WEIRDLAND

Friday, February 26, 2010

Celebrities working out

Jake Gyllenhaal leaving a Gym in Santa Monica, on 14th April 2009.Jake Gyllenhaal leaving The Burn 60 Gym In Brentwood on 10th July 2009.

-How did Ashley Greene get fit for New Moon?

"It was really easy", the actress, 22, told Usmagazine.com Saturday at the Magnificent Mile Festival of Lights event in Naperville, Il. "We were working 12 hours a day, so it didn't leave too much time to eat."
When she did eat, she chose "really healthy stuff, which was nice."
Greene also said that training extensively for the sequel -- which had the third biggest box office opening of all time -- accounted for her figure in the movie.

"We had a personal trainer and then we also had fight training," she told Us. "It was a good four hours a day of training."
To stay in shape these days, she said she does Pilates, usually six days a week.
Ashley Greene attending Giorgio Armani: Milan Fashion Week Womenswear A/W on 27th February 2010.

"I do it early in the morning. It wakes you up, and it's kind of refreshing," said Greene, who is headed to London in a few months to begin filming the thriller The Apparition. "And that is basically it. Sometimes cardio. I am not a big weight person because when I do weights I build muscle mass."
Source: www.usamagazine.com

"Kate Winslet has always compared herself to the ‘normal women’ of the world and shunned the Hollywood body ideal. Yet somehow she always manages to look unbelievably slim and trim in every photo shoot I’ve ever seen. (Thank you photo shop)
Kate Winslet attending BAFTA's in London - February 2010.

But Kate says she’s been the same size for years and it’s all because of the magical practice of Pilates.

“I’ve actually been this way since I had Joe,’ she said. ‘I still don’t believe in this craziness for being skinny, but I eat sensibly and I don’t stuff down chocolate biscuits. I don’t go to the gym because I don’t have time but I do Pilates workout DVDs for 20 minutes or more every day at home.’
Source: www.hollywoodbackwash.com


Gwyneth Paltrow making Tracy Anderson Method
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Gwyneth Paltrow Leaving The Pilates Gym In London.

"There are definite high points to the Paltrow way of existence. Bikram yoga: amazing. I join a class of about 40 other attendees at the studio in Harold's Cross for 90 minutes of 26 postures in 40ยบ where the sweat runs off you like rivulets to stimulate energy and blood flow and increase collagen production."
Source: www.tribune.ie
“James Franco is perfect for this fragrance and perfect for Gucci,” the brand’s creative director, Frida Giannini, tells WWD. “He personifies the sort of nonchalance and unforced appeal that is most attractive in a man. In the advertising campaign, he captures the fragrance’s casual, modern and masculine air.” Shot by famed fashion photographers Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin in Cannes, France, the new series depicts a very wet and chiseled Franco gazing seductively into the camera after a fully-clothed dip in a pool. The sporty fragrance, a mix of fresh citrus scents and masculine undertones like veviter, is available in stores now" Source: stylenews.peoplestylewatch.com

Hilary Duff out for Pilates (January 6 2010).

"Keeping in shape and staying healthy, Hilary Duff tried a new workout called Piloxing on Wednesday (January 6).

The “War, Inc” actress looked to be in good spirits as she left the pilates mixed with boxing class in Toluca Lake, CA".
Source: www.celebrity-gossip.net

Hilary Duff going to a Pilates session before going to Mo's for lunch in L.A on 24th February 2010.

The Humble Abode is proud to offer Pilates classes to engage both body and mind. Pilates can help transform the way you look and feel, promoting body awareness and good posture. Pilates helps build strength without excess bulk. No matter your age or body type, Pilates can benefit you. Reformer classes, private training, and rehabilitative sessions are available.

Deep Tissue / Sports Massage
This very popular massage is useful in soothing muscle spasms and relieving pain at reflex areas, stress points in tendons, and trigger points in muscles.

