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May 17, 2012
May 16
Cannes 2012: Eva Longoria Stunning In Marchesa
Who: Actress Eva Longoria
Where: At the 65th Annual Cannes Film Festival Opening Night Gala Dinner at the Electrolux Agora Pavilion and the ‘Moonrise Kingdom’ premiere
Wearing: An embroidered Marchesa gown with a tulle train, teamed with a crystal-embellished Marchesa clutch
Verdict: This is one jaw-dropping gown, I am in awe at how beautiful it is, and OMG how long is that train??? Seriously insane, this is why I love Cannes as it really does bring out the most incredible and OTT of gowns and I love this dress.
Are you loving this intricate embroidered gown as much as me? I think even Diane Kruger will find this dress hard to beat!!!
[Pics: courtesy of Ian Gavan/WireImage for Electrolux]
May 16
Cannes 2012: Diane Kruger In Giambattista Valli Haute Couture
Who: Diane Kruger
Where: At the opening ceremony of the 65th Cannes Film Festival and the ‘Moonrise Kingdom’ premiere
Wearing: In a custom-made silk draped one-shoulder mint green Giambattista Valli Haute Couture gown
Verdict: Wow, wow, wow!!!! This is what I was expecting, gorgeous from the word go, I love the colour, the draped one-shoulder, and above all I love that she has her hair sleeked back to show off the beauty of this gown.
This is only day one people, I am going to be a nervous wreck with 12 days of this. J’adore this gown!!!
[Pic: via Giambattista Valli Twitter]
May 16
Cannes 2012: Diane Kruger In Versus & Jimmy Choo
Who: Diane Kruger
Where: At the 65th Cannes Film Festival photocall
Wearing: A burgundy Versus mini dress from the autumn/winter 2012 collection, featuring a pleated skirt and laced detailing to the shoulders and sides, teamed with black Jimmy Choo ‘Katima’ strappy sandals
Verdict: Ever since I heard the news that Diane Kruger was on the jury for this year’s Cannes I knew it was going to be a good one as she knows how to work a photocall and red carpet, and this is the first of apparently 12 looks that she will be working during the film festival, and she has gotten off to a good start.
I love the lace detailing of this dress adds a sexy touch to the elegance of the pleated skirt. I have to admit I am not normally a fan of burgundy but against her wavy blonde hair it just works.
I am so excited to see which designers Diane will wear during the festival, I really am hoping for that she wears McQueen, Givenchy, and of course one of my red carpet favourites Elie Saab.
[Pic: via Versus]
May 16
Exhibition: Ballgowns – British Glamour Since 1950 At The V&A
Vivienne Westwood
Yesterday I was in ballgown heaven as I was lucky enough to attend the press preview of the V&A’s new fashion exhibition – Ballgowns: British Glamour Since 1950, which is the first exhibition in its newly renovated V&A Fashion Galleries. The exhibit charts the evolution of the ballgown from society-girl to red carpet glamour, and features British gowns from the likes of Alexander McQueen, Vivienne Westwood, Burberry, Erdem, as well as London Fashion Week favourites Mary Katrantzou, Holly Fulton, Mark Fast, and even a specially created metallic leather dress designed by Gareth Pugh for the exhibition.
Gareth Pugh
I have to be honest, the Fashion Galleries themselves downstairs didn’t look too much different to me, they’ve added some cool illustrations and a few new commissions, but generally speaking there isn’t a drastic change; however upstairs is a different story, they’ve restored the gallery to its original architecture with its domed ceilings and added a mezzanine gallery, which really does open up the space.
Downstairs you wander around more traditional gowns, think ballgowns fit for royals, there were pieces designed by Hardy Aimes and Norman Hartnell, and Princess Diana’s ‘Elvis Dress’ designed by Catherine Walker has been taken out of storage. But it was upstairs that blew me away, the impact of the three domes filled with contemporary ballgowns was just incredible, my eyes were instantly drawn to Giles Deacon taking flight, then onto an Amanda Wakely design intertwined with a wooden chandelier prop, and then I settled on Vivienne Westwood’s dramatic gown. The first impression at the top of the stairs is intense, I kind of wish that was the start of the exhibit.
Giles Deacon - spring/summer 2007
There were a lot of gowns I liked, from the bright floral Erdem beauty to the exquisite feathered Alexander McQueen gown that Daphne Guinness wore to the Met Gala last year, and it was nice to see the likes of Holly Fulton, Craig Lawrence, Roksanda Illincic, and Mark Fast being part of the display.
