Here's a first look at what we can expect from Tom Ford's Fall - Winter 2011/2012 womenswear collection. It all looks beautiful and I'm looking forward to seeing more of it.
In other Tom Ford news, he will launch a full makeup line AND new fragrances in the fall, you can read about here.
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Sunday, June 12, 2011
Beyonce For Dazed & Confused July 2011
Beyonce scores yet another cover shoot, this time for Dazed & Confused magazine (July 2011). Check out the mag scans below, featuring the singer wearing outfits by Riccardo Tisci, Gareth Pugh, Haider Ackermann, Tom Ford, Stefano Pilati and Marc Jacobs. On the cover Beyonce is wearing Givenchy.
On her famous curves: I think it’s interesting because people think I’m a lot curvier than I am. I’m definitely not like what people’s perception of me is. Every single day of my life somebody says, ‘You’re tiny!’ Every day! I guess everyone else puts more focus on it than I do.
On taking time off: I needed some time to live. I’ve been signed to the same label since I was 12 years old and never had more than a month and a half off since I was 13. I’ve worked so had for so many years and just felt like, ‘Well, why not?’ I learned a lot from the simple things in life, like picking my nephew up from school. Cooking. Going to the museums. Seeing shows. Broadway plays. Going to restaurants. You know, living.
On joining Jay-Z on tour: It was really interesting being on a tour without working. I was able to go and see bands like The Dead Weather, Thom Yorke, Muse, and Rage Against The Machine. Seeing those audiences was a completely different culture for me. I really learned a lot from watching those shows. It’s such a different mindset from my audience. The mosh-pits, the fire, it was all just so soulful. I want people to be that free when they hear my music! I would love people to stage dive at my shows. It would be great. I mean I say that, although if it happens at Glastonbury I’ll probably be like, Oh, um, wait a minute!
On playing Glastonbury: He (Jay-Z) really opened so many doors. I would have never thought about doing Glastonbury if I wasn’t there the night he played. I guess it’s different with pop music as these songs are played at graduations and weddings. It’s definitely not as controversial or as hardcore as hip hop, so maybe people feel more comfortable listening to pop. I am nervous though. But right now, this part of my life is all about embracing change and going to the next level, taking risks and showing my bravery. Not being safe. Not doing the song that everyone else on pop radio sounds like. Basically, what everyone else is doing, unless it’s something that’s natural for me. I want to do something completely different. I feel like I’ve earned that right. Risks excite me.
On not allowing bad press affect her: I didn’t even know I’ve had negative press in the past three months! I didn’t. I think that’s one of the great things about living my life with my family and my friends and the people that I respect and love. I kinda stand away from that madness. There’s always something negative about every celebrity if you’re looking for it.
On moving on from her old material: I don’t want to hear about “Single Ladies” or “Crazy In Love.” I don’t want to hear it. I believe that there are certain things that happen and they happen naturally. I killed off needing Sasha Fierce. I don’t need her anymore. I am Sasha Fierce. It’s interesting because now I’ve done it for so long it’s so easy for me to go into that performance mode. Literally, I go from being a country girl in the dressing room who’s laughing and being silly into, ‘Okay, it’s time to work!’ I don’t have to mentally prepare myself for it. Honestly. I’m much more interested in showing people the sensitive, the passionate, and the compassionate person that I am. More so than Sasha Fierce.
On the loneliness of fame: You want to know something that no one else knows? I get uncomfortable at a club when they play my music. When I go clubbing I end up dancing behind a wall of security guards. That’s not fun, right? It’s pretty sad. I don’t go to clubs very often because of that! Unless it’s an environment where people are not staring at me or trying to grab my hair. I won’t usually go to the dance floor. You know that Jim Carrey film, The Truman Show? That’s how it feels to be a celebrity.
On her famous curves: I think it’s interesting because people think I’m a lot curvier than I am. I’m definitely not like what people’s perception of me is. Every single day of my life somebody says, ‘You’re tiny!’ Every day! I guess everyone else puts more focus on it than I do.
On taking time off: I needed some time to live. I’ve been signed to the same label since I was 12 years old and never had more than a month and a half off since I was 13. I’ve worked so had for so many years and just felt like, ‘Well, why not?’ I learned a lot from the simple things in life, like picking my nephew up from school. Cooking. Going to the museums. Seeing shows. Broadway plays. Going to restaurants. You know, living.
On joining Jay-Z on tour: It was really interesting being on a tour without working. I was able to go and see bands like The Dead Weather, Thom Yorke, Muse, and Rage Against The Machine. Seeing those audiences was a completely different culture for me. I really learned a lot from watching those shows. It’s such a different mindset from my audience. The mosh-pits, the fire, it was all just so soulful. I want people to be that free when they hear my music! I would love people to stage dive at my shows. It would be great. I mean I say that, although if it happens at Glastonbury I’ll probably be like, Oh, um, wait a minute!
