There's a new power house in beauty and you'll find it at the Josh Wood
Atelier.
Already known as the exclusive mecca for fabulous hair, the addition of
Atelier Beauté turns the Notting Hill house into what Wood calls his "house of
experts. Somewhere people could hand themselves over to the very best in the
world," he explains.
Colourist to the stars Wood, has spent months turning his super cool salon
into that much more - calling in an impressive team of beauty experts, as well
as adding in a nail bar, tanning booth and treatment room, so that now you can
get your mani, tan, face, wax and wellbeing sorted either side of your blow-dry.
You'll also find 'The Cut' - the team's tight edit of, often hard-to-find
products you can try and buy-to-go.
Opening this week, the hand-picked beauty stars are as impressive as the
existing super hair squad. "After nearly 30 years of working in the beauty
industry and alongside the best in the world I have put together a team of
experts to deliver top-to-toe beauty in a way no one has concieved before," says
Wood.
James Read (the founder of his eponymous brand and tanner to Rosie
Hunginton-Whiteley and Lara Stone), Marian Newman and team (usually only found
backstage at fashion shows, or leading their ad campaigns), brow-expert Jenna
Treat , fitness specialist Steve Mellor (founder of Freedom2Train ) and
trichologist Ricard Vila Nova are all taking up residence in the expert
house.
The beauty brands that have made it are just as appealing - there'll be
facials from Gazelli, Omorovicza and Natura Bisse (from their oyxgen pod
pictured below), lashes by Flutter Couture , and have you heard about the Chanel
nail station? From £25 for a 15 minute polish, you'll not only have access to
Newman and her fashion nail team, but also every Chanel colour you can think of
- plus some exclusive shades.
Be warned Wood, we'll check in but we may never leave.
They have had some highs (the Armani Privé dress Hathaway wore as a 2009 Best
Actress Oscar nominee); they have had some lows (the suggestive nipple Prada
dress the star wore to collect her 2013 Best Supporting Actress Oscar in), but
Anne Hathaway and stylist Rachel Zoe are no more.
"Rachel and Anne aren't currently working together. Anne is just trying out
something new for the time being,"
'Something new' happens to be rival stylist to the stars Penny Lovell, who
boasts the likes of Rose Byrne and Bella Heathcote on her books.
Sundance Festival was the couple's first public debut, where Anne modelled a
hunter green trouser suit with feather lapel embellishment. The end result was
boy scout hits film festival, with a plain black J Brand camisole being the
outfit's only saving grace.
Though the Les Misérables star is partial to androgynous fashion - her
off-duty wear is a sober cocktail of denim, jersey basics and beanies - we were
enjoying Hathaway's flirtation with the pastel shades and pretty dresses that
suited her pale pallor and pixie crop perfectly. If Anne has her way with Lovell
this prim 'do could soon turn punky with a host of manly fashion to accompany
it.
Zoe meanwhile, can take respite in a busy awards season for her clients
Jennifer Lawrence, Sofia Vergara, Jennifer Garner and Isla Fisher.
All it took was three taps on her Cartier watch in the direction of a
publicist for Vogue’s Anna Wintour to get the Giambattista Valli show rolling
the other night. There’s no time to waste at Spring 2014 Couture Week in Paris
with so much to see—from Louis Vuitton’s new trunk-inspired watches to Roger
Vivier’s limited edition shoes with diamante “disco ball” heels.
The elevated athlete trend, which came on strong during the Spring 2014
ready-to-wear season, has popped up at the couture level, most notably in lace,
python, pearl and floral beaded sneakers at Chanel and Christian Dior. It’s
symbolic of a new ease and youthfulness wafting through fashion at all
levels.
Here are some other trends coming out of Spring 2014 Couture Week in
Paris
Haute moto
Gold-leaf lapels at Alexandre Vauthier, leather bits sewn on georgette at
Atelier Versace, and crystal, snake and feathered vests and jackets at Bouchra
Jarrar, who is the first woman named to the official couture calendar in 30
years.
