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Emma Watson - The 'Harry Potter' Star
is One Fashionable Wizard

Filed under: Celebrities with Style

Fashionista-in-training. Emma Watson in 2001. Photo: Ferdaus Shamim

Ardent followers of the Harry Potter series needn't be reminded that the newest cinematic installment, "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince," opens tomorrow in theaters nationwide.

This marks the sixth film based on the books by J.K. Rowling and eight years since the world first met Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson -- the actors who have embodied the characters of Harry, Ron and Hermione.

With her multiple magazine covers and newly appointed role as the face of Burberry, Watson (seen right at age 11) has become a fashion force to be reckoned with.

Follow her stylistic journey to see how she got to where she is today.



Emma Watson Style Evolution

    Eleven-year-old Emma Watson was spellbinding when she hit the big screen in 2001 as Hermione Granger in the J.K. Rowling film adaptation of "Harry Potter and The Sorcerer's Stone."

    Ferdaus Shamim, WireImage

    Watson practices a fashion pose on in a mixed green ensemble at the New York premiere of "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" on November 11, 2001.

    DMIPhoto, FilmMagic

    With a wave of a wand, Watson grows up before our eyes. The young starlet wore this sleeveless white dress, strappy black heels, and a gold clutch to the London premiere of "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets" on November 3, 2002.

    John Li, Getty Images

    Brunette Beauty The actress gets a little bit bohemian in a brown paisley dress with matching leather jacket and boots at the "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets" premiere in Los Angeles on November 14, 2002.

    Steve Granitz, WireImage

    Watson's cute smile and rosy cheeks offset her cargo pants and long leather coat at the London premiere of "Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" on December 11, 2003.

    Dave Hogan, Getty Images

    Casual Cutie Watson's age-appropriate ensemble of a floral top, blue jeans, and flat boots is a winner at the "Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed" premiere in London on March 26, 2004.

    Dave Benett, Getty Images

    Belle of Hogwarts Looking positively ladylike in a floor-length burgundy dress with pinned up hair at the "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban" premiere in London on May 30, 2004.

    David Westing, Getty Images

    Watson opts for a bright red "Sgt. Pepper's"-inspired jacket while visiting MTV's Total Request Live with Daniel Radcliffe on May 21, 2004 in New York City. She kept her look laid back with flare leg jeans and Converse sneaks.

    Scott Gries, Getty Images

    Alongside co-stars Rupert Grint and Daniel Radcliffe, Watson shows off her toyboy charms in a slate blue dress with Converse sneakers at the "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" premiere in London circa October 2005.

    Dave Hogan, Getty Images

    Watson ditches the Chuck Taylors for adorable flats and a darling beige dress with black ribbon sash at the Tokyo premiere of "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire" on November 19, 2005.

    JIL Studio, FilmMagic

Emma Watson Set to Design Teen Clothing Line

Filed under: Style in the News

Emma Watson, minus the Harry Potter image. Photo: Lorenzo Santini, WireImage

Emma Watson's one busy girl! She quickly traded in her wand and cape for designer dresses and stilettos.

First, the "Harry Potter" star attended a private Rodarte dinner, looking extremely cutting edge.

Then, shortly after, the actress officially reached fashion icon status when she became the new face of Burberry.

Now, we hear, via Britain's "News of the World," that Watson is slated to design her own clothing line for teens.

No details, sketches or images have been released, but apparently the 19-year-old actress plans to donate proceeds from the sales of the line to UNICEF. Chic and charitable -- she's amazing!

And a source told the paper that "she's been getting advice from her fashion designer pals like Karl Lagerfeld."
(Not a bad way to break into the biz.)

We'll give you the deets as soon as we have 'em. Are you as curious as we are?

Emma Watson Sheds Her 'Harry Potter' Image for New Burberry Ads

Filed under: Style in the News

Emma fogs up the lens in England. Photo courtesy of Burberry

If the name "Emma Watson" brings to mind wizardry and potions, it's time to rethink the 19-year-old British actress.

From the looks of Burberry's Fall/Winter '09 ad campaign -- which places Watson at the center of fellow Brits/hot male actors, DJs and models: Douglas Booth, Charlie France, Tom Hughes, Tom Guinness and Nick Wilson -- it's pretty clear the spell Watson is casting is far from that of your average teen.

Watson is quite comfortably coming into her own, in both a theatrical and style sense. She was one of just a handful of guests at a private party celebrating Rodarte last week. And now, stars in the Burberry ad campaign. That's no small fashion feat!

Famed photographer Mario Testino shot the campaign, while Burberry's Christopher Bailey served as creative director. Bailey states: "Having known and admired the lovely Emma Watson for quite some time, she was the obvious choice for this campaign who, like the images she fronts, has a classic beauty a great character and a modern edge."

As for Burberry's direction, it appears to be all about the trench and the tote. Rough leathers and oversized bags rule next season's collection -- we can't wait to see more.

