Megan and Alex - What A Couple

Megan Gale took to the catwalk with grace and elegance in the latest designs from my favourite designer, Mr Alex Perry.

Megan looked amazing in bright coloured dresses in reds, curacao blue, paprika and blood orange - the colours work and look spectacular.

If there is one thing that Alex Perry can do and does so right everytime - is to make dressess that flatter the female form.

These dresses are sure to feature of the coming months awards season here in OZ and around the world.

Bravo Mr Perry and Ms Gale!

Photos http://www.thevine.com.au/fashion/runway/

In Memory

Today the world lost another of its group of iconic actors, Ms Elizabeth Taylor.

Dame Elizabeth Rosemond "Liz" Taylor, DBE (February 27, 1932 – March 23, 2011) was an English-born American actress.

Beginning as a child star then throughout her adulthood, she became known for her acting talent, glamour and beauty; as well as a much publicised private life, which included eight marriages, several near-death experiences, and decades spent as a social activist, championing the cause of AIDS awareness, prevention and cure.

Taylor, a two-time winner of the Academy Award for Best Actress, was considered one of the great screen actresses of Hollywood's Golden Age.

A truly stylish lady with a big heart and a desire to help find a cure for aids - the world has lost a great woman who is now at peace.

If you have a chance today or tomorrow, log onto this site Elizabeth Taylor Aids Foundation

R.I.P Ms Taylor

The Trench

Thank goodness for the Trench coat.

Timeless. Elegant. Up For Anything!

Invented by Thomas Burberry (the man behind the famous UK label) in 1901, this chic coat design has stood the test of time — and doesn’t look to be going out of fashion any time soon.

Wear it buttoned up over a mini dress with boots in winter or casually open over jeans in spring.

Choose monochromatic colours such as black, brown or cream for longer-lasting style.

Jessica Simpson Does Shoes!

Ooooo - I lurve shoes!!

And apparently so does Jessica Simpson.

So who would have known that she (well someone has) has been able to put together a few good pairs in her line of shoes aptly named Jessica Simpson Collection.

I really don't like it when "celebrities" intrude in areas that they should leave alone -  eg Madonna & Movies, Paris Hilton & Singing, Bjork & Fashion - I think it makes it harder for the people that know and exceed in these areas to make a bigger impact in the fashion world.

But getting back to Jess and her shoes - I'm impressed - so much in fact I've gone to find them in person and they are really good looking shoes.

It also came as a surprise to me the large amount of goods she has on her website jessicasimpsoncollection. Its huge and the products on offer are good if not great!

She is currently estimated to have pulled in over $100million from her collection in 2010!! Not bad for a girl that got famous for asking if Chicken from the Sea was really chicken!

So here I have put together a few of my favourites - keep an eye out in your local fashion boutiques to have a look and try on the shoes - like me - you will be surprised!

And The Winners (&losers) Are????

Well I have been critiquing all of the finey from the 2011 OSCARS and have compiled a fairly large amount of WINNING gowns - it has taken me all day :)

What was a great think to see what the varied range of designers being used and some that I haven't heard of which was super exciting.

I was thrilled to bits to see the effort that the stylists have gone to this year and although disappointed by the lack of disastors, and I think these OSCARS will be one the most stylish for a long time.

So here goes......

WINNERS

Reese - A bit boring but she looks great

Sandra - Didn't want to be there but still looks beautiful

My fav of the night! Love it!!

LOSERS

Are you really suprised??

Her stylist should be shot - her hips look gigantic!!

This is the worst dress I have ever seen Annie Hathaway wear



Words fail me - what decade does she think we live in?



Good grief!

 I bet there are sure to be some talk about the list - like where is Cate Blanchett and Jac Weaver - both gowns I couldn't decide where to put - they weren't ugly but they just left me a bit empty....

In the men's stakes - well they all looked handsome with a special mention to Russell Brand for stepping outside the traditional black and white suit habit!

The leather tie and checkered shirt were respectful, irreverent and quirky - just like Russell!

Fashions Night of Nights - its OSCAR day!!

Hold onto your seats - it's my favourite day of the year - OSCARS!!!

Personally I think today should be a worldwide holiday but alas - I will be tuning in live at 12pm on Channel 9 to watch the fashions - OOOOOOOOoooooooo I'm so excited!!

Tune in later to see my fav gowns!! And fashion disasters!!

Sass & Bide London Fashion Week 2011

Sass & Bide have completed their shows for London Fashion Week 2011 and it was brilliant.

Check out their page on the offical LFW website http://www.londonfashionweek.co.uk/designer_profile.aspx?DesignerID=1306

Loads of orange in their Winter/Autumn collection - who would have thought orange could look this good!!

Designer names: Sarah-Jane Clarke (sass) and Heidi Middleton (bide)

Origin: Sydney, Australia
Career highlight: “Maintaining our unique and inspiring friendship.”
Background: Sarah-Jane studied at the Queensland University of Technology and was an accountant. Heidi went to Queensland College of Art and Griffith University and worked as an art director before they both set up the label.

Design signatures: “A clash of the bold, the strong, and the obscure.”

How would you describe the sass&bide woman? “Our wearer has an open mind, heart and spirit. She appreciates the beauty in life that surrounds her.”
What is your trademark piece? “A floor-length silk taffeta ikat skirt.”
Name three things that are inspiring you for autumn/winter 2011: “Colour, culture and energy.”

What’s next for your brand? “Our first London store!”

What music is playing in your studio this season? “Boney M!”