March 17, 2010

Want to meet Estelle and Rachel Roy?

This post is from guest blogger, David James. Follow him on twitter @jamesda1. Enjoy!  

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Dying to meet British Pop singer, Estelle and Fashion Designer, Rachel Roy in person? Now you can!

On April 1st, Estelle will be performing at Macy’s Herald Square to celebrate the recent launch of the Rachel Roy + Estelle capsule jewelry collection. 

From March 17th to March 24th, we’re giving 10 lucky Rachel Roy Twitter followers* the exclusive opportunity to enjoy a fun-filled evening of fashion and music at Macy’s Herald Square.  To enter, just follow Rachel on Twitter and stay tuned for the entry tweet which will be revealed on Wednesday, March 17th!  

Prizes include:
  

  • Meet & Greet with Estelle and Rachel Roy at Macy’s Herald Square
  • Photo opportunity with Estelle and Rachel Roy
  • A select piece from the Estelle + Rachel capsule jewelry collection 

*Open to residents of NY, NJ, and CT only- 16 and older

About the collection: 

Rachel and Estelle have partnered this Spring on a limited edition jewelry collection that is big, bold, glamourous and edgy. Each piece is a statement in and of itself, guaranteed to make any outfit pop. The chic collection ranges from funky rings to unique ear cuffs to statement necklaces – all comprised of inspiration and styles from Rachel and Estelle.  Prices range from $32 – $195.  The full capsule collection collection is available at www.rachelroy.com  


   
See Rachel + Estelle discuss their collaboration on YouTube. 

Stay up to date on the jewelry collection and other news and updates by becoming a fan of Rachel on Facebook and following her on Twitter.  

   

 

March 16, 2010

Look of the Day: Mulberry

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Mulberry Fall 2010 RTW

 

 According to style.com, “Creative director Emma Hill’s eclectic inspirations, according to the program notes, included Valley of the Dolls, naughty English royalty, Hollywood theatricals, and over-the-top animal prints.” By looking through the each look from the show, you definitely get a little bit of everything.

This was my favorite look from the collection for many reasons…

1) The dress is absolutely amazing…the colors are vibrant and beautiful and the gold embellishments really pull the whole look together.

2) I’m really into the orange pouch purse with the gold chain…it complements the dress perfectly and this style handbag is very in right now.

3) Not everyone is into bright blue shoes but i sure am! I love a mis-matched purse-and-shoe combo and this is as mismatched as you can get…in a good way!

4) The big hair and fierce eyemake up is perfect and overall, I just LOVE this look.

That’s just my opinion though…what’s yours?

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March 15, 2010

It’s my time: A Global Casting Competition

Benetton is searching for 20 people to be the newest faces of the brand. They’re after creative, unique individuals – not just your ‘typical’ model – and they’re holding a global casting session to encourage people to enter!

How does it work?

1. Build a profile at www.casting.benetton.com

2. You only need one photo to start (you can upload more if you please)

3. The more you upload, the better chance you have at winning

Vote for the Finalists

Voting ends March 16 and the winner is chosen March 18 so hurry and build your profile for a chance to win!

The Prize

100 finalists will be published in Benetton’s book and get to go on a shopping spree

20 of those finalists will be flown out to New York to be in Benetton’s Fall/Winter 2010 catalogue

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For more information please visit www.casting.benetton.com and make sure you build your profile soon because voting ends tomorrow!

March 13, 2010

Red Carpet Fashion: Best Dressed at the 2010 Oscars

Hollywood’s biggest night and one of fashion’s biggest nights as well…the Oscars / the Academy Awards (whichever you prefer).  There were some fashion don’ts (see Charlize Theron in Dior) but mostly there were a lot of people who looked good but didn’t blow me away. In order to make any of my best dressed lists, you must blow me away…otherwise you’re just “okay dressed” not “BEST dressed.”

