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Who Wore Vivienne Westwood Better? Thandie Newton or Robin Wright

Thandie Newton wore this sophisticated Vivienne Westwood Red Label Spring 2011 tailored grey suit whilst out promoting her movie “For Colored Girls” back in October last year.

Managing to score the outfit just weeks after it walked the runway at London Fashion Week, Thandie looks impossibly chic, adding red studded Stella McCartney heels and a brown suede Miu Miu tote.

Her makeup is flawless and she is simply glowing. I love how the suit fits her so perfectly and that her accessories add some oomph to the grey.

Robin Wright recently wore the same suit to the Washington DC Premiere of her movie “The Conspirator” and what a contrast.

The jacket is very ill-fitting and the pants don’t seem to taper as well on her as they did on Thandie. Paired with nothing but basic black pointed heels, Robin’s look is extremely lack-lustre. I also find the outfit to be a bit of an odd choice for a red carpet premiere.

For me, there’s no question about who the winner is here. Thandie gets it spot on with a better fit, fresh makeup, a chic hairdo and eye-catching accessories. Robin, on the other hand, failed to hit the mark. It’s extremely hard to see past such a poor fit and it doesn’t help that she made zero attempts to jazz up her look with great accessories.

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Posted by Intern 2 on April 22nd, 2011 In: Robin Wright Penn, Thandie Newton, Vivienne Westwood, Who Wore It Better?

Who Wore Jonathan Saunders Better? Teresa Palmer or Thandie Newton

The surprising thing about this edition of WWIB? is that Teresa Palmer wore this Jonathan Saunders Spring 2011 dress first.

Usually that honour would go to someone like Thandie Newton who wore the same dress a few months later.

Teresa attended the 2010 GQ “Men of the Year” Party at the Chateau Marmont in LA back in November.

The new kid on the block wore her grey and turquoise printed dress, which was accented with a black grosgrain belt, with a black clutch and black pumps which disappear into the black carpet.

Thandie also opted to carry a black clutch when she attended InStyle’s Best of British Talent BAFTA party at Shoreditch House in London late January.

Despite not being a fan of white heels, I much prefer them to Teresa black heels, so Thandie easily wins for me. Plus this type of look is typically Thandie and she totally owns the look.

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Posted by Catherine Kallon on March 30th, 2011 In: Jonathan Saunders, Teresa Palmer, Thandie Newton, Who Wore It Better?

23.03.11

Look We Love: Thandie Newton’s Avant Garde Top Knot

It’s a rather daring look for someone who’s style is more sophisticated and subdued; absolutely a risk, but we think it paid off—majorly.

At the Louis Vuitton party for Sam Taylor-Wood, English actress Thandie Newton went for whimsical with this kooky top knot chignon that sat slightly off-center, right atop her forehead. One part ‘Grey Gardens‘ granny, two parts ‘laissez-faire’ hair, we think Thandie’s on to something. We’re guessing it won’t be long before other stars start pushing their ponys a bit more forward as well—here’s how to get the look before everyone else jumps on the high bun bandwagon:

Step #1: Using a boar bristle brush (helps tame pesky flyaways), sweep hair into a very high position, like 4-to-5 inches off of your forehead;

Step #2: Tautly secure ponytail using a snag-less rubber band, and slip hair through a chignon pillow and push it to the base;

Step #3: Twist the hair around the pillow, and secure with bobby pins;

Step #4: Mist with hairspray to set.

Tela Beauty Organics Boar Bristle Hairbrush, $72 at Nordstrom.com | Sephora Collection Snag-Free Hair Elastics, $3.50 at Sephora.com | Hair Stylers Mesh Chignon, $3.69 at SallyBeauty.com | Conair Brush Styling Essentials Matte Minis Bobby Pins, $1.29 at Drugstore.com | L’Oreal Elnett Extra Stong Hold Hairspray, $14 at WalMart.com.

Credit: Courtesy of Louis Vuitton

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Posted by India-Jewel on March 23rd, 2011 In: Beauty, Thandie Newton

18.03.11

Thandie Newton In Louis Vuitton – Louis Vuitton Party for Sam Taylor Wood

Thandie Newton attended Sam Taylor Wood’s party which was host by Louis Vuitton in London this week. Louis Vuitton threw the party in Sam’s honor because she’s the latest muse for the French brand.

Thandie wore a Louis Vuitton Spring 2011 floral print dress with a drop-waist.

Her shift dress was paired with the sexiest black strappy Jimmy Choo sandals I’ve seen in a while on the red carpet.

The British actress completed her look with metallic silver clutch and flawless make-up.

Earlier this week I mentioned that Thandie is known for a particular hairstyle. Well it looks like she wanted to switch things up at this event because she styled her hair into a super high top knot.

I love how Thandie pulls off this bold look so effortlessly whilst having fun with fashion at the same time.

Credit: Courtesy of Louis Vuitton

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Posted by Catherine Kallon on March 18th, 2011 In: Louis Vuitton, Thandie Newton

14.03.11 Runway To Red Carpet

Thandie Newton In Marni – EQUALS On Film: Oxfam Gala Screening

Thandie Newton is one of those rare people who actually looks more beautiful without make-up.

The British actress attended the EQUALS on film: Oxfam gala screening during the Birds Eye View Film Festival at the Queen Elizabeth Hall in London this weekend.

Marni aficionado’s (you know who you are) would’ve instantly recognised her look.

Thandie wore a printed Marni dress and a white and blue coat is from the Fall 2006 collection.

Her casual look was paired with a Miu Miu tote and tan booties.

No matter what the occasion Thandie always look flawless.

I know many of you have complained that she doesn’t vary her hair style often enough, but she always does just enough for me for it not to be a real issue.

I guess when if someone isn’t wearing black all the time I’m not really focusing on the hair.

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Posted by Catherine Kallon on March 14th, 2011 In: Marni, Runway To Red Carpet, Thandie Newton

15.02.11 Runway To Red Carpet

Thandie Newton In Louis Vuitton – 2011 Elle Style Awards

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Thandie Newton attends the 2011 Elle Style Awards in London last night.

She wore a Louis Vuitton Spring 2011 dress.

The purple printed low cut dress is a really bold look. I wasn’t sure if this collection would translate well off the runway, but every look so far has worked.

Thandie paired her dress black strappy sandals and a Sofia Coppola for Louis Vuitton gold clutch.

For once Thandie doesn’t get the perfect 10, as I’m not crazy about her accessories especially her heels.

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