Trend of the Week - Houndstooth

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Trendspotting</span></span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">Houndstooth Print<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"></span></span></span></i></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I love houndstooth print, it looks refined and rock-chic at the same the time. Originated in Scotland, the two-tone fabric is made up of uneven checks. I prefer the combination of black-and-white, any other colour in this print just doesn't have the same effect. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Houndstooth can be incorporated into your wardrobe in small doses. Start with a shoe, handbag or belt, move on to a jacket or skirt and if you're bold enough, wear a complete houndstooth outfit. But remember to balance it off with neutral accessories. This Tuesday, three starlets started what I hope is going to be a re-emergence of the houndstooth trend. </span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_GanbskHbeMNKdsO1RYlMPZ5q4VO7YFq5CmjB75nDwWbgANQIMir-th75Tk6Z9J_8fVbj6kTNqimEFjCTjSMRJLBOhh0NnWMx2XEKxmYOPezrKb4q0LwZkdlo-1BT1Zv3YuGACCrzlA4/s1600/Houndstooth.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="452" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_GanbskHbeMNKdsO1RYlMPZ5q4VO7YFq5CmjB75nDwWbgANQIMir-th75Tk6Z9J_8fVbj6kTNqimEFjCTjSMRJLBOhh0NnWMx2XEKxmYOPezrKb4q0LwZkdlo-1BT1Zv3YuGACCrzlA4/s640/Houndstooth.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Selena Gomez</i> was in New York on Tuesday for an interview on SiriusXM Radio. The young star wore a cute pair of black and white houndstooth shorts by Nuj Novakhett. She paired it with a sheer black long-sleeved top by Robert Rodriguez. Black mid calf boots kept her look casual.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Ashley Greene </i>attended the Salvatore Ferragamo Resort 2012 presentation in New York, also on Tuesday. The <i>Twilight</i> star wore a belted ivory dress with v-neck and emphasized shoulder detail. She added a touch of houndstooth with a Salvatore Ferragamo clutch bag. The contrast of the ruby red heels look fabulous.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Teresa Palmer</i> also attended the Salvatore Ferragamo show, wearing an outfit by the designer. The Australian actress chose a bold black and white houndstooth wrap-dress from Ferragamo's Fall 2011 collection. She wore simple black heels with it and held a silver clutch bag.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span>

Trend of the Week - Houndstooth

Trendspotting Houndstooth Print I love houndstooth print, it looks refined and rock-chic at the same the time. Originated in Scotland, the t...

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Friday Frills

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw8_2od9Hr5RjCDn4cHNKtvkPANLUJqQr69fIVrYBgq02SpuVgPBHNYvMYzLtCTjLWedtZabTXUkbEFovmfrI5EITZYGs3sUw1Qv9RfprIXJdbWMq7BlZaB7zdQg7hsE4Yz3VopbIyE4I/s1600/pink+carnation.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-decoration: none;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw8_2od9Hr5RjCDn4cHNKtvkPANLUJqQr69fIVrYBgq02SpuVgPBHNYvMYzLtCTjLWedtZabTXUkbEFovmfrI5EITZYGs3sUw1Qv9RfprIXJdbWMq7BlZaB7zdQg7hsE4Yz3VopbIyE4I/s400/pink+carnation.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: auto;"></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><br /><br /></span></b></span></span></div><div style="text-align: auto;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large; font-weight: bold;">"One has to live in the present. Whatever is past is gone beyond recall, whatever is future remains beyond one’s reach, until it becomes present. Remembering the past and giving thought to the future are important, but only to the extent that they help one deal with the present.” </span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-size: x-small; font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;">S.N. Goenka</span></div></span></div><br /><br /><div><br /><br /></div>

Friday Frills

"One has to live in the present. Whatever is past is gone beyond recall, whatever is future remains beyond one’s reach, until it become...

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Regal in Red

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Red Evening Gowns </span></span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">worn this week<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span></span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A red dress always turns heads due to it's dynamic colour. This week, Hilary Swank and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley set the red carpet alight in two glamorous red gowns.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix6qH7yZVFqKYRXnnlSuImWqOORqSIfW3mbVK-d8Sp7VhTuBlYZ3ISrTArj6cbkKhhpPIlW5GdubJW2QeMOzw9zqYfp-7uGbXhVVainhSaH66xjQUlAPEseLBed6oCgn9gGefsx2AHDTY/s1600/regal+in+red.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix6qH7yZVFqKYRXnnlSuImWqOORqSIfW3mbVK-d8Sp7VhTuBlYZ3ISrTArj6cbkKhhpPIlW5GdubJW2QeMOzw9zqYfp-7uGbXhVVainhSaH66xjQUlAPEseLBed6oCgn9gGefsx2AHDTY/s640/regal+in+red.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Oscar winning actress Hilary Swank was in Toronto to attend the IIFA 2011 Awards. She looked sensational in a raspberry red Elie Saab gown. The sleeveless gown with bateau neck was lavishly beaded, and featured a long train. She carried a gold clutch bag by Judith Lieber and wore drop diamond earrings. Her hair was simply styled up in a bun. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">In New York, Rosie Huntington-Whitely continued her promotional tour for 'Transformers: Dark of the Moon'. The actress wore a strapless cherry red lamé gown with high slit by Antonio Berardi. Nude Louboutins finished her look, although strappy sandals may have looked better. Rosie wore her hair in a vintage Veronica Lake style, with side swept waves.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span>

Regal in Red

Red Evening Gowns  worn this week A red dress always turns heads due to it's dynamic colour. This week, Hilary Swank and Rosie Huntingto...

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Flushed Pink

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Pretty Pink Blushes</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><br /><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">One of my makeup must-haves is a rosy pink blush. Even if you don't put anything else on, a sweet pink blush will give you a healthy, peaches-and-cream glow. These are my picks of the best pink blushes that are currently in stores.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwwabZGRMxYzeRy1Sx_ydrMTQ52YjXfobLY_hnuL6dccSACeqYFS3kzUanHuQ57arDW83Gs0MAxtjcd9n6FiZ5NoSv3dr_TcJ4QTb7nMvDONFw_KBvsOzqIbPU5bOUGwsqQmLTv4vqqTQ/s1600/pink+blush+2011.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwwabZGRMxYzeRy1Sx_ydrMTQ52YjXfobLY_hnuL6dccSACeqYFS3kzUanHuQ57arDW83Gs0MAxtjcd9n6FiZ5NoSv3dr_TcJ4QTb7nMvDONFw_KBvsOzqIbPU5bOUGwsqQmLTv4vqqTQ/s640/pink+blush+2011.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Top Row</span></b></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Rimmel</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">London</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span>blush in <i>Spring Fever</i>. A trio of berry pinks that can be used alone or combined to create a multi-tonal look. A great budget buy.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Clarins</span></i> Blush Prodige Illuminating Cheek Colour in <i>Rose Wood</i>. Two complementary shades in an elegant gold compact. There's a matte shade for sculpting and an shimmering powder that highlights.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Bobby Brown</span></i> Shimmer Brick in <i>Rose</i>. Five iridescent rows of colour from frosty pink to deep sandalwood. It's better suited for a night out, due to the glimmering effect it creates. It can also be used as eye-shadow.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Middle Row</span></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">L'oréal Paris</span></i> True Match Blush in <i>Rosewood</i>. This warm tinged, jigsaw-print blush is designed to naturally blend into your skin tone. It makes a good handbag companion, as it comes with it's own brush and mirror.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Clinique</span></i> Fresh Bloom Allover in <i>Plum Poppy</i>. The beautiful floral design is not the only alluring factor about this blush. It is a long-wearing powder that's subtle and multi-tonal. It can be applied all over the face to create a radiant glow or just on your cheeks for a rosy hue.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Yves Saint Laurent</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span>Touche Blush in <i>Rose</i>. Pack away your make-up brush, this innovative little pink pot comes with it's own built-in sponge applicator. Lightly dab on for naturally flushed cheeks.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Bottom Row</span></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Dior</span></i> Shimmer Star Pressed Powder in <i>Rose Diamond</i>. Several stars of gleaming colour make up this stylish compact. It is enriched with Jeweled Microdust that give cheeks the ultimate sweep of luminosity.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Givenchy</span></i> Le Prisme Blush in <i>Blooming Fuchsia</i>. Swirl your brush around four blocks of colour to get a sheer, multi-dimensional look. The blush is made using Givenchy's cutting edge particle atomization technique.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Chanel</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span>Joues Contraste Powder Blush in <i>Rose Écrin</i>. This spiced pink blush is from Chanel's Fall 2011 Collection. It has a shimmery, rather than frosty finish and the colour can be built up towards an intensity that you prefer.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Get tickled pink with one of these pretty pink blushes, available at selected Edgars and Red Square stores.<br /><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div>

Flushed Pink

Pretty Pink Blushes One of my makeup must-haves is a rosy pink blush. Even if you don't put anything else on, a sweet pink blush will gi...

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One Gold Dress To Rule Them All

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Balmain Fall 2010 Dress<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span></span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The movie<i> Lord of the Rings</i><i> </i>centers around a precious gold ring that all in Middle Earth were besotted with. The One ring allowed it's wearer to rule over all others. Everyone wanted a part of it's magic. This gold <i>Balmain</i> dress is a lot like that. It has a magnetic appeal that has enthralled fashion editors the world over, covering more than 10 magazines. The sparkly and sexy dress caught my eye today when I bought my copy of <i>Cleo</i> magazine, with Lea Michele glittering on the cover.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">What is it about this 'It' dress that is so intoxicating? It has a wrap over design with deep v-neck and exaggerated shoulders. The gold beaded brocade draws you in with it's luminous charm and shimmering texture. It also photographs radiantly, the colour looking so different in each picture.</span><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBbxx62MMqfayNpQy56nfhu6Z820OqNzfo_AZFx_HqHjCLollqgC6Vka45ehbUVcf2sENVubwPgYJO-UlVhX5UCPNcCACSUO0r3Wr-xEm3NPmGZoUMluZ6_kcstJjAq2WTRKKgx5QYCPc/s1600/balmain+dress.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBbxx62MMqfayNpQy56nfhu6Z820OqNzfo_AZFx_HqHjCLollqgC6Vka45ehbUVcf2sENVubwPgYJO-UlVhX5UCPNcCACSUO0r3Wr-xEm3NPmGZoUMluZ6_kcstJjAq2WTRKKgx5QYCPc/s640/balmain+dress.jpg" width="512" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Top Row</span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Claudia Schiffer adorns the cover of Germany's <i>Zeit</i> Magazine. She was chosen for their 40th Anniversary issue. She wore the dress with a metallic gold belt and blonde waves.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Aussie model Abbey Lee Kershaw wore the dress for <i>Vogue</i> Germany's August 2010 issue. The picture has a darker tone to it and leopard print font.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Cindy Crawford looks as good as any 20-year-old model in the dress. She wore it on the cover of <i>Vogue</i> India in October 2010, with several gold necklaces.</span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Middle Row</span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The dress made an appearance on <i>Vogue España</i> in November 2010. German model Toni Garrn wore it for a group picture.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span>Romanian magazine, </span>The One</i>, featured Dana Budeanu on their November 2010 cover. The dress is shown against a clear, white background. The dress seems slightly big for her. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span>Harper's Bazaar</i> UK chose Natalia Vodianova to close the year on their December 2010 cover. The lighting places emphasis on the shine of the dress. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span></span></span></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><b>Bottom Row</b></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Anne Hathaway is yet another star that sparkles in the dress. She wore it on the cover UK <i>Elle</i> December 2010.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Vogue</i> Russia began January 2011 with the gilded dress on the cover, worn by Alina Kabaeva. It was styled without the plunging neckline.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The dress finally made it to a South African cover, with Lea Michele gracing <i>Cleo </i>July 2011. She wears it with a fresh, youthful appeal.</span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZ-1aKM_Hg9OumHbvK__ObqXTdJBoFLZdIAbA0OtgWIPSx4shZAL40RN6IpRiujwBde_5eEvxd8dSlAA5682Gs_3evt3GjOjpW4JUlXm7mU0JyP9vui4dRuskQ7dwm6VQfNl0-p-mF0_M/s1600/balmain+fall.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZ-1aKM_Hg9OumHbvK__ObqXTdJBoFLZdIAbA0OtgWIPSx4shZAL40RN6IpRiujwBde_5eEvxd8dSlAA5682Gs_3evt3GjOjpW4JUlXm7mU0JyP9vui4dRuskQ7dwm6VQfNl0-p-mF0_M/s640/balmain+fall.jpg" width="268" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The famed dress worn on the runway by Anja Rubik</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Are you captivated by this little gold treasure as yet? Then don't let the price dissuade you. The dress costs $31 000, which in South African terms is about R213 930. Let's see...buy a new car or a gold Balmain dress? Such a tough choice! ;)</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div>

One Gold Dress To Rule Them All

Balmain Fall 2010 Dress The movie  Lord of the Rings   centers around a precious gold ring that all in Middle Earth were besotted with. The ...

