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campaign, Celebrity gossip, charity, Fashion News, Gossip
By emilyborrett on August 18th, 2011
The actress Sienna Miller has donated her favourite pairs of shoes to the charity “Small Steps Project”, which raises awareness of children in Cambodia working on landfill sites.
Along with other celebrities such as Sarah Jessica Parker, Colin Firth and Eva Green, Sienna will be auctioning off her very favourite shoes, with the profit going to the Small Steps Project, at the Royal Society of Medicine on the 12th of October.
The charity was started by celebrity journalist Amy Hanson, who was shocked by the poverty and living conditions in Cambodia when she visited in 2008. She said about her time there: “When I went to Cambodia, I witnessed huge landfills filled with our waste and excess packaging where the local children would look for scraps to sell in order to support their families. Ideally we want to raise enough money to get the children away from the rubbish dumps and into schools, but for now we’re focusing on providing durable boots to prevent the children from harming themselves with the shards of glass and sharp objects on the ground.”
A very worthy cause. If you happen to be the same shoe size as Sienna, and you’ve got money to burn then get down to that auction in October!
Tags: auction, charity, donation, Eva Green, Footwear, high heels, shoes, sienna miller, SJP, small steps project
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Celebrity gossip, Celebrity Style, Designer collaborations, Gossip
By emilyborrett on August 16th, 2011
Claudia Schiffer has spoken out about her brand new cashmere collection to say how proud she is of each piece.
The collection, which was a collaborative effort between the supermodel and knitwear brand Iris von Arnim, includes a range of granddad cardigans, knitted dresses and boyfriend jumpers – each of which Claudia designed with her own tastes in mind.
Claudia told Hello! magazine: “When deciding to launch my cashmere collection it was important to create something true to my personal sense of style and aesthetic, where I would want to wear every piece and be proud of what I was offering to other women. The model also revealed that her inspiration behind the cashmere collection was the woodlands that she walked in as a child in Germany. “My inspiration is the forest and its dark side. It’s not about the cute fox, more the fox eating its prey and pebbles lying on the forest floor that could turn out to be spiders.”
This new project means that Claudia won’t be returning to the catwalk anytime soon, as she wants to devote all her time to the new knitwear venture. When asked about the lack of plans to return to modelling, Claudia said: “I’d much rather be working on this new project anyway. I want to meet all the press and buyers personally – it’s that kind of project.”
A catwalk without Claudia is like a day without sunshine! Come back to us soon.
Tags: boyfriend jumper, cashmere, Claudia Schiffer, designer collaboration, Knitwear, PROJECT, supermodel
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Accessories, campaign, Celebrity gossip, Christmas gifts, Department Stores, Designer collaborations, Gossip
By emilyborrett on August 16th, 2011
We desperately want to get a flight to New York this Christmas, because we’ve just heard that Lady Gaga is collaborating with her BFF Nicola Formichetti to design a range of limited edition gifts for Barney’s department store.
The seasonal campaign, titled “Gaga’s Workshop”, will be taking over the fifth floor men’s department in November, turning the area into Gaga’s very own bizarre Christmas wonderland.
The gifts that will be on sale include sweets, toys, candles, cosmetics and jewellery made entirely out of rock candy, as well as Gaga-curated books and CDs. Barney’s chief exec, Mark Lee, spoke out about the new collaboration: “Holiday is about joy, sharing and inclusiveness, and to me, Gaga really represents all of that. Her platform is so much about positivity, individuality and universality in a very today way.”
He continued, “There are a lot of things for fans of all ages, for kids and kids at heart. I think our existing and new customers will find fun things to share and give as gifts in a lighthearted and not so serious way.”
We actually cannot wait to see what Lady Gaga’s take on the holiday season will be. Get us to NYC in time for Christmas!
Tags: "gift ideas", Barneys, Christmas, department store, holiday campaign, lady gaga, New York
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Celebrity gossip, Celebrity Style, Gossip, Red Carpet
By emilyborrett on August 16th, 2011
Lea Michele’s new love for fashion and dressing up has come from working on the ‘Glee’ show, according to boss Ryan Murphy.
The creator of Glee says Lea’s blossoming and developing sense of style is down to the confidence she’s gained since playing Rachel Berry on the show. Ryan told American Vogue: “When I met Lea, she was only sort of interested in clothes- but in the last two years she’s become a red-carpet star. I think what happened is Lea went to an event, and someone said, ‘Oh, you look pretty.’ It was an interesting moment for her.”
Lea’s certainly got the red-carpet X Factor, appearing at glitzy events in couture gowns – we always look forward to seeing what the star will be wearing next.
She’s not the only Glee star that has had a bit of an education in fashion since the beginning of the show. Chris Colfer, who plays the impeccably dressed teen Kurt, says that he’s learnt huge amounts from playing his character on the show.
He said: “When Glee started, I had no idea who Marc Jacobs was. In no way was I a fashion person! I did all my shopping at my small-town Target. Maybe if I dressed better I wouldn’t have had such a hard time in school. Now, as Kurt, I get to wear all these amazing things, by people whose names I can’t even pronounce.”
Tags: Celebrity Style, Glee, Gossip, gown, Lea Michele, rachel berry, Red Carpet
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Celebrity gossip, Celebrity Style, Fashion Tips, Gossip
By emilyborrett on August 16th, 2011
Patricia is most famous for her work styling Sex and The City
The notoriously fabulous Sex and the City stylist Patricia Field advises aspiring fashionistas that good style doesn’t necessarily equal huge amounts of money.
Field says that anyone can have style on a budget; they just need to find the right style to suit them. “Style is not the equivalent of money. Some people have lots of money and no style – some people have no money and lots of style. Style comes from a different choice – it comes from your philosophy and your job patterns and how you feel. I mean my life is very heavily around people much younger than myself. Young people, they don’t have a lot of money but the young people are the ones with the style. Young people have energy, and old people do not – and that energy translates into interests and getting information – and from all of that you can work out your style.”
The stylist says that the key secret to a stylish wardrobe is having a few classic, staple pieces – the pieces depending on the wearer. She said: “In anyone’s wardrobe there are those key pieces for them that they can’t live without. I could talk about myself, or somebody specific, but in general I would say that the more variation that you offer yourself in your wardrobe – the more combinations you will be able to create because you have more options.”
More variety you say? Well in that case, Patricia, I’ll go and max out my Topshop card right now..
Tags: affordable fashion, Carrie Bradshaw, Fashion Tips, key pieces, patricia field, SATC, sex and the city, style, Stylist
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Celebrity gossip, Celebrity Style, Events, Features, Gallery, Gossip
By emilyborrett on August 16th, 2011
Jenny Frost looked pretty and glamorous in her black maxi dress, hanging off Jeff Brazier who looked sweet in a tweed blazer
We always knew that Big Brother would be back, and now that lovely old Channel 5 has bought the show it’s not going to be long until it’s back on the airwaves. Yesterday the press launch party took place in Hertfordshire, with Big Brother’s most famous (and forgotten) faces in attendance.
Naturally, Brian Belo was there – the day he doesn’t come to anything BB related will be the day we die of shock – and he actually looked quite nice yesterday in a crumpled white shirt with some slim-fitting men’s chinos. Another Brian that looked quite lovely was our favourite, Brian Dowling, who looked very dapper and sharp in a two-piece grey men’s suit.
On the girl’s side we had the beautiful TV presenter Emma Willis, who looked fresh and pretty in a polka-dot tea dress with red detailing and red patent heels. Also there was the ex-Atomic Kitten and Snog Marry Avoid? presenter Jenny Frost, who showed off long, tanned pins in a split-skirt black maxi dress, with lots and lots of gold jewellery. Keep up the good work, Jenny.
We must also note that some ex-housemates did not make much of a sterling effort: last series’ Sam Pepper wore scruffy cut-offs, his usual cap and a bright yellow T-shirt. I’m sorry, Sam, but didn’t anyone tell you that this is a glitzy event? BRIAN BELO is here, for god’s sake. 2009′s Marcus Akin was there – you know, the one that looks like a rubbish Wolverine – in a cringey Ed Hardy tee and leather bracelets. No one should wear Ed Hardy when they’re emptying the cat litter tray, let alone going to a press party. Take note Marcus.
To see which housemates were at the launch, check the gallery above.
Tags: celebrity big brother, channel 5, Emma Willis, evening dress, event, launch party, reality TV
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Celebrity gossip, Celebrity Style, Gossip
By emilyborrett on August 15th, 2011
Kate Moss may be the UK’s fashion national treasure and one of this year’s most beautiful brides (sorry, who’s Kate Middleton?) but she sure knows how to get on the nerves of her neighbours.
In the past she’s been reputed to have driven people crazy in her Cotswolds home with banging parties and loud rock and roll playing throughout the night – and now it seems she’s angering people again as she plans to install a heavy CCTV security system around the North London home that she shares with Jamie Hince
We get that a very famous lady needs a teensy bit more security around their big fancy palace than the average nobody, but it seems that Mossy might have to compromise as the locals don’t want to back down over this.
A source told the Daily Star newspaper: “Kate is giving her house a makeover, but locals are unhappy with her plans to install so much CCTV. She was hoping to move in soon, but it looks like she’s going to have a fight with the council planners and neighbours first.”
Camden council have already received complaints about the CCTV plans – looks like it’s going to be HANDBAGS AT DAWN as Kate takes on the council. Fight!
Tags: bridalwear, camden, celebrity wedding, fight, Gossip, Jamie Hince, Kate Moss, new house, wedding
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Celebrity gossip, Gossip
By emilyborrett on August 15th, 2011
Congratulations to Momma Alba! The Spy Kids actress, who’s been breathtakingly pregnant for a while now, finally gave birth on Saturday to her new baby girl.
The new baby, who’s been named Haven Garner, will join her three-year-old sister Honor in the Warren/Alba clan. Jessica announced Haven’s arrival on her Facebook page: “She was born on Saturday, weighed 7 lbs. and was 19 inches long. Healthy and happy! Big sister Honor couldn’t be more excited about the new addition to our family. Thank you for all of your support during my pregnancy. It means the world to me.” Aw, you’re welcome.
Haven’s arrival into the world has been long-awaited – before the birth Jessica spoke about the new addition to the family and about how excited she was. “The idea of loving someone as much as I love Honor is something I haven’t wrapped my head around yet. But I know I will and I can’t wait. As a mother carrying a baby we get to bond while the baby is growing – reaching each milestone, feeling hiccups, kicks, rolling around. It’s the blessing I think we get for all the round-ligament pain, sciatic pain and frequent trips to the bathroom.”
We love a new celebrity baby – congrats again to Jessica Alba and her hubby Cash Warren.
Tags: baby bump, cash warrern, celebrity gossip, Jessica Alba, maternity, new baby, pregnancy, spy kids
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Accessories, Celebrity gossip, Gossip, jewelry
By emilyborrett on August 15th, 2011
Kate Hudson’s new jewellery line is said to reflect the actress’ light, carefree personality.
The blonde surfer-girl actress, who is famed for her hippyish bohemian style, has collaborated with her friend Laurie Lee Stark to create the new line “CK+KH”, which specialises in jewellery charms and accessories.
Laurie told Elle magazine: “We use a lot of aquamarines because Kate loves them. But to me they also evoke her personality. She’s so open and light.”
The design duo also have Kate’s famous mother, Goldie Hawn, to thank, as Kate has admitted her iconic mother inspired her own tastes. She confessed that her love for jewellery was sparked as a child when she saw Goldie wearing a particular choker necklace.
Kate said: “It was one of the first pieces I ever remember my mother wearing, and it was like, ‘Wow, I hope one day I get to wear jewellery like that’.”
Tags: brand, charm bracelet, choker, Goldie Hawn, Jewellery, Kate Hudson, launch
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Designers, Fashion News, Gossip
By emilyborrett on August 11th, 2011
BREAKING FASHION GOSSIP! The Brazilian website Glamurama claims to have spoken to sources close to Bernard Arnault, the chairman of LVMH, and gleaned the gossip that super-designer Marc Jacobs is hotly tipped to leave his position at Louis Vuitton to become creative director of Christian Dior
There’s been an awful lot of speculation over who would take over Christian Dior following John Galliano’s disgracing – Azzedine Alaia and Riccardo Tisci have both been considered – but we have to say the idea of Arnault encouraging Marc to take over Dior is an incredibly exciting thought.
The site claims: “The two have met often in recent weeks to discuss the matter. Jacobs, the current creative director of Louis Vuitton, renewed his contract with LVMH in January – and it is possible for him to continue in his current position even if he takes over Dior. More likely, however, is that he’ll end up choosing between one of two. Arnault would prefer him to go to Dior – as the billionaire sees it; Jacobs‘ image will only be good for the fashion house, which was considerably shaken by the Galliano scandal.”
As we all know, the position of creative director at Christian Dior has been standing empty ever since John Galliano made an unfortunate racist slur in Paris. We’ve been absolutely dying to find out which direction the iconic fashion house will be taken in, and who will take it there. Hopefully it won’t be long now until we find out.
Marc Jacobs for Dior? Who knows. Watch this space..
Tags: Christian Dior, creative director, disgrace, Fashion News, Gossip, John Galliano, Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs, Paris Fashion Week, racist
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Celebrity gossip, Celebrity Style, Gossip
By emilyborrett on August 11th, 2011
We all pored over the photos of Kate Moss’ long-awaited marriage to Kills rocker Jamie Hince last month – and now the supermodel has revealed that her inspiration behind the big day was her favourite TV show, “My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding”.
The Channel 4 programme, which is all anyone could talk about when it was on telly, apparently mesmerised our Mossy with its lavish nuptials and wedding dresses so big that the brides couldn’t fit through the door.
She told the September edition of Vogue magazine: “I am so romantic about gypsies. You can’t believe the dresses. They’re like blinging butterflies times ten; they can’t move down the aisle! It’s so genius.”
