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Evian Limited Edition by Christian Lacroix
2007-11-26 08:40:00 Haute Couturiers designing water bottles? Did I miss something? Oh well, it's way awesome anyway...The story: Evian has released a Limited Edition set of designer water bottles (which they've apparently been doing for a few years now), to show dedication to the fashion industry. To celebrate winter, Lacroix has designed this gorgeous (and expensive) Haute Couture Ice Queen bottle, and a Ready-to-Wear version with a pretty pattern weaving on the outside.I don't think they'll be coming to Australia, but even if they did they'll be following in the U.S.'s footsteps and only stocking them in high-end supermarkets. Official prices are a little iffy, but these babies are sure to pop up on eBay sooner or later, for less than what they're worth, I assume. Watch this space...Catch.*Romany*[photo courtesy of viecouture.com] More About: Christian , Christian Lacroix
What a Gorgeous Cover...
2007-11-25 09:31:00 Oh my! If only all covers were this beautiful! Trust US Vogue to create such a lovely image...but then again, Annie Leibovitz was the photographer, and you can't really go wrong with good old Annie L.Random post, I know. I just wanted an excuse to express my love for this dazzling cover, and it's accompanying photoshoot...Catch.*Romany*[photo courtesy of justjared.buzznet.com] More About: Cover , Gorgeous
Does It Get Any Better? Beauty and Sex and the City of course
2007-11-25 08:58:00 One of my favourite things to do after coming from school/work is to make myself a snack and settle with a nice, comforting episode of Sex and the City . This has been happening a lot recently (bad, I know...what about exam study, right?), but it's really given me a new perception of the show and it's characters. I've only really gotten into Sex and the City over the last 2 or 3 years, so I've seen all the episodes at least once, but watching all the seasons again has really changed my opinion of the characters.I was never a Miranda fan, now she's my favourite. Samantha is so careless and selfish this time around, Carrie gets more and more deluded and self-absorbed as the seasons progress, and Charlotte's pretty much her same old loveable self.All criticisms aside, the show is one of my favourites and always will be. It's been an absolute inspiration to women all around the world, showing them they can be strong and independent while maintaining impeccable style at the same ti... More About: Beauty
Research At It's Best
2007-11-24 10:19:00 See LC or Whitney anywhere?Thinking of interning at a fashion magazine? I know I am. It's definitely worth reading the Intern Blog at teenvogue.com. Although, here in Australia interning at magazines' isn't exactly as common as in the US and other countries, so everyone else already has a headstart. Lol. I always love reading these behind-the-scenes-at-a-magazine features, it really gives you the inside view of what really goes on.Of course, they'll never beat the 'Devil Wears Prada'...but they can try.Catch.*Romany*[photo courtesy of teenvogue.com] More About: Research
Gap Holiday 2007 Ad Campaign
2007-11-24 10:09:00 Monster fashion brand Gap has just released a batch of 2007 Holiday ads featuring celebrities from all walks life, including TV stars John Krasinski, Angie Harmon and Amy Poehler, supermodel Caroline Trentini (pictured), hip hop singer will.i.am plus a few more.These ads aren't exactly original, clearly drawing inspiration from other fashion brand photoshoots (United Colors of Benetton, anyone?), but they're undeniably cute all the same.What do you think? Love em? Or leave em?Catch.*Romany*[photo courtesy of justjared.buzznet.com] More About: Campaign
Best Dressed at the American Music Awards 2007
2007-11-24 09:30:00 Ok, I know this is 6 days late, but wait for it...exams, remember! Lol. It's really messed up my blogging schedule, but hopefully I aced them all and then I'll stop complaining.Now to the red carpet, which can be summed up in one word: bling. I had to wear sunnies whilst perusing through the stacks of pics of this event. But let me tell you, bling = hot! There was lot of leg, and alot of very interesting shapes. Clutches and beaucoup de bracelets were the accessories to have this time around.Best dressed goes to Ashanti. Haven't seen her in a while, so for a first-in-a-long-time spotting she looks dazzling. This colour looks great against her skin tone, and the dress 100% compliments her figure.Yay for curves! Alicia Keys and Beyonce have definitely raised the bar! Beyonce landed herself on a few 'Worst Dressed' lists, but I just don't get that. She looked stunning. Alicia looked equally classy, I'm getting such a New York vibe from her look.Bravest Dressed goes to Rihanna. H... More About: Music , Awards , Music Awards , American , American Music Awards
Quote of the Week
2007-11-24 08:56:00 "You know what? You're right -- forget about my life. I'm having Steve's baby! Pizza for everybody!"Miranda (Sex and the City, Season 4, Episode 59 "Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda"), sarcastically telling Carrie that she wants to keep Steve's baby...little did she know.I watched this episode today, and nearly collapsed with laughter! Oh my gosh, Cynthia Nixon is the best comic actress ever! :-) More About: Week , Quote
Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder...