Legs
Split and fringe-y macramé skirts at Alexandre Vauthier, curved hems at
Giambattista Valli, sheer ball skirts at Armani Privé.
Layering
Peekaboo veils and cutouts at Christian Dior, jackets hovering over corseted
waists at Chanel, draping over body con beading at Atelier Versace, organza
layers with circles in varying degrees of sheerness at Vionnet.
Hip action
Bows and skirty ruffles at Giambattista Valli, fringed swags at Ulyana
Sergeenko, ruched satin minis at Alexandre Vauthier, and below the waist
embroidery at Schiaparelli which is back in the couture business after 60
years.
We haven’t even crossed the Grammys mark yet and the red-carpet hits just
keep on coming.
At Sunday night’s Producers Guild of America Awards, I noticed a few things I
really liked, starting with the always impeccable "Homeland" star Claire Danes
in a pale blue silk metallic Dior cocktail sheath with a twist-front bodice.
This dress is perfection, sweet and sultry in one, and I love the icy blue
color.
After the floral-embellished turquoise Gucci gown she wore to the SAG Awards
on Saturday night, "12 Years A Slave" actress Lupita Nyong’o returned to a more
streamlined and modern silhouette, with a terra-cotta-colored, asymmetrical,
one-shoulder Stella McCartney dress.
But both women may have been outshined by Helen Mirren. The 68-year-old, who
has been a star this awards show season, wore a sparkly nude gown by Elie Saab
that had serious sex appeal.
In the jewelry department, "Veep" actress Julia Louis-Dreyfus accessorized
her Max Mara little black dress with some insanely gorgeous earrings by
L.A.-based designer Irene Neuwirth.
Then there was "Dallas Buyers Club" actor Jared Leto. It’s sure been fun to
watch him this awards show season, from the man bun to Sunday night’s
cool-looking Dior Homme black wool kimono-style shawl collar suit and
clerical-looking white cotton shirt with inverted collar.
I’m glad to see that it’s not just the ladies who are bringing it.
Thursday was a busy day for movie mavens.
Stars gathered for the Critics' Choice Movie Awards, and some of the actors
who won there also were winners when it came to fashion — among them Cate
Blanchett, Amy Adams, Lupita Nyong'o and Jared Leto, Los Angeles Times fashion
critic Booth Moore says.
Earlier in the day, film and fashion intersected in the Oscar nominations for
costume design. The academy gave a nod to period dramas, our Adam Tschorn
reports.
"American Hustle" and "Gravity" led the pack in Oscar nominations in a season
when the academy is noting a generational shift, writes film critic Kenneth
Turan.
In other fashion news, H&M is launching a capsule collection of denim
made from recycled fibers.
Jane Lauder was named global brand president of Clinique, one of the Estée
Lauder Cos.' holdings.
Neiman Marcus' customer data security breach went on for months, the New York
Times reports.
Kylie and Kendall Jenner told Chelsea Handler that they are trying to get Dad
Bruce Jenner to rethink the ponytail he's been wearing since his split with Kris
Jenner.
Forget what you know about sticky foams that leave hair crispy and huge; hair
mousse has moved on. The new generation of volumising mousses add natural life,
lift and movement to hair, without any telltale signs of tampering. Which is why
they're now found backstage at every big catwalk show and used by top stylists
including Mark Hampton, who worked at Todd Lynn and Matthew Williamson.
"My tip is to use more than you think you should, apply to the roots and
under layers, then brush through as you blow-dry with a soft bristle brush,"
says Hampton. We sorted the highs from the lows.
Balmain Volume Mousse Strong
This light foam is so easy to use, and gives great volume from root to tip,
so you look like you have twice the amount of hair. The gutsy root lift seems to
last a few days too.
L'Oréal Paris Studio Line Boost & Gloss Volume Mousse
Admittedly I'm a novice when it comes to the DIY blow-dry, but this mousse
did very little to add volume to my naturally straight hair - even after I
followed the instructions of drying it while tipped upside down. All that was
left was a dizzy head and limp locks.
