Sunday 1 March 2015

Criminal Minds Star A.J. Cook Pregnant


Criminal Minds Star A.J. Cook Pregnant and Expecting a Baby Boy
Congratulations are in order for A.J. Cook!
The Criminal Minds star surprised fans Sunday afternoon when she announced she was expecting a baby.
"Miracles do happen and don't believe anyone who tells you otherwise," she captioned on Instagram while showing off her growing belly. "#Blessed #Bump"
Her husband Nathan Andersen also confirmed the news and revealed even more exciting information.
"Since @ajcook announced we are expecting a new addition to the clan, I guess it's my responsibility to inform everyone it's a boy!" he captioned with an assortment of baby clothes. The couple is already proud parents to a son.
Well known for her role as Jennifer Jareau on the popular CBS series, Cook has developed a loyal fan base over her 10 year span on the show.
But when you take one look at her Instagram, it's her family that's most important to her.
Whether celebrating Thanksgiving together by the coast or whale watching in the middle of winter, Cook's love for her family is quickly apparent.
There's also that adorable Valentine's Day snapshot her hubby posted on the most romantic evening of the year. "Happy Valentine's Day to this beautiful creature @AjCook," he captioned. "#Snugglebear #SmoochySmoochy."
Yes, we officially love them! Congratulations you two on your exciting news!

Thursday 26 February 2015

Under-the-Table Camera Footage



Josh Duhamel Hilariously Calls Out ''Nut Job'' Paparazzi for Sneaky, Under-the-Table Camera Footage
Josh Duhamel is putting one paparazzi cameraman on blast!
The 42-yyear-old actor took to Twitter earlier today to call out a "nut job" pap who slyly videotaped the hunk from under a table without Duhamel's knowledge (how rude?!).
"Hey paparazzi dude don't video me from under the table. What if I were wearing a skirt with no underwear. #nutjob," Fergie's other half tweeted Thursday with a link to the sneaky footage. So how intrusive was the video that had Duhamel tweeting mad?
In the video, Duhamel gets out of a car on the streets of NYC as a big group of paparazzi take photos and video of him walking from his ride into a local eatery. The secret, under-the-table footage comes from a person who is sitting at a booth inside the eatery pretending not to be a cameraman.
The videographer holds the camera under the table while filming Duhamel, who has no idea he's in front of the camera.
Luckily, no embarrassing or incriminating antics when does while Duhamel was being papped without his knowledge.

Friday 13 February 2015

Nicole Scherzinger Glam Up Indian Wedding


Jennifer Lopez, Nicole Scherzinger Glam Up Indian Wedding
Jennifer Lopez and Nicole Scherzinger were among the stars at the high-profile wedding of Indian billionaire Sanjay Hinduja and Anusuya Mahtani. Hinduja is the heir to a diversified business group based in the U.K. and India, who married his long-time girlfriend Mahtani. Her sister is well-known Mumbai-based fashion designer Nandita Mahtani, with whom Anusuya runs London-based fashion boutique Ananya.
The lavish three-day wedding extravaganza started on Feb. 10 and included venues such as the Jagmandir Island Palace resort in Udaipur, Rajasthan. In addition to the Hollywood guests, the wedding was graced by a bevy of Bollywood and Indian fashion celebrities.
Scherzinger made a fashion statement donning a pink Indian saree and posted pictures on her Instagram account. The former Pussycat Dolls singer posed with Nandita Mahtani, writing, “Thankyou for my beautiful #Sari.”
Lopez performed at the wedding, sporting a black leotard. A brief glimpse of her performance was captured in the below Instagram video by former MTV India VJ and actress Sophie Choudhry.
Scherzinger performed as well. The stellar guest list also included Bollywood actors Arjun Kapoor and Ranveer Singh, among others.
In the past, big ticket Indian weddings have also included performances by international celebrities such as Kylie Minogue. The Australian pop star performed at the 2004 wedding of Vanisha Mittal (daughter of one of the UK's top billionaires Lakshmi Mittal) and Amit Bhatia. Considered one of the most expensive weddings of all time, the festivities were held at various historic locations in Paris. The highlight was a performance by Minogue at the Eiffel Tower.

