Cameron Diaz Image Hollywood Choas
She already nabbed the likes of Justin Timberlake and Matt Dillon, but leave it up to Cameron Diaz to have her choice between Leonardo DiCaprio and Jude Law. Dream love triangle? Signs point to…err–maybe? Apparently both actors have been on secret dates with the actress recently.
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Good news! Crocs might disappear as soon as September. The shoemaker has until the end of September to pay off its debt. Last year the company lost $185.1 million. They cut about 2,000 jobs, but still owe creditors millions. The Washington Post reports:
"The company's toast," said Damon Vickers, who manages an investment fund at Nine Points Capital Partners in Seattle. "They're zombie-ish. They're dead and they don't know it."
After, against all logic, the company managed to sell 100 million pairs of shoes over seven years, they made millions more shoes to meet demand. They even made charms with which to adorn them. Luckily the universe has no room for this sort of hideousness, and as fate would have it, the economy crashed. Crocs customers realized their money is best spent on anything other than that absurdly ugly footwear.
Two summers ago, Nancy Fisher of the District bought two pairs of Crocs, one green and one pink, for her daughters. The girls, now 8 and 12, wore them constantly and even got charms to decorate the tops. This year, the shoes are forgotten.
"They were their go-to," Fisher said, "and now they're just really interested in flip-flops."
Praise! But the company is in denial about their imminent demise. They recently hired a new CEO to lead the seemingly pointless exercise of trying to keep Crocs afloat. He's telling analysts George Clooney has promised to work with the company. We thought George had decent taste, but it makes perfect sense: Someone as rich as he is hasn't felt the economic force that knocked the beer goggles off so many other Crocs customers.
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It looks like Rihanna is piggybacking on the half-shaved head trend with a new partly shaved look of her own. She clipped the sides and back of her head, leaving a thick pompadour on top. It's like an updated version of the nineties boy cut. We think it works for her, but what say you?
Not only are nipples fashion's hottest new accessory, but lately, an increasing number of images are surfacing of lady celebrities doing things out-of-doors in shirts that are completely see-through. Above you see Lily Allen onstage on July 11 in what is probably lingerie; Lindsay Lohan walking around outside in what appears to be a piece of gauze, which reveals she's wearing an unlined lace bra; and Rihanna in the West Village last week wearing a sheer black top over what looks like a striped bathing-suit top. Rihanna recently took things a step further when she sported only sequined nipple pasties under a blazer on the fourth of July. Compared to that, the above look may as well be a nun's habit. But that doesn't make it less concerning.
We've yet to notice — and please do note in the comments if you've seen something different — a surge of see-through clothes on the streets. But if pantslessness is catching on in nightclubs (we've seen girls wearing as bottoms lamé booty biker shorts and slashed leggings — both equally offensive) it's only a matter of time before essential shirtlessness catches on, too. Perhaps the proliferation of see-through clothing is owed to the rising summer temperatures. But when not properly layered with things other than lingerie (or nothing in Lily Allen's case), these garments just look desperate and vulgar. Is an opaque top in 84-degree weather really so bothersome? No. No, it is not.
Audrina Patridge for Divine Rights of Denim
Audrina Patridge of The Hills fame has stepped up to become the new celebrity endorser for Divine Rights of Denim. This brand of denim is a favourite of The Hills’ girls and the good news is that unlike most designer jeans with a £200 price tag, Divine Rights of Denim are around £40 - £60 and are really good quality too.
But getting back to Audrina, she has been photoshopped to hell in this picture, almost to the point where she isn’t recognisable, which poses the question - why have a celebrity endorse your product if you can’t even recognise the celebrity?
If buying clothes, Ralph Lauren possibly wouldn’t be the first clothing designer on your mind when considering who has the new creation of coats, trenches and shirts etc. Well, Ralph Lauren has been and always a true effigy in women and men’s fashions. Why? Simply because as Blake Lively says on New York Fashion Week, “You could wear it ten years from now and it still looks classic. True enough, you can see it when you enter in ralph lauren stores, or even by just browsing the internet or when you look at the magazines ads. However, your happiness is over because it is hard to find a polo outlet nowadays.
But don’t loose heart! We have so many resources now to find your favorite Polo Ralph Lauren, and that’s the internet… The only effort you need is just lift your finger and make a few clicks, sit back and wait for a couple of days for the mail man to pop up on your doorstep and deliver your Ralph lauren shirts, cardigan, tops, jewelries or polo at a great and affordable prices.
