Looks of the Week - 10/11/12

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The weekly roundup of celebrity style on and off the red carpet.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Darling Dresses</span></b><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMaT8DRPhfBZE3bi7X3EfdDt30PVTtoYi5iVVXgxdR7yhMDhvKKwogYT8vTbGopFnUscePYRH9nrBwKjmGlvtKhp9to9LXGOoq53W9pkZjl_T5nRUaIuiDucKJ0Mj4UytS79Rs7Hcs4hNW/s1600/looks1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMaT8DRPhfBZE3bi7X3EfdDt30PVTtoYi5iVVXgxdR7yhMDhvKKwogYT8vTbGopFnUscePYRH9nrBwKjmGlvtKhp9to9LXGOoq53W9pkZjl_T5nRUaIuiDucKJ0Mj4UytS79Rs7Hcs4hNW/s640/looks1.jpg" style="cursor: move;" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Ashley Madekwe</span></b> enchanted in a <i>Camilla & Marc</i> cream georgette and mint brocade dress with ruched waist and tiered skirt. A snazzy pair of green <i>Topshop</i> sandals and sparkly hair brooch finalize her lovely look.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Walking the red carpet for their new movie 'Ginger and Rosa', <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Elle Fanning</span></b> & <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Alice Englert </span></b>both opted for pretty classic print maxi dresses. Elle donned a </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">fine striped </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">mint green <i>Oscar de la Renta</i> gown, while Alice picked out a rosé pink checkered <i>Louis Vuitton</i> dress.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Amy Adams</span></b> was delightful in a black & green floral print<i> Dolce & Gabbana</i> dress with full bell skirt & draped bodice. <i>Roger Vivier</i> ankle strap sandals complete her twilight fairy look.</span><br /><br /><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Street Sense</span></b><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjw2Zosp_XkWIJj8HSWhZoJrUwWWQyzDXGKpHPIHYQtKvasVZZVoxG2idqptbpVz6JQOrANs9gVgDkOdr86Dd78fJs51pUNm1nFBvgnimHTTtF9t91G_LBn5L53WcKFO5O8Z9wNFhnL9lhX/s1600/looks3.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/AVvXsEjw2Zosp_XkWIJj8HSWhZoJrUwWWQyzDXGKpHPIHYQtKvasVZZVoxG2idqptbpVz6JQOrANs9gVgDkOdr86Dd78fJs51pUNm1nFBvgnimHTTtF9t91G_LBn5L53WcKFO5O8Z9wNFhnL9lhX/s640/looks3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Miranda Kerr's</span></b> fashion forward street ensemble features a black <i>Givenchy</i> coat, rubberissed tweed mini by <i>Alexander Wang</i>, <i>Givenchy </i>duffle bag & killer thigh-high boots by <i>Hermes</i>. </span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Kate Beckinsale</span></b> takes her glazed leather leggings out on the town, teaming them with a printed <i>Stylestalker</i> blazer, blue blouse and <i>Yves Saint Laurent</i> booties.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Fergie </span></b>was spotted out in LA looking suave in an ombre print and fringed <i>Ann Demeulemeester</i> jacket, worn with a sexy black mini, fingerless gloves, an <i>Alexander Wang</i> leather clutch and a pair of studded 'Battle' boots from her own shoe line.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Kourtney Kardashian</span></b> glamorizes daytime wear with a flowing greige shirtdress with pleated bodice and front-slit skirt. A statement collar necklace, snakeskin clutch bag and nude peep-toe sandals complete her look.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>Two-Tone</b></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMykCQlJNQBX13noxovtnM-WxEIm1D79qqwen8vtyPjVj6ZHpRCpkWVLYQG7MkbGZZmg3oPspGK_tfb5L9Tf1EbShbSxYIaBzmyJly2EskKavx92NDdljXpfSNkns_Oxu4m4b1V7kQyGS0/s1600/looks5.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/AVvXsEiMykCQlJNQBX13noxovtnM-WxEIm1D79qqwen8vtyPjVj6ZHpRCpkWVLYQG7MkbGZZmg3oPspGK_tfb5L9Tf1EbShbSxYIaBzmyJly2EskKavx92NDdljXpfSNkns_Oxu4m4b1V7kQyGS0/s640/looks5.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Kristen Stewart</span></b> showed off her edgier side in a risqué <i>Balenciaga</i> jumpsuit with white cut-out bustier top and high-waisted black trousers. Her heels are by <i>Christian Louboutin</i>. </span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Taylor Swift</span></b> looked polished in a trim black and white <i>Kate Spade</i> dress, paired with black tights, <i>Christian</i> <i>Louboutin</i> pumps and red hot lips.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Marion Cotillard</span></b> wears a clean-cut and modern <i>Christian Dior</i> gown, featuring an off-white halter-neck overlay & high slit, revealing a short black mini underneath. </span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Cameron Diaz</span></b> exuded elegance in a monochrome <i>Stella McCartney</i> dress with black low-cut top & ivory silk skirt. A black clutch & classic black ankle strap sandals complete her look.</span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>Glitzy Glam</b></span><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijkLZW_REV8WcCeXbPUjSs-ahGgvzVZgx8ehnbQ2JKtbaHhieHhMI26EGnbqeqx1a3t367010wUVonRJGVJYEPo1DVp8f_vx8qSyGh981YKSh8u2BViqyMsBQEzaJb39SSKQvBZtKuI-hP/s1600/looks3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; display: inline !important; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijkLZW_REV8WcCeXbPUjSs-ahGgvzVZgx8ehnbQ2JKtbaHhieHhMI26EGnbqeqx1a3t367010wUVonRJGVJYEPo1DVp8f_vx8qSyGh981YKSh8u2BViqyMsBQEzaJb39SSKQvBZtKuI-hP/s640/looks3.jpg" width="640" /></a><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Berenice Marlohe</span></b> strikes yet another a high style note this week, in this exquisite gold sequined <i>Oscar de la Renta</i> gown with shimmering tulle skirt.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Jessica Alba</span></b> personified prettiness in this romantic pale pink and green floral embroidered <i>Valentino</i> gown, with sheer sleeves and satin bow belt.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Olivia Munn</span></b> sparkled in a gold tonal sequined gown by <i>Temperley London,</i> modelled on a vintage hourglass silhouette. </span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>Prima Donnas</b></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTqyHsNua1lQ6UBVjG5gQrxabtNbo388vxIqZx2NjWrjFgFF-iiJkayLvg9-a-Bqc9ATUWeBPGpnar0RpptP6sWg0w5gNRyQOZKfwQTncgjUklolh_Rlpo_OAlnXG5VLbNZu0ZkhPXkgDD/s1600/looks5.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/AVvXsEiTqyHsNua1lQ6UBVjG5gQrxabtNbo388vxIqZx2NjWrjFgFF-iiJkayLvg9-a-Bqc9ATUWeBPGpnar0RpptP6sWg0w5gNRyQOZKfwQTncgjUklolh_Rlpo_OAlnXG5VLbNZu0ZkhPXkgDD/s640/looks5.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Pixie Lott </span></b>kept her evening look relatively simple in a streamlined black <i>Dolce & Gabbana</i> off-the-shoulder dress, placing all the attention on her sunny yellow rose halo.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Cat Deeley</span></b> went all out in a white feathered frou-frou frock by British stylist <i>Charlie Brear</i>. She toned it down with a matching tailored blazer.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Delta Goodrem</span></b> playfully styled this hot pink <i>Christian Dior</i> tulle and lace dress with a floral hair wreath and ballet flats...for comfort over height.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Keira Knightley</span></b> displayed grace and refinement in a demure midnight blue <i>Valentino </i>lace<i> </i>gown with sheer floral embroidered sleeves.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i>Who is your favourite 'Look of the Week'?</i></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span>

