Emma Smith

Claudia On Film

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 11:28:10 +0000

Claudia Schiffer is the latest fashion figure to agree to star in a documentary all about her life. We get to peek at life behind the clothes and red carpets.

‘Claudia Schiffer La Dolce Vita’ is the film made for website Fashionair, which was granted access to archive Chanel footage and stills for the film. Charting Schiffer’s rise from being spotted in a nightclub aged 17 to meeting Karl Lagerfeld, the film gives a great insight into one of the world’s first supermodels.

View the full film at www.fashionair.com

One Elle Of A Party

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 10:05:03 +0000

Last night saw the Elle Style Awards take place in London. It’s always a great event bringing together fashionsita’s and red carpet stars.

This year Naomi Campbell, Rosie Huntington-Whitely and Agyness Deyn were joined by the Monogue sisters, Bafta winner Carey Mulligan and Leona Lewis.

There were some great outfits- Naomi Campbell wore a dress by the late Alexander McQueen, and Victoria’s Secret model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, who last year won the magazine’s award for best model, stood out from the crowd in a sexy full-length red Christian Dior dress. But my favourite of the night was mum-to-be Danni Minogue. She looked glowing in a yellow grecian style dress by Australian designer Lisa Ho.

The Elle Style Awards 2010 Winners:

Outstanding Contribution Award: Naomi Campbell

Best TV Star: Danni Minogue

Style Woman of the Year Award: Kristen Stewart

Editors Choice: Alexa Chung

Model of the Year: Claudia Schiffer

Best Actor: Colin Firth

Best Actress: Carey Mulligan

Best Music: Florence & The Machine

Breakthrough Talent: Nicholas Hoult

Style Icons of 2010 Award: Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen

BAFTA’S 2010 THE DRESSES- Carey Mulligan

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 20:42:20 +0000

Last night thousands of fans went to Covent Garden to catch a glimpse of A-Listers shivering on the red carpet in the cold weather as they arrived for the biggest event in the British film calendar- The Bafta’s.

Obviously my main interest was with the dresses! I have to say though I wasn’t blown away. I have two that are top of my list. Firstly Carey Mulligan, who was nominated for best actress (and won) for her lead role in coming-of-age film An Education. She wore a gorgeous floor-length monochrome floral black and white Vionnet gown with a dramatic train. She dyed her brunette crop blonde and kept accessories minimal with a pair of simple diamond earrings. What do you think of her look?

BAFTA’S 2010 THE DRESSES- Vera Farmiga

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 20:41:48 +0000

My second favourite dress of the night went to Up In The Air actress Vera Farmiga. Looking elegant and sophisticated in a very bridalesque white style gown. I loved her understated make up and low chignon.

BAFTA’S 2010 THE DRESSES- Kate Winslet

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 20:41:17 +0000

Our very own English rose Kate Winslet wore British designer Stella McCartney. The long black body-con dress with lace peep details on the sides looked good on her BUT I really didn’t like her loose hair or make-up.

BAFTA’S 2010 THE DRESSES- Clare Danes

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 20:40:38 +0000

Claire Danes choose a classic British brand – Burberry. She wore a champagne dress from the Spring 2010 collection and kept accessories simple with silver jewellery. I loved the the dress and the colour- bang on the nude/gold trend for S/S 2010.

BAFTA’S 2010 THE DRESSES- Audrey Tautou

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 20:39:30 +0000

Coco Before Channel actress Audrey Tautou decided to inject some colour into the dreary London weather by opting for a pink off the shoulder Lanvin dress. I loved that her accessories clashed with the dress- a red clutch and patent red court heels. And that she decided not to wear Chanel for a change!

Fashion for Relief Haiti show hits London

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:41:34 +0000

Last night Somerset House kicked London Fashion Week off with a bang as it played host to the Fashion for Relief Haiti show.

Kate Moss hit the catwalk the first time in several years, in a McQueen dress that Philip Green would later buy at auction for £100,000. Naomi Campbell pranced down the runway on the arm of Piers Morgan, finally saying goodbye to their tabloid battle.

Yasmin and Amber le Bon walked the catwalk together; Ronnie Corbett danced to Michael Jackson’s Billie Jean and The Saturdays appeared all together wearing Ungaro and Moschino.

All in all it was a magnificent start to London Fashion Week.

London Fashion Week- Opening Day

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:15:14 +0000

After Naomi Campbell’s Fashion For Relief spectacular last night London Fashion Week kicked off properly this morning with with the traditional first show of the Week: Paul Costelloe. Before Costelloe’s show, Sir Harold Tillman, chairman of the British Fashion Council, payed tribute to Alexander McQueen and asked the audience to join him in a minute’s silence in the late designer’s memory.

Later today, red carpet favourite Hakaan takes to the catwalk. Hannah Marshall, Felder Felder and Jean-Pierre Braganza will also be showing before Sass & Bide close the opening day.

Check out a live stream of www.livefromfashionweek.com for runway shows, industry experts and celebrity experts.

Knit picking at H&M

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 16:28:24 +0000

I loved Sonia Rykiel’s lingerie collection for H&M last autumn and now the Parisian designer has worked her knitwear magic for the high street giant.

Knitwear is what Rykiel does best, and this capsule collection does not disappoint. It’s bursting with sweater dresses, knitted bejewelled leggings, diamante-studded berets and bracelets in bright, eye-catching stripes and block colours such as canary yellow, mustard, red, orange and lots of pink.

It’s also the first time a guest designer collaboration includes children. Little girls aged 18 months to 8 years can get into the spirit of Sonia Rykiel with multi-striped tights, colourful sweaters and sweatshirts bearing the stamp of the ‘Reine du Tricot’ (Queen of Knits).

The collection hits stores Saturday 20th February.