Celebrity Street Style spottings this week: Whitney, Posh, Paris, Anne Hathaway + more

'The Hills' & 'The City's' Whitney Port, spotted out at the beach whilst holidaying in Miami. Whitney wears a 20s-style white bikini with Black Polka dots and white rimmed sunglasses.

Nicole Richie, Joel Madden and their 18 month old baby Harlow Madden take a walk through Santa Monica, Calif., after breakfast on Sunday. Nicole looks stunning in an Indian print purple flowy maxi dress, leather sandals and Vintage Sunglasses.

Anne Hathaway and boyfriend Adam Shulman pictured strolling through New York City's East Village on Saturday. Adam wears his support for his lady's recent production of Twelfth Night across his chest along with Blue skinny jeans and converse style sneakers. Anne Hathaway looks casual in a Straw hat, striped dress, big sunnies and ballet flats.

Sienna Miller is pictured Sydney, Australia with latest co-star Channing Tatum (prepare yourself for rumours of romance) where the pair are busy promoting G.I. Joe: The Rise Of Cobra. Sienna steps out in her usual effortless attire, san's accessories wearing a brown floral 40's style button up dress with a collar and completed with the puffball style. Sienna's boho boots are brown leather heeled and pointed ankle boots with featured laces.

Victoria Beckham / aka Posh Spice arrives at Los Angeles's LAX Airport in smart apparel wearing high waisted white trousers, a silver silk shirt with a low cut chest and large black polka dots, a grey oversized hobo bag and large black sunglasses.

Paris Hilton goes for cute Lolita style in pigtails wearing a light blue Denim Pinafore and Cream Mary Jane Heels and white rimmed sunglasses this Thursday at Westfield Mall in Century City, Calif.

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The Re-Reign of the Gladiator!

You may all remember back in January, I put together a blog of how to update your winter wardrobe using key accessories…so I thought it was only fair to do the same now the summer months are upon us.

I’ve decided to focus on one key accessory as they are by far the most exciting fashion statement of the moment and come in so many interesting styles, making them an option for most occasions. The marvel that I talk of is indeed-The Gladiator Sandal.

Worn by many cultures throughout the early ages, these strap cladded wonders are so versatile and are making a comeback this season. They hit the high street big time in 2007 with style icons such as Kate Moss sporting many different pairs and have been in the shadows ever since. However, with this summer’s fashion really showing us how to mix things up, with clashing prints and any shape goes, the gladiator sandal has once again found itself back on the footwear circuit.

Asos.com, like always offers us the best of the best with so much variety in terms of style and cost. One of the combos that we see this time around is a great one; thick leather buckles contrasted against beautiful sequins, studs jewels and stones.

These Blowfish gladiators come in at a very reasonable £49.

Aldo shoes, one of the most popular on the high street, have a whole section named ‘Gladiator Story’ on their website dedicated to this particular style.

Check out their DRYZIN model for fabulous turquoise straps mixed with those chunky stones. Or how about CHISEM for some wrap around animal print leather.

These Carvela wedge heeled gladiators are perfect for that smart summer dress and are the perfect way to tap into the Summer ‘09 Metallic craze.
(£60).

Gold is a highly flattering colour against most skin tones, Sienna Miller looks chic out and about in New York wearing a pair of Gold flat footed ankle gladiator sandals.




And finally if you’re really brave and have got the legs for them, why not follow in the footsteps of Chanel and try knee high ones. STYLE ALERT!!

Ashlee Olsen loves her pair of Black Chanel High Leg Gladiator Sandals, and showing just how versatile Gladiator Sandals are: Ashlee wears them both with a daytime outfit comprising of denim shorts and a shirt, as well as an evening out in combination with a little black mini-dress with a tassled leather handbag.

Another pair of super-high Gladiators are these Balenciaga's... Rihanna wears hers with a Matthew Williamson top, I'm not sure about the combo, but with a different outfit - they’re quite hot!

I found these AMAZING knee high blue ones from Anna Sui at Net-a-Porter.com. At £420, they are at the higher end of the price range, but I think the colour, the stud detail and even the shape make the money more than worth it.

