Monday, October 31, 2011

Celebs in Halloween Costumes!

Hilarious have a look at Tyra & Joan below! 




Sunday, October 30, 2011

Versace for H&M Models are a Copy of Donatella Versace! Sneak Peek of the TV commercial!

Check out "Versace for H&M" Backstage!




Dubai Count down Started!  The collection will be in-stores on the 17th of November! 

Christian Louboutin "LES 20 ANS" Behind the Scenes


Finally the release of the films " Les 20 Ans", which celebrates the arrival of the Christian Louboutin 20th Anniversary book. The movie will showcase photos from the book that were created by Christian and some of his closest friends, such as Dita Von Teese, Mika, Kristin Thomas...and more Check out the behind the scenes down below. 

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Dita Von Teese

Farida Khelfa 


Mika getting made over as a clown!







Gareth Thomas

Kristin Scott Thomas













Rossy de Palma






Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Make Up For Ever...Maya Diab with Dracula, Avatar, Chaplin, all the gang!..

Backstage studio ambiance, now that's a truly an unforgettable experience! you can feel like a true star everyday at the Mall...  Lovin the Make Up For Ever exclusive new concept boutique in Dubai Mall ( opened last week). Located on the 1st floor. The  Fall Look Collection was launched, amazing Smokey New Colors, had the purple collection on last night, wow! With more than 1,400 products, Make Up For Ever is well-known for its wide range of colors and the unique formulation of its products and textures. It is the brand which celebrities from all around the world including Hollywood use and love. 
Now the Super news: Ladies  you can learn to be professional at home as the new concept boutique offers an in-store makeup studio which provides us with personalized makeup lessons where we can learn how to apply our own makeup and receive styling guidance from certified teachers. Visit the boutique and leave like a true professional make up artist! I Did ;) 


Fashion Icon celebrity Maya Diab flew to Dubai NOT ONLY to take part in the event as she is the face of Make Up For Ever’s Fall/Winter 2011 Smoky Couleur Collection, but also to meet the Avatars, Dracula, Chaplin, Queen of Hearts, The Swan, Cleo and all the gang at Make Up For Ever Abu Dhabi Film Festival Red Carpet.... ( Take a close look it's body painting! by Make Up For Ever, of course who else!)

GLAMOROUS PEOPLE....Dont Forget to visit


Ready, Steady, GO. The Chalhoub Sale in On again!

Get ready fashionistas, the action is about to begin!
Dubai: Save the Date for Chalhoub's Sale, October 28 (2:00pm to 8:00pm) and October 29 (10:00am to 7:00pm) at the Dubai World Trade Center. Do not miss it out!




Although the items in the sale are not from the latest collections, but being a smart shopper you can choose some classics and timeless pieces,ranging  from Tods, Ralph Lauren, 
Carolina Herrera, Dior, Valentino,Tumi, Sephora, L'occitane ...perfume and make up brands and many more ...almost all on 80% OFF +
If you are intending to go on the first day ( I recommend that) you have to be there earlier  before people start lining up as early and they do not let everyone in at once, do not make any plans on that day coz you will be spending 4 to 5 hours inside, people also line up on the cashier and on the sections entrance especially for Fashion.The biggest cashier line is on Ralph Lauren and cosmetic sections, so you might wana do that first!
Last year Fendi did not participate in the sale, you'll be super lucky this year if they do.
Chanel NO! never participates, they usually have their own private sale and it's by invitation only, mostly for staff.

Tips:
  •  Go on the first day
  •  Be there early
  •  Wear comfortable shoes
  •  No children plsss.
  •  Don't carry big bags ( not allowed to carry inside the stands)
  •  There is a storage area, so don't worry about carrying the big shopping bags
  •  If you get there early on the first day, be careful while entering, as they open the doors & a big tsunami wave of shoppers will form:)
  •  If you find something that you like, even if you are not sure about it, just keep it with you until you get to the cashier or you might loose it to another shopper in a split of a sec
  •  If you are going with a friend, make sure you stick together otherwise you won't see each other again in the sale!
  •  Cosmetics are the best buys ever!
  •  Shoes and belts, especially Tods shoes are worth it
  •  Head straight to your favorite brands first when you enter
  •  Gifts: make a (people) list before you go, and if you don't have one stock few items and you never know when an occasion pops out!
  •  Do not over spend, in such events people tend to buy more and regret it later
Enjoy :)

Monday, October 24, 2011

Miss Piggy Goes High Fashion! Check Out Her Glam Shoot!

