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May 7, 2013

7 Reasons to Get Hyped For The Great Gatsby

HEY let’s break rules today! What I’m about to say would have Coco Chanel shaking a diamond-clad, disapproving finger my way buuut… Despite her infamous motto for anti-abundance I’m here to tell you that this season more is more. That’s right – pile on the diamonds, glitter or BUST! It’s officially 2 days 7 hours 57 minutes and 30 seconds until the Canadian release of Baz Luhrman’s highly-anticipated 3D adaption of The Great Gatsby. In true 1920s hyper-opulence and access, fashion, film and music are puttin’ on the ritz to celebrate the film’s release! You’ve already had six months to get extra-super excited for the sparkle-saturated cinematic treat, but in case your enthusiasm is running dry, here are 7 more reasons to get hyped for Friday’s box office big-ticket!

* Cue the fireworks * read more…

Posted by Dani Reynolds | Tagged beyonce, Carey Mulligan, Jay-Z, Lana Del Rey, Leonardo DiCaprio, miu miu, movie, movie soundtrack, prada, The Great Gatsby, Tiffany & Co., toby maguire

April 29, 2013

Singers Turned Actors: Not Always A Good Idea

Beyoncé, being Beyoncé, is always the exception to the rule. Sasha Fierce, who got her roots in the music biz, was just as ethereal as a Dream Girl as she was a Destiny’s Child. Other musical starlets who weren’t as lucky to be born Mrs. Carter have had a harder time breaking onto the acting scene. (And attn, Brittney Spears, this means you.) Join us as we observe our favourite musical talents up against silver screen versions of themselves. ~Lights, camera, action~…and Queen Latifa as a nanny! read more…

Posted by Dani Reynolds | Tagged beyonce, britney spears, Jessica Simpson, jojo, missy elliot, rihanna

April 10, 2013

H&M Collabs: The Good, The Bad, The Beyonce

Source: Beyonce.com / H&M

In her continued attempts at world domination, Queen Bey has produced an heir to her throne, signed on as the face of America’s favouite cola, and drawn in more female viewers to the super bowl than ever before. The pop culture queen’s latest efforts have us bowing down in affordably-priced tropical-infused garb with her buzz worthy collab with H&M – and, in the history of celeb-filled campaigns, this one’s looking pretty promising. Get hyped with us for Bey’s high street takeover and browse the Swedish retailer’s history of hit and misses staring Lana, a troop of models, and Mark Ronson killing it in hot pink suiting.

HOW TO BE: Solange

It takes illustrious talent to be worthy of The Mononym. In the past, Greats like Madonna, Cher and Robyn have pioneered the single name club. Now, another starlet is joining the ranks of these astronomically talented mononymous stars. Dominating the fashion blogs and our iTunes, Solange is tearing up every industry with her star power and uncanny ability to pattern mix. Channel your inner mononym diva with this step by step guide on how to be Solange.

An Important Look At Celebrity Families

How cool would it be to have Will Smith as a Dad? Image fighting over a new top with your sister… Miley Cyrus! Or what about heading over to your aunt’s for a causal dinner…. and your aunt happens to be Julia Roberts! Show biz sibs and film star fams are turning Hollwyood into a family affair. In honour of today’s holiday, we’re taking an important look at celebrity families who collectively kick ass! A message to the Pinkett-Smith gang: adpot us!!

Happy Family Day from our FORA fam to yours. read more…

Posted by Dani Reynolds | Tagged Alec Baldwin, ashton kutcher, beyonce, Bruce Willis, Demi Moore, emma roberts, family day, Jada Smith, Jaden Smith, Joan Cusack, John Cusack, Julia Roberts, Liam Hemsworth, Miley Cyrus, Rumer Willis, Scout Willis, Solange, Will Smith, willow smith

February 6, 2013

How to Survive The Very Drab Month of February (Drab-uary)

We’ve gone from Broke-uary to Drab-uary. Febuary—everything seems to be moving in slow motion and you find yourself stuck in a deep, dark rut. Daily routines, cloudy grey skies and minus twenty-degree weather keep you counting down the days until summer vacation. So, in honor of this marvelous month here is a survival guide that will clear the skies and get you out of your February funk. read more…

Posted by Lauren Quinn | Tagged alexander wang, beyonce, NastyGal, Nutella, Sale, shopping, skin, Skin Care, Spring Break, Valentines Day, World Nutella Day

January 2, 2013

Things to Look Forward to in 2013

We made it past the end of days, and now we have another year to tackle. From fashion news to new Beyonce jams, here are some things to set your sights on for 2013! read more…

Posted by Stacie Campbell | Tagged alexander wang, avril lavigne, Balenciaga, beyonce, givenchy, H&M, Hedi Slimane, Jil sander, kate middleton, music, Nicolas Ghesquire, runway, Saint Laurent

December 28, 2012

The 12 Most Buzzworthy Pics from 2012

12 of the most talked about stories this year caught on camera. With Instagram, Twitter and, of course, the paparazzi, this year was one of many photographs. Here are the top 12 photos that made headlines in 2012. read more…

Posted by Lauren Quinn | Tagged Angelina Jolie, Best of 2012, beyonce, Blue Ivy Carter, brad pitt, Channing Tatum, Harry Styles, Jay-Z, kate middleton, kristen stewart, Matthew McConaughey, Miley Cyrus, news, Obama, Olympics, oscars, Prince Harry, taylor swift

December 11, 2012

HEADLINES: Rihanna & Miley Are Allergic to Clothes, No Doubt Collabs With Fred Perry, and Kids Need Hair Extensions Too.

Miley hates shirts. Rihanna hates pants. Is clothing a thing of the past? Discuss. (Styleite / E! Online) read more…

Posted by Jessica Di Clemente | Tagged Anna Hathaway, beyonce, britney spears, diane kruger, Disney, Fred Perry, Harper Beckham, headlines, Miley Cyrus, No Doubt, rihanna, Tom Ford

November 12, 2012

Everything You Need To Know About Relationships Can Be Learned From a Beyonce Song

Miss Beyoncé Knowles is the epitome of a strong woman. It’s quite possible that B is the coolest/sexiest/fiercest female to have ever roamed the earth in heels. Although she is now a happily married mama, Beyoncé has had her fair share of boyfran’ drama back in her day. With years of wisdom under her rhinestone belt, it should come as no surprise that Beyoncé has some seriously good relationship advice laced in the lyrics of her many inspirational songs. Here is some seriously important love advice brought to you by Queen B and MTV. read more…

Posted by Laura Hensley | Tagged beyonce, music, music video style

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