Looks of the Week - 10/11/12

The weekly roundup of celebrity style on and off the red carpet. Darling Dresses Ashley Madekwe  enchanted in a Camilla & Marc cream ge...

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Friday Frills

<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglwXUmdPLclmq-4gdF9ZOhxFFJ4pOQntgK4KMyNZMkhyphenhyphenj4mzOTvaTuGHgCc5Bt7F0Uv8NP3G3tnjb4HoVPV6DJaGdAS7B7O_74G_huNqShNAlcsGFZjBZ6OonqXL7Y2bEefa3mzyAGKM-F/s1600/fridayfrills.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglwXUmdPLclmq-4gdF9ZOhxFFJ4pOQntgK4KMyNZMkhyphenhyphenj4mzOTvaTuGHgCc5Bt7F0Uv8NP3G3tnjb4HoVPV6DJaGdAS7B7O_74G_huNqShNAlcsGFZjBZ6OonqXL7Y2bEefa3mzyAGKM-F/s640/fridayfrills.jpg" width="512" /></a></div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b><i>May you have enough.... </i></b></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Enough happiness to keep you sweet,</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Enough trials to keep you strong,
</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: xx-small;"><br /></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Enough sorrow to keep you human,
</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Enough hope to keep you happy;
</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: xx-small;"><br /></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Enough failure to keep you humble,
</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Enough success to keep you eager,
</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: xx-small;"><br /></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Enough friends to give you comfort,</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">
Enough wealth to meet your needs;</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: xx-small;"><br /></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">
Enough enthusiasm to look forward,
</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Enough faith to banish depression,
</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: xx-small;"><br /></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">And Enough determination to make each day </span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Better than yesterday.</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i>*Author unknown. </i></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i>Image via weheartit.com, edited.</i></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;"><i><br /></i></span></div><br />

Friday Frills

May you have enough....  Enough happiness to keep you sweet, Enough trials to keep you strong,
 Enough sorrow to keep you human,
 Enough hop...

