Celebrity Inspired Holiday Style

Getting your favorite celebrity look is a great dressing idea for holiday parties. Celebrities are always inspiring and especially when it's about fashion, most of us want to be like a star at the red carpet. So this holiday season, why don't you dress like your favorite celebrity? You do not require a Versace or Armani dress for that but selecting the right accessory can also turn you into the celebrity you wanted to be. Here are two DIY celebrity costume ideas to help you live the star status at the upcoming Thanksgiving feast.

Kate Middleton:

'The People's Princess' is well known for her simple yet splendid style. Kate knows the perfect way to look glamorous without spending multiple dollars. She is thrifty and never afraid of recycling her dresses and jewelry. Therefore, it is easy to dress like the princess. Choose a coatdress in blue, green or grey with matching hat and get a ring inspired by that signature blue sapphire and diamond engagement ring with a pair of pearl dangles like those worn by her at many occasions. With minimal make-up, shiny open locks and a pair of wedges, you are ready like the princess.

      

Angelina Jolie:

The modern Cleopatra of Hollywood always carries a look so classy that everyone wants to replicate. Carry the elegance with sensuality, bring out your LBD or a flowing green gown, half swept your hair and add a pair of emerald earrings to be like the party beauty. For much resemblance, you can try some temporary tattoos.

       

Dressing like your favorite celebrity is so easy and its fun too. While you will find the dress in your wardrobe or at the nearest mall, I would suggest getting fine jewelry. It is because the real gemstone jewelry always has an appraisal value and it is timeless. Not just the holiday party but you can wear it ever after. I have picked these celebrity-inspired jewels from Angara.com, which has a remarkable selection of fine gemstone jewelry. The store is also offering great discounts and exclusive free jewelry gifts for Thanksgiving Day. That ways you have a great chance to get your favorite celebrity inspired jewelry at a value found never before. 

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Jane Fonda’s optical illusion dress reminds one of Tanzanite

Cannes Film Festival is on and we have celebrities gracing the red carpets and making headlines. It was 74-year-old Jane Fonda who showed that even at her age she knows how she can stand out among the actresses less than half her age. She chose to wear an optical illusion dress in black and white. This full-length attire highlighted her curves, if we look at the gemstones Tanzanite gem stone shows a remarkable optical illusion property known as trichroicism. But Fonda decided to pair up her updo with a pair of emerald earrings.

She was at the Rust and Bone premiere and as for the accessories she wore delicate black heels along with a clutch that matched her emerald earrings. Pairing black with emeralds is a trend that has always stood out on the red carpet. Who can forget the enormous 18-ct emerald earrings of Angelina Jolie?

Black definitely enhances the sparkle of the green emeralds. So, emeralds definitely are a good option to pair with a black or black and white dress. But we should not restrict it to just emeralds. Blue gems also go well with black attire so one can also pair up an optical illusion dress similar to the one worn by Fonda with a pair of Tanzanite earrings. If you don’t know already, Tanzanite has a unique property to absorb different light wavelengths as a result this gemstone can appear to have different colors.

Cate Blanchett chose to wear tanzanite and diamond necklace at the 61^st Cannes Film festival four years ago. Earlier this one of the biggest and most glamorous film festival started in a very star-studded fashion with some stunning celebrities gracing the red carpet.

Some stars that sparkled at the opening ceremony included Eva Longoria, she looked impressive in a full length dress along with a train. Jessica Chastain also garnered a lot of praise for her white Alexander McQueen dress that had a daring neckline. Another star that can be added to the list is Tilda Swinton, chose a gold dress for the occasion.

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Kate Middleton’s first official speech look was inspired by mother Carole’s style

After the emerald green shades of St. Patrick’s Day, the Duchess of Cambridge returned to her favorite blue sapphire. No, no! We are not talking about the engagement ring. It is her favorite color for dresses.

