textile and fashion: 2012

LAS VEGAS (AP) — A 20-year-old Boston University sophomore and a self-described "cellist-nerd" brought the Miss Universe crown back to the United States for the first time in more than a decade when she won the televised contest Wednesday.

Olivia Culpo beat out 88 other beauty queens from six continents at the Planet Hollywood casino on the Las Vegas Strip to take the title from outgoing champion Leila Lopes of Angola.

Culpo wore a tight navy blue mini-dress with a sequined bodice as

Monday, December 17, 2012

Miss World National Costume Show 2012

Miss Universe 2012 contestants parade in the National Costume Show at PH Live in the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas on 14 December 2012. 88 of the 89 delegates showcased trends and traditions from their own countries but Miss Sweden did not participate. which will be held on December 19.

Turquoise New Winter Collection 2013

Turquoise New Winter Collection 2013 For Women
Turquoise style within you

Rabiya Mumtaz Fall Winter Collection 2013

Rabiya Mumtaz Fall Winter Collection 2013 For Women

Thursday, December 13, 2012

Sana Salman Winter Collection 2013

Sana Salman Winter Collection 2013 For Women

LSM Winter Marina Shawl Collection 2013

LSM Winter Marina Shawl Collection 2013 For Women

L’atelier Autumn Winter Women Dresses Collection 2013

L’atelier Autumn Winter Women Formal Dresses Collection 2013
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Model : Neha Ahmed
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Wednesday, December 12, 2012

ZABZ Fancy Dress

ZABZ Stitching Huose is a fashion provider of Pakistan and it was founded in the year 2007 with the passion of taking innovation and creativity within the industry. ZABZ gives its consumers some awesome clothing stuff that not only caters need but gives comfort with durability. Recently ZABZ has unveiled latest women collection that is trendy, stylish and stunning. Women can wear the dresses causally in various causal events and in universities. Colours are not common and gives women attractive

Saturday, December 8, 2012

Latest Semi Formal Dresses Collection 2012-13

Zahra Khayyam Latest Semi Formal Dresses Collection 2012-13

Beautiful Formal Wear Dresses 2012-13

Beautiful Formal Wear Dresses 2012-13 by Umar Batul Pretline

Friday, December 7, 2012

Ayesha Adnan Wedding and Prom Dresses Collection 2012-2013

Ayesha Adnan Wedding and Prom Dresses 2012-2013 for Women

Feeha Jamshed Winter Catalog

Feeha Jamshed Winter Best Catalog of Western Wear

Thursday, December 6, 2012

Rang Ja Catalog

Rang Ja Catalog of Beautiful Designer Wear for Women and girls

FASHION ALERT
Lots of clothes will feature embellishments like crystals, gem encrusted silks, glossy brocades,
pailletes and beads and baroque embroidery Fabrics are luxurious like velvet and soft leather which is
sometimes embroidered. But dont overdo the opulence!

Mast by Rang Ja coming soon

Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Timma Wear for Winter and Autumn 2013-2014

Silky is The New Timma Wear for Winter and Autumn 2013 and 2014

Best Couture Designs of Going 2012

Best Couture Designs of Going 2012 from Faraz Manan for Women and Girls

Winter is Khaadi’s Special Silk and Khaddar

This Winter is Khaadi’s Special Silk and Khaddar Treatment for Wo.
Khaadi Pre Winter Collection 2012

Friday, November 16, 2012

Men’s velvet clothing: autumn / fall essential

Men’s velvet is by no means a new trend; it has been a fabric of choice for the most fashion forward gents for some time now. And yet so many still opt for the wool suit, or sports coat, over the velvet one. To their detriment. Wool, no matter the thread count, remains the safe option. Velvet is the sexualised one.So here’s the challenge for the autumn / fall 2012 fashion season: don the velvet. Invest in it. Wear it with confidence. Stand out.And don’t forget: if you want to keep up to

I Wool Love You – just keep me warm this winter

Winter has its comforts. Those things that – even on the chilliest of days – alleviate the gloom, shining like a ray of light through the seemingly infinite cold, splintering our vision of its iciness with the warming cracks of romance. Those beacons of wintry positivity are things like big mugs of hot chocolate or spicy mulled wine, the perfect trench coat worn with wellingtons, the rain watched from the safety of a doorway, the smell of candles and log fires. The things that give winter

Keira Knightley in Burberry

Keira Knightley has always been such a stunner and we expected nothing less from the British actress when she showed up for her Tonight Show interview in LA. The Anna Karenina star looked gorgeous in an emerald green Burberry Prorsum dress. Fresh from the Burberry spring / summer 2013 collection, the dress features a mermaid silhouette and overall lace.

Paired with nude pumps and natural make-up, she was truly a sight to behold.
Photo courtesy Burberry.Written by Melanie Lim.
Melanie is

Keeping it in the colour family

The art of colour blocking can be tricky as one must need to know which colours go well together and which ones clash. The bolder the colours, the more careful you have to be in choosing which ones to match. No matter how fab your outfit is, if the chosen colours are wrong, then it can just ruin the whole effect. If in doubt, there are some guidelines you can follow.

The key to color blocking is choosing up to 3 colours you can use in your outfits. Choosing colours in the same colour

Blonde, beautiful, and dangerously yours

The protagonist of Dangerously Yours is what you might get if you rolled James Bond, Moneypenny, and Pussy Galore into one. Part secretary, part spy, wholly dangerous: she’s a timely lead in the wake of Skyfall, the latest James Bond film to hit screens and one that’s garnering much acclaim. But she’s one that was also inspired by other cinematic thrillers and spy adventures. With her elegant blonde hair, model Sand Van Roy could easily be a classic Hitchcock heroine, embroiled in some

5 of the best headphones: your gift-buying guide

The general notion of the “best gift ever”, especially from a guy’s point of view, wraps its concept around two main aspects that – once covered – lead straight to making someone extremely happy. The gift has to be manly enough to make him feel comfortable while receiving the wrapped package for one, but it has to also be personal, unexpected and quite useful, for it to not end up forgotten in the darkest corner of the room.
The missing puzzle piece from this scenario would make for

How to: textured wet-look ponytail

Ponytails will never go out of style. This classic hairstyle is always appealing because it’s easy to do and goes well with almost anything. When hairstylists do their thing and get creative, they update a classic look like the ponytail to give it a more modern twist. Ponytail updates are always something to look forward to, like this urban textured ponytail we spotted on the models of the Reed Krakoff spring / summer 2013 show.The man behind this look is Redken Creative Consultant Guido

Makeup trends & tutorials: Autumn / Winter 2012

Bright red lips and bare eyes? Or dark, grungy eyes and bare lips? Perhaps a dramatic black liner, or a haze of smokey metallic shadow. Fall 2012's fashion trends take in a variety of eras and decades and themes, so there’s no reason your accompanying makeup looks can’t do the same.
Below you’ll find a round-up of the fall 2012 beauty looks to know this season. And if you don’t want to miss any updates be sure to subscribe to Fashionising.com’s newsletter and follow us on

Princesse Tam Tam spring preview

It’s hard to put a finger, or rather an adjective, on exactly what it is about Princesse Tam Tam that works so well. It’s a brand steeped in that typically French effortlessness, and yet there’s always a girlish whimsy at the heart of it. You get the sense that the Princesse Tam Tam girl has perpetually just rolled out of bed and is all too happy to lounge about in her underwear or pyjamas.This preview of the brand’s spring 2013 collection conveys something of that. There’s the ease

Emma Stone wears Burberry to the CFDA/Vogue Awards

In a midnight blue peplumed bustier and green sequinned skirt, Emma Stone was looking two parts mermaid one part forest nymph as she attended the 9th annual CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Awards in New York yesterday. The Burberry outfit was in line with the kind of effortless yet glamorous style Stone is making herself known for.Image via @burberry on Twitter.Written by Tania Braukämper.Some people's wardrobes are about a small selection of pieces that all fit within one aesthetic - Tania Braukamper

And the winner is… Curvy Couture model winner announced

Sometimes the response to a campaign is far more overwhelming than a brand could have anticipated. Such is the case for the Simone Perele X BGM Models ‘Curvy Couture’ Model search, which had unprecedented support. Votes poured in for the five finalists and as of yesterday a winner has been announced.
In an exciting twist, and due to the overwhelming support and demand for the curvy-figured models, BGM has decided to offer representation to all 5 girls. Booking enquiries for the models can

Cartier Juste Un Clou: fine jewellery that’s tough as nails

They say a diamond is a girl’s best friend, but what if that girl doesn’t need to rely on a sparkly rock to rule the world, and what if she has a keen eye for the slightly edgier and far more unusual pieces of jewelry that undoubtedly are still iconic and fashionably relevant? Luckily, Cartier managed to put an end to this debate with their luxurious, yet astonishingly bold collection inspiredly entitled Juste Un Clou (‘Just A Nail’).
The deluxe collection built upon the unexpected, yet