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Tuesday Thrills - French Sole Shoes

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">French Sole</span></span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">Ballet Flats<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span></span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">My recent experiences with heels have not been good ones. I wear them only for formal occasions and after the first ten minutes, I'm limping and dragging my feet, wishing I had worn flats instead. Ideally, a pretty pair by <i>French Sole.</i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Founded 22 years ago by British shoe designer, Jane Winkworth, <i>French Sole</i> specializes in making and selling only ballerina style shoes. These shoe gems are manufactured in Spain, making use of the best Italian and Spanish materials. Jane's designs are cute, functional and most importantly, comfortable. They cater for half sizes as well as special sizes for broader or narrower feet. Super, is there anything more we could ask for? Oh yes, <i>French Soles</i> are affordable too.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><br /><br /></b></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaKViBsAC-JwqJlKKE6Swh_q7ff7B3x4_aMnNMNXXA3_kgbfbiO0x76ANQ7VXNgavt5hlFqTMNx8KON8c6mYi34yV1dC_GjqSDdLm5FZBkCW8HRfQVXEPQCy50MCu1DUBzJOMDZivQOPw/s1600/french+soles.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaKViBsAC-JwqJlKKE6Swh_q7ff7B3x4_aMnNMNXXA3_kgbfbiO0x76ANQ7VXNgavt5hlFqTMNx8KON8c6mYi34yV1dC_GjqSDdLm5FZBkCW8HRfQVXEPQCy50MCu1DUBzJOMDZivQOPw/s640/french+soles.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> 1. <i>Simple</i> in metallic. I like the graphite colour of this shoe, it's versatile and will match well with anything. It has a chocolate coloured trim. $87 or R600.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. <i>Sturdy</i> in black and white. This classic quilted pair is reminiscent of <i>Chanel's </i>two-tone flats. An elegant addition to any outfit. $92 or R632.90</span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. <i>Annie</i> in red and black. This tweed pair is my favourite, with it's houndstooth fabric, simple style with a punk rock edge. Also available in black & white and burgundy & olive. $131 or R904.</span><br /><br /><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. <i>Simple</i> in lime. This unique piece is a vibrant mix of lime green with black and brown leopard print and hot pink edging. Adorable and eye catching. This style is also available in bright blue and red. $90 or R621.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">5. <i>Harriet</i> in red. These quilted flats add a red spark to a neutral coloured outfit. It has a beige trim, and will look great with denims. Available in many colours, including navy, lime, beige, grey and black. $108 or R745</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">6. <i>Camilla</i> in silver. A favourite of Kate Moss, this swanky pair features a metallic silver tip, black leather bow and is covered in black and white lace. I'm already throwing out my silver stilettos for a pair of these. $131 or R904.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">7. <i>Paris Wedge</i> in baby blue and black. Slip into a pair of these chic French inspired shoes. It has a patent leather tip and quilted frame. It also comes in black and beige and black and lilac. $169 or R1166.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">8. <i>Henrietta</i> in zebra print. Black and white zebra print was a trend seen on SA's catwalks earlier this year. The pink trim adds a little something extra. $101 or R697.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">9. <i>Mariposa</i> in black. Elegant ballet flats that be worn up or down. It comes in black or nude patent leather, with a decorative girly bow. $159 or R1097.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Vogue</i> named <i>French Sole </i>shoes as 'the prettiest ballet flats around', while <i>Glamour </i>magazine voted them 'The Best Ballet Flats'. With dozens of colours, finishes and styles to chose from, it's so easy to fall head over heels for <i>French Sole </i>shoes. Buy them at <a href="http://www.frenchsole.com/">www.frenchsole.com</a></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Happy Shopping!</span></i></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div>

Tuesday Thrills - French Sole Shoes

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Monique Lhuillier Resort 2012

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Monique Lhuillier brings forth glamour and gorgeous gowns for her Resort 2012 Collection. The Filipino born designer chose a vast palette of colours for her new range, starting with pristine white, moving into summer pinks and oranges, to darker shades of blue. She remains steadfast in her feminine design aesthetic, there is no shortage of ruffles here. These are some of the pieces from the collection.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span></span></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1Y5rzpJvoJ7jhIv9Z_PTFKtzfXstR8_QQ6PLXqoBEPi64ZD2Eg-rKmB6irnFhFvM2nb9w_5SjE54pT8fX3RIHjmlZpQbhS2y4T2h40s4BhkvFiNZsl_0SM1WuVW6Svbdb1l_lwU9Fnqw/s1600/monique1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1Y5rzpJvoJ7jhIv9Z_PTFKtzfXstR8_QQ6PLXqoBEPi64ZD2Eg-rKmB6irnFhFvM2nb9w_5SjE54pT8fX3RIHjmlZpQbhS2y4T2h40s4BhkvFiNZsl_0SM1WuVW6Svbdb1l_lwU9Fnqw/s640/monique1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> Navy blue and white usually remind me of nurses uniforms, but Monique manages to capture an elegant side to these two colours. There's the white ruffle wrap-over dress and navy ruffled collar mini. Shades of blue replace the typical animal print colours.</span></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY6LkGEfl27zrdNX85fGaSKqlqH_zl-SYxfRbjpwkwsKoRmQkqcidNvQyk1XTXM9BhEoh2UsmS3wso93RCesP7Y1QRgjCK_VBnSFS1_2cqZcuSRiULyUZfrYRIGtL2RawQs5vzh-l5WhQ/s1600/monique2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY6LkGEfl27zrdNX85fGaSKqlqH_zl-SYxfRbjpwkwsKoRmQkqcidNvQyk1XTXM9BhEoh2UsmS3wso93RCesP7Y1QRgjCK_VBnSFS1_2cqZcuSRiULyUZfrYRIGtL2RawQs5vzh-l5WhQ/s640/monique2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Tropical coloured taffeta gowns make a splash with textured mini ruffles and ballgown silhouettes. Coral sets the scene for printed dresses, which are dusted with a bit of lavender. I see these styles being Matric farewell favourites. I love the lavender chiffon gown, which has a tulle skirt covered in floral appliqués (pictured bottom right).</span></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMpR4Y49JWdKrpvh1RyEqbpmjnUv6reBg_DruhuQHmpzniW4Aywqp-j_qvbLksD90r9C4NUUFTaRMZ55WhOyrESI5NAuBhEl9IzC0nxC_jIxX5oiuCLlRlrmVgLkOZD9TMlbVBCbftylc/s1600/monique3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="452" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMpR4Y49JWdKrpvh1RyEqbpmjnUv6reBg_DruhuQHmpzniW4Aywqp-j_qvbLksD90r9C4NUUFTaRMZ55WhOyrESI5NAuBhEl9IzC0nxC_jIxX5oiuCLlRlrmVgLkOZD9TMlbVBCbftylc/s640/monique3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Embellished tulle princess gowns complete the outstanding collection.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>