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Iconic Bags Named After Iconic Stars

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The style makers, the trendsetters, the game changers, the icons of our time. You have to make a glittering splash on the fashion radar in order to have a designer brand name a bag after you. I thought it would be interesting to compare the very stylishly accomplished and modish ladies that each have a famous bag named after them.</span><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: -webkit-auto;"><br /></div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-bottom: 0.5em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; padding-bottom: 6px; padding-left: 6px; padding-right: 6px; padding-top: 6px; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2M7-72k-JEhLJCiKZSgOGpXE39PwOkkL8fVWfXHPI3ywuktRjrrCf-UuE4mDuIgbl3bYGv-jgGdCg10_n7goZAdoPSXgkEHfvSG3SwM9baRVbz3UUMDOu_mTq8eIMJNSG3_tNyJceVJay/s1600/jane.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2M7-72k-JEhLJCiKZSgOGpXE39PwOkkL8fVWfXHPI3ywuktRjrrCf-UuE4mDuIgbl3bYGv-jgGdCg10_n7goZAdoPSXgkEHfvSG3SwM9baRVbz3UUMDOu_mTq8eIMJNSG3_tNyJceVJay/s640/jane.jpg" style="cursor: move;" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px; padding-top: 4px; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Arguably the most famous of all namesake bags, The Hermés Birkin bag is also the most expensive, ranging anywhere from $10 000 to $150 000. The famous leather tote was named after French singer-actress Jane Birkin in 1984.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuGVA0Ku5ldCQexIV22qeUcvczqCe0WZhMMOeaLqsBmP01Je49Gjv5JICYlvkd2F-QHR9LURa1ZXcjzWRJbMmcBFUS8g8nHR8TApJ_68gt5inFInXCjNGs9gV1Yn4ORoaKKqv9ie8GXZmd/s1600/bardot.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuGVA0Ku5ldCQexIV22qeUcvczqCe0WZhMMOeaLqsBmP01Je49Gjv5JICYlvkd2F-QHR9LURa1ZXcjzWRJbMmcBFUS8g8nHR8TApJ_68gt5inFInXCjNGs9gV1Yn4ORoaKKqv9ie8GXZmd/s640/bardot.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Lancel </i>designed this bohemian suede and tassel 'Bardot' shoulder bag for 60's French actress Brigitte Bardot. It is said that the design was meant to mimic the curvaceous star.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVajgEVOmfFSvPDiH8JdPXomENDMEgoH0Or4sjzn2FZugIVCTBpepjnIZVfTkREY9qDGrUC3bXi-r0jTm9znzyA7hZqFks4Cb9XE_UJ-r_0w3csjsmezxr7NhVi5zOc5CZpuneRSFatpJA/s1600/daphne.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVajgEVOmfFSvPDiH8JdPXomENDMEgoH0Or4sjzn2FZugIVCTBpepjnIZVfTkREY9qDGrUC3bXi-r0jTm9znzyA7hZqFks4Cb9XE_UJ-r_0w3csjsmezxr7NhVi5zOc5CZpuneRSFatpJA/s640/daphne.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Jason Wu</i> was inspired by the 'classic-with-a-twist' Dutch model Daphne Groeneveld, and constructed a chic and modern crossbody bag after her. Forming part of his Fall 2012 collection, the leather framed bag retails at $1495.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLqKth_MYiKCfYfpZiYPFf4E5LP5OJfyUiHGUilE4V7Od0OMRT08rKlsFqn0eKpHrmA3KHaHM5ab05DbezDk8bT1xJWNhFSgd7OciZJvrGshSM2ppfWjD_suOq120Z0wgrylVxV1v4DnbG/s1600/gisele+.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLqKth_MYiKCfYfpZiYPFf4E5LP5OJfyUiHGUilE4V7Od0OMRT08rKlsFqn0eKpHrmA3KHaHM5ab05DbezDk8bT1xJWNhFSgd7OciZJvrGshSM2ppfWjD_suOq120Z0wgrylVxV1v4DnbG/s640/gisele+.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">It was only a matter of time before the world's highest paid supermodel was given her own handbag. <i>Luella</i> conceptualized the pretty and feminine 'Gisele' bag in 2002, along with leather heart motifs, an ode to the stunning Brazilian model.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPRs1IEZYKiARZplxfBkf89A28Qfhl4_OtAdCpPPie0NS2TMUjSn4tLNtneDG6PLRFOgLLoqWymiBHndte-4HyDzZ2m3uLiUnMZDFJ5ib0hstLzi5U0DICHeJN_PnygLjCyBa0HQtQ1_0t/s1600/grace.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPRs1IEZYKiARZplxfBkf89A28Qfhl4_OtAdCpPPie0NS2TMUjSn4tLNtneDG6PLRFOgLLoqWymiBHndte-4HyDzZ2m3uLiUnMZDFJ5ib0hstLzi5U0DICHeJN_PnygLjCyBa0HQtQ1_0t/s640/grace.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Another <i>Hermés</i> favourite is the regal 'Kelly' bag, named after exquisite Hollywood actress turned royal princess, Grace Kelly. The design was incepted in 1935, and since then it still remains one of the most eminent bags of all time.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-bottom: 0.5em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; padding-bottom: 6px; padding-left: 6px; padding-right: 6px; padding-top: 6px; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWgeIhb0arVkRtJ0Ym1_dpTf1OLJ6BXAaxqFIzTPP5tobrWSaYkQrmkemS2MfZQODMMSK2VJsseDkvUtBI0p3-Oj3abG-DXOwj0ABO9O1lfCgHZG8qGKme4-UkRsrtntEmxl2mENE2Hy8R/s1600/alexa.