Pippa Middleton: Style Evolution

Posted on 13-Sep-2012 by bystyle

The archetypal Sloane ranger, Pippa Middleton in 2007 looked like many a girl on the Kings Road in her sensible winter coat and boot-cut jeans. Yes, her sister was dating a prince but there was no sign of the fashionista she was to become.

And things only got worse! While watching Prince William play rugby with sister Kate a few months later, Pippa opted for comfort in this tweed wrap-over and boyfriend baggy jeans.

But Pippa showed she could do “elegant” as well at a book launch with Kate. Wearing this gold silky dress and bolero, the party planner looked stylish, albeit in a very conservative way.

Back on the Kings Road, Pippa was busy perfecting her street style. These cropped white jeans and simple V-neck tee were ideal for showing off the starlet’s golden tan. But, more importantly, she’d started paying attention to accessories – her chunky belt and cute flats look care-free but they’re carefully chosen.

Knee-high boots are a favourite of both the Middleton sisters and Pippa worked hers well with this neat cropped jacket and striped skirt as she left Kings Road club Raffles in 2007.

Pippa Middleton opted for something a little more feminine (perhaps inspired by Kate’s matching floral number), when she was spotted in this monochrome boho dress in London.

This charity gala in Hyde Park was the moment that Pippa started to seriously find her fashion feet. That plunging neckline was to become a favourite of the Middleton sister, but here we were more impressed by the soft nude hue and embellished empire line.

Or maybe we spoke too soon? It’s OK – this was Pippa Middleton in fancy dress at the Day-Glo Roller Disco. Amazingly, she does almost carry off those legwarmers. But not quite.

Pippa falls back on the Little Black Dress for a party at Molton House in London. But note the thick belt, chandelier earrings and chic handbag. There’s more to this outfit than meets the eye!

Cementing herself as a bona fide fashionista, Pippa attended a launch for designer label Azzaro looking chic with a statement handbag and black ensemble.

Pippa’s never been afraid of a bit of colour and, though tangerine is a brave choice, she carried it off with another statement belt, jeans and metallic ballerina pumps.

Pippa Middleton proved she could hold her own against London’s best when she donned this graphic Issa print wrap dress, and showed off her curves, at the label’s London Fashion Week show in 2008.

Wearing Issa yet again, Pippa swept us off our feet as she glided into the Berkeley Square End Of Summer Ball. This printed maxi dress really shows off her figure, as well as her tan.

Hooray – a little sparkle! Pippa gives us a hint of her wild side in this sequinned zebra-print dress (from Issa again) at a Saatchi Gallery party in 2009.

Never one to turn her nose up at high street, Pippa impressed London’s most stylish at the 2009 Tatler party when she turned up in this one-shouldered, frilled dress from Reiss.

There’s that plunging neckline again! This time it’s on a Grecian-inspired dress in grey, which Pippa chose for a Haiti fundraiser in May 2010.

Embracing the winter brights trend Pippa Middleton was spotted leaving Public night club in this cute plum hue in February 2011.

With the eyes of the world now on her and her sister, Pippa started taking her fashion more seriously. In February 2011, she wore this gorgeous frilled coat with a cerise dress and matching fascinator to a society wedding in Northumberland.

The frills were out again in April 2011 when Pippa attended the engagement party of her friend Holly Branson in this nude French Connection dress and black jacket.

The day before the big day and Pippa goes low-key and mellow in this colour-block plum and navy dress with her trademark jacket and flats.

Not so for the wedding day itself, which saw Pippa almost steal the show from her older sister in this cream column dress by Sarah Burton of Alexander McQueen. With its plunging neckline and figure-hugging style, the dress had all the fashion elements that we’ve come to expect from the younger Middleton.

…No wonder there was a Facebook group set up in appreciation of her, er, behind!

In her fashion element, Pippa looked stunning in this bespoke emerald Alice Temperley gown, which she wore for the evening festivities.

The morning after the night before and Pippa was back in high street – a bright blue Zara blazer to be precise, which she teamed with slim white jeans and pumps as she left the Goring Hotel.

The Middleton sisters – at a wedding? We’ve seen that somewhere before. This time, Pippa went for this ultra conservative jacket and patterned grey dress. But, unless our eyes deceive us, the sisters seem to be wearing the same shoes.

Pippa Middleton has already mastered that all-important A-List airport style. She might be wearing loose fabrics and comfortable Tory Burch pumps, there’s no compromise when it comes to being chic!

Pippa Middleton isn’t afraid to mix up her off-duty wardrobe. Denim and linen aren’t an obvious choice to go together but Pippa made them work for her while out shopping in the May sun.

With the eyes of the world on her, Pippa has incorporated this season’s trends into her wardrobe. Check out her interpretation of colour blocking. Bold, bright and very Kings Road.

Wow! Pippa Middleton got another style point from us when she stepped out in this cashmere-cotton dress by Tania Laurie.

