The ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ actor was personally invited to the glamorous event at the city’s Palace Hotel rooftop by the British fashion house’s creative director Christopher Bailey. Orlando – who arrived with girlfriend Miranda Kerr – said: ‘I wouldn’t have missed it.’ The British star was also seen chatting to Clare Danes and Hugh Dancy at the bash, which celebrated the unveiling of a set of new Burberry lights on top of the fashion label’s new US headquarters on Madison Avenue. Hugh praised Christopher’s skills as a host, adding he would never be able to organise such a successful event. He said: ‘I’m a great guest, but as a host, I would suck!’ Other people at the bash included model Molly Simms, ‘Gossip Girl’ star Blake Lively and Justin Long.
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The Met Costume Institute Gala 2009: The Gowns
Forget the Oscars. Last night NY was awash with celebs who scrubbed up and donned their best outfits for the annual Met Costume Institute Gala. Hosted by Marc Jacobs, Kate Moss and Justin Timberlake, the purpose of the event was to honour “the model as a muse. With actresses and singers dominating campaigns and magazine covers, the supermodel is a dying breed. So what to do? Celebrate their existence with an exhibition and a ball. Top tables for the evening set guests back a Alaia snub, Naomi Campbell, Linda Evangelista and Stephanie Seymour chose not to attend….a bit sad really as all three would have set the carpet on fire. But alas we do still have a lot of material to work with. So here goes.
Read MoreCostume Institute Gala: The event of the season
The Costume Institute Gala is tonight. It really is the event of the year, when you can watch the most glamorous starlets dressed in the most creative of gowns. This year the theme is ‘Model as Muse’ and there have been hundreds of rumours over who is dressing who. This is what we do know: Marc Jacobs and Kate Moss are co-hosting alongside Anna Wintour, Madonna and Victoria Beckham are on Marc Jacobs’ table and that Madonna will be dressed in Louis Vuitton whilst Victoria has opted for Marc Jacobs. We have also heard that Karl Lagerfeld and Matthew Williamson won’t be attending.
Read MoreG-Day Has Arrived: The Return of Gossip Girl
At last, the day we’ve all been waiting for; Gossip Girl returns this Wednesday at 9pm on ITV2! Reunited once more with Serena, Blair, Chuck, Nate, Dan, Vanessa and Jenny, I can barely contain my excitement at the prospect of another season of Upper East Side drama, dresses and dead-pan one-liners. Since it’s debut in 2007, Gossip Girl has gone global, with its young cast dominating our screens and magazines: Blake Lively is this month’s Vogue US cover girl, Chace Crawford is Leona Lewis’ leading man in her new music video, Taylor Momsen has been signed to IMG, and Ed Westwick is, eh, snogging Drew Barrymore. But it’s not the stars that have most of us in a frenzy, it’s the fashion.
Read MoreGolden Globes 2009: Fashion Round-up (Part 1)
How nice has it been to be able to just shamelessly indulge in red carpet fashion from the Golden Globes? Maybe it’s because we didn’t get the opportunity last year but I’ve loved every minute of it. Expect a more subdued ceremony this year we were told. Well, if “subdued equals classy, sophisticated and demure then I hope the Oscars are seriously sombre. O.K, now let’s talk trends. Strapless gowns were popular this year along with the usual one shouldered options which tend to be a red carpet favourite. The odd bright jewel tones courtesy of Cameron Diaz and Eva Longoria was much needed amongst a sea of nude and neutral shades and classic dark hues while Hollywood glamour at its finest came in the form of fishtail hemlines and bold statement necklaces!
Read MorePurple Reign!
The Colour Purple: regal, luxurious, jewel toned, and this season’s hottest hue. Prince must be partying like it’s 1999! Purple is everywhere this winter, predominantly on the red carpet as celebrities have swapped their LBD for a little purple dress. Worn with black and gold accessories, it’s the perfect option for a Christmas party and widely available on the high street.
