From Angelina Jolie to Halle Berry, celeb moms love to wear Botkier accessories while out and about with their tots. We recently chatted with the designer (and mom-of-three!) about her mom-friendly collection and how she juggles being a working parent. Check out our exclusive chat in our Moms & Babies section.
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It looks like Hollywood stylistas are suiting themselves–literally! Yesterday we asked if you would wear a suit and tie like Leighton Meester did to the Gotham Independent Film Awards. And while our respondents were split down the middle on the trend, A-listers like Winona Ryder, Jessica Alba and Halle Berry, are clearly giving the look a sartorial thumbs up. Ryder, who has dabbled in menswear before, upped the ante last night, arriving at the N.Y.C. premiere of Black Swan in a tuxedo jacket, black oxford, slacks and a blinged-out lariat necklace, while Alba ditched the feminine frocks in favor of a fitted Dolce & Gabbana blazer, and slouch trousers for Footwear News’ 24th annual Achievement Awards. Rounding out Tuesday night’s trifecta was Halle Berry, who selected a jacquard black and gold ’70s-inspired look with a plunging sparkly blouse—all by Balmain. We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again, menswear is definitely a fall wardrobe staple, but we usually reserve the full-on look for interviews. Tell us: Do you think the look suits Winona, Jessica and Halle? - Justine Harman
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Hollywood’s leading ladies including Halle Berry, Gwen Stefani, Kate Beckinsale and Jessica Alba arrived in style at the grand opening of Tod’s new boutique in Beverly Hills. “Who doesn’t love a bag and shoes?!,’” Beckinsale exclaimed to PEOPLE, “That’s kind of the beginning of everything.” Stefani (gorgeous in Vivienne Westwood) chatted with BFF, Beckinsale and husband Gavin Rossdale in the store’s third-floor showroom, which was transformed into a lounge reminiscent of a 1940s supper club. A dapper-looking Pierce Brosnan, who came with wife, Keely, shared a laugh with Berry, his Die Another Day Bond girl while Kate Bosworth mingled with pals and browsed Tod’s newest collection. Also enjoying a night out was a glowing Jessica Capshaw, who received congratulations on her pregnancy from guests throughout the night. A classic brand, Tod’s received raves for their timeless accessories. Anjelica Huston said of the shoes, “I love Tod’s because they are easy and comfortable and you can even put on a 6-in. heel like I probably have on tonight and still be comfortable.” Camille Belle added, “I have a bag [which is] the most beautiful plum color that I love and I’ve had for a really long time.” However, the evening wasn’t all about the ladies. Neil Patrick Harris and boyfriend David Burtka sipped white wine on the terrace while James Marsden enjoyed a date night with his wife. Of his fashion sense Marsden said, “I‘m sort of into classic. I get scared when things get a little too forward thinking and innovative.”–Michelle Ward
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Halle Berry had an instant hit with her eponymous fig-scented debut fragrance in 2009, and she’s kicking off the new year with a sexy second act. Pure Orchid, the next, limited-edition incarnation of Halle by Halle Berry, plays up the exotic bloom with notes like jungle cactus flower, blackberry creme and tonka bean. The scent itself won’t hit stores until February, starting at $17 for a .5-oz bottle, but we have a sneak peek at Halle’s stunning new campaign. Tell us: Are you excited for Halle’s new fragrance?
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While there remains no shortage of Hollywood starlets whose stick-thin frames continue to appear in magazines and on the red carpet, it seems now more than ever ordinary women are tiring of the look — and the possible extreme measures it takes to achieve that near-impossible standard. A recent survey, which polled 2,000 women aged 18 and over, found that stars with curvier, healthier figures were more desirable, reports the UK’s Daily Mail. Topping the desirability chart is Kate Winslet, followed by Halle Berry and Beyonce. Also making the list: Megan Fox and Lily Allen, while svelte Victoria Beckham and Kate Moss tie for last place. Could the era of too-too-skinny starlets be coming to an end? Tell us: Who do you think has the best body in Hollywood? Do you feel pressure to live up to stars’ body standards? –Andrea DeSimone
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When co-founder and Global Ambassador Alicia Keys wanted to raise money for her charity Keep-A-Child Alive, a charity that is dedicated to providing life-saving anti-retroviral treatment, care and support services to families whose lives have been affected by HIV/AIDS in Africa and India, she called upon her famous friends, of course. Stars like Halle Berry, Chris Martin, John Mayer, Queen Latifah, Iman and Padma Lakshmi joined the singer for a night of glitz and glam in New York City where Halle proved to be the night’s heaviest bidder, taking home a one-of-kind, 18k gold, blue kyanite and ruby necklace for $40,000 — all of which benefited Keep-A-Child-Alive. The necklace, which was co-designed by Alicia for jewelry line The Barber’s Daughters, is inscribed with an inspirational quote from the singer that says “Always shine/ light on the/world./Alicia Keys”. And while Alicia proudly wore the necklace during the event, Halle took it home. You can find similar (and less expensive) versions of the necklace at thebarbersdaughters.com.
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Looking for jeans with a $200 fit without the price tag? Look no further than Gap’s latest denim line — the 1969 Premium Jeans Collection. From Halle Berry and Molly Sims to Ashlee Simpson and Emma Roberts, fashion forward celebs jammed to tunes spun by Joel Madden Thursday night, while perusing the new wallet-friendly collection at the 1969 Jeans Shop, a temporary pop-up shop on trendy Robertson Blvd in West Hollywood. And the ladies couldn’t stop raving about the line, which features 14 different styles for men and women in the softest denim and most stylish washes, all for under $60. “Gap is always good at the classic jeans — they fit [well] and they’re easy to wear,” Simpson told PEOPLE. And she wasn’t the only enthusiast. The favorite pick of the evening? The “Always Skinny” jean, rocked by Berry, Cobb, Roberts, and Entourage’s Constance Zimmer. “I just picked up four, five new pairs,” confessed Roberts. Gap creative director Patrick Robinson is to thank for the new recessionista obsession: Robinson spent a year and a half fine-tuning the line, from shopping around for fabrics, and teaching factories how to make those perfect hand-made finishes, to working with several body types to master that perfect fit. “For me, honestly, these are the best fitting jeans in the world. We’ll go up against any brand of any jean, and these fit better,” says Robinson. “We want[ed] jeans that, for women, make you have the best butt in the world. You want to be able to wear these on a date, you want to be able to wear them out on those nice steak dinners.” And we will – It’s hard to say no to booty- and wallet-friendly jeans! The Gap 1969 Jeans Collection is available in Gap stores and online at gap.com starting August 13. – By Shruti Dhalwala
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