Fringespiration

 

So, for those who follow me on Instagram and Twitter (myfashionbox), you'll know that last week I decided (on a whim) to have a fringe cut for Vogue's Fashion Night Out - after all, if you are going to make a hair statement, what better event to do it for right?

It's been less than a weeks since I opted to get bangs, every time I get them I have a vision of what I want it to look like (this time it was Jessica Biel) and it very rarely turns out like that and I am instead left trawling through countless celebrity hairstyle images to gain an idea on how to style my fringe. I know that I'm not the only girl to do this, hence the reason behind what you're now reading.  My fringespiration (in no particular order)...

1.Zoe Deschanel

 I don't care who you are, any female (or male) on this earth who says they don't fancy something about Zoe Deschanel is a liar, be it her style, nails or those to die for bangs, she has it all going on.  She's one of those lucky people who can still carry of any hair style with her fringe and it's makes us completely lustful.

 

2.  Sienna Miller

Another who looks beyond gorgeous with a fringe is British model and actress Sienna Miller.  Wearing hers with an updo and a few strands left down to frame the face, this is a style that most of us can imitate with ease, and is perfect for those early mornings when you are left with little time left to style.

 

3. Lily Collins

We all know having a fringe can be high maintenance,  another simple but effective way to style yours is demonstrated here by Lily Collins, a simple 'half up, half down' style, add in a few loose waves and you're good to go.

 

4. Leighton Meester

 

If, like me, you have fine hair, you might find having a fringe somewhat challenging.  Take notes from style icon Leighton Meester and add some curls to the length of your hair to give the appearance of volume and texture.

 

5. Heidi Klum

 

As one of the original supers, everything Heidi Klum does is fabulous.  This look though, tops them all.  Sweeping her hair into a side parting and adding some Old Hollywood curls, this look is the epitome of glamour.

6.  Cheryl Cole

It's very rare that I add Cheryl Cole to any kind of list of my favourite things, yet here she is.  I'm partial to a ponytail and I like the way that Cheryl's softly parted her fringe down the middle to frame her face.

 

7.  Rooney Mara

For someone like me, this look is totally unachievable. You have to have the right kind of look to pull off a fringe like this and Rooney Mara definitely has that Je ne sais quoi.

 

 

 



Look of the Week: Blair Waldorf

*****SPOILER ALERT*****

Just a little warning, if you haven't yet seen Season 5 Episode 3 of Gossip Girl, then you might want to skip this post.

Whilst she may have disappointed us all by revealing that she is in fact carrying fiancee Louis baby and not Chucks (I'm still holding out hope for false DNA results), Blair Waldorf did the opposite when it came to this weeks wardrobe choices.

First up is this gorgeous blue floral dress with the black sash by none over than french power house Louis Vuitton (well she is technically marrying a French Prince).  Not so dissimilar from that which Claire Danes wore earlier on in the year to the SAG Awards (below).  The dress was short, feminine and totally Blair.  So stunning that after visiting Chuck to give him the not-so-good-news in it that he finally started to cry.

Next up is actually a Gossip Girl favourite - Jenny Packham.  Blair wore this stunning embellished grey dress from the Spring/Summer 2011 collection.  Those of you who have seen the episode cant deny that it looked better on Blair than on the runway....

On an extra note I this week found the writers of Gossip Girl on twitter (@GGWriters), so all together now, lets bombard them with tweets demanding baby Chair!!

3.1 Phillip Lim SS 2012

In stark contrast to the likes of Prabal and Posen, Phillip Lim yesterday showed his minimalistic and slightly androgynous collection on the penultimate day of New York Fashion Week SS 2012. His ethereal collection concentrated on the 'freedom fragility of kites' according to his show notes and was a succession of light, simple and highly wearable pieces.

He kept with the colour blocking trend, but his was more synonymous with the collections of DVF and Preen than what we have seen from designers such as Rag & Bone this season.  The show began with a pastel pallet with colours such as dusty pink, purples and oranges and gradually moved into monochromatic colouring before introducing darker shades of navy and a bold black and white print.

He chose to layer a lot of his pieces and certain looks seemed to create that sportswear luxe feel that has been anticipated from a lot of designers in light on the 2012 Olympics.  There were trousers with side slits, jackets with crew necks and racer back tee's.

Already a favourite among the likes of Leighton Meester and Jessica Biel, the wearability of this collection can only increase the designers already wide audience.

2011 MTV Movie Awards

Ok, so I know that the MTV awards are hardly the most prestigious of awards, but they are definitely my favourite, yes, I even had the date saved in my diary.  What’s not to love, the opening scene is always hilarious, the world previews of certain movies (yes I’m a ‘twi-hard’ and ‘potter geek’) and most importantly, the outfits. 

