Caroline Flack is face of Apricot’s denim range

British TV presenter Caroline Louise Flack, who has co-presented the eighth series of ‘The Xtra Factor’, is the face of Apricot’s new Transformer range of denim.

Caroline is best known for presenting ‘I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! Now!’ from 2008 to 2010.
Apricot’s new innovative range of jeans comes in Skinny, Bootcut and Skinny Flare styles, which are especially designed to flatter and flaunt natural curves of the legs. All styles are made from ultra-stretch fabrics that take the shape of the legs as soon as they are worn.
Each of the three styles is available in three fits – Peachy, Electric and Juicy – designed to suit different body shapes. Peachy Fit is low cut at the top, Electric Fit is still lower, while Juicy Fit has slightly higher cut.
These different styles and fits will help shoppers to ‘mix and match’ and find out the jeans that look good on them.

Swarovski Elements continues to spark for Victoria's Secret ‎

For the ninth dazzling year, SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, the premium brand for the finest crystal elements manufactured by Swarovski, and Victoria’s Secret, the company with a passion for fabulouslingeries, have partnered on the show stopping Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show.

The collaboration between the two global brands is proof that when it comes to Swarovski, there is virtually no limit to creative possibilities. This year, two million SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS embellished one-of-a-kind creations for The Victoria’s Secret Fashion show including iconic Angel wings, exquisite custom-made lingerie, designer couture pieces, shoes and even stockings.

SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS was seen on six key looks from designer Jenny Manik Mercian, who created an awe-inspiring masterpiece as well as glistening footwear by Giuseppe Zanotti, encrusted with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, creating head-to-toe looks.

Reinhard Mackinger, executive vice president for Swarovski North America is also inspired by the collaboration. “Both brands stand for creativity, inspiration, and complement each other in the creation of new products as well as lend an aspirational appeal to the customer. We are thrilled to continue expanding our collaboration to reach not only the Fashion Show viewer but the consumer as well.”

Another stunning display of creativity and craftsmanship was evident in the matador inspired piece, as seen on model Bregke Heinen. Also created by Manik Mercian, the costume was part of the Passion theme.

A key highlight of the show included the stunning Passion Play Fan Wings by Jenny Manik Mercian made over five months with approximately 105,000 SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS and weighing 22 pounds. The 23 carat gold-plated antique copper Passion Play Fan Wings were inspired by a jewel box of luxurious, opulent gem tones making each wing distinctive and dramatic on its own.

Stunning combinations of poppy oranges and reds mixed with fuchsias, vibrant turquoise, royal blue and chartreuse are contrasted with shocking yellows and dazzling hues of metallic gold. Romance, desire and sensuality are captured in the luxurious detail of lace, brocades, embroidery and beading reminiscent of Haute Couture.

Erin Wasson Unveils Zadig & Voltaire Collection

Last night in Paris, Texan model Erin Wasson unveiled her latest foray into design: a ready-to-wear capsule collection in collaboration with French lifestyle brand Zadig & Voltaire. Unsurprisingly, Erin injected the collection with her own brand of cool, drawing inspiration from rock music from the 1960s and 1970s. So what will you find? The 15-piece collection includes a cashmere jumpsuit, jewelry, leather pants, a python bag and boots, and a studded suede jacket, among other items. The full Erin Meets Zadig line will launch exclusively on Net-A-Porter in September, before arriving in selection Zadig & Voltaire stores. Prices will start at around $120

Celebrity Style: White Fairy Tale Love Ball

Last night, Russian model Natalia Vodianova hosted the White Fairy Tale Love Ball at Valentino’s Château de Wideville on the outskirts of Paris. Unsurprisingly, the who’s who of the fashion world were out in force—including Eva Herzigova, Daphne Guinness, Anne Hathaway, Anna Dello Russo, Olivia Palermo, Julia Restoin-Roitfeld, and Margherita Missoni, among others. While many—including Natalia herself—eschewed the dress code, which called for white or silver gowns, the red carpet was nevertheless a vision to behold. On that note, click inside to see all the celebrity style statements from the event and make sure to tell us your favorites in the comments section below!

