Lanvin Summer 2012 Campaign

Snakes, sunnies, and sex appeal reign supreme in Lanvin’s Summer 2012 campaign.

Captured by photographer Steven Meisel, the latest video from the French fashion house features an exotic dinner party where models wearing flowing gowns and tailored suits, layer themselves with snakes.

The ad comes from the creative direction of House and Holme and features up and coming it-girls Aymeline Valade and Marte Mei van Haaster, as well as models Aaron Vernon and Angus Lowe.

The somewhat sinister video is set to the edgy pop sounds of Maxine Ashley’s new single “Cookieman”, which is written and produced by hip hop mogul Pharell Williams. The track is the first single off of Ashley’s upcoming debut album.

Check out the Lanvin Summer 2012 campaign video below and let us know what you think… sultry or shocking?

Jimmy and Justin perform the History Of Rap 2

This is the best video we’ve seen all week… and we see a LOT of videos.

Jimmy Fallon recently had Justin Timberlake on his show and, having already done a joint performance of their own History Of Rap (where they covered their favourite rap songs), they thought they would do a ‘small’ sequel. And we say say ‘small’, we’re lying. The duo performed around 19 tracks in about 6 minutes in their newest additition: History Of Rap 2.

Watch the video below and try not to fancy Jimmy Fallon too much. Any man that can do that in a suit gets our vote.

This almost tops that Glee Emmy’s intro… nearly.

Stella McCartney

To celebrate the launch of her new fragrance, L.I.L.Y, Stella McCartney will make an exclusive appearance at Selfridges Oxford Street TONIGHT (8th February)!

The first 100 people to purchase a 50 ml (£60) or 75 ml (£76) bottle of the fragrance tomorrow will get to meet Stella and have their parfum bottle signed by the designer between 6 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Stella said L.I.L.Y stands for “Linda, I Love You” and was her father’s nickname for her mother. The earthy yet seductive fragrance incorporates the smells of spring, including lily of the valley, moss and truffles.

Stella McCartney's new fragrance, L.I.L.Y

The worldwide launch of L.I.L.Y. is exclusive to Selfridges and available nationwide starting 15th February.

Will you wait in line to see the famed designer?

The Amazing Spider-Man movie poster

The trailer for the Marc Webb-directed Spider Man film was released today, prompting some disgruntled fans to say “too soon!”

The Amazing Spider-Man, in which Andrew Garfield replaces Tobey Maguire as Peter Parker, follows the classic story of Spider Man, but gives viewers new insight into the reason his parents abandoned him as a child. Spider Man is led to his father’s former partner, Dr. Curt Connors, whose alter ego, The Lizard, means trouble for Spider Man.

Emma Stone plays a blonde Gwen Stacey, seen smooching Garfield in the 2-minute trailer.

The film also stars Sally Field, Denis Leary and Martin Sheen. It is set to hit cinemas 3 July.

What do you think — are you excited for the new Spiderman film or is it too soon for a remake?

Macaron Envie for Valentine's Day

by John Gregory-Smith

Pierre Hermé has created the delicious Macaron Envie for Valentine’s Day – Macaron biscuit, velvety violet cream, fragrant vanilla and succulent whole blackcurrants. This is pure Valentine decadence!!

Macaron Envie : £1.85 per piece

Available from Pierre Herme Boutique, 13 Lowndes Street and in-store boutique at Selfridges.

Available online at www.pierreherme.com

Marilyn Monroe

Londoners can soon get a rare glimpse at Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe in an upcoming exhibition at Getty Images Gallery.

In commemoration of the 50 years since Monroe’s death, the ‘Marilyn’ exhibition will pair unique photos of Monroe with original dresses and costumes worn by the iconic movie star.

Photographs will range from Monroe’s early years as an aspiring actress through her rise to international stardom. Accompanying each photo will be an original film costume or dress from the collection of David Gainsborough Roberts, owner of one of the largest collections of Marilyn Monroe memorabilia in the world.

Marilyn Monroe

“We are extremely excited to present our Marilyn exhibition, offering the public unparalleled and rare access to Marilyn’s life through the iconic imagery from Getty Images’ extensive archival collection,” said Louise Garczewska, Director at Getty Images Gallery.

