Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Devil wears Manolo not Prada




Manolo Blahnik would be 'hurt' if Anna Wintour wore shoes by another designer. The US Vogue editor has only worn two styles of shoes for over 10 years - both made by Manolo - and he admitted if she were to turn to one of his rivals for her footwear now he would be displeased.


He said: 'I am incredibly thankful for Anna's loyalty and if she chooses to move in another direction, I would also respect that. Betrayed is too strong a word but I'd definitely be hurt.'

The Spanish designer thinks Anna has refused to deviate from the two styles - which have been nicknamed AW - because she is so sure of what suits her.


He explained to fashionweekdaily.com: 'Anna knows herself very well and what suits her best. Anna always like to have her shoes, like everything in her wardrobe, impeccable at all times. Her favourite colours are skin tones.

I have produced two skin tones that particularly suit Anna.' Choosing Anna's shoes is a collaborative process for the designer and the editor and says it changes depending on her wardrobe.

He explained: 'I often talk to Anna about what's inspiring her that particular season and what she's ordered for her wardrobe. Anna has fantastic legs, and her feet are always meticulously groomed.

We're always discussing materials and adjusting the heel heights and whether or not straps should be wider or stay the same.

In the end, it is always up to Anna.'


Q ... wearing those high heels will hurt too. So do our bank accounts.

Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Billion Dollar Fashion



Jessica Simpson's fashion line is set to make $1 billion this year.

The 30-year-old singer-and-actress - who launched her Jessica Simpson Collection in 2007 - is to make history by being the first celebrity to reach the staggering sun in annual sales after seeing her current figures rise by almost a quarter in the last 12 months.

News of her amazing fashion success - which puts her in the same league as famous fashion designers Michael Kors, Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, Vera Wang and Donna Karan - is sure to be a shock to Jessica.

She said in an upcoming interview with New York magazine: 'I never thought I'd be some fashion mogul.'


When Jessica launched the collection, she sold just handbags, shoes and boots, but gradually expanded to include watches, clothing, cosmetics, luggage, fragrances and swimwear, which is all sold in major department stores in the US.

The 'Dukes of Hazzard' star - who is engaged to former NFL player Eric Johnson - is also planning to launch new ready-to-wear and career separates lines.

Sources close to Jessica have previously praised her business skills. One insider said recently: 'She attends all business meetings and makes all major decisions. She's a sharp businesswoman and knows what women want.'


Q ...unbelievable. No Beyonce? Not Heidi Klum? Not Victoria B? Nor Sarah Jessica? Not the Kardashian?

Sunday, February 6, 2011

Crowning Glory a top a Hill




Sitting atop Mount Faber, a posh place for pubbing, dinning, clubbing the night away, is The Jewel Box.

Dedicated areas with names like Black Opal, Saphire, Moon Stone, Jade, Emerald Lodge, Amber Galleria, Diamond Palace and world famous one and only 7-Star Swarovski Cable cars to spend the night with the stars ( literally) , you know what bling bling is when you spend a lavish night here.

Q

Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Maple Story


Naomi Campbell thinks she should do more exercise.

The 40-year-old supermodel admits she doesn't work out as much as she would like to but believes having a healthy mind keeps her fit.


However, one exercise Naomi is fan of is swimming and has been doing a lot of it since moving to Russia to be with her Russian real estate entrepreneur boyfriend Vladislav Doronin.

She said: 'Actually, I don't work out as much as I should, but I do believe that it's a healthy mind as well as a healthy body that keeps me fit, sound and calm.'


While she doesn't exercise as much as she would like, Naomi recently revealed she undergoes an extreme detox three times a year in a bid to maintain her stunning figure.

The supermodel admitted she has just Maple syrup, cayenne pepper and lemon juice in a cocktail form for days on end and credited it with her being able to stay in shape.

She said: 'I try to do this three times a year. The most I've ever done it for is 18 days. So I started on Sunday. This is the sixth day. 'It's good just to clean out your body once in a while.'

Q