Mad for Plaid: Watson goes tough-chic for the new Burberry ad campaign. Photo courtesy of Burberry



Celebrity Fashion Ads

    Kate Moss stepped in front of the camera for Topshop, and is sexy and sultry as ever in an animal print halter dress and killer earrings.

    Topshop

    Kate strikes a shadowy pose for Topshop's summer ad campaign.

    Topshop

    Heavy on the jewelry and makeup, short on the hemlines -- perfect for a supermodel, and a striking look for the rest of us!

    Topshop

    Okay, it's probably not going to pass many dress codes worn like this, but we're already picturing this vest over our little black tank!

    Topshop

    Freida Pinto is glam and gorgeous as one of the newest faces of L'Oreal.

    L'Oreal

    Evangeline Lilly joins Frieda as a fresh-faced beauty for L'Oreal's newest campaign.

    L'Oreal

    Dita Von Teese is not only the model for this gorgeous vintage-inspired collection, she's also the designer.

    Wonderbra

    Another of Von Teese's flirty and feminine creations.

    Wonderbra

    Kate Moss sizzles in the new ad campaign for her TopShop spring/summer line.

    TopShop

    Scarlet Johansson is the golden girl for champagne manufacturer Moët & Chandon's new campaign.

    Moët & Chandon

Burberry Party - Skyline Gets Lit, Guests Don't

Filed under: Stores We Love, Celebrities with Style

Blake Lively, Orlando Bloom, Claire Danes and Molly Sims attend a party celebrating Burberry Day. Photo: Getty Images

Yesterday was the first official Burberry Day in New York City, and was celebrated appropriately -- with serious style. According to WWD, celebs like Claire Danes, Hugh Dancy, Orlando Bloom, Molly Sims, Rose McGowan, Blake Lively and Penn Badgley braved the inclement weather to attend a party toasting the brand's new New York HQ on Madison Avenue, as well as the addition of a lighted Burberry sign to the NYC skyline.

The party, held atop the New York Palace Hotel, included live music and a light show, as well as tunes spun by Alexa Chung. But, it was lacking in one very important aspect -- booze. WWD reports the party was dry by 9:30, leading some guests to duck out early.

Burberry - The Final Countdown

Filed under: Stores We Love, Style in the News



Get your calendars ready, tomorrow (Thursday, May 28 ) has been declared "Burberry Day" by New York City's Mayor Michael Bloomberg. (Yes, you still have to work and no, you don't have to wear plaid!) The New York skyline is about to be changed forever -- check out the time lapse video of the Burberry sign above to get your own countdown started!

In addition to opening its new Madison Avenue headquarters, the brand intends to use its new Burberry Foundation to contribute half a million dollars to local youth projects that help kids realize their potential through creative outlets.

Additionally, according to WWD, our favorite British purveyor of plaid will announce plans to double its NYC retail presence. If all of that isn't reason to break out the good champers, we don't know what is.

Of course, we're not the only ones who think a party is in order. Tomorrow evening, a 50-foot-long Burberry logo at the top of the brand's building will light up, while the 54th floor of the Palace Hotel will serve as the location of a super stylish soiree for 300 fashionable guests.

Celebrities from both the States and across the pond will be in attendance, including the Olsen twins, Blake Lively, Peaches Geldof, Sean Lennon, Helena Christensen, Nicky Hilton and more.

Continue reading Burberry - The Final Countdown

Jennifer Aniston in Burberry - I Want That!

Filed under: Get the Look

Jennifer AnistonLast but certainly not least of the "He's Just Not That Into You" red carpet take over, is Jennifer Aniston. To be frank, we've been so super inspired by Jennifer lately that we actually started doing a similar exercise program to hers (lots of running, yoga, and calisthenics). Man does it hurt but boy do we have our fingers crossed that we as hot as she when we're in our 40's!

Continue reading Jennifer Aniston in Burberry - I Want That!

Rosie Huntington-Whitely: High off of the Green Stuff Only Now

Filed under: Style in the News

The house of Burberry is to the UK what Tommy Hilfiger or Ralph Lauren it to the United States: iconic, respected, and wildly popular amongst those in the know.

Continue reading Rosie Huntington-Whitely: High off of the Green Stuff Only Now

Love David Yurman but cringe at the price? Get "inspired" instead!

Filed under: Accessories, Style in the News


Slightly less reprehensible than stealing from independent designers, designer knock-offs still exist in a moral gray area. While police are cracking down on counterfeit handbag makers and sellers in New York, websites like Finders Keepers openly sell costume jewelry "inspired" by luxury designers like David Yurman and John Hardy.

It seems to us that the line in the sand is whether or not the item is trying to pass as the real thing. That fake Burberry bag might pass muster at the Junior League lunch, but any lady worth her pearls will be able to spot these fake David Yurman pieces a mile away. Two miles away!


Continue reading Love David Yurman but cringe at the price? Get "inspired" instead!

Burberry drops Agyness Deyn

Filed under: Runway Trends


Wow. How quick the mighty have fallen.