Original video will also be shown and prints will be available for purchase.

The exhibition runs at the Getty Images Gallery from Friday 9 March to 24 May 2012.

Admission is free.

Temperley London Gift Coin

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Temperley London reveals its exclusive limited edition Temperley Gift Coin.

The gold metal coin engraved with ‘Temperly’ is attached to a ribbon and presented in a cute little Temperley box. The exclusive gift can be charged with any amount upwards from £250, and, as an added perk, the coin can be worn as a stylish necklace or bracelet once the value has been redeemed.

Temperley London Gift Coin

Coins can be redeemed within a year for all collections available in Temperley London boutiques, including Temperley London, ALICE by Temperley, Barbour Gold Label by Temperley and Temperley Bridal.

As a bonus, coin owners can book a free styling appointment in the Notting Hill boutique, complete with a style specialist and glass of champagne.

Temperley gift coins are available at the Temperley London boutique or on the store website.

Can’t afford such a shiny indulgence? Temperley London is also giving away coins charged with £250 to five lucky winners.

To enter the competition, visit www.temperleylondon.com/temperley/gift-coin-competition/.

The Milibank Lounge

As Valentine’s Day approaches, if you’re lucky enough to have someone to share it with, why not take a break for the weekend and head to London for a bit of sightseeing, fine-dining and luxury accommodation?

If this sounds up your, or your partners’, street you can find a whole host of deals over the Valentine’s Day weekend that aren’t super expensive and we‘ve spotted a fair few over on the Hilton Hotels website. What’s even better is that Hilton have got 8 Mint Hotels on board and is now in the process of rebranding the properties under the DoubleTree and Garden Inn groups of hotels – meaning that you can now stay in the heart of Westminster (a stone’s throw away from Buckingham Palace, the Thames and the London Eye) in the safe knowledge you’ll be getting the same high standards we all expect from the Hilton group by now.

SkyBar

We love the Milibank Lounge at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London in Westminster (perfect for a pre-Valentine’s Day dinner cocktail) and they’ve got a great panoramic view of London from their award-winning CityCafe or more exclusive SkyBar for afters if you fancied staying in for food. After you’ve eaten, why not wander over the river and head down the embankment for romantic trip up in a London Eye pod, or head up Whitehall, past Charing Cross and Trafalgar Square to Leicester Square and catch one of the amazing West End shows on at the moment.

After you’ve hit the town and are all romanced out, you can then head back to the hotel and relax – might we recommend the King City Suite for Valentine’s… the colour scheme even matches!

King City Suite

This hotel might not be boutique but it’s amazingly positioned for a weekend break, making it super easy to navigate around town so as not to waste your romantic break away. The nearest station is Victoria as well, so it’s really accessible whether you’re based in London or outside.

For prices and more information about the hotel, visit www.doubletree1.hilton.com

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Jennifer Connelly

Jennifer Connelly, Academy Award winning actress and wife of Paul Bettany, has just been confirmed as the new spokesperson and face of Shiseido!

Jennifer, who actually worked for the brand in the 80’s, is set to be the ace of Shiseido’s Future Solution LX skincare line and will be the spokesperson for the brand in 88 countries as it celebrates its 140^th anniversary this year.

“I’ve had a long relationship with Shiseido – I worked with them in the Eighties on an ad campaign, and have been using their products ever since,” the actress told WWD. “It’s nice to reconnect with them after so many years.”

The campaign has already been shot and will be released in Autumn this year.

Anyone else remember her in Labyrinth with David Bowie??

David Bowie and Jennifer Connelly in Labyrinth

Jo Calderone aka Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga has released a new video for Yoü And I featuring her alter ego, Jo Calderone in an exclusive with French Vogue in collaboration with Inez & Vinoodh.

Gaga has already released a video for this song (where she actually met her current boyfriend Taylor Kinney) and you can watch it here… however if you wanted to watch an updated version – with a well-endowed Gaga and bondage clad girls – watch Haus Of Ü ft. Jo Calderone below: