Kate Hudson is People’s Most Beautiful Cover Girl

Congrats to Kate Hudson for landing the cover of People’s 100 Most Beautiful Issue.

She really deserves it. I think Kate is beautiful inside and out.

Check out People for more details and find out who else made the list.

Lately you would have seen pictures of her and Anne Hathaway filming “Bride Wars”

They look as though they are having such a great time working on this movie. I think I’ll definitely be checking out this movie. Here’s what it’s about for those of you who don’t know.

Two best friends become rivals when they schedule their respective weddings on the same day.

(images via people, justjared, katehudson.net)

Best Dressed of the Week: Gwyneth Paltrow

My best dressed of the week also appears on the cover of the May issue of US Vogue wearing a gold, tissue-lame embroidered Oscar de la Renta Pre-Fall 2008.

“I simplify everything,” Ms. Paltrow tells Vogue on juggling her kids, career and husband, Chris Martin.

She also opens up about her postpartum depression.

“You know, I had postnatal depression after [my second child] Moses,” Gwyn says. “I didn’t know I had it until after it was over. I just didn’t know what was wrong with me … I felt really out of my body. I felt really disconnected. I felt really down; I felt pessemistic.”

Gwyneth is resting her elbow on an Iron Man mask.
The movie opens in theaters on May 2nd.

Can’t wait.

Inside Scoop: 55DSL

The line was created as a spin-off from the popular brand, Diesel. My first reaction to it was surfer meets skater meets teen brand. Not a bad thing. Living in Barbados and going to the beach often has an impact on my choice of clothing. I was very excited to see this brand because I do sometimes wear these types of clothes and I have had the opportunity recently to wear the 55DSL clothing. I loved the fabric and how easily the clothes could be incorporated into my daily outfits.

Here’s some official info on 55DSL:

55DSL
“Live at least 55 seconds per day”

If there’s one word that sums up the 55DSL attitude, it is “fun”. If that sounds a bit over-the-top, consider the evidence. Created in 1994 as an experimental spin-off from Diesel, the brand rapidly established its own exuberant identity. Now a company in its own right, it both complements and defies its parent.

The line was originally inspired by radical sports – snow, surf and skate – and these remain anchored in its DNA. But as the brand grew, it embraced the fusion of sport and urban culture that is the foundation of today’s street style. Like its core 18-to-30-year-old customers, 55DSL is at home on a mountainside or in Manhattan; it moves effortlessly between skate-park and nightclub.

A look back at the brand’s evolution provides the clues to its current identity. Its very first collection was called Urban Jungle. Its now familiar angel logo appeared in its third collection, Cyber Winter in Mongolia, which stressed the snowboarding element. And in 1997 it created shorts and accessories for surfers. Over the years it has sponsored the likes of surfer Joel Tudor, skaters Tony Hawk and Steve Berra and snowboarder Lukas Huffman.

Thanks to this heritage, today’s 55DSL garments are designed to resist the toughest elements, while remaining aesthetically stunning. The company’s upbringing as part of the Diesel family guarantees an instinctive understanding of fashion. Total comfort, in our view, guarantees a relaxed attitude and an open mind.

And 55DSL is about the mind as well as the body: its consumers appreciate every aspect of urban culture, which is why the brand is heavily involved in art and music. As demonstrated by its provocative but good-humored advertising campaigns, 55DSL is keen on self-expression in all its forms.

In a world where social networking is an accepted part of urban lives, 55DSL promotes inclusiveness. From the laid-back look of its stores to its unrestrictive, wearable clothes, it aims for maximal comfort and minimal fuss. Consider what happens on the edge of a ski slope or a dance floor: it’s all about camaraderie. The participants may consider themselves radical free-thinkers, but they’re rebelling together. This is not an elite club: you just have to get it to get in.

In a way, the company has a pact with its consumers. They provide their loyalty, and 55DSL provides tools that help them enjoy their lives to the full. Our slogan sums it up: “Live at least 55 seconds per day.” Life moves pretty fast, so grab a slice while you can. It’s not rocket science, but it makes sense to us.
www.55dsl.com

I hope you guys enjoyed this post and I hope you will check out 55DSL.

Peace and love
Fashion Ivy

Latest Events

Metropolitan Opera “La Fille Du Regiment” Opening Night

Aww they are such a cute couple. I loved her vintage YSL Couture dress. She is definitely my best dressed for the night.

Emmy Rossum went for a little black YSL dress

Eva Mendes looked regal in a black and blue YSL gown

The always lovely Ginnifer Goodwin looked effortlessly chic.

Leighton Meester looked absolutely stunning in this mustard-coloured YSL Pre-Fall dress. Blake who? Oh and btw I watched Gossip Girls episode 1 and I loved it.. In fact, I watched all the episodes. I can’t believe that I was so behind. The storylines were just like wow. But anyways…

Naomi Campbell walked hand in hand with YSL designer, Stefano Pilati. She wore a tuxedo ensemble form YSL.

Excuse the watermark. Paula Patton, wife of Robin Thicke, looked simple in a YSL Spring 08 dress.