Swedish Massage
This relaxing type of massage, which stimulates the tissues through kneading and long strokes, stretching, and percussion, is excellent for easing pain, reducing swelling, and increasing circulation.

Reflexology
Foot Reflexology is the skilled massage of very specific zones in the feet, which correspond to organs and other parts of the body. By massaging these reflex areas, blockages are released, tensions are erased, and the body's capacity to heal itself is greatly enhanced. In addition to being a wonderful and deeply relaxing foot massage, Reflexology is in fact very deep therapy with a remarkable impact on the health of internal organs and circulation.

The Humble Spa & Salon offers a broad selection of services to choose from:
Skin Care
Microdermabrasion
Waxing
Massage
Manicure/Pedicure
Endermologie, which was originally developed by French plastic surgeons whose techniques were successful and its process is now patented in the US as well. Endermologie uses rollers that often feel like deep tissue massage, over problem areas of the skin.
Scalp Treatments
Pilates Los Angeles: Pilates dramatically transforms your body. It builds strength without excess bulk, creating a sleek, toned body with slender thighs and a flat abdomen. It teaches body awareness, good posture and easy, graceful movement. Pilates improves flexibility, agility and economy of motion. Professional dancers have known the benefits of Pilates for decades. Hollywood celebrities and supermodels use it to maintain beautiful physiques.
Chiropractic
Physical Therapy
Day Spa Los Angeles: Spa Health treatment (the word spa is an acronym of various Latin phrases such as "Salus Per Aquam” or "Sanitas Per Aquam" meaning "health through water") which can include packages of Deep Tissue Lift Facials, Stress Relief Massage, Rejuvenating Massages, Deep Cleansing, Pilates Reformer Class, etc.


Japanese commercial with Charlize Theron for Lux Spa Moist.

Thursday, February 25, 2010

Greenberg - Featurette video



Greenberg brings actor Ben Stiller together with Academy Award-nominated writer/director Noah Baumbach (The Squid and the Whale) to tell the funny and moving tale of Roger Greenberg. Focus Features releases Greenberg on March 26th, 2010.

Anne Hathaway at London "Alice in Wonderland" premiere

Anne Hathaway as The White Queen with the Bloodhound in "Alice in Wonderland" (2010).
Mia Wasikowska, Helena Bonham-Carter and Anne Hathaway.Anne Hathaway with "Alice in Wonderland" director Tim Burton.

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Johnny Depp, Tim Burton Take on Alice. And according to Depp, his version of the character got help from an unlikely place: the music of the unhinged Canadian indie-psych band Sunset Rubdown.
Anne Hathaway wore a dress by Vivienne Westwood and Casadel high heels at the World Premiere of Alice in Wonderland in London (February 25th 2010).Mia Wasikowska at "Alice in Wonderland" World Premiere in London (February 25th 2010) wearing a dress designed by Valentino:

New scene from "New Moon" + TYH Interview


Deleted Scene From New Moon starring Kristen Stewart via Target.

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Watch a recent NBC News interview with actress Kristen Stewart on the upcoming film “The Yellow Handkerchief” by director Udayan Prasad (Gabriel & Me) and starring Kristen Stewart (The Twilight Saga: Eclipse, The Runaways), Maria Bello (Grown Ups) and William Hurt (Robin Hood).
"Synopsis: One lazy afternoon in a backwater Louisiana town, Martine takes a leap into an unfamiliar convertible. The driver, Gordy, an awkward young itinerant who eyed her in the diner earlier, isn’t displeased to find this pretty sylph in his front seat. Soon they meet Brett, a laconic, humble man just released from prison. Martine isn’t keen on going solo with Gordy, and now it’s raining cats and dogs, so she invites Brett along, and the unlikely trio sets out, each person unsure of the destination. What ensues is a journey through the lush green byways of rural Louisiana and into the depths of these characters’ souls". Source: www.shockya.com

‘The Runaways’ Will Premiere in LA and New York

An exclusive photo taken on the set of the film the Runaways. Dakota Fanning (as lead singer vocalist Cheri Currie), Kristen Stewart (as guitarist and vocalist Joan Jett), Alia Shawkat (as a character based partly on bassist Micki Steele), Scout Taylor-Compton (as guitarist Lita Ford) and Stella Maeve (as drummer Sandy West). Source: www.rollingstone.com
Screencaps of Kristen Stewart as Joan Jett in "The Runaways".