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWgeIhb0arVkRtJ0Ym1_dpTf1OLJ6BXAaxqFIzTPP5tobrWSaYkQrmkemS2MfZQODMMSK2VJsseDkvUtBI0p3-Oj3abG-DXOwj0ABO9O1lfCgHZG8qGKme4-UkRsrtntEmxl2mENE2Hy8R/s640/alexa.jpg" style="cursor: move;" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px; padding-top: 4px; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Leaving the last millennium of famous bags behind, there was a new It-Bag named after a new It-Girl. Alexa Chung was honoured with a luxurious leather satchel bag by British brand <i>Mulberry</i> in 2010, which became an instant bestseller at £750 each.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwpaGQ9JBcxd-JhcHlw_Wu3IMsSJDr1tXXn3CMXjzoxw0sx6_r8BGrb2HEiCYqB58-YpA5kM5ZvFfdEIlKPqS_LPzitrFI0LFm6OPsildTCkTgoKicnCtddEcgtyQmn-ulT9v7kTKo1xSm/s1600/jackie.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwpaGQ9JBcxd-JhcHlw_Wu3IMsSJDr1tXXn3CMXjzoxw0sx6_r8BGrb2HEiCYqB58-YpA5kM5ZvFfdEIlKPqS_LPzitrFI0LFm6OPsildTCkTgoKicnCtddEcgtyQmn-ulT9v7kTKo1xSm/s640/jackie.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Although the <i>Hermés</i> Constance Bag was not initially named after Jackie O' Kennedy, as soon as she was spotted wearing it in 1969, it was given the nickname, the 'O Bag'. Gucci also designed a bag for the famous 60's fashion icon called the 'Jackie' bag.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8jnu8t-GPMyagZwlLPmBzu1xJHLS4CucBdnK5c1zPD7ZZXhC5AowiatDxFI6JTexXp_BSd_vh8CVtir198XlIfuojBhkV1qRQXQ09wrp0q7GN_79Pgvi6ZeCdKDCsaqaayiolEp1kDAkX/s1600/lady+dior.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8jnu8t-GPMyagZwlLPmBzu1xJHLS4CucBdnK5c1zPD7ZZXhC5AowiatDxFI6JTexXp_BSd_vh8CVtir198XlIfuojBhkV1qRQXQ09wrp0q7GN_79Pgvi6ZeCdKDCsaqaayiolEp1kDAkX/s640/lady+dior.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">A favourite of Lady Diana, the 'Lady Dior' bag by <i>Christian Dior</i> embodies class and refinement with a quilted leather design and metallic charms. Created in 1995, this illustrious top-handle case is still coveted by millions of fashion lovers around the world.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnCdeFpOT8VeJT_3pmNcJZCnlHjmkai7jQcSG2PSMde-bpe6y33lER3o40L-557m5xRGQFVVKvnSdRlngyzTYiHx7iCPoYFjeaX0E56BXStf_Bg2n8kJLSBwdwzu2C5MNKyXRIf1vwhcn_/s1600/lanadelrey+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnCdeFpOT8VeJT_3pmNcJZCnlHjmkai7jQcSG2PSMde-bpe6y33lER3o40L-557m5xRGQFVVKvnSdRlngyzTYiHx7iCPoYFjeaX0E56BXStf_Bg2n8kJLSBwdwzu2C5MNKyXRIf1vwhcn_/s640/lanadelrey+copy.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Most recent to join the list is songbird Lana Del Rey. This year <i>Mulberry</i> named a bag after 'Del Rey' with a classic inflated design that will never date. This one will set you back $1250.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR3JePXmuoAC6sNi0Xx2aKUaE8XLEyuyi8wjgf4OtNwZaC5IodnNztmM_YKCI_PCPoEbSMQb0Ij3Sy2RY0w_SNU1vtCh5J7mTJI9QX7JZvKDo0ErCvxw12o8yzZ6LEWlmcLF_P6kp5HRBH/s1600/jessica.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR3JePXmuoAC6sNi0Xx2aKUaE8XLEyuyi8wjgf4OtNwZaC5IodnNztmM_YKCI_PCPoEbSMQb0Ij3Sy2RY0w_SNU1vtCh5J7mTJI9QX7JZvKDo0ErCvxw12o8yzZ6LEWlmcLF_P6kp5HRBH/s640/jessica.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Marc Jacobs</i> encapsulated the charm & beauty of Canadian model Jessica Stam with a quilted leather creation in 2006. The 'Stam' bag, which features a brass chain handle strap & quaint vintage design, has been seen under the arms of many a celebrity and retails for about $1275.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><br /><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEB10mCarpoQ1hNJynA3HhGm_SG0Z9RSnJjeyy2k1SIDo7PaSUAw6LshpXHe6NJ-8UYqFXDVkbj0BLEm1ILqf4gmQKMuvMLabjej5qoipfac2zpXAbK76Mz_iOCIiS9O1Stl_eaoz0tvLZ/s1600/sophia+.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEB10mCarpoQ1hNJynA3HhGm_SG0Z9RSnJjeyy2k1SIDo7PaSUAw6LshpXHe6NJ-8UYqFXDVkbj0BLEm1ILqf4gmQKMuvMLabjej5qoipfac2zpXAbK76Mz_iOCIiS9O1Stl_eaoz0tvLZ/s640/sophia+.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><br /><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Salvatore Ferragamo</i> created the 'Sophia' bag in tribute to the enchanting Italian actress. Its elegant and simple design has become a favourite with many celebrities and Sophia herself. The approximate cost of the medium sized bag is $1690.</span></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Which of these legendary leather keepsakes is on your wish list?</b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>And who do you think the next It-Bag should be named after? </b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i>I'd love to hear your insight...</i></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i>*All collages by me with pictures via Google Images</i></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span><br />

