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By Andrea Petrou on October 25th, 2011
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Sarah Harding is doing “really well” in rehab
By Andrea Petrou on October 25th, 2011
Sarah Harding is doing “really well”.
The Girls Aloud star entered rehab earlier this month to receive treatment for depression and alcohol addiction and bandmate Kimberley Walsh says she’s responding well.
Kimberley – who is currently playing Princess Fiona in the West End production of ‘Shrek’ – said: “I don’t want to go into detail about Sarah, but she’s doing really well. I hope that soon she will be well enough to come and see me. My contract’s due to end in February.”
While Sarah is yet to go and see Kimberley in action, Cheryl Cole and Nicola Roberts have and Kimberley is hoping Nadine Coyle will follow suit.
She told new! magazine: “Cheryl and Nicola have seen it and they loved it. They texted me earlier to wish me good luck. Nadine will hopefully come and see me, too.”
The 29-year-old beauty also revealed the group – who are currently on a break – are keen to work together again and would love to be the subject of their own musical.
She said: “A musical about Girls Aloud would be brilliant! It would work because it would have songs that are relatable. The girls and I have something planned for next year.”
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Lindsay Lohan to pose nude for Playboy magazine
By Andrea Petrou on October 25th, 2011
Lindsay Lohan is to pose naked for Playboy magazine.
The troubled actress – who was last week told she had to clean morgues for 16 hours a week as part of a court order until a probation hearing on November 2 – will reportedly earn almost $1 million for baring all in the adult magazine.
According to TMZ.com, the 25-year-old star originally turned down a $750,000 offer from Playboy boss Hugh Hefner to pose nude, demanding that the figure should be closer to $1 million.
It is believed the shoot started over the weekend, with Lindsay – who could face up to 18 months in prison if she is found guilty of violating the terms of her probation for a 2007 DUI (driving under the influence) conviction – having to fit it in around her court-ordered morgue duties.
However, this isn’t the first time the star has posed naked.
In 2008, the ‘Mean Girls’ actress stripped off to recreate the infamous ‘Last Sitting’ shots of Marilyn Monroe, taken by photographer Bert Stern just six weeks before she died of a drugs overdose, with Lindsay admitting at the time she was “comfortable” with nudity.
She said: “I didn’t have to put much thought into it. Working with Bert Stern on a Marilyn Monroe shoot was really an honour. When is that ever going to come up again?
“I wanted to portray the look and get it point-on as much as I could, to bring it back to life. I was comfortable with it, the nudity and everything.”
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Amy Winehouse’s addictions were “within her control” when she died says Reg Traviss
By Andrea Petrou on October 25th, 2011
Reg Traviss insists Amy Winehouse’s addictions were “within her control” when she died.
The film director – who dated the late ‘Rehab’ singer for two years and got engaged to her weeks before she was found dead at her London home in July aged 27 – believes her passing was as a result of the damage she had put her body through during her years of drink and drug abuse, though he insists she didn’t drink excessively for her age and was clean of narcotics.
He said in an interview with the Daily Mirror newspaper: “She had been involved with drugs long before we were together. That was way in the past, that was not a bit of her life.
“You couldn’t put her in a room with drugs, it just wasn’t her world any more. She had nothing to do with drugs, had no interest in drugs, all that was in the past.
“The drinking as well, it wasn’t any more than a lot of people her age. I know girls of 27 who work in the City and they drink more than she drank. They binge-drink three or four nights a week.
“But she had all that within her control. What happened was a reaction to the abuse she had put her body through a few years ago.
“These things take a strain and if the body gets strained it takes its toll.
“I believe that’s what it was and I think that the seizures she had been having were a consequence of that.”
Reg is doing his best to move on with his life and has returned to work, but admits he is finding it “tough” at times.
He said: “It’s been foggy, very foggy… very tough. I have started getting back to work and keeping busy, but it’s difficult.
“You start thinking about it, you get down – it brings you down. Amy had turned a corner, that is the tragedy.
“I get good days and bad days. It’s like that really. You are realistic, you understand it and accept it, and then on the flip side everything seems surreal. Even talking about it is strange.”
The inquest into Amy’s death is due to reopen tomorrow (26.10.11) after it was opened and adjourned on July 25.
An initial postmortem examination proved inconclusive, but her family later said toxicology results had shown there were no illegal drugs found in her system at the time of her death.
