From Kate Middleton to Eva Mendes Everyone's Wearing Polka Dots

Kate Middleton sparked a spotted revolution when she wore her sell out Topshop dress to the Warner Bro inauguration last week. And now it seems everywhere you look there’s a celeb working the dotted print, whether it be a spotted jumper or the cutest of polka dot accessories, the stars can’t seem to get enough of the polka print – and neither can we!

Eva Mendes sizzled in a red polka dot shirt dress in New York last month, whilst Diane Kruger stayed one style step ahead and wore an autumn/winter 13 Jason Wu number. The high collar shirt and peplum detailed trousers instantly added that flawless fashion edge that we know and love her for.  Work the print like K-Middy and The Saturdays Rochelle and pair a polka dot dress with a structured blazer and simple accessories for instant lady like chic.  Or pair with distressed jeans and biker boots to add a tougher edge to your look, a la Gwen Stefani.

Polka dots are big news for next season, and these style savvy stars know it. From graphic polka dots in pop-pastel hues at Miu Miu to minimalist sheer spots at Chloe, the catwalks were awash with the print. So stay one step ahead of the fash pack and be in style now and next season, and start shopping our pick of the best polka dot prints, available online now!

'OMG' clutch bag, £28, asos.com

Polka dot skinny jean, £140, House Of Holland at Harrods

Jacquard spot cardigan, £225, Joseph

Polka dot shirt, £251.13, Markus Lupfer at farfetch.com

Polka dot shirt dress, £140, Jaeger

Contrasting canvas and leather wedges, £510, Pierre Hardy at Browns

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Beauty Bites: Prada Launch Candy LEau PLUS Alber Elbaz's Lancome Collection

Whilst some of you might dread Monday mornings, the dawn of a new week means only one thing to true beauty aficionados- new product launches, exclusive parties, red carpet events and hot makeup and hair trends to try out. It might only be Tuesday, but the week has started off very well indeed...   

Prada Launch Candy L’Eau (Finally!)

Remember those amazing Roman Coppola and Wes Anderson Prada Candy films that took your breath away at the end of last month? Well, as of 29th April, the much-anticipated fragrance is now available to buy nationwide. Lighter than its Prada Candy predecessor, the new scent blends white musk, caramel, benzoin, sweet pea and citrus notes for a spring-tingling fresh finish. We’ve fallen head over heels for the beautiful bottle- the perfect Bank Holiday boudoir update!

Prada Candy L’Eau Eau de Toilette is available nationwide now, £50 for 50ml

Alber Elbaz for Lancôme

Beauty/fashion collaborations are nothing new, but my gosh do they get us excited or what?! When we heard the news back in January that Alber Elbaz would be teaming up with Lancôme to launch a new makeup collection we were almost squealing with glee, but now having seen exclusive product pics, we're not sure we can wait till June! Alber will be taking time out of his busy schedule as Creative Director for Lanvin to design the ‘Hypnôse Show’ collection. The packaging is super-cute and we love the way Mr Elbaz has the ability to make even high-end brands like Lanvin seem fun and approachable.

Lancôme x Alber Elbaz, available at www.lancome.com from 15^th June 

Green & Spring ‘Birdie’ Bobbin Bicycle

We're swooning over this new two-wheeled beauty, product of an exclusive venture between British brand Green & Spring and Bobbin Bicycles. Out now and just in time for spring, this stunning bicycle is adorned with Green & Spring’s signature bird print and is the perfect excuse to get some fresh air and leave that crammed tube behind… Leave your oyster card at home, ladies! The wicker basket is ideal for carrying around all your beauty treats to boot.

The Limited Edition Green & Spring ‘Birdie’ Bobbin Bicycle, £550 is available online at www.greenandspring.com and at The Village Shop at Cowley Manor, home of Green & Spring. 

 

Estee Lauder's Bronze Goddess Is Back!

Nothing says summer more than Estee Lauder's Bronze Goddess Collection, so we were thrilled when we saw in our diaries that the new collection goes on counter tomorrow. The only problem we're having is deciding which product is our fave... Inspired by the sunset hues of the Caribbean, the new collection is jam-packed with super-sultry shades and guarantees to give any makeup bag an instant tropical update. We love!

Via: Beauty Bites: Prada Launch Candy LEau PLUS Alber Elbaz's Lancome Collection

Arrested Development Premieres Season 4 in Los Angeles

It's an exciting time for the millions of fans whose hearts broke when "Arrested Development" was cancelled a few years back!

Last night (April 29) the beloved cast showed up at the Chinese Theater in Los Angeles for a swanky shindig to celebrate the arrival of Season 4.

Jason Bateman hobnobbed with costars David Cross, Jessica Walter, Tony Hale, Alia Shawkat, Michael Cera, Portia de Rossi, Will Arnett, Jeffrey Tambor, and Judy Greer ahead of the May 26th kickoff.