On playing Glastonbury: He (Jay-Z) really opened so many doors. I would have never thought about doing Glastonbury if I wasn’t there the night he played. I guess it’s different with pop music as these songs are played at graduations and weddings. It’s definitely not as controversial or as hardcore as hip hop, so maybe people feel more comfortable listening to pop. I am nervous though. But right now, this part of my life is all about embracing change and going to the next level, taking risks and showing my bravery. Not being safe. Not doing the song that everyone else on pop radio sounds like. Basically, what everyone else is doing, unless it’s something that’s natural for me. I want to do something completely different. I feel like I’ve earned that right. Risks excite me.
On not allowing bad press affect her: I didn’t even know I’ve had negative press in the past three months! I didn’t. I think that’s one of the great things about living my life with my family and my friends and the people that I respect and love. I kinda stand away from that madness. There’s always something negative about every celebrity if you’re looking for it.
On moving on from her old material: I don’t want to hear about “Single Ladies” or “Crazy In Love.” I don’t want to hear it. I believe that there are certain things that happen and they happen naturally. I killed off needing Sasha Fierce. I don’t need her anymore. I am Sasha Fierce. It’s interesting because now I’ve done it for so long it’s so easy for me to go into that performance mode. Literally, I go from being a country girl in the dressing room who’s laughing and being silly into, ‘Okay, it’s time to work!’ I don’t have to mentally prepare myself for it. Honestly. I’m much more interested in showing people the sensitive, the passionate, and the compassionate person that I am. More so than Sasha Fierce.
On the loneliness of fame: You want to know something that no one else knows? I get uncomfortable at a club when they play my music. When I go clubbing I end up dancing behind a wall of security guards. That’s not fun, right? It’s pretty sad. I don’t go to clubs very often because of that! Unless it’s an environment where people are not staring at me or trying to grab my hair. I won’t usually go to the dance floor. You know that Jim Carrey film, The Truman Show? That’s how it feels to be a celebrity.
Saturday, June 11, 2011
Über Goodies: Marvins Room - Drake
Earlier this week a new song by Drake was leaked. The song is titled Marvins Room. As far as his own singles we haven't heard much from Drake lately but this song definitely has a chance of becoming a hit. In the song he drunk dials an ex and lets her know how he felt about her and also about the man she's with. The song can be relatable to any man (or woman) who lost that one person but would love to get that second chance! I feel this track is probable to become a hit because of the relatable appeal the lyrics has. Marvins Room is from his upcoming album "Take Care", which is said to drop on October 24th.
Über Designers to Watch: Cold Picnic
I recently stumbled upon a new accessories designer label called: Cold Picnic! The label was created by two partners named Phoebe Sung and Peter Buer! They were inspired to create the label in 2010 after they spent the summer going through various books dealing with African textiles, ancient cave paintings, Native American history, and 1970s arts & crafts. Their accessories are all hand made and created from objects of the past.For example, their 2011 Spring collection were all made from scrap leather from a local bird-toy factory and vintage chains and findings!
Cold Picnic is their attempt to carry on the tradition of storytelling through symbols.
Creaters of Cold Picnic -- Peter Buer and Phoebe Sung
Friday, June 10, 2011
Tom Ford To Launch New Beauty Collection In September - Photos
Tom Ford will launch a full makeup line this fall. The Tom Ford lipstick line has done well and now he's expanding with nail polishes, skin care, brow pencils, lip glosses and anything else you want, need or dream of.
As seen in the pictures below, there will also be 2 new fragrances joining his Private Blend/White Musk collections called Jasmin Rouge and Santal Blush, respectively.
UPDATE: there will be a new 3rd fragrance as well, called Violet Blonde, which is going to be part of his signature collection. Violet Blonde is slated for a September release.
Here's what Tom Ford had to share:
“I don’t like B.S. and a lot of promises, and there are a lot of products out there you don’t even need,” said the designer during an interview at his grand showroom and offices in central London. “My brain works in the same way whatever I do. The approach is practical, architectural and I use the same vocabulary whether I’m designing clothing or color cosmetics.”
Tom Ford said he had wanted to do a makeup line for a long time, ever since he was creative director at Gucci. He founded his signature brand in 2005, but the time still wasn’t right for a launch. “My intention was to do color cosmetics out of the gate, but not everyone else was convinced that I had a voice in color until the lipsticks started selling out again and again,” he said, referring to the Private Blend Lip Color Collection.
Check out these pretty pictures of the new products and the ads starring Tom Ford himself and Lara Stone.
As seen in the pictures below, there will also be 2 new fragrances joining his Private Blend/White Musk collections called Jasmin Rouge and Santal Blush, respectively.
UPDATE: there will be a new 3rd fragrance as well, called Violet Blonde, which is going to be part of his signature collection. Violet Blonde is slated for a September release.