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Spice Girl spotlight: Victoria Beckham aka Posh Spice then and now
By Andrea Petrou on October 25th, 2011
Victoria Beckham is undoubtedly the most successful Spice Girl to date, carving out a career for herself as a well respected fashion designer.
Earlier today we reported that her fashion line had reportedly made £15 million in the first three months of this year and her designs have been worn by the likes of Cheryl Cole. However, she wasn’t always a queen of style.
Back in the Spice Girl days the singer known as Posh was often spotted in questionable outfits consisting of boring black dresses that clung onto her not so toned figure. And her hair changed more times then we could remember going from that plain brown bob to edgy blonde pixie crops and then extensions.
When she met and married David Beckham however her style took on a sleeker approach. Tailored dresses and trousers clung to her new skinny figure and her hair remained short. Then came her jeans range DVB, which morphed into her now fashion line, which has put her at the forefront of the fashion world. However, since Harper Seven was born Ms Beckham’s style has softened.
Floral dresses and pastel colours have formed a staple part of her wardrobe edging out those skinny numbers.
We look at her style then and now in the gallery below.
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By Andrea Petrou on October 25th, 2011
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Victoria Beckham reportedly made £15 million from her fashion line in the first three months of 2011
By Andrea Petrou on October 25th, 2011
Victoria Beckham reportedly made £15 million from her fashion line in the first three months of 2011.
The singer-turned-fashion designer raked in the staggering figures after increasing sales by 71 per cent since last season and the star – who has seen her Victoria Beckham designs worn by celebrities including Cheryl Cole and Elle Macpherson – is said to be thrilled.
A source close to the 37-year-old star – who is married to soccer superstar David Beckham – said: “Victoria never dreamed her clothing range would be successful. She is close to eclipsing her husband David!
“The fashion business is currently due to exceed all expectation with its figures up 71 per cent on last season, which equals £15 million in sales, while the turnover increases from £1.3 million to £2.8 million.
While Victoria’s designs retail for up to £5,000, she recently launched a more affordable second range – Victoria by Victoria Beckham – her second range – which she says channels her “inner girl”.
Victoria – who recently gave birth to first daughter Harper, a sister for the couple’s three sons – explained: “It’s definitely channelling my inner girl. I started this collection before I was pregnant and the doctors told me at first I was having a boy. So mainly I wanted to do dresses that I wanted, that weren’t ‘out there’ – and at the same time show that, contrary to what most people think, I do have a sense of humour.”
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Handbag designer Luella Bartley says Alexa Chung dresses for herself
By Andrea Petrou on October 25th, 2011
Alexa Chung dresses for herself, according to handbag designer Luella Bartley.
The British model-and-presenter is known for her unique laidback style and Luella says she is a classic example of how English women should look.
Luella – who the best-selling Gisele style bag for Mulberry in 2002 – told the Observer newspaper: “English women are more concerned with looking cool and interesting than sexy or alluring. Alexa dresses in a very stylish way that is not about being sexy. I like to think she dresses for herself. That’s quite English. Men don’t come into it in a way. English women are feminists without thinking about it. We spend more time trying to make statements than looking nice. But not all English girls are like that – there are still the Cheryl Coles.”
And despite designing an iconic bag, Luella – whose own label closed in 2009 – insists she’s not a fan of It-bags.
She said: “It seems awful – I mean the It-bag, that’s the beginning of the end of culture in general. My label Luella was supposed to be lighthearted and all about individuality – not about the most wanted handbags.”
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The Q Awards: Jessie J, Pam Hogg and more
By Andrea Petrou on October 25th, 2011
London took on a rock theme last night as the stars came out for the Q Awards. Leading the fashion was Jessie J who turned up in a trademark black bodysuit, tights and a biker jacket.
She was followed by Lana Del Rey who also sported the biker jacket over a white and yellow frock.
The Pierces went all girly in velvet frocks and Laura Whitmore also played it safe in denim. However, Pam Hogg who vamped up the night in a black PVC number in a figure we would kill for.
See the gallery below for all the star style
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Versace for H&M collection unveiled – here are our favourite items!
By Elisabeth on October 24th, 2011
After months of anticipation images of the Versace for H&M collection have just been unveiled – including some great campaign shots – and while the complete collection is pretty amazing we have put our favourite pieces into a gallery.