Iconic Bags Named After Iconic Stars

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Things You Should Know Before You're 30

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I recently came across the book "<i>Thirty Things Every Woman Should Have and Should Know"</i>, published by Glamour Magazine, which provides snippets of valuable wisdom every girl should be familiar with before they turn 30. I've written down some of my own 'Things I'd Like To Know Before I'm 30', along with a few excerpts from the book itself</span>.</div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoBaf2pegHRDyex6zAlujyfNfLqFGGAHnhlKkht2hC4u1VpTg30-zYNlzY9JAjZHgj6yKnLsQwC40GTZp-eUSxZ5m3ftIeOEsjm2e5-TISlV810UIDeQBUmueWh5gDxAlphH9xH2Hu4Baz/s1600/frills.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/AVvXsEjoBaf2pegHRDyex6zAlujyfNfLqFGGAHnhlKkht2hC4u1VpTg30-zYNlzY9JAjZHgj6yKnLsQwC40GTZp-eUSxZ5m3ftIeOEsjm2e5-TISlV810UIDeQBUmueWh5gDxAlphH9xH2Hu4Baz/s640/frills.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><br /><div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>         </b></span></div><br /><div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>Before You Turn 30, You Should Know...</b></span></div><br /><div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. How to fall in love without losing yourself.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. How you feel about marriage and having kids.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. How to quit a job, break up with a man & confront a friend without ruining the friendship.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. When to try harder and when to walk away.</span><br /><br /><div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">5. How to pick a dress that flatters your shape, not hides it.<br /><br />6. How to cook a winning three course meal.</span></div><br /><div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">7. And throw a dinner party that people will talk about the morning after.<br />8. The names and speed dials of a really good hairdresser, beautician and tailor.<br />9. How to live alone, even if you don’t like to.<br />10. Where to go - be it your best friend’s couch, the country inn spa or a yoga mat - when your soul needs soothing.</span></div><br /><div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><br /><div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">11. How to pack a bag in a hurry.<br />12. That you can’t change the length of your legs or the width of your hips.<br />13. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">How to write an exceptional resumé without any exaggerations.</span></div><br /><div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">14. When it comes to applying makeup, less is more.</span></div><br /><div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">15. That bad hair days are just a part of life, not a level 8 on the Richter Scale type-of-crisis.</span></div><br /><div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />16. What you would and wouldn’t do for money or love.<br />17. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">That your youthful years may not have been perfect, but it’s over.</span></div><br /><div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">18. How to get rid of a spider, change a light bulb or a flat tyre...or know someone reliable you can call at 3am to do either.</span></div><br /><div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">19. That sometimes letting go is easier than holding back.</span></div><br /><div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">20. How to make an entrance and how to exit gracefully.</span></div><br /><div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />21. Who you can trust, who you can’t, and why you shouldn’t take it personally.</span></div><br /><div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">22. You don't have to please everyone all the time...it's okay to say 'No' sometimes.</span></div><br /><div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">23. The moment when you should leave an argument...before you say something you may not be able to take back later.<br />24. Not to apologize for something that isn’t your fault.<br />25. That life doesn't end at thirty, it only begins...hopefully ;)</span><br /><br /><div><br /><br /></div><br /><div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b><i>I would love to hear what you would like to add to this list.</i></b></span></div><br /><div><br /><br /></div><br /><div><br /><br /></div><br /><div><br /><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: xx-small;">*All images found via weheartit.com</span></i></div><br /><div><br /><br /></div><br /></div><br />

