Best Dressed of the Weekend: A double dose of Olsen-ness
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It seems like this weekend no one in Hollywood could stay indoors and so I have actually have to edit out my options of Best Dressed of the Weekend from quite a few options. I have been quite impressed with Elizabeth Banks' red carpet looks for her Hunger Games press tour. However, none of her looks were quite part of the weekend, alas...
Fortunately, both Ashley and her young sis Elizabeth were out this weekend, which more than made up for it. Ash, who we haven't seen a lot in the last few months, looked amazing in a very understated look with a black turtle neck jumper, a classic camel coat by The Row and Aquazzura heels.
Elizabeth Olsen has one of my favourite airport styles at the moment. Unlike most celebs she doesn't go for leather jackets and layers of black. I love her blue suede brogues, which she's been wearing quite a bit lately. The whole colour palette of her look is super chic and I am loving the cropped trousers that are just right.
And lastly, Diane Kruger at the reopening of the St. Regis Bal Harbour resort in Miami. Diane wore Jason Wu FW12, which was one of my favourite collections from NYFW. 

Gossip Girl Fashion: 'The Princess Dowry'
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This week's episode of Gossip Girl, 'The Princess Dowry', was one of the best we have seen from all season 5 both in terms of plot and of fashion. I feel like only Georgina stirring things up can make the plot exciting. We should have enough interesting episodes once the show comes back in about a month's time.

Apparently all it took for everyone to dress their best was for CeCe pass way. Her funeral reception made everyone turn up in their finest attire. Serena wore one of the simplest looks yet – a long-sleeve black tee tucked into a super chic Derek Lam printed skirt, which she accompanied with a beige Fey coat and one of Mulberry's  new travel bags. Blair was also quite simple, by her standards anyway, in a Zac Posen skirt and a beautiful Jason Wu lace top.

Georgina also looked incredible this time in a sexy Carven cut-out dress that really suited her. She covered up in another Burberry, this time metallic, trench coat. She does love a bit of a British touch. Lily wore a Chantilly lace Dolce & Gabbana dress and I loved the effect of the statement necklace over the see-through neckline – perfect for the occasion. And even Ivy (or Charlie) looked pretty stunning in a Milly lace dress very much in line with what we've seen the Duchess of Cambridge wear lately.

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Jason Wu FW12: Femmes Fatales & a Wardrobe for Giovanna
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When I clicked on Jason Wu last night to take a look at his FW12 collection I was confused for a second as if the link has taken me to someone else's line. But I was in the right place. Wu's latest collection is a lot stronger an tougher than what we have been seeing for the last couple of seasons. It was like his woman had suddenly turned into the heroine of a film noir – a femme fatale. It was almost like the perfect slick wardrobe for a Bond girl who travels from Europe through Russia (see the green leather coat with fur collar) to Asia.

I was very pleasantly surprised with the change of attitude in this collection. I loved the coats, which should always be a strong point on a winter collection. And I was again fascinated by the embroidered details also by Swarovski elements. Especially the boozy red sleeveless silk number where the embroidery seems to have been applied wanting a degradé effect.

I couldn't stop thinking of Giovanna Battaglia while I looked at the collection. Half of it seemed like a perfect choice for her – something she would choose and wear herself. So I picked the three dresses we are most likely to catch her in. I am particularly keen on the black polo-neck ensemble. I love the golden details on the sides.

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Best Dressed of the Weekend: Three top grades!
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This week I had no doubts about the chosen women for Best Dressed of the Weekend. Click here to have a look at the other three runner-ups for this week.
Diane Kruger in Erdem is, by miles, one of the best looks I have seen on a celebrity in a long time. It was exquisite and delicate, sexy and very classy. She gets this week's number one. And I do hope to see more celebs in Erdem's SS12 pieces, everything was simply stunning!
I am a huge Meryl Streep fan and I have been for years so I am thrilled to see her still at the top of her game and looking so radiant! I can't wait to see what she chooses to wear to this year's Oscar (she has to win!). For the moment I am happy to see her making unexpected choices like this Cacharel number from the FW1 collection. Mila Kunis wore a similar dress from the same line a few months ago, which makes Meryl even cooler.
Blake Lively is the third to get a top grade this week. Her Jason Wu look to celebrate the launch of the designer's collaboration with Target was a great fit. Just like I said last week re. the latest GG episode, her hair is looking great like this and the light coral of the lipstick and the earrings makes her glow. The peplum is super chic and I love the subtlety of the embroidered details on the skirt.

shutting (it) down at Cannes

After almost two full weeks of never-ending premiers and their subsequent red carpets and parties the 2010 Cannes film festival has wrapped up. This year we have seen the unexpected style change of Kate Beckinsale (Coco's Tea Party explains it best) as well as other amazing fashion moments that I have religiously reported here. The closing ceremony, far from being boring clothes-wise, delivered some looks I did not see coming.

