Juli 2011
Elle.Stardoll
From right to left, Giambattista Valli, Alexis Mabille & Valentino
Couture week’s never been short on fantasy, but this season a few designers took an especially playful spin on everyone’s favorite hero—the white knight. Their fairytale fantasies came to life via white evening capes in styles running the gamut from festooning tiers to precisely tailored wool crepe. First seen at Giambattista Valli’s couture debut, our generation’s Italian master re-envisioned the evening suit, pairing his cape with a coordinating sheath and embellishing it with handmade silk petals for a restrained take on princess charming. Moving onto Valentino, Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pier Paolo Piccioli presented a collection of sheer delicacies, and this meticulous look: a mandarin-collared topper with a keyhole neckline and oblong diamond cutouts. While similar to Valli’s creation in silhouette, their version was inspired by the Edwardian era Romanovs, something evident in the duo’s diminutive embroideries and coronets. Alexis Mabille rounds out the trend with a cape that’s more Renaissance court jester than early 20th century discretion. His frothy pile of organza tiers was accessorized with yellow lace ups and Pocahontas hair feathers. The look could have fit in at Puss and Boots: The Opera (which can’t be theatrically far from couture anyway). Seems like this year’s influx of (fashion snooze-worthy) royalty has had its valiant effect on Paris— just thank god their ancestors gave us something to be inspired by!
Amber.Stardoll- Following the biggest and most emotional world premiere London had ever seen, the stars of "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2" gathered at Old Billingsgate Market for a huge after party. Many of the film's biggest stars showed up to celebrate, as well as a few celebrities who we didn't see at the premiere's red carpet. We bet they had a truly magical night! ;)
ElleGirl- What does summer smell like? The ocean? Sunscreen? Your summer fling? We’re not sure we could put a finger on it, but this season’s definitely a time filled with distinct and often delicious scents. A number of fragrance-makers have tried to bottle the smell of summertime and have created fruity, beachy fragrances that are available this season only—so get them while you can. A spritz or two before you dash out for your warm-weather activities will ensure you have the best smelling summer ever. Make sure to save a bit for the dreary, cold months and with just a whiff, the snow will melt away and you’ll be transported back beneath the sweltering summer sun. CK one summer, a unisex scent, layers melon, tangerine, lemon, rhubarb and cedarwood into a cool, crisp combo.
- Amber.Stardoll
- We spotted one half of the Olsen twins, Ashley Olsen leave her hotel in New York City yesterday. We were loving her brown leather bag, black sandals, abstract-striped skirt and over-sized nude sweater but.. What was up with the body jewelery? It was like nothing we had ever seen before, and we just can't tell if it's going to be the next big thing, or the next big no no. The jewelery was a band made of small silver balls and it had a small pink crystallized string attached. We're having serious problems deciding if we love it, or if we hate it. Mind helping us out by voting?
- ElleGirl
Photo: ThinkStock
Summer time means summer heat. We leave our homes with perfect make up all intact, and come night our blush is worn off our cheeks, our lipstick color has faded, and worst of all? Raccoon eyes from running mascara! Lucky for us, we have beauty experts concocting waterproof mascaras to beat the heat. After countless test runs, the ladies of ELLEgirl came across five waterproof mascaras that made a long-lasting impression on our lashes. See which ones got our vote after the jump!
- ElleGirl
Photo: Getty
Who: Emma Watson
What: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 London photocall
Wear: Rafael Lopez minidress, Chanel pumps
Millions of fans across the globe are anxiously awaiting the bittersweet final installment of the decade-long Harry Potter series, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2. While many braved heavy downpours at London’s Trafalgar Square last night hoping to catch a glimpse of the film’s stars as they arrived for the world premiere this morning, a devoted few caught the young actors earlier in the day as they posed outside St. Pancras station for a photocall. The always modest and poised Emma Watson chose a gold-and-black Rafael Lopez minidress that was all about the details: a lace overlay, patent skinny belt, and ruffled tulle shoulders and hem—anything but your basic LBD. Keeping the glam factor down for the day, Watson paired the up-to-there stunner with patent Chanel pumps and simple drop earrings. The actress, who plays Harry’s nerdy best friend Hermione Granger, has a lot in common with her character’s book-loving ways. She’s spent the last year at Brown and is set to star in the film-adaptation of another young-adult classic, The Perks of Being a Wallflower, in 2012. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 premieres stateside on July 15.