Monique Lhuillier Resort 2012

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He's Just Not That Into You

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Advice from The Friendship Files<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span></span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We've seen the movie, read the book and had lengthy discussions about it with our friends. So on this edition of the 'Friendship Files', I asked my galpals to share their experiences and advice on how to tell when that guy is just <i>not</i> that into you. This is what they came up with.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9Jlygu9A5xLlqtEmmzroXFwGl-rGu65ZbIfoOB9EwGU6lHIn8wFi3PgNDc9UXmFJFMkplCtSdeZZvEOABPZCXFt-hmkSSKZ3tkor_BLTDYOAt41l5dfhq6FOjht1pFQ4CUv_BWsgOTdo/s1600/img.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-decoration: none;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9Jlygu9A5xLlqtEmmzroXFwGl-rGu65ZbIfoOB9EwGU6lHIn8wFi3PgNDc9UXmFJFMkplCtSdeZZvEOABPZCXFt-hmkSSKZ3tkor_BLTDYOAt41l5dfhq6FOjht1pFQ4CUv_BWsgOTdo/s1600/img.jpg" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Signs That He's Just Not That Into You</span></span></b></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br />*He finds every excuse as to why he can't attend that party/wedding/dinner with you. And you haven't even mentioned the date yet.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*When he still makes you pay for your share at dinner even though he can totally afford to foot the full bill.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*He never introduces you to anyone he knows.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*He only calls you at the last minute to invite you out - which means you are his 'back-up' plan when his initial plans didn't work out.<br /><br />*When he stops doing the 'normal' things with you.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*He doesn't take your calls if he sees your number on his screen...however he answers seconds later when you call from private number.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*You catch him checking out the waitress at the restaurant when you're on a date together.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*He always shows up late. If a guy is into you, he won't want to lose a single precious minute with you.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*When he doesn't ask you to be his date at work-related functions.<br /><br />*You're together for four years and you still don't have a ring around your finger. If he can't commit after <i>that</i> long, will he ever?</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*He takes you out to far out and obscure places on dates and constantly looks around nervously to see if there's anyone that he knows.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*He doesn't make longterm plans with you.<br /><br />*When spending time with his boys takes preference over spending time with you.<br /><br />*When he introduces you to his friends by your name only - not staking his claim and labeling you as his lady.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*When he buys you socks for your birthday.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*He never leaves his phone unattended and never lets you browse through it.<br /><br />*When his behaviour makes you start questioning him.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*He changes his email/Facebook password when he finds out you've figured it out.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*When he makes every excuse in the book as to why he can't meet your parents.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*He always takes his calls in the next room and claims it's 'work'.<br /><br />*When he names his pet female dog after you.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*He says that he's somewhere that he isn't.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*He cancels his plans with you at the last minute.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*He sends out 100 BBM's per minute while he's on a date with you.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*If you're always the one asking to meet up or calling.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*He pretends not to see you at the mall then turns and walks the other away as fast as he can.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*He waits three days after a date to call you. If a guy is really into you, he <i>will</i> call you immediately to let you know what a great a time he had.<br /><br />*When he is not prepared to be faithful to you.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">*He says he's out on a business lunch, at 8 in the evening, on a Sunday, on Valentines Day.<br /><br />*He doesn't call when he says he will.<br /><br />*He stands you up on your first date<br /><br />*If he doesn't answer his phone, reply your messages or is always too busy to meet up, well then...he just doesn't want to.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks to all my lovely galpals for contributing. Hope this list helps girls out there read in between the lines and jump out before their ship sinks.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div>

He's Just Not That Into You

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Stylista of the Week - Rosie Huntington-Whiteley

<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Stylish Star</span></span></span></b><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">Rosie Huntington-Whiteley<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"></span></span></span></i></span></b><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The beautiful Rosie Huntington-Whiteley is currently circling the globe, to promote her new movie 'Transformers: Dark of the Moon'. The British actress replaces Megan Fox as the eye candy of the popular movie franchise. The former model looked stunning at all events, she really knows how to glam things up.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQa3syoxD_nJB5OurT5x_qC2SDuxfeCaXLn0qBOXQkArAF9CJyrjWsWirADnP1DKuIlFXTR0JaP9RBCjt9XsMwI8tendVetLz96fcmBpVm6kr5cw84beZS0G8CPRwwCMEegeUiDKsXkJ4/s1600/rosie+.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQa3syoxD_nJB5OurT5x_qC2SDuxfeCaXLn0qBOXQkArAF9CJyrjWsWirADnP1DKuIlFXTR0JaP9RBCjt9XsMwI8tendVetLz96fcmBpVm6kr5cw84beZS0G8CPRwwCMEegeUiDKsXkJ4/s640/rosie+.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">In Brazil, Rosie wore a sleeveless black chiffon dress with sheer slitted skirt by Michael Kors. She paired it with a leather buckled belt and ankle strap sandals, both by the same designer.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">In Moscow, the actress was pretty in a slinky pink dress, again by Michael Kors. The striking colour, silky fabric, straight neckline and simple draping are a great match for her tall and slender silhouette. Pointy toe pumps complete her look.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Later in Moscow, Rosie was bewitching in Gucci. I love the intriguing olive green asymmetrical top, layered with tiny frills and topped off with a large floral posy. The dress fell in a sheer black skirt.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Rosie shimmered in Germany, wearing a fully sequined silver gown by Naeem Khan. I like the cap-sleeves with the mermaid skirt. She looks amazing. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">For the London premiere, Rosie opted for a custom made gown by Burberry. The silky midnight blue gown has a plunging halter neckline and embellished back straps. I can't wait to see what she will wear next.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span>

Stylista of the Week - Rosie Huntington-Whiteley

Stylish Star Rosie Huntington-Whiteley The beautiful Rosie Huntington-Whiteley is currently circling the globe, to promote her new movie ...

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Looks of The Week

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: bold;">My Best & Worst Fashion Picks of the Week</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: bold;"><div style="text-align: auto;"><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">Top Three</span></div></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXftVbuq7vTj_ZrNoQAI0V_i7HxBQ1QqgTuFGSl1oNftpe0u6DnatI-9ePvQzON3c6mhXmcB7i1dCoBl_aYffp5YHB9_aCDr2W5Tn992e2nqerwW_3HjjAPYjC1m82gNiD-Me5Hs5Gbrg/s1600/best+looks.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXftVbuq7vTj_ZrNoQAI0V_i7HxBQ1QqgTuFGSl1oNftpe0u6DnatI-9ePvQzON3c6mhXmcB7i1dCoBl_aYffp5YHB9_aCDr2W5Tn992e2nqerwW_3HjjAPYjC1m82gNiD-Me5Hs5Gbrg/s640/best+looks.jpg" width="640" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: bold;"></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Diane Kruger</i> stunned at the Amfar Inspiration Gala in Paris. The actress wore a crimson draped gown with plunging neckline by Yves Saint Laurent.</span> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">She even matched her lipstick to her dress. I just wish she did something other than the ballerina hair bun.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Sofia Vergara</i> attended the Harry Winston Midnight Timepiece launch in New York City. The Columbian actress was splendid in a white lace 'Mia' dress from Marchesa's Bridal Fall 2011 collection. The bodice has a folded over peplum design. Sofia wore champagne satin slingbacks by Giuseppe Zanotti.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Model and actress <i>Molly Sims</i> wears a pretty chiffon maxi dress in lavender by Alice + Olivia. She added a skinny belt and flat sandals to her summer Hampton's holiday look.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">At The Bottom</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span></span></b></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdGejvGLT4C8gQVgVT5mV3GG71MmsJQE-LIBGD9TTfQzaKX11KSDYOd43i0xi6kUuovNfx7kBN7nrleKxXIXgVxOdwxm0f1MsAFZIksQO_H11pDQ5zJrQmMGCpLlYSaP7CPTtyv52trFA/s1600/worst.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdGejvGLT4C8gQVgVT5mV3GG71MmsJQE-LIBGD9TTfQzaKX11KSDYOd43i0xi6kUuovNfx7kBN7nrleKxXIXgVxOdwxm0f1MsAFZIksQO_H11pDQ5zJrQmMGCpLlYSaP7CPTtyv52trFA/s640/worst.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Fergie</i> was also in Paris at the Amfar Inspiration Gala. Some people are taking this 'Black Swan' style thing too far. The Black Eyed peas singer was ready to take flight in a furry black leather coat, black shorts, black bodysuit, black tights and black cage boots. Might I add - she's wearing fur in <i>Spring</i>.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Heidi Klum</i> wore a printed Tibi dress with bright green tights and royal blue YSL heels. Tights this green should only be worn at Christmas time, that too, only by Santa's elves. </span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span>Busy Phillips</i> won 'Best Supporting Actress' at the Critics Choice Television Awards on Monday. The styling of her blue Juan Carlos Obando watercolour dress is too kindergarten. There's the flounced hem, with the schoolgirl side plait and candy green arm accessories. Then there's the sandals with the ankle monitor bracelets. Definitely a 'crime' of fashion.</span></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span>