She's back; as if Miss Piggy wasn't fabulous enough! She lands a full magazine spread and she looks amazing! We all knew she was totally obsessed with her bf Kermit the Frog, but apparently Miss Piggy has an insatiable taste for fashion as well! 


The fierce little piggy shot with InStyle photographers to prepare forThe Muppets movie preimere, and she looks amazing! She's draped in the creme de la creme of designer apparel by the likes of Jason Wu, Prabal Gurung, Suno and so many others! 
Hold your Horses Make Up Brands! Miss Piggy Already made her way BIG  in the Beauty industry & Collaborated with Mac for a Miss Piggy Exclusive Make Up collection!


 I've always thought of her as The GlamGlam & fashionable! I soooo Miss her; Glad she's back!

Saturday, October 22, 2011

The Alexander MQueen One Stunning Favorite Stars Top - Who Wore it Best?

Last week I had a chat with Celeb Star Maya Diab in Abu Dhabi while she was attending the Film Festival & representing Make Up For Ever as their new face (will be talking about that in detail soon), she was wearing a gorgeous top that kept me speechless, only few words came out! Who's the designer, and she proudly answered "Alexander MQueen" and it was one of her faves! Appearently not only Maya favorited this superb Top.
Newly svelte singer Jennifer Hudson also wore this McQueen top when she performed at the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards , It’s been so inspiring to witness Jennifer’s transformation and subsequent style makeover.
Above Chantal with Maya

Salma Hayek stepped out in this beautifully constructed Alexander McQueen Resort 2011 also  to attend the WWD CEO Summit and Keynote Dinner. The petite actress looked incredibly chic, pairing her McQueen top with long black pants, standout gold jewelry and a slicked back ponytail. Admittedly, the pants are a little too long on her small frame but that’s just one tiny error I’m willing to look past because overall she looks stunning.
Kim Kardashian wore the same top to support sister Khloe and her husband Lamar Odom’s new fragrance ‘Unbreakable’. This one was extremely tough since all 4 women look great;
My vote goes first to Maya & Kim, Maya for adding sophistication to this outfit & the fab printed pants  also I love the jewelry that she paired with it  & the fitted pants for Kim and hair back into a tight ponytail poiting all the attention to the eccentric embroidery making the huge shoulders stand out even more.
Vote for who wore it best! ok you can pick 2!

More on MQueen : Check out my review after  I visited the exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum- NY.
http://glamsbychantal.blogspot.com/2011/05/hommage-to-alexander-mcqueen.html

Friday, October 21, 2011

Boutique 1// Harper’s Bazaar Arabia’s World of Fashion

Elie Saab, Oscar de la Renta, Carolina Herrera, DVF, Marchesa... Gorgeous Gowns all  the Catwalk of  Boutique1//Harper's Bazaar show, Socialites, Bloggers and Media, we were all enjoying as always the exceptional ambiance of Boutique1 reception, and the 4 lucky winners of the raffle draw were ecstatic when announced! Of course!!!

While waiting for the show to begin I came across STUnninG accessories & Unique pieces (Dresses & Jackets) by Mary Katrantzou... (Love Love her designs) Have a look at  Louise Nichol ( harper's Bazaar Arabia Editor in Chief) in one of my Fave Katrantzousss!





Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Gallerie Lafayette Terminal //Fashion Express


Fashion departures to Preppy New York, Hispter London, Bohemian Paris, Electical Shanghai and GlamGlam Dubai. The FW11 Lafayette Fashion Show, when I knew about it, I so liked the concept of the fashion capitals inspiration on the runway, but what I liked most is the contribution of some of Dubai's Socialites along with bloggers in styling the looks, after all Dubai people are on the right track of Mastering Fashion! the collaboration of some gave the show a down to earth tone & and for others it was certainly a way to put their talent out there on the catwalk, and it worked very well; flamboyant and bold styles with indisputable attention to details a Perfect mix! 
Photos by Dmitry Dolzhanskiy



Meet the stylists: NY : Christina Linaza/Derek Khan// London: Wadih El Najjar/Huda Kattan//
Paris: Dina Al Faris/Teresa karpinska//Shanghai: Ushi Sato/Al Anoud Badr//Dubai: Fanny Massoutre/Dina Daoud
Photos by Dmitry Dolzhanskiy

































Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Kim Kardashian in Lady Fozaza Blazer

It takes a tremendous talent & an extraordinary label to impress one of the best dressed celebrities in the world; Glamorous Kim Kardashian was seen in NY City of  Fashion showing off her Lady Fozaza's blazer, and it looks fab on her! Expecting to see more and more fashionistas glaming up with Lady Fozaza blazers! Congrats to the lovely Anoud Badr! It's indeed the New Interpretation of Glamour as said in my previous article... Lady Fozaza can't wait to glamglam with your new collection & soon pls!