Meanwhile, it's just been announced that John Krasinski will join the cast of "Arrested Development" during the course of the new 15-episode run, though there's no word on his role or the frequency of his character in the storyline.

Enjoy the pictures from the "Arrested Development" Season 4 premiere (April 29).

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Watch the Fashion In-Crowd Run Around in Classic Ferragamo Flats

Beginning May 1, Salvatore Ferragamo's classic Vara pump — the mid-heeled shoe featuring a grosgrain bow that fashion icons from Princess Diana to Alexa Chung have slipped onto their feet over the decades — will be further immortalized in an online project called L'Icona.

The site, which is being launched as part of the shoe's 35th anniversary festivities, will feature portraits of 21 of the world's modern fashionistas (a.k.a. fashion week regulars, models, and actresses) hand-selected by creative director Massimiliano Giornetti and snapped by celebrated photographer (and former Wintour assistant) Claiborne Swanson Frank. Each woman will be modeling a custom pair of Ferragamo's Vara or Varina shoes that will soon be offered in a fresh assortment of colors ranging from Blue Scuro, Lava, Acqua, Rosso, and an exclusive summery print.

Justin Wu directed a short film featuring all 21 women shot in Paris, Moscow, London, Rome, Palm Beach, Miami, Los Angeles, and New York. Click on the video above to catch a first glimpse of fashion-world favorites like Miroslava Duma, Camilla Belle, Jessica Hart, Susie Lau, and Elettra Weidemann ambling alongside a river, pulling petals off of flowers, twirling around, or running off into picturesque settings, all while donning their special pair of Ferragamos.

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Grace Kelly: the enduring style icon for modern European royals

What's a princess to wear when they are accepting the big promotion? This quandary must have been keeping Princess Máxima of the Netherlands awake at night ever since her mother-in-law decided she was going to abdicate the throne in favour of her son, the Prince of Orange, Willem-Alexander, thus making Máxima the new queen today.

In the event, the 41-year-old blonde did what all sensible European princesses do these days and channelled the most stylish of them all - Princess Grace of Monaco.

Starting out as first a model, then a leading lady in Hollywood, Grace Kelly had a head start (and a lot of help, no doubt) creating her poised and elegant image. But it is an image which has endured for over 60 years.

Queen Máxima's feminine pastel ensemble teamed with her cool blonde hair, twisted and pinned neatly under at the nape of her neck into a French Roll today, both echoed Kelly's signature Fifties style.

Grace Kelly in 1951; Queen Maxima chanelling her hairstyle today. Photos: Rex/ Getty

And Máxima is not the first royal to fall for Kelly's timeless charms. Our own Duchess of Cambridge married her Prince wearing a lace Alexander McQueen dress which bore a striking resemblance to the Helen Rose gown Kelly chose for her marriage to Prince Rainier of Monaco in 1956.

The Duchess of Cambridge on her wedding day; Grace Kelly in her wedding gown in 1956. Photos: Christopher Pledger/ Rex

IN PICTURES: The Duchess of Cambridge's wedding dress

Crown Princess Letizia of Spain and Crown Princess Mary of Denmark (The Duchess of Cambridge's style double) meanwhile, both have a penchant for a Kelly-esque ladylike suit and fairytale gowns, and are both perennially groomed to Kelly-standard perfection in all their state regalia whenever the occasion calls.

Princess Grace of Monaco in a tweed skirt suit; Crown Princess Letizia of Spain sporting a smiliar style. Photos: Rex

Even Princess Charlene of Monaco - the rebel princess - has succumbed to the power of her late mother-in-law's image, taming her flowing platinum locks into a chic chignon and dressing in the kind of understated, elegant Giorgio Armani gowns which wouldn't have looked out of place on her predecessor.

Crown Princess Mary of Denmark adopts a contrasting black jacket like Kelly did as a star in the 50s. Photos: Rex

IN PICTURES: Charlene of Monaco's style evolution

And as life comes full circle, Hollywood, and the fashion world are falling in love with Grace Kelly all over again. Dior designer Raf Simons' recent couture collections owe much to the timeless beauty's archive of flawless fairy tale looks, while the world waits to see Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman's portrayal of Kelly in upcoming movie Grace of Monaco, scheduled for release next year.

Kelly and the present-day Princess Charlene of Monaco. Photos: Rex

SEE: When actresses play style icons

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Beauty Bites: Alber Elbaz's Lancome Collection and Green & Spring Bobbin Bicycles

Whilst some of you might dread Monday mornings, the dawn of a new week means only one thing to true beauty aficionados- new product launches, exclusive parties, red carpet events and hot makeup and hair trends to try out. It might only be Tuesday, but the week has started off very well indeed...   

Prada Launch Candy L’Eau (Finally!)