Looks of The Week

My Best & Worst Fashion Picks of the Week Top Three Diane Kruger stunned at the Amfar Inspiration Gala in Paris. The actress wore a cri...

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Sienna Miller Style

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Sienna Miller</span></span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">Lace Dresses<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span></span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">These are two lovely looks from one of my favourite style icons, Sienna Miller. The British actress is an expert at mixing up hard and soft elements, feminine lines with edgy accessories. This week, she wore two different, but equally delightful lace dresses.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEmOUG2fo7m1lJAA2gdUmOMGUBso12ALg6P7bljmHox2I9VKq46AjN5r_-4U8mnN_gL47GwkgnTuJ259_a7u2BgO2jtIGAECOJPMymqVNVi_VHvx6ZbbLhwGKz2Ug9BnnfBgDEwsTNJrY/s1600/sienna+miller+style.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEmOUG2fo7m1lJAA2gdUmOMGUBso12ALg6P7bljmHox2I9VKq46AjN5r_-4U8mnN_gL47GwkgnTuJ259_a7u2BgO2jtIGAECOJPMymqVNVi_VHvx6ZbbLhwGKz2Ug9BnnfBgDEwsTNJrY/s640/sienna+miller+style.jpg" width="512" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><br /><br /></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Left</b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Sienna was spotted at a Ralph Lauren store in London, wearing one of their designs. She chose an ivory lace dress with high neck and three quarter flounce sleeves. She played down the femininity of the dress by pairing it with grungy black boots and a black studded bag.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Right</span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Sienna wears an alluring black dress by Diane von Furstenberg. The silk lace dress has a sheer sleeveless top, ribbon waistband and soft pleating. Sienna's strappy black heels are by Burberry. She contrasted the delicate dress with a chain and rubber bag by Paco Rabanne. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I would love both these dresses in my closet.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span>

Sienna Miller Style

Sienna Miller Lace Dresses These are two lovely looks from one of my favourite style icons, Sienna Miller. The British actress is an expert ...

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Who Wore Victoria Beckham Better?

<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Who Wore it Better?</span></span></span></b><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">Victoria Beckham SS 2011 Dress<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"></span></span></span></i></span></b><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This week, Olivia Palermo wore a dress from Victoria Beckham's Spring 2011 line, which was worn by Victoria Beckham herself last year. The tangerine shift dress has a high round neck, three quarter sleeves and a black trim.  <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Olivia wore the dress to the screening of 'The Ledge' in New York on Tuesday. Victoria wore the dress first in November 2010 for an outing in Mayfair, London. Both ladies wore their hair in a sleek upstyle.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTf9c7orbqi1U22IENIS5ONnTongU0r1lsflEMYZO-ltfOig9SrhFiHdsB8sNwWpkvaP-gdrZ5iLeC_L8cPaYF_nDuD4_qkzqWJJT0ouqoy-Edz9qhFfvYziAGKr8gzihyphenhyphenv3lBENJDONo/s1600/olivia+palermo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-decoration: none;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTf9c7orbqi1U22IENIS5ONnTongU0r1lsflEMYZO-ltfOig9SrhFiHdsB8sNwWpkvaP-gdrZ5iLeC_L8cPaYF_nDuD4_qkzqWJJT0ouqoy-Edz9qhFfvYziAGKr8gzihyphenhyphenv3lBENJDONo/s400/olivia+palermo.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: auto;"></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><div style="text-align: auto;"><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Olivia styled the dress with a gorgeous cerise pink rose clutch bag by Sondra Roberts. She wore leopard print and wooden platforms by Charlotte Olympia.</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: auto;"><br /><br /></div></div></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7nKe3OcYMKFsuNAdo25VxLAdkZJg68rLWsUOnebGlSYjyzlHB47aO8x1eLMjsnKg_r_5ReZ18z-nt_lJ0WCUZUAUIZHM9WJDHrqQ0CnADP9lsJEEb-BcBfqmJ7oiwZOOky5QSbOgG1TQ/s1600/victoria+beckham.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-decoration: none;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7nKe3OcYMKFsuNAdo25VxLAdkZJg68rLWsUOnebGlSYjyzlHB47aO8x1eLMjsnKg_r_5ReZ18z-nt_lJ0WCUZUAUIZHM9WJDHrqQ0CnADP9lsJEEb-BcBfqmJ7oiwZOOky5QSbOgG1TQ/s400/victoria+beckham.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: auto;"></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><div style="text-align: auto;"><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: auto;">Victoria carried a classic black leather bag from her own collection. She wore these stunning two-tone satin pumps with pearl trim by Chanel.</div><div style="text-align: auto;"><br /><br /></div></div></div></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><div style="text-align: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I like the fit of the dress on Victoria, her look is also more classic and simple. Olivia is on-trend with the bright orange colour, animal print and colour block effect. Which Style Icon wore it better?</span></span></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><span id="goog_1080221172"></span><span id="goog_1080221173"></span></i></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><span id="goog_1867012852"></span><span id="goog_1867012853"></span></i></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><span id="goog_795014198"></span><span id="goog_795014199"></span></i></b></span>

Who Wore Victoria Beckham Better?

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Friday Frills

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRABt6qWN3nWpoY35V7JqiD14E_1MQ8Hs5ahdGk3M-lQYTzkGUJJ6eojjADCMTFHiYO7KXTidapMCS-4ZUI65zsLGJkhkDen5RoYPV3F6bk5WQ4l97OgQYbxKTeNB2ipVcDuka6lF1iMo/s1600/image003.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="258" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRABt6qWN3nWpoY35V7JqiD14E_1MQ8Hs5ahdGk3M-lQYTzkGUJJ6eojjADCMTFHiYO7KXTidapMCS-4ZUI65zsLGJkhkDen5RoYPV3F6bk5WQ4l97OgQYbxKTeNB2ipVcDuka6lF1iMo/s400/image003.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">When we are motivated by goals that have deep meaning, </span></span></b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">By dreams that need completion,</span></span></b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">By pure love that needs expressing,</span></span></b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: auto;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large; font-weight: bold;">Then we truly live life.</span></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"><i>Greg Anderson</i></span></span></b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;"><b><br /><br /></b></span></span></div>

Friday Frills

When we are motivated by goals that have deep meaning,  By dreams that need completion, By pure love that needs expressing, Then we truly li...