L-R: Model and muse Margherita Missoni wore a white gown. Editor Anna Dello Russo wore a white gown. Actress Anne Hathaway wore a white vintage Valentino gown and a floral tiara by Stephen Jones.

L-R: Model Natalia Vodianova wore a red Valentino gown. Model Eva Herzigova wore a black gown and accessorized with a black feather in her hair. Fashion insider Daphne Guinness wore a rainbow Alexander McQueen kimono gown and accessorized with chopsticks in her hair.

L-R: Stylist Carine Roitfeld wore a white Givenchy gown. Socialite and reality star Olivia Palermo wore a silver dress. Model Julia Restoin-Roitfeld wore a white gown.

Fall 2011 Campaigns From Chanel, Valentino & DKNY

Another day, another round of fall 2011 campaigns trickles in! Today you can click inside to see Freja Beha Erichsen posing for Chanel—styled by Carine Roitfeld, no less. You can also sneak a peek at the Valentino campaign, which stars American model Ruby Aldridge, Danish model Caroline Brasch Nielsen, Polish model Monika Jagaciak, and Swedish model Sara Blomqvist. In addition, you can catch a glimpse of Russian model Anne Vyalitsyna, Brazilian model Aline Weber, and Brazilian model Izabel Goulart, who star in DKNY’s campaign. Plus, Guess by Marciano, Loewe, and Mulberry!

Chanel
Danish model Freja Beha Erichsen stars in Chanel’s fall 2011 campaign. The campaign was photographed by Karl Lagerfeld and styled by former French Vogue editor Carine Roitfeld.

DKNY
Russian model Anne Vyalitsyna, Brazilian model Aline Weber, and Brazilian model Izabel Goulart appear in DKNY’s fall 2011 campaign. The campaign was shot by Inez & Vinoodh.

Guess By Marciano
American model Heide Lindgren and German model Eugen Bauder star in Guess by Marciano’s fall 2011 campaign. The campaign was photographed by Alix Malka.

Loewe
Italian model Mariacarla Boscono stars in Loewe’s fall 2011 campaign. The campaign was photographed by Mert & Marcus.

Mulberry
Argentinian model Tati Cotliar and Swiss model Julia Saner appear in Mulberry’s fall 2011 campaign. The campaign was shot by Tim Walker.

Valentino
American model Ruby Aldridge, Danish model Caroline Brasch Nielsen, Polish model Monika Jagaciak, and Swedish model Sara Blomqvist appear in Valentino’s fall 2011 campaign.

Princess Kate Middleton Fashion Pics

How does she do it? After wowing the crowds at Trooping the Colour, Kate is surprise guest at wedding of her ‘royal matchmaker’

The man credited with saving Prince William and Kate’s romance got a surprise guest at his own wedding today – the Duchess of Cambridge.

Just hours after she proudly watched her husband take part in his first Trooping the Colour, Kate joined guests at the wedding of close friend Sam Waley-Cohen, who married party organiser Bella Balin today.

The jump-jockey was branded the royal matchmaker after apparently helping Kate and Wills rekindle their romance after their brief split in March 2007 – a claim which Mr Waley-Cohen has modestly denied since.

The pair chatted with friends, villagers and wedding guests outside St Michael and All Angels Church in Lambourn, near Hungerford in Berkshire, before the ceremony began.

According to onlookers, the future Queen drove herself to the wedding and had apparently changed into a new outfit since her appearance on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, where she wore a fitted white coat.

Prom Dresses 2011 Color Trends

Prom Dresses 2011 | Oscar de la Renta
“You have to make a woman fall in love with your clothes.” That was Oscar de la Renta backstage before his pre-fall show, talking about how to woo the customer during the recession. Take a look at some prom dresses 2011.

The color trends for prom dresses 2011 are shinny popping colors. Striking pink, amazing orange, deep purple and bold blue are used 2011 prom dress colections. Insight these colors you can find all sorts of lovely shades and hues.

You can find the perfect shade to match your coloring to complement your personal style whether you are a brunette, blonde, or somewhere in between.

Keep in mind that classic white or black formal prom dresses are always in style and always a good choice. So if have been desiring for a stunning silky black gown or a fresh white dress, you will definitely shine.

