Style Icon: Marion Cotillard

I was prepared to do an oscar gown post, unfortunately, to be quite honest none of the gowns really intrigued me or deserved to be discussed. Instead I found myself watching one actress who prior to Sunday night (I must admit) had never been on my red carpet radar, Marion Cotillard.

I'm sure most of you know her now due to her Best Actress win for La Vie En Rose. After a little research I found numerous photos of her at events around the world and saw that her French, chicness was not only apparent in her Gaultier Paris Haute Couture gown, Chopard jewelry, and Swarovski clutch at the oscars, but innately present.

french women have that 'je ne sais quoi' ....

End of an Era: Farewell Valentino

Valentino Garavani retired at the age of 75 after designing for 45 years. His designs are chic, sophisticated and timeless, always representang a woman's figure in the finest form. Valentino will be remembered for his impeccable red dresses, only one of many trademarks he will leave upon the high fashion world. His successor is Alessandra Facchinetti, the ex-Gucci designer.

Personal Muse: Brigitte Bardot

"She is every man's idea of the girl he'd like to meet in Paris."

Dubbed the icon of female sexuality in the 1950's and 60's Brigitte's style and sex appeal has been remembered and revamped even today. Born in Paris Brigitte started modeling and acting at an early age. By the time she was 15 it became apparent that the camera loved her and her ability to capture the audience with her stunning looks and sex kitten demure propelled her to international fame. Media hordes covered her every move. Brigitte is known for being one of the first female pinups, popularing the bikini and Saint Tropez as a luxurious vacation spot. She as one son and was married a number of times to artists, business men and actors. Currently Karl Lagerfeld modeled his Pre-Fall 2008 show after her.

Celebrity Style: Olsen Twins in Winter Whites

1. Mary-kate sporting a pink platform 'victoria' shoe by Giambattista Valli
2. Ashley Olsen in Calvin Klein

Because there's never enough Kate..

Kate Moss on the cover of the November issue of ID magazine debuting a shorter, platinum cut with bangs.

Celebrity Style: Halloween

1. Heidi Klum with friends as an evil cat
2. Kate Beckinsale as a devil
3. Josh Harnett as Bob Dylan
4. Ashley Olsen as an 18th century vampire
5. Agyness Deyn and Henry Holland in personal interpretations

New Personal Muse: Jane Birkin

I am adding Jane Birkin to my list female muses on the right hand side of my blog.

Jane Birkin emerged in the swinging '60s in London, creating a stir as one of the models in the controversial film Blowup in 1966, in which she became the first actress to reveal pubic hair in mainstream cinema. She met her first husband Serge Gainsbourg a famous French writer, director and singer on the set of her second movie and quickly excelled to international fame as his muse.

Hermès' named and designed the Birkin Bag for her in 1984 after the actress was seen in 1981 by the head of Hermès struggling with several bags while boarding an airplane.

A Muse of Her Own

Miuccia Prada channels her own quirky style in her 2008 Resort ad campaign

Mary-Kate update

Shopping at maxfields with her vintage leather bomber, Louboutin heels, vintage gold Rolex (her and ashley both have them) and an amazing ammunition inspired belt.

Twin Trends

The Olsen twins have been out and about lately rocking some interesting pieces. I love Mk's red scarf and shoes.

Look who's in Paris for Fashion week!!

Thats right... my favourite fashionista twins.. as well the 2006 top money makers for young celebrities has been released and who's on top? Olsen twins, at $40 million each.... blowing Lindsay Lohan at $6 million out of the water.

Factory Girl Costumes

Must See Movie

The critics were not too impressed by George Hickenlooper’s Factory Girl but I was. It is a film on the 60's pop art movement in New York City centered around Andy Warhol's muse, Edie Sedgwick ( my fascination) played by Sienna Miller. The film tells her iconic story of her rise to fame as a NYC socialite and her heart wrenching downfall. The fashion in the film alone will capitivate you, I love 1960's fashion so it was the icing on the cake! Don't let the reviews stop you... go and see for yourself!

Celebrity Style

1. Kate Moss at the National Portrait Gallery for the ‘Face of Fashion’ exhibition in London.

2. Victoria Beckhham arrivaing in L.A. from New York

3. Sienna Miller living the Boujis club in London

The timeless icons

I thought I would start by discussing some of my favourite fashion icons of all time. These are people who embody a unique sense of style that not only reflects the 'it' looks of the season but as well expresses their individuality.

1. Grace Kelly- all time classic, aristocratic and feminine (Hermes Kelly bag).

2. Jackie O- staple boots, sleek mini dresses, and large round sunglasses.

3. Audrey Hepburn- dainty woman that never fails to showcase elegance (trademark hats).

4. Kate Moss- provides the perfect mix of modern, vintage, runway, streetwear--> leader of the pack.

5. Sienna Miller- today's Bohemian babe, gem studded shoes, bold jewellery, breezy caftans

6. Zooey Deschanel- uses her youth wear the latest trends and spins it perfectly with her personal quirks.

7. Kate Hudson- perfectly rounded female. From red carpet glamour, to street chic, to beachy bohmemian and sporty duds, miss Hudson nails them all.

8. Margherita Missoni- apart from being Missoni royalty she consistantly shines with a glow of her own in flirty frocks, and bold accessories.

9. Edie Sedgwick- The lady of the 60's. She wore whatever she felt while out on the town in new york.. sometimes shoeless, sometimes pantless with tights... and forever remembered.