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Kirsten Dunst for V Magazine

I’ve never been a huge fan of Kristen’s, but I did like her in Bring It On and Spiderman. However, after seeing this editorial, I might have to change my mind. What a starlet! Mario Testino did a marvelous job of shooting her and stylist Nicola Formichetti did an outstanding job of making Kristen look like a vintage movie star.

Images from Radar Online

For a review of the clothing, check out Tom & Lorenzo blog!

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Olivier de Havilland

Remember this photo of Dita’s stunning hair that I posted a few days ago? Well I just stumbled across an image of Olivier de Havilland sporting a similar ‘do in the late 1940s, and had to share. If anyone knows how to create a look like this, please do let us know!

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You probably know Olivier de Havilland as Melanie in Gone with the Wind. She was a fairly serious actress in the 1930s, 40s and 50s, and often played in period pieces. She also happens to be Joan Fontaine’s older sister. She is still alive today (she is 93 years old).

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The Lovely Lina Romay

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Lina Romay was an actress and singer in the 1940s and 50s, with Columbia and MGM. Though she was born in New York, she was daughter to the Mexican Consul to New York City and was typically cast as a Latin American beauty. She sang with Xavier Cugat’s orchestra in the early 1940s. You may have seen her singing with the band in the Fred Astaire/Rita Hayworth flick You Were Never Lovelier (1942) or in Stage Door Canteen (1943). In the clip below, she could be singing about herself…

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AMAZING hair…

Wow, Dita, wow…

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Katherine Heigl in Vintage Style

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Gwen Stephani’s hair

I am a huge fan of Gwen Sephani, especially when it comes to her fashion choices. Do you remember this picture of her from the Billboard Music Awards?

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Fabulous, fabulous, fabulous! Well, you’ll be pleased to know the someone has bothered to break down how to do this hairstyle! Over at Bobby Pin Blog, Lauren takes you through step-by-step on how to achieve this look. Here’s a little preview (in case you haven’t already clicked over to the post!)

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The sections of the style are asymmetric. One side of the top section is parted above the outer eyebrow. The other side of the top section parts starting at the hairline about an inch above the ear. Clip this out of the way.

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Take all of the rest of the hair and create a French twist. The ends are not tucked in above the twist at this point. I am actually going to use the ends to help create some stamina for the pompadour. This doll has a decent amount of hair, so if you have fine hair, a rat may help you here.

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For more detailed instructions on hair basics such as curling and setting, check out Vintage Hairstyling: Retro Styles with Step-by-Step Techniques. I have the book and I love it. If you have questions about the book, click the link above and check it out or ask me a question and I’ll do my best to answer.

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Victoria Beckham Fall 2010

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Inspired by Dick Tracy era, Beckham illustrated that the new silhouette was still as much about structure as ever–but featured a slightly looser silhouette and drape. The contrast of light and dark and feminine and masculine were underlying motifs as she softened the shoulders while, for evening, went more daring with raw edges and asymmetric collars.

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Rich neutrals set the groundwork for the lineup, peppered with such current colors as sanguine, emerald, graphite and antique gold. “Nerdy chic,” she explained of a series of draped crepe dresses. “That’s where my personal style is at.” Clever details peppered throughout included a classic grosgrain belt partially hidden as a corset to keep the waist solid or cut outs placed delicately under the arms just so.

A Forties-inspired rib jersey/wool twill drape skirt dress elegantly balanced the tension between top and bottom beautifully while a “little cloud dress” hand tacked and cut on a bias was a fine example of Beckham’s relentless pursuit of perfection.


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Tina Fey in Vogue

I’ll admit it. I love Tina Fey! She’s adorable. Just look at her in these cute little tap shorts and long gloves!!

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The actress, who stars in next month’s Date Night, photographed in homage to Helmut Newton’s 1975 portrait of Elsa Peretti. Dolce & Gabbana black silk-jacquard bodysuit and black lace bloomers. LaCrasia gloves. Bulgari diamond necklace and bracelets. Ellen Christine Couture Millinery mouse-ears cocktail cap. Wolford tights. Shot on location at the Top of the Rock Observation Deck.

Read about her here in the March Edition of Vogue.

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Brief Encounter - Vogue February 2010

Sean Combs/Diddy has appeared in Vogue’s February 2010 issue alongside supermodel Natalia Vodianova in an editorial entitled Brief Encounter, shot by Annie Leibovitz and styled by Grace Coddington. Natalia and Diddy were outfitted by the likes of Tom Ford, Ralph Lauren, Salvatore Ferragamo, Christian Louboutin, Louis Vuitton and Christian Dior. Read the full article from Vogue here.

Diddy’s next studio album, due out in April, is entitled Last Train To Paris. Coincidence?