Wednesday 11 February 2015

Kendall Jenner Stuns on Allure Cover


Kendall Jenner Stuns on Allure Cover, Admits It's Hard to Stand Out in a Big Family
It's getting harder and harder to keep up with Kendall Jenner!
The model-on-the-move is making another stunning magazine appearance, this time for Allure's March 2015 issue. On the cover, Kendall wears a high drama (but deceptively simple) beauty look, sporting nude lips, fresh, dewy skin and heavily-rimmed eyes.
The accompanying interview proves that the 19-year-old beauty has really come into her own: She details what it was like to grow up in front of millions ("When I started getting in front of the camera…my confidence started to come out," she explained, adding that the young reality star life wasn't ultimately "a negative thing") and why she's taken an independent approach to her career (Kendall's modeling cards only say her first name as a measure to ensure she will be treated like everyone else).
Kendall, in fact, started her career on her own (as a child, she crafted a scrapbook of photos—an early portfolio—called "Kendall's Modeling Book") and kept it that way for her catwalk debut: She famously admitted to The Cut that she told big sis Kim Kardashian to not attend her shows for the spring-summer 2015 season. In Allure, Kendall further explains why she wanted to take to the runway without her mega-star older siblings in the front row.
"As selfish as this sounds, I wanted the attention to be on me for five seconds rather than my family. If they were sitting front row, it would have been all about, ‘Oh, Kim goes to Kendall's first fashion show!'" Kendall said. "I love Kim, but for a minute I wanted it to be like, ‘OK, this is [Kendall's] thing—and she's taking it seriously.'"
Mission accomplished: Kendall is now a supermodel in her own right. She's walked for some of the most important designers in high fashion, landed major campaigns (oh, hello Karl and Estée) and has even made her mark as a clothing designer (her new collection with Topshop, a joint venture with sister Kylie Jenner, will debut this summer).
A behind-the-scenes video shows Kendall getting up close and personal with a, well, primate—and a hot male model (#nbd). For the editorial, she poses in a variety of sexy one-piece bathing suits (really, those cut-outs make a bikini seem irrelevant).
All in all, we can tell it was a successful shoot: In the footage, when Kendall finally gets to look at the pictures that have been taken, she smiles widely and says "Yes, yes!"

Monday 9 February 2015

Kendall V. Kylie Jenner’s Grammys Dresses


Kylie, 17, and Kendall Jenner, 19, might still be teenagers, but they are giving the big girls some serious competition on the red carpet! Both sisters flaunted unforgettable looks that featured the super hot sheer trend, and we love that each of their looks fit their individual style.
Kylie & Kendall Jenner’s Grammys After Party Dresses — Who Wore It Better?
Trend alert! Sheer detailing was all over the red carpet for the Grammy Awards and all of the A-list after parties that followed. From Beyonce’s cleavage baring dress to Katy Perry’s beaded frock, it was all about see through lace and nude illusions.
Kylie and Kendall both got the sheer memo and they even had matching cutouts…but their looks still couldn’t have been more different from each other and we think it’s awesome that they each have such distinctive style.
Kendall & Kylie Rock Sheer Gowns To Grammys After Party
Classic Kendall went for a feminine black knit Eliee Saab halter, and it was so flattering on her tall, slender figure. The plunging neckline was beautiful and the floral detailing of the sheer skirt was perfect — it actually reminds us of Nicki Minaj’s Tom Ford gown.
Kylie went for a contrasting look and turned heads in an ivory, floor-length gown with a nude illusion and gorgeous, geometric pattern sequin detailing. The dress was also backless — and between the side cutouts and the hip-hugging sillhouette, this look was beyond sexy.

