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[gossiping]

i don't, i think her hair looks so great short. the coat is very cute, as are the shoes! thanks

 

[indian_rose]

I love her choice in clothes....quite timeless..

 

[antoine_soy43]

^I meant to say I miss her old bob, the one when she had bangs. I love her with short hair too

 

[Chansons D'Amour]

Cheryl Cole: Peaches Geldof is up herself, WAGS are like wooden blocks and Posh wasn't there for me when I needed her

By Liz Thomas
Last updated at 12:44 PM on 06th January 2009
She may have transformed herself from mouthy pop star to national treasure but it seems Cheryl Cole still can't help but shoot from the hip.

The 25-year-old has criticised old friend Victoria Beckham for her lack of support when the allegations of husband Ashley Cole's infidelity first became public.

She also lashes out at Peaches Geldof, Alexa Chung and all her fellow WAGs in an interview for Vogue magazine.

The star revealed she was disappointed not to hear from Mrs Beckham after a hairdresser claimed she had slept with the 28 year-old England and Chelsea footballer.

Cole said: 'She [Victoria] was in my hotel room during the World Cup - we've had barbecues together - so I was quite shocked by that. I mean, David's mum is friends with Ashley's mum.'

The pair became friends during the World Cup in 2006, distancing themselves from the wives and girlfriends of other England players because they had careers of their own.

The Girls Aloud singer famously hailed Beckham as 'witty and ambitious' whilst dismissing the rest of the WAGs as 'bad as benefit scroungers, just a higher class of sponger'.
In the latest interview she again mocks many footballers' wives.

To illustrate she knocks the side of her head with a fist, describing them 'like wooden blocks, I am telling you'.

Quizzed on her opinion of Peaches Geldof she commented that the 20 year-old, often dubbed 'Boomtown Brat', was 'totally up herself'.

She also hit out at television presenter and model Alexa Chung for acting 'all superior'.

Cole is on the front cover of Vogue - traditionally the preserve of the world's most beautiful women - six years after she auditioned for ITV1's Popstars: The Rivals.
Victoria Beckham, 34, achieved the same feat only in March last year - 12 years after the Spice Girls found fame.

Over the years Cole had developed a reputation for being aggressive, antagonistic and outspoken.

In 2003, she was convicted for causing Actual Bodily Harm after a fight with a toilet attendant in a nightclub.

She was ordered to do 120 hours of community service.

The singer was also famed for her public spats with fellow high profile celebrities including Lily Allen, Charlotte Church and Dannii Minogue.

She accused Allen of looking like a man, made jokes about Church's weight and Minogue's use of plastic surgery.

But since the revelations last January that her husband of two years cheated on her, public opinion has softened.

Cole admitted that situation was 'horrendous' but added she had decided to make her marriage work.
She said: 'Ashley's young and he's got a young mentality – for his age anyway. He's learning. He has a beautiful soul, he's a really nice guy and I'm not stupid, you know. I'm really not.'

Simon Cowell's decision to make her the fourth judge on the 2008 series of The X Factor after Sharon Osbourne's departure has helped her profile soar.

It is understood she will re-sign for this year's show later this month, doubling her salary to £1million.

Full article: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbi...ke-wooden-blocks-Posh-wasnt-I-needed-her.html

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[dumbfairy]

^If I didn't already dislike Cheryl before,she's just confirmed to me again that she's poisionous. But back on topic,that tartan coat is amazing,does anyone know where it's from?

 

[atlantis]

who the **** does cheryl cole think she is? the pope?!
she should shut her mouth for a minute. just a pain in the ****.

 

[mardybum8]

Oh dear. I thought she was dropping the cat fights and turning into the 'nation's sweetheart'. Nevertheless she's annoyed the hell out of me over the past year and this has just taken it to another level. What has Alexa actually done to her!

Wow I just stood up for Alexa :|

 

[LegsXI]

Cheryl is so annoying, would she ever shut her trap for a few minutes

 

[classicalbang]

I love how she accuses Alexa of acting superior. Talk about pot calling the kettle black.

 

[acertainpain]

LOL CHERYL.
SERIOUSLY.
I actually like Cheryl, she belongs to my favourite members of Girls Aloud. But then I read that she had issues with her looks, feeling like she's too fat (something like that! Not quite sure!) and I was like "WHAAA".

 

[ballet_shoes]

I guess it's never long before true colours shine through. I am annoyed at Vogue for stooping to the level of trashy gossip magazines and encouraging Cheryl to b*tch about other celebrities. I buy Vogue because it normally avoids that rubbish.

