Movie Style

June 22, 2009 | 2:30 pm

Emma Watson: “There’s Nothing Interesting about Looking Perfect”

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Harry Potter star and Burberry model Emma Watson makes a grown-up glam appearance on the cover of Teen Vogue’s August issue with her D&G puffy-shouldered plum blouse with applique details, floral D&G skirt tied with an emerald Mokuba ribbon and a crystal Fallon tiara. And though wearing luxe labels is nothing new to the famous teen — who has been hitting the red carpet since she was 11 in Chanel and Balenciaga — the actress tells the magazine that in her everyday life, she’s careful to make sure her outfits never look overdone. “There’s nothing interesting about looking perfect—you lose the point. You want what you’re wearing to say something about you, about who you are,” says Emma. And when you can count Christopher Bailey (of Burberry) and Karl Lagerfeld as your friends, looking stylish just comes with the territory. Check out more of Emma’s interview with Teen Vogue where the star dishes on college, her future acting plans and more style at teenvogue.com.

April 20, 2009 | 3:30 pm

Emma Watson on Trading Harry Potter for Karl Lagerfeld

Courtesy Interview magazine

Harry Potter’s leading lady Emma Watson has been a fixture on the big screen since her acting debut as Hermione Granger at the tender age of 9. And now a decade later, the 19-year-old is telling Interview magazine all about her transformation from child star to glamour girl. While the young Brit has managed to stay out of the tabloids, she has been the talk of the fashion world, rubbing shoulders with some of the world’s most high-profile tastemakers, including Chanel designer Karl Lagerfeld. “We spent the whole day together,” she says, “and he can talk about anything — literature, art, science, modern culture. I was totally seduced. I felt spoiled to be spending so much time with him.” Yet even with her fabulous fashion connections and big-girl paychecks, Emma remains down-to-earth when it comes to shopping. “I don’t really buy designer stuff. I have a few nice things, but I don’t really have the occasion to wear couture too often,” she says. But when those occasions do pop up, Emma calls on her friends. “I’m typically lent something — which means I have to give it back at midnight, like Cinderella.” Although Emma is considering heading to the U.S. for the Ivy League this year, she’s rumored to be starring in an upcoming Burberry ad campaign — so maybe this won’t be the last the fashion world has seen of her. Read the complete interview at interviewmagazine.com.

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February 6, 2009 | 4:51 pm

Isla Fisher and Hugh Dancy Deny That They are True “Shopaholics”

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Patricia Fields may have carefully crafted the over-top costumes for Isla Fisher in Confessions of a Shopaholic, but the Australian star admits that it’s a far cry from her style. The actress, clad in Matthew Williamson and Judith Ripka jewels, told PEOPLE at last night’s N.Y.C. premiere that “It was sort of a bit wasted on me. I try to keep up with fashion, but ultimately, I always go for comfort, first.” Fisher even joked that she was glad to be rid of the fanciful looks. “At the end of three and a half months, I was quite relieved not to see them again, because it represented so many early mornings.” And Fisher had to do a little bit of research before she started the role, and not just by going to Barney’s. She tells PEOPLE, “I researched a little bit by going to self-help shopping groups. I had so much fun.” Meanwhile, her co-star Hugh Dancy may have been dashing at the premiere in Prada, but he tells PEOPLE that he hardly feels bad about his shopping. “I don’t feel guilty about [shopping] because I don’t do enough of it to feel guilty.” If only we could all say that! Confessions of a Shopaholic opens nationwide February 13. – reporting by Jeffrey Slonim

February 2, 2009 | 3:54 pm

Patricia Fields Confesses to Her Latest Gig: Wardrobing Fisher’s Shopaholic!

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Watch out Carrie Bradshaw, there’s a new fashionista in town. Confessions of a Shopaholic’s Rebecca Bloomwood, portrayed by Isla Fisher, is taking over the Manhattan streets in a whirl of designer goodies. With the help of Emmy-Award winning costume designer Patricia Field — the mastermind behind Sex and the City and The Devil Wears Prada — Fisher takes the much-loved fiction character of Sophia Kinsella’s Shopaholic series to life. “This character just shopped her life away,” Field tells PEOPLE, “Her wardrobe was massive. Her room was filled with racks and accessories all over the place, and it was like she lived in her closet.” Patricia and Isla worked together to create a character with a “very harajuku” style. Never one to simply wear jeans and a T-shift, Rebecca is all about the accessories (from hats and gloves to bags and a signature green scarf), which, according to Field, is the key to staying fashion forward on a tight budget. “Don’t buy clothes, buy accessories,” she advises. “Accessories in general are what really create your look, more so than your clothing. You tell a story with accessories.” The famed costume designer says of the movie, which opens on February 13, “It’s fashion. It’s funny, it’s frivolous and it’s frantic.” We can’t wait! Tell us: Are you excited to see Shopaholic?reporting by Eunice Oh

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December 22, 2008 | 10:45 am

Robert Pattinson Cuts His Hair: Love It or Hate It?

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Say good-bye to Robert Pattinson’s sexy tousled locks. The Twilight star caused a major frenzy when he stepped out this weekend with a new crew cut. Though he may not have the long messy ‘do that won us over, we think he looks just as hot with the shorter ‘do. The second installment of Twilight doesn’t begin filming for awhile, so hopefully the longer locks will be back when Edward returns to the screen. We want to know what you think, is Robert just as sexy with his new crew cut?

June 6, 2008 | 2:33 pm

Shop Carrie Bradshaw’s SATC Wardrobe — for Less!

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By now most Sex and the City fans have seen the movie at least once, and still no one can stop talking about all the fabulous fashion. From Carrie’s over-the-top Vivienne Westwood gown to her simple street style, our heads were spinning throughout the two-hour-plus film. Of course, all SJP’s on-set style was couture — and well beyond our budget — but we definitely wouldn’t mind finding it all for less. British shopping site asos.com was so sure Carrie fans everywhere would covet her big-screen wardrobe that they have recreated almost every look from head-to-toe — at budget-friendly prices. From her Burberry studded belt to her Dior sandals, it’s all there. Take a virtual tour through her 5th Avenue penthouse closet and shop Carrie’s most memorable looks — flower power dress anyone? — at asos.com’s Sex and the City Shop. Tell us: Would you shop these knock-off Carrie looks? Which is your favorite?

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April 9, 2008 | 1:00 pm

Bag Borrow or Steal’s “Sex” Contest

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As if we weren’t already excited enough about the upcoming “Sex and the City” movie, one of our fave e-retailers, bagborroworsteal.com, has decided to get in on the action. From now until May 9, you can visit the site for a chance to win an all-expenses-paid trip to N.Y.C. for you and a friend to walk the red carpet and attend the premiere. Just submit a YouTube video of yourself that explains which Sex character’s style most resembles your own. Camera shy? You can also enter by taking Bag Borrow or Steal’s Purse-onality Quiz or by “borrowing” as much arm candy as you can during the promotion period. You’re this close to donning Manolo’s and drinking Cosmos in the Big Apple.

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