Iconic Celebrities Rendered In Typeface

Besides small facial drawings, the entire figure of these celebrities is created using actual fonts. The creative images of Charlie Chaplin, James Dean, Marilyn Monroe and Marlon Brando appeared in the Folha de S. Paulo newspaper in Brazil. 

Beyonce Covers ‘Dazed & Confused’

Sharif Hamza/Dazed & Confused

A blonde Beyonce is wearing Givenchy (with ice-cream dripping on it) from the label’s Fall 2011 collection, on the cover of the latest issue of Dazed & Confused magazine.
The singer’s ultra-glam shoot for the magazine features Beyonce wearing an array clothing from designers such as Tom Ford, Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton and Gareth Pugh.


Photographed by Sharif Hamza, the music-themed issue’s trailer park gone glam shoot features Beyonce the singer firing up the grill, blowing a bubble, downing a Big Gulp, and lounging in a plastic lawn chair. This would have actually made for a great music video setting.

Beyonce’s new album 4 drops on June 28. The July issue of Dazed & Confused is out now.

Summer Pledge

Ok, Lovies, it’s summer time, the time of year you can’t hide certain things.  Personally, one should maintain optimal care of self no matter the season, but hey, I’m realistic and can acknowledge those that don’t do the same.  That being said, I’ve compiled a list of Summer Must-Do’s to keep you from being janky and a menace to society.

Pledge Allegiance to:

1. -keeping your armpits shaved
2. -keeping your legs shaved
3. -if I may...before donning a bathing suit...shave *there*
4. -removing nail polish once it chips chipped nails will make you look un-groomed and you just aren’t that busy. Take it off and leave it off if you can’t maintain keeping your nails polished.
5. -knowing what trends suit you, every fashion is not for everyone, get it together
6. -knowing your true size.  I’m really tired of this trend of shorts that don’t fit right. Yeast infections are REAL, ladies
7. -knowing your sandal size.  I typically go up 1/2 a size when buying sandals. You don’t want your toes curling over the edge nor your heel hanging off the back
8. -deodorant, for some of you, added deodorant may be necessary and don’t mask it with perfume or body spray because it then becomes fancy funk, stop it
9. -cracked heels.  I use Bag Balm (green, square tin), can be found at CVS, Walgreens, etc.

Did I miss anything?  If so, let me know. If you don’t follow me on Twitter, I will try to add those comments to share.

xo,

Chopard Happy Sport La Vie En Rose Watches

Chopard Happy Sport La Vie En Rose Watches www.Luxist.com

I'm a fan of a pretty watch and Chopard expands on its Happy Diamond Sport collection with a summer offering called the Happy Sport La Vie En Rose. The famous Edith Piaf song lends itself to these timepieces that have silhouette style roses on the dials - with or without diamonds. Perhaps this is also an unofficial watch from Chopard to its fans in France.

The 36mm wide watches are in steel or 18k rose gold (or steel with an 18k rose gold bezel). The loveliest models have rose colored sapphires set in the bezel - as well as diamonds mixed into the decor on the dial. Like all Happy Diamond watches, a few floating diamonds are sandwiched between two sapphire crystals and move around freely over the dial. The collection has a few dial styles and straps to choose from, presumably all in tones that will match rose colors. The entire Happy Sport La Vie En Rose collection will be limited to about 525 pieces total. Inside the watches are Swiss quartz movements. Look for them soon.

Ariel Adams publishes the luxury watch reviews site aBlogtoRead.com.

Zsa Zsa Gabor is unresponsive, hospitalized, husband says

Los Angeles (CNN) -- Zsa Zsa Gabor suffered another health setback Wednesday morning, the latest in a series of medical struggles for the 94-year-old actress, her husband said.
"She got into a little coma," Prince Frederic von Anhalt said.