Wrap dresses boring? Not anymore. Pippa rocked this Seventies print wrap dress – and put the iconic design back on the fashion map.

P-Middy confidently carried off this bright Hobbs pinafore dress as she made her way into Wimbledon. No wonder boyfriend Alex Loudon wanted to stay close by her side – she looks really good.

Pippa nailed again it with this simple summer look: black skirt, white vest and a dash of colour with the handbag. Perfection!

Taking a step towards an edgier look, Pippa donned a bold print dress with this modern twist on the classic leather jacket – one of her Whistles wardrobe favourites – for another busy summer day at work.

Pippa toned it right back down with this simple summer denim dress just a few days later.

Experimenting with shape, Pippa went all sports-luxe with this plunging zip dress. All of a sudden, she’s back to edgy!

Not one to miss out on a trend, Pippa teamed this light peach maxi dress with a loose, cropped blazer for a failsafe out-and-about look.

Pippa went over to the dark side with this classic black dress, monochrome cropped jacket and signature flats. Very Jackie O!

When the UK’s Indian summer hit, Pippa mixed a little playful something into her conservative work aesthetic in the form of her favourite Maje shorts. The hobo bag and red ballerina flats made this look effortlessly stylish.

Ms Middleton had the fashion pack divided (and the world’s press intrigued) when she wore this fan-print Alice Temperley dress to the designer’s London Fashion Week show. Taking a step away from her preppy style, she showed she’s not afraid to take risks – something to which the GLAMOUR.com fashion desk says, ‘Bravo!’

Clearly buoyed by her big fashion moment the previous evening, Pippa put some pep in her prep when she teamed this French Connection animal print blouse with her jeans the day after her front row Temperley adventure.

Blending tans and caramels, the simplicity of this look has us convinced that Pippa has found her style stride. She shines in simple shapes with statement boots and bags.

Pippa stepped up the style stakes – making women nationwide rethink their work wardrobes – with this printed dress and cropped blazer. Plus, of course, her trusty Modalu ‘Pippa’ bag.

Pippa saw out the last days of summer in this French Connection layered dress – another wardrobe repeat – with a tan jacket and accessories.

Pippa proved here that she’s not afraid to experiment with colour and this one looks great on her. The navy jacket, blue shoes and classic clutch bag make this the perfect after-work drinks outfit.

Pippa made boyfriend Alex an alluring date yet again at the Boodles Boxing Ball – held in aid of the Starlight Foundation – in yet another striking Temperley dress; this time, red silk with a plunging neckline and flower detail. All hail Pippa The Sexy!

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Pippa again opted for a herry hue and plunging neckline to attend to a wedding in spring 2012. Reckon the dress looks familiar? That’s because it’s the same Issa number that Kate wore in blue for her engagement photo. Touché!

Aside from us spying a few Pippa-shaped glimpses at Wimbledon and the like, Middleton junior kept a decidedly low profile following her much-publicised gun woes in Paris. Then, boom! In August 2012, she was back – and gone were the cleavage-baring V-necks in favour of a sensible, knee-length Alice By Temperley dress and matching strappy sandals. My, how we’ve missed those luscious locks!

Source from: http://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/fashion/celebrity-fashion/2011/05/pippa-middleton-fashion-style-evolution#!image-number=1

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Trend Alert! Celebs Class Up Red Carpet with Royal Blue

Posted on 13-Feb-2012 by bystyle

HOLLYWOOD, CA – FEBRUARY 08: Actress Sophia Bush attends the ‘This Means War’ Los Angeles premiere held at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre on February 8, 2012 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

Kate Middleton standing alongside her husband, then fiance, Prince William

‘Water For Elephants’ leading lady Reese Witherspoon

Actress Eva Mendes

‘Perfect Couples’ actress Olive Munn

‘Little Fockers’ star Jessica Alba

Kate Middleton’s sister Pippa Middleton

‘Private Practice’ actress Kate Walsh

‘Wedding Crashers’ star Isla Fisher

Prince Harry’s girlfriend Chelsy Davy

‘Parks and Recreation’ actress Rashida Jones

Designer Tori Burch

Source from: http://www.celebuzz.com/photos/trend-alert-celebs-class-up-red-carpet-with-royal-blue/tory-burch-blue/

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Top 10 natural beauties

Posted on 04-Nov-2011 by bystyle

Stick-thin supermodels may look great on the catwalk but it’s curvy, natural-looking women that men really want, a new study has revealed.

A survey of 2,050 Brits conducted by Bionsen – an aluminium- and paraben-free deodorant range which allows the body to stay fresh naturally – showed that while skinnies like Cheryl Cole may be in demand with fashion designers, the average man in the street would choose bigger, curvier girls every day of the week. Find out which celebrity ladies made the top 10.

#10 At tenth with 4% of the vote is the lovely Holly Willoughby, proving curves are very much ‘on trend’.

#9 Newly-wed Lily Allen came in at number nine.

#8 With 5% of the vote the Duchess of Cambridge came in at eighth position.

#7 At number seven is the gorgeous Rihanna.

#6 The bootylicious singer Beyoncé proves the curves are a hit with men.

#5 The Welsh singer Charlotte Church makes the top five with her natural beauty.

#4 Curvy Kim Kardashian is a hit with the boys, coming in at number four.

#3 Beating her sister Kate, Pippa Middleton makes the top three with 9% of the vote.

#2 Just missing out on the top spot is Kelly Brook who got 10% of the vote.

#1 And the lady voted as the number one natural beauty by men is Hollywood star Scarlett Johansson, with a whopping 20% of men surveyed voting for her.

Source from: http://lifestyle.malaysia.msn.com/Beauty/photos.aspx?cp-documentid=5460032&page=1

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Celebrity Bags & Style

Posted on 14-Sep-2011 by bystyle

Ashley Tisdale Sports Her Balenciaga Arena Weekender

A gymbound Ashley Tisdale was looking rather sleek and sporty with her bold Balenciaga Arena Weekender, Chanel sunglasses and True Religion baseball cap. Okay, so I’m a tad bit jealous of her look, even if it is just her casual, on the way to the gym look – it’s fabulous and, needless to say, a thousand times better than the rush-out-the-door gym mess I sport!

Vanessa Hudgens and Her Gerard Darel Bag

Displaying an evident preference for boho chic, Vanessa Hudgens hit Bloomingdale’s with her sister for a little retail therapy. Complete with a freshly blunt cut (she chopped her locks off for a movie role), Vanessa sported a roomy Gerald Darel fringed shoulder bag with her Blu Moon maxi dress. Somehow these outfits are never complete without a pair of Sam Edelman flats, a big pair of sunnies, and a couple of statement necklaces.

Jessica Alba and Her Roger Vivier Bag

Honestly, does Jessica Alba ever look just “decent”? Nope, this woman looks 100 percent phenomenal all the freaking time, whether she’s playing with her daughter, running errands, or walking the red carpet, as she did here for the premiere of her latest flick. She’s ready to pop, but still manages to look fresh and elegant. Her Roger Vivier bag is the perfect finishing touch to her fun, star-print dress.

Rihanna Carries Fendi and Shops Chanel

Now this is the life! Spotted doing a little shopping at Saks Fifth Avenue the other day, Rihanna carried the fabulous Fendi Zucca Clutch while taking a peek at some goodies at Chanel. I’m not loving those open-toed, lace-up boots at all, but kudos to RiRi for otherwise pulling off a cute, casual ensemble (and losing the Sideshow Bob hair).

Pippa Middleton Spotted with a Bulgari Leoni Clutch Bag

Yes, the rumors are true. The fabulous Pippa Middleton has been spotted carrying a beautiful Bulgari Leoni Clutch Bag! Pippa is an absolute bombshell – I’m sickly jealous. She could carry a rock around and still look hot! I honestly don’t think I would have paid much attention to this bag if it weren’t for her sporting one. I’ve never been a huge Bulgari fan, but I’ll admit, I’m smitten with this beauty.

Beyonce and Her Lena Erziak Sean Bag

Let’s see here. Purple sunnies? Check. Gray moccasin boots? Umm, check. Zebra-print handbag? Mmmhmm. Looks like Beyonce has this cluster-eff business down to a science, doesn’t she? And that’s not really a commentary on her general style – this woman can look like the hottest person on the planet at the best of times – but we all have bad days, right? Good thing her Lena Erziak Sean Bag isn’t an eyesore. (Shame the same can’t be said about those shoes.)

Selena Gomez and Her Judith Leiber Clutch

Although they’re absolutely gorgeous, Judith Leiber’s famed clutches sometimes seem like they’re better suited for the curio cabinet than actually under someone’s arm. However, Selena Gomez pulls off her sparkly Leiber clutch at the NYC premiere of her new movie. And just check out that J. Mendel gown — gorgeous!

Jessica Biel and Her Louis Vuitton Mahina Stellar Bag

If you follow such things, you might know that millions of women who were supposed to grow up to be normal instead became Jessica Biel detractors. OMGSHEDATEDJUSTINSHESUGLYOMG. Seriously? You’re 27 and ‘N Sync is dead.

The hate is lame, especially because Miss Biel happens to be pretty fabulous. She consistently exudes a vibe of understated chic, almost always with an underlying classic allure that feels fresh in this age of oversexed celebutantes. Here she is with one of her old standbys, the Louis Vuitton Mahina Stellar Bag. The magnificent color (bleu ceil) really pops, and, impressively, Biel pulls off something like four different shades of blue in one look with surprising ease.

(Oh, and rumor has it she’s keeping company with Gerard Butler now. Methinks she’s safe from any further wrath, unless he has some rabid fan base of which I’m unaware.)

