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Dov Charney Denies No Uglies Policy, Will Answer Your Questions
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Health & Beauty, News, Rumors,
In light of a former (anonymous) American Apparel employee’s allegations that the hiring policy is heavily weighed by the attractiveness of the applicant, the international company has issued a statement denying such claims.
“American Apparel does not hire or retain applicants based on ‘beauty.’ Our main priority is finding people with a strong sense of style who can inspire customers as they make selections from our extensive line… It has never been the policy of American Apparel, as some blogs claim, to fire employees who are not “good looking” or any of the other accusations implied by the anonymous or unverified third party sources. The company legitimately reviews current photographs of job applicants and employees to consider their sense of style and the way in which they present themselves… This is a standard practice among fashion-forward retailers.
While they may call it “style,” I’m inclined to believe that it’s just another word for “beauty.” I mean, have you seen the hipsterbots at the store?
Moreover, the press statement addresses the topic of hiring process, but has made no mention of its irksomely precise grooming etiquette... If you’d like to talk to CEO Dov Charney about any of this, he’s made his phone number available to the public:
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Baby Kardashian Keeps Kourtney in Shape
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Celebrities, Health & Beauty, News,
Reality star Kourtney Kardashian credits her baby son with keeping her fit.
The 31 year-old gave birth to little Mason in December, and while motherhood means she no longer has time for the gym, she has found it has other benefits in helping her maintain her figure.
“My fitness regimen is basically non-existent right now. Although taking care of Mason keeps me very active, and I do take him on walks. I do jumping squats while holding Mason and he laughs so hard when I jump with him. I only do like three a day though.”
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Items Du Jour: Adriana Lima Teaches Baby to Pose, More Mugler Rumors
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Celebrities, Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows, Health & Beauty, Models, News, Rumors,
—Designer and Britain’s Next Top Model judge Julien MacDonald recently said that having a plus-size model win “makes it a joke.” Perhaps fellow British designer Mark Fast should give him some counsel, considering he was widely praised for using plus-size models in his Spring/Sumer 2010 show last year.
—Supermodel Adriana Lima poses for Brazil’s HOLA! magazine with her husband Marko Jaric and their new baby Valentina. Looks like she’s training her to model already!
—Eclipse actress Ashley Greene gives into her cravings and claims that she doesn’t diet. As if we needed another reason to be jealous of her…
—Although plus-size models have been making their mark at current shows, normal people made a splash at Sao Paulo Fashion Week when they appeared on the Do Estilista runway. Despite their varying physiques, it was obvious that regular, non-models do know how to own a catwalk.
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Quote of the Day: Ashley Greene on Why She’s Not Tiny
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Celebrities, Health & Beauty, News,
“A lot of people like to be supertiny, but I don’t want a child’s body—I want a woman’s body that is extremely fit. It’s so much sexier.”
- Eclipse actress Ashley Greene explains to Women’s Health why she’d rather be fit than just skinny.
(Make sure to check out other notable quotes.)
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Diane Kruger Embraces Her Flaws
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Celebrities, Health & Beauty, Models, News,
Actress and Karl Lagerfeld’s good friend Diane Kruger has become less critical of herself with age.
The actress used to strive for perfection growing up as a model but has now accepted that a beauty ideal is impossible.
“I’m OK having dark eye circles and not looking my best sometimes. It’s an attitude in life. I used to think it’s what we all think is beautiful - the perfect body, the perfect face, hair, but that’s negative and impossible to reach,” said the 33 year-old.
Diana also believes that everyone is beautiful in their own way.
“I truly believe that every single person has something beautiful about them, externally or internally. We always want what we haven’t got.”
Although Diane believes she has flaws, she is recently became the new face of Calvin Klein and will front the campaign for the fashion house’s new fragrance, Beauty.
Alexa Chung For Lacoste
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Celebrities, Health & Beauty, Models, News,
Former model Alexa Chung has become the latest face of Lacoste.
The TV presenter is to front a new campaign for the sportswear brand’s new female fragrance, which is set to be launched next January. The adverts will be the first of Lacoste’s to feature a female celebrity face, and sources believe Alexa will do the brand justice.
“Alexa will be perfect in the role and will bring a new audience to the Lacoste product,” a source said.
The 26-year-old beauty is in huge demand in the fashion world at the moment and currently fronts Pepe Jean’s Spring/Summer 2010 campaign as well as having a Mulberry bag named after her. In February, Alexa also launched her debut clothing collection for store Madewell.
“Madewell’s vision is kind of the same as mine. They like laid back styles, they like kind of relaxed clothes - classic, timeless things. So when they asked to collaborate, it was a perfect fit,” she said, commenting on the designs.
The collection had a heavy 60s influence with tea dresses, denim, high waisted skirts and velvet. She also insisted on bringing some British style to the assortment with the pairing of socks and sandals.
Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen Try Neon Hair Colors
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Celebrities, Fashion Designers, Hairstyles, Health & Beauty, News,
While they normally stick to expressing themselves through attire, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen have taken quite the jump into experimental hair colors. Spotted yesterday in New York City, Mary-Kate and Ashley debuted their pink and yellow (respectively) tresses that served as an extension of their outfit.
While they’re usually ahead of the pack in the fashion world, the unnatural hair coloring was a growing trend seen among celebrities like Kelly Osbourne (gray/lavender) and more recently, Rihanna (bright red).
What do you think of the Olsen twins’ new ‘dos?
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Shockingly Slimmer Rihanna Covers Elle
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Celebrities, Editorials, Health & Beauty, News,
Just when we thought that fashion magazines would be more careful about trimming down celebrities for their covers, Rihanna‘s July Elle cover is raising some eyebrows.
Known for her toned yet curvy waist and hips, Rihanna’s waist looks unrealistic and derriere is nearly absent. While some may argue that her stance causes her waist to look smaller, this is true; however, compared to a candid photo during her January vacation, her bottom half still looks larger in a similar contorted pose. Has Elle gone too far in Photoshop?
If you’re still unsure, check out a behind-the-scenes video of the photo shoot after the jump.
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Fergie Becomes Outspoken
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Celebrities, Health & Beauty, News, Sales,
Apparently it’s a rite of passage in the music industry to bottle up a scent and slap one’s name on it these days. Fergie is the latest of the celebrities to do so, having teamed up with Avon to produce her fragrance called Outspoken.
“From my music to my wardrobe, my style is all about speaking up and making a statement. Outspoken definitely turns heads, but it also lets your true personality shine through.”
Although the product won’t hit stores until September, the Black Eyed Peas singer has released some teaser promotional images to prompt fans’ anticipation. Can anyone resist an ad like that?
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Rihanna Respects Model Conscious Designers
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Celebrities, Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows, Health & Beauty, Models, News,
Stylish R&B singer Rihanna doesn’t think there are enough black women in fashion. The “Rude Boy” singer believes her advertising campaign for fashion house Gucci was a “big deal” because it was such a break from convention.
“It’s clear there are definitely fewer black women in the high-fashion industry. One of the things I respected most about Gucci was that they did a print campaign with me. I’m a black girl on a fashion spread for Gucci - that was a big deal.”
The Barbados-born beauty also spoke of her “respect” for designers who refuse to stick to using slender, white women models and promote diversity on the catwalk.
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