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With a mood of gathering mystery—and clothes with a mid-century-movieland mystique—the romance is set for departure. Chanel tweed suit dress. Ralph Lauren Blue Label trench (on suitcase). Christian Louboutin slingbacks. On Diddy: Tom Ford coat and suit. Ermenegildo Zegna tie. Shot at New Jersey Transit Hoboken Station.

Strangers on a Train
The couple trade glances. Her look has all the hallmarks of MGM-siren glamour: pencil skirt (check!), narrow belt (check!), Lana Turner sweater (check!). Rochas silk sweater, skirt , and belt.

The Express Track
“Is this seat taken?” and “I’m traveling alone”—before the next station, an unexpected exchange of confidences. Giambattista Valli short-sleeved gray jacket and matching skirt. Hermès bag.

An Affair to Remember
Narrow corridors and incendiary screen chemistry lead speedily to first-class sleeping compartments. She’s dressed for a private party in soft-pink washed satin. Nina Ricci dress. On Diddy: Salvatore Ferragamo shirt. Louis Vuitton trousers.

Steamy
Looking absolutely like a World War II heroine—Greer Garson, say—Natalia clings to her star-crossed lover. Christian Dior pale-pink silk-crepe belted jacket with front peplum and tulip skirt. Nina Ricci leather ankle boots.

I’ll Be Seeing You
In the closing shot, she wears a trench coat - icon of tearful cinematic goodbyes since Bogie said, “Here’s looking at you, kid,” to Ingrid Bergman in Casablanca. Nina Ricci cotton trench.

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Diane Kruger at the 2010 SAG Awards

Diane Kruger looking stunning in her Jason Wu gown at the SAG Awards which were held at Los Angeles’ Shrine Auditorium on Saturday, January 23.
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Diane was nominated for for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role and took home the award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture with the rest of the Inglourious Basterds cast!

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Milla Jovovich by Carter Smith

From the April 2007 UK Vogue.

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Shutter Island

I am not quite sure if Martin Scorcese’s Shutter Island, starring Ben Kingsley and Leonardo DiCaprio, looks like a blockbuster, but the wardrobe looks promising!

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Toni Colette in Elie Saab

I think the dress is fantastic! Tom & Lorenzo gave her so-so review, but I love it!

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Jessica Alba for the Campari Calendar 2009

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Cate Blanchett: Because I Love Her So

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Catherine Zeta-Jones and her decolletage

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Here’s the ever-so-lovely Katherine at the opening night of her new Broadway play, A Little Night Music, wearing a long Gustavo Cadile gown with a rather low neckline. Here are three things you can do to show off your decolletage while still being tasteful.

1. Fit is essential. Don’t accidentally show too much cleavage (it’s worse than doing it on purpose). If you have to fiddle with your dress (or any of your clothes for that matter), people will notice you, but not for the reasons you’re hoping for. If you’re trying on a dress, bring the underwear you plan on wearing underneath it. Don’t forget to jump around in it as well so you can potentially see where you dress might slip down. And fashion tape is amazing! Buy some if you haven’t already.

2. Keep the rest of your look low-key. Just like in dancing, show your audience where to look. Have something quite (not moving, or being covered) so that your chosen movement (or body party) takes center stage.

3. It’s cool to draw all eyes towards the main attraction. Ladies, sometimes you have to “balls out” and go for it. Check out Ms. Zeta-Jones: hair swept back, bare neck, and her earrings are simple and classy.

Stay Classy San Diego!

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Eva Green in Alexander McQueen

Eva Green in a peacock green Alexander McQueen dress, back in October 2008, at the premiere of Franklyn at the London Film Festival that year.

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When Paris was a Flapper

She may usually be a disaster, but Paris Hilton certainly does have her moments…

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Keira Knightley for Coco Mademoiselle

And a very cool thing, get a tour of Coco Chanel’s Paris apartment on the Coco Mademoiselle website!

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Gossip Girl - Blair Waldorf

For one reason or another I finally decided to start watching Gossip Girls and I must admit that it’s my new guilty pleasure. The wardrobe is fantastic!! Quick synopsis about the show from what I’ve seen so far: filthy rich high school kids (eventually college bound), teenage drama/angst, love triangles, and the most ridiculous wardrobes ever!

Here is Blair Waldorf in a dress by Reem Acra Pre-Fall 2009 in “Enough About Eve”.

Picture from Style.

Another stylish outfit from the episode “New Haven Can Wait.”

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Anna Sui Blouse
L.A.M.B. High-Waisted Plaid Skirt
Coach Hat
Coach Heels

You can buy this dress at Natasha Bailie Vintage Clothing Company.

And finally (a repeat),

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Alberta Ferretti dress (from the designer’s archives)
Necklace by Suzanna Dai, $360
Long multi-stands of jet beads
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