Yves Saint Laurent's Very YSL Collection

I don't really like it when a new designer enters a house and everyone expects it to be exactly the same as before. Because it never will be. I'm very interested to see how people react to Sarah Burton's first collection for McQueen, as those are some hard shoes to fill. Giles, on the other hand, will probably be quite safe at Emanuel Ungaro as my cat could design a better collection than Lindsay Lohan.
There's a fine line between copying the style of the designer before and completely changing the vision of the label; and Stefano Pilati's Resort 2011 collection for Yves Saint Laurent strikes the perfect balance. It's still Pilati's work but there are some beautiful references to YSL's original work.



There were rumours earlier in the year that Pilati may leave Yves Saint Laurent but I seriously hope he doesn't. I love his work and this is definitely my favourite Resort collection. I would wear every piece. Personal favourites include the adorable little bra tops, the white coat with the black trim and the short-suit which had a touch of Le Smoking to it.



Pilati is regularly criticised for using so much black (remember Anna in The September Issue with her "what, no colour this season, Stefano?" comment) but everyone is sure to be happy with the resort collection, as he produced a fabulous selection of monochrome looks and pieces in flashy brights. I wish this is how my summer wardrobe looked. Every piece is so chic.


If Resort is a taster for the season ahead then I cannot wait to see what Stefano Pilati puts together for S/S 2011. It's sure to be good...

Do you love the Yves Saint Laurent Resort collection too?

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It's a Supermodel Friday

If you haven't picked up a copy of the new UK Vogue yet you really must over the weekend. I think it's their best issue of the year so far, with a Karl Lagerfeld interview, a gorgeous Cameron Diaz shoot, a piece on Camille Miceli and a fantastic feature on the era of the supermodel.


I just finished reading House of Versace: The Untold Story of Genius, Murder, and Survival so I'm more than a bit obsessed with the supermodels at the moment. The Vogue article really couldn't have come at a better time. When Linda, Cindy, Naomi and Christy walked the Versace runway arm-in-arm back in 1991 I was only a baby, but it's still one of my favourite fashion moments.
And because it's a sunny Friday morning how about a little George Michael Freedom 90?



My favourite super is Naomi Campbell followed closely by Linda - although obviously I love them all. Who is your favourite supermodel of all time?

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"Don't do that. Don't mock the clothes."

Tonight is the night people. I am finally (and rather reluctantly) going to see the Sex and the City sequel. I know I'll hate it. My mum went to see it the other day and simply said "you'll loathe it."
But I figure if I'm gonna hate on it as much as I have been I'm going to have to see it. Otherwise it's just not fair.
I've heard many negative things about the film so far (that there is no plot, that the characters are like cartoons, that it's offensive to other cultures... the list goes on and on) but the thing everyone has been telling me is that the clothes SUCK.
Sex and the City and bad costumes? This cannot be, can it? In the fear that it may be true I've had to post one of my favourite Carrie Bradshaw outfits of all time. Every time I watch this episode her dress makes me smile.
And in other SATC news there are now rumours Miley Cyrus will play Carrie in the Sex and the City prequel. Please no. Just no. Make it stop! It makes me as angry as Carrie is in this scene below:



At least I know I can return to the safety of my SATC boxsets if the movie is as bad as everyone is reporting. I've recently been re-watching season three, which is my favourite, and it really never gets boring.
Wish me luck for tonight, and please let me know what you thought of the sequel. Did you love it or loathe it?

On WAG Watch

I literally have no interest in football whatsoever. In fact I don't really hold enthusiasm for any kind of sport, I kind of like tennis but only when Andy Roddick is playing. But I'm smart enough to know the world cup is about to start, which means everyone will start talking about WAG's again. I'm not sure if this phrase has made it out of the UK -it simply stands for "Wives and Girlfriends" of footballers. Victoria Beckham is WAG, but she was a Spice Girl first so she's an independent WAG. The Queen WAG.
David Beckham isn't playing in the world cup (for someone who doesn't like football I know my stuff, right?) which leaves a vacancy for the leading WAG. My money is on Alex Curran, who is married to Steven Gerrard.



This was Alex yesterday afternoon. As you can see she's no Victoria but she's got potential. If her hair wasn't so Barbie-ish and she lost the rather tacky bangles that would be a good look. And I like the dress, it's a great colour.
Unfortunately the rather derogatory role of the WAG is to be quiet, go shopping and wear as many trends as you can at once. Alex can do trends, no problem, she owns a ton of Balmain has been seen out in clogs and owns those Christian Louboutin leopard print boots. But I think she's one to watch in terms of proper fashion. She had seven pages dedicated to her in the January issue of UK Vogue (sure, that's just great PR, but more it's than any other WAG) and with proper styling she looks really good.