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Donna Karan Resort 2012

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span>For Resort 2012, Donna Karan presents an ingenious red, black and white collection. I love the striking combination of these three colours, they go so well together. The pieces incorporate a cotton spandex fabric blend, that's comfortable and stretchy. There's a play on proportion with fitted tops and flair A-line skirts. Motorcycle gear got a chic overhaul with sporty racer jackets, zip-up coats and colour-blocked panels. Party dresses are effortless and stylish - all you need are a pair of heels and you're ready to go.</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><div style="text-align: auto;"><div style="text-align: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></span></div></div></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEish5xvTHfv9qmtK8cw7E_kD4uMGsZEJ8nTxGsRV88DbyQ0mp4jcpvSnvOm-DiCa9LouzN8xaPDEf_kRlNkOFrJnppzb3WWWCkenxP7CTmoAaukSVpDMiBV-Ip-SwQF6-FDICNLIwSPSS0/s1600/donnkaran1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEish5xvTHfv9qmtK8cw7E_kD4uMGsZEJ8nTxGsRV88DbyQ0mp4jcpvSnvOm-DiCa9LouzN8xaPDEf_kRlNkOFrJnppzb3WWWCkenxP7CTmoAaukSVpDMiBV-Ip-SwQF6-FDICNLIwSPSS0/s640/donnkaran1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> There are body-con dresses that flatter slimmer figures, while fuller skirts hide that extra bit of winter weight. I like the effect of the last skirt on the right, with the white underlay visible from underneath the black.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKpj0xl29zgaRSfl2_eFfrLqip-D-P2-QZR3CNq1zUgEaUARnCQYOEmAv5yKwssElXRoGBzq7jeadSSQtpDymBkIwmF-VQENIr3GsyL5HboOlxckloedLe62MKIkvjmayApfoIq-1CST8/s1600/donnakaran2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKpj0xl29zgaRSfl2_eFfrLqip-D-P2-QZR3CNq1zUgEaUARnCQYOEmAv5yKwssElXRoGBzq7jeadSSQtpDymBkIwmF-VQENIr3GsyL5HboOlxckloedLe62MKIkvjmayApfoIq-1CST8/s640/donnakaran2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Donna took a modern approach to the 50's style dress with interesting structural designs. I love the ethereal ivory tulle stripe dress with origami pleating.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihlPQDDeNa8nDC6kgA_yvin4fxu5iCUo8i7_rldiJPnOvb6R9jB7NKevoSAhtz-VIRF1fHL16Hxf-VperhfeLeri3a-dokRJSAaaJj2qjTcAd24b-Z9qP_CU6ULGgvWv6fvvTOZSsHEpA/s1600/donna+karan+Resort.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihlPQDDeNa8nDC6kgA_yvin4fxu5iCUo8i7_rldiJPnOvb6R9jB7NKevoSAhtz-VIRF1fHL16Hxf-VperhfeLeri3a-dokRJSAaaJj2qjTcAd24b-Z9qP_CU6ULGgvWv6fvvTOZSsHEpA/s640/donna+karan+Resort.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The draped column gowns are such classic pieces. A stunning strapless black mermaid gown completed the sophisticated collection.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div>

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Who Wore Dolce & Gabbana Better?

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Who Wore It Better?</span></span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2011 Dress<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This one is going to be tough. Five stunning stars in the exact same mini by Dolce & Gabbana. What makes this little white dress so special? It is made from macramé lace and has a high round neck, sliver beaded waistband and is adorned with a spray of Swarovski crystals.</span></span></span></span></i></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrO0LNTb9Z-ntb4FNngZQeZ16NyWWOK22n_GI92b7d3m70EGwMUSMaj7A9d3fvh-5FDDhAKOm60wSmKobpTUkhwhAfxG-hsMe5Pce4SQFXrHS2CdiO4y3SwWaQrpgQ8OPXPMkQDIVC5lw/s1600/D%2526G+dress.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrO0LNTb9Z-ntb4FNngZQeZ16NyWWOK22n_GI92b7d3m70EGwMUSMaj7A9d3fvh-5FDDhAKOm60wSmKobpTUkhwhAfxG-hsMe5Pce4SQFXrHS2CdiO4y3SwWaQrpgQ8OPXPMkQDIVC5lw/s640/D%2526G+dress.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Supermodel <i>Alessandra Ambrosio</i> dazzled in the dress, which she wore to a Victoria's Secret event in May. She showed off her enviable long legs in strappy stilettos. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I don't really like the straightened hair with it.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span>Kate Bosworth</i> added a military touch to the dress with an army green jacket and black lace up ankle boots. She wore it in March 2011 for the launch of her <i>Nylon</i> magazine cover. Her hair had a natural wavy look to it. Such a pretty dress, she shouldn't have covered it up with that jacket.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span>Most recently, <i>Selena Gomez</i> donned the famous frock for her stint as the <i>MuchMusic Video Awards</i> host this week. Selena looked lovely with her hair in upstyled messy waves. She took a sexy dress and made it look sweet and charming.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span>The first to debut the D&G dress on the red carpet was German actress <i>Diane Kruger</i>, back in February. Diane had her hair up in a neat bun and paired the dress with nude Brian Atwood pumps. It seems lifeless on her.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span>Portuguese model Sara Sampaio chose the dress for a fashion event in Lisbon in March 2011. She dressed it up with metallic gold heels and a clutch bag. The dress fits her too loosely compared to the others.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><span id="goog_716108950"></span><span id="goog_716108951"></span></i></b></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2tJm1LR0fQWf-hgBCzt7KAWymQuOYJKAj_FRsAi_9_wDzup6304c-yvfXeDcMem6Om1u8uywz9808vuUpuTY3A4cTC9fN8IvZy74tmW9o12SJ9fkWhcmg2woNq2RmX-xuXBC7J6C1pZU/s1600/D%2526G+spring.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2tJm1LR0fQWf-hgBCzt7KAWymQuOYJKAj_FRsAi_9_wDzup6304c-yvfXeDcMem6Om1u8uywz9808vuUpuTY3A4cTC9fN8IvZy74tmW9o12SJ9fkWhcmg2woNq2RmX-xuXBC7J6C1pZU/s640/D%2526G+spring.jpg" width="314" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The dress was worn on the runway by Russian model Anna Selezneva</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This dress has also been popular among fashion editors. It has appeared on several magazine covers since the beginning of the year.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeXlwMyaGbGiXgs11QlpjNRPzGdBTVcqMxIsRwcJ56hRAtdOUEnJ8VFJgytfGDJ3V9ww4fnClAsr1VVPTlAuteDmJU5kA-_I_fDAAUL-4A8sYE2Pkhwv3regldR69TyLRatOTfpUoPsSw/s1600/d%2526G.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeXlwMyaGbGiXgs11QlpjNRPzGdBTVcqMxIsRwcJ56hRAtdOUEnJ8VFJgytfGDJ3V9ww4fnClAsr1VVPTlAuteDmJU5kA-_I_fDAAUL-4A8sYE2Pkhwv3regldR69TyLRatOTfpUoPsSw/s640/d%2526G.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Amanda Seyfried</i> cuddled a cute cat for the cover of Korean <i>Elle</i> magazine's June 2011 issue.</span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></span><i>Scarlett Johansson</i> showed off her shorter hairstyle on the cover of <i>Vogue</i> China in April 2011. You can see the detailing of dress really nicely in this photo.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><i>Katy Perry</i> covered the Summer edition of Canada's <i>Fashion</i> magazine. </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></span>Spanish model <i>Sheila Marquez</i> looks incredible on the cover of <i>Marie Claire</i> Spain July 2011.</span><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">My picks for 'Who Wore it Better' are Selena and Katy Perry. I think the contrast of their dark wavy locks against the pale white dress looks beautiful. Their soft rosy make-up amplifies this feminine look. Who were your favourites?</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div></div></div>