I also apologize for this being almost a week late…I was on vacation so you must forgive me 🙂

Here are my best dressed picks for the 2010 Oscars:

Demi Moore in Atelier Versace

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She got it all right. The dress is beautiful and fits her perfectly. This blush color is very in for Spring and I love love love it! The jewelry complements the dress perfectly as well as the handbag and shoes. Her hair is loose and flowy like the dress and overall she looks absolutely stunning. And of course…this is all due to the amazing work of her stylist, Rachel Zoe.

Cameron Diaz in Oscar De La Renta

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Who doesn’t love some Oscar at the Oscars? Let’s be honest…Cameron could wear a potato sac (see Project Runway challenge) and still look amazing. This dress without Cameron is breathtaking…then put her in it and you have perfection! Her hair is very Old-Hollywood Glam and I love the look topped off with the red nails and red lipstick. Yet another great job by her stylist…Rachel Zoe.

 

Sandra Bullock in Marchesa

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First of all, I would never imagine Sandra Bullock in a Marchesa gown. Marchesa usually goes for very architectural, modern looks and that doesn’t seem to be Sandra’s style. However, this gown fits her body PERFECTLY and she looks STUNNING. The hair totally complements the dress…good idea to wear it down and swept to the side for that Old-Hollywood look. Then top it off with some pinkish-red lips…and you have yourself BEST DRESSED OF THE NIGHT. What a year for Sandra! I’m so happy for her and all of her accomplishments….both fashion and movie related 🙂

PS. Doesn’t her dress remind you of Olivia Wilde in Marchesa at the Emmys?

Zoe Saldana in Givenchy Haute Couture

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I saved this for last because this was a very controversial dress. A lot of people hated it but I loved it. It’s very different and I can see where people are coming from BUT I think Zoe can pull it off. I don’t think I would like this gown on anyone else but I thought she looked so beautiful in it. As Jay Manuel said on the Fashion Police, the top is Armani Prive, the middle is Marchesa and the bottom is Oscar De La Renta…as I can see where he’s coming from…I don’t care because I thought she pulled off this look beautifully. Hey, at least she took a risk AND at least she didn’t wear blue. So sick of the Avatar “blue” tribute. Aren’t you?

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A tribute to those who almost got it right:

I absolutely LOVED the Armani Prive gown JLo wore…but I didn’t love it on her (loved it on the runway though!) which is why she did not make my best dressed list.

I thought Sarah Jessica Parker looked beautiful. I love [almost] all of the dress…but that backwards halter part of her Chanel Haute Couture gown completely ruined the look. As a strapless gown, it would have been perfect.

Rachel McAdams looked [almost] stunning in her watercolor Elie Saab Haute Couture gown…but the wrapping at the bodice was just a tad short…if it was a few inches longer, it would elongate her torso and she would have looked PERFECT…and she would have definitely made my best dressed list.

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So, who were your best dressed picks? Worst dressed? If you don’t agree with mine…that’s okay because I want to hear what you think!

March 7, 2010

It’s Oscar Night!

It’s about that time…the last hoorah of awards season (and the biggest hoorah of awards season)…the Oscars (or Acadamy Awards if you will). Unfortunately (kind-of) I will be on a plane to Las Vegas today and will not get to watch the most important part of the Oscars–the Red Carpet–but thanks to DVR I will be watching every fashion do and don’t moment Friday night when I return.

Oscar night is where stars get to go all out (and not in crazy outfits like the Grammy’s…that is somewhat acceptable there). The Oscars are all about getting super fancy so if you take too big of a risk or wear too short of a dress…you will be penalized by me, the fashion police, and the world.

Here’s a recap of some of my favorite Oscar moments:

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Anne Hathaway in Armani Prive, 2009

 

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Kate Hudson in Atelier Versace, 2003

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Penelope Cruz in Atelier Versace, 2007

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Who were your best dressed picks from past Oscars? Any predictions for tonight? Feel free to leave me a comment now and later tonight with YOUR best dressed picks from this year’s Oscars. Until then…have a great week everyone! My next post will definitely be my best dressed picks from this year’s Oscars. Get excited!