- ElleGirl
Photo from V Magazine, Courtesy of Nicola Formichetti
It’s no secret that Americans feel pressure to be stick thin. The image is projected onto us from every media outlet. With super tiny models and celebrities reigning supreme over pop culture, the race is on to become the skinniest version of yourself. Then there’s the idea that big is beautiful and not to be ashamed of your size. These influential messages have teens and adults alike in a standstill between embracing their figure and shaming themselves into thinness. Tom Ford, famously nonchalant in interviews, was quoted in Time Out Hong Kong saying, “Americans are too fat. And in London they are starting to get fat too. So I have to say that if we have to talk about race system and nationalism, I find it refreshing that everyone [who is] Chinese is slim.” Then we have Lady Gaga’s stylist, Nicola Formichetti, whose comments were “misconstrued” in the latest issue of W. He made a comment saying he disliked working with fat people but later retracted. Formichetti even posted a photo on his Facebook of a plus-sized model he styled for V magazine. Well, bold and big are beautiful, and the fashion industry is taking baby steps to ensure these gorgeous women get their chance in the spotlight.
- Amber.Stardoll
- Finally we get our much needed Gossip Girl fix! The actors are all back on set shooting for the 4th season of the popular hit series and earlier today, we spotted Leighton Meester strolling the streets of Manhattan all dressed up as her character Blair Waldorf! As usual, we were loving her styling. The yellow flowery-chic outfit was just pure summer perfection in our eyes!
- Elle.Stardoll
Photo: Getty Images
Another bit of news has just popped out of haute couture week in Paris—Roland Mouret’s been named the new Creative Director of Robert Clergerie. Mouret’s the first designer to helm the accessories brand after its founder, Clergerie, and says he’s looking forward to being “part of the special relationship that women have with their shoes.” Given Mouret’s mastery of the female form—and obvious love of women—we’re surprised its taken him this long to tackle a shoe collection. The British designer’s known for fierce tailoring in a very feminine style and though Clergerie may not be known for 6″ stilettos we imagine Mouret will drive the brand in that direction. The Maison isn’t quite a household name in the States, and without a strong fashion identity it’s nearly a blank slate for Mouret. While he exercises his creative freedom the brand will attract plenty of attention from the fashion world. Clergerie said in a release, “I’m delighted to see Roland Mouret at the head of the creation of the Maison that I created. It is a great symbol to see such perspectives, with a talent who already knows and loves our company.”
- ElleGirl
Photo: Courtesy of eBay
This season’s Brian Atwood pumps for less than $100. Tory Burch clutches for a fraction of the designer’s price. DVF dresses for only a couple week’s allowance. It all sounds way, way too good to be true. Well, that’s probably because it is (sadly). Designer rip-offs, knock-offs, fakes—whatever you want to call them—have become all too common. And although we love a good deal, we simply can’t get behind shelling out our cash to a fashion copycat who wants to make bank on somebody else’s creativity. eBay has teamed up with the CFDA to send out a similar message: You Can’t Fake Fashion. Starting Monday, the online auction megasite will be selling totes bearing the tagline for $35, along with limited-edition, specially customized bags from 50 CFDA designers for $135. ELLE.com got an exclusive sneak-peek at the Diane Von Furstenburg creation above, and we can’t wait to see what the other designers—including The Row, Badgley Mischka, Tory Burch, Jason Wu and Marchesa—offer up. One of the bags might be a bit of a pricey investment, but it’s a steal- and a completely legal one- considering who they’re designed by. Plus, all proceeds will benefit the CFDA foundation. Visit eBay’s Fashion Vault on Monday to check out the selection.
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