Bumble & Bumble Thickening Full Form Mousse
Applying foam to my hair felt a little Eighties but I was forced to quell my
scepticism: five people commented that my hair looked great. Easy to apply, this
provides lift at the roots and long-lasting shape.
TONI&GUY Prep Volume Plumping Mousse
This provided volume but left my hair feeling slightly hard and heavy, and
looking like an X Factor contestant. Not one for those who favour the natural
look.
John Frieda Luxurious Volume Building Mousse
Those with straight hair will be disappointed with this mousse. My hair
certainly felt thicker at the ends, but this was due to the product residue
clinging on. Even this cheap, I sadly wouldn't recommend this.
TRESemmé 24 Hour Body Amplifying Mousse
Even with a terrible blow-dry technique this provided ample, robust volume to
my usually stubborn body of thick hair. Long lasting too, performing through
steamy cooking and an afternoon siesta but left my hands and brush rather too
sticky.
The eternal challenge -- at least for guys who play by the rules of the red
carpet -- is how to be sartorial standouts in a sea of tuxedos. The opening
salvo in the awards show derby, Sunday night's Golden Globes, found a few
fellows standing head and shoulders above the rest. Among those who managed to
show the penguin suit who's boss:
Bradley Cooper
We can’t really put our finger on what made Cooper the cream of the
tuxedo-clad crop. Maybe it was because the last time we saw him he was on the
big screen in “American Hustle” in full so-bad-it’s-good ‘70s regalia. Or
perhaps it's because it wasn't any one thing but every little thing he got
right, from the fit of the jacket to the amount of shirtsleeve showing at the
cuff. Of course the black, peak-lapel Tom Ford tuxedo (Cooper actually wore
head-to-toe TF) didn’t hurt matters any. Classic. Timeless. Perfection.
Matthew McConaughey
It takes some serious swagger to pull off a Dolce & Gabbana three-piece,
one-button, peak-lapel tuxedo -- in forest green velvet no less. But McConaughey
showed he had that in spades Sunday night. When he took to the stage to accept
his award for actor in a drama, McConaughey came across as smooth and unruffled
as the texture of his tux.
Mark Ruffalo
Ruffalo, one of the award ceremony's presenters, was a perfect example of how
a guy can stand out from the crowd without sticking out like a sore thumb,
choosing a John Varvatos collection three-piece, two-button, peak-lapel tuxedo
in brown and gray with a broken-weave texture so subtle you almost don't notice
it at first. (Compare that with Jim Carrey's tone-on-tone-on-tone Varvatos
ensemble that made it look like the comedian was wearing a tuxedo folded out of
a single sheet of black origami paper.)
Facial hair follies
As a facial-hair aficionado, I'm always intrigued by what the menfolk on the
awards-show circuit choose to do when it comes to putting their best face
forward (my colleague Melissa Magsaysay has already mused on the manifestation
of the "man bun"). And while it's hard to tell what's a result of being groomed
for an upcoming role (literally) or simply in-between jobs laissez-faire, there
was some noteworthy facial fuzz in evidence including Leonardo Dicaprio
(sporting a mouth beard), Michael Douglas (part pirate beard, part bristle-cone
pine) and Chris Pine, whose beard was a paragon of pogonic perfection.
But there was something about Christoph Waltz's mustache that made all other
beards and mustaches in the room pale in comparison. The two-time Golden Globe
winner, who presented the man-bunned Jared Leto with his Golden Globe for
supporting actor, was kitted out in a Prada kid mohair tuxedo accessorized with
a strip of lip spinach that stretched to the corners of his mouth where they
turned down ever so slightly.
We don’t know (and frankly don’t care) if it's for a new role, to cover a
cold sore or merely grooming whimsy that gave rise to the 'stache but it adds a
dash of panache -- not to mention a certain vaudevillian flair -- to the
Austrian actor.
It's the kind of mustache that could arm-wrestle the beard belonging to Dos
Equis' "most interesting man in the world" and win handily.
And it gets my vote for tonsorial flourish of the night.
