of the season. So before I get Spring Fever over New York Fashion Week, let’s chat about the looks we’ve been lusting over for Fall that we finally get to put to werq.

Jackets go ablaze when electric hues brighten up the scene. Proenza Schouler, Jil Sander and Phillip Lim have not gone back to black, and how refreshing!

RED CARPET REPORT CARD, CANNES EDITION: Kirsten Dunst in Rodarte

Amanda Gabriele — Thu, 19 May 2011 11:55:28 +0000

In this Cannes Edition of Red Carpet Report Card, Kirsten Dunst will be graded on her Rodarte Fall 2011 look worn to the 2011 Cannes Film Festival Melancholia premiere. See how she looked after the jump.

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

Fit: 4

Appropriateness: 5

Trendiness: 5

Styling: 4

Hair: 3

Makeup: 4

Pose: 4

Confidence: 4

A lot of people were saying this Rodarte dress was to busy for Cannes, but I actually think it’s perfect for the occasion. Kirsten looks lovely in this look, as this style would be very unflattering to a lot of body types. I wish the hair was different and she didn’t look so stiff because everything else is truly lovely.

CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 18: Actress Kirsten Dunst attends the "Melancholia" premiere during the 64th Annual Cannes Film Festival at Palais des Festivals on May 18, 2011 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)

Model and Actress Amber Anderson in Hipnosis Optica by Benjamin Kanarek for Harper’s BAZAAR en Español

Benjamin Kanarek — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 15:42:49 +0000

From: Benjamin Kanarek Blog

With a touch of a ’60s feel in her Vidal Sassoon and Peggy Moffitt haircut, Amber Anderson Model and Actress is posing for Benjamin Kanarek in Harper’s BAZAAR en Español, May 2011 presenting the major Ready-to-Wear Fashion Trends of the Spring-Summer 2011 Collections. (You can also read more about Amber Anderson: here).

Sensational Graphic Prints of Stripes and Waves from Diane Von Furstenberg, Azzedine Alaïa, Moschino, Playful Polka Dots from Moschino and Marni Scuba and Cycling look, Titillating Tribal Prints from Etro to Cacharel that makes you want to dance all night long, Savory Solid and Block Colors from Jill Sander long tube line dress and Louis Vuitton jumpsuit, as well as an Abstract Illusion leather vacuum-packed dress from Maison Martin Margiela.

Take bold and brash risks this season in Mixing and Matching. “Melange” is the key in coming up with your own delightfully invigorating new look. Don’t be Afraid and Mix It Up!

Hipnosis Optica

The unique furniture pieces from Designers and Fine Artists featured at La Galerie Italienne in Paris, immerse us in a graphic, vitaminized color, contemporary shaped universe which defines the fashion ambiance of the Season.

The Behind the Scenes Video

Hipnosis Optica with Amber Anderson by Benjamin Kanarek in Harper’s BAZAAR en Español – May 2011 issue

Watch the Behind the Scene’s Video

The Team

Photography and Co-Creative Direction by Benjamin Kanarek
Co-Creative Direction & Video Direction by Frédérique Renaut
Model: Amber Anderson @ Oui Management
Fashion Editor: Alexandra Elbim
Make Up by Angelik Iffennecker @ Marie-France Thavonekham
Hair by Sébastien le Corroller @ Airport
Manicure by Kamel @ B Agency
Digital Retouching by Freddy Baby, Paris

Assitants
Benjamin Kanarek’s Assistant: Timothée d’Arco
Alexandra Elbim’s Assistants: Marie Dehé
Angelik Iffennecker’s Assistant: Véronique Reina

Special Thanks to Thierry Bys for his help & support

Special Thanks to La Galerie Italienne

Soundtrack Credits

Stereophonics, Pedalpusher
N*E*R*D, Baby Doll
The Kills, I Call It Love

TREND NOISE: It’s Polka Dot Madness for 7 Celebrity Fashion Muses

Nicole Vardo — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 04:07:06 +0000

Polka dots might have been in the hiding, but thanks to House of Holland the spotty trend of Parisian elegance with a twist of American wickedness is back!