"Eclipse cast mates Kristen Stewart and Dakota Fanning both star in the new movie The Runaways, which hits theaters on March 19th.

Gossip Cop has the deets on the red carpet premiere, where and when -
Stewart rocks out in her bedroom after her band, the Runways, breaks up. Source: www.people.com

The Kristen Stewart and Dakota Fanning rock biopic will premiere in Los Angeles on March 11. There will then be a New York City premiere on March 17.
“The Runaways” received a lot of attention last month at the Sundance Film Festival.

Stewart, Fanning, and film subject Joan Jett will all appear during Jay Leno’s first episodes back as host of “The Tonight Show.”
Source: eclipsemovie.org

Celebrity Fashion Industry

"According to a report in the Mirror, organisers, fearing a no- show by The Fight For This Love singer would put a dampener on the evening, quickly did a U-turn and turned to Twilight star Kristen Stewart instead.It claims X Factor judge Cheryl was informed weeks ago about the award. But after allegations that her footie ace hubby Ashely had cheated on her saw her jett off to L.A, alarm bells started ringing when organisers were told she couldn't guarantee that she would be able to make the glamour event.

Undeteered they were apparently still hoping to crown Cheryl Woman Of The Year right up until the show started. But when it became clear that Cheryl , who arrived back in the UK from L.A. this afternoon, wasn’t going to make it, they put Plan B into action and turned to 19 year-old Kristen, who was in town for the BAFTAs, instead.

Kristen Stewart @ Burberry Catwalk Show!

A source at the awards told showbiz reporters from the Mirror: “Cheryl was down to win Woman of the Year – she was supposed to be here right now.
Source: entertainment.stv.tv

Kristen Stewart at ELLE Style Awards Winner's Room on 22nd February 2010.

"Twilight actress Kristen has just been given the Woman of The Year gong at the Elle Style Awards. This comes hot on the heels of her Orange Rising Star award at the Baftas.
Hot property Kristen took to the red carpet again for the awards and told OK! That she was “overwhelmed” by all the fuss at the moment.
Kristen Stewart between Carey Mulligan and Abbie Cornish Vanity Fair Shoot.

She said: “I never know what I'm going to wear until five minutes before I go somewhere."
Kristen Stewart wore a Burberry Prorsum Spring 2010 at London Fashion Week Burberry:
Burberry Prorsum Spring 2010.Kristen Stewart wins "Woman of the Year" award at ELLE Style Awards press room - 22 February 2010. She wore at Elle Style Awards a black Leather Jacket 1020 By Nicole 1001.

But she added: "I guess I know what I'm comfortable in. I don't know how to describe that, I mean you either put it on and go 'no way' or 'OK, let's go."

However, despite the cat being well and truly out of the bag about her love life, she refused to comment about her love for Robert Pattinson and settled for smiling and walking away.
Source: entertainment.stv.tv

Reese Witherspoon out & about in Brentwood, wearing a stripped sweater, jeans and a Lanvin bag, on 23rd February, 2010Olivia Wilde carrying an issue of "Flaunt" magazine on Set of "House M.D." on 23rd February, 2010.

Fashion Industry News:

"Fashion designers help create the billions of dresses, suits, shoes, and other clothing and accessories purchased every year by consumers. Designers study fashion trends, sketch designs of clothing and accessories, select colors and fabrics, and oversee the final production of their designs.

