The Taste Dictator: Archive

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Beautiful in White

Rooney Mara and Gwyneth Paltrow killed it at the Oscars with their ivory looks. Donning an ethereal Givenchy Couture carpet-sweeping dress from their Spring 2009 collection, Rooney kept her signature style in tow (which only astoundingly works on her because she is Rooney bloody Mara). Whilst Gwyneth opted for a minimalist Tom Ford dress which came with a tres chic cape. Rooney Mara in...

Feb 26th

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Jil Sander Shoe Lust

Feb 26th

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LFW: Matthew Williamson Fall 2012

Matthew Williamson sent off flocks of color-splashed bohemian pieces on his runway which dazzled color blocking fans, like moi. The perfectly tailored slim-fitting pantsuits in vivid neon shades and translucent collared top are undoubtedly on my most coveted from LFW list. And seriously, Williamson is one wad of a genius for layering the translucent top over his amazingly draped floor-sweeping...

Feb 21st

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Sh*t Fashion Girls Say During Fashion Week

This hilarious video just made my day. My favorite lines are: “She said she was wearing Jason Wu. It was Jason Wu for Target.”, “Andre Pejic makes me question a lot of things.”, “I miss Karlie Kloss.”, “My intern was seated better than me!”, “Victoria Beckham is a space alien from Planet Fashion.”, “I couldn’t see around...

Feb 17th

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Going Green

Lately, I’ve been obsessed with everything green. Emerald green, deep green, neon green, lime green, whatever. Armani Privé’s couture line practically swooned me. Metallic blazers, swooped-up shoulders, python prints go perfectly and futuristic-ly faboosh together. There seems to be some glitches though. The swirly head pieces do not really get along with the aesthetic look....

Jan 25th

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Louis Vuitton Cruise 2012 Catalogue: Arizona Muse

I love how buttoned-up collars are back on trend and Arizona rocks them. She is a Parisian chic to the bits. Here are the bee-yoo-ti-ful peek-tures of her being the sophisticated lady she is, captured by Mark Segal. And ooh-la-la, look at that gold studded collar-shaped choker. I want one of those! Here’s a video of the complete collection. Images courtesy of Louis...

Jan 17th

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Golden Globe's Golden Looks

Jan 16th

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Jan 7th

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The Kloss Gloss

Saw the recent bewildering Not-So-Little-Anymore Karlie Kloss editorial shoot for Allure? I did and I think Mario Testino perfectly captured the stunning Kloss vibe she never forgets to bring. But, really? She’s NINETEEN and she’s done a nude photo shoot? Not that I’m surprised actually. It would’ve been better if it wasn’t published for general view though, since I...

Nov 28th

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An Early Christmas Greeting from Bergdorf Goodman

I just stumbled upon this special holiday campaign from Bergdorf Goodman this morning. It’s a video made to support the Humane Society of New York, a organization which provides shelter for adoptable stray dogs and it made me feel all warm and mushy inside. So I had to share it with all of you. Happy holidays peeps!

Nov 25th

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Oct 1st

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Roberto Cavalli Spring Shoe Lust

Sep 27th

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Classy Minimalism x Bohemian Androgyny

Jil Sander is irrevocably one of Milan Fashion Week’s highlights with her elegant yet casual-edgy pieces. There are some pieces I’ve added to my wishlist this year and this knitted sweater is definitely on top of the list. And I’ve scribbled this cute box handbag on the list too. The collection somehow gives the idea of being in the fifties (looove the quiffy slick bob...

Sep 25th

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Some Haute Stuff

While all bloggers are focusing their eyes on LFW, I discovered this attention-abandoned bizarre-in-a-good-way finding. An haute couture-dominated editorial shoot starring supermodel trio: Frida Gustavsson, Jac Jagaciak, and Kristina Salinovic. ‘Nuff said. Vogue Italia’s September gives us a dramatic work of art. Glorious gowns, flowing drapery, and thrilling silhouettes from...

Sep 20th

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Karlie Kloss Mayhem

Karlie and Jason Wu at his afterparty The American beauty continues on dominating the NYFW runways and scoring all the attention she truly deserves. Everyone loves Karlie! For Anna Sui For Jason Wu For Tommy Hilfieger For Oscar de la Renta For Marc by Marc Jacobs For Marchesa For Michael Kors For Prabal Gurung For Carolina...