Hairstyles for spring 2013: the best trends, cuts and styles

Twice a year, as the new fashion seasons begin, each of us has the perfect excuse to freshen our personal sense of style. But while we all tend to focus on discovering, considering and sampling the latest clothes and accessories, it’s our hair that will be making a statement each and every day.For men and for women, from colours to cuts, after the break we’ll take you through the key hairstyles and trends that compliment spring 2013's fashion trends.As the season nears we’ll continue to

Fashgasm 14.11.2012

Written by Daniel P Dykes.Late one Oxford night Daniel P Dykes set about creating a fashion publication that would go someway to being an arbiter on fashion as it appeals to the emerging power generations: those who don't remember a world without the Internet and for whom work plays second fiddle to pleasure. And so Fashionising.com was born as a publication for those who were focussed not just on fashion's trends, but on society's too, and how those trends could all go to heighten the art of

Fashgasm 15.11.2012

Review: Estee Lauder Quick-Thick Liquid Liner

Leaving the house without a wing of eyeliner – for me – would be kind of like leaving the house in my pyjamas. I’m underdressed and incomplete without it.
Ordinarily I stick to eyeliners that are three things: black, liquid, and soft-tipped. I go for pens rather than wet eyeshadows and brushes, unless I’m mixing up colour, because – well – they’re less effort.
That said I’m open to experimenting with anything I can paint onto my eyelids so to mix it up I recently got my hands

Sensuality and solitude

Vivienne Mok‘s work is always pretty, always feminine; filled as they are with those objects of girlish fancy like tulle and chiffon, lace and roses. This is where it crosses over into the sensual, the sheer fabric exposing bare skin, the natural beauty of bed hair and no makeup.

Shot for S Magazine, this portrait of model Charo is one where Mok was behind the photography, styling, hair and makeup. You can view the full shoot by Vivienne Mok (viviennemok.blogspot.com) by clicking on

Lara Stone is pregnant

It’s been announced that Lara Stone is indeed pregnant, with her husband David Walliams confirming the news in a tweet:
“Some wonderful news. My beautiful wife Lara is pregnant. We are having a baby! It is due next year and we both couldn’t be happier. Dx”

Whether that means a break for Lara, or some baby-bump magazine covers, we’re yet to see. Congratulations go out to the couple. Expect a child that’s both ridiculously beautiful and funny.Written by Tania Braukämper.
Some

Just add sequins

There’s a world going on underground

Those who have never set foot inside Melbourne’s House of Maximon could find themselves dizzyinly disorientated by this shoot: it could just as easily be set in the neon-lit bowels of Tokyo, or of some unearthly underworld, as the gritty laneways of Melbourne. And it’s a perfect backdrop, for a shoot that dives headfirst into all things nocturnal and experimental, for a shoot that mixes neon lights, religious iconography and skeleton bones with the edgy styling by Bianca Christoff. Sara

Monday, October 22, 2012

FPW Fashion Pakistan Week October 2012 karachi gets off to a fashionable start international designers to promote Pakistani designers

KARACHI, Oct 21: Fashion Pakistan Week is organised by the FP council, an alliance created by international designers to promote Pakistani designers and a special thanks to its board members, Sultana Siddiqui and Style 360 for their continuous support.

This was announced before the shows began with Sonya Battla showcasing her Spring/Summer 2013 line with key sharp colours, zardozi, flowy silhouettes and block prints in a signature collection. Vertical panelled shirts in silks and

Sunday, October 21, 2012

Ask CF: How do I Dress for Fall in Warm Climates?

Written by Jessica - UCLA
Photo Credit

Welcome to the latest edition of Ask CF! Every two weeks, we select a reader fashion question and answer it here on the site. Do you have a specific fashion question for us? Scroll to the bottom of this post to learn how to send it our way!

Dear CF,
I’m totally loving all the fall outfits you guys are posting; it’s getting me so pumped for the cold! However, I’m in school in central Florida, and it’s still 85 degrees here, WAY too hot here

Class to Night Out: Peplum Dress

Do you struggle with transforming your outfits from day to night? Don’t worry, CF is here to help turn that daily annoyance into a fun challenge. Class to Night Out focuses on one piece per week, and aims to help you take your look from study sessions in the library to dancing the night away.
Ah, peplum. It seems like ages ago that this trend was considered a bit of a fashion risk – as you’ve probably noticed, this sophisticated silhouette has been

Coupons & Sales: Week of 10/12/11

Written by Zephyr - CF Editor

Aeropostale is offering $25 off your purchase of $100 or more with code OCT25AERO through 10/14.
Alloy will give you 20% off any order with code APR2.
ASOS is offering 10% off all sale items through Tuesday, 10/16 with code MEGA10. Offer is valid on sale items only, up to a maximum of $850.
Banana Republic has the following offer: Starting 10/12, shop BananaRepublic.com for 25% off a purchase of $150 or more! Use code BRSHOP25 at

Class to Night Out: Graphic Sweater

Written by Carina - Ohio University
Sweaters: 1, 2

Do you struggle with transforming your outfits from day to night? Don’t worry, CF is here to help turn that daily annoyance into a fun challenge. Class to Night Out focuses on one piece per week, and aims to help you take your look from study sessions in the library to dancing the night away.
Want to make a bold statement without sacrificing warmth this season? A graphic sweater could be the perfect

Celebrity Street Style of the Week: Stacy Keibler, Olivia Palermo, & Karolina Kurkova

Written by Demi - University of Maryland

Every week, I scour the web to find inspiring outfits on your favorite celebs and help you recreate their looks! This week, I was inspired by Stacy Keibler, Olivia Palermo, and Karolina Kurkova. Read on to see how you can get their looks for yourself.Photo: Pacific Coast News

Stacy Keibler took to the streets of New York in a fun, colorful, and slightly preppy look, wearing light orange skinny jeans, a navy pea coat, a striped navy sweater,

Taylor Swift to Collaborate with Keds

It was recently announced that Taylor Swift signed a three year partnership deal with Keds that will encompass everything from footwear collaborations and multimedia campaigns.
For her first duty as the company’s new spokesperson, Swift designed a limited-edition sneaker that will be released later this month. Inspired by her upcoming album “Red”, Swift designed crimson-colored classic Keds adorned with the album’s logo.
According to WWD, the limited-edition RED Keds are priced

Fabulous Find of the Week: Target Damask Print Skirt

Written by Ashley - Flagler College Ornate patterns are going to be everywhere this fall and winter, so for this week’s Fabulous Find, we’ve found an inexpensive and stylish printed piece you can rock all season long. This navy blue skirt with gold damask detailing can easily be dressed up or down, making it a versatile addition to your wardrobe. The best part? It’s available at the ever-stylish Target for just under $17!Simply scroll on down to check out the skirt as well as some

Coupons & Sales: Week of 10/19/12

Written by Zephyr - CF Editor

Aeropostale is offering an extra 30% off clearance items with code 30OFFOCT through 10/21.
Alloy.com will give you 20% off any order with code APR2.
Banana Republic has the following offer: Shop BananaRepublic.com and save 25% off your purchase or save 30% off when you use your GapCard, Old Navy Card, or BananaCard. Use Code BRCREATE at checkout. Offer ends 10/21. Restrictions apply. Click here for the restriction list.
Calvin Klein is having a Friends &

Halloween DIY: Skull Cutout Tee

Written by Tori - Texas Christian University

Every Halloween, I always want to dress up without “dressing up”, especially since I’m usually out doing things where being in costume would not be appropriate.
In an effort to recycle another old t-shirt into something new (see past tutorials on making an inverted dye tee shirt, painted galaxy tee, and screen print college tee), I decided to make a skull cutout tee shirt. This is any easy way to turn an old t-shirt into something that is

Penelope Cruz covers Vogue Spain

It’s a dramatic cover for Vogue Spain’s November 2012 issue, with Penelope Cruz wearing Armani Privé dress and an intense expression, photographed in back and white by Tom Munro.
Written by Tania Braukämper.
Some people's wardrobes are about a small selection of pieces that all fit within one aesthetic - Tania Braukamper isn't such a person. With a wardrobe that spans three different rooms, her approach to fashion is a mixture of current-season key pieces mixed with vintage finds

Doutzen Kroes & diamonds equals Grace Kelly

When she’s not in a bikini baring rock hard abs for Victoria’s Secret, Doutzen Kroes can have all the softness of melted butter. It’s a rare chameleon-like feat, and it works wonders for the Holiday 2012 campaign for Tiffany & Co in which Kroes – in a diamond necklace and tiara – could pass as something of a modern day Grace Kelly.