Excuse the watermark. Rinko Kikuchi walked the red carpet in a very interesting hair cut.

“Ironman” Berlin premiere

Gwyneth once again looked stunning in a dazzling Sonia Rykiel dress and Louboutin heels.

“Ironman” Berlin photocall

I loved this all white ensemble by Stella McCartney but chck out those booties.

Elizabeth Hurley launches “Elizabeth Hurley for MNG” Collection in Madrid

Elizabeth Hurley was on hand at the launch of her swimsuit line for Mango in Madrid. For what the two models are wearing, the line looks as though it will be a good one. But then again what’s so hard about designing a swimsuit?

Le Reve: Indulge The Dream, Play 4 Parkinson’s Benefit

R&B singer Mya was in attendance. I love her hair like that. So bouncy and curly.

Be Cointreauversial Party hosted by Dita Von Teese

Dita Von Teese looked elegant in a strapless dress.

“What Happens In Vegas” premiere in London

I believe Lake Bell is the first person to wear this Marchesa dress. I could be wrong. I was wondering who would wear this dress. I really liked it. On a side note, how nice does Ashton look?

Miranda Kerr attends David Jones Dinner

The always cute Miranda Kerr looked fantastic in a gold sequined mini dress.

“Closing The Ring” Press Conference in Tokyo

I really liked this layered look on Mischa Barton. Very chic and laid-back.

“Iron Man” Rome Photocall

I am really glad that we’re getting to see more of Gwyneth Paltrow lately. She just has amazing style. Did she always have such great legs? Love the Preen dress and check out those shoes!!
(images via celebutopia, justjared, wireimage

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Star Maternity Style: Jessica Alba

In a pink Dior print dress.

In a cashmere Linq tunic, knee-high boots and scarf

At the G’Day Australia Black Tie Dinner in a yellow and black floor-length Gucci gown

Visiting TRL in an off-the-shoulder Gold Hawk dress.

In a navy Narcisco Rodriguez dress at the premiere of “The Eye”

Lovely in a tiered gray Marchesa gown at the Scientific and Technical Awards for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

Working the Oscars’ red carpet in feathered Marchesa and Cartier jewels.

She looked great in a black and white Fendi dress at the Paris store reopening.

Jessica added a brown leather belt to her gray Lanvin dress.

This jeweled ivory Temperley London gown has to be one of my favourites. She just looked so beautiful.

Glowing in a green Corey Lynn Calter maxidress at the Nickolodeon Kids’ Choice Awards
(images via jessicaalba.net)

Tag!!! You’re It

I was tagged by Aschlee over at Fashion Frappe and Jennifer at A Little Bag Obsessed.

Here are the rules.

1. Link the person who tagged you.
2. Mention the rules in your blog.
3. Tell about 6 unspectacular quirks of yours.
4. Tag 6 following bloggers by linking them.
5. Leave a comment on each of the tagged blogger’s blogs letting them know they’ve been tagged.

Ok well, let’s see, my quirks…hmmm….

1) I love subtitles. I watch all my movies with subtitles. It’s just my thing.

2) I read my magazines from back to front. My boyfriend freaks out when I do it. He says I’m ruining it. How am I ruining it? I read everything in my own time.

3) Bugs totally creep me out. I mean really creep me out.

4) I collect recipes. 3/4 of them I haven’t even tried, but I keep saying one day I might need this. One day…

5) I have a tendency to randomly sing aloud. It is definitely random. Someone could just say a word I will remember a song with that word in it. My mum hates it.

6) I have watched every single episode of Sailor Moon. An anime that I loved watching when I was a kid. Found the episodes on youtube and the rest is history.

Your turn. I am definitely interesting in finding out yours.

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Latest Events

US Weekly Hot Hollywood 2008

Cutie Christina Milian graced the red carpet. She always looks great. I especially love her clutch.

I must say Eve looked really great, tattoos and all.

Heidi Klum looked very beautiful in a purple strapless mini.

This dress that Lauren is wearing seems so familiar. Does anyone know if she’s worn this already?

Nicky Hilton looked cool in black and white. Her legs are rather skinny tho.

I believe Rumer tries really hard. The dress is nice; the hair could use a little work.

Evenings in Vogue Party hosted by Cassie

Designer Alexis Phiefer made a fashionable appearance.

The lovely Cassie looked great in black. With the jacket, she looked very sophisticated; without… hmm.

“The Late Show With David Letterman”

The always beautiful Kelly Ripa looked chic in Marc by Marc Jacobs navy dress.

MTV TRL

Ashlee Simpson looked very cute on TRL. She’s really into promoting her album. I like the Chanel broaches.

Michelle Tachtenberg looked great in black. Check out the Marc Jacob heels. When I first saw those a while back I was like hmmm… interesting. Now I am in love with them.

Robin Quivers Hosts Party Benefiting Healing Bridges

Natasha Bedingfield went for a black and white dress with a red belt for colour.