First of all, Beckinsale (who did not wear a white Marchesa) totally looked the part in a Nina Ricci from the FW10 collection that mixed layers of fabric with bits of lace and see-through material. She was desperately asking for that little bit of edge. Kristen Dunst went for a bright turquoise Chanel Cruise 2011 dress fresh from the catwalk. It is not a colour we normally see at this kind of events but I very much loved it, as I did the simple but interesting design. I did hate her shoes the hem of the dress, which looked lovely from the side but odd from the front. Diane Kruger joined the colour club for the evening, for which Giulia and I will be eternally grateful as we're tired of her black and white Chanel. Instead, she donned a fuchsia Jason Wu with dropped from a beautiful black bustier with lace and sequins.
All in all,  this was a very amusing year in terms of fashion. I am so intrigued about Beckinsale and whether she'll keep up the good work or go back to her old tricks. What do you think?
I'm off.

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Giulia's SS10 musts

I have gone through my favourite e-tail spots and chosen my season's must-haves. For me, it's all about muted colours (loving the nude this season), a bit of black (always!) and a dash of gold and pink without going too crazy. Enjoy!

Clockwise from top right: Alexander Wang bomber jacket, Vanessa Kandiyoti necklace, Camilla and Marc grey dress, Aurelie Biederman black cuff, Christian Louboutin studded pumps, Giambatistta Valli fringed dress, Daisy Knights studded gold rings, Current/Elliot ripped jeans, Philippe Ferrandis turquoise necklace, Bess fringed shoes.

Clockwise from top right: Madeleine Thompson jumper, Missoni bikini, Marie Helene de Taillac earrings, Isabel Marant pink tunic, Stella McCartney one-shoulder dress, pink Chanel Le Vernis, Jason Wu feather skirt, Proenza Shouler shoes, dark beige Chanel Le Vernis.

Giuls xx

[Pictures: Style.com, Net-a-Porter, MatchesFashion.com, HarveyNichols.com]

couleur face-off

Just by glancing at Kate Bosworth one knows she is very much clued in when it comes to trends. Her outfit of soft lines and muted colours paired up with neutral-coloured shoes and bag epitomises the look of the season for SS10. Looking at any shops it seems evident that these colour palette will take over the upcoming season but let's not forget the other significant trend of the season —military khaki. Which one will you be sporting for SS10?

Below, clockwise from left: Chloé cotton suit, Chloé silk-crepe blouse, Marc Jacobs satin top, Jason Wu chiffon skirt, Vanessa Bruno Athé shorts, Elizabeth and James embellished skirt, Missoni wrap top. All from Net-a-Porter.

Below, clockwise from left: Splendid jersey top, Balmain tank top, Elizabeth and James silk shirt, Balmain cargo shorts, Stella McCartney camouflage shorts, Alexander Wang asymmetric skirt. All from Net-a-Porter.

[Pictures: JustJared, Net-a-Porter]

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NY highlights

This New York Fashion Week gave the feeling to be more aware of the times we live in. It was interesting seeing designers tackling with the issue of being practical while having their ideas remain on the garments. As usual, the coat took over the catwalks in its many forms —fur and leather still made an appearance but most designers went for the more unexpensive wool and tweed or the ever-classic cashmere. FW10 trends will be monopolised by layers more than ever. Some combinations that might have seemed nonsensical in the past become the protagonists of this season (see Rag & Bone). Velvet, which is a constant in menswear, made a big-time comeback in the shape of dresses (see Altuzarra) that looked somehow like shabby medieval gowns. However, if I were to choose my favourite trend it would be, by far, the maxi skirt and oversized cardigan combo. I have never been much of a boho chic fan but there is something mysteriously sensual about a woman that's not so keen on showing off her curves (see Richard Chai).

[Picture credit: Style.com]

Which one was your favourite collection from NYFW?

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just one of those things

This time I will not speak ill of pre-collections. I have come to terms with the fact that is is thanks to them and cruise collections that we get a fashion kick in between seasons. They might not be creatively challenging but they are cool designs from some our favourite people. And they make you look good during the holidays or on your annual yacht tour around the Greek islands. These are soVIPzone's picks from our preferred Pre-Fall 2010 collections.

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As of late, I have developed two new obsessions when it comes to TV shows. One is True Blood, and the second one is this, Mad Men. All the action is based between the then flourishing advertising industry and the suburban life of the employees of one of New York's main agencies in the 1960's. January Jones (below) plays Betty Draper, the wife of a successful advertising executive. Her style is very much reminiscent of the 50's, and Dior's New Look still plays an important role on a woman's wardrobe. It has been my endeavour to find some similarities between the fashion then and the collections from the last couple of seasons.

From left: Jason Wu, Prada, Valentino.

From left: Chris Benz, Paul Smith, Thakoon.

[Picture credits: Style.com, AMCtv.com]

I'm off.