Emma Watson covers ELLE

She's smart, sexy and on the April cover of US ELLE. Emma Watson makes Western chic by wearing a Balmain shirt and calfskin pants. No magic needed to work the camera here. She looks so fresh in all the photos, I love it. But what I love most about Emma Watson is that she valued the importance of a good education by completing her studies at Brown and Oxford.

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This is probably the most amazing and gorgeous photo of the group. Stunning.

The child star has grown up with a pretty good sense of herself, though she tells ELLE about her envy towards new emerging actresses: 

“There are all these actresses who have emerged in the last year or two, and they get to emerge as this complete human being. And I’m so jealous!" Emma Watson also talks to ELLE about concerns over her "first kiss" in Hollywood and discusses her role in the new epic film Noah. You can read the entire interview in ELLE, now. [photos Carter Smith]

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Pharrell talks Personal Style with GQ

Pharrell Williams is one of the most stylish men on the planet, big hat and all! In this brief video for GQ, he answers questions about his own personal style and approach to fashion. He's a super cool guy, talented and confident. 

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What I think about the Kimye Vogue Cover

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Who cares?!

That's what I think. On Friday, twitter trended with the hashtag #BoycottVogue. Seriously people, get over yourselves. 

Personally, I'm not interested in Kim Kardashian. AND don't even get me started on Kanye West- cocky, arrogant, questionable talent, narcissist - trust me, I can go on and on. But then again, I've never met them, probably never will, so my judgement is based on actions, appearances and media interpretations. Except for Kanye's music, it's shit.

So, back to

Vogue

and

Anna Wintour

... THEY can put anyone THEY choose on the cover. Like

them

or NOT,

Kimye are a super-famous, headline-making, fashion-loving power couple. And frankly, I'd rather see Kimye on the cover of Vogue rather than Anna Wintour's pet, Lena Dunham, as I'm sure the make up artists, stylists and photoshoppers feel the same.

Are we going to boycott Vogue? Stop reading Vogue?? Cancel subscription to Vogue??? The answer [and YOU know it] is NO.

Watch a behind-the-scenes video clip with Kimye and the very adorable baby North, on the Vogue set with Annie Leibovitz.

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My Life in VOGUE {contest}

What is the secret to [your] personal style? VOGUE wants to know! And they're giving a lucky winner a $2,500 Theory gift card... so here's the scoop:  Vogue.com brings you into the real lives, and closets, of six brilliant young women— a curator, composer, actress, wealth manager, design guru, and blogger —discovered on the streets of New York. In intimate mini-films, by acclaimed documentarians SeeThink Films’s Andrew Neel and Luke Meyer, these women reveal that the trick to living beautifully involves being clever, conscientious, and courageous in everything you do—from who you love to the books you read, from how you share to what you wear.

*Watch their stories here:

http://www.vogue.com/

mylifeinvogue

/ 

Then, be sure to upload your own “My Life in Vogue” video for a chance to win 

a $2,500 Theory gift card and have your

 video featured on 

Vogue.com

.

1. The winner will be chosen by Vogue.com readers from a pool of finalists chosen by our editors. 

1. *Submission deadline:March 24, 2014

1. To enter:

1. Go to: http://www.vogue.com/mylifeinvogue/
   1. Click the Upload Video button
   2. Go through the steps 
   3. Let us know if you have any problems
   4. Can't make it work? We'll upload your video for you! 
   5. NOTE: This video can be as short as 45 seconds!
   1. Need more tips: http://www.vogue.com/vogue-daily/article/vogue-launches-my-life-in-vogue-contest/#1
   1. Keep in mind these three rules when entering:
   1. Shoot only in your home or public spaces. Museums, galleries, restaurants, and theaters are off limits unless you can obtain written permission from the proprietor that can be supplied to Vogue upon request.
   2. Steer clear of book covers, record covers, logos, brand names, and labels (spines of book jackets are OK)—it can't be misconstrued as an advertisement.
   3. While our videos are set to music, yours should not be—that includes background music. All submissions should feature voice-overs or dialogue only.

All's fair in love & fashion so good luck!! 

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Beyond the Lace: Looks Hot Off the Lingerie Week Runway

by guest author Michelle Rugers

Lingerie Fashion Weekended on a high note in February with a robust runway show and official closing party in New York City. 

