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Heather Thomson - From Diddy to JLo to Beyonce to Shapewear
Filed under: Swimwear and Lingerie, Celebrities with Style, Interviews
Stylelist has an exclusive interview with celebrity designer Heather Thomson, creator of the popular -- and comfortable and effective -- Yummie Tummie shapewear top. She's also the former creative director for Beyoncé's House of Deréon, and designer for Diddy's award-winning Sean Jean menswear line. Heather's accomplishments also include helping Jennifer Lopez create the Sweetface line.
Heather dished with StyleList about her time working with celebrity designers, as well as her latest creation, the RIPT Fusion– pronounced "Rip Tee" – a line of compression shirts for men who want fashionable core support. And she even gave us a sneak peak at the Yummie Tummie Fall collection, which includes some of the sexiest shapewear we've ever seen!
We love our Yummie Tummies! Tell us about the new collection:
Since we launched a little more than a year ago, we've been building on the basics from the first collection. In the spring we added some great hot weather looks, including the Bare Back, a halter style. Our fall collection will add even more versatility – and sex appeal!
Heather dished with StyleList about her time working with celebrity designers, as well as her latest creation, the RIPT Fusion– pronounced "Rip Tee" – a line of compression shirts for men who want fashionable core support. And she even gave us a sneak peak at the Yummie Tummie Fall collection, which includes some of the sexiest shapewear we've ever seen!
Sexy Stars Who Love Yummie Tummie
Sexy New Yummie Tummie Teddy
It's the sexiest shapewear we've ever seen! It holds you in and up!
Yummie Tummie
Heather Thomson on the set with Beyonce and Solange
Heather worked with talented Knowles family on the Dereon, House of Dereon and Miss Tina brands.
Heather Thomson
Destiny's Child Blesses Heather's Unborn Child
Heather, while pregnant with her second child, Ella, flanked by Michelle Williams (on her left) Kelly Rowland and Beyonce Knowles. Heather created the first Yummie Tummie for herself, after the birth of her first child, Jax.
Heather Thomson
Tina, Matthew and Beyonce Knowles
Heather confirmed that Beyonce really is as nice in person as she seems, and gives credit to Matthew and Tina Knowles for raising such grounded daughters.
Heather Thomson
Damon Dash, Diddy and Heather Thomson
Heather honed her menswear design chops while working with Diddy at his award-winning Sean John line.
Heather Thomson
Jennifer Lopez and Heather Thomson
JLo and Heather -- just two cool chicks into fun and fashion!
Heather Thomson
The RIPT Fusion
Superman abs -- or the appearance of them -- can be his, with the RIPT Fusion "men's undershirt on steroids!"
RIPT Fusion
Yummie Tummie Briefie
New in the fall collection: Yummie Tummie comfort and control in a sexy bottom.
Yummie Tummie
Yummie Tummie Lace Print Strappy
The comfortable and sexy Yummie Tummie Strappy, now in a trendy lace print. So cute no one will even realize it's shapewear!
Yummie Tummie
We love our Yummie Tummies! Tell us about the new collection:
Since we launched a little more than a year ago, we've been building on the basics from the first collection. In the spring we added some great hot weather looks, including the Bare Back, a halter style. Our fall collection will add even more versatility – and sex appeal!
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'Manolo Blahnik Drawings' - Shoes That Are Better Than Sex
Filed under: Shoes
Photo: Thames & Hudson
Sarah Jessica Parker has said she could "run a marathon in a pair of Manolo Blahniks." But sadly, they're so expensive, most of our footwear fetishes are left unfulfilled and we can only fantasize about actually owning a pair.
"Manolo Blahnik Drawings" is a new book featuring the sketches Mr. Blahnik creates early in his shoe designing process. The tome shows over 120 of these, in full color, with captivating and fanciful details like raspberries, laces and stiletto heels that should be impossible to wear, but somehow are crafted into perfection.
The sketches are organized by decade, starting in the Seventies and going up to the current one. So, for now, you can live vicariously through the amazing artwork.
Manolo Blahnik Drawings
Acid Green Platforms
Back in the 70's, they weren't kidding when they said, "Platforms"!
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Shoe-Animal!
Would you call this a giraffe print? Or just say that the heel is as high as a giraffe's neck is long?
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Ankle Bib
Never has a swiss dot neckerchief looked as elegant as when it's on this shoe from 1985.
Thames & Hudson
Gold Leaf Lizard
The excess of the 80s is on full, glorious display with this mule!
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Tri-color Flat
Oh, yes, please we'd like to take one in every color!
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Blue and Gold Bondage
It's hard to read Blahnik's handwriting, but the notes say that this shoe had velcro on it!
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Black Patent Leather Sandal
This shoes is so dainty, and yet so rock and roll tough. No girly-girls allowed!
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Dancing Bootie
Can't you feel how jubilant you will be when you wear this multi-colored bootie? The green laces are like a bow on a present. A very expensive and divine present.
