Jennifer Aniston made a cameo at AFI's Life Achievement Awards last evening to support her Rumor Has It costar Shirley MacLaine. For the event, Jennifer slipped into a body-hugging Burberry gown showing a low neckline, thigh-high slit, and sexy cutout back detailing. Jennifer's look is the perfect way to ease into Summer style; just watch today's Fab Flash to hear more about her monochromatic ensemble.
While the perfect dress is a key formula in a head-turning look, for many celebrities, it's also all about the accessories. Proof is in the stunning jewels, shoes, and bags from this year's CFDA Awards. Another dazzling Hollywood accessory obsession right now are knuckle-box clutches. Check out how Kim Kardashian amped up her deep-v dress with an embellished Alexander McQueen knuckle clutch, how Jennifer Aniston polished off her white Burberry gown with a matching Valentino studded ring clutch, and the way Emma Stone accessorized her mustard Roland Mouret gown with a classic black Alexander McQueen knuckle clutch. To get in on the look, shop our favorite knuckle clutches below. No matter which you choose, it'll inject major edge into your nighttime glam.
Wearable, well-tailored clothing in rich colors made up the bulk of Christopher Bailey's Resort 2013 collection for Burberry. "We played with textures and prints and wove trench references, sartorial detailing and these little hints of corsetry throughout the evening dresses, suiting and our iconic outerwear," Christopher Bailey, Burberry's chief creative officer explained. To that end, women's trousers feature paper-bag waists and pleating, and the shapes and variations on the house's functional knitwear have an updated spin. The same can be said of the men's selection, which features lightweight suits, seersucker pants, and cotton poplin shirts. But it's the color palette of the collection — which ranges from metallic gold and dusty rose for ladies to royal blue and rich olive for the boys — that give the collection a luxurious depth and feel.
Up-and-comers Gabriella Wilde and Roo Panes star in Burberry's just-released Fall 2012 ad campaign, which — with its rain-soaked streets and fog-smudged backgrounds — is a striking homage to Britain's notoriously gloomy weather.
"We wanted to play with everything that's at the heart of the Burberry world – celebrating our brand and London through imagery, film, music, weather and our iconic outerwear, all in a very poetic and British way," chief creative officer Christopher Bailey said of the images, which were photographed by Mario Testino on the campus of Greenwich's Royal Naval College. "We shot the series of cinematic, emotive black-and-white images and short films with the incredibly talented Gabriella Wilde and Roo Panes, who effortlessly bring the campaign and our collections to life across all of our platforms," Bailey explained.
While the campaign's short films won't be released until later this season, here's a peek at the Fall 2012 images.
In the chicest of sequins and stripes, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley made her Met Gala arrival in a long-sleeved Burberry gown. The supermodel stunner showed off a sophisticated brown and black color combo on her shimmering, curve-hugging confection, then offset her stripes with a pair of jeweled earrings and an exotic box clutch. We're left with one thought: does this woman ever have an off day? What do you think of her glamorous arrival?
>> To fete the opening of its new flagship store in Taipei, Taiwan, Burberry invited guests to step into a custom-built multimedia display called Burberry World Live.
"It's basically the whole concept of the brand wrapped in one experience and a big celebration of the multifaceted jewel that is Burberry," the brand's creative director Christopher Bailey told Vogue UK. "It's a celebration of Britishness all around the globe."
That celebration took place inside a cylindrical structure outside the Taipei store — which is housed in Taipei 101, the world's third largest skyscraper. British musician Tom Odell performed there live for the first time, just before the structure's video screens surrounded guests with a short film showcasing everything Burberry is famous for — models walked along backdrops wearing the brand's classic trench coats and umbrellas, the perfect defense against computer-generated rain and Fall leaves.
Burberry created a similar experience in Beijing last year when it showed its Fall 2011 collection on a holographic runway. The Burberry World Live experience will tour London, Hong Kong, and Chicago later this year. For now, take a look at a video of the experience below, and then click through to see pictures of the party in the gallery.
Photos courtesy of Burberry
A scarf is the perfect statement piece to breathe life into even the most basic ensembles. So today, we've rounded up four lust-worthy scarves that will punch up your look year round. From lovely leopard, to playful polka dots, to signature McQueen skulls, make sure to pick up one of these bold accessories. On Allison: StyleMint top, Forever 21 blazer, House of Harlow 1960 necklace.
In a selection of covet-worthy gear, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley outfits street-cool like a pro. We spotted the model out and about in NYC giving Pierre Balmain denim an edgier tilt with a red leather Balenciaga jacket and a burnout tee. She plays the rocker-chic angle perfectly — finishing with a pair of suede Opening Ceremony ankle boots and a slouchy Burberry tote. Sure, it's a crop of seriously luxe finds, but labels aside, Rosie's look is effortlessly on-trend and easy to replicate. Feeling inspired? Shop our editors' picks to channel the same slick street style.
>> Campaign season is here. So far, there have been Spring 2012 ad moments for Gisele Bundchen, Karlie Kloss, Alessandra Ambrosio, Miranda Kerr, Julia Stegner — and more. See those, plus all the Spring 2012 ad campaigns, in the slideshow — with more added as they arrive.
Preppy and rock aren't normally tight, but while lunching in Beverly Hills, Jessica Alba proved that they can totally get along. The actress added edge to her preppy Madewell button-down shirt by topping it off with a leather Burberry biker vest. She chose black denim and her tried-and-true chunky leather booties to balance her rock-chic look, while dark purple sunglasses lent a much-needed pop of color. Re-create this look for your next day date, or switch things up by tucking your plaid button-down blouse into a black maxi skirt, then topping it off with a rugged vest.