Source from: http://www.pursepage.com/handbags/celebrity-purses/

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WHAT’S RIGHT NOW!

Posted on 17-Aug-2011 by bystyle

Who’s Seeing Stars? Celestial Celebrity Looks!

Celebrities love stars—Dolce & Gabbana ones, to be exact! The label’s celestial fall 2011 pieces have popped up all season on chic celebs like Olivia Wilde, who opted for metallic below-the-knee dress, and Jessica Alba, who styled the label’s star-studded maxi into a chic maternity dress. The graphic pattern can be tricky to wear, so that’s why we’ve turned to Hollywood for styling tips.

Hayley Atwell

Hayley Atwell took Dolce & Gabbana’s stars to the red carpet in a sleek column gown. She dressed up the look with glamorous waves, and let the pattern shine with understated accessories.

Kim Kardashian

If anyone can make stars sexy, it’s Kim Kardashian! She paired her curve-hugging star print frock with black patent heels, a sleek ponytail and a simple clutch.

Rosario Dawson

Rosario Dawson struck a pose in full-sleeved frock splashed with stars. Her metallic heels echo the celestial pattern.

Zoe Saldana

Zoe Saldana went graphic in a fitted white frock emblazoned with oversize black stars. She accentuated the old Hollywood silhouette with screen siren red lips.

Penelope Cruz

Stars don’t just come out at night! Penelope Cruz stepped out in a starry blouse tucked into wide-leg jeans, proving that the pattern is perfect for casual daytime looks.

Solange Knowles and Evan Rachel Wood

Solange Knowles and Evan Rachel Wood both stepped out in Dolce & Gabbana’s star-studded pants. Knowles paired them with a classic button-down and black blazer, while Wood went rock and roll in a leather jacket and graphic tee.

Kristen and Rachel’s Stylish Night Out and More!

They’re coming back to TV! Kristen Bell and Rachel Bilson hit the carpet at the CBS, CW, Showtime summer bash in Beverly Hills, where they helped stirred up buzz about the networks’ new shows. Bell (who became a fan boy favorite on Veronica Mars) will appear in the dark comedy series House of Lies, while Bilson (who hit it big on The O.C.) stars as a big city doctor who relocates to small town Alabama in Hart of Dixie.

Trend to Try Now: Pastel Highlights

Looking for a way to switch-up your summer look? Consider pastel highlights like Lauren Conrad and Taryn Manning, or dip-dyed tips like Kate Bosworth! Most hair salons will offer semi-permanent color in a variety of shade—just be sure to ask your colorist to pre-lighten the sections you’ll be dyeing to be sure the tones are vivid, not muddy. To try the look at home, dilute a dye like Manic Panic Semi-Permanent Hair Color Cream ($14, rickysnyc.com) with a daily conditioner before painting on your strands. Nervous about the permanence of the look? Try a few strips of colored extensions to give it a commitment free test-drive. (We like the ones from BellaVia.)

Mary J. Blige’s New Perfume: My Life Blossom

Mary J. Blige is following up her best-selling My Life perfume with the launch of My Life Blossom next week! The new scent contains bright floral notes of gardenia, mandarin, white freesia and orange flower, and will launch exclusively on HSN August 13th for $55 per bottle. For every purchase, one dollar will be donated to The Foundation for the Advancement of Women Now, a charity founded by Mary J. Blige that offers women scholarships and grants. For more celebrity fragrances, check out InStyle’s handy A-Z Guide in the gallery below.

The Bachelor/Bachelorette Charity Auction: Bid on Contestants’ Looks!

Calling all shopaholic Bachelor fans: More than 30 former Bachelor and Bachelorette contestants are auctioning outfits they wore on TV for charity, starting tomorrow! Trista Sutter, the first-ever Bachelorette, came up with the idea after tornadoes struck her home state of Missouri and she wanted to do something. “I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve been in my closet and noticed items I wore on the show, and thought, ‘I need to auction these off!’” Sutter told InStyle.com. “My mind immediately went to my extended Bachelor/Bachelorette family—to gather outfits they wore on the show to raise money.” Molly Mesnick (from The Bachelor) volunteered to help and looped in her friend Corri McFadden of eDrop-off, a luxury consignment service, to make the auction a reality. Go to shopedropoff.com starting tomorrow, August 5th through August 12th to bid, and 100 percent of the proceeds will be donated to the Red Cross.

Celebrities Love… Aruna Seth!

Celebrities love Aruna Seth! The British designer launched her bridal accessories line in 2009 with the idea of creating shoes that make you feel like a princess, and the results have landed on real-life royalty ever since. (Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie and royal relative Pippa Middleton are fans.) “Having the prestige of being British and having the royal family request and buy shoes from you is an amazing feeling,” Seth, inset, told InStyle.com. “They like these shoes because they are timeless, and they give you instant luxury.”