Friday 6 February 2015

Rosie O'Donnell Leaving The View After Split From Wife Michelle Rounds


The last few months have been far tougher for Rosie O'Donnell than anyone knew.
She and wife Michelle Rounds have split up, and Rosie announced today that she also will be leaving The View, barely five months after returning as a co-host to the ABC morning show.
The news comes just after rumors were finally put to rest that Rosie Perez was exiting The View after barely getting her feet wet as a morning show personality.
"I can confirm that Rosie and her wife Michelle split in November," O'Donnell's rep said in a statement Friday.
"Rosie has teens and an infant at home that need her attention. This has been a very stressful situation. She is putting her personal health and family first. ABC has been wonderfully understanding and supportive of her personal decision to leave The View. Next week will be her last."
The news was first reported by Page Six.
Upon her return to The View in September, nearly seven years after her first run as a co-host ended, O'Donnell told Variety, "I think it's going to be must-see TV. My goal is to come in peace. And the contrast between what the show will be and what it was is going to be glaring."
Instead, her brief stay was plagued by rumors that she and Whoopi Goldberg were feuding bitterly behind the scenes. Earlier this year it was rumored that Perez, who also joined the show in September along with Nicolle Wallace, would not be returning from a hiatus to rehearse a Broadway play, but her first episode back was Feb. 3.
As for her personal life, O'Donnell and Rounds married in June 2012 in a private ceremony in New York, but they didn't announced the news until the following month. O'Donnell also suffered a heart attack that August.

Wednesday 4 February 2015

David Jones bangs the drum and brings the '70s back for winter


Despite being laid up at home with a broken leg, David Jones' new chief executive Ian Nairn kicked off the retailer's first collection showcase since taking the reins last year with an event of King Kong proportions.
Brand ambassador Jessica Gomes ushered in the new era of David Jones dressed in a sumptuous white fur vest and '70s inspired flares by the doyenne of the Australian fashion scene Carla Zampatti. Far from the damsel in distress, she stormed the new, supersized catwalk with a choir of hipster looking drummer boys chasing after her, the fashion equivalent of an alpha dog marking its territory.
"I love dressing like a dude," a pumped up Gomes told Fairfax Media about the retailer's new bigger, brighter and bolder direction.
"This is very high end and editorial show and it's a real departure from other campaigns. I've never seen the stage this big, they are definitely making things bigger and better," she said.
Man-style suiting, oversized jackets and relaxed silhouettes are some of biggest trends for the upcoming winter months with labels like Jac + Jack, Willow and Zimmermann showing off blouses, pants and dresses which Katharine Hepburn would have happily worn while she was never explaining and never complaining.
The Studio 54 vibe of the show reached fever pitch when flares, ponchos, culottes and slouchy felt hats by Zampatti, Ellery and Manning Cartell came down the runway, followed diligently by bearded and tattooed gents in gold lame smoking jackets, leather suits and slim fit track pants by Jack London, Vanishing Elephant, Calibre and Bassike.
Sporty luxe has now cemented itself as the new little black dress trend of the Australian stylescape, with The Upside – Jodhi Meares' yoga and performance wear range – making its David Jones runway debut.
Off the catwalk, and the "Seven on David Jones" space in Sydney was transformed into a gritty Manhattan borough with bills posted on pillars while VIP guests, including Buddy Franklin's bride-to-be Jesinta Campbell and tennis great and reformed modeliser Mark Philippoussis, enjoyed champagne, espresso martinis and ate street food one would normally pick up after a late night out in the Big Apple such as the NYC equivalent of the "dirty street pie" – macaroni and cheese and hot dogs.
High-street brands which new Woolworths executives like Nairn are keen to promote, such as Country Road and Witchery were not shown on the catwalk on Wednesday and South Africa labels Studio W, RE: and JT One won't hit the racks until spring.
"This is a celebration of Australian fashion," David Jones group executive merchandiser Donna Player said.

Monday 2 February 2015

Katy Perry’s Football Dress


Katy Perry knows how to show up in style — and she definitely did not disappoint as she performed during the 2015 Super Bowl halftime show in Arizona on Feb. 1. The sassy songstress captivated the crowd as she rocked one flirty, fun look after another — the stage was like her very own fashion show! The stylish looks didn’t stop coming as Katy pulled yet another frock swap, trading her costumes for a sexy mini that was just as glam — and totally on point.
Katy Perry’s Football Dress — Super Bowl After Party Outfit Sizzles:
I’ve never seen a football look so sexy! Katy rocked an embellished strapless dress in brown which featured lace-up detailing at the chest which looked just like the laces on a football — I couldn’t think of a better way for the star to celebrate her epic performance.
Katy loves to go all out with her costumes, and that proved to be true as she dominated the stage at the Super Bowl — but it is her after party dress that just might be our favorite look from the night!
With a berry lip and her hair pulled back, the singer posed for pictures with her on-again, off-again guy John Mayer and Missy Elliott, who shared the stage with Katy earlier in the night. She was also seen in pictures with Lenny Kravitz who totally rocked the show with Katy.
Katy’s look was flirty, quirky and fun — and that’s just what we’ve come to expect from the star!