I doubt she'll be spotted in a simple shift dress at the world cup, but it would be great if she did jump out of her comfort zone. Either way she's the only WAG I'm remotely interested in seeing pictures of. I hope she rules the world cup.

What do you think of Alex's style? Is she your favourite WAG?

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Red Carpet Favourite: The Sheer Black Maxi Dress

Last night there were two very fashionable events taking place. Riccardo Tisci hosted a Givenchy party in New York to celebrate the closing night of of Maria Abramovic’s “The Artist Is Present” exhibition. Guests included Christina Ricci, Courtney Love, Natasha Poly and Liv Tyler. For me Natasha was the best dressed (more on that in the Hit & Miss this weekend) but Liv was a very close second in her sheer Givenchy dress.
At the same time, in California, Jennifer Aniston, Courtney Cox and Emily Blunt all supported the 2010 Crystal + Lucy Awards dressed in, you guessed it... black!
Vanessa Hudgens also made an appearance at the Crystal + Lucy Awards, but stood out from the other LBD-clad-ladies as her skirt was sheer.
Notice a pattern yet? The black maxi dress with a sheer skirt is the look for red carpet events at the moment. Everyone is doing it.



You'll remember Kate Beckinsale's sheer Chanel dress, which she wore in Cannes, and Julia Restoin-Roitfeld looked gorgeous in a similar Mark Fast design a few weeks ago. Margherita Missoni has also given the style a go, and Ashley Olsen put a spin on the look with a black lace skirt.
It's clearly no longer enough to bare your pins on the red carpet (far too obvious, no?) so those who really want to make a statement must simply give a glimpse of leg.
I can't believe Jennifer Aniston hasn't caught onto this look yet. You know she loves a black dress, and I think this style would look stunning on her. Hopefully Vanessa Hudgens gave her a few ideas last night...

Who do you think wears the look best? And who would you like to see give it a go next?

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The Beach Icons of 2010

You wouldn't know it looking out the window, but summer is actually here. This means dashing around the shops in search for the most flattering bikini, the coolest sunglasses and the most comfortable yet stylish sandals possible.
This summer it looks like I'll be staying put in London, so I'll be escaping to the beach via heat magazine's constant 'beach body' specials. To be honest I care less about the boring beach-body diets (seriously, who cares if Kristen Cavallari avoids cheese in order to get the perfect body?) and more about the bikinis.
If you're unsure which look to channel on your holiday this year then check out these four ladies for inspiration.


Lamé leather espadrille sandals by Marc Jacobs at Net-A-Porter. Avalon heart link bikini by Zimmermann at The Outnet.
Kirsten Dunst does understated beach glamour like no other. She proves that all you need (apart from a great beach body, of course) is a classic black two-piece, a great pair of sandals and a gaggle of friends. And it's always refreshing to see a celebrity who doesn't go down the fake tan route.


Nikita sunglasses by Tom Ford at My-Wardrobe. St Tropez printed silk kaftan by Melissa Odabash at The Outnet.
Beyonce is the ultimate beach diva. This title used to be held by Jennifer Lopez, until Beyonce out-blinged her with bigger shades, bigger earrings and brighter bikinis. Expect a lot of yacht-hopping action from Beyonce Mr Jay-Z this summer.


Farah tye dye one piece by Pistol Panties at Topshop. Honeycomb knit headband by Missoni at Browns.
Lindsay Lohan has been ordered to stay in LA this summer, so I imagine she'll be spending a lot of time by the pool. Bright colours have always been her thing (how else are the paparazzi supposed to find her?) and this summer I can't wait to see how she accessories her alcohol-monitoring anklet. She's already been begging Chanel to send her some stickers to customise it with.


Ruched baudeau bikini top and classic bikini pant both sold separately at Topshop. Distressed denim shorts by J Brand at Net-A-Porter.
I would estimate that Jennifer Aniston spends 70% of her time in a bikini. And every week we're greeted with more bikini shots of Jen - I think she keeps Grazia in business. Jennifer always sticks to block colours at the beach and by the pool - her favourites being mint green, lilac and brown. And, of course, she always has a trusty pair of denim shorts and aviator shades nearby...

Who is your beach icon this year?

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When Lou Met Bruce





It's been so long since I've posted anything remotely Lou Doillon related that it should be a crime. I love Lou's style as every piece of clothing she wears looks like it has a story. You never see a picture of her and go "oh yeah, that skirts from Topshop". Her clothes have a bit of mystery to them.
Yesterday I found this beautiful Lou Doillon editorial from Vogue Italia. The photos were taken by Bruce Weber, who has always been a favourite of mine but currently is my photographer obsession. I could look at his work all day.

Editorial: Lou
Publication: Vogue IT, September, 2000
Photographer: Bruce Weber
Model: Lou Doillon

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