Showing posts with label Fashionista Spotlight. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Fashionista Spotlight. Show all posts

7.7.10

Fashionista Spotlight: Blake Lively

This California sweetheart definitely has no problem turning heads, whether it be because of her own perfectly golden locks or the warmth of her genuine smile. For me though, its her easy-going yet oh-so-pulled together style both on and off the set of Gossip Girl. She is a wonderful example that basics and high end pieces can totally mix. Sexy, low-maintenance glamor all in one, and there you get Blake Lively. ♥
Speaking of Blake Lively, who else cannot wait for the next season of Gossip Girl??

currently listening to: cosmic love- florence + the machines

16.6.10

Fashionista Spotlight: Taylor Momsen

There has been tons of controversy surrounding this girl for some time, saying that she dresses far too provocative for her age, that she is a "poser," and other limitless accusations. I'll admit, some of her recent style choices have been lacking in coverage, but can you blame her? At 16-years-old and in the spotlight, I would take advantage of it as well, especially acknowledging this age as a sort of finding yourself age. And with legs like that, who wouldn't want to show them off?? On and off the Gossip Girl set, I can't help but dig her grungy-girl look. "Grunge meets Chanel" as she would say. You also have to commend her for doing her own thing. She has not only proven herself to be a good actress, but to also have some great musical sensibility shown in her performance with her band, The Pretty Reckless. I have yet to understand how she can be considered a "poser." She writes and does her own music, what more can you ask? She states, "Music is where I can be me. I really do it because I love it, honestly. It's what I want to do with my life. I mean, it's my only goal." She takes pride in what she does and I find that particularly fantastic. I'll admit, judging from some interviews I've seen by her, she does carry a bit of arrogance to her, but when you've done it all at that age, I would say she has her right to it a bit.

currently listening to: 
blender- the pretty reckless
zombie (live acoustic) - the pretty reckless




4.5.10

Fahionista Spotlight: Corinne Bailey Rae

This stunning, mellow songstress may not be known to fit the title "fashionista" but I can't help but admire her easygoing, cute style. From her amazing piled ringlets to her sweet melodious voice, how can a person not love her? When asked about her personal style, Rae answered, "I've never been too interested in what's happening now in terms of fashion, so I've always dressed vintage. I think that goes with the music too, it's referencing the jazz era." What enraptures me about her even more is her genuine personality and commitment to stay true to herself. She isn't a follower in her style of dress, nor her music, which is evident in her statement, 
"Some people are making music which is about sex and dancing, so I don't really condemn artists who choose to bare all, but I'm not into that porn-starry way of behaving, like: 'This is what being a sexualised woman is all about, touching your breasts and looking vacant with an open mouth...' It's so formulaic that I find it boring." It's not often that you find someone in the spotlight with such a strong grasp of her femininity, individuality, and strength all at once.

Though she is an inspiration in herself, she has some of her own, including Audrey Hepburn and Björk for their style, along with Courtney Love, more so in her early days, for her powerful femininity. The way that Corinne holds her own is just a single example of her great strength despite all she's dealt with in recent years. Now she is back with her wonderful album, The Sea. I have listened to it all the way through, and I absolutely love each of the tracks, especially Paris Nights/ New York Mornings. The video itself is so charming! I definitely recommend. ♥

An example of Corinne's sweet and simple look is the cute baby blue romper she rocked with her darling oxfords at Coachella. Here's my rendition of her comfy cute look:


interview excerpts from The Observer

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