Sep 15th

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Theyskens' Theory: The Slouchy-but-Sophisticated

Olivier Theyskens did it again this time with his oversized tees, billowing jumpsuits, ultra sheer final dresses, and faded boyfriend jeans with a below-the-usual dropped waist.It staggers me how he makes everything slouchy look so Manhattanitte-ly chic. What amazed me the most was how each of the runway ensemble were put together perfectly and there was not any trace of...

Sep 15th

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Bead-Embellished Collars and Intricate Feather...

So far, I’m loving Jason Wu’s spring collection best. His is the only collection which truly captures the spring-ish vibe. Monochrome floral patterns, eye-popping neon colors, curve-flaunting peplum skirts, seducing strappy sandals, chic high-above-the-knees ‘sport shorts’ (that’s what Jason Wu calls it) truly scream the arrival of the awaited blooming season. The...

Sep 10th

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Fashion's Night Out

FNO is the anually-hovering reason I’m a bit disappointed for not being a New Yorker. Seriously. Reading live tweets and observing the FNO attenders’ Instagram posts were torture. I woke up at 5am today just to do that (Thanks to the 12 hour timezone difference)! Ten hours ago, FNO officially held their uber event for the third time and this year’s was the best one so far...

Sep 8th

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Stella Tennant's Extra Petite Waist

I was half-stunned-half-horror-struck when I caught these pictures of Stella Tennant for Vogue Italia this September. It’s an attribute for Ethel Granger, the woman who was recorded as the possessor of the smallest waist on record. I’ve heard before about Ethel’s remarkably teeny-tiny waist and seen a hideous pic of her. But these pictures, which were taken by the incredible worldwide famous...

Sep 7th

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Coco Rocha Loves Indonesia!

Just half an hour ago, Coco Rocha posted this Elle Indonesia cover of hers saying that she always finds a “disproportionately large percentage of views [of her blog] coming from countries like Taiwan, Philippines, Malaysia and Indonesia”. The covers are based on her last month’s Elle UK editorial. And she looks gorg as always. “I’ve always received such a warm outpouring...

Aug 25th

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Aug 25th

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Aug 24th

Rodarte's Fall/Winter 2011 Opening Ceremony Look...

I must say this Rodarte collection is a little bit toned down in aspects of color splashes, patterns and textures from their other previous collections. What do you think?

Aug 16th

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Aug 16th

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Red Lippie is 'in' and so is Emma

Emma Watson leaves us breathless again and again with her amazing shots. This time she posed for i-D Magazine’s “Pick Me Up” issue. Her bright red lippie and slicked back hair enhances her glam girl vibe. With styling help from Caroline Sieber, this Brit beauty wore an über trend-to-be detachable pearl collar and sparkly gold sequined jacket. These insanely beautiful outdoor...

Aug 14th

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Missoni for Target

Missoni’s collaboration with Target is soon to be released on September 13 across the USA and also online. With their 400 items available in their collection to purchase from and with a less skipping-lunch-for-a-month price, it is of course, one of the most anticipated collaboration this season. Their earthy-hued monochrome pattern is on every item in their collection. The best part is...

Aug 14th

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Kate Moss' Fairytale Wedding

Vogue is, hands down, the toughest competitor to beat in the publishing industry this September with their Kate Moss issue, highlighting her wedding pictures as well. Their glossy cover embosses the supermodel in a plum Alexander McQueen dress and a natural shade of make up. Kate Moss’ wedding pictures are proof that it is undoubtedly an incredible fairytale themed wedding with...

Aug 12th

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Aug 12th

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Woman on the Verge: Kristen Stewart

’s September 2011 issue can not be doubted in surprising us. Their cover says it all, with a close up view of K Stew looking glamorously seductive in Max Mara’s white mohair and wool sweater photographed by Mert & Marcus. Her hair looks perfect in a volumized 70s style. This is a never-before-seen look of Kristen, but who knew it would suit her perfectly? Her other editorial...

Aug 12th

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