18.2.11

LATEST MALE OBSESSION: Tyler Blackburn

Who he is...
Born October 12, 1986, Tyler is a twenty-something California native and prime-time television star on the rise.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF PIERRE AUROUX VIA PIERREAUROUX.NET & JOSH WILLIAMS VIA VINCEPATRICK.BLOGSPOT.COM


Where you've seen him...
Best known previously for playing the role of Ian on Days of Our Lives, Tyler is the newest addition to ABC Family's shamelessly addictive mystery series Pretty Little Liars.



Why we love him...
If the dark eyes, sly smirk and luscious locks don't reel you in, then the "troubled teenage bad boy begging to be tamed" angle, attributed to his PLL character Caleb, certainly will.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF PIERRE AUROUX VIA PIERREAUROX.NET & ILIJK.SK

8.9.10

MODEL MOMENT: Julia Wolters



Who she is...
Julia is a blonde haired, blue eyed, Dutch model that has been linked to such agencies as Wilma Wakker, Viva Paris, Why Not and Trump Models.

{PHOTO: COURTESY VIVA PARIS VIA http://www.thefashionspot.com}

Where you've seen her...
Most recently, Julia has been seen modeling Barbara Tfank's Fall 2010 RTW collection.

{PHOTOS: KEVIN STURMAN COURTESY OF BARBRA TFANK VIA http://www.style.com}

Why we love her...
Julia is an unconventional beauty. Her wide set eyes, full brows, and strong bone structure make it impossible to deny that she is simply lovely (and that she bears an uncanny resemblance to the forever stunning Jackie O.).

14.1.10

The Globes: A Golden Opportuntiy for Glamour


Best Actress in a Motion Picture Drama: Emily Blunt - The Young Victoria

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Emily's youthful beauty and slender frame lend her to many options this awards season; the best of which come from Reem Acra's Pre-Fall 2010 collection. Her form flattering, flowing pieces are exquisitely detailed and suited for royalty. Critics choice: the sparkling amethyst frock, fit for a queen.


Best Actress in A Motion Picture Drama/Comedy or Musical: Sandra Bullock - The Blind Side/The Proposal

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Michael Kors makes classy fun and fierce with this cleverly cut leopard print gown. Undoubtedly one of the most memorable dresses to come out of Pre-Fall 2010, this would be utter perfection on such a strong, standout actress as Sandra.


Best Actress in a Motion Picture Drama: Helen Miren - The Last Station

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Acra continues to amaze with this show stopping number. What would likely overwhelm the average starlet, would gorgeously grace the shoulders of Helen Miren. However, a deeper neckline would be a nice touch to Miren's coveted curves.


Best Actress in a Motion Picture Drama: Carey Mulligan - An Education

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Simply lovely. Carry Mulligan has an understated beauty about her that is best paired with something soft and feminine. J. Mendel's dusty blue vintage inspired piece from Spring 2010 RTW would be breathtaking on her petite pixie like frame, but the emerald Malandrino, also a Spring 2010 RTW, beckons visions of Michelle Williams circa 2006 in Vera Wang.



Best Actress in a Motion Picture Drama: Gabourey Sidibe - Precious

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What better way to top off Gabourey Sidibe's whirlwind Cinderella story than with this Oscar De La Renta Pre-Fall 2010? The fitted deep maroon and sequin bodice blossoms effortlessly into a blushing pink ball gown that would make any princess green with envy.


Best Actress in a Motion Picture Comedy or Musical: Marion Cotillard - Nine

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It is difficult, if not impossible, when dealing in fashion to consider Miss Cotillard and not immediately direct ones thoughts towards Mr. John Galliano. Her sultry appeal is an excellent pairing to this seductively sheer and feminine design from Galliano's Spring 2010 RTW collection.


Best Actress in a Motion Picture Comedy or Musical: Julia Roberts - Duplicity

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Make no mistake, Julia Roberts will forever be vintage Valentino. Yet, if ever there was a master capable of dethroning another, it would be De La Renta. Every single piece from his Pre-Fall 2010 collection is worthy of a red carpet showing, but this black ensemble in particular deserves a golden ticket that only Julia can offer.


Best Actress in a Motion Picture Comedy or Musical: Meryl Streep - Julie and Julia/It's Complicated

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Let's face it, she is the best the business has to offer. Meryl could show up to the Globes in a Juicy Couture track suit and no one would dare fault her for it. Lucky for us, while managing never to go over the top, Ms. Streep always meets the bar when it comes to awards attire. On her, this black off the shoulder gown from Elle Saab's Spring 2010 RTW would "quietly, clearly, and authoritatively demand..." our attention.


All collection photos courtesy of http://www.style.com


"That's all." - Meryl Streep








18.10.09

Balmain By Day and Night







Balmain (from top to bottom) S/S 2010 and A/W 2009

Despite assistance from the likes of such masterful designers as Oscar de la Renta, Balmain has not seen such glorious reception from the industry elite and starlets alike since its prime in the post WWII era. Since being appointed to the label in 2005, Christophe Decarin's combination of grunge and glamour, military and metallic, structured and scandalously short, has quickly begun bringing Balmain back into the fashion forefront. Below are just a couple of ways to take his edgy interpretation of chic from runway to reality.


Balmain by Day and Night

Balmain by Day and Night by quinnmelia featuring Balmain







Out and About in Balmain (from top to bottom) Victoria Beckham and Rhianna