Celebrity Style Inspiration: Color-Blocking

Embrace color this summer with one of the biggest trends from the runways and Hollywood: Color-blocking! The power of juxtaposing high-beam hues is both daring and riveting; and as Carey Mulligan, Emmy Rossum, Emma Stone, and Olivia Palermo prove, it works for everyone. Just be sure to chose colors that flatter you as much as you fancy them.

Heidi Klum’s QVC Collection, Sarah Michelle Gellar Returns to Soaps and More!

1. Get a sneak peek at Wildlife, Heidi Klum’s jewelry collection for QVC. [QVC]

2. Sarah Michelle Gellar will guest star on All My Children—the soap where she got her acting start! [JustJared]

3. Farrah Fawcett’s famous poster got the Barbie treatment, and proceeds will go to cancer research. [FOX]

4. Miranda Kerr’s baby Flynn wears a KerrBloom! T-shirt. How cute! [JustJared]

5. Find your perfect shade of nude nail polish with RGB’s collection. [RealSimple]

6. Kate Middleton helped design the $675 hat she wore to Zara Phillips’ wedding. [People]

BFF Alert for Catherine and Reese, Diane Kruger Strips Down for Calvin Klein, and More!

1. New reports say Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Reese Witherspoon are pals. Jealous! [EntertainmentWise]

2. Diane Kruger shows off her glowing skin in Calvin Klein’s new fragrance ad. [CocoPerez]

3. TopShop is collaborating with Izzy Lane on an eco-friendly collection. [StyleList]

4. Roberto Cavalli created an exercise bike for Ciclotte, and it’s leopard print. [FitSugar]

5. The first Missoni for Target ads starring Margherita Missoni are out. [Fashionologie]

6. This fall, eBay is launching a virtual shopping center with brands like Neiman Marcus and Spanx. [Racked]

Source from: http://news.instyle.com/2011/08/04/

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Who Wore It Best?

Posted on 11-Jul-2011 by bystyle

Olivia Palermo VS Victoria Beckham

For a screening of new movie The Ledge a couple of weeks ago, Olivia Palermo pulled back her hair and popped on this zesty Victoria Beckham design with a eclectic choice of accessories: embellished brass cuff, hot pink petal clutch and leopard print heels.

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Whenever we see a Victoria Beckham dress on a celeb, though, it’s bound to have been worn before – by the designer herself. Well, you would, wouldn’t you?! VB gave this beauty its first public outing back in November, when she took it out to dinner along with her favourite Victoria bag.

WINNER: There’s nothing in it when you’re just looking at two gorgeous ladies in a gorgeous dress – so it’s Posh’s flawlessly sleek accessorising that nudges her into the top spot.

Kate Middleton vs Sarah Jessica Parker

Kate Middleton‘s love affair with Alexander McQueen is about as well-documented as it gets. So we couldn’t help but feel that this cable-knit, sailor-style dress was a sartorially spot-on choice as part of her Canada tour wardrobe.

…It also fits with the austerity drive too, as it’s not a new-season design. In fact, Sarah Jessica Parker wore the same dress in navy (along with a punchy pair of red mules and contrasting tan clutch) to celebrate her husband Matthew Broderick being awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame all the way back in 2006.

WINNER: We can’t help but feel that Kate’s take on this dress is a little uninspired. SJP edges it thanks to her fearless shoe choice.

Olivia Palermo vs Elen Rivas

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Just when we thought Olivia Palermo couldn’t get any cooler, she shows up on the front row of a Couture show in Paris wearing a stunning lampshade dress from Zara – yes, it’s from the high street! – accessorised to the hilt with feathers and bling. Bravo!

Unfortunately for Elen Rivas, the very same day that Olivia was styling it up in the fashion capital she was papped wearing exactly the same design – in with a bad pose and with unfortunate rogue bra strap on the loose. We do rate her candy-coloured peeptoes, though.

WINNER: Olivia’s super-polished take on this dress earns her a no-contest win.

Jessica Szohr V Irina Shayk

Gossip Girl star Jessica Szohr looked cute as a button when she wore this beachy Raquel Allegra tie-dye maxi dress with a bouffant ponytail and flat sandals to an event promoting So.Be drinks.

We wonder whether Ronaldo’s squeeze, Irina Shayk, was paying attention? Just a few days later, we spotted the model wearing exactly the same dress, albeit cinched in with a silver belt and paired with a boxy white handbag and black gladiator sandals.

WINNER: Both girls have put their own stamp on this dress, but it’s Jessica’s easy, breezy summer style that does it for us.

Paris Hilton V Katie Price

Talk about a blast from the past! Paris Hilton wore this blue asymmetric Brian Lichtenberg dress to the Fox Reality Awards back in 2009, accentuating its shape with a sculptural up-do.

Katie Price probably thought enough water had passed under the fashion bridge to get away with wearing the same design – albeit in red, and with loose hair – to the Terrence Higgins Trust Gala dinner a couple of weeks ago. But nothing gets past our eagle eyes, Katie!

