Olivia Pope has Killer Professional Style

 

Over the weekend I starting watching a new show on Netflix, called Scandal ! Not only is the main character played by the lovely, Kerry Washington who is one of only a few African-American women to land a lead role on prime-time television. The first to do so since 1974. Now you can understand why I’m blown away by Scandal and much more!

The show is based on Judy Smith’s life, a damage control specialist/lawyer/PR Executive, who is a co-producer for the show along side Shonda Rhimes, creator of  longtime popular series Grey’s Anatomy. The show is about Olivia Pope, a crisis management specialist who fixes clients. Beyond the plot of the show,  it encompasses some killer fashion choices that Olivia Pope wears that make you want to update your business attire.

It never occurred to me that professional wardrobe could be feminine, stylish and portray leadership. However, after watching this show along with another of my favorites, Damages I want to upgrade my closet with a few Oliva Pope essentials, especially in time for fall.

I want this zip up off-white top!

I’m looking for a new trench but I think I’ll stick to camel but we’ll see.

I need to layer a couple long elegant necklaces, done!

The seafoam blouse compliments the entire ensemble.

 

Emma Watson Graces the Cover of T Magazine

After a decade of Harry Potter movies and a detour to Oxford and Brown, Emma Watson is back! She looks sophisticated and chic! I’m loving her Nars eyeliner and that solid Bottega Veneta fall coat! Just added them along with the Harry Winston bling to my wish list!

To read the feature on Emma visit —>The NY TIMES STYLE Magazine

Photo by T, The New York Times Style Magazine

Spice Girls X 2012 Olympic Closing Ceremony = Flashback

 

 

 

I grew up watching Spice World on VHS, wearing platform sneakers and trying to figure out which one of my friends and I were who in the group Spice Girls. Back in the day everyone wanted to be baby spice so I was always nominated to be scary and sporty spice (which was fine by me, my hair was definitely curly and huge and I adored sports). I look back at how much entertainment and fun this all female group brought to my childhood and I smile. Thank you Spice Girls!!!

Any who, I love the Spice Girls Women and here’s another look at their performance and their style from last night.

Victoria Beckham, Geri Halliwell, Emma Bunton, Melanie Chisholm and Melanie Brown of The Spice Girls perform during the Closing Ceremony on Day 16 of the London 2012 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on August 12, 2012 in London, England.

 

 

Photos by Jeff J Mitchell/Mike Hewitt/Getty Images

 

One Lovely Blog Award

Hello Blog Family!

Happy TUESDAY!

Yesterday I was nominated by AmOoNa who has an addictive blog named Fashion Tarts Blog (Luvv it, check it out), for the ‘One Lovely Blog Award.’ I was so excited to be nominated and to know she actually likes my blog. Seriously, it means a TON that you check in with what I’m interested in etc. So, I want to THANK AmOoNa profusely for recognizing my blog and me. I realize my blog covers a plethora of topics from fashion, to style to sales and more and it’s very encouraging when I get an award to keep on pushing. I started blogging as an outlet and I’ve enjoyed the ride, I hope that you continue on this journey with me too and see where we end up =).

I will quote AmOoNa because I feel the same way, “I would like to send out my sincere appreciation to every person out there, wherever they may be, that takes a moment out of their day to check out my blog and see what I have to say. It truly means the world to me.”

In order to accept the award I need to follow the rules:

• Link back to the blogger that nominated you
• Paste the award image anywhere on your blog
• Tell us 7 facts about yourself
• Nominate 15 other bloggers you like for the award!
• Post a comment on your nominees’ blogs telling them of their nomination!

7 Facts about me:

1. I am obsessed with Mad Men
2. I am taking archery lessons
3. I can’t wait to attend NYC Fall Fashion Week and be invited to show my future bag collection!
4. One day I want to write my own book (subject to be determined but I hope it’s a good read)
5. I can’t get enough of Kings of Convenience!
6. I think Froyo is the BEST
7. I never get enough of shoe and dress shopping. I’m obsessed.

My nominees are:

1- http://fashnaddict.wordpress.com/

2-http://thelipstickgiraffe.com/

3- http://fashionwidget.wordpress.com/

4- http://thechicagolifeblog.com/

5- http://thematerialsleuth.wordpress.com/

6- http://beilovebei.com/

7- http://sadieanddasie.wordpress.com/

8- http://kittiesandcouture.com/

9- http://ilookstreetstyle.wordpress.com/

10- http://lesleycarter.wordpress.com/

11- http://printandpattern.net/

12- http://lacedinleather.com/

13- http://wilddarts.wordpress.com/

14- http://thedapperstyle.wordpress.com

15- http://jimmychoosonthetreadmill.com/

If I could nominate more blogs for this award I would but this is it for now =).

Wish you all the best, and thanks AGAIN!

xoxo

Ashleigh

Jessica Biel Turns Heads at the ‘Total Recall’ Premiere

Actress Jessica Biel arrives at the premiere of Columbia Pictures‘ ‘Total Recall’ held at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre toting a ton of PINK!