This year the stars did not disappoint, neither did the designers.  Balmain, notorious for being over selective when it comes to lending outfits to celebrities loaned outfits to three, yes that’s three, stars for Sundays events. 

First up we have Kristen Stewart wearing a fitted bodiced dress with her customary short length, the dress, made up of red and black safety pins, was originally presented as a jacket in the French Houses Spring/ Summer 2011 collection but was reworked for the Twilight actress.  Worn with side swept hair, and miles of pale white pins, Kristen has come a long way since she first stopped on the red carpet not even knowing how to smile.

Next up was Mila Kunis, who rocked a two piece ensemble with a black top and embellished skirt taken from the fashion houses Spring/Summer 2011 collection.

Finally was Leighton Meester, who opted for a metallic silver long sleeved cocktail dress,  Pierre Hardy shoes, Paco Rabanne Bag and Bulgari Jewels.  She didn’t manage to win the Best Villain popcorn award, losing out to Tom Felton of Harry Potter fame, but she was definitely the best dressed Gossip Girl of the evening.

Speaking of Gossip Girl, Jessica Szhor seemed to be taking fashion tips from Shakira, wearing an Alice + Olivia one piece.  Metallic clutch with tousled hair, this look might work on the Columbian beauty, but next time Jessica might be better off taking advice from the other GG girls.

Making the final Gossip Girl appearance of the night, Blake Lively, presenting award for Best Kiss with Green Hornet Co Star Ryan Reynolds, made a statement in an electric blue Michael Kors fitted dress with illusion panels mixing it up with purple suede Louboutins and Lorraine Schwarts jewellery and a long sleek pony, similar to that of Victoria Beckham at the Royal wedding. 

Ryan Reynolds looked every bit as beautiful as his usual self in a navy Band of Outsiders cardigan, grey trousers, Alternative Apparel gingham shirt and khaki Vans shoes.  Proof that men really do get better looking with age.

Reese Witherspoon, awarded the Generation award by Patrick Dempsey, Chelsea Handler, and perhaps the funniest speaker of the night - Robert Pattinson, accepted her popcorn trophy in a brown and aqua leopard print Vivienne Westwood dress.  Her acceptance speech managed to hit headlines after being seen as a dig at American socialites such as Kim Kardashian and Paris Hilton:-

‘Its possible to make it in Hollywood without doing a reality show.  When I came up in this business if you made a sex tape you were embarrassed and hid it under your bed.  If you take naked pictures of yourself on your cell phone, hide your face people’

 - The woman has a point.

On stage with her was Hollywood hottie, and the object of my own obsession, Robert Pattinson, looking every inch his casual self in a two buttoned blazer, blue and grey plaid shirt and his uniform trainers.  Is there anyone else in the world who could pull of this look as well as Rpattz?

Talking of Twilight men, Robert Pattinson caused quite a stir when, going against the ‘will they wont they’ kiss act that Robsten usually embark on after picking up the popcorn for best kiss, he decided to run through the audience to instead kiss co-star Taylor Lautner.  Taylor Lautner himself looked, there is not other word for it - beautiful in grey faded jeans, brown scuffed boots and black shirt open to sternum.  His jacket appeared to be black leather jacket but on second glance just had a waxed finish.

Two more Twilight stars who deserve a mention for their outfits - Bryce Dallas Howard and Xavier Samuels.  Both were recipients of the ‘Best Fight’ award, alongside Robert Pattinson for Eclipse.  Bryce looked glowing in a white and pink flowing J Crew maxi dress, and Xavier Samuels opted for a smarted look than that of his co-stars, with a white shirt and black suit complete with black waistcoat.

Rocking the playsuit trend were Elle Fanning and Cameron Diaz.  Cameron went for a plain black satin playsuit whilst Elle went for a feminine pink floral playsuit with white floral wedges, all by Dolce and Gabbana.

Flying the flag for the British were the lovely Emma Watson and Spiderman star Andrew Garfield.  Emma wore a short ivory jewel encrusted Marchesa dress, giving the appearance of very strong shoulder on her petite frame, complete with 6 inch metallic silver Brian Atwood heels.  Andrew Garfield went for a mixture of casual and sophisticated, wearing indigo jeans with a waxed finish, denim plimsolls, a navy blazer with gold buttons and hair to rival that of new BFF Robert Pattinson.

Finally, my personal favourite.  Emma Stone in a yellow satin knee length dress with a black lace overlay from Bottega Venetta’s fall 2011 collection an orange woven Bottega Veneta clutch and tan Casadei satin platform pumps.