It doesn’t matter how amazing and beautiful your prom dress looks on a mannequin or model, if the dress is not fitted for your body style, it will just not complement you.

That doesn’t mean that you can’t find the perfect prom dress for your prom party. What really means is that you have to take the most honest friend or relative you have and hit the shops, to be patient and calm, to try on a lots of different designs and see what color, style, length,.. makes you feel and look special. That’s it.

Introducing Kelly Love

Song Of The Rainbird, the fall 2011 collection from Australian-born, London-based designer Kelly Love, is as dreamy as the title suggests. Teeming with intricate details and textures such as sand-washed silk, hand-printed prints, painted fur, felted wool, and lightweight suede, the collections pays homage to the silhouettes of the 1960s but is not without a modern charm. Key pieces include (from left to right): the Dance of the Peacock dress, a silky cocktail dress with a pretty print that instantly evokes thoughts of Miu Miu’s infamous cat print; the Little Bird Dress, an electric violet shift; and, the Giselle dress, a slinky boho sheath that would look right at home on Sienna Miller.

Another Fall 2011 Preview From Topshop

Although we are still only getting in to the swing of things with summer, fall will be here in no time. Happily, Topshop has just released another preview of its fall 2011 collection, which makes the countdown to fall slightly less lackluster. In fact, if Topshop has anything to do with your fall wardrobe, you’ll be set for a colorful and electrifying season! Look out for faux fur in bright colors and bold prints, retro pencil skirts, boxy tomboy coats, ankle-grazing trousers, graphic print sweaters in neon brights, and more. Click inside to check out the entire fall 2011 collection. The fall 2011 collections will begin to arrive in Topshop stores, as well as online at Topshop.com, later this month.

Swimsuit Designer Swimwear by Meriell Club 2011

You know you want it! Callisto short jumper features crochet cut out detailing at shoulders and a low cut back. Ties at back. Dropped waistline. Roomy back pocket. Shorts are cinch at each side.
Availability: In stock
Style: CAJU11
Item: 130-017
Ships from: Canada
Material: 80% Nylon, 20% Spandex
Collection: L Space Swimwear 2011

Jessica Alba with Maternity Dresses in CFDA Fashion Awards 2011

This is how to look chic when pregnant!Jessica Alba with Maternity Dresses in CFDA Fashion Awards 2011.

Jessica Alba with Maternity Dresses in CFDA Fashion Awards 2011. Jessica Alba opted for a modern, but muchos flattering Diane von Furstenberg custom made dress for today’s fashion festivities at the CFDAs.
Jessica Alba with Maternity Dresses in CFDA Fashion Awards 2011. Jessica teamed her tangerine and magenta colour-blocked maxi with statement making pearl and gold drop earrings, a coordinating cuff, and finished it off with a hard cased gold clutch.

What’s your call on this yummy mummy’s style?

Look Of The Day: Rosie Huntington-Whiteley Out In Michael Kors

British model and actress Rosie Huntington-Whiteley wore a draped silk jersey Michael Kors gown to a photo call for Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon in Moscow, Russia. We think Rosie looks amazing, as usual. What do you think of Rosie’s ensemble?
Photos: WENN

Style Spy: Summer Days

Summer can be tricky when it comes to fashion. On the one hand, you probably have a social calendar jam-packed with events, and accordingly, you need a slew of new outfits. On the other hand, who wants to think about fashion when you could be having fun in the sun? If this fashion fix sounds familiar, you will be pleased to know that today’s Style Spy story is here to help! Yes, dear readers, today we have the scoop on what four of our favorite stylish stars—specifically, Nicole Richie, Kate Bosworth, Liv Tyler, and Sienna Miller—are wearing this summer and how they are wearing it! So, if you are ready for a fresh batch of summer outfit inspiration, read on and make sure to take notes as you will find plenty of ideas in today’s Style Spy story!

Nicole Richie
A floral dress is the perfect piece for summer, which is why we love this look from Nicole Richie. Nicole was spotted out and about in West Hollywood last week wearing a floral dress, a studded denim vest, and chunky black wedges. By pairing her dress with tougher elements—namely, the vest and wedges—Nicole has toned down the femininity of the dress and stayed true to her boho-meets-rocker aesthetic. To put together an equally cute look, pick up Tinley Road’s Floral Button Front Dress ($34.99) or Angel Eye’s Floral Dress ($34.48) and pair it with Topshop’s Sleeveless Denim Cropped Jacket ($65) and House of Harlow 1960′s Veronika Wedges ($233).