Photos by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Eva Marcille Heats up the Red Carpet

TV personality Eva Marcille attended the NBC Universal 2012 Summer TCA press tour at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on July 25, 2012 in Beverly Hills, California.

Eva is stunning in a gold and burgundy dress. Her makeup is flawless and she is picture perfect!

(L-R) Kelly Marie Dunn, Nikki Chu, Eva Marcille and Denyce Lawton

Photos by Alberto E. Rodriguez-Getty Images

Last Day for Giveaway: Win 1/5 front of the line passes for Naomi Campbell’s “The Face” auditions

Do you intend on auditioning for Naomi Campbell‘s hit model competition show, ”The Face“ in Los Angeles, this Saturday, July 28th (10am-4pm)?

Today is the LAST day to enter but if you do, you’ll have an opportunity to be 1 of 5 lucky winners to score Front-of-the-Line (FOTL) passes!

To ENTER visit —>http://www.examiner.com/article/win-1-5-front-of-the-line-passes-for-naomi-campbell-s-the-face-auditions

***Tips to Prepare for “The Face” Casting Call from Naomi Campbell

• Practice your walk ahead of time so that you are confident.
• Get a good night’s sleep the night before the casting so that you look well rested and refreshed and have plenty of energy for the interview.
• Come to the casting with an upbeat, positive attitude.  Be prepared to speak with representatives from “The Face” and show them that you’re personable, professional, confident, hardworking and excited about the opportunity.  Your attitude is as important as your look!
• It goes without saying that you should come to the casting looking your best!  Choose an outfit that’s simple and professional, but also highlights your best assets.  And aim to look as natural as possible – keep makeup to a minimum, style your hair in a natural, relaxed way, and make sure your nails are clean and polished.
• During the casting, make sure you maintain good posture and look engaged.

Women must be 18 years of age to audition and can find additional information, including online applications, at www.thefacecasting.com.

The Face LA Casting Call

When: July 28^th, 10 am – 4 pm

Where: W Hollywood

Address: 6250 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028

GOOD LUCK!!!

 

Charlize Theron and Michael Fassbender Heat Up W Magazine’s August Cover

W’s August cover story with Charlize Theron and Michael Fassbender, stars of Ridley Scott‘s new film Prometheus.

According to W Magazine, in Ridley Scott’s Prometheus, Charlize Theron and Michael Fassbender play siblings of the future: Fassbender is a highly advanced robot named David, a kind of favorite son to the father of Theron’s character, ­Meredith Vickers. While Vickers overcompensates for her insecurities by being bossy, David is smooth and brilliantly manipulative. Their rivalry reveals each other’s central flaw—Vickers is too ­emotional and David too cerebral—but they share the goal of supremacy on their own terms. This essentially human conflict between the heart and the head underscores the larger themes of the film: science versus religion; reason versus emotion; the enticement of the unknown versus the evil that lurks within. Add a great many scary creatures that resemble a mash-up of male and female genitals and you have a grand existential battle amid all the sci-fi gore.

Photos from W Magazine and by photographer Mario Sorrenti The interview with W’s Editor at Large Lynn Hirschberg is below:

 http://www.wmagazine.com/celebrities/2012/08/charlize-theron-michael-fassbender-prometheus-cover-story#ixzz21BZqJz6u

GUESS Eyewear’s Shades of Summer Playlist Event

GUESS Eyewear has teamed up with Universal Music Group to launch their first ever Shades of Summer Playlist! Any of you in Miami? The playlist goes live TOMORROW, Friday July 20^th!

In addition, to celebrate the launch of GUESS Eyewear’s Shades of Summer Playlist, there will be an in-store celebration of the debut of the playlist in Miami’s GUESS store. The Hood Internet will be DJing and attendees can get a card with their code to download the playlist with any purchase of GUESS Eyewear. The second event is the opening night party of Miami’s own Salon Allure 2012.

 

“The Dark Knight Rises” NYC Premiere

(L-R) Christopher Nolan, Tom Hardy, Marion Cotillard, Gary Oldman, Anne Hathaway, Christian Bale, Morgan Freeman and Joseph Gordan-Levitt attend “The Dark Knight Rises” New York Premiere at AMC Lincoln Square Theater

Zoe Kravitz  is all grown-up with a sophisticated hair style!

Russell Simmons and Miss Universe Leila Lopes are all smiles. Miss Universe’s Louboutins are ill (90s word).

Joseph Gordon-Levitt looks dapper.

Christian Bale and Sibi Blazic compliment one another.

Pharrell Williams has an eclectic sense of style, right?

Donald Trump and Melania Trump were camera ready.

Actor Morgan Freeman has on one glove. Why?

Tom Hardy.

Anne Hathaway looks Gorrrrrrrgeous!

Photos by Larry Busacca/Getty Images