1. Wet Look Hair
Grease was the word at Gucci, Rag & Bone, Mulberry and 3.1 Phillip Lim,
which saw models cascade down the catwalk with a new wet-look. A standout
alternative to the pretty summer style we're used to, oily coifs came in various
incarnations: from clean centre-partings, to windswept side fringes and
just-out-of-the-sea damp curls.
2. Make Waves
Summer's favourite haphazard beachy lengths and shapes plunged deep into the
ocean to reveal softer, romantic mermaid-like waves, seen at Calvin Klein
Collection and Diane Von Furstenberg. Meanwhile slept-in movement was at its
best at Christopher Kane and triumphed at Mulberry, together with the wet look;
which saw models don wash-and-go hair for nonchalant natural waves.
3. Poker Straight
If it was straight, it was poker straight. As seen in ironed super shiny silk
lengths at Chloé, Donna Karan and Miu Miu.
4. The Super Low Pony Show
Jason Wu, Victoria Beckham and Helmet Lang gave the pony a low update.
Possibly one of the easiest trends to master, just make sure hair is poker
straight to keep the look fresh for spring, and position at the nape of the neck
for the ultimate streamlined show pony finish.
5. Spring Plaits
The braid is back, again, in all its guises for spring. Championed by Giles,
Calla Paris and Nicole Miller, it doesn't matter if it's hailo, milkmaid, a
classic chunky version or a elegant French plait, just keep it unkempt.
6. Deep Side Partings
Extreme side partings inched even further afield at Stella McCartney, Jil
Sander and Missoni. Our tip: place your index finger where the eyebrow tempers
and trace it upwards though your hairline. This way you'll never get it
wrong.
7. The Edgy Bob
At both Chanel and Marc Jacobs, models got wiggy with it in a series of
flicked out bobs with chopped into fringes, in platinum, brunette and rebellious
black. Elsewhere, hair stylist Sam McKnight sparked a further wig revolution
with his bespoke, bowl cut headpieces for Fendi.
8. Disco Curls
Holly Fulton and Maria Grachvogel took models on a retro twirl around the
catwalk with disco-inspired bombshell curls. Fulton drew inspiration from 'woozy
summer days', sending models down the catwalk with scooped to the side, brushed
through curls, while Grachvogel's approach was reminiscent of Diana Ross circa
Studio 54 days. Either way, they both got us longing for summer.
9. Hair Accessories
Hair was styled with accessories aplenty during the spring/summer 2014
circuit. Roksanda Ilincic set the standard for the modern revival of pretty
bows, while Valentino's low, centre-parted ponytails were punctuated with
studded headbands. Similarly, Dolce & Gabbana continued the trend with
floral garlands and gilded coins set upon a textured up-do and last but
certainly not least, emphasis was placed on hair at Rodarte, with meticulously
detailed pheasant-inspired pieces woven into the hair.
10. Twisted Up 'Dos
Tom Ford, Rochas and Giambattista Valli were among the throng of designers to
forgo the bun this season, opting instead for twisted up-dos, with lackadaisical
flyaway textures. Get the look by separating small strands of the hair into a
birds nest of tousles, set with lashings of hairspray, unravel and pull back
into a messy chignon - fastened with bobby pins.
Los Angeles-based designer Jeremy Scott, who was appointed creative director
at Italian luxury brand Moschino in October, gave buyers and the media a taste
of what's to come with his pre-fall collection lookbook, which went out this
week.
And judging from the photos, it looks like he's off to a good start.
Scott has mixed classic Moschino design codes (biker jackets, ladylike suits,
quilted leather and chain trim) with his own sporty, 1980s-era streetwear
touches. I like the backpack made to look like a biker jacket and the blingy
logo baseball caps, the varsity-jacket-styled ladylike skirt suit and the tromp
l'oeil slip-meets-shirt dress.
Moschino is lucky that Scott already has a built-in fan base. With his own
namesake label and his work for Adidas Originals, Scott has dressed every pop
star in the universe, including Katy Perry and Miley Cyrus.
I'm betting we could see a red carpet debut for the Jeremy Scott for Moschino
collection on Jan. 26 at the Grammys.
Scott will present his first Moschino runway collection next month during
Milan Fashion Week.
Every week, I scour the web to find inspiring outfits on your favorite celebs
and help you recreate their looks! This week, I was inspired by Hilary Duff,
Naya Rivera, and Nicky Hilton, who all wore outfits featuring leather
leggings/pants, an awesome trend to try out this winter. Read on to see how you
can get their looks for yourself.
Look 1: Hilary Duff’s Comfy & Trendy Outfit
Hilary Duff was one of the many celebrities who wore leather pants recently,
putting a casual yet trendy twist on them. Hilary dressed her leather pants
down, pairing them with cool high-top sneakers, a cozy dark gray sweater, and a
lighter gray scarf. She completed her ensemble with a black clutch, oversize
sunglasses, and bold red lipstick.
Hilary’s outfit is comfortable thanks to her sneakers and warm sweater, but
her trendy accessories really make this look stand out.
Outfit Inspired by Hilary
While leather leggings are often reserved for nights out, Hilary’s casual
look shows us that leather or faux leather leggings also work for daytime. A
slightly oversize dark gray sweater dresses down the bold leggings (and offers
more coverage than Hilary’s does), while a lighter gray scarf and sneakers add
casual style. Instead of a basic sneaker, we went with some eye-catching studded
high-tops for an extra-trendy vibe.
Accessorize with stylish items like dark oversize sunglasses, a chunky watch,
and a black clutch (this one features unique asymmetrical zippers). If you’re
feeling extra bold, go for a red lip like Hilary.
Look 2: Naya Rivera’s Leather & Lace Combo
Naya Rivera turned heads in a chic yet flirty combination of high-waisted
leather pants and a white lace crop top, along with an oversize woolen camel
coat, mirrored aviators, and black open-toe heels. Naya’s coat gives this getup
an especially chic touch, and adds yet another texture to the leather and lace
combination. In addition, her super-sleek accessories dress the look up.
Outfit Inspired by Naya
High-waisted faux leather pants are similar to leggings, but are a little
less form-fitting, which makes them ideal for daytime wear. Although Naya paired
hers with a crop top, for my outfit re-creation, I’m going with a slightly more
conservative lace top option. In my opinion, it’s much more versatile.
Trendy accessories, like open-toe heels and silver mirrored aviators
(obsessed with these!), add interest. However, the most eye-catching piece in
this ensemble is the camel-colored wool-blend coat, which has a very
fashion-forward and slightly oversized fit. It really pulls the entire outfit
together.
Look 3: Nicky Hilton’s Casual Chic Look
Nicky Hilton also decided to partake in the leather legging trend this
season. She wore hers with an oversize black-and-red striped sweater, leather
booties, a rectangular black handbag, and a pendant necklace. An oversize
sweater is a winter staple, but wearing one with leather leggings creates an
unexpectedly chic look, especially when paired with cool accessories.
Outfit Inspired by Nicky
Balance out a pair of sleek faux leather leggings with an oversize
red-and-black striped sweater. Since they’re made of the same material, pairing
the leggings with some leather wedged ankle booties elongates the leg. This
particular pair of booties also has a pointed toe like Nicky’s.
Add on chic accessories, like a long pendant necklace and cool rings. Lastly,
grab a rectangular quilted bag that picks up on the outfit’s color scheme of
black and gold.
Do you struggle with transforming your outfits from day to night? Don’t
worry, CF is here to help turn that daily annoyance into a fun challenge. Class
to Night Out focuses on one piece per week, and aims to help you take your look
from study sessions in the library to dancing the night away.
No matter what time of year, lace is a fabric that can always be found on the
runways. There are endless possibilities when it comes to wearing lace, which is
why lace pieces are among my personal wardrobe favorites. Depending on the color
and how you style it, a lace skirt can look edgy, ultra-girly, or prim and
proper.
In this post, I’ll show you how I would style a lace skirt for both class and
a night out. Keep on reading for some ideas that could revive your winter
wardrobe!