Kate Middleton, for her first public speech as a royal family member, has opted for a royal blue Reiss dress.

The eloquent belted ensemble looked graceful. For the official opening of the East Angelia children’s Hospice at the Treehouse in Ipswich, Kate accessorized her fascinating blue looks with a pair gemstone dangle earrings and a diamond cross pendant. Of course her sapphire engagement ring was there at the proud position.

As it was her first public speech so she looked a bit nervous and probably got the confidence from her mother’s style. The dress Duchess wearing for the occasion was inspired by her mother Carole Middleton’s royal blue Reiss dress that she wore to Ascot in 2010. Earlier too Catherine wore her mother’s hat to the wedding of Nicholas van Cutsem in 2011.

It’s clear that Kate has inherited the style from her mother and Reiss designs are among her most liked looks.

From her engagement to this first official speech, we have seen an array of blue shades around the Duchess and it’s surprisingly wonderful that every style she wore was splendid and pristine. Whether she has inherited it from her mother or from her late mother-in-law Princess Diana, she exactly knows how to bring it to life.

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Celebs’ Vanity Fair looks

Like the Oscars award ceremony the Vanity Fair party was also a glamorized affair. Undoubtedly it was a full moon night for Hollywood. And the stars were shining brightly at the red carpet. Have a look at few of the enviously charming starlets who were the picture of poise at the Vanity Fair Awards party:

Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes:

It is first to impossible to overlook this romantic couple. Tom was looking dapper in midnight blue suit and he had the sensual compliment in his arms – Katie Holmes. The mother of one was looking absolutely stunning in embellished blue chiffon Elie Saab gown and gold string necklace which she paired with simple studs.

David and Victoria Beckham:

The English soccer stud and his spicy girl were among the invitees at the Oscars after party. In black suit with bow-tie, David was looking as handsome as always. For Victoria we could only say – spicy girl! She was picture perfect in dove grey strapless creation from her eponymous line. The emerald ring she was wearing was the eclectic choice.

Emma Stone:

In a black tiered peek-a-boo ensemble by Chanel, Emma Stone was every inch enticing. The contrast party style was equally welcomed by shutterbugs as her Oscars red bow style. The diamond ring and studs were the pretty perfect complement to her lovely style.

Jennifer Lopez:

The music sensation was among the dark looks at the Vanity Fair party. She replaced her nude shell stripped ceremony Zuhair Murad gown with burgundy low neck sequin gown. The diamond studs and rings she picked were perfectly occasion appropriate.

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Angelina Jolie’s at Paris Premiere of ‘In the Land of Blood and Honey’

Another soul stealing look of Angelina Jolie! This time Paris witnessed the insanely glamorous and extremely charming style of the academy winner. After the emotional premiere in Sarajevo, Bosnia, the Hollywood power couple arrived in French capital for the promotion of Jolie’s directorial debut.

The couple arrives at the red carpet in their usual surprising style. And the flamboyant beauty of Jolie had instantly attracted all the glam light. She was the picture of pose in her Ralph and Russo white pencil creation which she teamed with Lorraine Schwartz extravagant pearl earrings and Jimmy Choo shoes.

The one-shoulder ensemble with a large white rose resembling add-on on the left shoulder was showing off her flawless radiant skin and some of her tattoos. And the small black stone details on the upper crimps of the dress were punctuating her elegant persona.
Jolie kept her make-up simple and opted only for her famous sensual red lipstick and dark eyeliner. She left her locks down and slightly curled.
She was so stunning that even Brad Pitt in his Gucci black suit with a pair of shaded glasses was unable to steal the limelight. Although together the world’s most talented couple was looking eye-captivating.
As the couple are said to be planning on getting married in a small intimate ceremony at their 16^th century French chateau so they may return to France very soon.
Now after so many awe style variations we are waiting to see the couple in the wedding looks but before that it’s time for Academy Awards and the world is anxiously waiting to watch Angelina in another heart-capturing avatar.
Can you guess her dress and jewelry for the coming Oscar’s red carpet?