Kate Bosworth
It is no secret that colored denim is having a major style moment this summer, so make sure you take style notes from Kate Bosworth. Kate was spotted out and about in Silver Lake earlier this month wearing pink denim shorts, a lightweight sweater, and suede ankle boots. We love the cool yet casual vibe of this outfit—it would look equally at home on the beach, on a vacation, or at the flea market. Inspired? Pick up Siwy’s Camilla Cutoff Shorts ($152) or J Brand’s Cut Off Denim Shorts ($143) and pair them with Free People’s Laguna Coast Pullover ($88). Then, simply add Loeffler Randall’s Suede Ankle Boots ($395) and you are all set!

Liv Tyler
Ever-stylish actress Liv Tyler was recently spotted out and about in New York City wearing a silk print dress by DKNY and red Christian Louboutin peep-toes. We love this look for two reasons. Firstly, it is chic and sophisticated, which makes it perfect for a classy cocktail party or stylish summer event. Secondly, it is decidedly easy to put together, which is a must in summer! To try this look for yourself, pick up Paul & Joe’s Polka Dot Silk Dress ($535) or MM Couture’s Polka Dot Dress ($88) and pair it with Christian Louboutin’s Devalavi 120 Suede Peep-Toes ($705) or Nine West’s Zebedee Peep-Toe Platforms ($48.86).

Sienna Miller
Sienna Miller is blessed with the innate ability to look stylish at every turn and the ensemble she put together for the French Open earlier this month—specifically, a cream shift dress, studded heels, and a floppy hat—is no exception. Although Sienna dressed up for the occasion, she gave the ensemble her own personal twist by adding a floppy hat that stays true to her boho roots. The result? A très chic ensemble! If you love this look, pick up Nanette Lepore’s Spun Around Shift Dress ($167) or ASOS’s Shift Dress ($77.58) and then pair it with Jean-Michel Cazabat’s Chaka T-Strap Sandals ($207). To finish, add Pins & Needles’s Straw Floppy Hat ($29).

Another Versace For H&M Preview

While some H&M collections debut after months of secrecy, the Versace For H&M collection will do no such thing. On the contrary, we have already seen a preview video and now a series of images have been released! The collection is arriving just in time for party season, which is perfect as the collection is teeming with pretty party dresses! There is a metallic silver shift, a studded white mini, and a neon foulard-print dress—and these are just three of the dresses you’ll spot in the latest preview! Click through to see the rest of the images and stay tuned for further sneak peeks as we begin the countdown to November 17.

 

Colorful Boho Bags

Here at Mama’s A Rolling Stone, the arrival of summer means taking a relaxed, easygoing approach to fashion, which is why the new mini-trend that has been emerging in Hollywood—colorful boho bags—is so timely! Top tastemakers like Rachel Bilson, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Sienna Miller, and Gwen Stefani have all been spotted out and about in the last few months, working the look in their own way. Rachel and Sienna used their bags to spice up cool-yet-casual outfits, Rosie opted to use hers as a beach bag, while Gwen used hers as an everyday tote. Whichever way you work the look, the result is clear: these bags add an effortlessly cool vibe to every ensemble. If you are ready to try this trend for yourself, consider these options: Free People’s Hacienda Bag ($78), ASOS’s Multi Stripe Woven Holdall ($64.63), and American Eagle’s Ikat Slouchy Hobo Bag ($24.50).

Cut Out Dresses

The red carpet is no stranger to skin-baring dresses—we all remember Jennifer Lopez’s daring green Versace gown—but lately we have noticed a mini-trend sweeping the celebrity circuit. Stars like Selena Gomez, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Halle Berry, and Chloe Sevigny have all been spotted on the red carpet in dresses with bold cut out panels. Selena wore a sexy Dolce & Gabbana gown to the 2011 Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas earlier this month, Rosie showed off her back in a Max Mara gown at the 2011 Maxim Hot 100 Party in Hollywood, Halle wore a revealing Halston dress to the 2011 FiFi Awards in New York City, and Chloe wore a lace cut-out dress from Opening Ceremony for an event in New York City. If you like this mini trend, there are plenty of options on the market; we particularly like ASOS’s Cut Out Dress ($59.09) and Naven’s Cut Out Dress ($264). So, do you plan to try this mini trend?