Gabor was taken to Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center Tuesday afternoon because the feeding tube inserted into her stomach was "bleeding ... like a fountain," her spokesman said.
She had been released from the same hospital a day earlier after being treated for pneumonia.
Doctors were working hard on her Wednesday afternoon, von Anhalt said.

 

1991: Zsa Zsa on her legendary love life

 

"She doesn't respond," Prince Frederic von Anhalt said.
He said she is suffering from a stomach infection.

Gabor, 94, has been in and out of the hospital many times in the past year. She underwent hip replacement surgery last summer and a leg amputation several months later. She has been unable to walk since a 2002 car accident.

The Hungarian-born actress, the second of the three celebrated Gabor sisters, is famous for her many marriages and strong personality.

Her more prominent films include John Huston's Toulouse-Lautrec biopic "Moulin Rouge" in 1952, "The Story of Three Loves" in 1953, "The Girl in the Kremlin" in 1957 and Orson Welles' 1958 cult classic, "Touch of Evil."

Fine Living Top 10: Luxury Yacht Rentals

Tia Moana yacht - Credit: TahitiYachts.com

While taking to the high seas aboard a sumptuous cruise liner has its perks, crowded sundecks, a rigid, preplanned itinerary and a clientele that’s knocking on heaven’s gate can be off-putting for the discerning traveler. To sail the Seven Seas in true superstar style, those who demand privacy, world-class amenities and first-class service can always opt for a luxury yacht rental.

With every conceivable creature comfort at your disposal and the undivided attention of an on-board crew, the only time you’ll want to disembark your luxury yacht rental is when the eye-watering cost of charter maxes out your Black Amex. Until then, however, consider one of these choices as your next luxury yacht rental.

Number 10

 

Four Wishes

Best for: The Family Guy
Price: $143,000 a week
Specs: 43.9 meters

Able to sleep eight in five sumptuous cabins (each with king-size beds, cable TV and DVD players) the Four Wishes is the perfect luxury yacht rental for a fun-filled family vacation. Looking like the type of sleek yacht favored by the First Family, the Four Wishes features a lounge, a gym, a game room, and an expansive sundeck with a wet bar and a Jacuzzi. There are also mountain bikes and golf sets available, just in case all that sea air has made you energetic.

Complete with a crew of nine, you’ll be pampered on this luxury yacht rental like the prince you are as you set sail around the picturesque Maine coastline. Like all luxury yacht rentals, you’ll be able to customize your itinerary according to your interests, but possible dockings include culture-packed Penobscot Bay, brimming with quaint art galleries and antique shops, and Bar Harbour, where you’ll be able to explore Acadia National Park. If you’re not fussed about stopping off anywhere, don’t; there’s plenty of joy to be had onboard, and you’ll spot seals on a number of the area’s islands as you sail by.

Number 9

 

Mangusta 80

Best for: The Fame-Seeker
Price: $58,100 a week
Specs: 25 meters

If you want to branch out of the United States and explore the distant shores of Europe, the Mangusta 80 is the luxury yacht rental for you. Known as “the Ferrari of yachts,” this fabulous floater travels at 50 miles an hour (compared to the average 15 miles an hour) along the stunning French Riviera. Able to sleep six well-heeled guests in three luxury cabins, this is the only way to check out the Cannes Film Festival and show P. Diddy that two can play that game.

Each room boasts plasma TVs and surround-sound systems, as does the sumptuous salon, which adjoins a deck with a well-stocked bar and dining area. Possible stops include St. Tropez and, of course, Cannes, where you’ll be able to mingle with A-listers and Hollywood heavyweights. Whether you’re water-skiing behind it or crisping in the sun aboard it, this is the yacht for true power players. Don’t forget to pack your D&G shades.

