St. John ropes in Kate Winslet as new face

The luxury knitwear manufacturer brand, St. John has roped in actress Kate Winslet as its brand ambassador.


The actress replaced Angelina Jolie and Karen Elson who formerly endorsed the brand.


Reports regarding a row between the brand and Jolie started coming last year, when some of the media channels claimed that, Jolie had some issues regarding the outfits that she was required to put on for the brand.


The brand managers said that they roped in Winslet to endorse the 2011 line as, she best exemplifies the brand’s contemporary sensibility.


On the other hand, Winslet said that, she took up the offer as she feels that the brand symbolizes the dressing and living style of today’s women. She said that the brand’s collection is stylish and elegant, and that she is thrilled to be associated with the brand.

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Oscar-Winning Actress Julia Roberts Is Lancome's New Face

Pretty woman Julia Roberts is the new global ambassadress for Lancome, People.com reports.

"By her remarkable personality and career, Julia Roberts is an emblematic woman of her time,"  Youcef Nabi, president of Lancôme International, said in a statement.

"Her exceptional talent, her radiance and her strong commitments perfectly echo Lancôme's values. We are convinced she will embody the brand in the most sublime way possible."

The specifics of her role have yet to be announced.

Lancome's gallery of stars includes Kate Winslet, Anne Hathaway, Juliette Binoche and Clive Owen.
 

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