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Naomi Campbell Jan 29, 2013

Watch It Right Here: The First Full Episode of The Face

"One photo has the power to make or break your career," Naomi Campbell says during the first episode of The Face, in which a group of 24 hopeful models is whittled down to 12 competitors.

by Justin Fenner

"One photo has the power to make or break your career," Naomi Campbell says during the first episode of The Face, in which a group of 24 hopeful models is whittled down to 12 competitors. "This is the reality of our modeling business."

It's a declaration that's dramatic, but also true. Campbell's message about the cutthroat nature of the business seems to be the thrust of the episode, which was released online a week ahead of its scheduled television debut.

Campbell and her fellow coaches Karolina Kurkova and Coco Rocha meet the girls during New York Fashion Week at the Spring 2013 show of fellow reality TV star Zac Posen. The coaches then put the two dozen young women through a series of tests, including a one-shot photo shoot and a runway challenge — eliminating girls who don't pass muster along the way.

But it's not all slash and burn. After the challenges, the coaches sit down with host Nigel Barker to assemble teams they think have a chance at winning the grand prize. A look at who makes the cut in the video below.

Ewan McGregor Jan 23, 2013

Adriana Lima and Karolina Kurkova Get Sexy For a Swiss Bash

Adriana Lima and Karolina Kurkova donned sexy black dresses to attend watch brand IWC Schaffhausen's party at Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie last night in Geneva, Switzerland.

by Meghan Rooney

Adriana Lima and Karolina Kurkova donned sexy black dresses to attend watch brand IWC Schaffhausen's party at Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie last night in Geneva, Switzerland. The models were joined by Ewan McGregor and Kevin Spacey as well as Rebecca Gayheart and Eric Dane for the event. Karolina also donned a bright red ensemble, while Adriana emerged in a black-and-white dress to pose for the festivities. Adriana made the trip overseas after taking care of modeling duties for Victoria's Secret. Adriana and Erin Heatherton launched VS's new fitness line together at the brand's Herald Square NYC store last week. Ewan, meanwhile, traveled to Switzerland following his appearance at the Golden Globes earlier this month, when he was nominated for Salmon Fishing in the Yemen.

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Celebrity Style Jan 23, 2013

Red and Blue Never Looked Better, Thanks to Karolina Kurkova

Karolina Kurkova showed off two fabulous looks at a Swiss bash last night, but it was her red-and-blue ensemble that made our colorblock-loving hearts skip a beat.

by Melody Nazarian

Karolina Kurkova showed off two fabulous looks at a Swiss bash last night, but it was her red-and-blue ensemble that made our colorblock-loving hearts skip a beat. The supermodel started with a silky red button-down and red leather pants — both by Joseph — which was a bold pairing on its own — then things got even more thrilling when she finished off with unexpected cobalt pumps. It makes us want to fuse red and blue, pronto. Only caveat? How to work the palette without looking like you're dressed for the Fourth of July. I know what you're thinking — it's easy for a svelte model to pull this look off, but can I? Yes, you can; just keep these tips and trick in tow to make it work:

It takes a certain amount of confidence to wear brights like this, but once you've nailed that, that's half the battle.
Once you've faced your daring side, make sure to limit your look to only red and blue. Read: under no circumstance should you throw in white in the mix (unless of course it is actually July 4).
Keep it simple. While you might be able to get away with injecting a little black, you'll lose the dramatic (and chic!) effect that the red and blue contrast creates when you add more colors to the ensemble. If you don't love Karolina's exact outfit, you can experiment with other combinations: blue top with red pants, red blazer with cobalt jeans, blue dress with red shoe — the options are limitless and the effects are sure to be just as strong. To get you started, we've picked our favorite red-and-blue pairings below, just shop to channel Karolina's bold look.