Number 8

 

Apogee

Best for: The Playboy
Price: $450,000 a week
Specs: 62.5 meters

For all the rich, single guys out there, the Apogee is a wet dream. Like a floating five-star resort, the 205-foot yacht features seven cabins and five spacious levels all decked out with a classic mahogany interior. A sweeping Titanic-inspired staircase and a handy elevator link all decks where guests can pitter-patter up to the bridge-deck sky-lounge, a destination in itself. With a 22-foot long, backlit, onyx-topped bar, a Wurlitzer jukebox, a karaoke system, and a spacious alfresco terrace, the playboys aboard this luxury yacht rental will be able to wine and dine their lady lovelies until the sun comes up. There’s even a 12-person Jacuzzi on the deck, which will encourage most girls to strip off and engage in an at-sea orgy. Sailing on the turquoise waters of the Bahamas, a crew of 17 will ensure that what happens on board stays on board.

Number 7

 

RM Elegant

Best for: The Party Animal
Price: $612,000 a week
Specs: 72.2 meters

The type of yacht undoubtedly favored by hard-partying stars like Colin Farrell and George Clooney, RM Elegant has enough swinging space to accommodate 30 boisterous guests. There are 15 bedrooms, each with king-size beds and cable TV, as well as roomy dining areas, a beauty salon, massage rooms, and an alfresco hot tub. RM Elegant also comes with its own 30-strong staff, including a culinary team and a pianist, who’ll ensure you and your closest pals won’t have to lift a finger during your weeklong cruise. Sailing along Croatia or the Greek Islands, it’s the perfect place to host a flashy bachelor party. There’s even a chandelier to swing from in the lounge.

Number 6

 

Big D

Best for: The Fan
Price: $133,000 a week
Specs: 45.3 meters

Previously owned by a famous Hollywood power player, the B Dig is the equivalent of a floating L.A. hotel: Think of the European elegance of the Chateau Marmont without the ruckus caused by visiting stars. Each of its seven beautifully furnished staterooms is named after one of the previous owner’s hit TV shows, though you’ll have to hop aboard if you want to find out who it is. The incredible architecture is courtesy of renowned yacht designer Jack Hargrave, while the interiors, which are light and understated, are designed by Pierre Tanto of Studio Larvor in Cannes.

In addition to the Jacuzzi, there are a number of boys’ toys on board, including three wave runners and enough diving equipment to plunge you 20,000 leagues under the sea. Pretend you’re cruising with the previous owner, tell him how much you loved his shows and skim the deep blue waters of the Mediterranean in Big D-style.

Number 5

 

Tia Moana

Best for: The Honeymooners 
Price: $300,000 a week
Specs: 70.1 meters

Spread across five stunning decks, the Tia Moana is the kind of luxury yacht rental that’d snag you the girl -- any girl. In fact, it’s the type of yacht that would probably make her get down on one knee and propose to you. Offering 30 double cabins, a number of private lounges, two outdoor Jacuzzis, a well-stocked library, a fitness suite, and an “a la carte” spa service, it’s the creme de la creme for seasoned water babies and their other halves.

It’s not just the awe-inspiring specs that make the Tia Moana so special either, it’s the small touches: dinner served on bone china, linen on tables and fine thread-count sheets on beds, original artworks hanging on walls, and locally produced toiletries stocking the bathrooms.

Because the yacht is relatively small in size at 230 feet (we did say relatively), the Tia Moana is able to moor close to the best beaches and islands in shimmering shallow-water lagoons. Setting sail from Bora Bora, this is the only way to cruise the warm waters of the South Pacific and to consummate your nuptials.

Number 4

 

Starship

Best for: The Tech Geek
Price: $150,000 a week
Specs: 44 meters

Combining advanced technology and unadulterated luxury, the appropriately named Starship boldly takes geeks where they’ve never gone before. Well, at least not on ships of this caliber! Cruising through the Leeward Island like an otherworldly alien craft, the Starship comprises five cabins with all the 21st-century creature comforts any guest could want, such as king-size beds, walk-in closets, multi-head steam showers, and 30-inch flat-screen TVs. And if that weren’t enough, there’s a lounge packed with an entertainment system, a barbecue area and, of course, the obligatory Jacuzzi and wet bar.

While the Starship sails past islands such as Saint Kitts and Antigua, you may be tempted to stay on board and play with all the gadgets and gizmos instead.

Number 3

 

Mirabella V

Best for: The Traditionalist
Price: $300,000 a week
Specs: 75.2 meters

Combining the authenticity of a sailboat with the practicality of a large motorboat, the Mirabella V will enable you to live out all your Captain Jack Sparrow fantasies on board the world’s biggest sloop. Complete with a single looming mast, billowing sails and a 12-member crew, this old-world vessel contains a total of six suites, each with Caesars Palace-esque marble bathrooms, cable TV with surround sound, complete audio systems, and large picture-frame windows. When you can tear yourself away from your cabin, you can enjoy a dip in the pool or Jacuzzi, a workout in the gym or a relaxing session in the sauna. The more energetic can opt for snorkeling, scuba diving, waterskiing, and kayaking off the yacht.

When the sun goes down and your finery comes on, enjoy a formal dinner in the teak-laden dining room, with bar, piano and polished dining table. After dinner, finish off the day with a film under the stars shown on a projection screen on the deck. The ideal way to cruise the Caribbean, the Mirabella V is authentic enough to bring out the swashbuckling pirate in pretty much anyone.

Number 2

 

Utopia

Best for: The Lottery Winner
Price: $603,000 a week
Specs: 71.6 meters

Those on a serious mission to blow their, er, wad, should charter the Utopia. Sailing on the glittering Aegean around the Greek Islands, big-spending guests will enjoy setting down on the heliport, sun-worshiping on the ridiculously large deck, downing cocktails by the bar, reclining on the buttery leather seats in the lounge or working up a sweat in the gym. Although all of its six bedrooms are stylish and slick, the pick of the litter has to be the master bedroom; with its own Jacuzzi and outdoor deck, you’ll be able to enjoy some much-needed “you” time with champagne in hand.

As you’d expect for the six-figure price, the Utopia comes with a 16-strong crew, including a chef who’ll be able to whip up a Michelin-worthy meal at the drop of a hat. If you don’t fancy exploring when you drop anchor in places like Mykonos and Rhodes, you could always make use of the Jet Skis, wave runners and small sailboats that are kept on board. Whatever you do, the Utopia will take you to heaven -- it’s up to you if you want to come back.

Number 1

 

Sea Dream

Best for: The Showstopper
Price: $700,000 a week
Specs: 104 meters

For close to $1 million you’d expect something pretty spectacular for your money. And the 344-foot Sea Dream doesn’t disappoint, complete with its ridiculously oversized suites, piano bar, casino, library, on-board boutique, and so much more. The Asian Spa and Wellness Centre is like a self-contained hub too, with a beauty salon, three stream showers, two treatment rooms, and a sauna. Other perks, such as laptops and fully loaded iPods available on request, also help to make the Sea Dream worthy of its price tag. Unless you’re, say, the President of the Sultan of Brunei, you’ll find the decadence here quite overwhelming.

bon voyage!

They say it’s not the destination but the journey that matters, and that’s certainly true of this little lot. While those who opt for cruise liners will be forced to sit with others at breakfast and to do a cringe-worthy conga during the evenings, you’ll have nobody to answer to but yourself on your luxury yacht rental. By chartering your own yacht you’ll be able to do what you want when you want -- whether that’s mooring off a harbor or exploring the places you’ve personally picked out.

Luxurious and tailored to your preferences, it’s really no wonder Roman Abravomich has a fleet of his very own. Bon voyage!  




Resources:
www.forbes.com
www.oceanvoyages.com
www.boatbookings.com    
www.ed-hamilton.com
www.charterworld.com
http://cninternational.com

Socialites & The Kentucky Derby

Dress to Impress

One of the truly unique characteristics of the Kentucky Derby, and its sister event, the Kentucky Oaks, is that they are sports parties that showcase the finest in spring fashions. Both female and male attendees pull out all of the stops when selecting their Kentucky Derby and Oaks apparel.