Things You Should Know Before You're 30

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A Swash Autumn 2012

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>Swash London</b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Fall/Winter 2012-13</b></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The latest collection by trailblazing brand <i>Swash London</i> is an imagery explosion of enchanting prints and enticing colours, set in a fantasy world where your every fashion dream is answered in the most outlandish display. The inventive duo behind the label are couple Sarah Swash and Toshio Yamanaka, who's combined creative minds have yielded an impressive clothing range for Autumn/Winter 2012, entitled 'Phantastes', modeled after the 19th century novel by George MacDonlad.</span><br /><br /><div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><br /><div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">What sets Swash apart are their intricately hand-painted fabrics and whimsical digital silk prints that tell a story each of their own. This season, the garments illustrate a tale of unhinged antique clocks, romantic rose scented gardens, a forest filled with fauna and exotic flora, vintage mirrored wardrobes and chaise lounges, deers and dogs, partridges and pinecones. Now that sounds like the type of imaginative story that I would like to read.</span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The equestrian theme is coloured into life by sweet pastels, lush teals and mustard and energetic oranges. Argyle coats, knitted sweaters, swish skirts over patterned pants, embroidered bomber jackets, the sway of a fringed hem and beautifully printed scarves all make up this Regency-roused range. Adding to the quirk and curiosity are pom-pom topped hats, matching hosiery that seemingly blend into their printed surroundings, leather gloves and an assortment of handheld bags. Take a dive into the animated world of <i>Swash London</i> with their fascinating A/W 2012-13 collection...Click on image for a larger view.</span><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEDyHwS98txPBAQbrZaG08zvaZQ83eLFu5uiR5Qkh5T7AhLXzeaOxecPxxjDi6S0aoQVyg5b0cKgZHO929oIClKxh8zenIj8NfHUumvNh-WdTfQxbX6E1eCNfRwOf7eVsdQgB5EGI7rCoj/s1600/swash1.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/AVvXsEhEDyHwS98txPBAQbrZaG08zvaZQ83eLFu5uiR5Qkh5T7AhLXzeaOxecPxxjDi6S0aoQVyg5b0cKgZHO929oIClKxh8zenIj8NfHUumvNh-WdTfQxbX6E1eCNfRwOf7eVsdQgB5EGI7rCoj/s640/swash1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I urge you to visit their remarkably designed site, its something to satiate your digi-senses.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><b>P.S</b> The lovely Ivana from <a href="http://www.macaronsandpearls.com/">Macarons & Peals</a> interviewed me on her blog, which you can read <a href="http://www.macaronsandpearls.com/2012/11/brunch-with-blogger-sam-of-frills-and.html">here</a>.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><br /></span></div><br />

A Swash Autumn 2012

Swash London Fall/Winter 2012-13 The latest collection by trailblazing brand Swash London is an imagery explosion of enchanting prints and ...

