8 posts tagged "Robert Pattinson"
R Patts for Dior; Carine’s Beauty Coup; and More…
Finally, Robert Pattinson has signed a fragrance contract—and with Parfums Christian Dior, no less! It was really only a matter of time… [E!]
Carine Roitfeld is launching a fragrance—and maybe a whole line of body products as well. The Harper’s Bazaar global fashion director reportedly took out a trademark for the name “Forgive Me,” which will be applied to a host of personal care products. And the intrigue mounts. [Fashionista]
According to a new poll conducted by hair product retailer Fabriah.com, Kate Middleton’s mahogany, always-perfect coif has been voted the No. 1 celebrity hair that women want. Jerry Hall came in a close second. [Daily Mail]
Victoria and David Beckham’s personal tattoo artist, Louis Molloy, has created a new skin-care range designed specifically for tattooed skin. Forever Ink, as the line is called, will likely be the next beauty product VB tweets wildly about. [Handbag.com]
Gaga To “Leak” Fragrance Ads; The “Robert” Returns; And More…
After a Twitter leak ruined the original launch strategy for Lady Gaga’s upcoming Fame fragrance, the queen of pop has taken matters into her own hands. Gaga has been responsible for all “leaks” since, sharing photos of the fragrance’s bottle, information about its notes—and, in a few hours, a first look at the Steven Klein-lensed ad campaign—via her own Twitter account. Game, set, match, Gaga. [Twitter]
Spoiler alert: Robert Pattinson has revealed that he had to wear a wig to reshoot some of the scenes in Twilight: Breaking Dawn Part 2. That’s what happens when you shave off your signature floppy mop top right after a set wraps, R Patts. [People]
They can be carcinogenic and increase depression in children, and now comes news that a high concentration of chemical phthalates found in household grooming products like shampoos, soaps, hair sprays, and nail polishes can increase the risk of diabetes. Scar-ry. [Fox News]
It’s official: As of today, indoor tanning by anyone under 17 years old is heretofore illegal in the great state of New York. Get ready for a pasty—albeit healthy—winter, 16-year-olds. [NYDN]
Loyalties in the business of beauty brand ambassadorship are made that much more complicated in the face of red-carpet dressing. But just in case you thought Blake Lively was on the outs with the house of Chanel after inking that deal to be the new face of Gucci’s Premiere fragrance, not to worry; Blake is still “an ambassador to Chanel,” the French house insists. Just don’t tell Frida Giannini that. [The Cut]
Valentino Reveals Valentina; Giles Gets In On The Nail Boom; And More…
You can add two more scents to the onslaught of designer fragrances hitting shelves this fall. BCBG will launch its debut eponymous eau, a soft floral, next month while Valentina, Valentino’s first offering since signing on with luxury group PUIG, hits shelves in September. [WWD]
Perfume isn’t the only thing luring fashion’s biggest names over to the beauty side. As nails continue to have a moment on the runway and off, more and more brands and designers are looking to get in on the action—including Giles Deacon, who will launch a series of nail wraps and polishes with the British retailer New Look. “You’re getting a good cross section—not too classic, but quite fashion,” Deacon says of the line, called Gold by Giles. “They’re definitely things you’re going to get noticed with.” [Independent]
Katy Perry is officially a blonde. The formerly raven-haired pop star went from black to ginger en route to her ultimate hair hue of choice—a honey flaxen—which happens to be her natural color. [Us]
In other hair transformation news, Robert “R-Patts” Pattinson has sheared off his famous fluffy locks and is currently sporting a half-shaved fade—much to the chagrin of the millions of teenage girls watching his every move. [People Style Watch]
The Future of Perfume Ads Is Here; R-Patts: Hot But “Needs To Go Tanning”; And More…
Scented perfume strips have gone digital. Turns out, interactive fragrance advertising is the wave of the future thanks to some new computer technology that makes perfume accords printable—and sniffable. Plus, the iAroma is coming, too; oh yes, it is. [Independent]
It’s summer and sun-phobia is at a high, which means self-tanner—celebrity-branded and otherwise—is a hot topic. While there hasn’t been much innovation in the field, ingredient-wise (all of those natural-formula claims are typically just hype), there is a whole new crop of sprays, mousses, creams, and gels hitting the market to turn you that coveted shade of orange-brown. So mind the streakage and remember that gradual color is the way to go. [NYT]
Or you could just make like the Jersey Shore cast and go super-dark, super-fast. The Situation, DJ Pauly D, JWoww, and Snooki will all presumably be boosting their bronze for the MTV Movie Awards this weekend, where they will be presenters. Snooki will also reportedly be a news correspondent on the red carpet and has a few special words planned for Robert Pattinson: “I’m going to say, ‘You need to go tanning, but you’re really hot.’ ” A bronze-skinned Edward Cullen? Blasphemous! [MTV.com]
The Teen Tan Ban Comes to New York, And More…
First came the tan tax, and now New York could adopt a “Teen Tan Ban” if a new law passes the state legislature. It’s already illegal to fake bake if you’re under 14 in the Empire State, but if all goes according to plan, New York would have the only statewide under-18 tan ban in the nation—and just in time to put a damper on prom season, too. [Times Union]
Not getting enough sleep? A new study shows that dark circles and sallow skin may be the least of your problems. Lack of sufficient shut-eye has been shown to affect the body’s immune function, hormone secretion, and physical and mental stamina, which can directly affect your hair, leading to a dull appearance, stunted follicle growth, or (eek!) hair loss. [Stylelist]
Hopefully, Robert Pattinson is getting his eight hours. The Twilight hunk recently admitted to Oprah that he’d rather be beautiful than influential—a tune we imagine he would quickly change if male pattern baldness ever entered the picture. [Monsters and Critics]
Gisele Bündchen, Heidi Klum, and Kate Moss, on the other hand, have proven that you can be both things, raking in an estimated $50 million collectively this year for ads seen around the world. [Forbes]
You can add Miranda Kerr to team beauty-plus-influence, as well. In addition to her Victoria’s Secret obligations and the launch of her new natural skincare line, the Aussie model has apparently penned a book about body image called Treasure Yourself. No word yet on whether writing prowess and admirable syntax also factor into the equation. [Huff Po]