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  Louisville's own "Southern Belles" strut their stuff on the Kentucky Derby Red Carpet. Photo: Churchill Downs

There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to Derby dressing in part because what you wear has much to do with where you plan to spend the day. In the reserved seating areas (grandstand, clubhouse, suites and corporate hospitality areas), ladies typically wear pastel-colored suits, frilly dresses or bold separates that coordinate with their Derby headwear and accessories. While high heels are certainly part of the total Derby ensemble, experienced Derby divas also pack a pair of fashionable yet comfortable flats or flip flops to wear home. Who says the high price of fashion has to include blisters?

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Not to be out done by their dates, gentlemen leave their pinstripes at home and instead opt for seersucker suits, light-colored sport coats and the occasional madras plaid jacket. Guys, when in doubt, a navy sports coat with pressed khakis or dress slacks, a light-colored shirt and flashy tie (long or bow) is perfectly acceptable!

Women's Attire

The Kentucky Derby is a chance for every female to express her inner Southern Belle so take note and don't hold back when planning your party hat (especially if you are the hostess!).

Hats

Wearing a hat to the Kentucky Derby is believed to bear good luck!  The long-established fashion was started by the women, however, over the last few years, many men have taken part in the tradition as well.  Wearing a hat is much like getting into costume, you might be pleasantly surprised to see what type of character you become. From the fantastic to the sublime, there are no rules or limits.  In the clubhouse and paddock, women of grace and taste sport classy, fashionable styles. In the infield, the headwear has tendancy to take on a zanier character.

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Within the seated sections of Churchill Downs, you will find hats of elegance and style. Generally speaking, women wear wide-brimmed, “Southern Belle” inspired Kentucky Derby hats. The hats can be decorated with flowers, feathers, bows and ribbons of any color to express creativity and individuality. Men's Derby hats are generally solid in color and inspired by the style from the 1920s.

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You can exhale - there are two answers here!
Some will say that you absolutely get the outfit first. Then you design your hat to go with the outfit. (The arguement here is that it’s easier to custom design a hat than to “make” an outfit to go with a hat!)
Then there are those who say that you must definitely purchase, create or design your hat before picking out the outfit.
Most often in this case, matching the dress (or outfit) to your hat involves personal preference, however keep a few things in mind in getting dressed:
* If your hat is having a pattern party, keep the dress design simple.
* If the hat is simple and elegant, keep the outfit simple also for a classy look.
* If you want a funky outfit, keep it consistent and accent the hat most of all!
* If you have long hair, showcase a ponytail slightly to side or keep it down to one side to highlight the color on your face.
You will find lots of debate on this subject– so finally the NO answer is THE answer!

Party Idea - Best Dressed Hat Contest

Have a hat contest to celebrate your guests efforts with the following categories:
* Biggest Hat
* Best Derby Inspired
* Best Men's Hat

Men's Attire

Southern Style

The Derby is one of the few times that gentlemen can dress up and stand out more than the ladies.  Classic styles of seersucker or khaki suits are nothing to miss but this year men have the chance to really turn some heads.
Starting with the pants because it is the eye-catcher from a distance, all gents should turn to sun drenched pants in vibrant colors like Key Lime, Ocean, Bermuda Pink, and Citron.  Any one of these colors paired with the right shirt and blazer will make you stand out like no one else.

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Now that you have the pants you know that you’re going to have some fun with the shirts. A great dress shirt in a complimentary color will go a long way. Don’t be afraid to grab a fun gingham or striped shirt to turn it up. This is the one day of the year that more is better.  One option that is a must for some is the monogram on the shirt!

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For neckwear this year there is only one option. Vineyard Vines is the official tie maker of the Kentucky Derby and they will make every man look dapper and distinguished.
Lastly, covering those feet with a nice pair of “sleds” is the right idea. There are many types of horse bit loafers out there and everyone has their idea of who makes the best ones. The most important thing you need to know is that they should be wore sockless.
Now you are ready to throw back some bourbon and tie on a bowtie. The most important think about your Derby outfit is the secret for all successful men.