The campaign also stars Grace Gao as photographed by Michael Thompson.Written by Tania Braukämper.
Some people's wardrobes are about a small

Models being sued $1 million by ex-agency

While models are suing agencies for withholding payment, the converse is also in the news today with an agency suing two models. Ford models is reportedly suing Alana Zimmer, 25, and Karolina Waz, 18, for jumping ship to a rival agency.
Alana Zimmer on the runway at Jean Paul Gaultier
“The suit seeks $2 million in damages from Women, and $1 million each from Zimmer and Waz,” the NY Post reports.Written by Tania Braukämper.
Some people's wardrobes are about a small selection of pieces that

Nina Jarebrink channels the femme fatale for fall

The more I know of love, the less I know… purrs Kitty Collins, played by Ava Gardner, in the 1946 film The Killers. That moment, and that seminal character of the femme fatale, were central to Nina Jarebrink’s dramatic fall 2012 collection.
You can see it in the fabrics; the plush velvet and luxurious furs, the sheer chiffon and glittering gold-flecked jersey. But with her wedged patent ankle boots and boldly geometric jewellery, Jarebrink’s fall 2012 woman is certainly the modern update

Custom suit lining: any picture you want inside your jacket

What is it about beautiful, printed lining that makes such a difference to our love of a jacket? You might say it’s the very fact that it’s not meant to be seen, that it’s like a little secret to be kept to yourself; or that it shows that no detail is left unattended, and that everyone else gets a hint of that fact when a sleeve gets rolled back or when you reach for your inside pocket.
Adding another level of intrigue to that hidden glory is the offering of customised suit lining. Sure

Perfectly pretty: Luize Salmgrieze

If the word ‘perfect’ scrawled across Elle Russia’s October 2012 issue refers to model Luize Salmgrieze and her softly beautiful makeup look, then it’s hard not to agree.

The cover was shot by Kayt Jones.Written by Tania Braukämper.
Some people's wardrobes are about a small selection of pieces that all fit within one aesthetic - Tania Braukamper isn't such a person. With a wardrobe that spans three different rooms, her approach to fashion is a mixture of current-season key

Kate Moss covers Centrefold

Kate Moss is still never too far from the fashion world, or the covers of magazines. She stars on the 8th issue of Centrefold, for fall / winter 2012, as photographed by Venetia Scott.
Written by Tania Braukämper.
Some people's wardrobes are about a small selection of pieces that all fit within one aesthetic - Tania Braukamper isn't such a person. With a wardrobe that spans three different rooms, her approach to fashion is a mixture of current-season key pieces mixed with vintage finds

Girls and cars, the perennial classic

Girls and cars are a timeless combination, especially when the girl is naturally beautiful and the car happens to be a classic Mustang. That’s the ever so elegantly simple concept behind Thomas Babeau’s (thomasbabeau.com) latest shoot, titled simply Noir. It’s not ‘noir’ as you might think of the word, but it does have a certain cinematic appeal.

An accompanying video shows black and white footage of model Oktawia Braun doubling the purpose of her car as a wardrobe and

A covergirl at 91 years old: Iris Apfel

Breaking the young-model mould, Dazed & Confused features 91 year old eccentric Iris Apfel on its November 2012 cover.

The cover and editorial were photographed by Jeff Bark.Written by Tania Braukämper.
Some people's wardrobes are about a small selection of pieces that all fit within one aesthetic - Tania Braukamper isn't such a person. With a wardrobe that spans three different rooms, her approach to fashion is a mixture of current-season key pieces mixed with vintage finds

Fashgasm 17.10.2012

American beauty with a Harajuku twist: Schön! Magazine

Ashley Smith stars in another of Schön! Magazine‘s cinematic 19th issue shoots, this one going by the name American Beauty. The title may be a nod to cinema, but the shoot openly confesses to being born in praise of Ashley Smith herself, the American model du jour.
The bold makeup is part Geisha, park punk. When paired with Jessica Bobince’s glamourously maximalist styling, Smith may be an American beauty but you could easily mistake her for a Harajuku girl.

Photographed by Naomi

Models launch a class action lawsuit against underpaying agencies

It has been reported by the New York post that a class action lawsuit has been brought against several major modelling agencies, who have been accused of wrongfully withholding money from models.
The article claims:

Top-notch agencies such as Wilhelmina, Ford and Elite Models Management gave inaccurate financial statements, concealed funds received on their clients’ behalf, and used models’ money for other expenses, the court papers say.
The models lost a collective $20 million to the

In the hands of The Fates

Are we in charge of our own fate? Or is there someone, some white-robed shadow, tugging on the strings of our destiny and deciding the course of our lives?
In Greek Mythology the Moirai were destiny incarnate, three fates controlling the thread of every mortal life from birth to death. Clotho to spin the thread, Lachesis to measure it, and Atropos to cut it when the end has come.

Inspired by both the mythology of the fates and the theatrical nature of the Ancient Greek tales is this

Shine like a star

Shine like a star. The title of Evgeny Fist’s (evgenyfist.com) shoot says it all: for if ever there was an item of clothing that aspired for the stars it surely must be the sequin dress.
Fist captures the stellar effect of light on metallic embellishments with plays on exposure, creating streams of light around a dress like trails from shooting stars.

Featuring model Valeria Shkalova, you can see all of Evgeny Fist’s shoot by clicking on the thumbnails.Written by Tania

Saturday, October 20, 2012

Pantene Bridal Couture Week LAHORE October 2012 Day 1, 2, 3, 4 pictures

LAHORE: Day 2 of the Pantene Bridal Couture Week followed a mehendi theme that could be observed in the décor of not only the red carpet and entrance area but also the ramp.

As the extravagance of the theme set the mood at the red carpet, the collections themselves were a great disappointment. Instead, the showstoppers of the night were indeed the highlight of an otherwise uneventful evening. Bodybeat Productions presented a prolonged mehendi performance featuring Hassan Rizvi, who wore a

Thursday, October 18, 2012

Carine Roitfeld makes the move to Harper’s Bazaar

After it was goodbye between Carine Roitfeld and Conde Nast, the world wondered what she’d do next. Not one to take a break, Roitfeld launched her own CR Fashion Book. But if that wasn’t enough to keep her busy, Hearst Magazine’s have now snapped her up as the Global Fashion Director of Harper’s Bazaar.

Says the magazine’s website:

Harper’s BAZAAR is thrilled to announce style icon Carine Roitfeld as global fashion director for the magazine. Roitfeld will produce a limited amount

Tomboy hairstyles to rock right now

Much like fashion trends, the hair trends of 2012 have been strongly influenced by the styles on the runway. And in our numerous interviews with hair teams backstage at the shows, particular words have been bandied about again and again, a common thread of inspiration between shows in every city.
One of those words was tomboy. Boyish, another. Whether its the hairstyles for fall 2012 or those beyond into the warmer months, it’s hard to ignore the amount of effortless, cool, boyish hairstyles

Cara Delevingne theatrical for Chanel’s resort campaign

The theatrical Chanel resort 2013 collection bordered on costume, playing to the odd combination of French Revolution and modern punk. Cara Delevingne also features in the collection’s campaign – shot of course by Karl Lagerfeld – and in this instance the opulent backdrop actually makes the collection seem more at home.
You can view a second image from the campaign after the break.

Written by Tania Braukämper.
Some people's wardrobes are about a small selection of pieces

Codie Young is the rope-bound secretary

Fifty Shades of Grey may have bolstered hardware store sales of rope, but this shoot from Schön! Magazine‘s 19th issue hints at the 2002 film starring Maggie Gyllenhaal: both take the title Secretary.
Codie Young stars as the girl being dominated in photographer Billy Nava’s rope-filled fantasy. But unlike other shoots we’ve seen that dabble in the arts of Japanese Shibari (Lara Stone for Visionaire and Taryn Adreatta by Nicolas Guerin, to name a few) this one doesn’t incorporate

Sessilee Lopez in Treats! Magazine

Treats! Magazine‘s aesthetic is one that needs no introduction. It’s one where nudity and sensuality are inextricably tied to fashion, where style begins with the body, where the concept of the erotic gets reinvented time and again.
Heralding in the release of Treats!’ fourth issue is another of those shoots featuring unabashed nudity celebrating the body as a thing of beauty. Sessilee Lopez is fiercely styled by Vanessa Geldbach into lingerie pieces from Kiki de Montparnasse, Louboutin

The jetsetting male

It’s a male literary archetype desired by many but perfected by few, epitomised best in Ian Flemming’s James Bond. He’s a jetsetter, the man who’s tough and yet refined, who lives life with equal parts adventure and luxury.
In another new shoot for Fashionising.com, photographer Kelly Defina set about creating a vision of that desirable lifestyle. Model Zac J is dashing in a sharp suit or in denim and a pair of aviators – either way, from the wheel of a car to the seat of a plane,

Beauty inspiration from Constance Jablonski: weekend watch

It’s not new, but when it started doing the rounds again online we couldn’t help but be suckered into Constance and the kittens for Vogue Italia all over again.
Directed by Greg Kadel, this short film tells us a story of sumptuous luxury. Soft, operatic music provides the perfect soundtrack to the film’s mix of playful romance and extravagance, while the come-hither stare of Constance Jabolnski pulls you in and makes you envious of the glamorous lifestyle she is living.