Remember those amazing Roman Coppola and Wes Anderson Prada Candy films that took your breath away at the end of last month? Well, as of yesterday, 29^th April, the much-anticipated fragrance is now available to buy nationwide. Lighter than its Prada Candy predecessor, the new scent blends white musk, caramel, benzoin, sweet pea and citrus notes for a spring-tingling fresh finish. We’ve fallen head over heels for the beautiful bottle- the perfect Bank Holiday boudoir update!

Prada Candy L’Eau Eau de Toilette is available nationwide now, £50 for 50ml

Alber Elbaz for Lancôme

Beauty/fashion collaborations are nothing new, but my gosh do they get us excited or what?! When we heard the news back in January that Alber Elbaz would be teaming up with Lancôme to launch a new makeup collection we were almost squealing with glee, but now having seen exclusive product pics, we're not sure we can wait till June! Alber will be taking time out of his busy schedule as Creative Director for Lanvin to design the ‘Hypnôse Show’ collection. The packaging is super-cute and we love the way Mr Elbaz has the ability to make even high-end brands like Lanvin seem fun and approachable.

Lancôme x Alber Elbaz, available at www.lancome.com from 15^th June 

Green & Spring ‘Birdie’ Bobbin Bicycle

What do you get if you cross a quintessentially British bicycle brand with a British beauty brand? A Green & Spring ‘Birdie’ Bobbin Bicycle, of course! Out now and just in time for spring, this stunning bicycle is adorned with Green & Spring’s signature bird print and is the perfect excuse to embrace the great outdoors and leave that crammed tube behind… Leave your oyster card at home, ladies!

The Limited Edition Green & Spring ‘Birdie’ Bobbin Bicycle, £550 is available online at www.greenandspring.com and at The Village Shop at Cowley Manor, home of Green & Spring. 

 

Estee Lauder's Bronze Goddess Is Back!

Nothing says summer more than Estee Lauder's Bronze Goddess Collection, so we were thrilled when we saw in our diaries that the new collection goes on counter tomorrow. The only problem we're having is deciding which product is our fave... Inspired by the hues of the Caribbean, the new collection of vibrant colour and sultry shades will give any makeup bag an instant tropical revamp. We love!

Via: Beauty Bites: Alber Elbaz's Lancome Collection and Green & Spring Bobbin Bicycles

Style Snippets: Net-a-porter's Proenza Schouler Collection PLUS Issa Does Bags

This week in the world of fashwan, Nicolas Ghesquière revealed his colleagues at Balenciaga didn't understand fashion while Alexander Wang revealed his first ever campaign for the French fashion house. We've also enjoyed watching the fash-off between Zoe Saldana and Alice Eve as they trot around the world on the Star Trek promo tour. But that's not all! Catch up on the latest news below and stay tuned to this page as we keep it updated with the latest style snippets...

Net-a-porter's First Exclusive Collection By Proenza Schouler

If you've seen this week's installment of Grazia's Fashion Charts, you'll know Net-a-porter.com will stock the first ever exclusive collection by Proenza Schouler. Yes! The collection comprises of 9 pieces including a mini dress and skirt, a jacket, sweater and shorts and will be unveiled on the luxury site in May giving customers in 170 countries the chance to own a unique, limited-edition ready-to-wear item by one of America’s top designers before anyone else. 'The collection was based on some of our favorite pieces from past pre-spring collections and riff on the idea of surf-inspired classics like the board short and the Baja pullover, but reinterpreted in luxe fabrics like leather and custom tweeds,' say Proenza Schouler designers Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez say. We say: bring. it. on.

Proenza Schouler for Net-a-porter

Amber Le Bon Models Monsoon's Winning Designers

Earlier this month, Grazia Daily paid tribute to Monsoon’s 40th anniversary with a look back at the brand's greatest campaign moments - but the celebrations don't end there. You may remember last year Monsoon set a competition for the first year Royal College of Art Fashion and Textile students to design prints and garments for an exclusive collection to celebrate the mile stone? Well, today, the winners have been revealed! Our congrats go to Jessica Edwards and Kyle Spires who brought a fresh take to Monsoon’s heritage - and what could be a better prize than having the collection modelled by Amber Le Bon?

Dipali Printed Jumpsuit £69 Jasmine Flip Flop £29 Ema Bangles £16

Issa Launches Bag Collection For Spring Summer 2013

Is that the Kate Effect we hear striking again? News reaches us that Issa has stepped into the world of accessories with the launch of the first Issa bag collection for Spring Summer 20i3. The collection features four unique styles and each are available exclusively online as of Friday 26th April priced at £295 - £545. The capsule collection, made in Italy, features the brand's iconic digital toucan print with a lotus flower clasp detail. There's also a woven raffia number with animal skin detailing and beautifully crafted long satin clutches. As for the luxurious satin clutches, they'd make perfect accompaniment to any fancy occasion - or indeed royal outing.

Issa's Jungle Box, £495

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