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Kate Middleton is Tatler’s latest cover girl

Kate Middleton, the future Queen is the latest cover girl of Tatler. Her charming looks and iconic personality show no sign of going slower in future. The cover shot image is from one of Kate’s royal tours and the magazine has a featured article saying ‘Kate: What to Expect When You are Expecting.’ It will be the cover page for February 2012 edition.

The Duchess of Cambridge has a graceful style of her own which captured millions of hearts and become a source of fashion inspiration. Her style emerged from safe and conservative to elegant and chic in past few months. Let’s have a snap shot of Princess Kate’s flamboyant and luminous fashion where the imperial configuration is on top of the world with the evergreen grace and elegance.

The charming and glowing Kate has captured everyone’s heart when William and she declared their engagement. Remember the sapphire engagement ring which made a big hit in the last year’s jewelry trends and the blue knee length that she donned for her first appearance. Her infectious looks and perfectly matching jewelry were added a lot in her style.

Her rosy cheeks and lips became red with happiness when she visited St. Andrew’s with William where they first met during college days. Her red dress with diamond studs and smoky eyes have added a blush to her ecstatic looks.

And who can forget the Princess bride? The ivory bridal gown with floor sweeping veil became a topic of every talk. Her diamond jewelry including the tiara complemented her subtle look for the day.

Her first public appearance as the Duchess of Cambridge was effortlessly aesthetic and casual where she chosen a half-up half-down hairstyle with her favorite minimal but noticeable accessory style. The citrine and diamond earrings were amazingly made a remarkable combination with her blue tones.

During her official royal tour in Canada she conveyed high royal fashion waves. Her selection of clothing and accessories spoke about her careful observation and elite election according to events. She opted for a maple diamond brooch with violet dress for an evening function where as an unresisting combination of white and red with diamond studs and pendant was a lovely symbol of her royal visit to Canada.

Even more recently she went with a lace work evening gown for red carpet and it was another style statement of the Duchess.

We are hoping to have more and more classic and contemporary trends from the future queen.

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Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s sensual red carpet appearance

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt exactly know how to make a good show! Their enticing presence in 23^rd International Palm Springs Film Festival on Saturday at the Palm Springs convention center, California has caught all the pairs of eyes. The couple has magnetic charisma and they always succeed in creating a charming appeal for themselves.

This time Brad Pitt appeared at the red carpet in black suit with his sensual partner and a cane, surprisingly a new accessory. The secret to this new addition to his accessory was unveiled as an accidental injury to his ACL (a ligament in the knee). The Moneyball star reveled that he slipped while carrying his daughter Vivienne down the hill and in order to protect her, he got his knee injured.

Brad is even looking smart with a cane and Angelia said that she has no problem with the cane. In fact she thanked to brad for his valiant action that their daughter is safe.

Even during the whole event Angelina was teaming up with Brad in order to ensure that he would not topple over. Her radiant looks were greatly complementing Brad’s daring attitude and the two were looking the most loved-up couple of the festival.

Angelina Jolie’s wrinkled backless dress with luminous bold diamond studs was a perfect red carpet plum. It’s not for the first time that Angelina and brad have made a sensual red carpet appearance but of course every appearance of the couple is as new and bewitching as the first one.

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Summer Fashion Trends 2011

Forever evolving, fashion is in a constant state of change. It is interesting to take note of the changing trends in the world of fashion especially if you happen to be an ardent follower of the latest fashion styles that are in vogue and enjoy planning your wardrobe in accordance. With every change of season fashion too predicts what is in and what isn’t so that you don’t end up making any fashion blunders. If you are still wondering what the summer fashion trends for this year are then here is an insight into what is going to be considered fashionable and in vogue this season.