Sonia by Sonia Rykiel Polka-dot cotton and silk-blend top, $390, Net-a-porter.com

Miu Miu Pullover, $585

Moschino Polka-dot silk shorts, $525

Alice + Olivia Polka Dot Ruffle Skirt, $297 Aliceandolivia.com

Polka Dots are Spreading Like Wildfire, and We Love It

Amanda Gabriele — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 21:00:55 +0000

If you payed attention to the latest fall, spring and resort 2011 shows, you know patterns are making a comeback in a big way. Not one to lean towards minimalistic trends, I’m obviously ecstatic about the re-emergence of loud, in-your-face prints. Of all the designs to come down the runway, polka dots are my favorite. Ultra-classic and exceptionally versatile, polka dots can go from punk-rock to sweet 50s housewife to sexy pin-up girl with a quick cut and color change. How will you wear this hot pattern from spring to summer and all the way into next year? Check out our gallery for tons of great ideas.

Malandrino Fall 2011

Giorgio Armani Resort 2011

David Koma Fall 2011

Photo credits: Style.com

Giorgio Armani Resort 2011

David Koma Fall 2011

Rodarte Fall 2011

Hailey Clauson Goes Lolita Wicked For Jill Stuart Spring 2011

Nicole Vardo — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 18:18:27 +0000

Hailey Clauson who is signed with FORD and Marilyn modeling agencies can best be recognized as the white girl version of Victoria’s Secret‘s hottie Adriana Lima. And on another note she’s not only one of the best faces on the runways but she also has a blog! Plus getting photographer by Skye Parrott for Jill by Jill Stuart Spring 2011 campaign is pretty boss!

Zero + Maria Cornejo Uses Pattern & Texture For A Rich Pre-Fall Collection [30 Images]

Amanda Gabriele — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 18:20:05 +0000

If you are hot and young with impeccable style, you’ll be wearing the Zero + Maria Cornejo pre-fall 2011 collection all through Labor Day weekend.

Heidi Klum SPOTTED Wearing Project Runway

Nicole Vardo — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 21:35:24 +0000

Heidi Klum was spotted…(literally) wearing a dress by Project Runway runner-up, Mondo Guerra to the Black Swan premiere at the AFI Fest in Los Angeles on Thursday night.

“Mondo Guerra was a fan favorite, and one of my favorites as well. I love his modern black and white polka dot gown; it really represents his design style, fun yet still chic.”

Chic?… Negative.

arrives at the "Black Swan" screening during AFI Fest 2010 Closing Night Gala at Grauman's Chinese Theatre on November 11, 2010 in Hollywood, California.

STYLED: Chains & Polka dots

Jessica Li — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 16:07:50 +0000

Top: F21

Skirt: Zara

Heels: H&M

I found this skirt all by it’s lonesome in the sale section of Zara, I couldn’t just leave it there! It deserved a good home like all it’s friends. It wasn’t very expensive, so I took her in. I don’t know what I was going for with this look – Minnie mouse goes nerdy/edgy?

Link Love: The Voguette

TrendSpark: Polka Dot Nails

Marissa Moshell, Student — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 22:00:05 +0000

Okay, so maybe the bow on the nails above is a little much, but you have to admit the polka dots are great! Polka dots on nails is an epidemic. The innovative trend is a widespread statement, let’s face it, we love it! With the perfect color collaboration, polka dots on your nails could look absolutely perfect when paired with any ensemble. Just ask Solange!

Beach Chic-Part Duex

Lauren Garroni — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 16:37:53 +0000

Gap has kind of been hit and miss over the last decade, but it seems to be getting cooler thanks to new creative director Patrick Robinson. I’m currently obsessed with this retro-beach chic look. It’s so 1950′s with the polka-dots. It’s a great outfit for the beach or a night out afterwards. All you have to do is pair this with a high waisted skirt and you’ve got an evening look. And the best part is it’s only 42 bucks!