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Sunday, December 20, 2009

Ellen von Unwerth "Fraulein": Not your Girls-Next-Door

Elisha Cuthber plays Danielle in "The Girl Next Door" (2004).


Elisha Cuthbert and Emile Hirsch in "The Girl Next Door" scene.

"They're not your Girls-Next-Door. Fashion and Fetish in a female fantasyland". Source: www.taschen.com

"Ellen von Unwerth book Fraulein proves that a woman can connect with another woman on a different level. As a model herself in the fashion industry for ten years, Ellen knows what it's like in the biz and what goes on behind the scenes. The bold and candid images in her new book showcase fetishism, nudes, romance and the freedom of being a sexually aware, free and desirable woman.While still keeping the imagery artistic and playful, Unwerth has captured the likes of Kate Moss, Dita von Teese, Eva Mendes, Natalie Portman, Lindsay Lohan, Vanessa Paradis, Adriana Lima and Britney Spears to name a few.Eva Green.Drew Barrymore.

Gracefully alternating from color images to black and white, the book's photographs of female icons will have your full attention. The women in the images are enchanting; you cannot help but gaze at them. Fantasy and effortless freewill pour out from the pages of her new book. Ellen von Unwerth has an invitation to this whimsical world that's actually living and breathing. She has captured the rare happenings and presents them to her viewers in beautiful form".Juliette Lewis.Kate Moss exploring her fridge.

"Fraulein is a term of endearment meant for young women. I think the title is just right.
Fraulein will be a much-coveted book this year that will keep you enthralled. With a limited edition of 1500 copies that are numbered and signed by Ellen herself, the book will be available just in time for the holidays from Taschen". Source: www.whatswear.com

"Born in Germany, in 1954, Ellen Von Unwerth has become one of the most influential fashion photographers in the world in the past few decades. Her images - whether color or black and white - are united by their production values and an impeccable sense of detail, but also for conveying a spontaneity that gleefully celebrates sexuality and femininity. Her photographs of female icons - including Kate Moss, Dita von Teese and Carla Bruni - often explore fantasies, featuring risque “props” such as a riding crop or handcuffs. The results are a fabulous mix of voyeurism and humor, teasing out the wilder nature of her subjects. Her new book Fraulein is available from Taschen". Source: www.eluxury.com

Ellen Von Unwerth at Mercedes-Benz Fall 2009 Fashion Week in Bryant Park, New York, on 15th February, 2009.

"Ellen von Unwerth was a supermodel before the term was invented, so she knows a thing or two about photographing beautiful women. Now one of the world's most original and successful fashion photographers, she pays homage to the
world's most delectable females in Fräulein.
This celebration of our era's sexiest female icons includes Claudia Schiffer, Kate Moss, Vanessa Paradis, Britney Spears, Eva Mendes, Lindsay Lohan, Dita von Teese, Adriana Lima, Carla Bruni, Eva Green, Christina Aguilera, Monica Bellucci and dozens more.They're Not Your Girls Next Door -
Fashion and fetish in a female fantasyland


Limited to 1,500 numbered copies, each signed by the photographer.
"An instant collector's item: Switching effortlessly between color and immaculate black and white, von Unwerth's photography revels in sexual intrigue, femininity, romance, fetishism, kitsch humor, decadence and sheer joie de vivre. Whether nude or in lingerie and a dazzling smile, her subjects are never objectified. Some flaunt personal fantasies; others are guarded, suggesting that we have stumbled into a secret world. Fashion and fantasy were never so enchantingly combined. These images were shot over the last 15 years and many are previously unpublished". Source: www.trendhunter.com

Kristen Stewart: top trendsetter in 2009

Chloë Sevigny has received a nod for Golden Globes 2009 for her portrayal of Nicolette "Nicki" Grant on "Big Love" tv series. Nomination: Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Series, Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for Television. Source: awards.omg.yahoo.comKristen Stewart wears Chloe Sevigny for Opening Ceremony Lace Up Booties (see below):
"She's had a whirlwind year and more hair and makeup changes than a Britney Spears concert, so it's no surprise that Kristen Stewart topped our readers' list of trendsetters for 2009. While we love Kristen, those of us at Sugar HQ have a soft spot for someone whose beauty antics were endlessly entertaining and inspiring — the one and only Lady Gaga. We know she's wild and wanton, and we adore her for it. Baby girl is single-handedly bringing the avant-garde back to pop music, and we wholeheartedly approve". Source: www.bellasugar.com

Emmy Rossum performing in Boston children's Hospital

Emmy Rossum performing at the Boston Children's Hospital with the Boston Pops December 17, 2009 in Boston, Massachusetts.
Emmy Rossum attending Under Armour Pop-Up Shop Launch Party in NYC.
Actress Emily Rossum and singer Adam Duritz are seen in Washington Square Park on December 19, 2009 in New York City.