 

The colors that are forecasted to rule this season are light breezy hues that look feminine and pretty. Also colors that are bright and rejuvenating besides being cheerful are also recommended. White as always continues to rule and never ceases to be a color that makes a strong fashion statement. Floral prints are in especially for light summer dresses that are sure to enliven any mood or moment.

A sheer look in clothes is definitely in so you can indulge in some sensuous evening dresses and chic tunics that will surely make an impact besides accentuating your curves to perfection. You can even go ahead and experiment with some interesting patterns whether geometric, animal or floral. One very important thing to keep in mind while adhering to any current fashion trend is to wear what makes you comfortable and never opt for clothes no matter how fashionable that make you feel conscious or uneasy.

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Lady Antebellum’s Hillary Scott Engaged!

Lady Antebellum’s Hillary Scott is the newest in the celebrities to get engaged. Scott got recently engaged to her drummer boyfriend Chris Tyrell.

Scott’s boyfriend popped the question on this July 4th weekend while the couple were on the late at East Tennesse. After their hike, Tyrell got down on one knee and popped the question.

In an interview Scott said, “We feel so blessed by God that He sent us each other, and we are looking so forward to forever together.”

Lady Antebellum’s recent hit ‘Just a kiss’ was inspired by their relationship.

Here’s wishing the couple lot of happiness!

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Remembering Princess Diana!

Princess Diana would have been celebrating her 50th birthday today on July1st, 2011.

One of the magazines put their cover image of princess Dina, imagining how she would have looked at 50 and that of Kate Middleton together. And although, this image has stirred up quite many conversations, a lot of whom didn’t like the idea of putting Diana’s ghostly image.

Quite contrary to this, I found it quite interesting. Since the time Prince William got engaged to Kate Middleton, there have been innumerous comparisons of the two. Seeing the image of them on the same canvas (even if fictitious) was an intriguing sight.

What’s do you thing about this – Brilliant Imagination or a cheap trick??

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Julie Benz Engaged!

Love is in the air. Former Dexter’s actress Julie Benz recently got engaged to her boyfriend, Rich Orosco. Well you can’t say a no when you are popped the question with a stunning $80K rock and Mariachi band.

"The proposal was simple and beautiful -- and then I was shocked by the pop-up surprise Mexican fiesta engagement party," Benz said. "What girl doesn't want to be serenaded by a Mariachi band surrounded by close friends and family?"

Benz’s engagement ring had a stunning cushion cut diamond, which was brilliantly complemented with pave diamond border set in handmade platinum band. The milgrain detailing in the ring gives the ring a very vintage look.

After Kim Kardashian, it is Julie Benz, let’s see who’s next?

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Kayne West flaunts $300,000 Jewelry at BET Awards

Now this is called doing it big. Grammy winner rapper Kayne West was reportedly wearing jewelry worth approximately $300,000.

The rapper fashioned multiple gold pieces, custom made by Jacob & Co. The gold chain with Egyptian God Horus as well as the four finger pyramid ring are made in 24k Yellow Gold.

Yeezy posted on his blog explaining the Egyptian symbols. Horus, he said is one of the oldest and most magnificent deities worshipped in Ancient Egypt. He was worshipped as the God of Sky, God of War and the God of Protection.

 

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Kate Middleton looks stunning as ever at the Irish Guards Medal Ceremony

It has been almost two months that Will and Kate got married, but we never seem to get enough of them. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were attending a ceremony held to honor the Irish guards in London on Armed Forces Day.

Like always, this time too Kate was dressed perfectly for the occasion. She wore a classic blue coat with matching shoes and a fancy hat. There was a very subtle touch of jewelry with her much talked about diamond sapphire engagement ring and dangling gemstone earrings.

This was the first event of Prince William as the Colonel-in-Chief of Irish guards, an honor that he received this February.

The newly wed couple took time to personally speak with all of the 60 members. In his speech Prince William said, "I am proud to be your Colonel. I am humbled by the thought of the sacrifices that you and your families have made and the losses that you suffered, all in the service of our country."