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Looks of the Week - 03/11/12

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The weekly roundup of celebrity style, on and off the red carpet.</span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>Colourific</b></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrrPkf7oe03qeFoVFgw0BE7jTiltJihZ1aGcQCRy6xKfIVZkw3sQ0wDufAmSVWtQgSsZ_eZZmqOopMRGBVohZFBntiserRCyK5NBsMcnWgjp3ISNEv3ZErOcIYDWp0Eb0ilDIamx9cqYYE/s1600/looks1.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/AVvXsEgrrPkf7oe03qeFoVFgw0BE7jTiltJihZ1aGcQCRy6xKfIVZkw3sQ0wDufAmSVWtQgSsZ_eZZmqOopMRGBVohZFBntiserRCyK5NBsMcnWgjp3ISNEv3ZErOcIYDWp0Eb0ilDIamx9cqYYE/s640/looks1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;"><b>Rosie Huntington-Whiteley</b></span> modelled an apple green column gown with ruffled neckline, straight off the <i>Gucci</i> SS13 runway.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Florence Welch</span></b> beautifully complimented her flame red locks in a rich sapphire blue <i>Gucci</i> gown with sheer billowy sleeves, plunge neck and belted waist.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Emily Blunt</span></b> shows off her toned shoulders in a sleek-fitting tangerine <i>Alexander McQueen</i> gown, which has a colourful bejewelled neckline.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Amy Adams</span></b> was prettily poised in a sunflower yellow strapless <i>Gucci</i> gown with embellished waistband and studded clutch bag.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Krysten Ritter</span></b> made a striking appearance in a fuchsia <i>Salvatore Ferragamo </i>dress with tautly draped bodice and flowing side-slit skirt.</span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>In Black & White</b></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMLJUBknP2fBj3_tmmcpO4EjV2-mvV7Y7Rh3Lqc4BNiXof0-G8AsWWtSUZqWiqFe2P5rirc77HQI20jjE2Ca9TSc9A_4yR4C7L_iz9Gna_jwv2z98HvyqnsCYLHI67w7u2J6hlY0DGVQHn/s1600/looks2.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/AVvXsEjMLJUBknP2fBj3_tmmcpO4EjV2-mvV7Y7Rh3Lqc4BNiXof0-G8AsWWtSUZqWiqFe2P5rirc77HQI20jjE2Ca9TSc9A_4yR4C7L_iz9Gna_jwv2z98HvyqnsCYLHI67w7u2J6hlY0DGVQHn/s640/looks2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Nicole Scherzinger</span></b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> exuded confidence in this form-fitting white</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> <i>Bibi Bachtadze</i> dress, complete with a pair of hot pink <i>Giuseppe Zanotti</i> heels for colour.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Amber Heard</span></b> kept all the focus on her elaborately decorated gold beaded neckline whilst wearing this black <i>Gucci</i> mini with matching strappy sandals.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Lucy Hale</span></b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> was stunning in sequined display of black and white by </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Moschino</i>.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Gwyneth Paltrow</span></b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> amped up the edge in an urbane leather </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">dress by </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Hugo Boss</i>.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Bella Heathcote</span></b> sparkled in a white and gold paillette covered <i>Gucci</i> dress, featuring an ornate floral cut-out neckline.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>Chic On The Street </b></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdxw2jMYGwQ0_e4v904VIzJ9nlBf31UyDMQHqv-Oc3E7_he4IAfE8OUqCWxLiMxFC6ck-XafZ8LfDe0nWUE_Hjf2IVAMFkLIAp58qqftEqrFX4-nls0imG60m8lEqos25G5sUhVbKkbFbY/s1600/looks33.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/AVvXsEgdxw2jMYGwQ0_e4v904VIzJ9nlBf31UyDMQHqv-Oc3E7_he4IAfE8OUqCWxLiMxFC6ck-XafZ8LfDe0nWUE_Hjf2IVAMFkLIAp58qqftEqrFX4-nls0imG60m8lEqos25G5sUhVbKkbFbY/s640/looks33.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Reese Witherspoon</span></b> shows off her boho chic pregnancy style in a loose cream frock with tier-folded hem, teamed with a tan <i>Mulberry</i> bag, suede <i>Rag & Bone</i> boots and a cute fedora.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Miranda Kerr</span></b> styles up her skinny jeans with a <i>Christopher Kane</i> leopard print top, a tailored black blazer by <i>Stella McCartney</i>, a <i>Celine</i> tote bag, ballet flats and <i>Miu Miu</i> sunnies.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0; font-weight: bold;">Alessandra Ambrosio's </span><span class="Apple-style-span">ideal black daydress is accessorized by a tri-colour <i>Celine </i>Trapeze bag, tan skinny <i>Valentino</i> belt and T-bat flat sandals by <i>Ferragamo</i>.</span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Kate Moss</span></b> takes her favourite leopard print coat out for a stroll, styling it with a <i>Bella Freud</i> top, black skinny jeans, lace-up ankle boots and a bright yellow clutch bag.</span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>Green Peace</b></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKtjwHPN4avABHhdBv_czzb2VEPZOOfZi_avkyP0XSoVVPj5lDbH5Um_FHIQgZIiTbP9qNqeYiG0t-rUrriEET7pmkJtBeOx_Lot4x-GMdYOFRtTt9DOMglLlH7olN2KpYsSNEPSdc03PE/s1600/looks4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKtjwHPN4avABHhdBv_czzb2VEPZOOfZi_avkyP0XSoVVPj5lDbH5Um_FHIQgZIiTbP9qNqeYiG0t-rUrriEET7pmkJtBeOx_Lot4x-GMdYOFRtTt9DOMglLlH7olN2KpYsSNEPSdc03PE/s640/looks4.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Emma Roberts</span></b> was engaging in an emerald green self-striped<i> Vena Cadena</i> maxi skirt, paired with a fitted black t-shirt, heavy gold circle necklace, a glossy <i>Kate Spade</i> clutch and black heels by <i>Brian Atwood</i>.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Amber Valetta</span></b> picked out a ruffled forest green foliage print gown by <i>Gucci</i>.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">UK X-Factor judge<b style="color: #c27ba0;"> Tulisa Contostavlos</b> looked pretty in a teal green <i>Ariella Couture</i> dress with black lacquered lace cut-out bodice and flaired silk skirt. Jeweled <i>Miu Miu</i> sandals complete her look.</span><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><b>Glitz & Glamour</b></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSKqSODP1o3obug6QMmS76WKG4TVhoPNdm2GW6f0NblHzeYgrq53Sl3_aLSAy3gIe7Ksx-2ZULT4fFIm7IRgXj-zn9Q4jnculRzxeNM2tVSkGzDDsceUiUHu8HoHu7aZLq4oHolvu4GaRW/s1600/looks5.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/AVvXsEjSKqSODP1o3obug6QMmS76WKG4TVhoPNdm2GW6f0NblHzeYgrq53Sl3_aLSAy3gIe7Ksx-2ZULT4fFIm7IRgXj-zn9Q4jnculRzxeNM2tVSkGzDDsceUiUHu8HoHu7aZLq4oHolvu4GaRW/s640/looks5.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Carrie Underwood</span></b> channeled Grecian Barbie in this ravishing white <i>Reem Acra</i> gown with gold embroidered illusion bodice.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Berenice Marlohe</span></b> was radiant in a gleaming molten gold <i>Elie Saab</i> gown with belted waist.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Taylor Swift</span></b> sparkled in the spotlight, wearing a romantic cream lace <i>Jenny Packham</i> dress, which is specked with red floral beaded motifs.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0;">Karolina Kurkova</span></b> was a picture of elegance in an ivory chiffon <i>Carlos Miele</i> gown, featuring a satin panelled bodice.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #c27ba0; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><br /></b></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i>Who is your favourite 'Look of the Week'?</i></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span>

