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6 Great Weekend Conversation Starters

Sep 14, 2012 @ 6:13 pm

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Heading out this weekend? Get your small talk inspiration from some of the biggest stories of the week!

1. Fashion Week happened! Katie Holmes presented, Betsey Johnson had a birthday, and the Oscar de la Renta models worked pink streaks.
2. The Toronto Film Festival happened, too, and we had a portrait studio on-site.
3. Blake Lively got married in Marchesa, and she did it at the Notebook house.
4. Kate Middleton is in East Asia giving great speeches in custom Jenny Packham dresses.
5. Glee finally returned! Our favorite numbers so far: “Call Me Maybe” and “It’s Time.”
6. And Rooney Mara will co-host the Met’s punk-themed next fashion exhibit. Good call, Met!

Who Had Your Favorite Look This Week?

Sep 14, 2012 @ 5:42 pm

Kate Hudson, Lea Michele, Rachel McAdams, Diane Kruger, Emma Stone

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Our favorite outfits of this week—pulled from our Look of the Day top picks—came straight from the front row at Fashion Week and the Toronto International Film Festival. Our top five include: Kate Hudson‘s rhinestone-studded Alexander McQueen gown, Lea Michele‘s lace-paneled Versace dress, Rachel McAdams‘s emerald Elie Saab column, Diane Kruger‘s embellished Valentino LBD, and Emma Stone‘s melon Calvin Klein mini. Which one is you favorite? Vote in the poll below! More

— Rose Walano

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Bobbi Brown’s Pretty Powerful Book Preview

Sep 14, 2012 @ 5:28 pm

It’s lucky number seven for Bobbi Brown! Next month, the makeup pro will release her latest book, Pretty Powerful, which is filled with tips on how to achieve a flawless face—from a natural finish (BB’s specialty) to an ultra-bold look. The new tome ties in with the beauty guru’s recently launched Pretty Powerful Basics makeup collection. Brown also enlisted the help of celebrities like Gabourey Sidibe, Blythe Danner, and Sandra Bernhard along with her usual (and refreshing) mix of real women to demonstrate each look.Pretty Powerful isn’t out just yet, but you can get a sneak peek now! Click “See the Photos” for a first look, then pick up the book for $30, at stores nationwide, starting in October.

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• Bobbi on the Duchess’s Makeup
• The Hottest Fall Beauty Shades
• Katie Holmes for Bobbi Brown

— Marianne Mychaskiw

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InStyle Honors Dr. Margaret Cuomo’s New Book: A World Without Cancer

Sep 14, 2012 @ 5:00 pm

What would the world be like without cancer? It’s a question we’re going to hear more often in a few weeks, when October turns into a month filled with pink-covered treasures, all in an effort to raise breast cancer awareness worldwide. InStyle kicked off its awareness campaign today over a private lunch hosted by managing editor Ariel Foxman honoring Dr. Margaret Cuomo’s new book, A World Without Cancer: The Making of a New Cure and the Real Promise of Prevention. “Margaret’s book not only inspires us to dream of a new and exciting reality, but in the process, how to take an active role in our own lives and gives us the tools to do just that,” Foxman told guests, including designers Behnaz Sarafpour and Rebecca Minkoff (pictured), in the garden room of Michael’s restaurant in New York City. “Much more can be done to prevent cancer, and each of us has a critical role,” Dr. Cuomo added. “We can all contribute to a healthier environment, a stronger, more vibrant society, and, ultimately, to a world without cancer.” Read an excerpt of the book in InStyle’s October issue, on newsstands, Friday, September 21st, and order your copy for $27 at amazon.com.

Plus, see more causes celebs support!

Celebs for a Cause

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• Carolina Herrera’s Shirt for a Cause
• Jamie-Lynn Sigler’s Charity Bracelet
• Tweet @JuicyCouture For Charity

— Sharon Clott

InStyle Makeover Is on Newsstands Today

Sep 14, 2012 @ 4:35 pm

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Our InStyle Makeover issue is on newsstands today! Packed with ways to upgrade your look, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite style tips from the special issue, from the best cuts of 2012 to fall must-haves. Be sure to pick up your very own copy, and in the meantime, click through the highlights below. More

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Resident Evil: Retribution: Milla Jovovich Costume Preview

Sep 14, 2012 @ 4:24 pm

The film industry’s Resident name-taker is back! Milla Jovovich reprises her role as Alice in the zombie-laden action thriller franchise Resident Evil, with the fourth installment, Retribution, hitting theaters today. While Jovovich is no stranger to the fashion world, having jump-started her career as a model before adding actress and designer to her resume, the multi-hyphenate shrugs off her usual sartorial tendencies (Chanel, Versace, Reem Acra, to name a few) and opts for more practical villain-fighting looks. Enter this skin-tight black number Jovovich pairs with a bondage-style corset for her most recent portrayal of Alice. We can’t wait to see more of the kick-ass costumes. So, tell us in the comments: Do you plan on seeing Resident Evil: Retribution this weekend?

Plus, check out Milla’s best looks ever!

MILLA’S LOOKS

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• Twilight Breaking Dawn Part 2 Movie Photos
• Carolina Herrera’s Bella Swan Wedding Dress
• Fun Facts About the Hunger Games Costumes

— Meghan Blalock

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Brad Goreski’s 6 Favorite Fashion Week Looks!

Sep 14, 2012 @ 4:04 pm

Celebrity stylist Brad Goreski saw hundreds of looks during New York Fashion Week, and he sat down with InStyle managing editor Ariel Foxman to share his six favorites—just six!—for next season during a private lunch held at the Ramsay at the London Hotel. “I look for things that work for my clients looks, and also things that I can go back and say these are the big trends this year,” he told guests of how he whittled down his list of top picks. See the six looks he’d love to see everywhere next spring (including on his clients!) in the gallery!

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• Your NYFW Cheat Sheet
• Stars in the Front Row at Fashion Week
• Our Fashion Director’s Top Picks

— Sharon Clott

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Carrie Underwood’s Blown Away Tour: 10 Things You Need to Know

Sep 14, 2012 @ 3:34 pm

Carrie Underwood’s Blown Away tour kicks off today in Manchester, N.H., and we caught up with the country superstar to get the inside scoop! “For this album, I took a lot of time away from performing to really work on the songs and the lyrics and make sure everything was perfect,” CMA female vocalist of the year nominee told InStyle.com. “So I really missed being able to perform often. I love the whole being on stage thing.” Visit carrieunderwoodofficial.com to find out when her 50-plus tour makes a stop near you, and click through the gallery to find out the 10 things she told us she’ll be up to once the curtain comes down!

— Christina Shanahan

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