The designer high street collection is available from 17th November with prices ranging from £19.99 for jewellery, £69.99 for shoes, £24.99 for leggings, and between £49.99 to £179.99 for dresses. We have already got our eyes on one or three items…
Check out more campaign shots below the gallery
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ShinyStyle Loves: Dorothy Perkins AW 2011 collection
By Andrea Petrou on October 24th, 2011
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Kirsten Dunst is having a wardrobe clear-out because she wants to start dressing her age
By Andrea Petrou on October 24th, 2011
Kirsten Dunst is having a wardrobe clear-out because she wants to start dressing her age.
The 29-year-old actress has decided to get rid of all of her “childish dresses” because she believes they are too “cute” and are no longer appropriate for her because she will turn 30 next April.
Kirsten explained to T Magazine: “I’m currently cleaning out my closet of childish dresses. I want to start dressing like I’m 30. Some of the things I have are like, I can’t wear this anymore, it’s not cute.”
While Kirsten doesn’t enjoy shopping because she is constantly besieged by fans, she confessed she does love dressing up for photo shoots.
She said: “I don’t shop for a long time. People bother you.
I like it when I do a photo shoot and it’s a fantasy of something. I knew the concept and I’m easy, you can dress me up.”
Kirsten admits to being more comfortable in vintage clothing and says the 1920s costumes she wore in ‘The Cat’s Meow’ when she played William Randolph Hearst’s actress-mistress Marion Davies were her ideal outfits.
She explained: “There was a white dress that I would have loved to have kept. People look better in black and white – it’s so much more powerful.”
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By Andrea Petrou on October 24th, 2011
Kelly Rowland looks hot, hot, hot in a leather mini dress by Topshop
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Miranda Kerr has been working out for 6 months to get in shape for Victoria’s Secret show
By Andrea Petrou on October 24th, 2011
Miranda Kerr has been working out for the past six months to get in shape for the upcoming Victoria’s Secret Fashion show.
The stunning model – who gave birth to son Flynn in January – admits she’s been exercising hard so she is in her best shape for the prestigious annual show, which takes place next month.
Miranda – has been chosen to wear this year’s $2.5 million ‘Fantasy Bra’ – told fashionista.com: “This is something I’ve always wanted to do. I do yoga. That’s something I consistently do as well as Pilates. So I’ve been doing that for the past six months. But I’ve been doing more squats because you gotta get that booty up – you really can’t hide anything when you’re up there on that runway – you’ve got cameras coming at you from every angle.”
The bra has 3,400 gems hand-stitched into the it and took more than 500 hours to make. The piece of lingerie contains diamonds, pearls, citrines and aquamarines and a tassel centrepiece comprised of two 8-carat white diamonds and two yellow 14-carat diamonds.
The 28-year-old beauty said after being chosen: “It’s such an honour to wear the bra! And it’s such a piece of artwork! It’s absolutely stunning – it kind of feels a little mermaid-like – but I can’t believe I’m wearing $2.5 million on my chest.”
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Nicole Richie to create her own fragrance
By Andrea Petrou on October 24th, 2011
Nicole Richie will create her own perfume.
The fashion designer has signed a worldwide fragrance deal with TPR Holdings LLC to launch her own scent which promises to be “cool, classy and edgy”.
Brian Robinson, president of TPR said: “She has a wide breadth of creative talents being an author, a jewellery designer, a fashion designer and an aspirational figure.
“People look favourably on her. She’s done a great job with her image.”
The company are hoping the scent will reflect the 30-year-old style icon’s “very distinct image” and have already begun collaborating with Nicole on fragrance ideas.
Brian added to WWD: “We have put together mood boards to get a feeling of where she sees herself positioned in the fragrance world.”
While working on her fragrance, Nicole will also juggle her role as a judge on ‘Fashion Star’ – which sees aspiring designers compete for a contract to have their products sold in retailers in the US – with designing her clothing and accessories brands Winter Kate and House of Harlow.
Nicole recently revealed she only ever created clothes she would want to wear herself.
She said: “My main goal for this particular collection – and for all the footwear that I design – is I want the shoes to look great but be comfortable at the same time.
“I’m a girl and I love shoes. Who doesn’t want to make exactly what you want?”
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