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Save the date for Fashion Week Australia

Australian Fashionisers can now pencil in a date for 2013's Australian fashion week (MBFWA) with today’s announcement placing the event from the 8th to the 12th of April, nearly a month earlier then previous years. The announcement also confirms the move away from the event’s previous home at Circular Quay to the newly refurbished Carriageworks and a merger with the Premiere trade fair.

You can view all previous coverage on our dedicated Australian fashion week page.

Born to be a model: video

There were all born to be models, but its Anja Konstantinova‘s pint-sized bombshell body that steals the show in this video for French Revue De Modes. Born To Be A Model was directed by Thierry Le Gouès for the magazine’s 21st issue, and features – alongside Australian Anja – Ashley Smith, Ava Smith, Chrystal Copland, Deimante Misiunaite, Heidi Mount, Irina Denisova, Keilani Asmus, Merethe Hopland, Tian Yi and Vika Falileeva.
Watch the video after the break.
Written by Tania

Faceless beauty stalks the pages of Schon

Edgy, sexy, visually compelling. All adjectives that apply, unfailingly, to Pierre Dal Corso’s (pierredalcorso.com) work. His latest shoot strikes its magic into the pages of Schon Magazine’s 19th issue, with model Jessiann Gravel morphing from strong-featured beauty into anonymous mannequin depending on Emeline Piot’s styling.

If the mention of anonymity seems a strange one, click through the shoot and you’ll see what we mean, as Gravel models everything from a face-covering

Anja Rubik for Saint Laurent

He dropped the Yves and kept the Saint Laurent, and debuted a spring collection that seemed to turn models into 1970s style icons.And the first new campaign by Hedi Slimane for the brand has that Dandy-meets-rock’n'roll vibe in volumes, starring Anja Rubik in all black and white outfits against an opulent, Parisien looking backdrop.View more from the Saint Laurent campaign, photographed by Hedi Slimane, by clicking on the gallery.Written by Tania Braukämper.Some people's wardrobes are about

Arizona Muse puts on the boyish charm

The word flawless springs to mind upon seeing this cover for the first time. That’s courtesy of Arizona Muse’s unblemished skin, the slicked hair with not a strand out of place, and the sharpness of her dandy-ish androgynous outfit. Vogue Russia kept the background, thankfully, plain white, taking nothing away from Arizona’s boyish charm.

The cover was photographed by Richard Bush for the magazine’s November 2012 issue.Written by Tania Braukämper.
Some people's wardrobes are

Beauties in the bath

When it comes to the colder months some photographers just sit and pine for sunshine. That however isn’t the case with Weronika Kosinska (weronikakosinska.com). When it gets cold Weronika takes her considerable photography talent inside into the warmth and what better way to escape the cold then to slip into a bath. Showcasing the talents of Agnieszka & Samia, Weronika takes the decadence of a bath to the next level replacing bubbles with beauty.

Retouching on the shoot was done

Victoria’s Secret fantasy bra released

Victoria’s Secret’s annual ‘fantasy bra’ is either brilliantly luxurious or preposterously extravagant, depending on who you ask. But the thing it always is, without fail, is a successful marketing tactic. Who can resist having a peek at what a 2.5 million dollar bra could possibly look like?

This year it looks like a (comparatively) understated floral design, created by London Jewelers of New York from nearly 5,200 precious gems. There’s everything from sapphines and rubies

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Of Course Lindsay Lohan Is Voting For Mitt Romney [Video]

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Even when you live in a snow globe full of vodka and cocaine, the job crisis weighs heavily on your mind, as proven by Lindsay Lohan last night when she went out to promote a ginseng drink in Los Angeles. When asked who she plans to back in the election, she replied: "I just think employment is really important right now. So, as of now, Mitt Romney. As of now."
Not to harp on Stacey Dash's much-ballyhooed Republican endorsement, but now the two of them can dress

This Adorable Cat Is Either Begging Or Praying For More Food [Video]

Groveling for daily gruel, Oliver Twist-style, is not generally a cat's prerogative, which makes this grey, huge-eyed specimen very special. Not to mention polite! When my cat is hungry, she just pokes me in the face, then goes "Fuck you" and skulks away to wreak havoc on whatever seasonal chotchkes are sitting on my desk at the time. (The small gourds and pumpkins adorning it right now are not long for this world.)

Taking All Those iPhone Photos of Your Kid May Result In Their Crippling Self-Awareness [Kids These Days]

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The ol' Photo Booth portrait phase is a well-documented phenomenon for those of us who were in college within the last five years or so. Regrettably, in some cases, Duckface Was Made. And once in awhile, in awe of the sheer novelty (Sepia! Pop art! So many effects!) we even posted them to Facebook.
But children who are growing up amidst this flurry of self-documentation may be detrimentally affected by their easy access to proud parents' dozens of casual iPhone

Barbra Streisand Sang in Brooklyn Last Night and People Lost Their Minds [Video]

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Last night, Barbra Streisand did a show at the new Barclays Center in Brooklyn — her hometown — and it was a sold-out show with 19,000 folks in the seats. As the New York Times reports, she exclaimed, "I've come home at last!" It was a big deal for the 70-year-old EGOT winner, as Entertainment Weekly's Jessica Shaw points out:

The last time she did a solo show in Brooklyn, she told the cheering crowd, was when she was 8 and singing on a stoop on Pulaski

She's Covered in Blood and Shit Is on Fire: The Carrie Trailer Is Here [Video]

The film won't hit theaters until March of 2013, but the trailer for the remake of Carrie — based on the 1974 novel by Stephen King — has arrived. Like the 1976 film directed by Brian De Palma, this new version — starring Chloë Grace Moretz — features Carrie covered in blood. But that's all we get to see, for now. There aren't very many details in this trailer: A town is on fire and Carrie is pissed; someone in a voice over laments: "She wasn't some monster… She was just a

Everyone Pees, but Only Men Pee Crooked According to a New Book About Urine [Books]

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We receive a near-constant stream public relations material, most it ignorable, some of it pertinent, and an even smaller percentage of it, on rare and delightful occasions, so goofily irrelevant that it's worth sharing. Like this: Men Don't Pee Straight: And Other Things You Should Know About Us, which is a book that now exists in the world. It's just here now — there's nothing you can do about it except let its uric words wash over you. Or avoid it

Maxipad Company Replies to Man's Facebook Rant with Awe-Inspiring Sarcasm [Video]

Last week, a guy named Richard Neill posted a long, funny comment on UK maxipad maker Bodyform's Facebook page about how the company had lied to him through their advertising campaigns over the years, leading him to believe that periods involved a lot of blue liquid, extreme sports, and fun music. It received nearly 85,000 likes. Instead of ignoring it, Bodyform responded with the video above, featuring CEO Caroline Williams (played by an actress) apologizing to Richard personally,

Jill Zarin Reveals How She Manufactured Drama for Real Housewives Ratings [Video]

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A year after she was fired from The Real Housewives of New York City, Jill Zarin sat down for a one-on-one taped interview with Andy Cohen for Watch What Happens Live, where she confronted her former boss about why she got the ax, accused him of playing favorites among the Housewives, and divulged how she orchestrated dramatic events on the show to "make great TV."
Jill admitted that the sit-down was very cathartic for her, as she felt like she never got to

If It’s Not a Secret, It’s Not Safe: Girls, Boys and the Pleasure Paradox [Genderal Interest]

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The expectation that young women should be "sexy, but not sexual" –- or the Paris Paradox — isn't new. As the annual round of not-entirely-unjustified complaining about girls' Halloween costumes begins once more, the most popular solution seems to be one of the least helpful: urging young women to put their sexuality in temporary cold storage. If you want to be safe, we tell our girls, keep your desires (which we'd rather pretend you don't have in the first

First-Ever Abortion Clinic in Ireland to Open Next Week [Roe V World]

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An abortion clinic is set to open in Belfast next week. It will be the first of its kind in all of Ireland, but extreme anti-abortion groups could shut the service down before it has even opened its doors.
An "outraged" Bernadette Smyth, founder of the anti-abortion group Precious Life, vowed to pressure local politicians into refusing to grant the clinic an operating license. In a statement she said, "An organization which is making profits from the death of

Layering with turtlenecks: the menswear trick for fall

Polo-neck, roll-neck, turtleneck. Whatever you choose to call it, a high-necked sweater is something many men imagine as a throw back to the 1970s; a clothing item doomed to unsavoury tones of orange that gets paired with bad safari jackets and flares. But it’s also the realm of many a suave male icon: you need only look at Steve McQueen.
As far as men’s fashion in fall 2012 goes, this hit-or-miss piece of menswear is making a bold return. And it’s surprisingly easy to get it right this

How to spot a supermodel amoung models: weekend read

One male writer, uninitiated to the process of model castings, sat in on a September casting call session in Manhattan. He recorded his point of view for Time Magazine, discovering that beauty comes from all places but that not all models are quite created equal:
Image: Dan Nguyen for style.time.com

The turn around, like an about face in a military parade, appears to be the most challenging part. Each model has her own technique: some shift their heels to the side and step around where they

Reporting from Ghana fashion & design week: day 2

Following a successful day one of Ghana Fashion & Design week, day 2 saw a flurry of textures, a myriad of prints and a menagerie of styles that were spring / summer perfect.

