Archive: April, 2012
Esther Lee, Philly.com
Kate Middleton lightened up a dreary, bleak London day in a gray Matthew Williamson number on Wednesday. The style-setting royal wore the piece to the UK premiere of "African Cats" alongside her hubby.
Green and yellow jewels embellishing her neckline and sleeves cheerfully popped out on what would have been an otherwise-bland outfit choice. She paired the piece with slate-gray pumps and a matching clutch.
Esther Lee, Philly.com
Imagine the world's most-influential people piled in to one room for an evening.
The TIME 100 Gala- celebrating the publication's 100 Most Influential People in the World- was held Tuesday night in New York City. Guests included fashion taste-makers like Marchesa's Georgina Chapman, Top Model's Tyra Banks, Rihanna, Claire Danes, Spanx founder Sara Blakely and FEED Project's Lauren Bush. (Side note: Bush recently tied the knot to all-American designer Ralph Lauren's son, David. She now goes by the name Lauren Bush Lauren. How great is that?)
Esther Lee, Philly.com
Deep Impact and Spanglish star Tèa Leoni was spotted shopping around Rittenhouse Square Thursday afternoon with her daughter Madelaine West (father is X-Fiiles actor David Duchovny).
Esther Lee, Philly.com
It's been several years since MTV's "The Hills" and "The City" went off air, but Whitney Port continues to prove that her interests in fashion and clothing design are not exclusive to her reality-TV show days.
On Thursday, the 27-year-old star, designer and author attended a garden tea party at Apricot Lane Boutique in Suburban Square in Ardmore.
Esther Lee, Philly.com
Wednesday morning, TIME released its "100 Most Influential People in the World" list. Ask me why this is worth noting, and I'll tell you that this annual compilation of politicians, musicians, scientists, and fashion industry heavyweights is one I grew up consuming- devouring, actually.
Esther Lee, Philly.com
"I designed this scent and bottle with my Barbz in mind, life-sized Barbie Nicki Minaj said on her latest project. In hot pursuit of her fellow chart-topping peers Justin Bieber, Taylor Swift and Beyonce, Miss Minaj announced plans for her very own fragrance.
Esther Lee, Philly.com
After seven years of co-habitating, raising a family, and remaining Hollywood's preeminent "It" couple, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are finally engaged. Now that the looming question of marriage has been addressed, we ask two remaining questions: What are the details on Pitt's proposal? And how beyond-fabulous is Jolie's new bling?
We answer the latter-- In typical Brangie center of the universe fashion, Jolie's ring shines at 16-carats, estimated in value at $500,000 reports US Weekly. The center stone is a 7-carat emerald-cut diamond. Meanwhile, an additional 9 carats of emerald-cut diamonds surround the band of the ring. Significance to be explained.
Esther Lee, Philly.com
For years, I questioned Scarlett Johansson.
My disdain was namely based on her acting skills, which I simply could not respect for a number of reasons. There was Match Point in which she was just plain awful; Then, she botched the lead character in a film based on one of my favorite books, The Nanny Diaries. When it came to her personality, I couldn't appreciate her "droll" sense of humor. And yes, I admit, there was that tinge of envy-turned-bias against the blond bombshell who dated Josh Hartnett in his glory days.
This morning I read what I believed was yet another generic profile on the actress. It actually turned out to be a rather candid and compelling interview with a star, whose tumultuous personal life was paraded before millions of fans and critics in a rather humiliating manner. It was an odd moment for me- to feel compassion for ScarJo, and beyond that, to feel empathy. By admitting vulnerability and brokenness, Johansson gave readers a reason to connect with her through the healing process.
Here are the highlights from her interview in the May issue of Vogue, which covers everything from Ryan Reynolds to the nude phone-hacking incident.
Esther Lee, Philly.com
It was a match made in music and modeling heaven.
Unfortunately, after the Seal-Heidi Klum split, we began to question the longevity of relationships involving two high-profile individuals. Last week, Us Weekly confirmed that Victoria's Secret Angel Anne Vyalitsyna and Maroon 5 front man Adam Levine had split after their two-year relationship.
However, sources now tell the publication that the singer was "blindsided" by Anne V's public proclamation, adding that Levine is in fact, "heartbroken."
Esther Lee, Philly.com
Aso Damisi's Latifat Obajinmi and Moriamo Johnson
Chatting with the Designers-in-Residence at the Philadelphia Fashion Incubator
Part I
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PHILADELPHIA, PA. Matching shirts. It’s a detail I overlook when I first walk through the Incubator doors and introduce myself to designer Latifat Obajinmi and Moriamo Johnson. The sisters, fresh off their weekly 2 hour group meeting with fellow Designers-in-Residence (DIRs) and Executive Director Elissa Bloom, are dressed in identical tiered tank tops.
Older sister, mother and wife Moriamo takes a more academic approach by draping a studious, black cardigan over her shoulders. Her hair is chopped short and she has a very nurturing, serene aura permeating her 5' 5'' frame. Meanwhile, the younger, spunkier and taller Latifat adds a creative, risk-taking element by pairing her top with a leather jacket. They share similarities in features- beautiful plump lips and mischievous eyes, but like their respective outfits, there's a clear distinction between their mannerisms.