Friday 30 January 2015

WNBA's Brittney Griner, Glory Johnson Pick a Wedding Dress


Off the court, WNBA star Brittney Griner celebrates her own unique sense of style. But it was her bride-to-be, fellow WNBA player Glory Johnson, who took the driver's seat when the pair went shopping for a gown that Johnson would wear down the aisle.
Johnson, 24, a forward with the WNBA's Tulsa Shock, and Griner, 24, a center for the three-time champion Phoenix Mercury, announced their engagement last August. Together they appear on TLC's Say Yes to the Dress: Atlanta, airing Jan. 30.
"Being on a court, I know exactly what I'm doing," Griner says on the show. "Being on a bridal floor, not so much!"
In an exclusive statement to PEOPLE, Griner adds: "I was nervous, but I knew at the end of the day we would have a dress. It also let me know how real things are – when I saw Glory in her dress I just couldn't keep the tears back."
The TLC series, currently in its eighth season, follows the emotional search by brides for their dream dress at Bridals by Lori in Atlanta. Johnson ultimately selected a full-length, strapless champagne design by Matthew Christopher, featuring silk chiffon and lace floral overlay with contouring bands and a small train.
"Dressing Glory was not as I had envisioned," salon owner Lori Allen tells PEOPLE. "I expected this fabulous athlete – who would not really want to look like a traditional bride. I'm thinking maybe a pants suit? Boy was I wrong."
"Ultimately Glory was very traditional and was only interested in pleasing Brittney – like most other brides," says Allen. "This is why I love bridal – it keeps you on your toes! In the end, Glory looked glorious."

Wednesday 28 January 2015

Isabel Lucas’ ‘The Loft’ Premiere Dress


You can usually expect boho chic style and really relaxed looks from Isabel Lucas, 29, but the Australian actress got all glammed up for The Loft premiere at the Directors Guild Of America. We love the elegant statement that her embellished gown made — did you?
Isabel Lucas’ ‘The Loft’ Premiere Dress — Stuns In Jenny Packham:
Isabel had all eyes on her when she arrived on the red carpet in a beautiful floor-length Jenny Packham gown. The exquisite piece was hard to ignore — and it fit Isabel’s slender frame perfectly. The deep cut neckline remained classic with a sheer embellished layer — and this feminine look was great for the evening.
Isabel styled her gown with a pair of silver strappy sandals and a gold Lee Savage clutch for a stark contrast. She wore her hair in an effortless, pulled back style — we’re so glad she didn’t overpower her look with elaborate jewelry.
Isabel Lucas’ Sequin Gown — Get The Look:
Make a sparkling statement in a sequin look of your own! This party girl material has withstood the test of time and proved that it will forever be a classic look if you want to make a statement. Try out this Nasty Gal Night Moves Sequin Dress the next time you want a head-turning evening look. The kimono-inspired silhouette is up to par with today’s shift dress trend and the deep V cut will ensure that there’s nothing tired about your sequin look.

