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Fab Read: Fashionista: A Century of Style Icons

FabSugarUK — Thu, 14 May 2009 01:30:24 -0700

My bookshelves are literally bulging with fashion literature. From street style guides, to history books I am constantly improving my knowledge of the industry. Just when I thought I had my fix of books exploring la mode, Fashionista: A Century of Style Icons by Simone Werle (£16.99) lands in my hands.

This is a treat to flick through offering a range of stylish women from recent years and the 20th century. Of course there are your standard icons like Audrey Hepburn, Marilyn Monroe, Kate Moss and Twiggy, but they are joined by some pleasant surprises. Women like Anna Piaggi, Bjork, Isabella Blow, Mary Quant and Rania of Jordan are unexpected, yet some how obvious ladies who have shaped our trends.

There are glossy pictures showing off some of their most famous wardrobe choices with a brief biography explaining their place in popular culture. It's easy to pick up and flick through – perfect for casual coffee table reading. I think it would make a great gift, even for a friend that doesn't have an enormous fashion interest, or you could just treat yourself!

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Love It or Hate It? Bold Stair Runner

CasaSugar — Wed, 06 May 2009 11:00:37 -0700

I just watched the 1966 Audrey Hepburn and Peter O'Toole film How to Steal a Million, which is chock-full of talking points when it comes to interior design. But the one thing that truly blew me away (aside from the armoire that leads to a secret staircase) was the purple staircase and banister in Hepburn's character's foyer. In contrast to the rest of the reserved, gilded, French furnishings in the Parisian mansion, the purple stair runner is a very bold choice. Several important scenes take place on the staircase, so it was smart of production designer Alexandre Trauner to make it a focal point. Clearly, the décor in this home is dated and a little glitzy for most of our tastes, and this shade of purple isn't very popular these days. But what do you think of this effect in general? Do you like how they've used a stair runner to create visual impact? Would you want to replicate a similar look in your home with a powerful color, pattern, or stripes?
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Seven Ways to Wear a Wavy Pixie Cut

BellaSugar — Tue, 05 May 2009 08:00:50 -0700

I can't get enough of Audrey Tautou's wavy pixie. It has the perfect vintage vibe with a fresh, modern appeal. To duplicate this forever-in-style look, apply a texturizing gel or a curl activating spray to damp hair and let air dry. If your hair is short, touch up pieces with a curling iron for a polished yet effortlessly tousled look. If your hair is longer, create a "fake-out" style by pulling your hair back into a tucked-under ponytail, then curl face-framing sections to shorten. Check out my slideshow for some inspiration on re-creating this gamine style for different hair types. Source

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Top Movie Bridal Hairstyles I Heart

BellaSugarUK — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 07:30:00 -0700

With wedding season upon us, brides will have to face the impending question of how to wear their hair on their big day. If you're trying to decide to go classical and upswept. sleek and pulled back, half up or loose and down, what better ways to source ideas then to look at famous movie scenes from years past. Even if you aren't tying the knot this year, this is a slideshow that everyone is sure to enjoy!

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Who Do You Consider The Most Beautiful Woman In Hollywood?

BellaSugarUK — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 04:30:00 -0800

According to a recent poll by Marie ClaireUK, Audrey Hepburn has been voted the most beautiful woman in Hollywood. The quirky, energetic and iconic star beat out Angelina Jolie, Grace Kelly, Keira Knightley, Jennifer Aniston and even Brigit Bardot!

I like the mix between blondes and brunettes in this top twenty list, however, if I had it my way, I'd give the highest ranking to Marilyn Monroe. To me, she represents the ultimate in beauty with her bright smile, sparkling eyes and full, voluptuous figure. The woman has never taken a bad photograph in her life - c'mon now, that has to count for something!

Cast your vote below and tell me who you think deserves the top spot for most beautiful woman in Hollywood.

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Could Anne Hathaway Play Holly Golightly?

BuzzSugar — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 16:30:01 -0800

Relax: This is just a tiny little rumor and nobody is remaking Breakfast at Tiffany's (yet). But apparently the idea of a remake has been bandied about for a long time now, with the major issue being, of course, who would take on the iconic Audrey Hepburn role, Holly Golightly?

In Variety, Liz Smith claims that "if anybody could be Holly Golightly in the 21st century, it's Anne" Hathaway who, Smith says, "has an unusually alert, charming way about her - elfin, sexy, princessy, without being prissy."