Read MoreFashion Fix: Victoria Beckham Hates the Limelight
Victoria Beckham says she hates the limelight. Yeah…o.k! [Marie Claire] Will you be buying Rachel Zoe’s fragrance? [Fashion Week Daily] Blake Lively spotted with a chic Dolce and Gabbana Handbag [Female first] Does your style change after you get married? [Fabsugar]
Read MoreLove Your Style: Jenny Humphrey
I know there have been a lot of posts about Gossip Girl in the past few months, with most of the focus being on Blair (
Read MoreLove Your Style: Leighton Meester
When Gossip Girl first launched, Blake Lively launched to the front of fashion headlines, often ahead of co-star Leighton Meester. However, Leighton has been stepping up her game lately and getting a lot more fashion attention. She looks lovely in lemon yellow at a recent event in Hollywood with costars Blake and Taylor Momsen (), and she ups the ante with some serious big-city style in this ensemble from Missoni.
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Stunning Bridgerton Inspired Dresses You’ll Love – and the secret behind the amazing costume design
What did we do over the holiday period? Well, we umm ate loads, drank too much, and wished we’d binge-watched Bridgerton. ‘Cause actually we were kinda late to the party with this one. We only started watching Bridgerton after seeing so many of our lovely followers tweeting about the show. And oh man are we glad we checked it out ‘cause it really was sooo good. Produced by ShondaLand and based on Julia Quinn’s romance novels, Bridgerton is centered around the Bridgerton family. In particular the eldest daughter Daphne and her quest to find Prince Charming. It’s pretty much Downton Abbey meets Gossip Girl, complimented with fantastic music, stunning outfits and a huge dose of scandal. And it’s funny too. But best of all it was great to see proper diversity in a period drama. And yeah, it also didn’t hurt that Duke Hastings was so damn CUTE! Considering all the rubbish news we’ve had lately, Bridgerton was a welcome escape. We’ve just finished it and honestly, we can’t wait for season two. But in the meantime, we’re crushing on the outfits and searching for Bridgerton inspired dresses to wear as soon as the weather decides to warm up. Join us! First let’s have a look at some of the awesome fashion moments this season had to offer. Best fashion moments Set in the Regency era, as you would expect the dresses in Bridgerton are predominantly embroidered empire-waist gowns, with each character sporting a signature colour or print to define their character’s personality. However unlike the fashion in the Regency era, if you notice there’s not a bonnet insight in the drama. And what made the costume design so successful? Rather than drawing inspiration just from the Regency era, costume designer for the show, Ellen Mirojnick took inspo from the […]
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Freida Pinto stuns in Oscar de la Renta on Cannes Film Festival red carpet
Red carpets were being rolled out left, right and centre over the weekend. From the Cannes Film Festival in, well, Cannes, to the Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas to the BAFTA TV Awards right here in London, celebs from all over the world were getting glammed up, ready for their close-up. Despite all the different occasions happening over the weekend, we were once again enamoured by an A-lister’s look at the Cannes Film Festival… and that A-lister is none other than Freida Pinto. Freida Pinto really does take the “go big or go home” dress code of Cannes very seriously, as we always find ourselves in awe of her red carpet looks year after year. And we think her appearance on The Homesman premiere red carpet just might be one of her greatest looks yet. The actress wore a full-length strapless gown from the Oscar de la Renta autumn/winter 2014 collection, with the gorgeous coral colour complementing her hair and skin-tone wonderfully. Simple gold jewellery and a sleek up-do provided the flawless finishing touches.
Read MorePreen designers create exclusive footwear collection for Aldo
Preen fashion designers Justin Thorton and Thea Bregazzi have exclusively created a collection for high-street store, Aldo.
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Gisele Bündchen: the last of the supermodels?
Some people are so well known that their name is reduced to just a word. Blake, Alexa, Posh and Naomi are all girls that need no surname to be recognised, and when it comes to the modelling, there’s Gisele. Ah yes, synonymous with impossibly long bronzed legs, Brazilian curves and that smile. But apart from being Mrs Tom Brady, new supermum – you’ll remember the scandal over her ‘breastfeeding should be law’ comments – and businesswoman extraordinaire, let’s not forget her roots. Named by none other than Naomi Campbell as the last supermodel, and after topping the Forbes Supermodel Rich List again, we chart the model highs and meteoric rise of Gisele Bündchen… Born to German-Brazilian parents in 1980, like all good supermodels her talent was spotted young, and in a McDonalds, of all places (anyone else ever seen a model scout when grabbing a burger?). At just 14 and already nearly six feet tall, Gisele began a career that would see her secure three consecutive Vogue covers by the age of 19. The real money maker for her modelling career, however, was a five year contract with Victoria’s Secret that would send her fame stellar. It was here she perfected the horse-walk – that stompy, legs lifted high strut with which she walks the catwalk. While her modelling work brought fortune and the coveted title of Leo DiCaprio’s girlfriend, Gisele has never rested on her looks. Sure, representing luxury brands including Dior, Louis Vuitton and, bizarrely enough, Apple, earned her up to $33m a year, but her other ventures include charity stints and philanthropic work (she was honoured at this year’s Global Environment Citizen Awards, in fact). But what is it that makes her so special? Her selling power, in a nutshell. Gisele’s ability to shift products from the […]
Read MoreSee every look from Chanel’s Cruise show 2012 (including the celebs)
Chanel’s Cruise show is one of our favourite events in the fashion calendar. We don’t get to go, of course (hey Karl, sort it out), but it gives us a chance to oggle what everyone wore, do a little wishing that we were them and thank God that summer is finally here.