Sunday, October 16, 2011

Kim Kardashian Arabia - UAE (Dubai- Abu Dhabi)


كيم كارداشيان بالعربي!
عباية وشيشة وكلمات بالعربي!  واصبحت كيم كارداشيان نجمة الامارات الاولى.  كيم تشبهنا في المظهر فقط، هذا واقع مع شعرها الاسود  و ذوقها في التجميل و الكحل العربي نكاد ان نعتبرها عربية  في الشكل طبعاً لسيس في المضمون!، كيم بُهرت بالجميلالت العربيات والشبه ما بين اناقتها واناقتنا! وقالت ان  النساء في الامارات جميلات جداً جداً واستقبالها في الامارات كان حار، شكراً للجميع! اما كريس والدة و مديرة اعمال كيم انشغلت  بفرص الاعمال التي يمكن تحقيقها في دبي ومنها فندق و محل الملابس الخاص بهم "داش"  قريباً في دبي  مول. 
آلاف المعجبين اتوا ليروآ كيم  في سيفورا و مليونز اوف ملكشايكس في دبي مول…ولكن ولسوء الحظ كان التصوير معها صعب ومستحيل! 
كيم قالت انه تحب دبي وباتت مهووسة بها… يا هلا  بيكي كيم ونتمنى ان تعودي قريباً
صور وفيديو من زيارة كيم، شيشة وعباية ومرحبا... 


Abaya, Shisha & Few Arabic words “Marhabbbba” & The UAE went Bizarre about Kim Kardashian! Not like any other celebrity, Kim looks just like us! her Style is very close to ours, some say that Kim in a abaya looked like one of us! Her black hair, features & fashion style are very close to ours, to Arabian Beauty! & I think that she was amazed by it, and noticed 100s of Kims around town!  Now that she is flying out of the country I wonder what will keep the media and fans busy 24h what’s next! and will it be as excting as the Kardashian UAE fiesta, well good luck ! Kim Kardashian arrived in Dubai  last Wednesday with Momager Kris Jenner, Kim's been tweeting more than usual on her trip to the United Arab Emirates, which really seems to have made an impression “Seriously the woman in Dubai are sooo gorgeous!!! I'm sure @RobKardashian is so jealous he didn't come w me! WOW these woman are beautiful!" 
She's launched the first Millions of Milkshakes store outside the US, also her fragrance at a Sephora in the Dubai Mall. As for Kri$ Jenner, she did not waist her time touring around Dubai, Now the Kardashians are considering opening a branded hotel in Dubai In addition to Dash boutique at the Dubai Mall. The security measures taken at the Dubai Mall were extremely high, people almost did not see Kim, except for the ones who were allowed to take pictures with her only at Millions of Milkshakes.
at Sephora it was even tougher although the organization of the event was much better, Kim did not take any picture with the fans waiting for her since morning ( event was at 5pm) even the autograph wasn’t personalized, it was like handing out flyers at the mall! Kim was busy signing the cards and barely looked up, or at the fans that were picking up the “Signed “ paper! I would have signed these in advance and spared some time to chitchat with people at the event! Fans were not allowed to stand in front of the table were she was sitting not even for a second to take a picture with Kim in the background at least! I mean I understand the security thing, and am sure that Kim would have loved to take few photos and exchange few words with her fans,  but I guess fans were disappointed, expecting more!
Kim said She is Obsessed & Loves Dubai! I say “ Ya Hala” & come back very soon!

Check out the Video, Kim Talking in Arabic & Her Best Birthday Everrrrr!


Sunday, October 9, 2011

Wadih El Najjar Knows Fashion...

He is the Man behind the rising socialites of Dubai, he is the Friend who hangs out with stars and the Photographer behind many outstanding fashion shoots . He grabs not only the media attention but fashionistas every time for his style//smile:) and sense of fashion mainly because he takes risks - mostly with great success - that the rest of us would stumble with.

