Duke and Duchess of Cambridge plan LA visit; Ashton Kutcher on the catwalk
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s North American tour is taking shape, with more details about their Californian visit confirmed. The three-day stay in Los Angeles begins on July 8 as the royal couple is met at the airport by British ambassador Sir Nigel Sheinwald. They will attend Variety’s Venture Capital & New Media […]
Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively at Green Lantern première; Victoria Beckham tops expectant mothers’ poll
Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively attended the world première of Green Lantern in Los Angeles, with Reynolds, in the title role, remarking that it is the biggest one he has attended. Lively, meanwhile, says she originally had not intended to be an actor, and called the première ‘surreal’. ITN’s video is below. Although it […]
Coty announces Beyoncé Pulse fragrance, on shelves September
Peeq Media/PR Newswire Coty has announced a third fragrance in its contract with Beyoncé Knowles. The new fragrance, called Beyoncé Pulse, joins the earlier Heat and Heat Rush collections, and will be available from September 2011. Coty’s release says that the new fragrance has notes in citrus and orchid. The bluebird orchid in Pulse, […]
CNN speaks with Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour: the transcript
Our colleagues at CNN International have provided us with a transcript of their interview with Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour, which we’ve detailed below for reader interest. You can see the entire interview online. Felicia Taylor is the interviewer. The answers aren’t too far off what we would have said, say, six to eight years […]
Glamour that’s good for you: Inika Cosmetics takes its message on the road
For those of us that are conscious of what goes into our make-up and want to only use the most natural of ingredients, there is something new in the market. Leading cosmetics brand Inika has branched out into the New Zealand market with a range of natural cosmetics. The range is either 100 per cent […]
Absolut and Huffer announce limited-edition collaboration
Spanning the last 30 years, international premium vodka brand Absolut has built up its brand image with its use of innovative, stylish and sometimes quirky advertising campaigns and packaging. Collaborations with a list of the world’s top design and fashion figures include Andy Warhol, Stella McCartney and Tom Ford. Now it’s New Zealand’s turn […]
Singer and actress Selena Gomez, 18, has kicked off her tour, performing in Los Angeles to promote her new music and new film, Monte Carlo, which Gomez says is a turning point in her career. The film is a romantic comedy which may bridge the gap between Gomez’s Disney image and older roles. […]
Deanna Bratt: jewel of the Bay
You don’t need to be a scientist to understand that most people yearn for happiness in life, with hopes of being able to just do what they love. For the average person, it may not be that simple. However, for Deanna Bratt, slightly changing her career focus was key to a more relaxed and content […]
Very.co.uk announces £50,000 competition to find top stylist
Very.co.uk has launched a competition to find the UK’s best fashion adviser to join its V-Team panel. The winner will receive a £50,000 package and the chance to work alongside stylist, Kirsty Drury, interior stylist Sally Cullen, make-up artist Gini Bogado and tech expert Cate Sevilla, whom users of the now-defunct Vox platform may […]
With already a sell-out first season under their belt, Danish label Noa Noa is introducing antipodeans to a second dose of Danish fashion with its spring–summer 2011 collection. The first collection by newly appointed head designer Lea Dam Jensen sees a much more feminine, romantic and modern approach to the Noa Noa brand. […]
