Julie Benz
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Sunday, February 28, 2010
Saturday, February 20, 2010
Lauren Conrad and Lo Bosworth left the Crown Lounge
Lauren Conrad and Lo Bosworth left the Crown Lounge
Celebrity Style on Trial: Gwyneth Paltrow's high heels and short skirts
Gwyneth Paltrow's high heels and short skirts
Celebrity Style: Elle Macpherson in London
Elle Macpherson has been in London this week and she was spotted at the Apple Store on Regent Street. The model who was with her sons Flynn and Aurelius Cy looked chic as ever despite the messy hair. I like the way she breaks up a dark coloured outfit with stripes and a pale coloured scarf. It creates a great no-effort look which could also look formal enough for office wear. See below for ways to get her look.
Celebrity Style: Diane Kruger
Diane Kruger has emerged as a red carpet style fixture, and her preference for straight-from-the-runway looks has succeeded in capturing the attention of many a fashion house (think Burbury Prorsum, J. Mendel, Calvin Klein, Chloe, and of course Chanel). The German born beauty got her start as dancer in London, followed by a stint as a model in Paris (hence her knack for wearing the most haute couture designs without them “wearing” her). With a large body of European films, her turn as Helen of Troy in the 2004 blockbuster brought her under the Hollywood radar as an emerging engenue with more than a pretty face. Although her recent film roles haven’t achieved box office success, her red carpet appearances have been far from disappointing as she’s displayed an anything-but-formulaic sense of style and enviable confidence in her skin. We have a hard time pegging her as adhering to any one style, she’s sometimes European-chic, sometimes high-fashion, sometimes bohemian, but always classy. Perhaps what we enjoy most about her ensembles (besides her fab gams, of course) is her ability to cross boundaries, like infusing edginess into otherwise overly-feminine looks - she’s toughened up chiffon and ruffles with the addition of studded belts, smudged kohl eyes, and artfully undone hair that seems to suggest a pre-appearance romp (perhaps with beau Joshua Jackson?). We’re sure she has yet to peak, as many of her most recent appearances draw on a prosperous artist-muse relationship with Karl Lagerfield of Chanel, and have spawned many a memorable look.
Celebrity Style: Kate Moss
Kate Moss was in cold water yesterday over the possibility that she upstaged Leah Wood on her wedding day. However, she apolgised by paying for a second honeymoon for the couple! La Moss was out and about in London yesterday showing off her famous pins and doing a spot of self-promotion in a piece from her Topshop collection. I'm not sure about the ankle boots, I think this look would be better with gladiator sandals. See below for a way to copy her style.
Celebrity Style: Kate Bosworth
Whether walking her dog or making a red carpet appearance, Kate Bosworth’s affinity for feminine frocks with an avant-garde twist has garnered her the status of newly-minted fashion It Girl. Since her breakout role as lead surf babe in 2002’s girl-power blockbuster “Blue Crush”, the actress has traded in her beachy waves for a chic bob and developed a sleek yet youthful style, wearing designs by Chloe, Calvin Klein Collection, and Lanvin, among others. Amidst continued scrutiny for her diminutive frame - one tabloid dubbed her the incredible shrinking woman, though she maintains that a high metabolism simply runs in the family - her fashion choices have garnered her attention and praise from the fashion industry and her fan base, alike. Bosworth favors classic silhouettes with an innovative flare via either washes of color (like her fuschia Preen number, top left), a suggestive drape (see her Calvin Klein Collection knit dress, bottom right), or saavy ornamentation (we love the braiding on her Stella McCartney number, top right). She finishes each look with an oh-so sleek coif (think no-fuss updo or blown out locks), flawless sheer makeup, and attention grabbing heels or flats to attain a pulled-together look reminiscent of Hollywood glamor long gone. With several projects in the works including the next Superman installment, Kate Bosworth’s refreshing style and easy poise are bound to be fixtures on the red carpet - and in fashion periodicals - in 2008, and we can’t wait!
Look for Less: Ashlee Simpson
The new Mrs. Wentz has been spotted from coast to coast sporting her beloved Thomas Wylde Pharoah bag, which bears a striking similarity to Burberry Prorsum’s Fall 2007 and Spring 2008 coveted caryalls (available at Neiman Marcus) Although the Pharoah bag is not yet available in stores, the Thomas Wylde has similar styles available at eLuxury.com - we love the Cleopatra Large Tassel Tote in Flesh ($2,300, top right). If you opting to pay your rent instead of buying the real-thing, you can copy Ashlee’s style with ShopsueyBoutique.com’s Michelle Hobo, available in 4 colors ($52, bottom right). Ash pairs the smokin’ tote with every punk princess’s staple - black skinny jeans (try BDG’s Brights Skinny Pants in Black, $49 at UrbanOutfitters.com) - and boyfriend sweaters or and Oxford button for an emo-meets-eclectic look that’s not too severe. She’s hanging on to the long red locks, which btw I just love, am I mad to want to try the hue myself?
Celebrity Style: Kiera Knightley
The Spring couture shows continued today in Paris with a few celebs on hand to take in the fashion fun. Keira Knightley looked a bit fancier than last week in her tweed pencil skirt as she showed off a new style of bangs alongside Karl Lagerfeld at the Chanel presentation — here's a look at what he sent down the runways. Kanye West also chatted with Karl before moving on to see Christian Lacroix's offerings. They kept things a little more tame than Mischa did during her time in the city, but Kanye does have business to attend to while he's in France.
Celebrity Style: Mischa Barton, Kirsten Dunst, Vanessa Traina
Mischa Barton at the “The Diner Des Tsars” at the Guildhall in London. Light-coloured sheaths are her forte, although I’ve seen a better fit - and shoe choice - in the past.
Kirsten Dunst out and about in London. Maybe a bit too hipster trash, but the bottom half is too good to pass up.Vanessa Traina at the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco presents the Mid Winter Gala. Attempting this season’s ubiquitous satin turban, she looks remarkably refined. That said, I’m off put by the adoption of such a dated accessory - as in, Good From: January 2007 - April 2007. Trust me, by May, when Madonna’s H&M turban hits the streets at full frequency, you’ll be wishing Miuccia had taken up another hobby the day she decided to show it on the runway.
"Avril" Is So Complicated
There was whole a lot going on with Avril Lavigne's outfit at a photo shoot in LA yesterday. From her crazy Winehouse-inspired hair to the bright colors and mismatched patterns of her clothes, our heads are just spinning. We had so much fun with our last caption it — comment No. 14 is our winner — we wanted to open it up to you again. If you're feeling similarly mystified or inspired to comment on Avril's ensemble, leave your best caption in the comments below!
Celebrity Style: Nicky Hilton
Move over Current/Elliott, there's a new denim star in town. Nicky Hilton wore the same torn Jet jeans that Nicole Richie has. LA weather is starting to cool down, so Nicky kept cozy via a slick beanie and black suede boots. Her black and white plaid blouse adds downtown cool, while her black Birkin reels in uptown chic. Nicky's always about contradictions; love it.
Trendspotting...Ankle Boots
One of the new fall trends that many celebs are wearing, is the ankle boot. The style can definitely go wrong, but it can also go so right.
Celebrity Style: Michelle Trachtenberg
Michelle Trachtenberg knows that the simplicity of a draped dress can go a long way. To fete the opening of the the W hotel in Atlanta, the actress contrasted her milky complexion with a sophisticated silver Catherine Malandrino dress and deco accessories. I like how the embellished belt adds interest to her subdued palette. A bejeweled satin clutch by Swarovski, dainty black sandals, and rhinestone earrings complete her cunning look.
Celebrity Style: Nicole Richie, Mischa Barton, Penelope Cruz
Here is Nicole Richie stepping out with fellow famous-for-nothing celeb Nickly Hilton for a bite at Johnny Rockets. Her ensemble is nice, but that yellow Balenciaga bag dangling from her hand clashes with her boots like Paris Hilton at fashion week. I don’t care that it’s Balenciaga, it looks like it cost $5. Next is Mischa Barton with boyfriend Cisco Adler at Beverly Hills restaurant La Scala. The outfit is not that bad, but, once again, that Louis Vuittion thing hanging over her shoulder is blasphemous. Finally, we have Penelope Cruz, as she receives the Silver Medal of Zaragoza in Zaragoza, Spain. Wow - talk about a lot of things going on with this outfit. While I like the silhouette, I think this may be one of those things that works better in theory. I’m slightly confused at the hunter green-ish leather and her choice of a sheer blouse. That said, I’m loving the Heidi hair and she gets salt shakers from doing something new.
Celebrity Style: Nicole Richie
Nicole Richie reported to traffic school but she looked more like a girl on a splurging mission. Her orange Hermes Birkin steals the show, though the torn Jet jeans follow closely behind. She continued her beanie run and completed the look with a white blouse, black vest, fringe moccasins, and gold House of Harlow jewels. Like always, Nicole looks cas(ual) with a splash of luxury.
Celebrity Style: Jennifer Morrison
Barack Obama is officially the president of the United States. Epic. Actress Jennifer Morrison proudly displayed her love at an inauguration party last night. She ditched the ball gown and kept things sharp in a satin tuxedo-like pantsuit worn over an Obama t-shirt. I love how the tee balances out the fancy suit and how her hoop earrings reel in some spunk. I guess First Lady Michelle isn't the only one fusing politics and fashion.
Celebrity Style: Anne Hathaway
Anne Hathaway is a red carpet regular, but it's nice to see her in something other than a gown. The actress roamed Spain in a highly layered look that demands attention. Let's start with her hat — a Burberry newsboy cap, circa 2007, which I also own. The rest of her outfit consists of a button-down plaid shirt, black coat, Frye boots, a gray See by Chloe satchel, and a paisley scarf. It's a lot of pieces but they all come together quite harmoniously, right?
Cameron Sees the Sights In Style
We most often see celebrities dressed to the nines, so when discussing celebrity style, it's easy to just focus on more formal looks, because that's mostly what you see. But every now and then you catch a celeb wearing a casual look that's so stylish, yet so translatable to the 'real' world, that it just has to be shared. Here's Cameron Diaz playing tourist at Versailles Castle near Paris, France. Her look is very chic, but it's also very easy to put together. Take a pair of skinny jeans (no, ladies, they're not going away, lol), match with your favorite summer camisole and short sleeved sweater, finish the look with a pair of low heels, and you've got an instant fashion hit. Just imagine how many ways you could alter this look. It would work with a patterned camisole and a solid sweater, or light wash jeans and bright colored sandals. The accessories are also kept to a minimum with this look, only a single necklace and a couple of thin bangles. What I love most about this look though, is that it could be worn at almost any age. I could definitely see my mother wearing some variation of this outfit, and looking fierce while doing so.
Celebrity Style: Natalie Portman
How refreshing to see Natalie Portman in a colorful cool ensemble. The smiley actress arrived at Chateau Marmont in LA in a breezy striped dress topped with a navy cardigan. Her accessories include two-tone Ray Bans, layered bead necklace, yellow flats, and a camo bag. What's especially inspirational here is how her accessories simultaneously complement and clash with the dress. As Tim Gunn says, she makes it work.
