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Emma Watson’s First US Vogue Cover

Emma Watson has landed her first US Vogue cover at just 21 years of age!

The glamorous beauty covers the July 2011 issue of American Vogue, ahead of the release of the final Harry Potter film. Looking immaculately polished with her flawless skin and striking, delicate features; Watson wears a divine gown from the Prada Fall 2011/12 collection. Photographed by Mario Testino, within this issue Watson also wears looks by Tom Ford, Alexander McQueen, Prada, Calvin Klein and Dolce & Gabbana.

Watson is a fan of young British Designers – often choosing to wear labels such as Erdem and Hakaan, among others – and said in her interview with Vogue US: “I thought: “If people are going to write about what I’m wearing, then I would wear young British designers who need the publicity.”

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Angelina Jolie By Annie Leibovitz for Louis Vuitton

Renowned photographer Annie Leibovitz has photographed Angelina Jolie for the Louis Vuitton Core Values campaign.

The Louis Vuitton Core Values campaigns celebrate Vuitton’s timeless classics pieces, in real situations on real people. Reclining on a wooden boat in Cambodia, Angelina Jolie looks serenely beautiful with her own six-year-old monogrammed ‘Alto’ carryall bag.

Of the campaign, Louis Vuitton’s executive vice president, Pietro Beccari, has said: “People are not used to seeing Angelina in this situation. I like the fact that it’s a real moment. This travel message we give through personal journeys is a fundamental one for the brand.”

Previous people to feature in this campaign, include; Bono and his wife Ali Hewson in Africa; Sofia Coppola and her father Francis Ford Coppola in the Buenos Aires countryside; Keith Richards in a hotel suite; and Mikhail Gorbachev, former President of the Soviet Union and Nobel Peace Prize winner in the back of a limo passing remains of the Berlin Wall.

Jolie will donate a significant portion of her fee to a charity, which will most likely be the Maddox Jolie-Pitt Foundation in aid of community development and conservation in Cambodia.

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Tobey Maguire For Prada Menswear

Tobey Maguire has been announced as the new face of Prada’s Menswear Autumn / Winter 2011-12 campaign (pictured right).

Of his new role Maguire has said: “A great supporter of the Arts, Miuccia Prada has inspired a culture of creativity that is woven through every aspect of her company, from her collections, her campaigns, to every design detail in her stores. I have such admiration for her artistry and I’m thrilled to be a part of Prada’s fall campaign.”

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Top 3 Covers For July 2011

Besides Emma Watson’s divine cover for Vogue US; my other top 3 covers for July 2011 are:

–  Cate Blanchett covers In Style Australia, in Gucci
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Claudia Schiffer covers Harper’s Bazaar UK, in Prada
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Beyoncé covers Dazed & Confused

Happy Tuesday! xx

 

Photos from fashion.telegraph.co.uk / fashiongonerogue.com / vogue.co.uk

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Iconic Dresses Up For Auction

A selection of the most iconic dresses in history will go up for auction on June 18th in Beverly Hills. Just a few of the exquisite gowns available to the highest bidders include;

> Marilyn Monroe’s white halterneck dress from The Seven Year Itch (pictured above)
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Audrey Hepburn’s iconic Givenchy LBD from Breakfast At Tiffany’s (pictured above)
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Elizabeth Taylor’s golden headdress from Cleopatra (pictured above)
Judy Garland’s blue gingham dress  from The Wizard of Oz (pictured right)

Also on the list is: Marilyn Monroe’s rhinestone gown in which she sung Happy Birthday Mr President to JFK in 1962; Barbara Streisand’s gold dress from Hello Dolly; Julie Andrews’ brown dress from The Sound of Music; and The Princess of Wales gown from when she danced with John Travolta at the White House. There are also some modern editions, including; Elizabeth Hurley’s Versace ‘safety-pinn’ gown and Jennifer Lopez’s plunging Versace gown.

It is anticipated the collection will exceed $7 million (US). Legendary actress Debbie Reynolds is selling her private collection after she was unable to establish her ambition of a museum for Hollywood memorabilia. Marilyn Monroe’s white halterneck has the highest price point of $2 million (US).  

