Style Star: Johnny Depp the Fashion Icon

 Johnny Depp  is a Fashion Icon

I feel as though I have been remiss in neglecting the male gender for my weekly style star.  So, in my first nod to the boys I am going to pay homage to the main man himself; Mr. Johnny Depp.  His sex appeal and style appeal alike are universally undeniable.  Even if you generally steer clear of that meticulously disheveled look, most of us would make an exception for this guy.  Sort of the male version of Mary Kate and Ashley, he has mastered his own personal layered and quirky look.  Always sporting some portion of his signature hat and gaggle of jewelry motif, he will forever be still in my heart.

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Johnny Depp

Photos are from examiner.com  for hat photo in blog by Justin Howard,  Johnny Depp sitting image from freetobepunk.blogspot,
Mary Kate and Ashley info is from mary-kateandashleyfan.org

Style Star: Kate Middleton

It’s no secret that the Ms. Kate Middleton has inspired legions of loyal fans, domestically and across the pond, ever since she was first spotted on the arm of Prince William back at University.  Even before the royal wedding, she garnered style devotees that looked to her classic fashion choices for inspiration prior to every shopping trip.  That following has ramped up even further now that she has brought her style smarts to the world of maternity.  In my humble opinion she has done maternity even better than her everyday attire…and what better final accessory than that beautiful pregnancy glow!!

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Kate Middleton

Photography image credited to photograph from Life&Style Weekly Magazine : lifeandstylemag.com

Style Star: Kerry Washington

Style Star:  Kerry Washington

Always the picture of perfection, Ms. Kerry Washington’s star status is peaking at just the right time.  As she reaches ever higher in her career, it’s her power as a fashion plate that has everyone abuzz.  She always gets it right – ahead of the trends and totally on point with her hair and make-up.  She maintains the kind of effortless flawlessness that we should all aspire to.

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Kerry Washington

Photo courtesy of best-casual.blogspot.com; movies.yahoo.com

Style Star: Zoe in Zebra

  ZOE in Zebra

In a week long tribute to the bold impact of black & white in the form of a certain angelic African animal, I must start off by showcasing some of the best of the best.  As with all animal print, zebra can go the direction of cheesy with only a slight misstep. Leave it to Ms. Rachel Zoe to show us how to do it right; with simplicity that’s how.  No need for statement accessories with this look –keeping it simple is keeping it right.  Look to Valentino for inspiration…clearly the fashion house has its eye on the fashion prize as well.

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     Rachel Zoe    /    Valentino  Zebra Coat

Photos courtesy of lyst.com ( coat), Rachel Zoe in outfitidentifier.com , Valentino coat polyvore.com

Style Star: Leopard Lover

Leopard Lover

Love it or loathe it, leopard is a look that has been around for-eva and is going nowhere soon. It sometimes gets a bad rap as a cheesy or even trashy, gasp, print, but it is all about wearing this bold look right.  Many of the most iconic women in fashion are proud leopard loving gals, and they can always be counted on to show the rest of us how to do it right!  From Audrey Hepburn to Jackie O. to Kate Moss doing it so right I had to show her twice…classy is all in the execution.  One tip for all you ladies aiming to look this good in leopard; keep your fabrics in check!  Poor quality leopard is nearly impossible to recover from, just sayin…

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Leopard Lovers

Photos courtesy of google.com ( Kate Moss), audrey1.org (Audrey Images), Jackie O images 

Style Star: Vera Wang

Style Star: Vera Wang

In an ode to the end of engagement season and the onset of wedding season, this week’s posts will find their roots in the bridal world.  And what a more perfect way to start a tribute to all the goodies that are the bridal industry than to feature the grand dame of them all, Ms. Vera Wang herself.  Her wedding gowns and ready-to-wear alike embody all that is feminine in clothing design.  Her personal style, however, features more of a downtown cool aesthetic.  Oversize  and comfy chic, she is able to keep her individual style to herself and still cater to women who want to look their girly best on their wedding and every other day. Props to that talent!

Vera Wang

Photos courtesy of perezhilton.com:  harpersbazaar.com

Style Star: Olympia Dellal

Charlotte Olympia Dellal: half English, half Brazilian and 100% style setter extraordinaire. Drawing her everyday inspiration from the 30’s and 40’s, Ms. Dellal always looks the part of glamorous old Hollywood starlet. Always sporting her signature red lips and often wearing her much loved tea dress and high waist trousers, it’s no surprise that her customers are as drawn to her unique Charlotte Olympia shoe creations as the fashion set is to her quirky chic style. Ever the fresh and exuberant style maven, I think I may have to ad another name to my fantasy dinner party list!

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CHARLOTTE OLYMPIA’S CHIC STYLE

Photos Courtesy of Charlotteolympia.com ; harpersbazaar.com ; google.com

Style Star: Bella Heathcote

Bella Heathcote

I’ve just recently discovered the awesomeness of Aussie actress Bella Heathcote. At just 25 years old, she carries herself with the poise and aplomb of someone 10 years her senior while still exuding a youthful freshness. She recently starred in Tim Burton’s Dark Shadows, but is still best known for her soap opera status down under. I foresee a bright future for the young starlet, where her style sense overshadows her Dark Shadow past!

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Bella Heathcote

Photos courtesy of bella-heathcote.com, imdb.com

Style Star: Kate Young Celebrity Stylist

Style Star: Kate Young

Who’s more stylish than the most stylish stars? Only the stylists that style them!  And who tops that totem pole of fashion hierarchy you wonder?  Ms. Kate Young, The Hollywood Reporter’s designated “Most Powerful Stylist,” that’s who.  After starting her career as an assistant to the infamous Ms. Wintour, she has gone on to create a name for her own unique look and celebrity clientele.  As well known for her platinum locks and her former Vogue boss is for her bob, Kate is the go to girl for the young and chic in HollywoodNatalie Portman and Michelle Williams are just the tip of her high profile list.  Have no fear though ladies, she is currently working on a collaborated collection with Target;  finally us mere mortals will be able to afford a piece of her look…

KATE YOUNG

 

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 Kate Young  Celebrity Stylist

Photos courtesy  and info from  nymag.com ; dusty-reykjavik.blogspot.com ;; www.natalieportman.com : usmagazine.com ; nytimes.com

 

 

Style Star: Grammy Girls

 Grammy Girls

Award season is well underway and the stars are continuing to one up each other at every red carpet opportunity.  The Grammy’s are a personal fave of my in terms of style standards and this year did not disappoint!  Not everyone may have adhered to the pleas from up top for a conservative take on fashion, but my top style stars managed to keep it classy and cool.  Rihanna knocked it out of the park with her red-hot stunner and never gets better than Taylor Swift’s Grecian, white winner.  Who won your style star Grammy?

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Taylor Swift                                         Rihanna                                               

Photos Courtesy of  thebudgetfashionista.com;  celebuzz.com; redcarpet-fashionawards.com