Bold Brows

The look of bold eyebrows, reminiscent of old Hollywood beauties such as Audrey Hepburn, Sophia Loren and Elizabeth Taylor, never seem to go out of style and can come across as magnetic. Strong, well groomed brows not only draw attention to the eyes but can also add shape, definition and beautifully frame the face.

Fresh Face

Since starting her modeling career in 2009, Lindsey Wixson has quickly emerged as one of "the" fresh faces of the modeling scene. In addition to being in demand on the runways, she's also appeared in ad campaigns for Miu Miu, Versace, Barneys, Jill Stuart and Galliano. While her look is undoubtedly unique, memorable and youthful, these photographs also show her range and versatility as a model.

Young Hollywood

Just some of the young celebrity "it" girls gracing the current magazine covers, ad campaigns and editorials: Anne Hathaway for Elle UK December, Freida Pinto for Blackbook November, Leighton Meester for Marie Claire UK December, Jessica Szhor for Asos, Emma Watson for Vogue UK December and Olivia Wilde for Vanity Fair December

The Animal Inside

Animal prints seemed to have resurfaced season after season. Whether it's jackets, dresses, handbags, shoes or scarves, these prints bring the animal instinct out of everyone. Whether mixed & matched or incoporated in small doses, these safari looks certainly evoke a sense of fierce confidence and fabulousness.

Leather, Spikes and Studs

Leather, spikes and studs, worn individually or together, these elements lend an edgy look to any ensemble. Whether your style inspiration is biker babe, rocker or sleek sophistication, the mix of leather and/or metal embellishments are key elements to achieve these looks.

Rock Royalty

Fashion and rock and roll have always seemed to gravitate towards one another. And so it would be no surprise that Georgia Jagger (18), Daisy Lowe (21) and Amber Le Bon (21), all daughters born into rock and roll royalty, naturally ended up in front of the camera lens. Georgia Jagger, daughter of legendary musician Mick Jagger of The Rolling Stones and model Jerry Hall, appeared most recently in Hudson jean ads, Versace, Chanel Resort and has even graced the cover of November 2010 Harper's Bazaar. Daughter of vocalist/musician turned fashion designer Pearl Lowe and Gavin Rossdale of Bush, Daisy Lowe, boasts a portfolio that includes campaigns for Mango, DKNY, Louis Vuitton and Marc by Marc Jacobs. Amber Le Bon, daughter of Simon Le Bon of Duran Duran and model Yasmin Le Bon, has modeled for Moschino, River Island and was featured in Playing Fashion's October 2010 edition. While they come from a lineage of rock icons and famous models, these young ladies are making a mark in their own right.

Cover Wars: November 2010

Many of you are probably already enjoying your November issues. For those that don't subscribe or haven't picked up the latest copy, included in this post are some of the international November covers of issues currently available at newstands. Which magazine(s) are you most eager to pore over?

Masquerade, à la Vogue Paris

French Vogue celebrated its 90th Anniversary last week by hosting a decadent masquerade fête held at the Hotel Pozzo di Borgo in Paris, France. The grand affair was attended by some of the most high profile and influential figures in the fashion scene. Supermodels, celebrities and designers alike wore masks inspired by the Eyes Wide Shut theme; some more disguised than others. The event was glamourous, provocative and dramatic...true to French Vogue form. Image Source: Wireimage, Wenn, Vogue Paris Oct 2010

Vintage Glam

In contrast to the futuristic fashions from my earlier Fast Forward post, fashion also continually draws inspiration from the past. Season after season, fashion houses and designers never fail to introduce modern interpretations of vintage inspired looks from prior decades and magazine editorials styled in fashions reminiscent from previous eras remain prevalent...creating nostalgic looks that capture the essence of old Hollywood glam. As fashion evolves, there is no doubt it also continues to repeat history. What is your favorite fashion decade?

Seeing Red

Beautifully red stained lips embody glamour, sex appeal and confidence. When worn the right way, this vibrant lip color can also give one's ensemble a polished, classic and elegant look. At initial thought, one might think this bold color isn't suitable for everyone but with so many options available, there's a flattering shade of rouge for every skintone as reviewed here. Fun tidbit: Marilyn Monroe wore Chanel No. 5 to bed according to Marie Claire.

Amazing Grace

When I think of Vogue, I think of Grace Coddington. Anna Wintour has been public figure and influential force behind American Vogue, but after the release of the movie "The September Issue", more people came to know Grace Coddington as not only the Creative Director of American Vogue but the style visionary behind the phenomenal editorials. Her early career in fashion was initially as a successful model, later landed a stylist job at British Vogue and eventually joined American Vogue in 1988. Her high fashion, high drama layouts with a signature style aesthetic/approach that incorporates elements of fantasy, movement and storytelling are representative of what Vogue is all about. Simply put, she's a brilliant woman and creative genius. Fun tidbit: Although she can certainly afford a personal driver with her Vogue salary, she still takes the subway to work.

