When Size Does Matter

http://www.fushionmag.com/fashion/celebritystyle/2012-grammy-awards-red-carpet-dresses/

Yes its that time of year again, where we begin to prowl the magazine stands for which celebrity looked hot and who was not. 

After a lazy winter of warm cooked meals and minimal exercise, I alone am beginning to feel it all. So as part of my new health kick, I'm refusing to buy endless amounts of junk food and in fact trying to get myself to the gym a bit more. Now before you all say I'm conforming to the celebrity culture of excessive exercise and minimal meals, you're wrong. No, instead I am trying to get myself to feel and look healthier. Naturally I wont be striving to look skeletal or super toned; I'm just aiming to get my hips and stomach to little more defined, cant have a go at me for trying eh? 

One thing I will not be sacrificing any time soon? (Well besides the obvious chocolate and alcohol regime...) is a nice cooked meal. Since The Boy and I have been seeing each other, we've been going out for lunches and dinner's non-stop. (Yes I cannot cook...) and as always, I opt for a vegetarian option, this can usually consist of fish or the latest discovery; Vegetarian Burgers! Couldn't believe how delicious they are!...and healthy..ish. 

Anyway, when reading into the reports of Karl Lagerfeld publicly slating Adele for her weight, this got me thinking as to what it takes for the industry to accept you for who you are. I often wonder if, (and ever) I was recognised in the industry, would I too be a target for public scrutiny given I'm no size 0? Naturally I'll never reach that level of fame (or want to) but when looking into how certain celebrities dress and treat themselves in order to meet that level, often gets me thinking as to what they have that we aspire to be? 

When seeing Adele model a gown similar to Carrie Underwood's, I thought they both equally pulled this gown off! They're figures each complement the shape and style, which can be proven tricky with these particular shapes. With Rhianna and Taraji P Hanson, both again wearing similar styles and still carrying them off well! In recent report's and images, Rhianna has appeared to have lost a lot of weight, in particular her torso as it has a more washboard approach. Taraji however opt's for an embellished halter neck, which still flatters her hips and bust without looking too showy.

Overall, In my opinion size does matter but in a positive way. With the worlds opinions changing every 5 minutes on what is the 'ideal' look, we haven't stopped to think that maybe bigger is better and healthier. 

With retailers supplying size 16 plus ranges, this is just one the little steps we are taking to show you can look good in something. 

No matter what size you are. 

Beck-Lash

http://www.hm.com/gb/david-beckham#inspiration/1

Now I know I've been off the blogging radar for a good couple of weeks or so, but in my defense my internet connection has been diabolical...that and I've been a tad preoccupied...ahem. 

Now I've seen a lot change in the past few weeks with the fashion industry, however the main change that caught my eye was the latest underwear collection designed and modeled by David Beckham. (Not because its David Beckham...) Instead this is down to his latest collection. Now call me what you like, but David isn't all that for me. Yes hes good looking for his age, has the body of a God etc etc. But the collection didn't really do it for me, in fact it did nothing what so ever...

Why, you ask? Well for a start I'm a woman and I'm pretty sure most women prefer knickers to briefs..(Or at least I do..) Secondly the collection itself has very little to offer as a whole. 

Upon a trip to H&M with The Boy in a bid to find him a decent pair of gloves (thanks to the unexpected snow) I noticed the collection and couldn't help but think why there was little male attraction, but instead more female attraction. (And before you say, I'm pretty sure not all of them where buying for their male partners..)

Still, if you ask me I personally think if the collection didn't have his name on it, no one would care. It sounds harsh but in a competitive industry like fashion, where high street stores are closing down every 5 minutes, collections like these would not impact on the consumer if it wasn't endorsed. When looking at his line, I couldn't help but think what little it has to offer. I don't doubt most men would prefer simpler briefs, vest tops and joggers then cringe worthy prints, but if you ask me I would be able to source products exactly like these in M&S etc. 

As well as this, the television ad itself involves David Beckham himself posing, but shows nothing more then his toned body and tattoo collection, again something we all see and know.

It also got me thinking about his underwear campaign for Armani that he modeled for a few years ago. This doesn't really differentiate between that and the H&M one. 

A recent quote from David In Vogue magazine stated he was embarrassed of the ad when it was aired during the super bowl; "I'm very shy. It was kind of embarrassing,"  Well the boy has some modesty I'll give him that..

Overall, I wasn't overly impressed with the collection purely based on the lack of idea and inspiration behind it. As well as this, I hear celebrity endorsement isn't as effective as it use to be. Unless you're a designer collaborating with Topshop...more on that later guys.  

A Moment Of Silence

http://news.sky.com/home/showbiz-news/article/16168135

Whitney Houston 1963-2012

When I woke up this morning to the news feed on my Facebook homepage, the first thing I read are statuses paying tribute to one of the greatest female artists of all time. 

Whitney Houston sadly passed away at 23.55pm (GMT) at the Beverley Hills Hilton, LA, on the eve of the Grammy awards. Police say the death is not being treated as suspicious. 

Throughout her career, Whitney revolutionized the R&B music industry. Her gospel voice exceeded everyone's expectation and has since then lead to her winning 2 Emmys, 6 Grammy's,  22 American Music Awards and 30 Billboard awards throughout her 30 year career. As well as singing, Whitney also acted in the film The Bodyguard. Her biggest hits include How Will I Know, I Will Always Love You and Waiting To Exhale. 


Her voice and talent lead to generations of singers aspiring to be like her, with songs such as I Will Always Love You being used throughout auditions on singing contests such as X Factor and American Idol .
I personally use to listen to her album as a child when my mum use to play it the car on the way to school, hard to believe how much of influence one woman can have throughout each generation. 


R.I.P x