With a winning attitude, Maria Sharapova makes her dreams come true.
Tennis phenom Maria Sharapova is a proof that, sometimes, fairy tales are real. At just six years old, she moved from her native Russia to Florida -with no English language skills to boot; now she's number 16 in the women world's tennis rankings.
With elusive endorsement contracts, and jet-sets around the world. All that's missing for her? The happy ending, which she hopes to cement with a championship win. Well, she's just won the Memphis WTA Tour. She might have just started her comeback after a long period of injury. Another win may not be far away. Good luck sweetie...
Models Emma Watson, Alex Watson, George Craig, Matt Gilmour
Photographer Mario Testino
Call it style magic — the Harry Potter star is reprising her role as the face of Burberry in the British brand’s latest ad campaign for Spring/Summer 2010. Shot by legendary photographer Mario Testino, Emma Watson gets glam while showing off the label’s three collections, including Burberry Prorsum, Burberry London and Burberry Brit.
From plaid handbags to their signature trench coats, the campaign “celebrates our heritage and our timeless Burberry icons,” says Christopher Bailey, Burberry Chief Creative Officer.
“The energy of the images and the dynamic cast reflect the different attitudes and expressions of the Burberry guy and girl.” Emma is joined by four British guys, including two musicians and two models– one who happens to be her younger brother Alex Watson!
Kors riffed about "neo-classics,". Tailoring was a focus. Kors was at his strongest when he was thinking sleek: elongating, stretch gabardine cigarette trousers; a pantsuit almost as narrow as the chalk stripes on its charcoal flannel; double-face peacoats and balmacaans.
In a nod to the prevailing mood, Kors also thumbed his nose at the global gods of finance, whipping up shredded fox jackets and coats in acid green. Those may be pretty hard to rationalize on a need basis. But as this savvy designer knows, that will make a certain type of woman want one all the more.
How vain could youpossibly be? to be considered outstanding. like a light. like my star.
burning so brightly
that it hurts to even look at you.
and this feeling may be unrequited or it might just be returned, but this uncertainty, makes me want to run, so very far away. because I've been here before. and all I got was a bruised heart, and a need to let go. to escape so urgently.
all I need is just the tinniest signal. But everything you (don't) do.
just points to go.
So dear everybody,
Shut your mouths.
Don't make this something it isn't. Don't get ahead of yourself.
because what if it never happens?
Most of you are asking what? but I think all of you should really be asking why?
I''m a little upset with Gossip Girl at the moment. Not only that the show's been put to a suspense till March; the story lines in the last episodes had gotten increasingly unrealistic. No. Just a No-No.
Still I can't get enough of the collegiate antics of Serena, Blair and Co., I'm tuning in past series just for a fix of drool-worthy handbags, apparel and accessories; handbags primarily.
I'm particularly loving this one, in which Serena van der Woodsen, ahem, Blake, chatted it up on a cell phone while toting a gorgeous piece of crocodile arm candy. A Carlos Falchi Brooke Matte Caiman Tote, I presume. The bag is so amazing!!!
London born photographer Chris Craymer recently launched his new book, Romance.
Craymer wanted the book to be "essentially emotional rather than intellectual or fashion led."
As he states, "Romance for me was the perfect vehicle to make pictures which can covey a number of emotions... I wanted to try to make pictures which could be for example sexy, funny, joyful and also powerful and even soulful."
Craymer captures special, raw moments by enlisting the help of real life couples who have a strong sense of personal style and individuality. Their love shines through in each beautiful photo.
"Versense perfectly represents the Versace woman. I created a fragrance to make her feel incredibly lighter. There’s something very optimistic and confident about being free, and it was that feeling that I tried to capture for Versense." Donatella Versace elaborated on the theme.
If lighter and fresher is what you’re after, Versense might just fit the bill. Like yesterday’s Essence by Narciso Rodriguez, Versense was developed by perfumer Alberto Morillas.
Opens whistling-clean, the early stages are crisp, green, lemon-lime-y and fresh, with the emphasis on the fresh — it’s distinctly Glade-ish in the opening (the notes: bergamot, green mandarin, citrus, prickly pear, fig, sea daffodil, cardamom, jasmine, cedar, sandalwood, olive wood and musk). The big fresh note fades somewhat on the dry down, but Versense stays light, fresh and crisp for the duration. The heart is a blended floral over woody musk, with vaguely fruity undertones lending some roundness. The cardamom, while subtle, adds some liveliness.
Versace Versense is available in 50 and 100 ml Eau de Toilette and in matching body lotion. The lasting power is pretty good.
Worlds most wanted top models team up with Craig McDean to show off the best outfits from Spring 2010 collections for W magazines January issue...
Magazine: W Magazine
Editorial: Run of Show Published: January 2010 Styled by Alex White Models: Jacquelyn Jablonski |Ford Models|, Lindsey Wixson |Marilyn Models|, Lyndsey Scott |Click Model Management|, Madisyn Ritland |Silent Models| Anastasija |New York Models| Frida, Sharon K., Anabela and Kamila |all at IMG|, Rasa, Shu Pei and Katie Fogerty |all at Next| Elsa Sylvan, Sara Blomqvist and Siri Tollerød |all at DNA|, Rose, Hanne Gaby and Kate K. |all at Supreme|. Digital technician: Drew Dogget. Photographed by Craig McDean Website: www.wmagazine.com
If I could escape, And recreate a place as my own world... And I could be your favorite girl... Forever, perfectly together. Tell me boy, now wouldn't that be sweet?
A MUSE, who is simply someone inspiring at the slightest provocation. Someone you meet at an ordinary place, at an ordinary time, but comes forward as an extraordinary personality.