The closing show featured 36 looks from across the lingerie spectrum including designers such as Blackbird Underpinnings, Layneau Collections, Lola Haze and Clare Bare, to name a few. We saw chic models strut their stuff in the latest classy lingerie looks adorned with jewels and lace, cutouts, mottled fabrics and retro shapes.

Royal Wear

The catwalks featured looks of royal measure. Rich jewel tones were used to create body suits and separates alike giving them a royal and elegant feel. We saw ruby reds and deep golds on the NaiS models along side deep purples in the Affinitas Intimates collection.

Retro Chic

An homage to the days of high waists and modest coverings, this look focuses on crochet-inspired prints and embroidery detailing. From high-waist bottoms and suspenders featured on the NaiS runway to full-body suits by Lola Haze this look entices while leaving a bit more to the imagination.

Photo by bahianoticias via Flickr

Classically Comfortable

Comfort and fashion do not have to be polar opposites. In fact, BlackBird Underpinnings featured elegant looks of silk camisole and short sets with thigh high stockings that are a far cry from the dated silk looks of the past. Neveah Intimates also featured some lounge-worthy looks that tie, plunge and accent in all the right places to be casually pretty.

Bold and Beautiful

Goodbye frills and subtlety, hello straps, cutouts and bold prints. Some daring looks made their way down the runways this season but not in the same fashion we're used to. It was less about leather and bondage, more about daring and selectively showing. For example, FYI by Dani Reed showcased some gorgeous numbers with pretty pink fabric accented by bold, black straps to combine femininity and sex appeal. Likewise, Neveah used low, plunging necklines and garter belts to create illusions and flashes of skin amid exotic prints.

Photo by yoobee420 via Flickr

Gracious with Lace

Lace has long been a staple in lingerie wear and is not likely to leave the scene anytime soon. What we do see, however, are the different incantations of lace in various lingerie looks. This year we were presented with a variety of pattern and lace combinations including a variety of animal prints as well as looks of head-to-toe lace.

Photo by Laurent Jean Philippe via Flickr

Bumped Up

We even saw some moms-to-be strutting their stuff down the runway in bump accentuating attire by You! Lingerie. The designer celebrated the pregnant body with bold color choices, black lace and cleavage-popping tops.

Feeling inspired? Spice up your lingerie collection and create your own on-trend lingerie looks by flipping through some 

Promostyl trend books . Once you've found your style inspiration, sites like YumDrop lingerie can help bring them to your doorstep.

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Daily Outfit Inspiration by Demi Styles

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W

ho knew that

mixing prints

could be so much fun? If you're looking to change your

regular

, classic look for a day, try

experimenting

with prints. One great way to do so this

season

, is by mixing

floral

with your favorite

plaid

,

checkered

, or

regularly

striped

print! Don't be afraid, because it is

only

tacky when you have more than one other print! Make sure all of your accessories are either

neutrals

or

solids

. 

Check out where you can get this

entire

look:

Sunglasses:

Versace

Purse:

Alexander Wang

Shoes:

Chloe

Top:

Jonathan Saunders

Bottoms:

TopShop

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DEMI STYLES

BTS - Jeffrey Fashion Cares 2014

BTS with Jeffrey Fashion Cares 2014

Instagram repost from Caren West PR

If Monday is this glamorous for Jeffrey McQuithy, Louise Sams and Lila Hertz, I can only imagine what the rest of the week will bring! For real... who starts the week off in black tie? [Jeffrey in Etro, Louise is wearing Simone Rocha and Lila in Dior.] Well actually, there is a fabulous cause behind the couture:

Jeffrey Fashion Cares 2014!

YES darlings, can you believe we're already talking JFC?!! The first planning meeting is coming up very soon and I'll be sure to bring you ALL the scoop I possibly can from the committee. BUT for now, we can swoon over this absolutely exquisite,

behind-the-scenes

photo of the Co-Chairs taken by JFC pr maven Caren West. I will speculate that if the "styling" of the shoot is any indication of what to expect from this year's event, all I've got to say is O-EM-GEE! 

*The 22nd Annual Jeffrey Fashion Cares is on August 25th, save-the-date! 

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