Conde Nast Traveler Celebrates 8th Annual Hot List Party

Ashlee Simpson wore a black 3.1 Phillip Lim accordian hemmed dress accessorised with Chanel pearls.

Sing Delta Goodrem looked beautiful in a floor length gown with gold accessories.

Adrien Brody and girlfriend Elsa Pataky made an appearance. Elsa looked great in Gucci.

Actress Eva Amurri opted for a printed yellow dress.

ANTM Winner Jaslene Gonzalez hit up the red carpet in some fur thing. Thank God she took that off.

Mariah Carey Memorabilia Donation and Autograph Session

Mariah Carey attended an autograph signing session at the Hard Rock Cafe in support of her album E=MC2. Like the album, not so much the outfit.
(images via celebutopia, justjared

Coco Rocha in US Vogue May 2008

Oh Coco how I love thee. Lol. Here we have Coco Rocha in a very interesting photoshoot.

We have her portraying a variety of comic heroes and villians: Poison Ivy, Catwoman, Aurora (from X-Men), Dawnstar, The Little Mermaid, Batman and the Silver Surfer. Hmmm. Me likey. Do you?

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Photographer: Craig McDean
Fashion Editor: Grace Coddington
Model: Coco Rocha
Hair: Juliien d’YS
Makeup: Diane Kendall

(images via tfs)

Interview with Dress Forms. Pins. And Needles

I recently had the pleasure of sending some questions to my fellow blogger, the wonderful Miss Kiki over at Dress Forms Pins And Needles and she graciously answered them. Be on the lookout readers for you, yes you, will also be highlighted. You never know when I will spring it on you so be prepared. *insert evil laugh here* Enough of my craziness; on to the interview.

Name/Blogger Nic: Kiki
Blog Name: Dress Forms. Pins. And Needles
Age: Between 3 1/2 and 103
Country: United States

Why did you start your blog?
To tell you the truth, I really only started it so I wouldn’t have to leave anonymous comments but then I started to enjoy it. I had a blog before but it was a bust and I didn’t really know what to do with it. I put more time and effort into Dress Forms so I think that is why it is a success, at least I think so

What inspires you?
I think people inspire me. I love going on the street and seeing people showing their style in a candid way. Although in my town it’s mostly Abercombie and Holister! So my inspiration lately comes from clothes themselves. You can see a great pair of shoes or a great top and think wow, this and this would go great together and then you are inspired well at least I am. LOL.

Favourite designer(s):
My all time favourite designer hands down is Christian Dior but Chanel comes in a close second.

Top 10 favourite/ must-have items:
In no particular order
. My Ipod
. My cellphone
. My covergirl compact
. My contacts
. Curl X gel hydrating something or other
. A good book (Harry Potter ranks supreme)
. My computer
. Softlips or chapstick lipbalm
. Hair Straightener
. My old avon comb

As for unmaterialistic things, my family and friends.

What’s your best purchase?
I don’t really have one. Maybe my first Dooney and Bourke. It was in, the it style and was very tiny, a little flap wristlet. It was $50. I remember thinking this is ridiculous but I bought it and still use it today.

Describe your personal style.
I am always put together, but I love jeans with dressy shirts. You probably would never see me in a plain t-shirt because I don’t really like the shape of them. I am more of a babydoll top and polo type person although I am not very preppy. I love old Hollywood glamour so I try to incorporate that in with my own everyday style. For instance, yesterday I had on dark wash jeans, an almost silk material green stripe tank top and a white cardigan with huge buttons on it. So I guess that shows my style the most. I like simple but impressionable pieces and putting them together.

When did you start to develop your sense of style?
Probably around 10. My mom dressed me until then. Even though I was still trying to work out the quirks. I had always worn uniforms, so when I started public school I didn’t really know what to wear so I mainly stuck to jeans. But now I would say I have a sense of style that almost no one around me has, which is great because I will never me caught in the same thing as someone. =)

What are your fayourite stores?
Target, Urban Outfitters, Old Navy, Anthropologie and the list goes on and on. If it’s a store, I will like it. I remember when I went through the limted to phase… Good times.

What fashion rule do you live by?
Well not the whole white after labour day. I always do the take off the last thing I put on when accessorising. So I guess, keep it simple and eloquent to keep from going overboard beacuse keeping it simple can sometimes make a real statement but do go crazy at times.

Thanks alot to Kiki for being my first interviewee.
Hope you guys enjoyed it and make sure you visit her site

Peace and love
Fashion Ivy

Style File: Leighton Meester

Hey guys, I’m back. This is my first ever style file post so it might be a little rough. Lol.

Ok admission time. I have yet to watch a single episode of Gossip Girls. *Gasp* I know right. I missed the first couple of episodes and every time I see photos of the cast, it just reminds me that I have yet to watch it. I really want to watch it from the beginning.

So anyways, I have really been loving Leighton Meester’s style as of late. It’s simple and chic. Which is by far a contrast to her Gossip Girl style. Her character opts for lots of layering (probably they were filiming in the fall/winter). Her GG closet is definitely enviable. So now onto the pictures.

(images via celebutopia, justjared

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