2007-11-23 08:16:00 Lol! Sorry, couldn't resist with that title.Wow. Please try and excuse the fact that I have been totally M.I.A. for the passed, well let's see now...12 days! I feel completely disconnected from the fashion world!Anyway, don't worry I have a good reason. Exams. Woohoo. I've had a full blown week of exams, one each day. Sound fun? It was (warning: imitating my level of enthusiasm may cause emotional and physical harm).I'm pretty sure we get our results some time next week, so wish me luck. I need all that I can get!As a little consolation treat, I've compiled a list of things to get excited about right now:*First and foremost, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix came out on dvd this week (or was it last week? I'm so out of touch!) Go out and grab yourself a copy while you still can!*Auditions for season 4 of Australia's Next Top Model were held last week (which a friend of mine attended and totally got in the top 20 of Melbourne), which means the new season will be airin... More About: Heart , Grow , The Heart , Fond
Dreamin' of a White Wedding...
2007-11-12 07:55:00 I'm dreamin' of a white...Christmas. Just like the ones I used to know...Sorry that just got stuck in my head.Anyway, I was looking over my shameful collection of celebrity gossip magazines (the shame is in the amount, not the content, of course), and realised that I completely forgot to blog about WHO magazine's Celebrity Wedding s Special 2007 from last week.This is my favourite annual issue, I've bought it for 4 or 5 years in a row now. Tom and Katie's wedding made the cover this year (yes it was last year, but it happened after last year's Weddings issue was printed) and for good reason. From the pictures and word of mouth (and not to mention the hype, my god!) I'm guessing it was a pretty special day. It was probably the most beautiful, along with Erica Baxter and James Packer's wedding. Elizabeth Hurley's was in there as well, I'm so happy for her. The others included were: Ricki-Lee Coulter (I didn't even know she got married); Natalie Gruzlewski; Zoe Naylor; Eva Lo... More About: White , White Wedding
Christmas Wishlist: Ralph Cool by Ralph Lauren
2007-11-11 10:32:00 I find that making lists calms my mind. I figure, if I've got something to remember I may as well write it down (in list form, natch) therefore I can clear it from my mind without worry.So come Christmas time, my mind is filled with so many material desires (sorry, but I can't help being superficial presents-wise) that I simply must make a list. So I've decided to share my desires to realms past my immediate family, just in case anyone is feeling the same way. An electronic list is far easier to keep track of than a piece of paper, after all.As I've previously mentioned, I absolutely adore this fragrance. Including perfumes which don't actually belong to me, but I use them anyway, as well as my own measly personal stash, Ralph Cool is the only one I've actually lusted after. For the past few years, this particular item has been consistently topping my Christmas lists and yet I still haven't got it (wow, how bratty does that sound? Lol). Don't worry, though, this will be the ... More About: Wishlist , Ralph Lauren , Lauren
Come on, Vogue! Let your body move to the music...
