BeyoncĂ©’s Black Velvet Gown Took 10 Days to Make, and Boy, Was It Worth the Wait

October 07, 2021 at 04:43PM BeyoncĂ© joined her husband, producer JAY-Z, at the London premiere of Netflix’s The Harder They Fall, although she couldn’t be spotted on the red carpet. Nevertheless, the multihyphenate posed for photos for her stylist KJ Moody, showing off her custom velvet gown from every angle. The look was crafted over the course of 10 full days by Albanian fashion brand Valdrin Sahiti and is made from silk and velvet fabric with Lycra on the interior corset. The team posted a shot of Bey in the final look on Instagram, referring to it as her favorite black dress - so unsurprisingly, it seems like she had her pick from many. The outfit was complete with simple black sandals, a crystalized Judith Leiber clutch, sunglasses, and Lorraine Schwartz jewels. (Her pear drop earrings were 21 carats alone, but she also…

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September Reader Favorites

September Reader FavoritesOctober 04, 2021 at 11:05PM I’m rounding up what y’all having been loving and shopping this September. Here are the top 10 products Fitnessista readers purchased this month.  I love sharing my favorites with you – whether it’s something for the girls, a staple in the Pilot’s closet, or my newest activewear finds – I enjoy sharing what we are using and loving, and love when you love them too! Here are the top 10 products Fitnessista readers purchased this month: Farrah Ankle Skinny Jeans A staple in my closet, I wear them constantly. Edged Chain Necklace A simple accessory that goes with most anything! I get a ton of compliments on it, too. Sage Midi Tank Dress Can dress up or down, this tank dress is perfect for Arizona weather year-round. Crimini Slipdress Elegant yet comfortable, I love the thin…

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Actor, Singer and Red Carpet Slayer Cynthia Erivo is FASHION’s November 2021 Cover Star

October 07, 2021 at 02:30PM While the pandemic has waylaid the best of plans, Cynthia Erivo has risen to make the most of it. When I connect with the Grammy- and Tony-winning actor, singer and producer via Zoom in late August, she is in L.A. and sounds exceptionally at ease for someone on the brink of a monumental month. Erivo’s September started with jury duty at the 78th Venice International Film Festival and a rapid-fire round of breathtaking fashion moments, including one Schiaparelli Haute Couture number in which she seemed to be encircled by silver foil. Photography by Royal Gilbert. Dress, price upon request, Giambattista Valli. Necklace (bottom), $3,290, Sterling King. Septum ring and studs (worn throughout) and necklace (top), Erivo’s own.And then there was her Emmy nomination for her portrayal of Aretha Franklin in Genius: Aretha and the release of her first…

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Pernille Teisbaek’s Mango Collection is Here and I Tried On the Best Bits

October 07, 2021 at 11:09AM Fashion collaborations are having a bit of a moment, and it feels like every month another brand announces that it’s joining forces with a high-profile industry name. As a fashion editor it’s easy to become cynical about these powerhouse pairings, but every now and then one comes along that hits the nail on the head. This month? It’s Mango’s collaboration with Scandi It girl Pernille Teisbaek. As one of the ‘original’ influencers, I’ve genuinely loved Pernille’s clean-lined yet statement-making style ever since I joined Instagram, and it’s this elevated approach to basics that winds its way through her Mango edit, manifesting in immaculate tailoring, versatile tank tops and flattering jeans. “I was thinking about the woman, the mother, the girl", Pernille explains. “It was important that we responded to the versatility and ease that busy, modern women need from their wardrobes. For me, that’s…

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Pernille Teisbaek’s Mango Collection is Here and I Tried On the Best Bits

October 07, 2021 at 11:09AM Fashion collaborations are having a bit of a moment, and it feels like every month another brand announces that it’s joining forces with a high-profile industry name. As a fashion editor it’s easy to become cynical about these powerhouse pairings, but every now and then one comes along that hits the nail on the head. This month? It’s Mango’s collaboration with Scandi It girl Pernille Teisbaek. As one of the ‘original’ influencers, I’ve genuinely loved Pernille’s clean-lined yet statement-making style ever since I joined Instagram, and it’s this elevated approach to basics that winds its way through her Mango edit, manifesting in immaculate tailoring, versatile tank tops and flattering jeans. “I was thinking about the woman, the mother, the girl", Pernille explains. “It was important that we responded to the versatility and ease that busy, modern women need from their wardrobes. For me, that’s…