Looks of the Week - 03/11/12

The weekly roundup of celebrity style, on and off the red carpet. Colourific Rosie Huntington-Whiteley  modelled an apple green column gown ...

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Friday Frills

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_-bhbt9fABxMcJNbuaMP_zFrT_tkbJtOj-cZF1GBjI2w1k1uq2zcsQ5C86CkKwbuzihpjTkyS2tq15UvSVxK2ORZR_IhK7lLOzACVjoS7JqyECyQ66x_tLw3eo0aSvZs8tWg7KJT8ij0e/s1600/fridayfrills.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_-bhbt9fABxMcJNbuaMP_zFrT_tkbJtOj-cZF1GBjI2w1k1uq2zcsQ5C86CkKwbuzihpjTkyS2tq15UvSVxK2ORZR_IhK7lLOzACVjoS7JqyECyQ66x_tLw3eo0aSvZs8tWg7KJT8ij0e/s640/fridayfrills.jpg" width="452" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Be thankful that you don't already have everything you desire.</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">If you did, what would there be to look forward to?</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Be thankful when you don't know something,</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">For it gives you the opportunity to learn.</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Be thankful for the difficult times. </span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">During those times you grow.</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Be thankful for your limitations,</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Because they give you opportunities for improvement.</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Be thankful for each new challenge,</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Because it will build your strength and character.</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Be thankful for your mistakes. </span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">They will teach you valuable lessons.</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Be thankful when you're tired and weary,</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Because it means you've made the effort.</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">It's easy to be thankful for the good things.</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">A life of rich fulfillment comes to those who</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">are also thankful for the setbacks.</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Gratitude can turn a negative into a positive.</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Find a way to be thankful for your troubles,</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">And they can become your blessings.</span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: xx-small;">*Author unknown. 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Friday Frills

Be thankful that you don't already have everything you desire. If you did, what would there be to look forward to? Be thankful when you ...

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