My freelance work for ELLE has included writing about current affairs for the digital platforms, whether it’s a Friends reunion or the front row action at Fashion Week…
Just when we thought our dreams of more Sex And The City had been entirely dashed, today we've been treated to the return of Carrie Bradshaw. The beloved fashion icon, who has spent almost 20 years away from our screens, has reemerged on Sarah Jessica Parker's Instagram account. The actress shared a video that sees her trotting down a Manhattan street in signature Bradshaw style, complete with fabulous attire and bountiful hair.
It looks like the royal fab four—which of course includes Prince William, Kate, Prince Harry and Meghan—is about to change. The Princes have chosen to separate their royal household in the coming weeks, the Sunday Times reports. The brothers are expected to make a formal split of their royal household in order to introduce two separate courts ahead of the birth of Prince Harry and Meghan's first child, due this spring.
The label may have launched in 2015, but 2018 was the year Staud truly took the fashion world by storm. The Californian label became known for its cult handbags and retro ready-to-wear, making it a firm favourite on Instagram as well as fashion week's front rows. So you can imagine our joy at hearing the brand is launching its first footwear range. According to WWD, we'll be able to purchase Staud shoes from 25th February on the brand’s site as well as via Net-a-porter.
Brace yourselves for more Gucci brights as the Italian brand has made its official return to the makeup world. The new lipstick collection has just dropped featuring a whopping 58 shades. There's the same abundance of vibrant colours we've come to expect from creative director Alessandro Michele, from bold reds to head-turning pinks and dramatic black, chosen with diversity and inclusion in mind.
She was one of the most stylish and charitable editors the fashion industry has ever known and, two years after her death, Franca Sozzani’s influence lives on. According to WWD, the famous wardrobe belonging to the late editor-in-chief of Vogue Italia will be available to buy on Yoox. With 397 ready-to-wear and haute couture pieces, from a Giambattista Valli red dress to a Miu Miu checked coat (below), as well as 190 accessories, it's the stuff fashion dreams are made of.
Today, Kanye West's Sunday Service has arrived at Paris Fashion Week. The recording artist hosted the event at Theatre des Bouffes du Nord in the French capital this morning with a select number of fashion insiders in attendance. Editors including New York Times critic Vanessa Friedman and Vanity Fair's Joseph Ghosn shared glimpses from inside the venue where West has gathered a choir to sing gospel versions of his songs… READ HERE
Sustainability continues to sweep the fashion world with more brands producing high-quality, eco-friendly garments. The latest designer to take action is Alberta Ferretti who has teamed up with her long-time friend Livia Firth to create a sustainable capsule collection.
Victoria Beckham showcased her impeccable wedding guest style once again this weekend as she attended footballer Sergio Ramos’ nuptials in Spain. The designer arrived at the celebrations with husband David, a former teammate of the Real Madrid star, and had heads turning thanks to a crepe midi dress with hot pink heels.
Sofia Richie is making her design debut with a new fashion brand. The daughter of singer Lionel Richie and designer Diane Alexander will unveil the collection this summer. According to WWD, the label is titled "Sofia Stone" after what would have been Richie's middle names. It will debut in late August with a 12-piece collection that mirrors her own personal style, from bodysuits and crop tops to velvet high-waisted trousers and suits.
We've seen the striking images of Cara Delevingne posing nude as the face – and body – of Balmain’s spring/summer 2019 campaign, and today, the accompanying film has landed. The French house's creative director, Olivier Rousteing, teased the footage on Instagram, sharing a video of Cara wearing nothing but sea water against a backdrop of crashing waves. A large letter B also features – Pierre Balmain's original logo for his eponymous brand, which was revived last year.
Kendall Jenner has responded to claims she photoshopped an image of herself holding a fake Black Lives Matter sign. The photograph, which looked like a screenshot from the model's Facebook page, began circulating on social media this week. It showed the star wearing a face mask and standing in front of a black sports car while holding the sign above her head… READ HERE
Hopes of a Friends reunion have often been squandered, but today Courteney Cox shared a photo on her Instagram that got the Internet giddy again. The actress took to the platform to post an image of herself beaming between her former co-stars, Jennifer Aniston and Lisa Kudrow. It's proof that the three women's friendship has endured 15 years after the beloved TV show ended.
It’s been a transformational few months for Priyanka Chopra. First, she got married to Nick Jonas in early December, then went on a group skiing trip with her new family, before jetting off on a luxury Caribbean honeymoon. Now, she’s re-emerged on social media with bleach-blonde hair—or, more accurately, bleach-blonde highlights and tips.
Milan Fashion Week may look slightly different this season due to the ongoing pandemic, but the shows haven't been short on star power. From Ashley Graham making a spectacular return at Fendi to Irina Shayk wearing a series of show-stopping outfits at Versace, some of our favourite top tier models are continuing to wow in the Italian capital. Hailey Bieber is also in town - and yet you'd be forgiven for missing her… READ HERE
Katy Perry has shared the details of her engagement to Orlando Bloom and it sounds suitably romantic. While the couple has reportedly not started wedding planning yet, Orlando's proposal to the singer clearly took a lot of effort.
Emma Stone is never one to shy away from a bold look on the red carpet and last night was no exception. The actress – who is currently wowing critics in The Favourite – arrived at the 2019 Producers Guild Awards in a delectable yellow gown that ensured she stood out from her fellow attendees.
The breathtakingly beautiful archipelago off the coast of Cornwall is known as the ‘Cornish Caribbean’. Boasting white sand, turquoise waters, rare birds and lush flora and fauna, the Scilly Isles has a relaxed pace that guarantees peace and tranquillity… READ HERE