Gladiator rules:

1. Stick to low strap sandals if your ankle conscious.
2. Knee/calf high ones tend to suit taller, boyish figures as they can shape the legs.
3. If choosing a bright coloured pair, don’t match them with an item of clothing of a similar colour. This season is all about clashing with style, for example the Anna Sui blue beauties above would look so on trend with a Zebra print dress.
4. The Gladiator is ever so versatile so feel free to experiement with what you team them with. However, after having a browse on the streets of London: florals look fab with a studded pair, denim shorts look rock and roll with the knee highs, and you can match a jewelled flat pair with just about anything.
5. They can look cool for day or night wear, but if picking them for an evening outfit, be sure to dress the outfit up in other ways using accessories (try some exotic jewellery or a pretty scarf)

Kate Moss in some simple black Steve Madden Gladiator Sandals which would go with any outfit.

Topshop have some great pairs here at the moment, the ‘Haidee-High gladiator’ fit right in with Kate’s fashion fix and they come in coral as well as black…at £25 each it means you don’t have to choose.

Sarah Jessica Parker, Ashley Olsen and Heidi Montag all been spotted rocking the Blue Balenciaga Gladiator Heels whilst Fergie opts for a fire-engine red pair on a night out which have been the subject of many internet "hot or not" debates.




Check out Beyonce’s multicoloured pair…you can grab yourself almost a complete replica from Aldo with their Rosenberger (here) AND they come in two colour ways which is even better. Maybe Beyonce did get hers from there?!

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February Fever

Through the snow, wind and rain it can sometimes feel that February is just an extension of the January blues, but in the fashion calendar, the Valentine fuelled month is always an exciting time and industry fashionistas everywhere are preparing for one of their busiest months. Elle magazine started the proceedings on Monday night with their prestigious style awards held at Big Sky Studios in North London which I had the privilege of attending!

Despite the rain it really was glam galore, with celebrities such as Alexa Chung, Sienna Miller and Courtney Love all gracing the red carpet in their fabulous frocks. Alexa, who hosted the awards, wore a stunning backless Chanel dress whilst Sienna Miller chose a Matthew Williamson number teamed with a Louis Vuitton jacket and looked radiant as she collected the award for ‘Style Icon.’

Alexa's Chanel dress was custom fitted just for her…I’m jealous!

My two favourite outfits were sported by Alexandra Burke (2008 X-factor winner) and ultra trendy designer Henry Holland who teamed his House of Holland tee with a vintage jacket decorated with a hot heart print. He certainly proved that fashion can often look cooler when you mix different styles, genres and brands; cheap or chic.

I absolutely love brogues, on men and women. High street favourite, Office, introduced the original Scottish shoe style to us last year but they are still hanging around and I think they look so awesome either with skinny skinny jeans or a funky dress and black tights.

Alexandra looked divine in D&G-rocking the nautical theme and highlighting just how fab this huge Spring Summer trend can look.

Other awards of the night included Rupert Sanderson for Accessories designer, delightful duo Viktor and Rolf for Style Visionaries and Christopher Kane for British designer.

Design team Viktor and Rolf are known for their quirky sense of humour. If you fancy a virtual magical trip check out their website http://www.viktor-rolf.com/; it’s certainly a shopping ‘experience.’

The fun continued into the night at the after party with free flowing Moet served in miniature bottles and Godiva chocolates being passed around on grand silver trays.

I found the chic touches made for a super evening and the whole event brought the February fashion fever to life in style.

But fast forward less than a week and the fashion pack are presented with the first of four fashion weeks spreading over Feb and March starting with New York. The phenomenon is then passed on to London before bombarding Milan and Paris. I find it impossible to comprehend how the designers cope at this time of the year, creating and organising their collections as the fashion cycle gets shorter and shorter every year. Whilst we prepare for Spring 2009, they are experimenting for Spring 2010!

If you want any information on when and where your favourite designers will be showcasing their work, log on to http://www.vogue.com/ for the full international schedule.

These next couple of months are precious for fashion history, so keep your glad rag brain in gear, be individual and fashion forward at all times (refer to previous Fabricjam tips if needed) and keep your eyes peeled for fresh style news following the new collections!

Post written by Katie Powell, London Fashion PR

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Baby it's cold outside!

Getting ready in the morning can turn into a bit of a dilemma when all of a sudden you need to take the ultra cold weather into consideration! Below I find out how some of my favourite celebrities are keeping it stylish on the streets this Winter-time!