WINNER: Paris’ sophisticated take on the look wins hands down for us – and we’re suckers for blonde on blue.

Emma Roberts vs Laura Bailey

It’s no secret that Emma Roberts is a Chanel devotee, so we weren’t surprised to see her on the front row of the label’s spring/summer 2011 catwalk show in this classic blue tweed dress with flirty feather trim in March.

Brit model Laura Bailey followed suit (well, dress), a few months later at the Royal Academy of Arts preview at Somerset House. Like Emma, she kept her blonde locks loose and opted for a neat clutch and closed-toe platform heels to finish.

WINNER: It’s a tough one, but we think Emma just pips Laura to the prize.

Diane Kruger vs Natalie Massenet

Diane Kruger caused quite the stir in this neon lace-panelled maxi dress with contrast belt at the Liaisons au Louvre event in Paris last month. The distinctive design is by hot new name-to-know Alessandra Rich.

…But eagle-eyed style watchers will have known that already, as Net-A-Porter founder Natalie Massenet – whose online boutique is championing the label – debuted it at the Royal Academy of Arts preview at Somerset House at the beginning of June.

WINNER: The nonchalent blonde waves, the strappy blush sandals, the micro-clutch… This is a triumph for Diane.

Christina Aguilera vs. Kristen Stewart

Christina Aguilera stepped out in this asymmetric lace Valentino cocktail dress – accessorised with her usual va-va-voom armoury of bombshell tresses, red lip, full-on tan and peeptoe heels – for the 2nd Annual Mary J Blige Honors Concert in New York last month.

Proving that it’s not what you wear, it’s the way that you wear it, Kristen Stewart wore exactly the same dress in a completely different way (messy up-do, closed-toe heels, natural skintone) for a screening of Welcome To The Rileys back in October 2010.

WINNER: Kristen’s demure take on this wins hands down for us. Sorry, Xtina!

Kate Middleton vs. Lydia Bright

Kate Middleton earned Reiss’ Shola dress a gazillion column inches when it was the first post-honeymoon look she was pictured in. Oh, and she also happened to be chatting to Michelle Obama at the time. Talk about a double whammy.

Pity, then, TOWIE‘s Lydia Bright, who was snapped just a week later in the same design as she did a spot of shopping in London.

WINNER: Oh, Lydia, honey. This was one battle you were never going to win – so why even try?

Ciara vs. Kylie Minogue

For Clive Davis’ Pre-Grammy Gala earlier this year, US singer Ciara ensured all eyes were on her by keeping the lacing on her gorgeous micro mini Emilio Pucci dress loose and pairing it with lashings of diamond accessories.

Kylie, meanwhile, took a more conservative approach when she wore the same dress to a theatre opening night last month; pulling it in tighter, and adding two actual feathers for a neat styling one-two.

WINNER: Ciara, there’s no denying that you look seriously hot, but Kylie and Pucci go together like Lagerfeld and Chanel. Kylie wins!

Kate Bosworth vs. Taylor Swift

No wonder Kate Bosworth looks so pleased with herself. This lust-worthy white lace dress, which she was snapped in out and about in Colorado a few weeks ago, is a £48 Topshop treasure. The actress made a monochrome statement by adding opaque tights and killer Mulberry boots.

…But Taylor Swift had already set the sartorial standard, pairing the dress with bare legs and, ingeniously, a black tulle underskirt and belt when she was spotted in it in London the week prior.

WINNER: Taylor’s only gone and done it – out-styled the style queen herself! Ms Swift, we salute you.

Olga Kurylenko vs. Nicky Hilton

Bond girl Olga Kurylenko snapped up this stunning silver Giorgio Armani cocktail dress with origami fan detailing before taking her place on the front row of the designer’s couture show in Paris earlier this year. Who can blame her? Simple black accessories finished off the look.

Fast forward four months, and Nicky Hilton put a different spin on the dress with a strict updo and coordinating silver shoes and jewellery at the 18th Annual Race To Erase MS gala in NYC.

WINNER: There really isn’t much in this one, but we’re handing it to Olga. This dress requires some smouldering and Nicky’s look is edging prim.

Cameron Diaz vs. Pippa Middleton

Back in 2009, Cameron Diaz teamed this hot red Alexander McQueen gown with vertiginous Salvatore Ferragamo heels and an up do for the Golden Globes – and won critical approval for her bared-back, sexed up style.

So who would’ve believed that, two years later, we’d see the same dress – albeit slightly modified – sashaying down the aisle at the most celebrated royal wedding in decades? Pippa Middleton is the most unlikely style crush to have come out of the occasion (we already loved The Queen, FYI).

WINNER: It has to be Pippa. Not only was the occasion momentous, but the rear view of her in this dress is now an internet phenomenon. Respect!

Rose McGowan vs. Kate Middleton

Rose McGowan dazzled in this hot pink Issa dress at this year’s SAG awards, styling it up Studio 54-style with sexy loose waves and a chunky cuff.