Monday 26 January 2015

Lupita Nyong'o's Scarlett O'Hara-Inspired Red Lip


Scarlett O'Hara-inspired makeup and Nina Simone-inspired hair don't seem like a beauty match made in heaven, but on Oscar winner and well, all-the-time fashion winner Lupita Nyong'o, the random references just worked.
The star hit the SAG red carpet in a plunging v-neck, multi-colored Elie Saab gown and her flawless skin beaming. But it was the crimson pout that pulled attention — the creation of her longtime makeup artist, Nick Barose.
"I wanted a bit of a Gone With The Wind feel, but modern, with glowing skin, glowing pink cheeks and red lips," says Barose. The red lip felt strong, but far from overdone, as Barose struck a balance between literal '40s glam and a warm wash of color.
Applying the lipstick directly from the tube for maximum intensity, Barose used Lancome’s Le Crayon Lip Contour ($25) in Garnet and L'Absolu Rouge Lipcolor ($30) in Caprice.
"Using the lipstick directly on the lips and not a lip brush will deposit the color best," says Barose, who chose the red color combo upon seeing the varying red tones in Nyong’o’s dress.
"I wanted the lips to be Gone With the Wind, but modern," he says. "So it didn’t look like costume makeup."

Friday 23 January 2015

'Mom' jeans replace skinny jeans craze


Step aside skinny jeans, and make way for the "mom" jean.
High waisted, roomy around the bottom and reminiscent of the 90s, the mom jean has emerged as one of the most unlikely global fashion trends.
Once reserved for the cast of Friends and Beverly Hills 90210 and well, moms, the mom jean is having a major moment.
The comfy, retro bottoms have morphed into a fully-fledged street style phenomenon worn by the world's most stylish women everywhere from New York and Paris to Sydney and Melbourne.
"We are seeing major traction with the mom jean coming through the business," said General Pants design director Pip Edwards.
The resurgence of mom jeans is being driven by the trend for anonymous clothing over the latest "It" shoe or handbag, but ironically people at the pointiest end of fashion are now embracing the jeans.
"It's not about being flattering or showing how skinny you are, it's about showing how confident you are," said Edwards. "It's not the greatest silhouette, it's the coolest silhouette."
Beyoncé, Paris Vogue editor Emmanuelle Alt and Taylor Swift are among the high profile women who have embraced the mom jean, with a surge in demand for the style prompting denim giant Levi's to revamp its classic 501 jeans.
"We noticed the 501 as a big street trend a while back…being worn by fashion bloggers and younger progressive tribes," said Levi's head of design Jonathan Cheung.
Cheung noticed many people were wearing vintage 501s from the 90s, but customising and tapering them on a sewing machine to give them a better fit.
"It was a simple conclusion to say 'why don't we do this for you'?" he said.
The result is a new style of jean called the 501 CT that offers an updated version of the iconic denims with a slightly roomier waist, less fabric in the seat and a tapered leg.
The range already is being been embraced by fashion leaders including actress Amber Heard, model Erin Wasson and Sydney model and fashion blogger Tanja Gacic, who said the new 501 CTs offered a welcome alternative to the skinny jeans that have been ubiquitous for years.
"Skinny jeans can be so much work – not just in the fitness department but in the wedgie department too," said Gacic.
Rollas, Neuw Denim and Nobody Denim are among the local brands that have recently introduced their own versions of the mom jean.
"The mom jean is a natural progression, a hybrid of the familiar high-waisted skinny and the (baggy) boyfriend jeans," said Nobody Denim designer Rebecca Mcquaid. "For many style icons it is a staple in their wardrobes."
But arguably the best thing about mom jeans is you don't have to be a style icon to wear them.

Wednesday 21 January 2015

Why Mean Girls went to the State of the Union address


From a style perspective, the State of the Union address in Washington DC is usually a drab affair. However, a group of female senators dressed like the cast of Mean Girls let their outfits do the talking while Barack Obama was at the lectern.
Among the sea of grey, blue and black suits were five female politicians – all democrats in their second term, just like Obama – sitting together wearing pink suits.
It was a powerful statement and not the "On Wednesdays we wear pink" kind, as the women all synced up outfits to not only celebrate women in power but to also show the lack of gender equality in the House of Representatives.
Cheri Bustos from Illinois, Julia Brownley from California, Lois Frankel from Florida, Katherine Clark from Massachusetts and Ann McLane Kuster from New Hampshire posed for photos in their blush ensembles before posting the image and blasting out their message on Twitter.
"Sophomores in pink-we need more women in Congress," Bustos said.
"Wearing pink at State of the Union to celebrate over 100 women in Congress! We need to elect more," Kuster posted.
"Wearing pink to #SOTU because need more women in Congress!" Brownley wrote.
In the US there are 403 men in congress and 104 women.
Comparatively in Australia there are 150 members of the House of Representatives, 37 of them are female.
Meanwhile, Michelle Obama made a sartorial statement of her own, either accidently or subliminally.
The first lady wore a tweed Michael Kors skirt suit featuring an off-the-shoulder jacket with exposed zip and knee length skirt. Fans of The Good Wife would have recognised the look because Julianna Margulies' character Alicia Florrick – a fellow lawyer from Chicago – wore the same ensemble in a recent episode.
Prior to his address, Mr Obama's assistant and senior advisor Dan Pfeiffer caused a stir on social media by suggesting POTUS was bringing his infamous tan suit out of retirement for one of the most important speaking engagements of his presidency.
He, much to the relief of the American public, instead took a leaf out of Tony Abbott's style handbook and donned a navy suit with ice blue tie.