Opening Day two was Brigitte Merki and her “Zauberhaft” collection, inspired by A Midsummer Night’s Dream, which featured natural references and whimsical designs which had a fairy-feel about them. Using a mixture of African cloth and lighter materials such as chiffon, Merki was able to create a range of

Naomi Campbell co-stars with a fluffy bunny

Animal motifs may be finding their way onto our fall 2012 clothing, but the real things haven’t gone unnoticed. From Magdalena for Pani to Naomi Campbell for Harper’s Bazaar Russia, seems fashion is always partial to a fluffy bunny or two.

Naomi’s cover is for Harper’s Bazaar Russia’s November 2012 issue.Written by Tania Braukämper.
Some people's wardrobes are about a small selection of pieces that all fit within one aesthetic - Tania Braukamper isn't such a person. With a

Havaianas get gumboots for their 50th birthday

If you have a pair of flip-flops in your closet it’s very likely that they are Havaiainas, but with winter just around the corner it’s most likely exactly where they’ll stay. It looks like though the traditionally summer brand is not at all happy with this state of affairs and so, for the first time in their 50 year history, Havaiana’s have – to turn a phrase – dipped their toe in a puddle. Teaming up with renowned British designer Matthew Williamson the brand has just made

How to: vintage rock-chic makeup

There’s truly something about vintage that we all love. Over the years, the looks of yesterday have provided designers a great source of inspiration. The runways today are filled with decade inspired collections that are given contemporary twists to better suit the woman of today. Nowadays, vintage not only inspires clothes but it also serves as a reference for makeup. More and more people are looking up the vintage ways of putting on makeup and the result oozes with gorgeousness and

Liza and the Ghost

There’s not a soul to be seen in Serge-Edouard’s (serge-edouard.com) latest shoot, bar for model Liza T. The unpopulated stretches of sand and empty structures give it the feeling of a beach after summer, when the chatter of holiday-goers voices have faded to echoes and footprints are washed away by the sea.

And while Liza T. bares a pin-ups body, topless, the shoot doesn’t feel particularly sensual. That’s part because there’s no-one around to see her, this private beach is

The pop of green

Mixing the old and new always has really interesting results and this look is no exception. The white floral lace dress is a timeless piece of clothing and when paired with the white tights, it became an ode to the 1960s. Though it is easy to get lost and just go with a whole vintage look, other items incorporated into this look provided a contrast that makes it really work.While the lace and the tights are very mod, the bright green shoulder bag brought a very modern pop to the whole outfit,

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, techno genius

Drawing what is perhaps a tentative link beween Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Transformers, and how gadgets can improve your life, is the October 2012 issue of Elle Indonesia. Another familiar Dolce & Gabbana outfit, the shot is from the same series as her recent Elle UK cover.

Both were shot by David Vasiljevic.Written by Tania Braukämper.
Some people's wardrobes are about a small selection of pieces that all fit within one aesthetic - Tania Braukamper isn't such a person. With a

From the woodlands: animal faces for fall

You must have seen them by now: furry faces, peeping out from the forests of fall 2012 fashion. They’re in shop windows, emblazoned across bags, roaring out of t-shirts or innocently snuggled into the fronts of autumn knits. Everywhere you look, animal prints have taken over.
And yet this is not animal prints as we usually think of them, not leopard prints or bold zebra stripes, not patterns. These are animal faces, animal motifs. The internet’s obsession with everything cute and furry

Keira, Mia, Rooney, Scarlett: four actresses, four decades

W Magazine’s latest cover story features not one but four leading ladies, each styled after a different decade. Keira Knightley, uncharacteristically bleached blonde, is the woman of the 2000s, Scarlett Johansson a punked up ’90s vixen, Mia Wasikowska embodies the glam ’80s and Rooney Mara the ’70s.
Though photographed by Steven Klein and styled by Edward Enninful these are oddly not the most flattering of pictures, though they could have been given the eras they represent. The bigger

Obsession and fixation: weekend watch

“Idée Fixe” is a wickedly sexy short film directed by Marcin Karski. The title translates to obsession and its a fitting one; the video enticing the viewer to be drawn into a fixation, an intensity, an obsession.

The haunting music, the lighting and the endless teasing of the model will keep you at the edge of your seat. The film is cleverly edited as it builds anticipation to showing some skin and then it suddenly cuts or blurs to another angle. There is actually just a little bit

The modern day Juliet wears noserings and floral underwear

Wildfox view the ’90s as a kind of magic decade – or at least they pull the magic out of the best parts of it when they design their collections. Romeo + Juliet, the DiCaprio + Danes version of ’96, regularly tops the list of the brand’s inspirations (the Wildfox fall 2012 campaign included).
So what does their modern-day Juliet wear underneath her Wildfox fall collection clothing? Wildfox White Label intimates, naturally. The intimates look book “was inspired by Juliet’s bedroom

Siren… of the silver screen

It’s the last surviving Grand hotel in Australia. And though the threat of being swallowed up by the glassy coldness of modern development looms, it hasn’t yet given up its heritage Victorian charm or its nickname of The Duchess of Spring Street.
And that’s what makes The Hotel Windsor in Melbourne such a perfect backdrop for a vintage-inspired shoot like this one. For the 29th issue of FASHIONTREND Magazine (fashiontrend.com.au) model Stephanie Murphy transforms into a sultry siren; a

Matched to the Chloe aesthetic

You could guess which show this was photographed at from the outfit: the cool effortlessness of the jumpsuit cut, the 1970s inspired colour palette, even the easy ponytail all scream CHLOE.

The cross-body handbag is great for accessorising where jewellery is absent, keeping the whole look minimal without being bland.
The shot was taken at the Tuileries after Chloe’s spring 2012 show at Paris fashion

How to: the messy half-up pompadour

High neck blouses, brocade and nipped waist dresses were the focus in Karen Walker’s fall 2012 collection. To add contrast to the Victorian romance vibe from the clothes was the ’50s style pompadour hair that was given a modern and messy twist. The half-up half-down messy hairstyle may scream rock ‘n’ roll but the mile high pompadour is all about being classic and timeless. If you need a new and quick way of styling your hair, scroll down to learn more about the modern messy pompadour

Weekend beauty: Kaye Waterhouse by Josie Withers

There are lingerie shoots that play to the boudoir side of the equation, and then there are those that capture a different kind of intimacy. The latter are often set in solitude, portraits of beauty that require no-one else’s approval or presence, just the comfort and confidence of being in one’s own skin.
This shoot by Josie Withers (josiewithersphotography.com) is one of that variety. Model Kaye Waterhouse wears a range of beautiful lingerie pieces from My Lingerie Addiction, styled by

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The sensuality of white

For some photographers, the true stying and concept isn’t dependent on what’s put on the model – it’s dependent on what’s brought out of her. The clothing can take a back seat to something that comes entirely from within.
The team behind 35mm fashion photography (http://35mmfashionphotography.com/) are one of those rare examples. They have a way of creating a mood that doesn’t rely on garments alone. In this shoot the concept is elegantly simple: angelic white pieces made from

Thank the killer heels

It’s the accessories that count in a look like this one. The killer heels. The double brass cuff visible beneath a sheer-sleeved top. The chunky knit scarf keeping it all at once cosy and effortless.
Thanks to those, the outfit may be all black but it still catches the eye.

Photographed by Imaxtree at Milan fashion week.Written by Tania Braukämper.
Some people's wardrobes are about a small selection of pieces that all fit within one aesthetic - Tania Braukamper isn't such a person.

Review: Groom Philly, the Philadelphia man’s best kept secret

A quality haircut is one of the best investments that the male fashioniser can make. If one takes the time to consider it, the amount of pressure to have a great haircut is astronomical: it has to complement every outfit, encapsulate your very complicated personality, and even make you look good when you’re not wearing anything else! That can be a rather hefty order to fill. Correspondingly, it is of the utmost importance to find a barber who truly understands that pressure and can deliver a

Miranda Kerr rocks a choppy blonde bob

The hair may not be real, but Miranda Kerr‘s beauty is. So suggests the title of her latest shoot for Vogue Italia – A Real Beauty – which was photographed by Tom Munro.
The atypically blonde hair, choppy and with a thick fringe, actually suits Kerr to a tee. But then, doesn’t everything?

The dark, smokey makeup is also a perfect accompaniment to a choppy dyed blonde bob. If it’s a hairstyle you’re considering, do be sure to master the beauty look.
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Lana Del Rey covers Tatler Russia

Fiery colours, bling and plenty of makeup: Lana Del Rey covers the November 2012 issue of Tatler Russia.

If the shot looks familiar, it’s probably because you’ve seen it before in Von Unwerth’s shoot of Del Rey for Vogue Italia.Written by Tania Braukämper.
Some people's wardrobes are about a small selection of pieces that all fit within one aesthetic - Tania Braukamper isn't such a person. With a wardrobe that spans three different rooms, her approach to fashion is a mixture of

Margiela for H&M: womenswear look book revealed

Many a high street-slash-designer collaboration has manifested in the form of a simplified, mainstream-accessible take on the designer’s aesthetic. Maison Martin Margiela for H&M hits shelves next month, and it doesn’t quite fit the formula. Instead it’s a re-editing of Margiela’s body of work. Flip through the look book after the break and you’ll notice iconic Margiela pieces from across the years, like a gallery retrospective re-cut into a capsule for high street

Isabeli Fontana: a noir drama in Schön! Magazine

The cover of Schön! Magazine‘s 19th issue features a black and white image of Isabeli Fontana, fur-trimmed coat thrown over her shoulders, hair curled, her name printed in large movie poster style first billing. Inside the issue the promise of a cinematic noir photoshoot is fulfilled; Isabeli the central character, the femme fatale.

And what a femme fatale Isabeli makes. It’s no wonder she gets cast in these roles with regularity, the modern day update on the Italianate bombshell

Sun and sand for Zimmermann swim: weekend watch

Sun, sand and water is all Benny Horne would need to film a sizzling hot swim campaign. Add to that mouth watering bikinis and a beautiful model, and you have one video campaign worthy of Australian swim label Zimmermann.
Shot in Tulum, Mexico, the video campaign shows Czech model Denisa Dvorakova happily traipsing and writhing around in the water in Zimmermann’s spring 2013 swimwear line.

The location, which looks like an undiscovered heaven on earth, fits perfectly with the bold

Monday, October 15, 2012

JJB Sports falls victim to UK downturn, 2,200 jobs go

LONDON - JJB Sports is closing the bulk of its stores with the loss of around 2,200 jobs, the latest British retailer to fall victim to a downturn in consumer spending after administrators found a buyer for only 20 of its shops. 2,200 jobs lostDebt-laden JJB said on Monday administrators KPMG had sold 20 stores to British retailer Sports Direct, controlled by Newcastle United soccer club owner Mike Ashley, in a 23.77 million pound ($38 million) deal that would save 550 jobs.However, despite

Unilever sees scope for more Russian deals: CEO

MOSCOW - Consumer goods giant Unilever (ULVR.L) (UNc.AS) sees scope for more deals on the Russian market, a year after its purchase of cosmetics maker Kalina doubled the group's non-food business in the country, its chief executive officer told Reuters. "There is no reason why in the future there might not be other opportunities for companies like ours to get together with some of the emerging Russian companies," Paul Polman said in a telephone interview.Paul Polman, CEOBut the maker of brands

Who's Next coincides with Mode City in July 2013

It is often difficult for a trade show to find good dates. Who's Next Prêt-à-Porter Paris bitterly experienced that in late June, early July when it took place during the first weekend of the summer sales in France. As a result, the show suffered a decline of 8.7% French visitors (-21% for visitors from outside of Paris!). Première Classe - Photo taken in June 2012To avoid a similar defection, show organizer WSN Développement has announced a date change. The salon will take place a week

Marwyn in talks to buy rubber boot maker Le Chameau

LONDON - Marwyn Management Partners PLC said on Tuesday it was in exclusive discussions with Paris-listed group Lafuma to buy Le Chameau SAS, a French manufacturer of high-end rubber boots favoured by the British royals. Le ChameauKate Middleton, Prince William and Prince Harry have been photographed this year sporting Le Chameau boots, bringing the French brand, founded in 1927 in rainy Normandy, into the fashion pages of glossy magazines.Le Chameau, whose handcrafted rubber boots sell for up

INTERVIEW with Nino Cerruti: "The consumer is both culprit and victim of the confusion on quality"

Nino CerrutiJust having celebrated his 82nd birthday, Nino Cerruti still holds a penetrating view of the market he saw prosper. Now head of the Lanificia Fratelli Cerruti mill, this fashion world figure was at the Première Vision trade show. It was an opportunity for FashionMag.com to talk to him about his thoughts on the changing notions of "fashion" and especially "luxury." He also discussed the growing role of high-tech fabrics and the influence of the major brands. FashionMag: How do you

Bollywood Stars at GQ Men Of The Year Awards 2012

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Top 5 Cruelty-Free Beauty Brands

Written by Marissa - Ohio State
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One of the most hotly debated phrases in the beauty industry today is the statement ‘not tested on animals’.
This term is often confusing and misleading because there are a wide range of definitions that exist for cruelty-free products. Some companies claim to be against animal testing and do not test their final products on animals, but instead test the individual ingredients on animals. Others just outsource the

Anything for a role, says Kunal Kapoor

Kunal Kapoor has got rid of his trademark beard for his role in “Luv Shuv Tey Chicken Khurana” and says that he is open to don even an unglamorous look for a film.“The director told me he wanted to cut my hair and beard, which I had… He wanted to try something new. There is a whole new look in the film,” said Kunal.“For me, the character is the most important. Whatever the script needs, we should do that. We should not think that just because a village setting or an NRI setting

Lataji gets birthday greetings from Pope Benedict XV1

Now here's one birthday greeting that doesn't come too easily. When Lata Mangeshkar turned 83 on Friday, she was delighted to receive birthday greetings from the Pope Benedict XV1 straight from the Vatican.Feeling duly honoured, Lataji said, "It was a very pleasant surprise. The Pope is the most prominent and revered leader of the Catholic Church. To hear from him on my birthday was not just expected, it was a rare privilege."Adding to her joy was the fact that the Pope'e greeting named her as

What to give a Chinese boss who has it all, or nothing?

HONG KONG - Giving gifts is crucial if you want to get ahead in Chinese politics or business, but what do you do when you don't know whether your boss is about to be promoted or tossed out of a job?
Judging by sales of certain luxury goods in the Chinese shopping heartland of Hong Kong, that's a conundrum facing more than a few well-heeled mainland visitors during the Golden Week holidays from October 1.
The break is a boom sales period for Hong Kong stores, but this year it's coinciding with

Summer comes to Paris with Kenzo, Kayrouz and Celine

PARIS, Sept 30, 2012 (AFP) - Bare feet, flip flops, sand, sun and tropical heat: Celine, Kenzo and Rabih Kayrouz brought a generous dose of summer to the Paris catwalks on Sunday, on day six of Paris Fashion Week.
Lebanon's Kayrouz dubbed his latest ready-to-wear line simply "Summertime", sending out his models barefoot down a sandy runway, to the sound of crashing waves and Janice Joplin's classic 1960s hymn to the summer season.
A model presents a creation by Maison Rabih Kayrouz during the

Kazakhstan gets first Saks Fifth Avenue store

NEW YORK - Saks Inc opened its first Saks Fifth Avenue store in Kazakhstan on Sunday, as the retailer seeks to tap a growing appetite for luxury in emerging markets. The tri-level, 91,000-square-foot (8,450-square-meter) store is located in the Esentai Shopping Mall, the first of its kind in Kazakhstan, Saks said in a news release.The mall is part of Esentai Park, a new development in Almaty that includes luxury residential and commercial towers as well as a five-star hotel that is expected to

A crisp summer morning with Stella McCartney

PARIS - Crisp and fresh, Stella McCartney on Monday sent out a ready-to-wear wardrobe both sexy and sensible, perfect for stepping out on a sunny summer morning, as she opened day seven of Paris Fashion Week.
Stella McCartney - SS 2013 / Photo: PixelFormula
As always, Sir Paul McCartney turned out for his daughter's spring-summer show staged in the opulent salons of the Paris Opera house, alongside the actress Charlotte Rampling and US pop artist Mya.
Sleeveless, sheer linear dresses were

French family feud erupts at clothing firm Lacoste

PARIS - A family feud at the top of the Lacoste clothing company is pitting father against daughter in a battle for management of the green crocodile brand.
Michel Lacoste, 69, has decided to seek a court ruling against the company board's nomination of Sophie Lacoste-Dournel as non-executive president, which he told the daily Le Monde was an "irregular" decision "by an irregular board."
CEO of Hermes, Patrick Thomas, has now given up his seat on the Lacoste board (AFP/File, Mark

Virginal chic at Givenchy in Paris

PARIS - Givenchy unveiled a summer collection of near-monastic simplicity, both demurely chic and deeply luxurious, as it closed day six of Paris Fashion Week on Sunday.
With a giant church organ in the heart of the venue, and the scent of myrrh in the air, designer Riccardo Tisci -- whose men's line in the summer already had a clerical ring to it -- set up a distinctly ecclesiastical scene.
Givenchy - SS 2013 / Photo: Pixel Formula
Under the watch of hip hop's Kanye West, among the