2007-11-11 09:08:00 I am in the biggest Vogue mood today.As my up-and-down relationship with Vogue Australia intensifies, I believe that this month's issue is a turning point. I was walking past the fashion glossies in a newsagent yesterday after work, and couldn't help but think to myself, with this be the month? The month that I re-ignite my love affair with the messiah of Australian fashion? Much to my delight, it is.And this month it's all about Australian talent (similar to the October issue of last year, the first Vogue I ever bought, coincidently)! Kristy Hinze is the cover girl, in a modern-retro swimsuit and sporting what looks like a very masculine Rolex (but I could be wrong). Strange choice, I have to admit, but I really like the contrast of the overall picture.In a non-Vogue-Australia-related story: ever wondered what it's really like to work for Anna Wintour? A certain ex-intern has spilled all. This article is from July, 2006 but it's still very relevant. I was reading and was shock... More About: Music , Body , Move , The Music
Glamour's Woman of the Year Award in Safe Hands
2007-11-04 09:08:00 You know, I've always loved Jennifer Garner. She's humble, down-to-earth, stylish, a great role model to working women...and she just seems so damn nice. So as far as I'm concerned, Glamour couldn't have acknowledged a more deserving woman.On November 5, Jennifer will be honoured at a fancy ceremony in New York, along with Toni Morrison (a Nobel-prize winner) and Lorena Ochoa (a golfer) to name a few. And little Abigail Breslin (Little Miss Sunshine herself) has been named Glamour's first ever Girl of the Year .Now, to this dazzling cover. I'm just in awe. It's absolutely stunning.You go girl! Lol.Catch.*Romany*[photo courtesy of news.sawf.org] More About: Hands , Woman , Award , Safe
Tote Me, Baby!
2007-11-04 06:35:00 It seems that, subconsciously, I am in constant pursuit of the perfect tote bag. In my eyes, for everyday use, a tote is the perfect bag: stylish (well, I guess that depends on which one you buy, right?), practical and secure.But, believe it or not, there are some real duds out there. Simply typing 'tote bag' into Google, doesn't exactly bring exciting results. So I decided to help anyone out there (as well as myself) who's on the prowl for a pretty tote, and compiled a list of the cutest ones I could find online in half an hour of searching.The FUN Tote Chip Chop -- European Vacation $169 (AUD)The GIRLIE ToteJuicy Couture -- Daydreamer Velour Tote $195 (USD)The DESIGNER ToteBetsey Johnson -- Betseyville $95 (USD)The SAVE THE WORLD ToteLauren Bush -- World Food Programme Feed bag -- $59.95 (USD)The TRAVEL ToteDooney & Burke -- Madras Medium Duffle $350 (USD)EDIT I changed this travel one because I thought this was prettier than the LeSportsac one. I've left the link to that ... More About: Baby
Kate Wins 'Artist of the Year'!
2007-11-03 09:04:00 Oh I just love Kate Wins let. If anyone deserves to win this award it's Kate. Not only is she one of the most humble and down-to-earth actresses around, she's also one of the most beautiful, stylish and hardworking!Here on the left, Kate's at the 16th Annual BAFTA (British Academy of Film and Television)/LA Cunard Britannia Awards at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza in Los Angeles. And on the right is Ms. Winslet arriving in Los Angeles (at LAX airport), looking casual yet chic, just a few hours earlier. Wow, she's one fast dresser!Congratulations Kate, can't wait to see Revolutionary Road (Leo DiCaprio and Kate's first film together since Titanic -1997)Catch.*Romany*[photos courtesy of justjared.buzznet.com] More About: Artist , Year , Artis
Once Upon A Dream...
More articles from this author:2007-11-03 03:28:00 To all those lucky enough to live in New York: I will be joining you one day.I have never been to New York, but of all the places I'm making it my business to live in at some point, New York is number one. My love of New York started not too long ago, and only intensified whilst watching movies like the Devil Wears Prada, and TV shows like Sex and the City. And the fashion, oh the fashion...New York's famous Broadway District.Right now, it's around about the time when all the 2008 calendars are popping up everywhere, and guess what kind I look for...? That's right. I've always had this idea of making my own New York calendar, because all the current ones don't exactly portray New York in the ways I most love. One of these such ways is New York at Christmas time. I cannot think of a more beautiful landscape image.New York's even more famous Central Park.I'm a big believer of that old 'if you wish for something hard enough, eventually it will come your way'. I use it for man... More About: Dream 1, 2, 3 |
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