 

[laisla]

well act least Alexa doesnt go round beating people up in nightclubs, eh, Cheryl?

 

[DaydreamNation]

^If I didn't already dislike Cheryl before,she's just confirmed to me again that she's poisionous. But back on topic,that tartan coat is amazing,does anyone know where it's from?

It's by Charles Anastase.

I don't know where you can get it though. I LOVE it too! I really want it.

 

[Florecita86]

I love how she accuses Alexa of acting superior. Talk about pot calling the kettle black.

I know right?!

I like Girls Aloud but I can't stand Cheryl Cole at times

 

[mardybum8]

I saw a cardigan a lot like this one in the Zara sale today

catwalkqueen

However it was in reverse clothes. I was going to buy it but it was rather itchy.

 

[Florecita86]

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Who What Wear Best Dressed 2008​

Each month, we choose dozens of the world's most stylish ladies for our daily stories, but at the end of the year, only a handful are anointed with the title: Best Dressed. On that note, it is with great pleasure that we present the select few who truly inspired us in 2008. You'll note some familiar faces from the group we singled out in 2007, along with several fresh trendsetters who Louboutined their way onto our radar!



1. Georgia May Jagger
Along with the rest of our Girl of the Month alumni, the youngest Jagger daughter possesses a keen understanding of fashion. She consistently turns heads in bold colors and flattering silhouettes—choices that earned her a spot here today! Jagger recently delighted us at the Africa Rising Festival in London by wearing a fuchsia body-conscious dress, lace-up boots, vintage purse, and her signature red lipstick!

2. Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen
Let's face it, the universe would be substantially less inspiring sans the Olsens' peerless style. Spotted here (looking unsurprisingly fabulous) at the Selfridges launch of their Elizabeth & James line, they are both appropriately dressed in E&J. Mary-Kate is wearing the Elizabeth IV Ruched Sleeve Blazer, with a Tokyo Floral Bouquet Top and over-the-knee boots, while Ashley chose the Motorcycle Pants and Manolo Blahnik's Fallo Pumps.

3. Zoe Kravitz
To suitably express the hype over Miss Kravitz, we'll borrow some words from her father, Lenny: we're crazy for this little lady! The rocker daughter complements her effortlessly cool attitude via eccentric and vintage clothing, which she combines superbly. In 2008, one of our favorite Kravitz' getups was the strapless salmon dress and embellished multicolor jacket (both from Matthew Williamson's S/S 09 collection) that she selected for The Museum of Modern Art's Film Benefit honoring Baz Luhrmann. Kravitz smartly balanced out the eye-catching ensemble by keeping her accessories basic (neutral open-toe booties and a solid orange clutch).

4. Erin Wasson
Just a brief glance at our archives will confirm how obsessed we are with Erin Wasson's personal style. The supermodel-turned-stylist-turned-designer is more than deserving of a place in our Best Dressed 2008 list, thanks to her consistently striking outfits. Earlier this year, Wasson stunned at the 10th Annual amfAR Gala in New York City in a Balmain dress, Manolo Blahnik for Alexander Wang Boots, and Alexander Wang clutch. As we discussed in Beauty Board: Holiday Trends, we are keen on sparkly headpieces, so Wasson earns extra kudos here for her own Lowluv-designed Crown of Thorns accessory.

5. Chanel Iman
Models are expected to know a thing or two about fashion, but Chanel Iman is particularly informed. The gorgeous gal recently showed off her excellent outfit instincts at The Fashion Group International's 25th Annual Night of the Stars in New York City when she wore a Chanel couture fringed gray blouse, black leggings, and fashion's favorite gladiator heels.

6. Kate Moss
When we're not wondering (LINK to W.W.S.W.) what Kate Moss might wear, we are researching her actual outfit details or coveting the supermodel's Topshop collection. Concerning our Best Dressed list, she is sort of a no-brainer inclusion—in fact—she may be the best dressed. Seen here at the Agent Provocateur "White Wedding" in the Milk Studios Penthouse in NYC, Moss stayed timeless and sexy in an all-black outfit (with an awesome vest from her own Topshop line).

7. Vanessa Traina
One of our earnest desires for the new year is to see more of Vanessa Traina in 2009! Though she is less universally known than some of her best-dressed celebrity counterparts, the well-seasoned style setter and socialite's sophisticated taste deserves recognition for a second year in a row. If you doubt our word, just check out the head-to-toe noir outfit she wore to the House of Boucheron 150th Anniversary Celebration in New York City as proof of her fashionable standing.