Who Wore Dolce & Gabbana Better?

Who Wore It Better? Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2011 Dress This one is going to be tough. Five stunning stars in the exact same mini by Dolce...

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Clemence Poésy poses for InStyle Magazine

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Clemence Poésy</span></span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">US InStyle Magazine July 2011<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;"></span></span></span></i></b></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Clemence Poésy gained famed after appearing in <i>Harry Potter</i>, <i>In Bruges</i> and several episodes of <i>Gossip Girl</i>. The French actress graces the fashion pages of <i>InStyle</i> magazine's July 2011 issue. The photoshoot has a 60's Italian vintage feel to it and sees Clemence pose against the beautiful backdrop of Portofino.</span></div><div style="text-align: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; color: black;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #0000ee; text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/"><br /><br /></a></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMU4DzBglAveVTthL5C-6CucrmekxrdkmkRTkdt6qHMH8ICqWKlL_tA6y4NkmCPutlHqId0nbcgtietZVj7TqFTjkE9iDyR5eIEjA45ikqjR7uTnYaEzTNlbeEAXdoYqrcDbeNFXA_dNU/s1600/clemence+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMU4DzBglAveVTthL5C-6CucrmekxrdkmkRTkdt6qHMH8ICqWKlL_tA6y4NkmCPutlHqId0nbcgtietZVj7TqFTjkE9iDyR5eIEjA45ikqjR7uTnYaEzTNlbeEAXdoYqrcDbeNFXA_dNU/s640/clemence+1.jpg" width="640" /></a><span id="goog_298566564"></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMU4DzBglAveVTthL5C-6CucrmekxrdkmkRTkdt6qHMH8ICqWKlL_tA6y4NkmCPutlHqId0nbcgtietZVj7TqFTjkE9iDyR5eIEjA45ikqjR7uTnYaEzTNlbeEAXdoYqrcDbeNFXA_dNU/s1600/clemence+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; color: black;"></span></a></div></span></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Clemence wears a strapless polka dot (not my favourite print) dress by Dolce & Gabbana. Her beehive hairstyle works so well with the theme. Right - she mixes prints with a striped Petit Bateau top and Early Halloween NYC vintage skirt. Her tie up espadrilles are by Vidoretta. She accessorizes with a sailor hat by Eugenia Kim and striped straw bag by Hat Attack.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn1WYp2tPFgx1ZbHvEgE2RVq8i3wLvtLWwnQPjMDqyXMCGfNJlOdPeIK5n2trbfgywKXRQ8DYCIEvklL_7b38jyZnM8tPWyyyjKskpO8Joo02gBP_gneh6UEDOWvST474o8Wf6oLJMkBw/s1600/clemence.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn1WYp2tPFgx1ZbHvEgE2RVq8i3wLvtLWwnQPjMDqyXMCGfNJlOdPeIK5n2trbfgywKXRQ8DYCIEvklL_7b38jyZnM8tPWyyyjKskpO8Joo02gBP_gneh6UEDOWvST474o8Wf6oLJMkBw/s640/clemence.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Clemence's look is nautical inspired with a navy blue cashmere jumper by Ralph Lauren Black Label and orange Vince jeans. She also wears a DPC Offshore twill hat, yellow scarf and shoes by Espadrillesetc.com. Right - Clemence looks cute in a Wolford poloneck and bright yellow high waisted shorts by Peter Som. Her red patent leather and raffia wedges are by Manolo Blahnik. She dons Dior sunglasses and a green headscarf.</span></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb_WlYZwf3ujlqNZhNyGYXseox1coIkd7F6Cj3Nc6hBScGN_zS494x8vel_6Djhm0zHYRvT_Q_EVfyLqrkV7xavyhKsiLvsRY7B3J6tsZdYMT4a-B03BhWuKtvFI-OROKVz0UxOm2-g1Q/s1600/clemence2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb_WlYZwf3ujlqNZhNyGYXseox1coIkd7F6Cj3Nc6hBScGN_zS494x8vel_6Djhm0zHYRvT_Q_EVfyLqrkV7xavyhKsiLvsRY7B3J6tsZdYMT4a-B03BhWuKtvFI-OROKVz0UxOm2-g1Q/s640/clemence2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Clemence glamorizes resort wear in a silk print dress by Oscar de la Renta. Her look is kept young by the addition of bright green bangles and yellow sunflower earrings by Yochi Lucite. Right - Clemence makes a trip to the market in a red and white cotton crochet dress by D&G. Her hair is tied in a yellow bandana. She carries a Family Jewels Vintage Clothing handbag and wears matching red and white sandals by Castaner.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div>