Of course, many people are quite apprehensive when shopping on the internet but before putting your information make sure the site is secured. There are lots of reputable company clothing on the net but there are lots of fraud as well. We need to be responsible in protecting our informations. By browsing the internet I’m sure there are tons of drops shippers of quality designer clothes (vêtements de marque) to give you the best deal and the real things with no knockoffs.
Start shopping now and avail the promo at vêtements de marque online. Don’t let the oppurtunity pass you by. Get ready and grab the best deal.
Sailor Stripe Cardigan
This gorgeous navy and cream striped granddad cardigan, available from Motel Rocks, would look great over dresses or a rock chick tee and skinny jeans. It embraces the Summer 09 Nautical trend and is a snip at £49.
Motel Rocks is fast becoming my favourite online fashion site and I love spending an afternoon wondering around there shop on Park Street in Bristol. As well as stocking their own label, they also throw in some vintage finds for good measure.
Apparently straw fedoras will be big (again) this summer. To ensure “non-dime-a-dozen-ness” I say pass on that trend and opt for a pretty, wide-brimmed sunhat. Admit it, it sucks having the same hat as that girl across the street, and the one in liquor store, oh yeah…and the one sitting next to you on the sand. You catch my drift.
This J.Crew stripe beach hat in bright daffodil is pretty cute, the yellow stripe is something fresh and different for summer.
I think this summer, I am opting for a bandeau style swimsuit, although I do love the vintage glamour of this Victoria’s Secret suit…
It also comes in coral!
I will also be on the hunt for a reasonably priced straw tote to throw everything into, but until then, a brightly colored canvas one will do.
Mossimo CORE Tote Canvas in Blue
Sunscreen is definitely necessary and this Alba Hawaiian Sun Aloe Vera Sunscreen smells great and isn’t greasy. And I would be completely lost if I didn’t bring my favorite lip balm in the whole world with me. This smell of this stuff reminds me of the beach and works like a miracle.
Blistex Daily Conditioning Treatment for Lips is made with cocoa butter, aloe, vitamin E and has an SPF 20 in it.
A book is essential on my beach trips. Lately I’ve had a growing fascination with the troubled and talented Zelda Fitzgerald, Save Me the Waltz is on my must-read list this summer.
There was a time in my life where I thought putting coconut oil in my ocean-wet hair was a great idea. I foolishly thought I was luxuriously moisturizing it in the summer sun while letting it air dry, when really I was cooking it. It took years for my hair to finally recover, and now I make sure to take a leave in conditioning spray with me instead. This Carol’s Daughter Black Vanilla Leave-In Conditioner smells so good! Spraying this into ocean damp hair and tucking it up under your fancy sun hat is a better idea.
Trench coats are one of the hottest trends for spring 2009. Luckily for your budget, you won’t have to spend a lot to wear this versatile look. Beat the rain, wind and fashion snobs this spring with one of these stylish – yet wallet-friendly – trench coat picks.
Actually, Trenches and coats are not a new trend. Way back in the 1920s to 1940s, femme fatale Greta Garbo graced the cinema screens in classy, yet sexy trench coats.
Some trends never die out. They become classics and the trench coat is one such classic.
This year Marc Jacobs and Yves Saint Laurent present their trendy feminine coats. Both has it’s own signature.
Marc Jacobs presents his extra feminine coat-dress. It’s completely sensitive! Scarf-belt is an excellent decision for special evenings. While, The trenches and coats from Yves Saint Laurent are a tender femininity. Black elegance decored with ornament or belt as an obligatory accessory stressing the thing waist. It’s really chic and dashing! Calvin Klein presents the line of light colors and structural lines for Spring 2009, so does Ralph Lauren.
Today’s trench coats have feminine details (even ruffles). They also come in modern fabrics like patent leather and bold, unconventional, bright colors like a stunning scarlet, Furthermore, we have to focus not only on colors but we have to choose the right accessories and footwear for an amazing combination.
One of the things I like most about the trench coat is its sheer versatility. I mean, you can wear it with just about everything. Actually, the timeless appeal of trench coats lie in you. If you can’t resist the temptation of wearing skirt then you can choose a cropped or a short trench coat depending on your taste. Wear that over your pencil skirt for work. Over your office suit. A trench coat looks proper enough for the office, even as it keeps you warm. Wear it on weekends with polo ralph pants and boots. or on a date over a sheer dress. Trench coats go with everything. I love to pair a faded jeans with my gorgeous Ralph Lauren hot pink trench with a sheen. Faux mother of pearl buttons and belt buckle. So pretty! Finally, Get a hairstyle of fringe cut along with sunglasses, and pick up a cute shoulder bag.