Fast Forward

Ever envision what fashion would be like if we were to fast forward into the future? While the big screen has offered its own interpretation of futuristic fashion in movies like Mad Max, Matrix, and Star Trek, designers are also introducing modern day looks that are just as fashionable as they are innovative. The architectural and geometric design, leather/patent leather and bold colors are all apparent elements in these ultramodern editorials; giving us a glimpse into the next millennium. What is your vision of futuristic fashion?

Fur and Fringe

Fur and fringe elements appear everywhere this season; from coats and vests to embelished details on dresses, bags and accessories. Not sure if these editorials exemplify my observations...but although genuine fur has remained a symbol of luxury, there's a noticable awareness and conscious effort from designers to incorporate faux fur into their collections, allowing for PETA friendly options to achieve these luxurious looks. The fringe details have also made a mark this F/W season and not just in leather/suede. Having come a long way from being prevalent staples among hippies and cowboys, decorative fringe elements have also translated into luxurious pieces this season.

Fan of Freja

Of all the models currently gracing the magazine covers and editorials, Danish born Freja Beha Erichsen has steadily become my #1 model of the moment. She started her career in 2005 and has quickly achieved high ranking as one of the top models in the biz as they would say. The "it" factor would probably be attributed to her tough-glam appeal and edgy/cool looks. Fun tidbit: She's reportedly got 16 tattoos.

Turn up the Volume

While tousled, air-dried waves has been the hairstyle choice for most especially this past summer, high volume hair has made a comeback during F/W 2010 runway shows and editorials. Similar to statement shoes or necklaces, these are undoubtedly statement hairstyles. These voluminous hairstyles certainly do the job of exuding sex appeal and glam. Although dramatic and eye-catching in print, it will be interesting how these bombshell Barbarella locks, brushed back poufs and bouffants will translate into everyday looks on the street...is there such thing as an understated pompadour?

Fall Knits

I witnessed the first glimpse of fall this past weekend with rustling of yellow and burnt orange leaves scattered on the ground and already felt the slight chills of the autumn breeze. With the temperatures dropping, my initial instinct is to throw on a chunky knit sweater. The sense of comfort, warmth and ease of knits make it one of my key fall essentials.

Androgynous Appeal

Who is this blonde beauty you might ask? His name is Andrej Pejic. Yes, Andrej is the latest "male" model sensation to emerge the fashion scene and has drawn quite a bit of buzz since appearing in the John Galliano and Jean Paul Gaultier shows earlier this year. Andrej, an 18 year old from Melbourne Australia, shares the exquisite features and bone structure of your typical male model while altering the conventional views of androgyny. As illustrated in his editorial and runway work, he bends the perception of beauty (masculine vs feminine) in fashion photography.

Black on Black

Black is truly one of the more versatile colors in the wardrobe palette. The wonderful thing about black is that depending on how you style (or understyle) a look, you can make a statement or opt for an understated look. When I think of black on black ensembles, the words bold, sleek, sophisticated, strong, edgy, sexy, elegant and glamourous come to mind. What words come to mind when you think of black?

Mod Squad: Miu Miu FW2010

Miu Miu's FW2010 ad campaign, photographed by dynamic duo Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott (who also shot the stunning Cavalli 40th anniversary campaign with Gisele Bündchen posted here), was something that took my breath away. The collection channels a 60s minimalist mod vibe with plenty of tailored solids and a mixture of fun floral appliqués, lace and plaid. Black, purple and mustard yellow dominated the color palette of this collection. Love the sleek styling of this campaign with the youthful platinum ponytails and pastel makeup...pure perfection. See more of the Miu Miu collection as well as the video and ad campaign at http://www.miumiu.com/campaign/. Have a wonderful weekend everyone!

90s Supermodels Redux

Before Daria, Karlie, Freja, Abbey Lee or Bambi, there were the Supermodels of the 90s...Cindy, Christy, Linda, Naomi, Claudia and Kate. I admit, I have a mild obsession with these models. They are arguably the models that were in most demand and had the most staying power; dominating an entire decade or more, with most still booking steady modeling work to this day. Their notoriety made them household names and even appeared in George Michael's "Freedom" music video. Included in this post are some of my favorite photographs past and present. With so many to choose from that I may have to post a part deux!