Christian Dior CEO says no sign of China slowdown

French fashion brand Christian Dior sees no sign of a slowdown in China, and trends in Europe and the United States remain positive, its head said on Friday. The upbeat comments from the biggest fashion brand within the LVMH stable followed a buoyant trading update on Monday from Prada Chief Executive Patrizio Bertelli, who said Chinese demand remained strong and warned about "hysteria" over a downturn in demand for luxury goods.ore, Orchard Road. Dior boutique in the ION Ochard Mall.Rival

RGV can’t wait to see Sridevi back on screen

Actress Sridevi is making her comeback to cinema with “English Vinglish” and it’s not only her fans who are eagerly waiting for the movie, but also filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma.“Can’t wait for Friday. For first time in 20 years, ever since I became a director, I am going to stand in a line and buy a ticket to see Sridevi,” the 50-year-old tweeted.One of the reigning stars of 1980s and 1990s, Sridevi bid adieu to Bollywood after marrying producer Boney Kapoor in 1996. Her last release

Subhash Ghai signs Rishi Kapoor for next

The showman of Bollywood, Subhash Ghai has reportedly signed on Rishi Kapoor to essay the lead antagonist in his next venture. This venture will mark Ghai's and Rishi's coming together after their 1980 film Karz, as well as Ghai's return to directing after a gap of four years, post his films Black & White and Yuvraaj which released in 2008.Confirming the news, Ghai says, "Yes, I have signed on Rishi for my next film. He will be playing a khalnaayak with a strong interest in music. In fact he

ASOS names former Amazon man as chairman

LONDON - British online fashion retailer ASOS ASOL.L said a former managing director of Amazon (AMZN.O) in the UK will be its new chairman as its seeks more growth overseas. The retailer, which targets young women looking to emulate the designer looks of celebrities like Alexa Chung, Tulisa Contostavlos and Kate Moss, said on Monday Brian McBride would succeed Waheed Alli as chairman from November 1.asos.comASOS said in May that Alli would step down after 12 years with the firm.McBride spent

Aamir Khan to the rescue, Dhoom 3 shoot stalled

When Dhoom 3's shoot was suddenly stalled at Chicago in the absence of requisite permissions, Aamir Khan had a swift meeting with the higher authority and the shooting was back on

Write for College Fashion This Spring (2013)!

Written by Zephyr - CF Editor

It’s that time of year again: If you’ve been wanting to get involved here at CF, we’re now accepting applications for Spring 2013! (Yup, it’s just around the corner – crazy, right?) Want to work with us this spring? Read on for all the details!
CF is currently accepting applications for both writers and Looks on Campus contributors for Spring 2013 (January through June). We will be accepting applications from October 1st through November 15th.
We

CF x PBdorm Giveaway: Win a $500+ Room Makeover!

Written by Zephyr - CF Editor

Our friends at PBdorm already rule the dorm room decor world.. and now they’re getting into blogging, too! Their newly launched blog, Style Major, is a Tumblr-style site dedicated to style inspiration for students… and if you haven’t checked it out already, we highly recommend you do!
The best part? To celebrate the launch of the Style Major blog, PBdorm is offering YOU a chance to win a fabulous prize… more than $500 worth of stylish furnishings for

Lisa Haydon on the Cover of Women’s Health India

Lisa Haydon on The Cover of Women’s Health India. Sorry, I could not read the content fromt this

Hollywood in a mirror with fashion duo Viktor and Rolf

PARIS - Dutch design duo Viktor and Rolf served up Hollywood in a mirror on Saturday, with a cool cocktail of drapes and shimmer showcased midway through Paris Fashion Week.
Viktor & Rolf - SS 2013 / Photo: PixelFormula
Emerging from a hall of mirrors-like decor, their models stepped out in long fluid skirts and pantsuits, at times softened with drapes and bows, at others sharpened with metallic or mirrored detailing.
"We looked a little bit at Hollywood, the elements of a Hollywood

Italian shoemaker Geox replaces top manager to boost growth

Italian upmarket shoemaker Geox appointed a new chief executive on Friday in a management shake-up aimed at boosting expansion in Asia to offset weaker sales in western markets. GeoxIn a statement on Friday evening, Geox said it had appointed marketing and product development head Giorgio Presca as new chief executive of the group, replacing long-term CEO Diego Bolzonello who had worked with Geox since its launch in 1995. The change comes at a crucial moment for the maker of "breathable" shoes,

FIR lodged against Rahul Rawail and family

Filmmaker Rahul Rawail's son Bharat has been accused of beating up a senior lady named Janet Iyer, a resident of their building. The incident took place while the city celebrated the last day of Ganpati. Apparently, a spat broke out between one Janet Balachandran Iyer and producer-director Rahul Rawail and his family at Vaz Bungalow in Bandra. The unrest ended with an FIR being filed against Rahul, his wife and his son Bharat at the Bandra Police Station.The story behind the complaint states

From Dirty to clean Vidya Balan

After making fans dance to her tunes with The Dirty Picture, Vidya Balan is all set to spread awareness about cleanliness and sanitation as she is appointed the brand ambassador for the Clean India

Celebrity Street Style of the Week: Ali Larter, Vanessa Hudgens, & Olivia Wilde

Written by Demi - University of Maryland

Every week, I scour the web to find inspiring outfits on your favorite celebs and help you recreate their looks! This week, I was inspired by Ali Larter, Vanessa Hudgens, and Olivia Wilde. Read on to see how you can get their looks for yourself.Photo: Pacific Coast News

Actress Ali Larter kept her look ladylike yet casual for a day of shopping and errands. She wore dark skinny jeans with an elegant cream colored blouse, a double-looped

How to Deal With Anxiety and Stress During College

Written by Jade - Concordia University
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If you’re a student, you have probably heard the phrase “Social life, grades, sleep: Pick two.”
As a college student, it’s completely normal to feel stressed out or anxious from time to time – in fact, it’s something we CF writers struggle with ourselves. (In the past, we’ve talked about how to beat final exam stress and midterm stress, and even how to meditate to clear your mind.) To an extent, anxiety and stress can

Madonna to Grace Jones: Gaultier fetes 80s icons in Paris

PARIS - From Madonna to Michael Jackson, Grace Jones to Sade: Jean-Paul Gaultier feted the pop and style icons of the 1980s on Saturday with a rebelliously joyful collection for next spring.
Jean Paul Gaultier - SS 2013 / Photo: PixelFormula
"Just because there's an economic crisis, doesn't mean we all have to act all miserable, and show depressing clothes," the designer joked with reporters after the show, midway through Paris Fashion Week.
"Why should it all be about minimalism? There's room

Eat before sunset for healthy difference: Akshay Kumar

Actor Akshay Kumar, who is counted among the fittest men in tinsel town, has a fitness tip – eat before sunset!“Only one thing which I have followed in my life, which I would like to share with you all is that eat your food before sunset. It will make a lot of difference,” the 45-year-old said here Friday.He spoke on the sidelines of Happy Heart Carnival, held to celebrate the World Heart Day at SL Raheja Hospital here.The actor asserts people should be careful of their food intake.“It

Ekta Kapoor in India’s most powerful women list

Well-known TV show and film producer Ekta Kapoor has made it to the list of 25 Most Powerful Women in India Business.Kapoor, joint managing director of Balaji Telefilm, features in the list compiled by business magazine Business Today for her work in television and films.“I am honoured to receive such a prestigious award and believe that it is an endorsement of the capabilities of women and the power of the content that the Balaji team has created in television and films,” Kapoor said in a

Kamaal Dhamaal Malamaal – Movie Review

Film: “Kamaal Dhamaal Malamaal”Cast: Nana Patekar, Shreyas Talpade, Madhurima Bannerjee, Om Puri, Paresh Rawal, Asrani and Neeraj VoraDirector: PriyadarshanRating: If you can overlook the outrageous suggestion that Nana Patekar could be Om Puri’s son, then you’re in for some clean, healthy, wholesome and engaging fun in this comic drama about a stranger who walks into a Catholic village and changes malfunctional lives with his positivity.Does the reformation in the Church theme ring a

Sly dig at PM in Chakravyuh cut by Censors

Trust Prakash Jha's cinema to constantly raise provocative political issues and instigate the censor board into ordering substantial cuts.We've come to know from very reliable sources that Jha's Chakravyuh has been ordered six cuts, most of them verbal. The film has been passed with a 'UA' certificate, which means underage viewers can watch the film accompanied by an adult. Informs our source from the Censor Board Of Film Certification (CBFC), "There were direct references to politicians,

Red Carpet Looks for Less: 2012 Emmy Awards

Written by Ashley - Flagler College

Even though the Primetime Emmy Awards were held last week, we’re still thinking about all the stylish looks we saw on the red carpet.
More specifically, we’ve been drooling over the three major trends that emerged on the Emmys red carpet: oxblood, textured florals, and bright yellow. All three were popular choices at this year’s ceremony and while we might not be attending a red carpet event anytime soon (darn!), these trends can still be

Brazil's Lojas Renner to cut consumer interest rates

SAO PAULO, Sept 28 (Reuters) - Brazil apparel retailer Lojas Renner will cut the interest rates it charges customers beginning in November, a spokeswoman said on Friday, as the company adjusts to a new reality in consumer financing. Itaú Unibanco Holding, Brazil's largest private sector bank, took control of Cielo's rival Redecard on Monday, in a move that may alter the relationship between banks and card users, pressuring many retailers.© Thomson Reuters 2012 All rights

Target to Launch First Ever Shoppable Web Series

Written by Ashley - Flagler College
A short preview of Target’s upcoming Web series.