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5 Celebrated Women and their love for Pearls

While I was searching for my previous post Have fun with June Birthstone, Pearls; I found out something very interesting. Most of the women that you could call as endorsed pearls were all strong women, public figures, roles models for many and all of them were considered as a fashion icon of their times.

Here are 5 Celebrated Women who swore by their pearls .

1. Queen Elizabeth II

Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II often seen adorning strands of pearl when making public appearances. Her love for pearls can also be said to have inherited from her mother Queen Elizabeth I who was known for her extravagant taste and her vast collection of pearl jewelry.

 

2. Coco Chanel

  Famous French designer, one who bought radical changes in imitation jewelry, Coco Channel was known as a fashion icon in her times. She would often experiment with pearls. They say she would put in a rope of fake pearls between real one and wear them and no one would ever know that they are fake.

 

3. Princess Diana

Princess Diana was regarded as the most stylish woman of her times. Her jewelry and her dresses were talked about world over. She possessed a fine collection of jewelry of which pearls were an eminent part. This seven-strand pearl choker necklace with sapphire at center was made out of a brooch that Queen Elizabeth II gifted her on her wedding.

 

4. Elizabeth Taylor

A fine actress of her times, Elizabeth Taylor was known to have one of the finest collect of jewels. She even possessed ‘La Peregrina’ (picture above), largest pear shaped natural pearl.

5. Michelle Obama

First Lady, Michelle Obama is the new age icon of fashion who is very often seen sporting strands of pearl in her public appearances and to some extent responsible for bringing pearls back in fashion. 

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Jay Leno does a fire test to Kim Kardashian’s engagement ring

Now here is something one doesn’t get to hear about often. Jay Leno had an interesting experiment with Kim Kardashian’s ring. Kim’s 20.5 carat diamond engagement ring has been all over in news and since lot of people couldn’t digest the hugeness of the rock they started calling it faux.

 

Finally, to put an end to all such stories, Jay Leno in ‘The Tonight Show’ put her engagement ring on a fire test. Kim even asked Jay to sign a contract that he would pay the insurance if something happens to the ring. And he convinced her that if the diamonds are real, nothing would happen to the ring. However, if they are fake or CZ, they would catch fire immediately.

Soon after the show Kim tweeted ,”OMG u will NOT believe what Jay Leno did to my ring tonight on the show!!!! I almost cried! LOL.”

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Celebrities in Chopard Jewels at Cannes

American Actress, James Fonda wore a gold necklace set with diamonds (53.5 cts) and a huge 160 cts. sapphire.

 

Penelope Cruz, wearing a stunning diamond and rubellite drop earrings.

 

Uma Thurman flaunts her chandelier earrings.

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Kate Middleton’s Wedding Dress and Tiara

The world witnessed the Wedding of the Century yesterday. And, the most talked about subject was the Wedding Dress of Kate Middleton or shall we call Her Royal Highness Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge.

She looked absolutely stunning! Her wedding dress was something every girl would dream of! As many did speculate, her beautiful dress was designed by Sarah Burton of Alexander McQueen’s. The long and sheer veil, the hand embroidered sleeves, and about 6 feet long train – everything about the dress showcased a mix of tradition and modernity.

And, talking about her wedding dress, how can we not talk about the tiara. The tiara that Kate wore is the famous Cartier’s Halo Tiara of queen, borrowed for this special occasion. It was actually made in 1936, and Queen’s Father King George VI (remember The King’s Speech) gifted Queen’s Mother three weeks before he took over the throne. Gifted to the Queen on her 18th birthday.

Set with baguette cut old diamonds, and with its floral formations, the tiara looks absolutely gorgeous. The diamond earrings  that Kate wore on this special day were gifted by her parents and were specially designed to complement the tiara.

Nothing to fall short of a Fairytale Wedding!

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