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Karl Lagerfeld –
Crystal Glassware Designer

The extraordinarily talented Karl Lagerfeld has created a crystal glassware collection for Swedish company Orrefors. Of his new collection, Lagerfeld said: “What I enjoy most is doing something I’ve never done before”.

The pieces, in clear, black and milky glass, are an extension of Lagerfeld’s design aesthetic, with minimal, clean lines and his KL monogram. Pieces for the range include; champagne flutes and coupes; wine, water and liqueur glasses; vases; bowls; and monogrammed crystal coasters.

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DVF For Gap Kids

Legendary designer, Diane von Furstenberg, is creating a childrenswear collection for Gap Kids.

The collection will be presented in March and will be the first time she has designed for children. Art Peck, president of the brand for North America, has said of the collaboration; “I’m looking forward to offering our customers an exciting collection that applies her signature approach to print, optimistic colour and femininity.”

Other designers who have also collaborated with Gap, include; Valentino, Stella McCartney and Roland Mouret.

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Thursday Fashion Inspiration…

‘Twin Peaks’ is a cinematic editorial, featured in the July issue of Vogue Australia.

Models Emilia Scuza and Melissa Johannsen wear darling looks by Prada, Stella McCartney, Bally and more. The gorgeous wardrobe, retro styling, flawless hair and picturesque surrounding environment all combine to create some divine shots! LOVE!

What is your Thursday inspiration? xx

 

Photos from vogue.co.uk / fashiongonerogue.com

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Hailee Steinfeld The New Face of Miu Miu

At just 14years of age, Hailee Steinfeld has been announced as the new face of Miu Miu. Having already been nominated for an Oscar, Steinfeld has also graced numerous best dressed lists and made a style impact in her short time in front of the camera. She was also front row as a special guest at the Miu Miu A/W 11-12 show.

Steinfeld is set to appear in the Autumn / Winter 2011 / 12 campaign for the high end label which will be shot in Paris. Previous ‘faces’ of Miu Miu include; Kirsten Dunst, Vanessa Paradis Katie Holmes and Lindsay Lohan. Click here to read more about Steinfeld’s red carpet style…

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Elizabeth Olsen In Her Sisters’ Label – The Row

Little sister of Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, Elizabeth, has walked the red carpet in Cannes in two looks from The Row.  The 22 year old Olsen wore a white embellished gown during the day, before appearing in a black beaded floor-length gown in the evening. And yes… this is the Elizabeth whose name served as inspiration for the Olsen’s other label – ‘Elizabeth and James’.

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Fendi To Leave Fur Off Runway In South Korea

Fendi has been asked to remove all fur from their upcoming runway show in Seoul. Activists have threatened large-scale protests if fur is included in the runway; forcing the Mayor to request Fendi to pull all fur. If an agreement is not reached, Fendi may need to cancel the presentation…

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Film Stars & Top Models Walk Charity Catwalk For Japan

Supermodel Naomi Campbell once again organised a selection of top models and movie stars to walk in her charity fashion show. Taking place during the Cannes Film Festival; Jane Fonda, Rosario Dawson and Robert De Niro were among other A-listers who strutted down the catwalk in aid of Japan…

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Best Dressed From Cannes…

Stepping Out In Style At Cannes, My Top 10 Favourite Looks:

1 >>  Penelope Cruz in Marchesa with Johnny Depp
2 >>  Alexa Chung wearing vintage Balenciaga
3 >>  Rachel McAdams in Monique Lhullier
4 >>  Dasha Zhukova in Valentino
5 >>  Zoe Saldana in Armani Privé
6 >>  Uma Thurman wearing Versace
7 >>  Sonam Kapoor in Jean Paul Gaultier
8 >>  Salma Hayek in Gucci Premiere
9 >>  Aishwarya Rai in Elie Saab Haute Couture
10 >> Astrid Bergès-Frisbey wearing Chanel Couture

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Who is your best dressed? xx

 

Photos from grazia.com.au / fashion.telegraph.co.uk / cbsnews.com / vogue.co.uk

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