Kate Middleton‘s Issa obsession is well-documented, so it’s little wonder that she was also spotted rocking the same dress before she was a married woman. Kate paired hers with a black clutch bag, diamond earrings and, unsurprisingly, a more conservative neckline.

WINNER: Tough one. But this dress was made for turning heads, so it’s Rose’s out-and-out ‘look at me!’ take on it that wins out for us.

Katherine Jenkins vs. Brooklyn Decker

Katherine Jenkins loves a bit of Victoria Beckham, so we were pleased to see that this gorgeous caramel fitted dress (which features a zip full down the back) made the cut when she attended an event at the Royal Albert Hall in March.

The dress was also the dress of choice, however, for US starlet Brooklyn Decker, who wore it to Country Music Awards in Las Vegas. Check those curves!

WINNER: While it’s impossible to choose between the girls in the dress itself, Brooklyn just edges this one on account of her shoes – Katherine’s look a little clumpy and uninspired in comparison – and that divine, directional bob.

Abbie Cornish vs. Chelsea Clinton

Aussie actress Abbie Cornish played it safe on the red carpet at the premiere of her new film, Limitless, last month. You can’t go far wrong in an LBD – especially if it’s current season Lanvin. She kept the rest of her look understated with a black clutch and heels, and a classic gold watch.

Chelsea Clinton had exactly the same idea back in December – she wore the same dress for The Clinton Foundation’s Millennium Network Event in LA with thick black tights and, interestingly, even less jewellery than Cornish.

WINNER: Congrats, Abbie! We think this dress calls for bare legs to show it off to its full potential, so you’ve got it spot on.

Christine Bleakley vs. Zara Phillips

Christine Bleakley pulled out all the stops at the premiere of her film A Turtle’s Tale, rocking this leather-trimmed Burberry trench coat – which would set you back an eye-watering £1,895, fashion fans – with black jeans and V-cut shoe-boots by Christian Louboutin.

Not normally known for her fashion cred, royal yoof Zara Phillips impressively beat Bleakley to the punch by a week, debuting the very same coat with thick black opaque tights, strappy Burberry heels, shades and a beret to the Cheltenham festival.

WINNER: You’re always going to look great in a design like this, so it’s Zara’s military-inspired super-styling does it for us. Sorry, Christine!

Rosamund Pike vs. Alexa Chung

Talk about out of this world! Rosamund Pike snaffled this Christopher Kane galaxy-print dress back in January for the New York premiere of her new film, Barney’s Version, teaming it with a simple pair of black opaques, black heels and a red carpet-ready box clutch.

Trendsetter Alexa Chung was quick to hop on the extra-terrestrial bandwagon, rocking exactly the same look – right down to the mussed-up hair and black tights – to the NME Awards last month.

Winner: It’s near impossible to separate the two – but we’re handing this victory to Rosamund for getting into the spirit with that amazing orb ring.

Kate Beckinsale vs. Amanda Peet

Kate Beckinsale wore this Nina Ricci lace confection in pink to an LA screening of Nowhere Boy last September. Keeping her hair and make-up pared back, she teamed it with simple nude peeptoes and a bronze clutch to set off her California glow.

Almost exactly six months later, Amanda Peet rocked the white version to the Independent Spirit Awards – putting a wintery spin on it by adding sheer black polka-dot tights and black peeptoe Mary-Janes.

Winner: Kate’s relaxed, sunny take on this look wins hands down for us. Amanda’s harsh black accessories, though not awful, seem to detract from the prettiness of the dress.

Lindsay Lohan vs. Kelly Osbourne

This Alexander Wang denim and leather jacket has been a mainstay in Lindsay Lohan’s wardrobe for a couple of years. Here, she gives it another airing in LA with a trusty pair of leggings and white T, accessorised with teetering brown platforms, sunnies and a panama hat.

Kelly O had the same idea earlier this month, throwing on her Wang over a white T and black trousers – but upping the glam stakes into the bargain with Monroe-esque waves and a slick of red lipstick.

Winner: Lindsay just can’t compete with sheer fashion force of Kelly’s immaculate styling. Kelly wins!

Pixie Geldof vs. January Jones

Pixie Geldof went dotty at the House Of Holland show at London Fashion Week. Literally. Never one to do things by halves, she teamed her navy wide-leg Topshop trousers with a matching blouse - and came off looking quite fabulous, actually.

Across the pond, January Jones dressed down her Topshop purchase with black boots, a denim jacket and a plain knit as she headed to her car in LA last week.

Winner: Controversial, we know, but Pixie has wowed us here. (Though to be fair to January, probably couldn’t look bad even if she tried.)

Kate Beckinsale vs. Kim Kardashian

At last year’s Cannes Film Fesitival, Kate Beckinsale looked every inch the movie goddess as she took to the red carpet in this elaborately-pleated Nina Ricci gown. Those glossy, honey waves and chandelier drop earrings are pure A-list.