“I don’t like B.S. and a lot of promises, and there are a lot of products out there you don’t even need,” said the designer during an interview at his grand showroom and offices in central London. “My brain works in the same way whatever I do. The approach is practical, architectural and I use the same vocabulary whether I’m designing clothing or color cosmetics.”
Tom Ford said he had wanted to do a makeup line for a long time, ever since he was creative director at Gucci. He founded his signature brand in 2005, but the time still wasn’t right for a launch. “My intention was to do color cosmetics out of the gate, but not everyone else was convinced that I had a voice in color until the lipsticks started selling out again and again,” he said, referring to the Private Blend Lip Color Collection.
Check out these pretty pictures of the new products and the ads starring Tom Ford himself and Lara Stone.
(via wwd.com)
Über Goodies: IT'S OUR ANNIVERSARY!!!!!!!!
Today is the official birthday of Überchic PR Bar!!! We have officially turned ONE years old!!!So in honor of this momentous occasion we have revamped our whole blog and wanted to toast to the song "Anniversary" by Tony Toni Tone!!!
We hope you enjoy!!!
Beyonce For Essence Magazine July 2011
Beyonce covers the July 2011 issue of Essence magazine. Check out the cowgirl-inspired photo shoot and interview excerpts.
On the rodeo: “It was like the biggest family picnic; there was laughter and music everywhere and everyone dressed in their Texas finest. I love watching all the people. We’d eat fried Snickers, funnel cakes, and fried turkey legs; the smell was the best mixture of spicy and sweet.
On her mother: “Tina Knowles was my first example of what a powerful woman is. She shaped my thinking not so much by what she said, but what she did. My mother taught me the principles of hard work, setting my own goals and visualizing my future.
On visiting the pyramids: “Egypt was the best. When I visited the pyramids, I had an experience I’ll never forget:I started singing “Ava Maria” inside the pyramid. The depth of the tomb was incredible. I’ve never heard acoustics so clear. My voice sounded so pure. It was inconceivable. I could have stayed in there forever.
On taking a break: “After the tour ended in Trinidad in late February, at last I focused on taking some time off. I had talked about taking a vacation before, but always ended up in the studio after two weeks. This time, though, I was serious. I was going to give myself a year to do all the things I never get to do. Simple things like play with my nephew, pick him up from school, visit museums, go to concerts, see some Broadway shows, learn to cook a meal and spend time with my husband.
(via globalgrind.com and brownsista.com)
On the rodeo: “It was like the biggest family picnic; there was laughter and music everywhere and everyone dressed in their Texas finest. I love watching all the people. We’d eat fried Snickers, funnel cakes, and fried turkey legs; the smell was the best mixture of spicy and sweet.
On her mother: “Tina Knowles was my first example of what a powerful woman is. She shaped my thinking not so much by what she said, but what she did. My mother taught me the principles of hard work, setting my own goals and visualizing my future.
On visiting the pyramids: “Egypt was the best. When I visited the pyramids, I had an experience I’ll never forget:I started singing “Ava Maria” inside the pyramid. The depth of the tomb was incredible. I’ve never heard acoustics so clear. My voice sounded so pure. It was inconceivable. I could have stayed in there forever.
On taking a break: “After the tour ended in Trinidad in late February, at last I focused on taking some time off. I had talked about taking a vacation before, but always ended up in the studio after two weeks. This time, though, I was serious. I was going to give myself a year to do all the things I never get to do. Simple things like play with my nephew, pick him up from school, visit museums, go to concerts, see some Broadway shows, learn to cook a meal and spend time with my husband.
(via globalgrind.com and brownsista.com)
Gym Class Heroes Premiere New Single “Stereo Hearts” Featuring Adam Levine of Maroon 5
Summer hit alert! Gym Class Heroes are back and they're bringing a little summer jam with them. Their new single is called Stereo Hearts and it features Adam Levine of Maroon 5. This is the first single taken from Gym Class Heroes' upcoming album, entitled The Papercut Chronicles II.
Stereo Hearts is a radio-friendly, head-nodding, summery track and it will do well in the charts. It's a no brainer.
(As usual, I'm putting up several links, hopefully they won't get taken down from YouTube.)
Stereo Hearts is a radio-friendly, head-nodding, summery track and it will do well in the charts. It's a no brainer.
(As usual, I'm putting up several links, hopefully they won't get taken down from YouTube.)
Claudia Schiffer For Harper's Bazaar UK July 2011
Subscriber's Issue: Prada dress and hat.
Chloé blouse and skirt.
Valentino dress.
Emilio Pucci dress.
Christian Dior dress.
Gucci dress.
Burberry Prorsum jacket.
Versace dress.
Ralph Lauren dress.
Louis Vuitton dress.
Credit @ Horst Diekgerdes/Harper's Bazaar UK
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