Showing posts with label reese witherspoon. Show all posts
Showing posts with label reese witherspoon. Show all posts

Thursday, April 14, 2011

Water for Elephants



My anticipation for Water for Elephants, starring Reese Witherspoon and Robert Pattinson is killing me. I'm a huge fan of the historical novel by Sara Gruen, and I cannot wait to see how it translates onto the big screen. This month's Vogue completely whet my appetite for the film with gorgeous photos of Reese posing with an elephant.



The film comes out April 22-- readers, will you be making a trip to the theater?

Monday, February 28, 2011

High Ponytails Paired with High Fashion at the Oscars

Most mornings I'm so rushed my beauty routine is practically non-existent. I brush on some mascara, gloss my lips, throw my hair up, and I'm out the door, so I was loving the high ponytail trend at the Oscars last night.
 (Photo Credit: Getty Images vs Stylelist)
On the red carpet, Reese Witherspoon (who, spotlight on Nashville, is an alum of my high school!) looked like a retro Barbie with her sleek up-do and simple black-and-white gown. I know, I know, the hair wasn't exactly a true ponytail, but close enough for me.

Anne Hathaway had an insane amount of costume changes as host of the Academy Awards last night. So many that soon-to-be mama and Oscar stylist Rachel Zoe almost said her final "I die." There were lots of highs and a few lows, but my absolute favorite look had to be the Lanvin tuxedo accessorized with metallic pumps and a soft, high ponytail. The perfect pairing of femininity and strength, Hathaway's outfit was edgy and chic in contrast with her elegant floor-length gowns.

What trends stood out to you last night? Are you a fan of the sleek pony? 

Thursday, May 31, 2007

What's New at Life & Style? Couture in the City Fashion Blog

What's new this week at Life & Style? You can bet that they have pin pointed the hottest trends that your stars are rockin' this summer so you know what's in. It is my happy duty to report that nautical stripes are still on trend, but you don't have to limit yourself to navy blue. Vanessa Minillo was seen wearing a red and white striped tank with cut-off jean shorts and looks ready for the Fourth of July!

Okay, so you have a hundred pairs of dangly earrings and four or five pairs of sunglasses (white frames from last season, classic Jackie O's, avaitors, Wayfarers from this season) but maybe it has never dawned on you to make sure that your styles in eyewear and earwear match. Really, think about it...wayfarers with diamond drop earrings? I don't think so. Life & Style shows you how celebs perferctly balance their bling and their UV protection which staying trendy and chic.

Who got it right? Life & Style poses this question to show you just how versatile fashion really is. It always amazes me how two different celebs can put their own spin on a piece and make it look so different. This weeks' standout to me was the red peep toe shoe face off between the ex-Mrs. Manson, Dita Von Teese, and Victoria "Posh Spice" Beckham. To me, red peep toe heels with an ankle strap are just more appropriate on a 1940's rockabilly burlesque dancer than a former pop star.

Sunscreen, towel, impressively intelligent beach read...check, check and check! If you are heading out to catch some rays this summer, then don't pass up the chance to get yourself a totally cute beach bag (and a cute cover up for that matter, for Pete's sake Kiki Dunst, get rid of the flannel and use a pareo!). For me, it's wicker and natural weave totes all the way...it's just so reminiscent of the islands. Check out Life & Style for more info on where to get the hottest selling bags.

The stars are coming out dressed to the nines to walk the red carpet at Cannes and Life & Style has picked the winners! Well, the most fashionable winners anyway...at Cannes, it seemed to be that a little bit of shimmer, a simple color and a great cut made for a fabulous frock. A standout among the crowd? Angelina Jolie's yellow Emauel Ungaro dress is so fresh for summer, and a great change for Jolie, who usually opts for darker colors.

Just when I was about to donate my denim skirt from a few years ago to charity...they're baaack. Like almost every style in the revolving door of fashion, jean skirts are constantly on again and off again. While most stars like Reese Witherspoon are saving their jean skirts for running errands and casual daywear, Alexis Bledel wore hers to a charity event. Jean skirts are fun and easy for summer and can be paired with almost anything...like maybe a striped tank?

If you have ever had the inner urge to be a Las Vegas showgirl, then now is the time to add a little piece of glitz to your wardrobe. While stars can get away with it on the red carpet, in real life a glitzy mini may not translate well. If you love the look but are hsitant, instead, try a cute glitzy clutch for evening. For more great celebrity fashion news and gossip, keep checking in with Life & Style!

Tuesday, April 17, 2007

White Done Right, Couture in the City Fashion Blog


















Nicole Richie


















Katherine Heigl


















Reese Witherspoon (source)

Who cares about the time honored tradition "thou shalt not wear white before labor day" (or is it after?). I will be the first to admit that I am not a big fan of the whole white jeans look...it reminds me too much of middle school and is just way too risky when Aunt Dot comes to visit, if you know what I mean.

However, there is nothing more polished than a crisp white dress and nothing more stand out and feminine than a snazzy white suit. But you have to know how to rock it.

Nicole Richie pairs her formal white dress with a pair of equally formal red satin heels for the perfect balance of trendy and classy. White or black shoes just wouldn't have worked here, and metallics are SO 2006...love it.

Need a more casual look? I love what Reese Witherspoon did with her white eyelet dress...a sweet cardigan, flats and fun accessories make this a great look.

So, this spring, we recommend a basic white dress for any occasion (well, not any occasion, not at weddings, but that's obvious). Check out the Love in Numbers dress from Misile for a simple yet stylish piece that will flatter almost any figure.




















Love in Numbers dress by Misile $180.00