Lily Allen Paying Tribute to Michael Jackson Wearing One Glove

Despite the muddy fun, attendees were still stylish at this years Glastonbury’s festival. Much like America’s Coachella or Lollapalooza, tons of musicans perform on various stages, including; Cold War Kids, Jason Mraz, David Guetta, Peter, Bjorn and John, Blur, Crosby, Stills and Nash, N*E*R*D, Franz Ferdinand, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Lady GaGa, Lilly Allen, Bruce Springsteen, Neil Young  and hundreds more. 

Lily Allen wore an outrageous jumper and had no problems admitting her wardrobe malfunctions, similar to Janet Jackson’s back from Super Bowl days. Lily paid tribute to the late pop icon Michael Jackson, wearing one white glove. Before she performed, she was wearing Wellies (boots), like most music lovers attending the festival, despite the sun shining most of the time, it did rain at the start so the Wellies proved to be quite smart. 

Daisy Lowe, Pixie Geldof and Kelly Osbourne Rock Wellies

The sun was shining, but music lovers still arrived in Wellies (boots), prepared for mud, Naomi Campbell wore special edition Jimmy Choo crocodile print Wellies, which are only available on the Jimmy Choo website. We were told the demand was so high for these Wellies that last month customers were being placed on a wait list!  Department stores in the US like Nordstrom’s or London’s Harvey Nichols are two great places to find fashionable, yet afforable Wellies.  These boots are great for anything from rainy days, to Sundance Film Festival or, of course, Glastonbury next year.

Naomi Campbell in Wellies

Marion Cotillard at London Premiere of Public Enemies

Beautiful French Actress Marion Cotillard, who gained worldwide recognition and an Oscar last year, is stepping into her fame gracefully. Attending the London premiere of the much anticipated film Public Enemies where she co-stars with Johnny Depp and Eric Bana, Marion wore a bright red Vivienne Westwood satin strapless dress, oversized Stella McCartney handbag. At the films after party, which took place at London’s Home House, we asked the actress about her gorgeous shoes and she told us they were by Christian Dior, who she is a spokesperson for.

Both Johnny and Marion are scheduled to head to Paris next, where Marion is sure to make another elegant apperance on the red carpet.  Johnny, who seems to be getting more handsome with age, was dressed film themed appropriate, styled by Samantha McMillen, he signed autographs as he greeted fans for more than an hour. (more…)

Beat:  Behind The Seam

Looking for an apron that’s a little more daring to spice up your day?  Well let us introduce you to Helen Pham, who is the adorable owner and main designer of Simply Savvy Aprons.

The goal for Simply Savvy Aprons is to help women feel confident and sexy, especially when wearing an apron.  Her aprons have fun names like “Simply Sweet” and “Dessert TIme” and are affordably priced at around $30.  She creates aprons for all needs —  from cooks to hair stylists.  One of Pham’s mottos which we love is “chic aprons for the stylist and stylish.”

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Beat: We Pity The Fool Who Doesn’t Pick Up On This Great Deal

Recessionista Alert: This Burnt Orange Halter Gown by Badgley Mischka Platinum can be rented for a fraction of the cost.

It’s New York’s first “luxury on lease” boutique.

Looking for a spectacular dress for an upcoming wedding, vacation, date or just because but don’t have the cash to splurge on it?  Well instead of putting it on your credit card, be a smart recessionista and rent a dress!

That’s right.  RENT A DRESS!  From anywhere in the country from Ilus New York.  You can rent a dress online or if in New York, visit the boutique yourself.  President and Founder Linda Pratka developed Ilus to help women look like a million bucks without breaking the bank (THANK YOU!).

Look like you just stepped off the red carpet.  And really, here’s a secret not many like to share, but many stars you see on the red carpet are also borrowing dresses.

She carries a collection of designer dresses including Cynthia Rowley, Nicole Miller, Jill Stuart, Badgley Mischka Platimum to name drop just a few.

Check out this site:  http://www.ilus-nyc.com/

British show designer Nicholas Kirkwood is being called the next Christian Louboutin.

Instead of red soles, Kirkwood’s hallmark looks to be the slanted sole.

His shoes are really like pieces of art and truly “stand” on their own —  unique shapes, unparralled detail, staple and exotic colors and comfortable to boot.

Kirkwood has designed shoes with and for such brands as Basso & Brooke, Belstaff, Chloé,  Tommy Hillfiger, Zac Posen and 3.1 Phillip Lim.

Oh, and he’s only 28 years young!

Available at Nordstrom.

Take a look at his latest designs for Spring / Summer ‘09.

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