8. Emma Watson
With a Chanel perfume campaign under her belt and a year's worth of perfectly executed outfits to speak of, Emma Watson is a welcome inclusion in today's story! The grown-up starlet is pictured here at the Yves Saint Lauret S/S 09 Fashion Show in Paris, appropriately wearing all YSL pieces.

9. Carine Roitfeld
As the Editor-in-Chief of Paris Vogue, Carine Roitfeld is the ultimate fashion insider. We'd give anything to take a peek inside her closet, as it's no doubt overflowing with luxurious garments. The sharply stylish editrix flaunted her panache at the Lutz & Patmos F/W 08 show in slouchy slacks and a structured ruffle blouse with a chic skinny belt cinched at the waist.

10. Diane Kruger
Whether thrilling us in a silver Alberta Ferretti dress at the Met Gala or dazzling us in a sequined Chloe frock for a film premiere, Diane Kruger is always one to watch. We kept our eyes on her at the Ray-Ban Remasters Event a few months ago, where she looked radiant in an androgynous Chanel jumpsuit.

11. Natalia Vodianova
We couldn't overlook Natalia Vodianova for our best-dressed lineup, as her chic style is just as lovely as gorgeous as she is! Seen above during London Fashion Week, the Russian lovely wore a puffy jacket over a Julien MacDonald dress, Kova & T leggings, and Giuseppe Zanotti pumps.

12. Margherita Missoni
When not studying theater or modeling for the brand to which she is an heir, Margherita Missoni is charming us with her au courant wardrobe! This year, we were exceptionally taken with the drapey Grecian dress and peep-toe heels she displayed at the Cannes Film Festival.

13. Alexa Chung
We are fairly confident that Alexa Chung never left her house this year in a less-than-immaculate outfit. The British/TV presenter/model/all-around-it-girl extended her extraordinary taste to us for one of our most successful Insider's Picks to date. Considering this, plus how skilled Chung is at mixing price points, we knew she should make the list. The outfit she wore to the Uniqlo UT Gallery in London is a perfect example of how to create a thoughtfully assembled look: a vintage dress and jacket, Stella McCartney booties, and a Topshop Bag (with a skeleton charm from Walmart attached!).

14. Rihanna
Rihanna is another obvious candidate for this story, as the chart-topping diva is always wearing something fabulous (in life and in her music videos—we're infatuated with the gothic costumes she wears Disturbia). In addition to her glamorous clothes, she never fails to flaunt the most of-the-moment beauty looks and fiercest accessories! Case in point: at London's Jingle Bell Ball, she made quite the statement by offsetting her sharp vintage Claude Montana Jumpsuit with Burberry Prorsum's spike necklace.

15. Claudia Schiffer
Who knew one of our favorite models from the early nineties would continue to inspire us in 2008? Claudia Schiffer is constantly in high-fashion feminine attire these days and always a delight to see. One of our favorite ensembles is the above Valentino ensemble she wore to his final haute couture show in Paris last January.

16. Gwyneth Paltrow
Gwyneth Paltrow certainly pumped up the glamour this year, thanks to a slew of vampy chic outfits and a transforming shoulder-grazing haircut! The Yummy Mummy accomplished bombshell status when she turned up at the Rumble in the Jumble event at the Truman Bowery in London in a body-conscious Giles Deacon dress, Christian Louboutin boots, and a Tod's Tilda Ponchette Clutch.

17. Rachel Bilson
With all of the Rachel Bilson coverage we accomplished this year, it's hard to believe there's an outfit left to feature! Luckily, we set aside this photo from the Rogan for Target debut at Barneys in Beverly Hills, where the beloved Bilson wore a vintage dress, Maison Martin Margiela nude cut out booties, and a Chanel purse.

18. Julia Stegner
Last, but certainly not least, we must draw attention to our favorite German supermodel, Julia Stegner. As a face for Gucci's fall campaign, she fittingly assumed a Gucci maxi dress and cozy fur coat for the fashion house's latest store opening in Germany last month. Not only is her innovative style praiseworthy, but also her hair and makeup! With her hair slicked-back, we can fully appreciate her flawless bone structure, glowing skin, and eye-catching red lipstick!—Jessica Amento

Photo of Zoe Kravitz, Pacific Coast News. Photos of Erin Wasson and Emma Watson, Splash News. Photos of Rihanna and Diane Kruger, WENN. Photos of Georgia May Jagger, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, Vanessa Traina, Kate Moss, Natalia Vodianova, Margherita Missoni, Carine Roitfeld, Alexa Chung, Claudia Schiffer, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Julia Stegner, Getty Images.

