At first look, Jamie Bochert isn’t your conventional beauty. In fact, I think she looks like a prettier, female version of Marilyn Manson. Alright, that’s not a fair comparison – haha. Let’s just say she is our answer to today’s Patti Smith. Why so? Jamie‘s not only a model – she once quit modeling to pursue a career in music under her singer/songwriter persona, Frances Wolf. Her modeling career was resuscitated overnight after being chosen to front the ad campaigns of Marc Jacobs and Lanvin. Her androgynous, dark features breathe fresh air into the fashion industry. And that’s always a good thing. Let me show you why she’s my Fash-Icon:
Remember This Face: Jamie Bochert in Vogue Italia March 2010
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Great actress. Timeless beauty. Style icon. I want to be Charlotte Rampling when I grow up. This magnetic 64-year old English actress first caught my eye in 2003′s Swimming Pool. Of course, my fascination for the actress didn’t end there. Charlotte Rampling was one of the “IT” girls in the 60s after her role as Meredith in 1966′s Georgy Girl. Her career propelled over the years as Rampling took on interesting, bold characters in films like The Night Porter and Woody Allen‘s Stardust Memories. She was also declared by Vogue in 1974 as the world’s sexiest woman. The funny thing is, she was more of a sexual icon than a style icon back in the days. She was a rebel but a silent one. Till today, Charlotte Rampling knows that she has nothing to hide (see her nude fashion spread with Raquel Zimmerman in “Le Louvre” for Paradis #5). She is as sexy and brilliantly beautiful as she was in 1966.
Provocatively beautiful in The Night Porter.
I have a sudden love for Midis. Ooh, love the shoes too! Continue reading ‘Fash-Icon: Charlotte Rampling’
I got swept by Hallyu (or Korean Wave) since Rain‘s Full House. Let’s just say the addiction is not dying anytime soon! I’m currently crushing on Park Shin Hye from one of my favourite new K-dramas, You’re Beautiful. What’s not to love about this bright-eyed 20-year old ingenue? At such a young age, this lady is almost a veteran to the entertainment industry. Do watch You’re Beautiful (thanks to Moe Moe!) – I promise you’ll be hooked! It’s one quirky, funny drama.
K-drama, You’re Beautiful‘s fictional band A.N.JELL – yes, expect a love quadrangle!
Like Coffee Prince, Park Shin Hye cross-dressed to play Mi-nam, her twin brother.
In Elle Korea March 2010 issue, Park Shin Hye goes back to her girly roots.
Love the muted colours in this fashion spread.
She makes me want to grow my hair and sport loose curls.
Polaroid, my friend!
In Vogue Girl April 2010 issue, androgyny hits Park Shin Hye once again.
images: Elle Korea, Vogue Girl, SBS
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Celebrity, Designer and Fash-Icon.
Tags: Balenciaga, burberry, Elizabeth and James, Jason Wu, Kristen Stewart, New Moon, Nikki Reed, Oscar de la Renta, Proenza Schouler, Robert Pattinson, Twilight, Twilight New Moon.
Thanks to Twilight‘s overwhelming success, the world is watching and talking about Kristen Stewart (and her ‘fueled’ romance with hot co-star Robert Pattinson) and her new film, “New Moon”. This California starlet is not a carbon copy of the typical L.A. stars like ‘Paris Hilton’ or ‘Mischa Barton’. In fact, she has got a style of her own (and personality!). Her style choices includes streamlined silhouettes, gothic-glamour and simple but chic pieces. She probably hangs around a little too much around vampires which might influence her makep choices – dark, smoky eyes with nude, natural lips. This cute jetsetter is currently promoting “New Moon” all over the world and spotted in Burberry, Balenciaga, Jason Wu, Oscar De La Renta, Proenza Schouler and etc.
So chic. Spotted in Burberry trench coat at ‘New Moon’ screening in NYC.
I love love love this Oscar de la Renta gown at the L.A. premiere.
You know I’m crazy about Proenza Schouler Spring ’10 collection.
She must love her Balenciaga Spring ’10 dress with that big smile!
Looking sweet in this princess-like beaded Jason Wu dress.
Sheer, Black & Leather. In Elizabeth and James. Super awesome.
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Here’s another Halloween costume idea: Elly Jackson – one half of the English electropop duo, La Roux. I don’t really need to explain why she’s my pick for Fash-Icon. Her androgynous and super-quiff style is out-of-this-world and attracted a hella lot of media attention. Of course, thanks to her stylist, Nova Dando – her style basically mixes and matches eccentric prints, 80s silhouettes & yes, that heavily hair-sprayed red hair! Talk about an 80s style revival – Elly does it with her unique personality and attitude. I think she owned the shoulder pad look, really.
At Burberry S/S 2010. In classic Burberry trench.
Who doesn’t love Alexa Chung? This fresh face ingenue is young, hot and incredibly relax chic. Besides having her own show on MTV, she is also a fashion model, party DJ and a contributing editor at British Vogue. That’s one impressive portfolio to begin with! Her individual style mixes vintage finds, quirky accents and a little pinch of designer goodies. To me, she’s everything ‘cool’ is suppose to be. And, I say that with admiration. She has too many great outfit shots, I’ve decided to pick her looks during London Fashion Week S/S 2010. Here goes!
Next to Mary-Kate Olsen. I can’t stop noticing her necklace. Is she religious?
Spinning at the Burberry after-party. Same necklace again.
At Luella S/S 2010. I noticed she loves black shoes and her Chanel 2.55.
At Marchesa S/S 2010. Black oxford heels seems to be a staple.
There’s always black in her wardrobe. At twenty8twelve S/S 2010.
At Vivienne Westwood Red Label S/S 2010 with BFF Pixie Geldof.
Same outfit. Seen with Aggy. Chanel 2.55 again.
At Charles Anastase S/S 2010. Black oxford heels again with socks.
This is another reason why Katie Grand is a genius. She discovered a style icon in Beth Ditto, the lead singer of The Gossip – also the first cover girl of LOVE magazine. Some call her a fashion disaster – but I think she redefined the true meaning of beauty. And yes, it goes beyond size 0. Whether you like her or not, Beth Ditto is definitely here to stay. It’s hard to knock off the big and beautiful from the top. ‘
I met a lot of fashion-forward people during the Audi Fashion Festival 2009. One of them is Noelle Loh, fashion writer/editor from ST’s Urban. She caught my eye at the opening show, Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2009 show last Wednesday when she wore this striking vintage beaded dress (as seen below). Noelle said she got the dress from Los Angeles (I need to go there!) and it is more affordable than you think! I thought it was the perfect choice for the opening gala (I wore work clothes, for pete’s sake!)… and her clutch is from Thailand. Did I mention that I’m totally digging her hair as well? I knew immediately that I had to feature her as my Fash-Icon. Here are my snapshots of Noelle during the Audi Fashion Festival 2009.
Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2009 show.
Spotted with the ST Urban writers. Gareth Pugh Autumn/Winter 2009 show.
I love the St. Pepper military jacket and oxford heels!
Ashley Isham Couture & Marc by Marc Jacobs show.
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