Karl Lagerfeld in Vogue Espaรฑa March 2010 - Mademoiselle privรฉ (intimate portrait of Chanel S/S 2010 Show)
Kirsten Dunst attending Rodarte Exhibition Opening Party on 18th February 2010. Kirsten Dunst, in Rodarte with Nicholas Kirkwood shoes.
Kirsten Dunst in style.com

Clothing designers create and help produce men's, women's, and children's apparel, including casual wear, suits, sportswear, formalwear, outerwear, maternity, and intimate apparel. Footwear designers help create and produce different styles of shoes and boots. Accessory designers help create and produce items such as handbags, belts, scarves, hats, hosiery, and eyewear, which add the finishing touches to an outfit.


Willem Dafoe, Terrence Howard, Ben Stiller, Isabella Rossellini, Ginnifer Goodwin and many more celebrities pose for Fabrizio Ferri.

Linsday Lohan in a photoshoot published in the UK's Sun (February 2010).Scarlett Johansson has designed a bag for MANGO as charity for Haiti through ONG Oxfam International (Intermรณn Oxfam in Spain).

The first step in creating a design is researching current fashion and making predictions of future trends. Some designers conduct their own research, while others rely on trend reports published by fashion industry trade groups.

Jake Gyllenhaal in GQ magazine photoshoot.

Trend reports indicate what styles, colors, and fabrics will be popular for a particular season in the future. Textile manufacturers use these trend reports to begin designing fabrics and patterns while fashion designers begin to sketch preliminary designs. Designers then visit manufacturers or trade shows to procure samples of fabrics and decide which fabrics to use with which designs.

Celebrity Fashion:

"Heat is a mainstay in marketing. Heat as in hotness as in sexy. The better looking the person, the more likely the consumer is to stare. That’s what its all about, manipulating the animal brain, and Olivia Wilde certainly manipulates my animal brain. Look at that picture for Pete’s sake.

Anyway, her star is rising in Hollywood and, just like so many other ultra-hotties, she started out in commercials, namely, an Abercrombie & Fitch ad campaign in 2004.
Source: www.adsavvy.org

Depending on the size of their design firm and their experience, fashion designers may have varying levels of involvement in different aspects of design and production. In large design firms, fashion designers often are the lead designers who are responsible for creating the designs, choosing the colors and fabrics, and overseeing technical designers who turn the designs into a final product. They are responsible for creating the prototypes and patterns and work with the manufacturers and suppliers during the production stages.
Sting with Gulnara Karimova at a fashion show in Uzbekistan.

Other high-fashion designers sell their designs in their own retail stores or cater to specialty stores or high-fashion department stores. These designers create a mixture of original garments and those that follow established fashion trends.
Nikki Reed at Burberry Prorsum 2010 Womenswear Show on 23rd February 2010.

Some fashion designers specialize in costume design for performing arts, motion picture, and television productions. The work of costume designers is similar to other fashion designers. Costume designers, however, perform extensive research on the styles worn during the period in which the performance takes place, or they work with directors to select and create appropriate attire.
Work environment. Fashion designers employed by manufacturing establishments, wholesalers, or design firms generally work regular hours in well-lighted and comfortable settings. Designers who freelance generally work on a contract, or by the job. They frequently adjust their workday to suit their clients' schedules and deadlines, meeting with the clients during evenings or weekends when necessary.
Alexa Chung at 2010 Elle Style Awards on 22nd February 2010.

Freelance designers tend to work longer hours and in smaller, more congested, environments, and are under pressure to please clients and to find new ones in order to maintain a steady income. Regardless of their work setting, all fashion designers occasionally work long hours to meet production deadlines or prepare for fashion shows.
Diablo Cody and Amanda Seyfried at InStyle's Cocktail Party for "Jennifer's Body" on 11th September 2009.Amanda Seyfried attending PIX 11 Morning Show on 4th February 2010.

The global nature of the fashion business requires constant communication with suppliers, manufacturers, and customers all over the United States and the world. Most fashion designers travel several times a year to trade and fashion shows to learn about the latest fashion trends. Designers also may travel frequently to meet with fabric and materials suppliers and with manufacturers who produce the final apparel products".
Source: www.bls.gov

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