Monday 19 January 2015

Kate Middleton Wore Another Pale Blue Coat


Kate Middleton Wore Another Pale Blue Coat, So Cue The ‘Blue For A Boy’ Baby Speculation
Kate Middleton attended the opening of the Kensington Aldridge Academy and wore a pretty pale blue coat. It was chic. It was such a beautiful color. It was winter weather and slush be damned. It was also her second time wearing a powder blue coat in recent months, so get ready for the “is she wearing blue because she’s having a boy?” baby theories. Sample: “Pregnant Kate Middleton Hints At Baby’s Sex In Blue Coat.”
In November, Kate wore a Matthew Williamson coat in a similar shade of blue to visit the Pembroke Refinery in Wales. At the time, some perceptive royal watchers speculated that the coat might hint at the baby’s gender, while others thought Kate upped her maternity style game, and she was experimenting with bright jackets. For her recent outing, she wore the £195 Natasha coat from Seraphine, a stylish maternity label. Of course the pale blue coat sold out immediately, like everything in Kate’s classic-but-never-boring wardrobe does.
Kate doesn’t just love a pale blue coat. Who could forget that sexy pale blue Jenny Packham dress she wore to an event at the Natural History Museum. Everyone was too focused on her amazing legs and playing “spot the little baby bump” to think whether it may-or-may-not be a clue about the second royal baby’s gender.
Do you think Kate if trying to hint at her second’s child sex (and subtly prepare people for the disappointment that she’s not having a girl), or do you think this shade of blue might be her new favorite color? Her matching navy clutch and heels could support both arguments.
We only have a few more months until the new addition to the royal family is born, so start placing your bets on gender, names, looks, and whatever you can think of, now.

Thursday 15 January 2015

Lisa Rinna Wore the Same Dress She Rocked In 2005


Lisa Rinna Wore the Same Dress She Rocked In 2005

Lisa Rinna recycles her outfits!
The "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star joined her husband, Harry Hamlin, at the HBO bash after the Golden Globes, wearing the same dress she wore a decade ago.
Some have said it's tough to determine which photo of the 51-year-old is from 2005, though Rinna has yet to weigh in. But she has long been open about her aging secrets.
"Before a day of filming, I love to treat myself to an at-home facial [from esthetician Renee Rouleau]," she told Us Weekly last year. "I use her Triple Berry Smoothing Peel, followed by either the Energizing Cleansing Masque, when my skin feels oily, or the Bio Calm Repair Masque, when I need moisture."
She also hits the gym regularly, having told People that she prefers mixing spinning and yoga. Her diet is also pretty clean.
“I tend to call myself a dirty vegan. I’m mostly plant-based, but if I do need to eat some meat, I’ll have it," she told the magazine. “I think you have to listen to your body.”