Sienna Miller wears her wardrobe staple blue skinny jeans, black patent ballet flats, a long sleeved grey top, cropped orange and black detailed jacket, Balenciaga biker bag and shades

Mary-Kate Olsen keeps it trendy but comfortable in an extra long striped scarf and hat. This scarf is gorgeous, big scarves are very hot this season!

Justin Timberlake's flame Jessica Biel looks sleek in a nautical Jumper, blue skinny jeans and leather boots. Comfortable, clean-cut but stylish.

Lauren Conrad of 'The hills' plays it safe with a Turqoise Jacket and black trousers (I love her hairstyle too!)

Jessica Alba goes for a walk in a long patterned jacket, green hat and black leggings. I like this, it's comfy and cute!

Taylor Momsen looks stunning in a long sleeved vintage style dress layered with a nautical long sleeved top underneath finished off with tights and ankle boots. This is a great look for shopping. Not so good for a walk in the park.

Kate Hudson throws on a bit of a combo (tartan scarf, oversized cardi, skinny jeans, boots and a huge bag) but I think it works, she looks hot!

Jennifer Aniston steps out in head-to-toe black. Not very adventurous but I love the Jacket.

Kirsten Dunst does 'rock chic' in her checked jacket, floral skirt, tights and lace up boots (which I'm still a little undecided about). Cute.

No change on the fashion front with new parents Ashlee Simpson-Wentz and Pete Wentz. They always look insync, super-comfortable & trendy.

Lolita Fashion

Lolita fashion is a fast growing trend influence on the runways and streets right now. It's feminine, chic, easy to wear and really comfortable; most definitely a style to embrace! Just don’t think ‘promiscuous girl’ when you think of Lolita with regard to Fashion as the essence of this style is quite the contrary. The primary influence for Lolita Fashion is “the Victorian child” with that extending to a ‘child-like’ appearance in general. Typically, you’d have a little less skin on show and look more on the pretty, girly, Victorian or deliberately plain side – certainly not ‘overtly’ sexy (unless you're venturing toward Goth-Lolita).


You really don’t need to go all out “Japanese Lolita” with frilly hat’s an umbrella’s when attempting this style. It works well when you take your favourite key Lolita pieces and mix them up with a bit of your own style; thus keeping a Lolita feel but adapting it to the 21st century! Of course there’s nothing stopping you from going all out Lolita either! No doubt it’ll be a head turner!


Old fashioned Vintage dresses, High necked blouses, Ruffles, Lace, Frills, Floral’s, Tights, Bows, Short mid waist skirts, Cardigans, White Socks, lace-up Oxford shoes, Shoe Boots, Ankle Boots and Mary Janes are some key pieces that perfectly represent the essence of Lolita Style Dress. These are uber-chic when accompanied with more modern pieces like skinny jeans and oversized handbags. Experiment with your own wardrobe staples to get a look that suits you best.


















For your hair, try plaits including alice-band plaits as Sienna and Mary Kate Olsen do it. Pony tails are cute too as well as a fringe or a bob (or both as Alexa Chung does it!). You can even save a some time and leave your hair looking a little unkempt, like you’ve just been playing outside!

This is a great trend to try out and it's so easy to carry off. For a bit of inspiration I’ve rustled up some celebrity candids where the Lolita influence is apparent.

Model Lily Cole with socks and Mary Janes

Alexa Chung in Victorian Style attire, and Peaches Geldof in a cream Blouse complete with neck bow and a cute black dress

Tv Presenter Fearne Cotton with a cute cream coat, red tights and red lace-up shoe boots






Tv Presenter Fearne Cotton in a Vintage Lace Dress

Alexa Chung in a little girl style dress and cardi


Sienna Miller in a vintage dress and Lace up Boots

Sienna Miller in a cute child-like short dress and shoe boots

Gwen Stefani's stepdaughter Pearle Lowe in a Polka Dot dress with socks and Mary Janes

Pearle Lowe in White tights and Mary Janes

Chloe Sevigny in Vintage with socks and shoe boots

Model Agyness Deyn with a pretty Cinderella style skirt and heels

Gwyneth Paltrow in a cute dress and pony tail

Gwyneth Paltrow in a gorgeous Cream Vintage dress

Kelly Osborne goes Victorian in a black girly dress and heels