Archive: April 13th, 2007

Mischa’s at it again! While shopping yesterday in N.Y.C’s trendy SoHo neighbrohood, the always innovatively dressed actress stepped out in a ’70s inspired outfit complete with head scarf, fuzzy-trimmed coat, major earrings — and vintage boots embroidered with the galaxy. We remember Moonboots being a fad a few winters ago, but it seems like Mischa is being a tad too literal with this one. We can’t say we would ever wear this particular pair of shoes, but we want to know what you think. Tell us: Would you wear Mischa’s boots? Is her style getting too wacky?

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Rarely do you spot a supermodel in an outfit you can actually afford, but on April 12, L.A. fashionistas did just that in the snazzy penthouse of the Chateau Marmont of all places. Milla Jovovich strutted around in an adorable mod minidress from her limited edition Jovovich-Hawk collection for Mango, which just hit stores in the US. After spotting the host in the ’60s-style dress, a solo Ginnifer Goodwin lamented: “I won’t wear it after Milla! She’s a goddess!” Luckily, there are a dozen dresses in the collection to choose from, including slinky jerseys, long flowy prints, and a kimono-style. Also admiring the collection: Super-stylist Nicole Chavez, Nicolette Sheridan, and Emmanuelle Chriqui, who came after her Entourage co-star, Adrien Grenier had already left. Milla told PEOPLE that she and partner Carmen Hawk have “always wanted to do something accessible. We’ve been talking about that since day one.” And Goodwin is thrilled about the line’s low prices, which range between $55 -$185. “Oh my god, I’m ecstatic it’ll be accessible to everyone. I’ve spent many an hour deciding what to spend my allowance on. [Jovovich-Hawk for Mango] is that thing that I love and it’s vintage with a modern twist.” Click here to find a Mango store near you.

Photo: Jeff Vespa/Wireimage

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Lately, the new body products showing up in the beauty department are making us hungry. Check out these body butters — all of which are food-inspired: Savannah Bee Company’s Royal Jelly Body Butter, $22, which has pecan butter and royal jelly (the beehive-derived mix of natural vitamins, proteins and sugars that’s deep nourishing and moisturizing for skin), and an addictive blackberry scent. Korres, a cult-fave skincare line from Greece, has a new Guava Body Butter, $20, with vitamin C-rich sweet guava extract and antioxidant-jammed sunflower, almond and avocado oils all in a skin-softening shea butter base. Olivina Napa Valley’s Classic Olive Body Butter, $25, is an all-natural blend of olive and grapeseed oils, chamomile flowers, alga and aloe vera — and it comes in this adorable vintage-y glass jar. Or pick up the Boots Mediterranean Olive Sage Almond Wonderbalm, $9, which is already a best seller for the line — and works everything from elbows to heels. All these creams are super-rich, which makes them particularly great for rough patchs, like elbows and knees (and they’re miraculously healing on dry cuticles, too).

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–BRITNEY SPEARS, picking up some products for her home at L’Occitane in Malibu along with a female friend. Among the pop star’s purchases: some candied fruits room spray, some cherry blossom perfume and several amber candles. Meanwhile, the store’s manager tell us: “(Spears) was very cool and very sweet. It was a pretty quick visit, but she was very nice the whole time.”

–LINDSAY LOHAN, doing some major damage at Los Angeles boutique Milk. Before jetting to Japan, the actress spent several thousand dollars on clothing and jewelry at the shop, including some gold diamond earrings (for $375), a black onyx ring with a diamond ($675), as well as some Alison Mezey gold hoop earrings, a Stellapop Bubble Top Sweater and other goods.

–KIRSTEN DUNST, getting busy with her nose at Beauty Collection Apothecary on Fairfax in California. The Spider-Man 3 star picked up five scented items – including fresh pomegranate conditioner and fresh nectarine milk soap – during her visit.

–JESSICA ALBA, browsing with a pal at Beverly Hills women’s clothing boutique Creme. The actress tried on several Corey Lynn Calter dresses, but left empty-handed. Next on her shopping list: stopping by canine couture shop Doggy Styles to shop for her pug, Sid.

–KELLY ROWLAND (of Destiny’s Child), popping into té casan for some pre-lunch shoe shopping. The R&B diva left with three pairs. Good work!

–JESSICA SIMPSON, loading up on a vintage leather frame, various cards and a KnockKnock memo pad at Los Angeles shop Alpha. Also making the shopping scene at the celeb-friendly store: SELMA BLAIR, who left with a Cristi Conaway cashmere sweater and REESE WITHERSPOON, who bought some greeting cards, Lily Allen’s CD, Alright, Still and a cookbook.

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Splurge on an it-bag and be charitable at the same time! The Nancy Davis Foundation for Multiple Sclerosis celebrates it 14th annual Race to Erase MS Gala in LA on April 13, but for the first time non-attendees can bid on celeb-owned handbags donated by Scarlett Johansson and Sheryl Crow. “MS is a debilitating disease that very few people are aware of,” Johansson tells PEOPLE. “By supporting this foundation donors will be actively participating in the fight to find a cure.” Scarlett donated her gold Anya Hindmarch bag and Sheryl donated her Isabella Fiore bag both with autographed MAC makeup bags inside. Both handbags will be auctioned on charityfolks.com through April 24th. Go online and bid to make a difference!

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PEOPLE recently got the exclusive chance to chat with Victoria Beckham about her new line of sunglasses that has just launched in the U.S. (her denim line is coming this summer). Why sunglasses? Posh explains, “Sunglasses have always been a signature for me. They’re a great last-minute accessory and have the added bonus of hiding tired eyes after you’ve been up all night with the children.” The fashion-icon inspired shades are already a hit with celebrities like pal Jennifer Lopez, who was recently spotted sporting a pair of candy striped frames. “She loves them!” says Beckham. “It’s a huge compliment that she’s wears them.” And she’s not the only one, husband David has a pair of the unisex aviators and, notes his wife, “he looks great in them!” Next up for Beckham is the launch of her dVb denim line due in stores this summer. “The philosophy is very focused: great fit, exceptional quality and a shot of high fashion for the girl who wants the perfect pair of jeans.” As for her own posh style? “I’m a fashion girl at heart and love to go all out when the occasion is right,” she admits. “What can I say? I’m a girl’s girl!”

Get a pair of dVb sunglasses ($280, each), available at Fred Segal Trend, 310-394-7535

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Photo: John Muggenborg; Anthony Harvey/WireImage

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