Target is well-known for their creative and innovative marketing strategies, but now they’re taking it to a whole new level by introducing the first ever “shoppable” Web series as part of their fall campaign.
Called “Falling for You,” the short film is described as ” romantic comedy highlighting fall fashion, beauty and home product from Target” that stars Kristen Bell, Nia

Raipur school teacher wins Mrs. India World Wide title

Rebecca Logein Benn, a sports teacher from Raipur, Chhattisgarh, has won the title of Mrs. India World Wide 2012. A mother of two, she says this is her “first step towards glamour” and that she will now pursue “acting and modelling”.Rebecca, 37, came to the top spot after beating 20 other contestants, who had participated from all around the country, in the finale held here Saturday.“You feel proud when you win such a prestigious award in a country like India. I gave my level best

Vyajayanthimala to feature in social awareness video

Yesteryears' superstar Vyajayanthimala will be seen once again on the big screen after a long hiatus as she extends her support to an issue based film called Janleva 555. While the film deals with the importance of specialized ventilator systems for hospitals, Vyajayanthimala would not be seen in the film per se but would feature in a 2 minute video prior to the screening of the film.The video would have the legendary actress talking about how to save children who have been bitten by cobras in

Rochas collection fetches 15.7 mn euros at Paris auction

The private collection of French fashion icon Helene Rochas featuring works by Kandinsky, Balthus and Picasso fetched 15.7 million euros ($20 million) at a Paris auction, Christie's said on Friday.
Helene Rochas died in 2011 at the age of 84 (AFP/File, Pierre Giullaud)
The total was double the estimate for the collection, which included art works from the modern and post-war eras, Art Deco pieces such as furniture and objets d'art, as well as Old Masters and 19th century paintings and

Oh My God! – Movie Review

Film: “Oh My God!”Starring: Paresh Rawal, Akshay Kumar, Mithun Chakraborty and Govind NamdeoDirector: Umesh ShuklaRating: For popular art, it is considered taboo to question religious dogma. Somewhere deep within us we all know ritualistic religiosity is a multi-crore business in our country. But who dares to raise a voice against the deplorable extravagance which is meant to please the Gods?That amazingly skilled actor Paresh Rawal does exactly that. He raises a voice against organised

What to Do, What to Wear: Fall Festivals

Written by Danielle - Duquesne University
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The first days of fall are upon us, and the fashion world is greeting the season with open arms in anticipation of layering, cozy sweaters, chunky scarves, and boots.
One of my favorite ways to celebrate the autumn season is to attend a fall festival. What is a fall festival, you ask? It is the epitome of all things fall — think pumpkin patches, corn mazes, hay rides, and warm food… all while being surrounded by gorgeous orange and

Karan Johar’s secret wish

“I’m a huge Salman fan. I’m not just waiting; I’m dying to work with him. And he has huge fan following at my office. My writers and directors are a smitten bunch. They tell me, take your time signing for a film, but please call him to the office so we can interact, click pics and chat with him,” says Karan

France's Hermes says not feeling any slowdown

PARIS (Reuters) - Hermes (HRMS.PA) enjoyed healthy sales growth in the summer and September, contrasting with other luxury brands such as Burberry (BRBY.L) and Tiffany & Co (TIF.N) which have warned of deteriorating trading conditions. Hermes - SS 2013 The upbeat trading update on Sunday is likely to cement the view that the global luxury market is becoming increasingly segmented with some brands such as Hermes, Prada, Dior, Balenciaga feeling no pain while others, more vulnerable, are

Jane Birkin cheers Yamamoto's desert princesses

Jane Birkin easily made her pick among the spring looks sent out by Yohji Yamamoto at the Paris ready-to-wear shows Friday: a simple black number radiating ease and effortless elegance.
Birkin, whose song recordings provided the soundtrack to much of the collection, took a front row seat to watch the veteran Japanese designer's show, which wrapped up day four of Paris Fashion Week.
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Does she wear Yamamoto in everyday life? "I have for a very, very

Asha Parekh to have grand 70th birthday bash

Asha Parekh to have grand 70th birthday bash By Subhash K. Jha, October 01, 2012 - 13:38 hrs IST Yesteryear's Jubilee girl Asha Parekh has grown up. She is all set to turn 70 on October 2. The actress is planning a grand birthday bash at the Sun 'n' Sand where all her friends, well-wishers and colleagues from the film fraternity would gather to celebrate.But there's a problem. Asha Parekh's birthday happens to coincide with Mahatma Gandhi's birthday. And as we all know the Mahatma was

Tilda Swinton steps into 'Impossible Wardrobe' in Paris

PARIS, Sept 30, 2012 (AFP) - Tilda Swinton solemnly unspooled a pair of century-old silk stockings from a dust cover, placed one in each gloved hand and strode down the room -- before a spellbound Paris art and fashion crowd.
British actress Tilda Swinton presents a Delphos dress created by Spanish fashion designer Mariano Fortuny on Sept 29, 2012 during a show at the Palais de Tokyo modern art museum in Paris. PHOTO: AFP
The British actress was the self-effacing-yet-central figure of an

Ranbir Kapoor wants to get married

“I always thought that I will get true love in my life, I hope I can really find that person soon with whom I can live my whole life….If I meet the right person, I would love to get married!”, says actor Ranbir

Saturday, October 13, 2012

Splurge or Save: Dorm Room Furniture

Written by Amy - St. Lawrence University Product Information: IKEA, Pottery BarnHere at CF, we aim to help readers look and feel fabulous, all while staying on a budget. That same goal extends to our interior design as well, and it’s often a challenge to pick out larger dorm room pieces when we’ve only got so much money to spend.From my experience with dorm environments, I’ve seen mostly low-budget furniture from discount stores, which is fine of course. However, there are definitely

Saturday, October 6, 2012

PFDC L’Oreal Paris Bridal Week 2012 day 1, 2, 3 and 4

LAHORE: The chatter around the runway shifted from fashion to cricket right as Day 2 of the PFDC L’Oreal Paris Bridal Week was about to commence.

The audience was sprinkled with guests in green outfits, showing support for the Pakistan cricket team that was fighting hard to win the semi-final against Sri Lanka in Colombo. While HSY fervently kept the crowd updated with the developing match score, the models took their places on the ramp. Overall, Day 2 turned out to be much better than

Saturday, September 29, 2012

‘Ishkq in Paris’ soundtrack reflects varying moods of love

Film: “Ishkq in Paris”Music Director: Sajid-WajidLyricist: Jalees Sherwani, Prasoon Joshi, Kumaar, Kausar Munir, Sophie Choudry, Priya PanchalSingers: Sunidhi Chauhan, Sophie Choudry, Rahul Vaidya, Sonu Nigam, Shreya Ghoshal, Wajid, Rahat Fateh Ali KhanRating: Inspired by the romantic classic “Before Sunrise”, “Ishkq in Paris” is being touted as actress Preity Zinta’s comeback film, after she took a break from silver screen to focus on her IPL cricket team. The music, set in the

Saif Ali Khan to co-host GIMA with Parineeti?

Parineeti Chopra’s secret co-host for the Global Indian Music Academy Awards (GIMA) is reportedly Saif Ali Khan.“Saif will co-host GIMA awards with Parineeti this year. This is the first time that both the actors will be sharing the stage together,” a source told IANS.If sources are to be believed, Saif will make a rockstar-like entry with songs from his films “Agent Vinod” and “Cocktail” playing in the background.The actor had earlier performed in the first edition of the music

Fashion Inspiration: One Direction’s “Live While We’re Young”

Written by Shelby - Rollins College
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By now, you guys probably know (thanks to my posts on fashion inspired by One Direction, fashion inspired by “What Makes You Beautiful,” and fashion inspired by “One Thing”) that I’m a fan of One Direction. And based on the comments those posts received, many of you guys are, too!
This won’t be news to die-hard fans, but in case you haven’t heard, 1D just released yet another soon-to-be-hit song. “Live While We’re