The model’s version was a far more English and pretty affair, however, with a stunning beaded gown designed by John Galliano and bridesmaids wearing floaty white gowns with garlanded hair. We still kind of wish Kate had gone properly all-out on the traveller theme – a fluorescent pink puffbal gown with animated fairylights and butterflies, perhaps?
Tags: bridalwear, Gossip, gypsy, Jamie Hince, John Galliano, Kate Moss, my big fat gypsy wedding, wedding
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Beauty, Celebrity gossip, Celebrity Style, Fashion News, Gossip
By emilyborrett on August 11th, 2011
The supermodel Lara Stone has confessed that modelling was never her ambition when she was growing up.
Lara said that as a child she never thought that modelling could be an “actual job”, planning instead as a little girl to become a stay-at-home mother. We bet if Lara’s younger self could see her now, fronting campaigns for Calvin Klein, Hugo Boss and Givenchy, she’d be staggered.
She said: “Modelling wasn’t on my radar at all. I remember looking at all those amazing photos of Kate Moss but at first I didn’t realise it was an actual job. I came from a standard family – my mum was a stay-at-home mum and my dad worked. So you think that’s what your life is going to be; meet a nice man, get married and have some babies. I know when I was younger I wanted to do tonnes of different jobs. I used to come up with these crazy jobs to try and provoke my parents but they said you can be anything you want. I was like, ‘I want to be a garbage man’ and they were like, ‘That’s OK, we still love you!’”
We’re so glad Lara realised her ambition – she’s one of our favourite models.
Tags: Calvin Klein, career, David Walliams, fashion industry, Lara Stone, model, supermodel
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Beauty, Celebrity gossip, Gossip
By emilyborrett on August 10th, 2011
The actress Emma Stone, along with Cowboys and Aliens star Olivia Wilde, is set to become the next global ambassador for the iconic cosmetics brand, Revlon.
You won’t see our favourite American redhead as the face of Revlon until 2012, but when the campaigns finally hit, her face along with Olivia’s will be all over magazines, TV and the internet.
Previous women to have represented Revlon include Kate Moss, Jessica Biel and Halle Berry – so we hope Emma is feeling pretty good about herself right now.
Gucci Westman, the artistic director of Revlon, explained the brand’s new choice of ambassador: “Both embody strength, beauty and femininity. Emma is so classic in a Grace Kelly real movie star way and she is an amazing actress as well. Olivia has the most unbelievably beautiful eyes and she is also cool and intelligent. I cannot wait for everyone to see our new Revlon campaigns.”
Neither can we!
Tags: Ambassador, Beauty, campaign, Cosmetics, Emma Stone, Olivia Wilde, Revlon
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Celebrity gossip, Gossip
By emilyborrett on August 10th, 2011
The former Spice Girl, Mel C or “Sporty” as those born in the 90s will fondly remember her, has spoken out against Rihanna, criticising her for overtly sexual music videos and stage performances.
Sporty, who has a two-year old daughter called Scarlet, is getting more and more worried about how sexual today’s media is and particularly about the “S&M” singer’s very sexual performances.
Mel said to the Daily Mirror, “People have to take some responsibility because we’ve got to a point where the over-sexualisation of young children has gone too far. I think music is a big part of that. Women in music are extremely sexual and they have young fans. It is inappropriate. Rihanna has a responsibility and although culture’s always changing, it’s changed too much. It needs to be dealt with. It’s reached saturation point, we owe it to our kids to protect them.”
She continued that she believes some of Ri-Ri’s artistic decisions are down to the fact that she doesn’t have any children herself, saying, “I love Rihanna, I think she’s a f***ing brilliant artist, with great songs, a great record and she looks fantastic … but she’s not a mum. Maybe if she becomes one she’ll feel different. I hope so anyway.”
We would quite like to see a music video with Rihanna being less sexy and more normal too. Maybe Ri-Ri wearing her nan’s cardigan, watching Take Me Out in a T-shirt with an egg stain on it. No?
Tags: catfight, celebrity gossip, criticise, Mel C, Rihanna, Spice Girls, spice girls now, sporty spice
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Celebrity gossip, Gossip
By emilyborrett on August 10th, 2011
Our favourite bonkers hitmaker, Lady Gaga, has described herself as “emotionally thin” – for anyone as bemused as we are by that phrase, it just means vulnerable, but Gaga doesn’t like that word as it implies that she just cries all the time.
When asked in an interview what she’s come to learn about herself recently, she replied: “I learned that to be a great artist, you must be emotionally very thin. Your tears and anger and your happiness must be just under the surface of your first layer of skin. I like to say ‘emotionally thin’ because it’s much more dramatic. Vulnerable to me implies only tears.”
We really like a celebrity that we can relate to, and that isn’t afraid to wear her (mental and technicoloured) heart on her sleeve. Take care, Gaga. We love you!
Tags: celebrity gossip, creativity, emotions, inspiration, lady gaga, Music
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