Reese Witherspoon: shopping spree in Brentwood

Reese Witherspoon out in LA talking on the phone on 18th December, 2009.Note from Weirdland: If you look closer through Reese' plastic bag, I think she just bought the flowery dress she would wear later on her shopping trip to Jenny Bec’s toy store (see below):"Looking to be doing just fine after her breakup with Jake Gyllenhaal was confirmed earlier this week, Reese Witherspoon was spotted doing some shopping in Brentwood, CA on Friday afternoon (December 18).In between shops, the “Legally Blonde” actress chatted on her cell phone before stopping for a pick-me-up at Starbucks".Earlier in the day, Ms Witherspoon got her workout on as she took a jog in her Los Angeles neighborhood with a few close gal pals". Source: www.celebrity-gossip.net

"Newly single Reese Witherspoon gets into the Christmas spirit with a shopping spree at Jenny Bec’s Toy Store on Saturday afternoon (December 19) in Brentwood, Calif.The 33-year-old Four Christmases actress brought along her two children — Ava, 10, and Deacon, 5". Source: justjared.buzznet.com

Saturday, December 19, 2009

Happy 29th Birthday, Jake!!


Let's celebrate Jake's 29th Birthday, it's the last year in your twenties, Jakey boy, but we'll love you the same when you reach the 30's!

Here you can open this musical Birthday/Merry Christmas mix postcard, with Jake decked out in Elvis suit and dancing with a compass like water off a duck's back:



This funky card is created by Kendra - Jake Weird.

Jake & Anne get along well

Anne Hathaway and Adam Shulman holding hands in NYC.

"Though she’s officially dating struggling actor Adam Shulman, Anne Hathaway may have a hankering for newly-single Jake Gyllenhaal.
According to a report, the “Princess Diaries” babe and the “Prince of Persia: Sands of Time” hunk have grown super-close while filming “Love and Other Drugs” together.Anne Hathaway and Jake Gyllenhaal sharing a kiss in a scene of "Brokeback Mountain" (2005).

An inside source told press, “Jake and Anne get along like a house on fire. They’ve become extremely close. Jake feels he can talk to Anne about anything, including his struggles with Reese. She’s been his shoulder to cry on and a great listener.”Jake’s recent split with Ms. Witherspoon may be a symptom of his attraction to Miss Hathaway. “Anne was deeply shocked when Jake dumped Reese. She thinks Jake is so sweet. Who knows where this could lead?” Source: femaleinteract.com

"A conversation with a very close Reese Witherspoon associate Thursday touched on ongoing stories circulating about the Oscar winner being a ''beard'' for Jake Gyllenhaal, the actor Witherspoon was seeing until their recent apparent breakup. Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise (with their daughter Suri) arriving in Japan, on 8th March 2009.

While less common than in the old days of Hollywood, the term still crops up and has often been used to describe the marriages of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes or John Travolta and Kelly Preston -- despite repeated denials by all concerned".
While not revealing much about the alleged collapse of the actress' affair with Gyllenhaal, my Witherspoon insider did say, ''All these stories about Reese being Jake's 'beard' to cover up his being gay are b.s. Reese has many gay friends and is fine with people being who they are, but she never would spend more than two years of her life pretending to be in a relationship with a man -- just to provide him a cover. . . . Totally not true''.
Source: www.suntimes.com

Elisha Cuthbert - The girl got hot


A musical video featuring images of the beautiful and talented actress Elisha Cuthbert, with scenes from "The girl next door" with Emile Hirsch, stills of "My sassy girl", etc.
Song "The girl got hot" by Weezer ("Raditude" album)


Elisha Cuthbert appeared in one of the musical videos of Weezer in 2006:

Weezer Perfect Situation Elisha Cuthbert