Roksanda Illincic - spring/summer 2009
Jenny Packham gown that Sandra Bullock wore
But my favourites had to be the gorgeous gowns that celebrities have worn on the red carpet: there was Sandra Bullock’s gorgeous Jenny Packham gown that she wore to the 2011 Golden Globes; Ralph & Russo have recreated a crystal-covered dress worn by Beyonce, especially for the display; and Burberry even lent the museum one of the gowns that Rosie has worn. The biggest surprise was seeing Shailene Woodley’s Met Gala dress, designed by Christopher Kane, considering it only took place last week.
I have to admit I loved the exhibition, anything that showcases gorgeous gowns embellished with sequins, feathers, crystals, and made of the most exquisite fabrics gets my vote, I just wasn’t wowed by it all. I loved the way the gowns were showcased upstairs, you could see them from all different angles, and some of the gowns were rotating, I also loved the quirky oversized pearls that were dotted around. The best bit though was that it was nice to see that they hadn’t shut everything away behind glass as you can’t always see all the details as clearly.
Erdem
Craig Lawrence, Christopher Kane and Ralph & Russo
Roksanda Illincic stands out
Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen
Loved the chandeliers and the domes
Ballgowns: British Glamour Since 1950 opens on May 19, and runs until January 6, 2013, so no need to rush to take it in, but I would recommend buying your tickets online before you go. Adult tickets cost £10 and entry for students is £7.
Are you excited to see the ballgowns?
**For more images head on over to my Facebook page I have an album full of them**
May 16
My Style: Working My New Nike Kicks From Schuh
At the weekend it seems Cambridge was one of the few places to actually resemble summer, it was sunny, very sunny in fact, and actually warm, I even burnt a little, which was unexpected. I had friends staying for the weekend so we took in the sights of Cambridge, which meant a lot of walking, so I decided that I had to work my new Nike Delta high tops that I bought from Schuh.
This weekend was their first outing, I bought them about three weeks ago, but I had been worried that I wasn’t cool enough to pull them off, but once I had them on my feet I didn’t care they as they are so comfortable. I know everyone is about wedge trainers, which I love, but I just love that the classic high top shape.
I paired my beauties with their coral swoosh and laces with the casual vibe of my favourite navy cotton shirt dress from H&M, which for £7.99 is one of my go-to dresses at the weekend as it is so comfortable, not too tight, not too baggy, it’s perfect. I paired it with my rose belt that I bought months ago in the Dorothy Perkins sale, I love the pale blue against the navy and black and I love that it pops nicely against the pink.
I have a little scarf obsession lately, New Look seems to have a lot of cool designs and this zebra print is one of my favourites at the moment, I love the pale pink colour as it generally means I can get it to work with anything, while it still has the quirky vibe of the zebras.
Finishing off my look are my trusty CK shades, I love these beauties, plus my rather large, very bright Ice-Watch, and the tiniest bag I own my cross-body bag that I bought from Debenhams last year, it basically fits my Blackberry, purse and car keys and that’s it!!!
So what do you think – do you like my kicks?
My Style: Nike Delta high tops, £60 from Schuh; H&M dress; Primark cardigan and leggings; F*** Me I’m Famous Ice-Watch (c/o); Bag from Debenhams; CK sunglasses; and New Look zebra-print scarf.
May 15
Competition: Fancy Winning A Jack French London Bag???
I promised a thank you for sticking with me through my redesign, thanks by the way for all your lovely comments, and it is a great thank you prize as I have one gorgeous Fulham bag designed by Jack French to give away.
If you haven’t heard of Jack French London let me introduce you to this fab British brand which launched last year, as it is fast becoming one of my go-to accessory brands. Basically, designer Jack who used to consult for high-end brands like Jimmy Choo, Christian Louboutin and Liberty decided to branch out on his own to create a luxurious collection of handbags for the masses, and OMG am I glad that he did as his bags are insane.
Jack French London offers everything from large totes, to cute cross-body bags like the Fulham, and even sexy clutches that are perfect for carrying to a wedding, and I’ve seen what’s to come for autumn/winter 2012 and it just keeps getting stronger. As well as all the bags being made from the softest leathers, I also love that each one is named after a different area of London.
So how do you win this gorgeous black Fulham bag, which might I add isn’t even in the shops yet?
Well, all you need to do is like both Fashionista Barbie and Jack French London on Facebook, and then leave me a comment below confirming that you have done that.
Like Jack French London on Facebook here
Like Fashionista Barbie on Facebook here
You have until 10am Tuesday, May 22, and don’t forget to add a comment below.
Good luck everyone!!!
