fashion night out models: November 2010

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Balenciaga Fashion Style Photos Reviews

The Balenciaga brief bag is one of the not-quite-as-common Balenciaga handbag styles but looks so pretty that they would give a great finish to your outfit. The standard hardware of the bag is great. Whether it’s silver or gold the Balenciaga brief contrasts with all your outfits. The bag is designed in such a way that it becomes easy for you to carry all your essentials safely and in one bag itself. The bag is extremely stylish with a leather material and zip pockets in front of the bag. The easy handles and shoulder strap weaved with golden rings makes the handling more comfortable and flexible. You can get this brief in different colors at an affordable price. Such a bag is best suited for a busy city life therefore, it is a must have in your wardrobe.

Balenciaga Fashion Style Photos

FOUND: The Perfect Pink-Lipped-Side-Swept-Bun-Hair-Do Look (Courtesy of Natalie Portman)

Um, can we please just pause and thank the beauty gods for giving us this radiant vision of beauty known as Natalie Portman?!

OK, now that we've gotten that out of the way, let's discuss this glamazing look the actress rocked last night at IFP's 20th Annual Gotham Independent Films, shall we?

The makeup is actually surprisingly very simple! Obvs she's wearing hot pink lipstick, but not so obvs are her subtly flushed cheeks (i.e. a lighter shade of pink). Of course, her eyebrows are perfectly groomed, but it's the winged eyeliner that elongates her peepers perfectly...love!

Equally as impressive is that messy side hair bun and it looks so natural that I swear anyone could do it! (Just check out this close look above! But, from working at The Magazine, I know for sure that it usually takes hair stylists a hot minute to create those messy, undone looks.)

And (I just had to point this out) she looks dramatically different from her debut Tuesday night at the Black Swan premiere. I get that she was going for the whole goth beauty look, but that shade of red paired with those curls just make her look old. Or maybe it's just because she's not smiling?

Which look do you prefer, Glamazons? And who else plans on stealing that pink-lipped-side-swept-bun look for themselves?!

Ferocia

PIC: Beyonce Walks in Tom Ford Spring 2011 Show

Ugh. We told you during New York Spring 2011 Fashion Week that Queen Beyonce walked in the Tom Ford show but due to Mr. Ford's distaste for the internet and fashion media in general, editors weren't allowed to take or share pictures.

Well, finally, Glamazons, the moment has come where the picture they guarded like fossils at the Louvre has been released. The picture will appear in the January issue of Harper's Bazaar. And it may have been worth the wait.

A voluminous blonde curly afro, skin-tight metallic python-pattern dress and fishnet peeptoe knee boots? Fierce! Did she vanish at the end of the catwalk into a pool of sequined glitter? That's the only way this could get hotter.

What do you think of Bey's look? Glam or Sham?

And if you missed it, check out Tom Ford's full Womenswear collection here.

Kisses,

Coutura

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Alexander McQueen Top Fashion Photos Reviews

Legendary designer Alexander McQueen was awarded again with a large contribution to the world of fashion. But this time he earned the award not just any award. McQueen will have a memorial service life and work in London Fashion Week in September.
Alexander McQueen Tribute to Legendary Designer Alexander McQueen
The ceremony will be held for Alexander McQueen in London Fashion Week in September. Fashion designer was found dead at his home in London in February and then after a suicide and now an event will take place in the city of St. Paul’s Cathedral to celebrate the life and performance. As quoted from Femalefirst on Monday (07/26/2010).
Representatives from the Alexander McQueen family, who called the designer to call Lee says, “Lee’s someone who appreciates and can be spent on the Isle of Skye, because he enjoys the beauty, peace, and tranquillity. It was Lee’s last request to his family; his ashes should be buried at Kilmuir.

“McQueen’s family wanted to make a special recognition for Isabella MacDonald and his family from Kinloch Lodge Hotel, which supports the sad times as an aid in great condition, making it possible for them to carry out the wishes Lee,” said the source.
Family, friends, and colleagues have been ready to attend the ceremony McQueen.

Alexander McQueen Top Fashion Photos

Monday, November 29, 2010

Paris Fashion Week Spring 2010/2011 Trends

Angelina Jolie Again?! Yawn

Angelina Jolie is no stranger to the pages of Vogue. In fact, she's been a cover model now four times since 2002. I'm still trying to understand what Vogue's fascination is with her. I don't find her to be a terribly interesting person, although I applaud her for her various humanitarian efforts. I don't think her sense of style is that fantastic, especially given the fact that she has access to any garment under the sun. And her personal life isn't too exciting (to me) either. Most importantly, I haven't been too intrigued by any of her subsequent covers. They just strike me as your run-of-the-mill celebrity cover designed to appeal to the masses instead to the niche fashion crowd. Maybe I'm off base here. Take a look at the covers for yourself.

This cover from April 2002 is by far my favorite. Annie Leibovitz shot the image, and it actually has a fashion presence to me.

The March 2004 cover by Mario Testino isn't bad either. Gorgeous dress!

The January 2007 cover, which was frequently paired with Jennifer Aniston's Vogue cover (in which Aniston also posed in a red dress). Celebrity feuds really do not belong in the pages of Vogue. I considered this cover (and the story) a low-point.

(**cover image from www.shoppingandinfo.com**)

And we have the December 2010 cover. I love the blue background and hot pink type. Oh, and the Tom Ford dress. But that's about it...

(** all images from Google search**)

The Glamazons are WEEN Women to Watch!

Remember when I went to the 2nd Annual WEEN Awards in September and left feeling more inspired than ever? Yes, the night I met my personal she-roes Soledad O'Brien, Nia Long, Valeisha Butterfield (the Co-Founder and Chair of WEEN) and a host of other stars like Kandi Burress, Hot 97's Angie Martinez, Letoya Luckett, Estelle and more!

I had a renewed sense of purpose after leaving the red carpet where my she-roes spoke so passionately about uplifting women and inciting positive change in their communities. I felt honored to even be in the presence of those women, and told them as much (Valeisha and Soledad were particularly thankful and gracious). That night was one of my defining moments this year.

Fast-forward to two weeks ago, and Ferocia and I were approached for an interview for WEEN Online as WEEN Women to Watch by another amazing blogger, Dee of The D Life. Wow!

I never imagined when I was asking questions on the WEEN red carpet that The Glamazons would be recognized by such an amazing organization. Needless to say, we jumped at the chance to participate!

Read our interview here. We cover everything from giving back to Grace Jones to Fashion Week to the celeb in need of a Glamazon makeover. Tell us what you think.

And special thanks to Dee for featuring us, and to Valeisha for being an endless source of inspiration. We are truly honored.

Kisses,

Coutura

Sunday, November 28, 2010

Alessandro Dell Acqua Hot Fashion

A brilliant Italian designer, Alessandro Dell'Acqua creates clothes for women who love to be feminine. Famous for his pretty, shimmery dresses and using materials such as chiffon, lace, and tulle, he once said that he wants every woman to be noticed.
Born in Naples in 1962, Dell'Acqua studied at the Art Institute of Naples and graduated in 1982, specializing in graphic design. His career began the same year when he first worked for the Marzotti Group. He has also worked in a knitwear mill - his fellow employees at the mill now work for him. One of his colleagues when he worked with Genny was the famous designer, Versace. Dell'Acqua also became the leading designer for the famous knitwear company, Pietro Pianforini.

His debut collection at the Milan Moda Donna in 1996 received rave reviews. Since then, his career has gone on to stellar heights. He has won the Oscar Della Moda twice in Italy. Dell'Acqua's inspirations include the great Italian actresses, Anna Magnani, Sofia Loren, and Monica Vitti.