Whether he is out at the mall of at a lavish party Wadih knows how to work fashion to the max, to the max indeed, when his love for Fashion is translated into photography the excellence emerges! And it was no coincidence that many brands chose him to show off their collections “He understands fashion, it makes the whole process much easier & his angles are creative and unconventional” (quote from a client).
Some of WN work


He spoke to me about his latest shoot with the lovely Anoud Badr “I wanted her to look stunning as she is in real life, and wasn’t a hard job” I must say "Wadih you've done a superb job, Anoud looks her best in these shots!" and he got me all excited to check out “Lady Fozaza” blazers, he describes them as sooo different, classy, fashionable and will sure be worn by fashionable, sexy ladies! Now that I've seen the collection I describe them as "the New interpretation of Glamour"




From a  private chitchat to a private lesson  from someone who’s out there where the glam is, always! Wadih loves the fashion vibes carried by the community in  our region, he believes that women here are "Tres Chic" and men are now well aware of trends ( some are on their way, but they’ll get there eventually)… 


TIPS for us Ladies!!! from the professional on how to look good in pictures: here’s the secret!!! Number one be Simple and Chic, take a pose; one leg crossed in front of the other, & most important part is... to look thinner, facing the camera straight on makes you look wider, you will look better if you turn your body slightly, move one shoulder closer to the photographer, feet close together, straighten your spine and roll your shoulders back & to form a natural-looking smile, take a breath and then smile…
Smile :) The End!

Friday, October 7, 2011

Saks Fifth Avenue //FW11// Most Wanted Trends

Thursday Evening the Saks models walked in a show so good it should have happened twice. The 50 looks by Saks Stylist were visually riveting and thought provoking. It’s a collection that had superpowers, bright BlingBlings, feathers from the shoulders down to miniskirts & flowing materials juxtaposed with sleek, gets tougher with black tuxedo jackets; all from Dolce & Gabbana, DVF to Herve Leger & Manish Arora,...many more. Later in the show, heavy three dimensional embroidery on the decadently tailored golden jacket (by Dolce&Gabbana – shown in the picture below) stole the eye and heart! it was the stand out of the show...
… and in some other ways there was surprisingly plain Chics from Carolina Herrera, Alaia, & Nina Ricci, less eccentric styles.
Also on Thursday Evening, UAE's Fashionistas walked on the red carpet so fabulously it should have been covered by E! there were glam everywhere Red Carpet to reception, catwalk to after party … it was without doubt a fashion night out to remember.  Backstage! I took a sneak peek at the collection before the show, the emotions were quite simply bigger with a closer look at the embroidered with cascading sequins styles, Herve Leger's magical secret along with Victor & Rolf feathers took my breath away!


My first impression back there was “ it’s just on another level” with all the energy & positive vibes of the team I can say "Saks has it all! " Make no Mistakes!!! Now Enjoy my short Saks Fashion Show Vibes Edit! (just click on the youtube link below)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uxs4eS5VE_I






























Sunday, October 2, 2011

Lanvin "The Strength-Desire"

J’♥ Lanvin...Confirmed a1000 times fact!  What you are about to see is my favorite Lanvin Ready to Wear Collection, I love the monochrome tailored separates, I adore the bulky shoulder padding, am a fan of oversized chokers & Wings, pencil skirts and elongated tuxedo jackets!  the whole story! Have a look...Paris SS2012
When asked about his inspiration, Alber Elbaz insists that by the time he's subjected it to his design process, there is almost nothing recognizable left of the story with which he starts each new collection. Before the show, he mentioned he had in mind an angel in hell, but as he drew and drew, the angel returned to earth. Still, if you let your mind go, you could imagine that the snakes coiled in appliqué across a dress or in a print down a pant leg or the whole ambiance of the show were echoes of Down There. The shoulders that gave the collection its epic silhouette could be the traces of wings. 

Lanvin has always been about The Dress, but this time, Elbaz tackled tops and bottoms. One of the challenges he set himself was quite typical: How can a tracksuit work for evening? That's why he mixed the show up, daywear and dressier stuff intermingled. It created an urgent, unfinished, spontaneous mood, which was amplified by dresses that had ribbons or pleats pinned to them.
Strength of the show were those shoulders, which he was quick to point out had nothing to do with eighties padded power dressing. "Power you can buy in a bank," he said. "I prefer strength." Against which he paraded sheer tulle dresses that conveyed a nothing-to-hide vulnerability, as well as plenty of embellishments with sequins, beading, oversized crosses and gold chokers. Oppositions are fundamental to Elbaz, the most elementary being the reality of clothes versus the dream of fashion. He's always managed to bridge the gap by making things that women desire. Here, the desire was more palpable than ever. And helping that happen was Elbaz's conviction that "modernity is beauty.
Pls.Pls.Check the Runway show it will put you big time in the mood of the collection...


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