So, if you are getting just one thing for yourself this Spring and especially if you aren’t shaped like a runway model, get yourself a trench. Because the trench coat is godsend.
German based European Trend Institute (eti) have thrown their hat into the ring with their four key looks for women in the colder months of 2009/2010.
Urban rationality and the search for the perfect look leave their stamp on a cool, rational atmosphere. Quiet Neutrals reflect mineral structures. Diffuse metallic reflexes provide a modern gloss. Fabrics are fine-threaded and compact. Doubles, sandwich weaves and ultrathick technics shape the silhouettes. Graphic patterns have a softer look and larger repeats. Silk and Jersey provide a feminine contrast. Crystals, shimmering metal and varnish ornaments provide spectacular deco effects.
Nature inspires a rich, soft materiality. Like the precious fullness of furs, high-quality fabric volumes create a cosy feel. Brightly warm nuances and dusty tones provide the basis for tone-in-tone looks with strong surface contrasts. Hairy overcoat qualities are declined via light flannels to semi-transparent crepes. A strong focus is put on melange optics and colour shadings. Velvets sensitively translate soft pastels. Lace and devores stage seductive fancies.
Mysterious forests are full of surprising creatures. The feathers of the birds, the markings of the furs play with a palette of warm brown and vegetal green tones. Authentic materiality breathes an expressive casual spirit. Organic cotton and eco- friendly qualities have a high priority. Full cottons with structures and worker denim provide a contrast to milled and velour optics. Checks celebrate a real comeback from tartans right through to Canadienne checks with an ombre effect. Prints redefine animal motives in complex fashion.
In the age of networking, sampling cultures and artistic influences is simply child's play. Folk, hippie and arty worlds flow into each other. With multicoloured stimulation, the colour series lives from powerful impulses. Unusual associations of cold/warm contrasts produce tension and new colour sounds. Multicoloured tweeds and colourful checks provide coloured fabrics with a new rhythm. Recycled yarns generate random effects. Folk and neohippie prints show their colours. Ultra-lightweight technics and coloured denims stand for sportsmanship.
According to Vogue and their little trends guide (with Topshop) as well as numerous catwalk shows, colour-blocking is a big trend this season. For Summer 2009 they favour blushing pink beiges, neutrals, creamy whites, and tones of slate blue. Such softer dusty tones are easy tints to mix and match with existing black, navy or other neutrals, the result is a new more ladylike wardrobe.
Colour blocking with strong brights of hot pink orange, tangerine and lime are popular. There are also other brights such as Yves klein blue, Santorini blue, yellow lemon, lime, aqua jade tones, bright perinkle and magenta. This garment can be worn alone or block together with enthusiasm of the designers.
Depending on your natural colouring, you’ll get away with different colors to a different degree of success. There are a few little tricks that will make wearing clashing bright colours available for all.
Those women with light and soft looks will be overpowered by wearing bright colors but best in muted. But can actually use a shoes, polo ralph lauren and designer handbags in Turquoise or Blush Pink to add an element of the bright trend. It is better to keep away bright items from your face if wearing bright color is not enough for you. Try coloured ralph lauren jeans or skirt then match it with a top softer and two tones lighter in the same colour.
Fashion trends come and go every year but this doesn’t mean that you have to take it to the extreme exactly to waht you see on runways, magazines and in the shop displays. Mix and match both soft and bold colours in the latest silhouttes to add zest to your existing wardword, keeps you up to date without having to spend a fortune or change your look completely.
Alexander Wang High Waisted Zip Jean
How hot are these high waisted jeans from designer extraordinaire, Alexander Wang? Granted you wouldn’t be able to eat all day while you were wearing them but they do have impact and I do love the full length zipper running along the leg of the jean. No one but no one does sporty lux like Mr Wang. These bad boys are available from Shopbop and are $375.
These sketches are beautiful and very detailed, but don’t you think they look a little more like Pamela Anderson then Britney?
Image Source: Nicole Richie News
I just came across these lovely pictures of Nicole Richie, who is promoting her House of Harlow jewellery line. They are very different to the Blackbook magazine pictures I revieved yesterday, but goes to show Nicole is a versatile model, who knows how to take a picture.
I am actually a big fan of the House of Harlow jewellery line and feel that the pieces really reflect Nicole’s personal sense of style; nobody does hippy chic like Ms Richie. The line is currently available at Shopbop
