Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Rihanna covers Cosmopolitan's July 2011 issue


Will and Kate cover Vanity Fair


The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Will and Kate cover the July 2011 issue of Vanity Fair. The image was shot by Mario Testino.

Wednesday, May 25, 2011

FIRST LOOK: Chanel's "Boy" Bag Collection - Fall 2011


To all the 2.55 fans out there...you may have a new Chanel bag to covet!

The brand is releasing a new line of handbags this fall. Based on the hunting cartridge style originally carried by Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel herself, the Chanel Boy bags are made to embody the androgynous charm the designer was known for.

“Chanel used men’s underwear to make dresses; she had this boyish attitude, in fact it is the very spirit of Chanel. She got it from Boy Capel, the great love of her life, which, incidentally, explains why the new bag is called the Boy Chanel,” Karl Lagerfeld explains of his inspiration.

The glazed calfskin clutches, purses and totes will be available in a red, grey and ivory, and will range from $2500 to $4300.

Quote of the Day


"I don't worry about what other people think about my clothes—I want to be me. And that's just a little weird. I think it's a compliment when people give me strange looks or say that I dress 'uniquely.'"
- 13-year-old Elle Fanning to Teen Vogue

Tuesday, May 24, 2011

FIRST LOOK: Lady Gaga covers Rolling Stone's June 2011 issue

STYLE SAVVY: Rihanna


Who: Rihanna
What: An oversized Max Azria white suit, and nude Christian Louboutins. 
Where: Billboard Music Awards 2011
When: May 22, 2011. 

FIRST LOOK: Someday by Justin Bieber ad


As previously reported, Justin Bieber is releasing a female fragrance called Someday.

Here's your first look at the official ad campaign (photographed by Terry Richardson) starring the 17-year-old and model Dree Hemingway.

The ad will appear in magazines next month, and the commercial (below) will be debuting tonight after the season finale of Glee.

Die hard Bieber-fans can get a limited edition fan exclusive of the fragrance on May 24th at www.JustinBieberSomeday.com.

Quote of the Day


"People always say, ‘You look like Iggy Pop. I don’t know if it’s the eyes or the hair, anyway, he has a great style."
- Carine Roitfeld to the Financial Times

STYLE SAVVY or FASHIONABLY CHALLENGED?: Selena Gomez


Who: Selena Gomez
What: A black Dolce & Gabbana cut-out dress
Where: Billboard Music Awards 2011
When: May 22, 2011. 

What do you think of Selena's dress? Too sexy, or just right?

Tweet me your thoughts @TheChicSpot!

WATCH: Justin Timberlake & Andy Samberg: 'In A 3 Way' Featuring Lady Gaga (SNL)

WATCH: Rihanna and Britney Spears - S&M (Billboard Music Awards 2011)

Friday, May 20, 2011

Justin Bieber is releasing a fragrance


...and no doubt it will be flying off the shelves.

Justin Bieber will be releasing a new fragrance called Someday in the fall. The scent will be a blend of fruity floral notes.

"Let’s be real, the way a girl smells is very important to a guy!" the Biebs told WWD. "I have such a deep connection with my fans, so creating a fragrance that I personally love is another way I can bring them closer to my world."

But before you start rolling your eyes (weren't the Bieber OPI nail polishes bad enough?), there is an upside to this celebrity fragrance: it will partner with Giving Back Brands, and donate a portion of sales to Pencils of Promise, and the Make-a-Wish Foundation.

Terry Richardson will be shooting the campaign, and rumours are floating that Dree Hemingway will star.

The fragrance will range from $35-$55, depending on the size, and a hair mist is also among the offerings, because let's be serious, the Biebs is all about the hair.

FIRST LOOK: Lancome Color Design campaign


Lancome's Color Design eyeshadow campaign featuring Daria Werbowy, Arlenis Sosa and Elettra Wiedemann. Photographed by Mario Testino


STYLE SAVVY: Cheryl Cole


Who: Cheryl Cole
What: A Stephane Rolland Spring 2011 gown
Where: The screening of Habemus Papam at the Cannes Film Festival
When: May 13, 2011.


FIRST LOOK: Louis Vuitton Fall 2011 campaign



Louis Vuitton Fall 2011 campaign starring Zuzanna Bijoch, Daphne Groeneveld and Anais Pouliot. Photographed by Steven Meisel

Thursday, May 19, 2011

STYLE SAVVY: Bar Refaeli


Who: Bar Refaeli
What: A midnight blue Roberto Cavalli gown. 
Where: The premiere of The Beaver at the Cannes Film Festival
When: May 17, 2011.

Vogue Germany's three June 2011 covers


Vogue Germany has not one, not two, but three covers for their June 2011 issue. Each cover features a top model (Alessandra Ambrosio, Anja Rubik, and Karolina Kurkova). with her significant other.



FIRST LOOK: Beyonce's new album cover


Beyonce's cover for her new album, 4, which will be released June 28th. 

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Quote of the Day


"I'm itching like a heroin addict trying to get back on stage. I can't wait. I'm planning on launching a new tour by the end of this year, if not, the beginning of next. I'll never do a smaller show. It's got to be bigger, bigger, more epic, more of an opus. I don't care where I am in the world, theatrics are part of who I am. I don't do it big for the sake of it. It will always be more me and more of an extension of what I've created. I always want the crowd to feel more liberated than when they first walked in."
- Lady Gaga on her next tour. 

FIRST LOOK: Brian Bowen Smith photographs Miley Cyrus


Photographer Brian Bowen Smith posted these photographs of Miley Cyrus on his website yesterday. Bowen Smith also photographed Cyrus' Can't Be Tamed album cover, and has worked with Ashley Benson, Dita Von Teese, Channing Tatum, and Matthew Morrison.

What do you think of the photos?

Tweet me your thoughts @TheChicSpot.


EDITORIALS: Rachel McAdams for ELLE


A few weeks ago, we posted Rachel McAdams' cover for ELLE's June 2011 issue. Here are the photos from her feature, photographed by Alex Cayley and styled by Joe Zee. 




WATCH: Gilt goes Gaga featuring Nicola Formichetti


Online retailer Gilt Groupe is launching a Lady Gaga-themed sale, curated by Gaga's Fashion Director, Nicola Formichetti. Starting this Friday at noon, shoppers will be able to get their hands on everything Gaga, including a one-of-a-kind Mugler dress worn by Mother Monster.

Check out Formichetti describing the sale, and his relationship with Gaga above!

To shop the sale, visit www.gilt.com/ladygaga.

Tuesday, May 17, 2011

FIRST LOOK: Victoria's Secret Bombshell Summer Collection


Victoria's Secret "Bombshell" collection featuring Adriana Lima, Alessandra Ambrosio, Candice Swanepoel, and Erin Heatherton