Read MoreBicester Village hosts British Designers Collective pop-up store
This week, Oxfordshire plays host to the launch of the British Designers Collective – a new pop- up store in Bicester Village offering discounted items by some of London’s finest designers – now that’s what we like to hear.
Read MoreDerek Blasberg confirms Tisci for Dior via Twitter
It looks as if the gossip surrounding Riccardo Tisci – and whether or not this Italian designer will take the helm at Christian Dior – has just been kicked up a notch, as fashion editor, Derek Blasberg, revealed on Twitter last night that Tisci has definitely been confirmed for Dior. Whilst backstage at a Katy Perry concert, Blasberg tweeted: “I was just told backstage at the @KatyPerry concert (of all places!) that Riccardo Tisci is CONFIRMED at Dior. I leave #PFW for a second…” But with Tisci recently stating he was “happy at Givenchy,” the rumours continue to spiral on we’re afraid, with Style.com only adding yet more fire to the billowing flame of uncertainty over Twitter: “Not to add to the Dior rumor mill, but people in Paris are asking, why has the Lanvin team been in tears all day?” Could the Lanvin director, Alber Elbaz, still be in the running for the coveted scoop at Dior? It’s almost too much gossip for one to handle.
Read MoreBest Dressed: SAG Awards 2011
> Last night in Los Angeles, California, the Shrine Auditorium played host to the 17th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards- with some of the hottest on screen talent of 2010 on show- there were some pretty fabulous fashion filled frocks on stage to match. So here at MFL, we bring you our pick of the best dressed SAG lovelies…Enjoy! Flavour of the month and Black Swan star, Mila Kunis (above), wowed onlookers on the red carpet in this stunning dramatic tye-dye print Alexander McQueen show stopper gown- we do love a good old floor length winner! Heavily pregnant actress, Natalie Portman, looks positivley blooming in this crisp white Azarro grecian inspired gown- she’s not one for loose fitting maternity wear after all. Hilary Swank comes over all pastel and girly on us in this stunning nude blush Versace number- the wrap around effect and pleated fishtail both look undeniably stunning on the toned actress. Claire Danes looked ready for spring in this stunning floral Louis Vuitton gown- the intricate ruffles and cinched in waist made way for an absolute style stealer! January Jones surprisingly steered clear of all things Versace, opting to spread her style wings with designer Carolina Herrera- the black and gold mermaid infused frock was certainly an interesting, yet, glamourous substitute. Sexy senorita Eva Longoria wore a stunning pale panelled Hobeika gown to last night’s event- with a rather seductive plunging neckline to match- well, it just wouldn’t be Eva without one would it? Proving that royal blue is still the colour favourite of the moment, Modern Family actress, Sofia Vergara, certainly dressed to impress in this figure hugging Roberto Cavalli stunner- showing off her curvacious figure to utter perfection! All we can say is, bring on next year’s stylish designer delights! Image credit to Sky Showbiz
Read MoreParis Couture Week begins
Today marks the start of the most expensive week in the fashion calendar – we’re talking about Paris Couture Week, of course.
Read MoreWatch: NOWNESS debuts Graeme Montgomery’s ‘Ice Queen’
Known best for its creative designer collaborations, NOWNESS.com – the quite remarkable site opening the gateway to unique, timeless ideas using digital technology – has scored another fashion feat with its latest partner: British photographer Graeme Montgomery.
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