Celebrity Pink Jeans Juniors, Skinny Low Rise

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Karolina Kurkova Wearing Cutout Dress | Jan. 8, 2013

Celebrity Style Jan 08, 2013

Karolina Kurkova's Killer LBD (and the Art of Just Sexy Enough)

We'll just come out and say it: Karolina Kurkova's Cushnie et Ochs sheath during yesterday's TCA press tour may just be one of the sexiest LBDs in recent (event) history.

by Hannah Weil

We'll just come out and say it: Karolina Kurkova's Cushnie et Ochs sheath during yesterday's TCA press tour may just be one of the sexiest LBDs in recent (event) history. It's not always easy to take a statement piece off the runway and make it work, but the star of The Face did just that, giving this look from Cushnie's Spring '13 runway a seriously sultry real-life twist. The trick is a skilled balance of minimalist accessories and easy, natural hair and makeup that lets the dress — and her knee-high Alexander Wang gladiator heels — take the focus. While the footwear might be harder to pull off, there's no denying that the strategic cutouts help sculpt a superflattering silhouette, showcasing Kurkova's best assets. Of course, employing the same styling tactics for your own cutout LBD means looking for the best cut for your body. Opt for a shoulder-baring cut like Karolina's if you're looking to flaunt your upper body (and even distract from your bottom half); showcase your middle with subtle cutouts at the torso to draw attention to a tiny waist. Bottom line: you don't have to have a supermodel body to achieve the jaw-dropping effect. Apply the ultrasexy styling tactic to your own real life with our editors' picks to shop now.

Cynthia Steffe 'Callie' Cutout Leather & Ponte Sheath Dress

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Celebrity Style Dec 17, 2012

Best of 2012: Sneakers Are the Celebrity Accessory of the Year

There were many standout accessories that celebrities showed off this year — wide-brim fedoras, top designer handbags, cat-eye sunglasses — but the one that swept the top slot was the sneaker.

by Melody Nazarian

There were many standout accessories that celebrities showed off this year — wide-brim fedoras, top designer handbags, cat-eye sunglasses — but the one that swept the top slot was the sneaker. Everyone from Marion Cotillard to Gisele Bundchen to Irina Shayk to many more famous faces wore their favorite sporty sneakers from the likes of Isabel Marant and Ash with everything from jeans to leather pants to dresses to skirts. We have yet to see if the trend will live on in 2013, but in the meantime, take a look back at all the celebs that sported sneakers in 2012.

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Celebrity Style Dec 14, 2012

Olivia, Kristen, and Karolina Lead the Style Pack in This Week's Top 10

Thanks to Art Basel, the Les Misérables press tour, and a number of other premieres and parties, it's been another (we know, no surprise here) very good-looking week in the celebrity world.

by Hannah Weil

Thanks to Art Basel, the Les Misérables press tour, and a number of other premieres and parties, it's been another (we know, no surprise here) very good-looking week in the celebrity world. From Miami to Oslo (yes, that's where we spotted SJP in a powder-blue Erdem on stage at the Nobel Peace Prize concert), our style setters are stepping up their game — Kristen Stewart even traded in her Converse for Doc Martens to put old-school edge on a miniskirt. Of course, that's just the beginning. Karolina Kurkova showed off her stems in an Elie Saab shorts set at Basel, while Olivia Palermo brought her eclectic glamour to a film screening in NYC. As for the rest, you'll have to click on to see who else took top spots in this week's best dressed.

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POPSUGAR Fashion Dec 11, 2012

Karolina Kurkova, Prabal Gurung, and More Talk Modern-Day Muses

Everyone knows a tastemaker is nothing if not for their muse.

by Liza Kaplan

Everyone knows a tastemaker is nothing if not for their muse. So we polled a few of our favorite fashion insiders and designers, like Zac Posen and Karolina Kurkova to see whose style inspires them right now. For some, it's legendary icons like Elizabeth Taylor, who supply fashion fodder, for others, it's Mom. Watch on to see Prabal Gurung, Coco Rocha, and more dish on their modern-day muses. Additional reporting by Christina Perez.

Karl Lagerfeld's Partnership With Rolls-Royce

Link Time Nov 16, 2012

Karl Lagerfeld's Exclusive Exhibition; Martin Margiela's Unexpected Turnout

Those stories and more in our daily news roundup.

by Robert Khederian

Those stories and more in our daily news roundup.

Overall, Maison Martin Margiela's collection for H&M drew smaller crowds than expected in both the US and Europe. [WWD]

Karolina Kurkova's latest advice for young models: get on Twitter. "It's important to use Twitter and social media now," she said. "It is no longer enough to just look beautiful and be in shape. You need to be interesting." [The Telegraph]

A collection of designer Pudsey Bears, featuring some of the last work by Nicholas Ghesquiere for Balenciaga, sold for over £150,000 (or $238,000) at a Christie's auction. [Vogue UK]

Karl Lagerfeld has shot a photo exhibition for Rolls-Royce. The showcase, titled, "A Different View," will only be on view at the Rolls-Royce headquarters in Goodwood, England, to an exclusive group for five days. [The Cut]

Joe Zee is lending his eye to Vente-Privee. [Racked]

Giorgio Armani has announced that after 22 years based at 114 Fifth Ave., he will move his North American headquarters to the Meatpacking District next year. [WWD]

Ralph Lauren has launched an ecommerce site that offers a curated selection of vintage pieces that match the brand's signature aesthetic. [InStyle]

Bruce Weber has collaborated with Selfridges to create a holiday film short titled A New-Fashioned Christmas. [Nowness]

Karlie Kloss's Victoria's Secret Native American Controversy

Link Time Nov 12, 2012

Victoria's Secret's Headdress Controversy, Dree Hemingway's Debut, and the New Face of Loewe

All the bits that are fit to print — here, in our daily news roundup.

by Robert Khederian

All the bits that are fit to print — here, in our daily news roundup.

Remember the Native American headdress Karlie Kloss wore in the Victoria's Secret show last week? The brand has released an apology to those who may have taken offense: "We sincerely apologize, as we absolutely had no intention to offend anyone. Out of respect, we will not be including the outfit in any broadcast, marketing materials, nor in any other way." [Fashionista]

Karolína Kurková has revealed her reasons for participating in Naomi Campbell's reality series, The Face: to help young models avoid the insecurities she faced early in her career. "Having someone to give you that confidence and tell you that you're beautiful makes a huge difference and makes you work harder," she says. [Vogue UK]

The apartment of Russian model Irina Shayk has joined the list of Hurricane Sandy victims. [NY Post]

Penélope Cruz has been tapped as the new face of Loewe. [Elle UK]

Michael Kors has pledged $1 million for Sandy relief through the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. [WWD]

In honor of the holidays, Christian Dior will be decorating the windows of Printemps Haussmann with bespoke dolls wearing exact replicas of iconic Dior designs. [Vogue UK]

Dree Hemingway makes her debut on the big screen with Starlet, in theaters nationwide today. See the trailer below. [Modelinia]

Celebrity Style Nov 02, 2012

Gwyneth, Kristen, and More Light Up This Week's Top 10

When they weren't showing off their Halloween costumes, this crew of celebrities provided outfit inspiration of the chicer variety.

by Hannah Weil

When they weren't showing off their Halloween costumes, this crew of celebrities provided outfit inspiration of the chicer variety. That doesn't mean that they were all dressed up — looks from favorites like Gwyneth Paltrow, Karolina Kurkova, and Kristen Stewart ran the gamut from the cool and casual (we're looking at you, Karolina) to the more polished cocktail wares we saw from both Gwyneth and Kristen. As for the ultraglam, Jennifer Lopez lit up this week's UNESCO gala in a lacy, one-shouldered Lanvin gown — but you'll have to click inside to see that and the rest of this week's top 10.

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