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Fashion moments of 2010 pt.2
2010 had so many memorable style moments that I couldn’t limit my list to just ten happenings. So here are my next ten moments from the world of fashion and style from what has proved to be a pretty amazing year. Fashion for Relief Haiti This event, organised by Naomi Campbell, saw a whole host of stars taking to the catwalk in order to raise funds to help mother and babies in the Earthquake stricken nation of Haiti. Denise Van Outen, David Walliams, Nicola Roberts and Jo Wood were amongst those who strutted their stuff on the catwalk. My favourite star turns were from the gorgeous Kimberley Walsh from Girls…
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The Fashion Moments of 2010 pt 1
2010 has been a memorable year on the fashion front. There have been numerous trends, from Cheryl Cole style bondage tights to maxi dresses emerging as a fashion staple regardless of the season. 1950’s and 1960’s style was a big story, with curvy models appearing on the catwalk for Louis Vuitton and Prada, as well as for Mark Fast and Giles Deacon. We have seen the emergence of Christina Hendricks, Carey Mulligan and Diana Vickers as new style icons, and have said goodbye to Alexander McQueen, Catherine Walker and Corrine Day. The year has ended with the surprising news that the iconic Carine Roitfeld is to step down as the…
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Kate Middleton To Be Wax Figure-ified (And It’s Going To Have to Wear Something Very, Very Important): glamour.com
Kate Middleton To Be Wax Figure-ified (And It’s Going To Have to Wear Something Very, Very Important): glamour.com. Check out this article on glamour.com. What should the waxwork of Kate Middleton wear? Are these the only choices? What about the white coat she positively lives in? Or the sea through dress that attracted William (ok…maybe not that one!) Related Articles Kate Middleton’s engagement ring (since1910.com) Kate Middleton Did Her Own Makeup for Engagement Portrait (omg.yahoo.com) Prince William and Kate Middleton’s Awkward Engagement Photo (crushable.com) Kate Middleton – The Survivors’ Guide (socyberty.com) Prince William, Kate Middleton at fundraiser (seattletimes.nwsource.com) ‘Princess’ Kate to be cast in wax (thesun.co.uk) Was 2010 Kate Middleton’s…
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The Sales – a survival guide
It’s almost that time of year again. The one that gets you so excited that you can hardly sleep, thinking of all the goodies you are going to find. No, I’m not talking about Christmas, I’m talking about the SALES! The time of year when you find all manner of bargains at rock bottom prices, from dresses to designer bags, from boots to gift sets, from jumpers to the best shoes Selfridges can offer. I have always loved the post Christmas day sales. For many years I spent 27th December with my mom and sister, braving the Birmingham crowds in order to grab bagfuls of bargains. Favourite buys included Carvela…
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Wallis Simpson – now a 21st century style icon.
One of the most celebrated style icons of the 20th century looks set to emerge as a key influence for 2011. Wallis Simpson, the women for whom Edward VIII gave up the British throne, is the topic of the new film WE, which is currently being directed by Madonna. This will follow on from a Christmas radio play, and an appearance in a classy Channel 4 drama. Wallis Simpson, Nee Warfield, was a true style icon. She was not classically beautiful, but she knew how to dress with elegance, style and impeccable good taste. Her wit and personality, along with her effortless style, made up for a lack of typical…