The Secret: men just need to be confident. No matter what you wear, it’s how you wear it gentlemen.
If you can do that you will be the most dapper gentleman at the Derby.

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The Kentucky Derby infield comes with its own agenda and dress code. Unbridled fun and frivolity is the focus of infield fans and with that attitude comes the need to be practical in all apparel choices. Infielders typically sport jeans or shorts, T-shirts, tanks or polo shirts, sneakers or comfortable sandals and other varieties of durable (and washable) attire. Some fans show up centerfield in more elaborate costumes, including fantastic get ups meant to draw attention. Whether you want to be noticed – or just blend into the crowd -- the key is comfort. Be sure to pack a rain jacket along with your cooler, chair, blanket or tarp. If it rains you’ll be glad you did (no umbrellas allowed!) And don’t forget the one thing ALL infielders should wear to the Derby regardless of the weather – a good layer of sunscreen!

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-xoxo Lola

 

 

 

Derby Fashion History

The spectacular female fashion often seen at the Kentucky Derby is not solely a product of modern times; rather, opulent feminized dress has played a large role in the history of the Kentucky Derby. What Colonel M. Lewis Clark Jr., (the founding father of the Kentucky Derby), envisioned was a racing environment that would feel comfortable and luxurious, an event that would remind people of European horse racing. For a well-to-do late 19th and early 20th century woman, a day at Churchill Downs, especially on Derby Day was an opportunity to be seen in the latest of fashions. A journalist from a 1901 Louisville Courier-Journal stated, “The seats in the grandstand were filled with gaily dressed women and men. The mass of green, pink, red, yellow, blue, all the colors of the rainbow, blending into one harmonious whole was as beautiful a sight as His Eminence in the lead.”

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What would these women have worn? Perhaps surprising to some, local Louisville women would have had the opportunity to purchase dresses and accessories from a talented group of seamstresses. The dresses in the late 19th through the early 20th century would have emphasized a slimmer bustled silhouette than those of years past. The length of these dresses would have assuredly been long, covering the ankles. Due to the fact that the Kentucky Derby is in the spring, silks would have been a good, warm weather choice. Gloves, hat, and perhaps a parasol were also appropriate choices as well.

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The 1950s ushered in a renewed prosperity to postwar America and clothing styles reflected that. At the Kentucky Derby, one would have most likely viewed well-dressed women in chic suits, with skirts that were either fitted to the body or billowed outward with the assistance of a petticoat. Again, gloves and hats were still quite popular and still a part of a well-dressed woman’s wardrobe. The rules that guided so much of 20th century culture seemed to be thrown out the window in the mid-to late 1960s. Though the Derby was still viewed as a most respectable event and women continued to dress as such, a change had occurred. Now that Millionaires Row had opened, society women wore increasingly louder hats and took pride and enjoyment in selecting one. This trend of bigger, more spectacular hats might have developed due to the fact that while society was loosening its grip on the hat and glove formality, the Kentucky Derby offered women a place to continue the old traditions. Patterns and prints were also brighter, and hemlines defiantly were raised, yielding a much different look than years before.

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In the 1970s and 1980s was a return to the longer skirt, while the same casual attitude of the 1960s was still in place. From the 1990s to today, the dress at the Derby is slowing replacing the suit, especially with younger women. While gloves are out of fashion, a hat never is, and they tend to get wilder and more expensive every year. The style of the infield today is defiantly relaxed, with women wearing cool sundresses, cotton skirts, or more frequently shorts. Still, the Kentucky Derby has earned its reputation as a fashion playground and here at the Kentucky Derby Museum we would like to capture its dynamic spirit.

Credit:
Katherine Veitschegger
Curator of Collections
Kentucky Derby Museum