It seems as if it were just yesterday that we began ragging on supermodel Agyness Deyn's coveted and contrived grunge style, gasping over her dethronement of Kate Moss on top Tatler's best dressed list, and giggling because of the party that's being thrown in honor of a life-sized mannequin that bares her resemblance.

Continue reading Burberry drops Agyness Deyn

Dress of the Day: Burberry Satin Stretch Shirtdress

Filed under: Clothing, Dresses, Must Haves


burberry satin shirt dressReally, just how many shirtdresses can we have? Is there a point at which we might have too many?

Never.

Especially when the next one we buy is a shiny bright fuschia short sleeve shirtdress from Burberry. The color is perfect for the bright color trends we're seeing for Spring. The satin dress has viscose and elastane so it stretches and hugs your curves. We love the detail on the seams, the top-button closure, and the belt at the natural waistline. The hemline falls to the knee.

Available from Bloomingdale's for $895.

Burberry's $26,000 bag is...kind of average

Filed under: Handbags, Accessories


For $26,000, I'd want a bag that could fly, do my taxes, or at least make my coffee in the morning. Sadly, the new "Warrior" bag from Burberry does none of those things. And yet, it's still worth significantly more than my car.

Sure, it's trendy-looking, has a nice shape, comes complete with armor plating and is cut from gold-painted alligator skin -- all of which should send up the price a little. But $26,000? Seriously?

And this isn't the only bag with a jaw-dropping price tag. In fact, compared to some, the Warrior is actually a bargain. That said, even if I had the money, I'm not sure I could justify spending that much money on an accessory I'd probably be bored with in less than a year. But maybe I'm missing something?

Would you pay $26,000 for a bag?



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Shoes of the Day: Burberry Knit-Cuff Rain Boot

Filed under: Accessories, Shoes

burberry knit cuff rain bootOh, whom are we kidding? It doesn't ever rain in Los Angeles. And that 11 hours of mist in the middle of February that halts the entire city because "OMG! It's raining!" isn't really rain.

Still, we'd love to have the Burberry Knit-cuff Rain Boot for those days when the sprinkler systems on the front lawn get a little out of control. The black rubber boot has a lug sole and flat heel, and features Burberry's signature beige, black and red print on the knit cuff that folds over the top. It's Burberry alright, but a little less subtle than the rain boots that are made entirely of rubber in the same beige check print (which we also love).

Available from Neiman Marcus for $210.

Dress of the Day: Burberry Metallic Shirtdress

Filed under: Clothing, Dresses, Must Haves

burberry metallic shirtdressWhy bother with a putting on a dress and then covering it up with a coat to keep warm when you could do it all in one shot?

It may not be quite as cozy as multiple layers, but Burberry's Metallic Shirtdress takes the classic styling of the trench coat and turns it into a stylish dress. Like a trench coat, the deep dark, metallic ruby red dress features a spread collar, double-breasted button front, yoked button-flaps on chest and back, and a belted waist. The A-line skirt has side gathered-flap pockets. The only thing is that the dress has short, cap sleeves, but isn't that just the perfect way to show off those arms you've been working on all month?

The dress is available from Neiman Marcus for $895.

Styles that Stick: The trench coat

Filed under: Clothing, Vintage and Retro

Ahh, the trench coat. One of the most beautifully classic pieces of outerwear. Just think of the rain-soaked kiss of Audrey Hepburn's Breakfast at Tiffany's, or the typical super-mistress of espionage, and you can get the full effect of this lovely coat. Although the trench is not necessarily a wardrobe staple, it has managed to stand the test of time, so having one on-hand in the closet is never going to be a bad thing.

When shopping for a trench coat, it is impossible to go wrong with Burberry, since the company was the first to come up with the coat, originally intending it as a raincoat for army officers. However, when I say it's "impossible to go wrong with Burberry", I'm assuming that everyone has at least $1500 to spend per coat. For those that don't have that sort of pocket change, the trench is popular enough to be available in stores everywhere... Well, it will be available everywhere once the sweltering hot Summer is over. As with any coat, the fit of a trench coat is very important. The structured lines can be very flattering, as long as the size is perfect against the body. One size too big, and the coat can look like a lumpy coat, emphasizing all the wrong parts.

And for those of you who are daring enough to stray from the traditional beige and black, many designers have come up with brighter colors to liven up the rainiest of days. Burberry even has a stunning tweed trench with their famous check pattern, but, again, don't bother unless you have at least $1500 to spare.

Dress of the Day: Burberry Belted Shirtdress

Filed under: Clothing, Dresses, Must Haves

burberry belted shirt dressYou all know I love myself a shirtdress, and to have the classic stylings of Burberry? I would fall over for that.

Burberry's Belted Shirtdress takes only color inspiration from their signature trench, then adds a military twist to create this almost-all cotton dress with a spread collar, button-flap pockets at the chest, work-friendly three-quarter length sleeves, and a black tie at the waist. You could go comfortable with a pair of simple black heels, or take the dress to dinner by rocking knee-high stiletto-heeled boots.

The dress is $695 at Neiman Marcus.

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