Nine months down the line reality TV hottie Kim Kardashian had the same idea, wearing the gown to a Golden Globes after party – albeit with slightly more dramatic styling in the hair and make-up department.

Winner: Kate is blowing away all the competition this month! It’s a close call, but her more natural styling gives this stunning dress more room to shine.

Olivia Palermo vs. Chloe Green

If there’s a Topshop hero piece to be had, you can guarantee that Olivia’s going to be the girl to bag it. She – somewhat controversially, it has to be said – teamed this stand-out maxi skirt with a chunky jumper and tan belt to sit front row at the London Fashion Week spring/summer 2011 shows.

…But she has competition in the way of Chloe Green, whose papa actuallyownsTopshop – tough break, Olivia. Just a day later, she stole Olivia’s style thunder by wearing the same distinctive skirt with a faux fur-shouldered jacket and long-sleeved navy T.

Winner: It’s a victory for Chloe! We see where Olivia was going with this but, when it comes to the crunch, we just don’t think she pulled it off.

Brooklyn Decker vs. Tess Daly

Brooklyn Decker took to the red carpet in Germany for her flick Just Go With It in this showstopping split-leg purple jumpsuit by Max Mara, which she teamed with strappy coral heels and a dischevelled up-do. We don’t blame her for pulling out all the stops – co-star Jennifer Aniston was also in attendance…

Proving herself to be a bit of a Max Mara obsessive, Tess Daly wore the same design to this year’s Brit Awards (it’s one of a handful of Max Mara pieces she’s been seen in of late). Here, she added a Grecian twist with a silver arm cuff and plaits, plus closed-toe silver heels.

Winner: Brooklyn gets our vote. Such a strong design calls for pared-back styling, and we can’t get enough of that colour pop at the heel.

Cheryl Cole vs. January Jones

The Versace dress Cheryl wore for the National Television Awards just a couple of weeks ago had the best of both worlds: a conservatively chic front panel, and an über-sexy, ultra-revealing cut-out back.

But this dress had already had its A-list moment, worn by January Jones to a fashion industry party back in November last year.

Winner: January’s up-do really lets the detail of this dress shine through. A rare loss for Cheryl!

Katy Perry vs. Ashanti

It was an unusually tame look for quirk queen Katy Perry, but she still looked stunning in this floor-length, metallic print Issa gown at a charity benefit in December. Loving the side-swept locks, Katy.

But, just a month before, another pop princess had already debuted the very same dress. Ashanti sported hers on the red carpet of a New York awards ceremony, with a half-up, half-down ‘do.

Winner: Since both girls steered clear of heavy accessories, it’s the hair and make-up that will win this round – and Katy’s pink lips, smoky eyes and to-die-for beachy locks are the clear victors.

Nicole Richie vs. Ellen Pompeo

It’s pretty handy designing your own collection, because it means you get to wear exactly what you want all the time! Nicole Richie was doing just that way back in 2009, when she donned this sparkly Winter Kate number with black tights and YSL heels for a New Year’s Eve party in Las Vegas.

Exactly a year later, Grey’s Anatomy actress Ellen Pompeo got her hands on the same dress for another Vegas party. The way she wore it? With black tights and black heels, just like Nicole!

Winner: We’d have preferred to see both ladies sans tights, but nevertheless we reckon this gold beauty fits better with Nicole’s natural, boho aesthetic than with Ellen’s. She is the designer, after all…

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Kerry Washington vs. Kate Middleton

Gorgeous actress Kerry Washington is famed for her ultra-pretty red carpet choices – and this creamy Temperley London dress was no exception.

But there’s more than one way to wear this piece, as Princess-to-be Kate Middleton proved last Christmas matching it with a traditional blazer and sheer tights.

Winner: If this were a hair contest, Kate would win hands down, but those dated sheer tights means she loses out to Kerry in the style stakes on this one.

Claire Danes vs. Jaime Winstone

We thought this nude, criss-cross gown couldn’t get any more gorgeous when we spotted it on Claire Danes at 2004′s Costume Institute Gala…

…until Jaime Winstone rocked it even better at last year’s BAFTAs with a retro hair ‘do and strong make-up.

Winner: Jaime’s bags of attitude and daring beauty look are what won the GLAMOUR.COM girls over this time.

Audrina Patridge vs. Khloe Kardashian

Tumbling curls and a single bracelet were all the accessories Hills star Audrina Patridge needed to rock this rich red Alexander McQueen gown on the red carpet for the series’ season 4 finale in 2008.

Fast forward to last month, and fellow reality TV star Khloe Kardashian dug the same dress out of the archives for the People’s Choice Awards, this time in light dove grey.

Winner: Khloe’s colour choice was pretty, but there’s no beating Audrina’s va-va-voom red.

Source from: http://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/fashion/who-wore-it-best/2011/02/khloe-kardashian-same-alexander-mcqueen-dress-audrina-patridge

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