 

[atlantis]

she's worn so much better outfits in '08 than what they chose

 

[mardybum8]

2008: The year politics rocked design

Today's First ladies are hailed as IT girls. As a result, politics now appeals to the design-savvy youtube demographic. Samantha Cameron, wife of Tory leader David, joined Alexa Chung in the front row at London Fashion Week. Famed for her good taste, Samantha, creative director of luxury stationer Smythson, keeps the interior stylish at her eco-friendly Ladbroke Grove home. Samantha's mother is, lest we forget, co-owner of ethnic upmarket furniture chain Oka.

http://www.independent.co.uk/life-s...-the-year-politics-rocked-design-1219541.html

 

[DiamondSea]

Thanks for the pictures Chansons

Alexa Chung: There are many modern versions of Pamela Des Barres' Sixties groupie

So here we go, another elaborate postcard from me to you. I'm still in Australia watching patient surfers bobbing along on the waves, I'm still downing mojitos and I'm still worried about the deadly-spider situation... wish you were here etc.

When the clock struck 12 to welcome New Year's Day, all the boats in Sydney Harbour lit up to reveal the outline of a variety of different animals and fish (my favourite was a somehow smug-looking whale). But my childlike sense of happiness at seeing this electric spectacle was cut short when I discovered that nobody my age knows the words to "Auld Lang Syne" – not even the first line. So depressing. I made a promise that the next day I would print them out so that in a year's time we'd all be up to speed; this is something I have yet to do, because I quickly realised I'm the only one who cares.

Having read half of Nancy Mitford's Love in a Cold Climate, my Penguin Classic mysteriously vanished. I later decided it must have been among the collection of valuables that were swept off the edge of our balcony in the gusty almost-storm. Perhaps, finally, this is my cue to purchase the book people have been recommending to me for a disturbingly long time, possibly even before Judy Blume's Blubber was brought to my attention.

All too often girls say to me: "You should read I'm with the Band." It's a memoir written by a groupie (Pamela Des Barres) in the Sixties and Seventies in which she documents how she slept with at least one member of every cool band of that era. Apparently Des Barres is pretty awesome because, as my friend so eloquently put it, "she wasn't even that hot but she boned Jim Morrison and about 100 others". Well done her.

Thus far, I have refused to pick it up, probably because I refuse to admit I would be interested in groupies, because I refuse to admit that I probably am one. I logged on to Facebook so that I could ask various girlfriends who have had various dalliances with band members, their opinions on groupies and groupiedom. The most interesting thing I discovered was that not one of them considered themselves to be a groupie.

I tried again, this time providing them with the internet dictionary definition of the noun "groupie": "A young person who is an ardent admirer of rock musicians and may follow them on tour." In light of this new information, most of them changed their minds.

The fact that so many of the girls were reluctant to admit they are groupies implies that it's no longer perceived to be the glamorous job option it once was. Following a band around on tour nowadays seems like a fairly unfulfilling thing for a woman to do. And given the terminology that bands fling about in reference to groupies, such as "***** passes" (the tickets tour managers hand out to hot young things loitering near a venue's exits), it's no wonder some girls want to distance themselves from such degrading behaviour.

I suppose the groupies of yesteryear have been replaced by footballers' WAGs: women who are admired for looking glamorous and pretty side of pitch, as opposed to side of stage. But I can assure you there still exist plenty of modern versions of Des Barres' blueprint. The other night, at the aftershow party of a Mystery Jets gig in Sydney, I observed the behaviour of two girls with triple-A passes stuck to their hotpants. Although they were talking to each other, neither was listening to what the other one was saying. Their attention was out in the room, eyes flickering from side to side, scanning at speed, mapping out which member of the band was where and calculating just how many other girls they'd have to cast aside before they reached their chosen target. It's important to note that none of the boys seemed aware of the imminent attack. I sighed and looked away. Ugggh, groupies.

And yet here I am weighing up whether or not to stay in Australia so that I can follow around a band I "ardently admire" as they tour Big Day Out. Those girls I looked upon with pity and disdain are no different from me or any of my friends or counterparts. They're just younger and haven't yet worked out how not to look like a groupie. Of all the girls I contacted and told I was writing this column, one replied with a rather astute comment. "If there weren't so many groupies willing to sleep with boys just cos they are in a band," she said, "then there wouldn't be so many ****ty bands filled with boys who just want to sleep with groupies." Profound. This girl, too, said she definitely wasn't one.

The Independent