Tuesday 13 January 2015

Red Carpet Brow Wow


Golden Globes Beauty: Red Carpet Brow Wow
Bold brows are here to stay, it seems, as demonstrated by Keira Knightley, Lorde and Taylor Schilling who were among the handful of stars sporting thick face-framers on the Golden Globes red carpet.
"[Strong brows] are something we love for [Taylor Schilling], because she naturally has them,” says makeup maven Tina Turnbow, who accentuated the Orange is the New Black star’s striking features using NARS’ Brow Gel and Brow Perfector. “The look frames her eyes so beautifully, I think and gives balance to the face. I didn't extend the brows — that’s what keeps it more modern too. I love taking what someone has naturally and playing with that."
Meanwhile, eyebrow guru Kristie Streicher crafted her signature brows for Into The Woods actress Emily Blunt, whose arches popped against her minimal makeup look (created by Streicher’s sister Jenn, no less). Using a darker custom color on the brow tail and ends, Streicher then combed it through to balance the brows out. Next, she tweezed all of the fine, blonde “downy” hairs on underside of the best actress nominee’s brows. To complete the look, Streicher brushed hairs up with a strong-hold brow gel to lift hairs— which softens the eyebrow lines and creates a feathered look.
Chanel artist Rachel Goodwin also followed suit, giving Emma Stone an on-trend brow to match her sparkly jumpsuit. “I filled in her eyebrows with Chanel’s Crayon Sourcils Sculpting Eyebrow Pencil and combed her brows up with gel,” explains Goodwin. “I wanted her brows to frame the eyes and to appear slightly thicker.”

Sunday 11 January 2015

How Amazing Hilary Duff Looks In This Solange-Inspired Outfit


I don’t know about you guys but I’m still not over how amazing Solange Knowles’ wedding was. Her hair and epic jumpsuits will probably (okay, definitely) be etched into my mind forever. And apparently I’m not the only one who feels that way.I think it’s pretty safe to say that Solange has made wearing white jumpsuits in winter a thing. First Miley Cyrus shows up to a red carpet looking uncharacteristically covered up in an amazing white suit and cape. And now Hilary Duff wore one while promoting her new show Younger yesterday.
If anyone ever doubted that her Lizzy Mcguire days are far, far behind her, they need look no further than the outfit she wore to the Television Critics Association panel. As Beyoncé might put it, Hilary’s officially a grown woman and she can do whatever she wants, including looking like a total babe in a jumpsuit that Bey’s sister would totally approve of.
Her outfit was so cute that anyone could tell that she looked amazing even though she was sitting down the entire time. Unlike Miley’s jumpsuit, Hilary’s appeared to be strapless and skintight. She styled it (like a boss) with a pale pink jacket, gold jewelry and a pair of tan and metallic pumps.
If Hilary is trying to let everyone know that she’s officially a grown up television star, I think her sophisticated sense of style and new show are the right ways to do that. According to TVLand.com, she’ll be playing a character named Kelsey on Younger, a show that’s being produced and directed by the creator of Sex and the City. The show is set to premiere on TV Land in March.
Here’s to hoping that Hilary’s new show takes off and that she gives us even more amazing outfits in 2015.

Thursday 8 January 2015

Amy Adams Has a Penchant for Blue


During Wednesday evening's People's Choice Awards, Amy Adams hit the stage to present her Batman V. Superman: Dawn of Justice co-star Ben Affleck with the Choice Humanitarian Award for his work in the Congo. While we missed her on the red carpet, the Golden Globe-nominated actress still made us swoon over her onstage look.
Adams hit the stage in a cobalt blue Gucci cocktail dress with a crystal belt (above), keeping things minimal and sophisticated with her low ponytail and black peep-toe pumps. The more we looked at her ensemble, we realized: This isn't the first time the actress has opted for blue.
In November, Adams stepped out and stunned in a royal blue embroidered gown (also by Gucci) at LACMA Art + Film Gala. Before that, she chose a bright blue, body-hugging Victoria Beckham dress when she attended the Weinstein Company post-BAFTA party in February, looking as fine as can be. Another time she flaunted her figure in that particular shade? When she attended last year's Oscars in midnight blue strapless Gucci gown.
We don't blame her for consistently choosing this harmonious hue — it looks so damn good on her. Here's to hoping we see her in her favorite shade at Sunday's Globes.

Tuesday 6 January 2015

Flaunting their game


Washboard abs was the theme for the evening. The annual fashion show, as part of Aircel Chennai Open’s Performax launch party, saw a few tennis players double up as models. While some of them got their gait right, the others treaded like they suspected explosives beneath their feet. Nicholas Monroe and Peter Torebko braved stage fright and walked with dainty models. The lobby of the Hyatt Regency was transformed into a gallery and on the ramp were dainty models showcasing collections by Reliance Trends. They were impeccably styled by Carol Gracias, who made even the most plain outfit look tres chic.
The show, choreographed by Sunil Menon, started off on a dramatic note with the showstopper, Shriya Saran, making a brief appearance appearing from below the stairs before disappearing backstage. The other models then took to the stage, in an Indian-wear, spring collection inspired by ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ and Jaipur pottery, comprising printed kurtis, crop tops, skirts and harem pants. The showstopper emerged again in a pristine white anarkali and a red bandana.
Chennai Open celebrates its 20 edition this year. The city has seen constant change in these two decades but this series has been a steady fixture here. After all, nippy evenings in Chennai are best associated with watching a good game of tennis at the SDAT Tennis Stadium. Vijay Amritraj, the Master of Ceremonies for the evening’s proceedings, opened with a string of questions to show just how much things have changed over the years. “What was the price of petrol 20 years back? Who was the top player 20 years ago? What was the price of tomatoes back then?” he asked the full house. The answers are as follows: Rs. 21; Pete Sampras; and tomatoes would set you back by Rs. 6-7 a kilo.
The next round showcased casual wear in vivid, summery shades. Shimmery capris, lace-back tops, short skirts, and floral-printed tops were part of the collection. This round also had Somdev Devvarman and Feliciano Lopez walking the ramp. Devvarman had the air of someone who had done this before. He paraded about nonchalantly in a pair of cargos, a khaki shirt and hat teamed with bluish-green chappals. Feliciano Lopez wore a pair of golf shorts, an open-buttoned shirt and hat.
The finale had the models sashay about in party wear. In monochromes, the outfits had fitted and flared silhouettes, with the hemline varying from really short to knee-grazing. Fitted cocktail pants too made it to the collection. Shriya Saran made an appearance again, this time in an all-black, over-the-top, shiny ensemble, with a cape that could have well been left aside.
After the fashion show, the event continued with Lopez playing bartender for the evening at the Bols official party by the poolside. Leander Paes, Roberto Bautista Agut, and David Goffin were present at the shindig, which took place at three different venues within the hotel, with excited fans managing photographs and brief conversations with the players.

Sunday 4 January 2015

Fishing for fashion icons


Jabong is all set to host the second season of Jabong Online Fashion Week, an initiative to provide a platform for budding talents in various fields like designing, modelling, hairstyling, make-up and fashion photography. The jury, responsible for training the winners — those chosen to showcase their work in the fashion week — consists of Nandini Bhalla, Noyonika Chatterjee, Varun Bahl, Vidya Tikari, Lubna Adams and Colston Julian.
Set on the breathtaking lawns of Dusit Devarana, New Delhi, the press launch saw the gorgeous Sushmita Sen grace the occasion with her charismatic personality, epitome of a diva that she is. “There is immense potential and immense talent in our country. We do not have a shortage of talent in a nation like ours. A diamond always remains a diamond. It has to be polished to give it facets and has to be given the right platform. This jury consists of legends that I go back in time with. I believe, an initiative like this is truly amazing as, once the winners grow and accomplish themselves, the jury becomes a part of their resume forever. It is definitely a wonderful place to be and I congratulate all the winners,” said the former Miss Universe.
Fashion designer Varun Bahl has an important role to play as the Online Fashion Week is all about the clothes. “I think we all here are looking for the same things — originality, passion, attention to detail. And seeing the online shopping catch up so soon, this is definitely a great platform. I am very excited about the great pool of talent we will be coming across,” he said.
Talking of the initiative, that calls itself “India’s first online shop-able fashion week”, Praveen Sinha, MD and Founder, Jabong.com shared his objectives. “The idea and intent of the online fashion week is very similar to what talent hunt did to the music industry. We wanted to create a similar platform and looking at last year’s success, we were able to produce some very good fashion entrepreneurs. We let the winners carve a profession out of their creative talents. We have introduced some exclusive international brands and at the same time encouraged a lot of fashion talent within the country, who we think have a global appeal,” he said.