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Sacré Bleu! Zara Just Dropped the Coolest French Capsule Collection

October 07, 2021 at 10:00AM Bonjour, mes amies. Today is a good day because not only do we have Zara news, we have a double whammy of French style news too. Two incredible fashion forces have come together to give us the ultimate chic collaboration: Charlotte Gainsbourg’s denim collection for Zara. You read that right, the cool offspring of Jane Birkin and Serge Gainsbourg has designed a capsule range for the high-street mega brand, and we think you’re going to love it. The actress and singer has a long history of wearing denim and double denim in particular, often styling a classic true blue denim shirt with a pair of blue jeans, so she knows what she’s talking about when it comes to this material. On the matter of the new line, Gainsbourg said: “I have always wanted to have a tiny collection of what…

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4 Mid-Length Styles That Make Thin Hair Look So Much Thicker

October 07, 2021 at 08:00AM Thin hair can be difficult to style. Trust me—I know. I’ve tried to make my naturally thin hair look thicker and fuller ever since I was in middle school and my mum let me get my hands on a hot tool. Since then, I’ve cycled through plenty of hairstyles, volumising products, and thickening techniques. Some have worked, but most haven’t. That’s okay. Somewhere along the way, I’ve learned to live and work with my naturally thin hair (sigh), and the style I choose to wear it in has a lot to do with that. For example, I’ve learned a slick-straight style doesn’t do my thin hair any favours, which is why I tend to go with tousled, textured waves instead. So yeah, I had my opinions on what hairstyles work best for my thin, medium-length hair, but I was wondering what experts…

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Black Jeans Are Often Overlooked—These 9 Outfits Unlock Their Full Potential

October 07, 2021 at 08:00AM When we talk about classic jeans, blue pairs often spring to mind, but I think black jeans are just as timeless, even if they don’t receive the same airtime as their vintage-wash counterparts. I always feel more pulled together and polished in black jeans, which I’d argue also transition from day to night more seamlessly due to their darker base colour.Still, just like any outfit, black jean outfits can become repetitive if you let them. So in an attempt to stop them from becoming stale and tired, I’ve gone on the hunt for black jean outfits that are classic, chic, and won’t let you down no matter where you’re going. Handily, there was a plethora of stylish looks to choose from, and my favourites are showcased below.Whether you’re looking for new ways to freshen your style for autumn or simply want some insight into…

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11 Reasons Victoria Beckham Looks So Amazing at 47

October 07, 2021 at 08:00AM I’m lucky enough in my job to have access to celebrity facialists, top beauty brands and the best experts in the industry, but I’ve noticed more and more that it’s A-listers themselves who are becoming all the more influential when it comes to serving up legitimately good beauty advice. Of course, celebrities like Beyoncé and Jennifer Aniston are surrounded by the beauty industry’s cream of the crop on a daily basis—from makeup artists to hairstylists—so it’s really no surprise that they’ve picked up some expert beauty tips along the way. There’s one celebrity in particular, however, whose skincare knowledge I trust more than most: Victoria Beckham.With her very own beauty line under her belt and a dedicated beauty reel of product recommendations and top tips on her Instagram, Beckham’s love of all things beauty is obvious. Her passion for products combined with how open she has…

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Quilted Jackets Are Everywhere, But These 27 Are the Absolute Best

October 07, 2021 at 08:00AM We’re only mere days into autumn, and pieces that will define the season ahead are already beginning to emerge. The fashion set, it seems, is just as impatient as we are. From Ganni’s chunky knee boots (or the Marks and Spencer iteration if you’re feeling less flush) to Breton-stripe knits, these are the buys to own if you want to look on-trend and in the know right now.Eclipsing them all in covetability, however, is the quilted jacket. Of course, this isn’t exactly a new trend—variations of quilted jackets have been on our radar for the past few winters. But this year is about cropped, waist-grazing jackets with a defined quilted finish in either diamond or more abstract patterns, which is not to be mistaken for the tubular lines associated with puffer coats.The sudden rise in the quilted jacket’s popularity can be traced…

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