Lace Skirt: Class
To give this burgundy lace pleated miniskirt a classic feel, pair it with an
off-white cable knit sweater and a scarf. This gorgeous printed scarf has hints
of burgundy in it, which complements the lace skirt perfectly. Adding a pair of
brown leather Chelsea boots gives the outfit a trendy touch, while still keeping
with the classic vibe.
Dark pink studs, a slim gold bangle, and red fingernails add a touch of
sparkle and keep the look polished. Add some tights to make the cold walk to
class more bearable, then grab a sleek brown leather tote and you’re good to
go!
Lace Skirt: Night Out
Leopard is practically a neutral, right? I just love the combination of
leopard and burgundy, which is why I paired these leopard print stiletto booties
with this skirt for a fun night out look. Since the focus of this ensemble is
the skirt and booties, I kept the top half relatively simple, with a black linen
muscle tank and a leather jacket. The combination of leather and lace brings a
wonderful edge to this outfit.
Again, tights are a necessity for these cold winter nights! Finish the look
off with a gold chain necklace for a hint of shine, a matching leopard print
crossbody bag, and a bold plum lip.
Happy 2014, everybody! What's on your New Year's resolutions list this this
time around? Health, happiness, getting into better financial shape? Yup, me
too.
Also on my list? A fresh new outlook on dressing. I've been in a
dress-tights-boots phase for, well, OK, forever (I don't even think I'm allowed
to call it a "phase" anymore)—so come 2014, I'm hoping to shake things up a bit
with new perspective as well as style tips culled from the closets of some of my
favorite celebrities.
Check out five of my celeb-inspired New Year's fashion resolutions. Wish me
luck!
1. I resolve to take a different angle on head-to-toe black a la Miranda
Kerr.
OK, I've worn head-to-toe black pretty much ever since I was 13-years-old.
And no matter how much you style it up—tailored Belgian tuxedo jackets, draped
Rick Owens cardis, skinny retro high-waisted jeans from Levi's—the fact is, I've
always worn all-black as a way of streamlining my getting-ready regimen and as
an easy way tonot get noticed. But what if I took a tip from Miranda Kerr's
playbook and dressed in all black—to get noticed? Hm. Now there's a thought.
2. I resolve to think pink—or at least try to incorporate pink back into my
wardrobe this spring, likeOlivia Palermo.
When I was a teenager, I'd conservatively estimate that about 75 percent of
my wardrobe was fuchsia—i.e. hot pink. It was the early-'90s, you guys. And I
don't think I've intentionally bought and worn pink since—after that
semi-scarring decade. But this spring, bold pink is back in fashion—and I think
I'm ready to take the plunge again. Good news is that there was a reason I liked
pink as a 14-year-old—find the right shade and wearing pink makes your
complexion glow.
3. I resolve to buy investment pieces—and wear them over and over again, just
like Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton.
Every year, I vow to spend less on fast, throwaway, trendy fashion—and more
on good, long-lasting pieces that I can build my wardrobe around year after
year. But besides a heaping of black cashmere sweaters, tailored dresses, and a
closetful of sharply tailored jackets and coats, I'd never thought it possible
to find pretty and timeless investment pieces. I'll look harder this year,
because if Kate Middleton can wear the same dress two years in a row, gosh darn
it, so can I.
4. I resolve to dress down, the Cara Delevingne way.
What's so great about Cara Delevingne's style is that it's playful, unique,
totally fun and colorful—and also exists somewhere between dressed-up and
totally dialed-down. A look like this one here can take you from, say, a day at
a theme park (OK, different shoes for the theme park) to dinner at a trendy
restaurant. Because it's so fierce.
5. I resolve to strive for Beyonce-levels of style chameleon.
Beyonce Beyonce Beyonce. She's a mom, she's a wife, she's a superstar who
unleashed a surprise album on the world complete with 17 music videos—and she
looks totally, completely, wildly different in every single one. I bow down to
your chameleon highness, Queen Bey. Next year, I'm resolving to play around more
with my own style.
Check out some of Glamour's editors' New Year's resolutions in the January
2014 issue. Editorial director Anne Sachs vows to wear lipstick every day, and
social-media maven Lindy Segal is going to really give jumpsuits a chance.