Do you agree with this assessment of Hathaway? She's certainly been getting a lot of attention lately - do you think she could pull off this role?

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Bella Donna: Audrey Hepburn

BellaSugar — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 10:00:00 -0700

It's almost clichéd to love Audrey Hepburn, but it's almost impossible not to. One of the biggest icons in film history, she's still often cited as one of the world's most beautiful women - even though she didn't always view herself that way. She disliked her crooked teeth, large feet, and flat chest - "I never thought I'd land in pictures with a face like mine," she once said - but those so-called flaws made her even more likeable.

Nearly 80 years after Hepburn's birth, her simply chic style is still inspiring photo shoots and women all over the world. Hepburn often drew thick brows that extended over her natural pair, but for real life, brushing the thick part of your brows upward should do the trick. Lipstick in a pastel pink, light rose, or classic red will give you that Hepburn lip, but don't get too shiny - matte is best. Don't worry about concealing your under-eye circles completely; Hepburn often had the hint of them, which gave her a slightly vulnerable look. For Audrey literalists, you might want to know that she was a fan of Erno Laszlo and Estée Lauder skin care - though if you can't afford a $39 bar of soap, read these beauty tips, said to be among her favorites, instead.

For tons of Audrey Hepburn photos, read more.

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Back to Cool: Funny Face

FabSugarUK — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 10:00:51 -0700

On a rainy day (and in England there are many) I love nothing more than putting on an old, classic movie and cosing up to watch it in a big oversized jumper. One of Bella UK and my favourite movies is Funny Face starring Audrey Hepburn and Fred Astaire. In the film Hepburn (Jo) faces a make-over as she is chosen as a model for a shoot in Paris alongside Astaire (Dick). There is a lot of dancing in the film as Hepburn wears her trademark flats and cigarette pants with a roll neck jumper. See below to copy her Funny Face style.

Christian Dior Classic pencil skirt - £385.00	Biba High-Heeled Sandals - £149.00
3 Pairs of Ribbed Top Sports Socks - £3.00	John Lewis Annie Patent Loafers, Black - £48.50
CA4LA Straw bowler hat - £95.00	Whistles Tailored Crop Trouser - £90.00
Black polo neck top - £12.00

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Look of the Day: Modern Day Audrey

FabSugar — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 05:00:22 -0700

When all else fails, look to a fashion great for inspiration. That's what kateymclean did with her modern-day Audrey creation. What's modern: her razored cut, her sassy peep toe heels. What would make Audrey proud: her double strand pearls and bowed LBD.

Here's what she has on:

Dress: Princess Charlotte
Pearls: Kleinz
Shoes: Charles & Keith

Congrats to kateymclean!

Everyone else, submit your looks and I might feature you on FabSugar!

Hair How To: Victoria Beckham Channels Audrey Hepburn

BellaSugarUK — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 08:00:00 -0700

Victoria Beckham looked like she was taking inspiration from Audrey Hepburn, at the ESPY awards in LA, last night. Her oversize sunglasses, sleek Roland Mouret dress and bouffant up do, were clearly channeling Audrey in Breakfast at Tiffany's.

It's a classically show-stopping hair look, that is sophisticated and playful in equal measures. Don't ask me why, as Miss Golightly proclaimed, in the film, parce que je ne sais pas mon cher.

Here's how to: Just read more then cross your heart and kiss your elbow!

Apply a texturising spray to wet hair before you blow dry, to add grip and texture. Try Sebastian Texturiser, (£19.85).
When your hair is dry, gently backcomb your roots, to add volume.
If you have a fringe, or shorter layers at the front like Victoria, then separate these and hold with a clip for now.
Now pull the right side of your hair (from your crown to the nape of your neck) back. Pin it back along the middle of your head. The length of your hair should be hanging down.
Next, pull the left side of your hair back to meet the right side in the middle. Twist the two sections of hanging hair, together and up toward the crown of your head, to cover the line of pins.
Secure the twist to the back of your head with bobby pins. Then swirl the ends of the twist together, into a loose messy bun, and secure with more pins.
For a quick alternative, simply smooth hair high on the head into a full, plump ponytail. Fan out the hair to add volume, and clip the ends under, and secure with pins.
Unpin the shorter layers or fringe at the front, and smooth to one side. Keep the volume, like Victoria, by not pulling flat. Then secure them to the bun with pins.
Spritz your do with hairspray, such as Andrew Collinge Weightless Volume Hairspray, (£3.99).
Now buy some furniture and give the cat a name.

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