Anna Wintour's 1990's Moment

As fashion works in a cycle it was inevitable that the look of the 1990's would have a "moment" again. We've already seen the return of double denim and combat trousers, and now it looks like magazines are going for the 90's vibe too. Jessica Biel's recent US Vogue cover was very reminiscent of the decade, but it's the April cover, with the stunning Gisele Bündchen, that really taps into the 90's mood.



I was lucky enough to get given a stack of old UK Vogue's (some of which were edited by Anna) from the 80's and early 90's, by a friend, and Patrick Demarchelier's image of Gisele really reminds me of those covers. And a little of Baywatch too...
I'm sure there will be some people who don't like this cover - at first I wasn't even that keen - but it's really growing on me. And I wouldn't be surprised if more US Vogue covers have a 90's feel to them this year. Also I can't wait to see what the McQueen feature is like, fingers crossed they've dug out some old editorial images.

What do you think of the cover?

image from justjared.buzznet.com and for more images from the shoot check out vogue.com

Olivia Palermo Loves Mulberry

I wish Emma Hill would name a Mulberry bag after The City star Olivia Palermo. She already appears to be a big fan of the British accessory label, as she was spotted with the Alexa bag over London Fashion Week. And back home in New York she's still using her trusty Mulberry - and has even added a pair of their moccasin wedges to her wardrobe.



The Alexa is one of my favourite ever Mulberry bags (I really really want one) and Olivia's oak version is a particular favourite of mine. I'm not even an Alex Chung fan, I just really adore this bag.


If Olivia was to have a Mulberry bag named after her, though, how would it look? I'd say it would be more like the Bayswater - very structured and classic, but also very shiny. Because when I saw her at the Unique show she had the glossiest hair ever.

Would you like to see a Mulberry "Olivia" bag?

images from mulberry.com and thefashionspot.com

Hit and Miss of the Week: What Happened to Whitney?

This week hasn't been the most fabulous when it comes to celebrity style. Let's hope it's just because they're recovering from the Oscars and all those fashion week front rows.
Sarah Jessica Parker did make a blue carpet appearance, however, and looked lovely. Whilst Kristen Stewart (a smiling Kristen Stewart, I must add) and Dakota Fanning hit the red carpet for their movie premiere. I'm not loving Dakota's Valentino though...
And Whitney Port was also photographed a lot this week. I really have no idea what is going on with her style. She was amazing in The Hills and ever since she left it's gone down hill. Perhaps she had stylist hiding in the Teen Vogue cupboard with her all those years?







images from celebrity-gossip.net and thefashionspot.com

Fashion Week: The Fashion Editor's Style

You all know what was on the runway over the course of the A/W 2010 collections, but what were the fashion editors wearing?
When looking for fashion inspiration my first stop is always street-style photos of fashion-editors in New York, London, Milan or Paris. After all, fashion week is like their version of the Oscars. They pull out all the stops. So who are you style-crushing on this season?


Taylor Tomasi Hill - Style and Accessories Director, US Marie Claire
I adore Taylor's red hair, which makes any outfit stand out. This season I loved the way she paired a tribal-printed skirt with knee-high boots and a leather jacket. And her Linda Farrow for Alexander Wang tortoiseshell shades are to die for!
Taylor images from fashioncoup.com & mrnewton.net


Giovanna Battaglia - Fashion Director, Vogue Gioiello & Vogue Pelle
Camel coat? Leopard print tights? Leopard print heels? You wouldn't think it would work but Giovanna somehow pulls it together. I'm liking her gold bangles too - I've gotta get some bangles.
Giovanna images from thesartorialist.blogspot.com & Tommy Ton at style.com


Kate Lanphear - Style Director, US Elle
I know loads of people are obsessed with Kate's blonde crop, but I'm more interested in her grunge style. She was very attached to her parka throughout the A/W collections. And the images above left is a lesson in grunge-y layering.
Kate images from trendycrew.com & thesartorialist.blogspot.com


Emmanuelle Alt - Fashion Director, Vogue Paris
Yep, Emmanuelle is still working those oversized shoulders. She's become the poster-girl for Balmain, and I like how she's paired her jacket with some faded jeans to keep it a little more casual. And I'm totally obsessed with her hair -it's so glossy!
Emmanuelle images from thesartorialist.blogspot.com & Tommy Ton at style.com


Christine Centenera - Fashion Editor, Harper's Bazaar Australia
Rivalling Emmanuelle in the glossy-hair stakes in Christine, who has killer taste in shoes and jackets. I like her use of double denim above left. The caramel-hued leather jacket gave the look a nice edge.
Christine images from stockholmstreetstyle.feber.se & teampeterstigter.com


Anna Dello Russo - Fashion Director at Large & Creative Consultant, Vogue Nippon
It wouldn't be fashion week without Anna's wardrobe to swoon over. This season she pulled on a lot of waist belts, some fabulous shoes (obviously) and reflective aviators. Crazy, and totally cool.
Anna images from teampeterstigter.com & easyfashion.blogspot.com

So now the big question is, which editor's look were you loving the most? It's a tricky one...

That Love Triangle Again

I know, I know, it's pretty predictable to write about Jennifer Aniston's W cover with Gerard Butler and compare it to Brad and Angelina's. But really, I do sometimes wish I was Jennifer's life coach. Because I would have warned her against a double W cover.
Brad and Angelina's 2005 cover was epic. So iconic that I actually bought a copy for my magazine collection on eBay last year - it sells for quite a lot too, I might add. It is the kind of shoot a magazine lover lives for. A shoot that has gone down in the history of one of Hollywood's most infamous couples.
If you are therefore - in the case of Jennifer Aniston - going to do a shoot for the same publication with a man you're also rumoured to be dating, comparisons will be made. And when you're up against Brangelina you never win.
If only someone told Jen this. You can see her cover HERE (and by the way, could Gerard be airbrushed any more?) but what you really want to look at is below. The original is always better, after all...







There's no competing, right?

Publication: W, July 2005 - Photographer: Steven Klein

The Little Lilac Lace Dress



I loved this dress from the Miu Miu A/W 2010 collection. So sweet, but with a bit of Miu Miu naughtiness too. I'm sure this will make the red carpet sometime this year. Hopefully on Chloe Sevigny, Kirsten Dunst, Dakota Fanning (she needs a Miu Miu moment) or Diane Kruger.

And now that the season has come to an end, the big question remains, which were your favourite shows? I need to think properly about my answer, but I know for sure that Marc Jacobs will be up there, I loved his show!

image style.it

Gwyneth's Non-Oscar Moment



She wasn't in LA for the Oscars on Sunday, but when Gwyneth Paltrow took to the red carpet at the Laureus World Sports Awards in Abu Dhabi today (and no, I have no idea what she has to do with this event either) she looked completely Oscar-appropriate.
Honestly, if she had worn this Elie Saab Couture dress on Sunday she would have been high up on my best dressed list, along with Zoe Saldana and Cameron Diaz. She looks radiant in this dress, don't you think?

image from celebrity-gossip.net