Thames & Hudson
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Designer Naeem Khan Talks Glamour With StyleList
Filed under: Interviews
Photos courtesy of Naeem Khan
Khan spoke with StyleList before a private luncheon and fashion show at Neiman Marcus in San Francisco.
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Vivienne Tam HP Digital Clutch - StyleList Giveaway!
Filed under: Runway Trends, Celebrities with Style, Contests & Giveaways
Behold the Vivienne Tam Digital Clutch! Credit: HP
The computer matches Tam's Spring '09 collection with the gorgeous red peony "China Chic" design. It boasts a 10" display, while weighing only 2.45 libs. Plus the keyboard has a double happiness Chinese symbol on the shift key!
Ready to be the chicest techie in town? Here's how to enter:
- To enter, you must become a fan of the StyleList Facebook page.
- You must become a fan before 5pm ET on Monday, May 18, 2009.
- You may enter only once.
- One winner will be selected in a random drawing.
- One winner will receive a HP Mini 1000 Vivienne Tam Edition (valued at $699.99).
- Open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 18 and older.
- Click here for complete Official Rules.
Matthew Williamson at H&M - Bright and Bold the Second Time Around
Filed under: Clothing, Celebrities with Style
Photos courtesy of H&M
The collection is filled with vivid colors and patterns that are perfect for hot summer days and sultry nights. In addition to his drama-filled women's line, Williamson has also created his first menswear line. And it's not for faint-hearted boys! We weren't kidding about the hot pink (pants) or acid green (shorts). But if you have the nerve to wear them, and you get there early enough to actually score a pair, you (or your man) will be the hippest dude strutting the streets!
As we told you back in March, Wiliamson is thrilled that this collaboration makes his vision accessible to a wider audience. As much as he loves having his fashions grace the lithe -- and rich -- forms of Lindsay, Nicole and Eva Longoria, he says, "I want to share a glimpse of the Matthew Williamson world with H&M customers, by creating an aspirational lifestyle collection which is both exotic and fashion forward."
And if past experience is any indication, that entire aspirational audience will be lined up three deep by 6 a.m. on Thursday morning. So if you want in on the fabulous, grab a sleeping bag, rush your fine self over there and get in line!
Sweet High Fashion for Philanthropy
Filed under: Fashionable Food, Style for a Cause
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The annual fundraiser includes a silent auction, gourmet tasting stations and an awards ceremony, And then there is the famous (infamous?) Des Alpes Chocolate Fashion Show. Dozens of well-known chefs use their culinary creativity to design clothes -- and decorate models -- with chocolate and sugar confections.
We have to take our hats off to the brave models who strut their stuff down that runway -- a little bit of nervous sweating could have meant wardrobe disaster!
Win a Copy of 'Michelle Style' - StyleList Giveaway Reminder
Filed under: Celebrities with Style, Contests & Giveaways, Books
Michelle Style by Mandi Norwood. Photo courtesy of Harper Collins.
You still have time enter this StyleList giveaway -- we'll pick the winner today at 5pm EST! Just go to the original post (remember, comments here don't count!) and leave a comment telling us about your favorite Michelle Obama fashion moment.
With five chances to win, lots of readers should be feeling lucky!
Dior Master Class - How to Get a Beautiful Bronzed Look
Filed under: Beauty Tips
We had a plan, and the tools to make it happen! Photo by C. Lincoln
Along with 15 other lucky ladies, we watched Karen transform a willing volunteer from regular chick to runway goddess, giving her the trendy bronzed look that's perfect for spring and summer. Then we all got a chance to try doing it ourselves, with expert guidance from the Dior experts -- and mixed results!
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Hype 'Alexis' Handbag From ideeli - StyleList Giveaway Reminder!
Filed under: Handbags, Accessories, Contests & Giveaways
Photo by ideeli.com
Of course, the only thing better than a sale is getting something for free, and this week we're giving away the gorgeous Hype "Alexis" handbag from ideeli.com! This stylish lambskin leather bag, with cross body strap and so-in-right-now ruffles is sold out, so the only way to get it is to enter the giveaway!
Ready to enter? All you need to do is go to the original post before 5pm EST today and leave a confirmed comment telling us what the most important item in your handbag is. That's all it takes ... plus a enough luck to have your comment be the one we randomly pick to win. So good luck!
Win a Copy of 'Michelle Style' - StyleList Giveaway
Filed under: Celebrities with Style, Contests & Giveaways, Books
Michelle Style by Mandi Norwood. Photo courtesy of Harper Collins.
That's right! We're giving away five copies of Michelle Style. So, if you're obsessed with our First Lady's fashion choices, wonder what designers have to say about her sartorial sensibility and love to peruse photos and drawings of her now iconic outfits, you will want to win this book!
Ready to win a copy of Michelle Style? Here's how:
- To enter, leave a confirmed comment below telling us about your favorite Michelle Obama fashion moment.
- The comment must be left before 5pm ET on Tuesday, May 12, 2009.
- You may enter only once.
- Five winners will be selected in a random drawing.
- Five winners will receive a copy of Michelle Style (valued at $19.99).
- Open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 18 and older.
- Click here for complete Official Rules.