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A Weekend Wedding in KZN

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis5PphsKZ82HECO85XAYL6QpbzdZCyL8rlyQAZmU_Qcs49ZZtRg9iSxlIEWoQaVw_vlcf73_vH_8lU1Jj6gMsrwufmz0eFGFVEwpOG_nv7ZprFFCbFfCWbopA8Xmm8EvL25mF5ttudpxY/s1600/lilac+wedding+3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis5PphsKZ82HECO85XAYL6QpbzdZCyL8rlyQAZmU_Qcs49ZZtRg9iSxlIEWoQaVw_vlcf73_vH_8lU1Jj6gMsrwufmz0eFGFVEwpOG_nv7ZprFFCbFfCWbopA8Xmm8EvL25mF5ttudpxY/s640/lilac+wedding+3.jpg" width="512" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Close family weddings are always something to look forward to. They don't happen often, but when they do, it turns out to be a wondrous and unforgettable event. This weekend, I attended the wedding of my dearest cousin, (who is more like a brother to me), in sunny KZN. We were more than happy to leave the bitterly cold weather behind and travel across the country to the warm and welcoming coast.</span></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The wheel of festivities starting spinning on Thursday, with an intimate luncheon for 60 people; and it didn't stop from there. We held function upon function, all remarkably organized by my Aunt Nas, who is an events co-ordinator extraordinaire. She could easily take over from Colin Cowie. On Thursday night, the guests were all surprised by a show and dance, led by the groomsmen. We were in stitches when they showed up in wigs, dresses, stockings and stilettos. I must admit they dance better in heels than I do. It ended with the usual fun tradition where everyone was caught in storm of talcum powder. </span></div><div style="text-align: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Friday had us scurrying around, as we had two pre-wedding events to set up. A huge lunch and later that evening, a braai bash for 400. It took a small, dedicated army three hours to transform an empty hall into an exquisitely decorated venue. Amidst all the chaos, my cousin Ray and I still had to write the wedding speech. We used the Bed & Breakfast as a boardroom and with the help of a few family members, the speech was drafted into quite an epic one.</span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: auto;"><div style="text-align: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The anticipation finally culminated on Saturday at a grand wedding reception for a thousand people. We all love an excuse to get dressed up in custom made gowns and have our make-up and hair done. Although, my curls fell apart even before I reached the venue. I think the stylist used water spritzer as hairspray. The vintage styled decor came together elegantly with ivory lace over lavender tablecloths, antique gold frames and mirrors, crystal candelabras and pink and lilac roses. The bride was gorgeous in a fully beaded fishtail gown with lace veil, and the groom handsome in a black tux. The smitten couple were unfazed by the large crowd and constant flash photography.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">In a short five hours the beautiful ceremony was over and our lives had to sadly go back to normal. In an attempt to extend the weekend, we decided to throw an 'after-party', which didn't work out according to plan, as we couldn't find a venue open after 12:30am. Eventually, the beachfront <i>Elangeni</i> Hotel lent the thirty of us their second floor lounge and room service menu. It took one and a half hours to get our order - toasted cheese and coffee has never tasted as good as it did at 3 in the morning.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><div style="text-align: auto;">With the whirlwind of a weekend over, we returned home and back to the cold yesterday. I woke up this morning with a massive hangover, aching feet, a terrible migraine and a bronchitis. But it was all worth it. I had a chance to bond with my awe-inspiring family, spend time with my adorable little cousins, pose for dozens of portraits, mint our own money, share tears after a heartfelt speech, laugh till our sides hurt, and create wonderful memories that we'll talk about when we're all old and grey. </div></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><span id="goog_1872642760"></span><span id="goog_1872642761"></span>

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Badgley Mischka Resort 2012

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Design team Badgely Mischka have created a beautiful range of evening wear for their Resort 2012 Collection. The colour palette in this range is diverse, boasting sensational shades of hot pink, greens, purple and twilight blues. They have transformed the ordinary cocktail dress into something more extravagant. The evening gowns have all been designed to include a certain 'wow' factor.</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><div style="text-align: auto;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3Uf5sBZhV2rwkRlmzq4g-xLUPbEVl1hzxcUQGvpy8L4AkWLE9eDrpYhN1XSYlV_ooYFLBOJtctVhaeUFKf1iKpf9TL5FmV9JMoWCDJPmWZSgvIYz4DgEnA4w9ZMZ8kTxT65No2toGc_g/s1600/badgley+mishkaResort.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3Uf5sBZhV2rwkRlmzq4g-xLUPbEVl1hzxcUQGvpy8L4AkWLE9eDrpYhN1XSYlV_ooYFLBOJtctVhaeUFKf1iKpf9TL5FmV9JMoWCDJPmWZSgvIYz4DgEnA4w9ZMZ8kTxT65No2toGc_g/s640/badgley+mishkaResort.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></span></div></span><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Wearing one of these party dresses will undoubtedly get you noticed. An interesting 3D effect has been used on the apricot orange dress and the white one (bottom right). Top middle is a strapless cerise dress that graduates into different coloured frills. Sparkle is also scattered on a few dresses, as are huge cascading bows.</span></div><div style="text-align: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD5NDs1RrbXOKNiab2PxMhTqgDGa21lXZQ56aIDnkge0hNfs_X8fnzPgHzIhRuyn_lfDMkLgfVvgwKeDmezgcZj7AScT6KaCnvnLkOZQoWjFXUixCuhWAV7HKca5GLSP8Hxuh1A4j_uGw/s1600/bmresort2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD5NDs1RrbXOKNiab2PxMhTqgDGa21lXZQ56aIDnkge0hNfs_X8fnzPgHzIhRuyn_lfDMkLgfVvgwKeDmezgcZj7AScT6KaCnvnLkOZQoWjFXUixCuhWAV7HKca5GLSP8Hxuh1A4j_uGw/s640/bmresort2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><br /><div style="text-align: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Some of the evening gowns are longer versions of the cocktail dresses. Each of these dresses has a significant design feature that stands out. One of my favourite picks is the aubergine empire waist gown, pictured bottom left. The lavender ombre gown with feathered skirt is a definite show stopper.</span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div>

Badgley Mischka Resort 2012

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Trend of the Week - Sea Green Dresses

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span>This week I was delighted to see a variety of sea green dresses worn by celebs. Dark or light, this is my favourite colour of the moment. It's such a tranquil shade, making one think of exotic beaches and pistachio ice cream. </span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span></span></span></span></b></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHbzyt903mdpQ8X2L8dEZ4oCM7DxEMwMLsoic6PnmcvMpMICLm_qOhhpVGkcnQmeBf7_YW6vJDPsVmpM5TWtg_MBjXaJMxl6PR2kx_vNkeQth4NkNtEcav60J1J8Vf7H5aQ__h1tChi5A/s1600/minted+green+dresses.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="442" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHbzyt903mdpQ8X2L8dEZ4oCM7DxEMwMLsoic6PnmcvMpMICLm_qOhhpVGkcnQmeBf7_YW6vJDPsVmpM5TWtg_MBjXaJMxl6PR2kx_vNkeQth4NkNtEcav60J1J8Vf7H5aQ__h1tChi5A/s640/minted+green+dresses.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Cameron Diaz</i> looked chic in Berlin, wearing a mint green shirt dress by Akris. It is well paired with a tan double layered belt by Phillip Lim and strappy Sergio Rossi heels. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span><br /><br /><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span>Dusky beauty <i>Eva Longoria</i> wears an asymmetrical Chantilly lace dress in light teal, which is by Monique Lhuillier. I'm not fond of the chunky satin heels with it but Eva still manages to look fabulous.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><br /><br /></i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><i>Emma Roberts</i> showed off her classic style at the 'Today Show' in New York. The actress wore a pretty ice mint silk organza dress with black frilled collar. It is by Saudi Arabian designer, Razan Alazzouni. Emma paired the dress with black Brian Atwood pumps.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></span>Elle Fanning is dressed in a gorgeous frock by Marc Jacobs' Resort 2012. Her tulle turquoise gown is adorned with flower motifs. Elle contrasted the green hue with coral coloured heels by Chanel.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div></div>

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