Spring Summer 2011 Collection Design by Julie Fagerholt Heartmade

Elie Saab Spring/Summer 2011 Ready-to-Wear Collection

The Elie Saab name is equivalent with charm, elegance and fluid impressive dresses, in our fashion dictionary, so the Spring/Summer 2011 collection doesn’t make it any different. Exquisite shapes and fabulous looks, the dresses come simply beautiful on the runway while giving a dreamy romantic touch to our modern times influenced by futuristic fashion.
The color palette of the Spring/Summer 2011 collection is so perfect for a wedding. Mix some spring blush, grays, beige and to some more summer colors champagne pink, easy orange,salmon, soft grey, light blue, nude and white and the result is amazing.Glamorous and extremely elegant, Elie Saab’s dresses in the Spring/Summer 2011 fashion show come in pretentious shapes, captivating details that present a refine sexiness and innocent accents that emphasize the romantic theme chosen. The statement accessories used in the collection bring a plus of chicness and a touch of luxury in every piece.

Spring Summer 2011 Collection Design for women fashion by Designer, Julie Fagerholt. Ready to wear fashion with luxury, chic, romantic, and detailing design are Spring Summer 2011 Fashion Clothes from fashion label Julie Fagerholt Heartmade. Feminine detail and only use finest materials are one of design signature on every Julie Fagerholt fashion design, including on Julie Fagerholt Spring Summer 2011…

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Versace Spring Summer 2011

Sabatini White Women’s Summer Fashion 2011
Versace woman marched with his collection for the fashion show Spring / Summer 2011 Milan Fashion Week. Donatella Versace presents its wide range of women’s fashions that women wear to the next heating season. The cabinet is offered by the brand on the catwalks of Milan Fashion Week and “really full of interesting ideas: the Italian designer thought of a woman who loves to show off the clothes that speak of a modern seduction, a new elegance that is ideal for younger generations of women.

Gucci Prom Dresses 2012 Fashion Design Inspiration

Gucci Prom Dresses

Wedding dresses for a Gucci Cruise 2011 , this is a selection of dresses that make up the Gucci cruise collection for Spring Summer 2011. Although the collection consists of thousands of casual clothes for the sunny days of summer and swimsuits for when the time comes to reach the beach. We have chosen these fine clothes as a suggestion for when to choose one for those wedding day and never missing summer. Short dresses that are also great for a night out in this autumn / winter, we know there will be many events arrivals Christmas and if it is an occasion of great formality Gucci long dresses are a perfect choice. In a display of beautiful colors like champagne and pink color, there are beautiful white dress combined with black, or black minidress winner that never fails. Let’s see what a wedding dress takes to succeed Gucci.


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70s Fashion

70’s fashion was an eclectic mix of things that were both modern as well as long forgotten.
On the one hand it was the decade of disco and everything that came with it. Strobe lights, polyester and platform shoes.
It also closely followed the flower power 60’s from where it would draw a large amount of inspiration through the hippy inspired fashion and ethnic influences.

And at the same time it got a lot of influences from nostalgia for the decades past, the 20’s, 30’s, 40’s and 50’s and even for the Edwardian era.
It was the decade when women truly started being empowered and they demonstrated this by wearing a varied mix of styles and colors, and creating the midi and maxi skirt for occasions when the mini skirt or hot pants weren’t exactly ideal.
Long hair continued to be fashionable for both men and women, and the decade saw the rise in popularity of jeans, and they’ve never faltered since. Bell bottoms and platform shoes were the main stay for most of the decade, but at the same time the 70’s saw the rise in popularity of trainer and running shoes, and bell bottoms started to narrow towards their normal dimensions towards the end of the decade. This period is certainly an era which has not been forgotten

Angela Martini Fashion