GLAM OR SHAM?: Roberto Cavalli's 40th Anniversary Party with Heidi Klum, Rachel Bilson, Tyra Banks, Taylor Swift and More

 It's no secret that one of my favorite designers of all time is Roberto Cavalli. Few designers make leopard print as elegant and luxurious as Cavalli. More importantly, he knows a woman's figure. His silhouettes always accent the most beautiful part of a woman's shape without losing an ounce of refinement.

His expertise in tailoring and design was more evident than ever at his 40th Anniversary party in Milan as his designs were worn on the red carpet by some of today's hottest celebrities and models. Check out the gorgeous celebs that came out to his event from Heidi Klum to Taylor Swift and, you know the drill, choose who was MOST GLAM.

Rachel Bilson wowed in a leopard print floor-length mermaid gown with a one-shoulder neckline and red clutch.

Heidi Klum wore a nude shimmery gown with a plunging neckline. Stunning! She traded in her finger waves for a sleek pulled-back 'do and bangs.

Tyra Banks wore an animal print jumpsuit underneath a black blazer. She accessorized with strappy sandals and an animal print clutch. I think the look is too busy and doesn't accentuate her figure at all.

Covergirl Taylor Swift showed off her gorgeous legs in a black shimmery minidress and criss-cross strapped stilettos. And---surprise, surprise---she wore red lipstick to complete the look.

Leona Lewis blew me away on the red carpet in a peach gown with a melange of ruffles and chiffon fabric. While the skirt of the gown is a bit busy, I love the color against Leona's skin and sleek brown hair.


While Leona certainly gets the Most Improved award, my vote for MOST GLAM is with Rachel Bilson. I would never take that dress off! It's perfect. What do you think, Glamazons? Vote on your pick for Most Glam.

Who was MOST GLAM at Roberto Cavalli's 40th Anniversary Party during Milan Fashion Week.
	Rachel Bilson
	Heidi Klum
	Tyra Banks
	Taylor Swift
	Leona Lewis
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And here are my fave Roberto Cavalli pieces of the season and some less expensive pieces you can rock to recreate the look.

More Roberto Cavalli...

Kisses,

Coutura

GLAM OR SHAM?: Heidi Klum's Finger Waves

The beauty blogosphere is all abuzz right now on the topic of Heidi Klum's finger waves in the front/bun in the back hair 'do she rocked Monday night at the amfAR Milano dinner during Milano Fashion Week. Being that I myself am one of the most glamazing beauty editor-turned-bloggers that ever lived (yeah, sometimes it's ok to toot your own horn, Glamazons, because if you don't who will?!) I feel that it's important to bring it up on this blog as well.

Not because it's Heidi Klum (alright, part of the reason is because it's Heidi Klum and I have a total girl crush on her) but more so because I think finger waves are uber glam and love the look! So, I myself vote this look GLAM. I mean, why would you think it's a SHAM?! Not many women can pull off finger waves and Heidi is definitely one who can. Let's take a closer look, shall we? Here's how it looks from the front:

And here's the back:

Upon closer inspection, you can see that it looks as if she's intertwined her hair with some sparkly silver tinsel. I'm wondering if she attended the Prada show while there in Milan? Because you know this same finger waved hair 'do was also created on the models by Redken Creative Consultant Guido (except he created two knots at the back of the head instead of the one that Heidi is rocking). Here's what it looked like:

Believe it or not, there are only two products that you really need to create this look: a rat tail comb (to create the waves) and some super strong holding gel (like the Redken Hardwear 16 Super-Strong Sculpting Gel).

So, what do you think, Glamazons? Is this look GLAM or a SHAM? As a result of seeing this, will you soon be rocking finger waves, too?!

xo

Ferocia

*Photos: Getty; Redken

GLAM OR SHAM?: Willow Smith's Braided Faux-Hawk Ponytail at the Dolce & Gabbana Show

Willow Smith is so cool and fashion-forward, I can't keep up. After rocking her white-tipped hair at the Emporio Armani Spring 2011 show, Willow debuted a braided faux-hawk ponytail at the Dolce & Gabbana show. Looove!

I think it's edgy and still age-appropriate enough for a 9 year-old style star. The mohawk and French braid are so the birthchild of a rockstar hairstyle and a childhood staple. But that's just my opinion...

Some not-so-friendly people felt she looked very Avatar-esque. Ouch. What do you think of Willow Smith's look? Is it GLAM or SHAM?

Here's Naomi Campbell kicking it backstage with Willow and Jada at the Dolce & Gabbana show.

Kisses,

Coutura

GLAM OR SHAM?: Willow Smith's White Hair at the Emporio Armani Fashion Show for Milan Fashion Week

Willow Smith does it again. The junior pop star (who had us all bopping to her hit single, Whip My Hair) debuted a new hairstyle to whip around at the Emporio Armani Spring 2011 show: a white streak of hair and newly-straightened locks.

It totally looks like she dipped her hair in white paint, but I think it's kind of cool. The outfit embodies her signature funky, mismatched style with black ankle boots on top of black knee boots with white laces on top of white lace-up leggings. How's that for layering?

She also rocks it with a newspaper-printed tee and a black cropped jacket. There's a neon yellow tank poking out at the top and a crossbody bag with chain handle and black and white striped floral detail in the mix. Whew.

 
I totally threw on all the clothes in one drawer and tried to go out when I was nine. One outfit famously involved a pink and white striped onesie, pink tights, white ballet flats and a pink headband. Atleast Willow has enough fashion sense not to match (matching is so corny these days). And personally, I think her style is fun and adorable.

What do you think of Willow's latest look, and more importantly that white hair? Glam or Sham?

Blumarine at Milan Fashion Week

Fringe, Animal Prints, & Leather!!!
Blumarine Fall 2010 RTW



pictures from style.com
What do you get when you mix feminine and sheer with fierce and leather? You get the Blumarine Fall 2010 RTW collection. The mix of leather, fringe, animal prints, suede, and sheer and flowy prints was beautiful. I've got to say that this line had it all. It had chic outfits to wear going shopping, dresses for a night at a show, and edgy outfits for when you're feeling a little rebellious. Blumarine's collection was stunning and totally wearable. Loved it :)

Giorgio Armani Milan Fashion Week

Velvet Chic
My Favorites From Giorgio Armani Fall 2010 RTW



Spotlight On the Front Row:
1. Ashley Greene
2. Glamour's Cindi Leive with T Magazine's Stefano Tonchi
3. Rachel Zoe and Giorgio Armani
4. Saks Fith Avenue's Ron Frasch with Barneys New York's Judy Collinson

pictures from AlexanderMcQueen.com & style.com
The Runway Show:

Read my article on Alexander McQueen for Reality Check Girl Magazine

Milan Fashion Week

Fierce & Edgy
Versace Fall 2010 RTW



pictures from style.com
This collection was with no doubt fierce. It took edge to the extreme all while keeping it chic. From short skirts with long coats to biker pants, this collection was strong and tough and feminine at the same time. Personally, I loved it.

The Runway Show: