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Carey Mulligan on Teenage Leonardo DiCaprio: "He Wasn't My Pin-Up"

Carey Mulligan is Spring-ready surrounded by flowers for Harper's Bazaar UK's June issue.

Carey Mulligan is Spring-ready surrounded by flowers for Harper's Bazaar UK's June issue. She's on the promotional trail as she preps for the May 30 release of The Great Gatsby, and sat down at a press conference in NYC to chat up the film over the weekend. Carey was joined at the event by her co-stars, including Leonardo DiCaprio, who also received mention in the publication. She revealed her excitement about auditioning with Leo, shared her favourite on set song, and explained her love for Prada. Here's more from Carey Mulligan in Harper's Bazaar UK:

  • On working with Leonardo DiCaprio: "Well, he wasn't my pin-up, but he was for a lot of my girlfriends. When I did the audition with Leo in New York I walked away grinning. Just the idea that if I never got any further, I had just spent an hour and a half acting with Leonardo DiCaprio."
  • On listening to LMFAO "Party Rock Anthem" while filming Gatsby: "That's what we used to dance to. It's also the song that made me laugh hysterically and there were lots of times when I needed to go into a scene with that kind of energy."
  • On wearing Prada: "I have worn a lot of Prada and always loved their clothes. I always felt very comfortable. They were the first designer house that ever lent me anything; I wore Prada to the Oscars. The people who work there are so lovely and really just non-scary fashion people."
Link Time

One Direction Set to Release a Fragrance!

  • Justin Bieber better watch out, One Direction is set to release a fragrance — WWD
  • Our very own pint-sized pop princess, Kylie, rocks blonde hair for ELLE UK — ELLE UK
  • This DIY vanilla chai body scrub has Christmas present written all over it — Lips So Facto
  • Dolce & Gabbana will release a new scent called The One Desire — Telegraph.co.uk
  • Harper's Bazaar UK goes elegant with their Sienna Miller cover — Harper's Bazaar UK
  • An evening behind-the-scenes at ASOS's headquarters — The London Lipgloss
  • Lisa Eldridge's top Christmas gift ideas — Lisa Eldridge
  • Rihanna launched her fragrance, Nude, over the weekend — Just Jared

  • Justin Bieber better watch out, One Direction is set to release a fragrance — WWD
  • Our very own pint-sized pop princess, Kylie, rocks blonde hair for ELLE UKELLE UK
  • This DIY vanilla chai body scrub has Christmas present written all over it — Lips So Facto
  • Dolce & Gabbana will release a new scent called The One Desire — Telegraph.co.uk
  • Harper's Bazaar UK goes elegant with their Sienna Miller cover — Harper's Bazaar UK
  • An evening behind-the-scenes at ASOS's headquarters — The London Lipgloss
  • Lisa Eldridge's top Christmas gift ideas — Lisa Eldridge
  • Rihanna launched her fragrance, Nude, over the weekend — Just Jared
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Miranda Kerr Rocks Blonde Hair for Vogue Italia

Miranda Kerr was spotted wearing a blonde wig in West Village, New York yesterday, while shooting for Vogue Italia.

Miranda Kerr was spotted wearing a blonde wig in West Village, New York yesterday, while shooting for Vogue Italia. It's such a different look for her, but we think she pulls it off! Miranda has been out and about a lot this week, looking stylish both with son Flynn and husband Orlando. The Victoria's Secret model also rocks new looks in upcoming magazine covers, including a sporty look for the August issue of Harper's Bazaar Australia and an equestrian look for the July issue in the UK. Click through to see our favourite Victoria's Secret model rocking a blonde 'do — and don't forget to zoom!

Miranda Kerr

Miranda Kerr As a Blonde — Could It Be?

Nearly had you! Our favourite Australian leggy model was spotted in West Village, New York yesterday shooting for Vogue Italia.

Nearly had you! Our favourite Australian leggy model was spotted in West Village, New York yesterday shooting for Vogue Italia. She wore a blonde wig, baby blue snakeskin pants and a silver metallic top — it's such a different look for her, we can't wait to see the completed shoot! Miranda has been out and about a lot this week, looking stylish both with son Flynn and husband Orlando. The Victoria's Secret model also rocks new looks in upcoming magazine covers, including a sporty look for the August issue of Harper's Bazaar Australia and an equestrian look for the July issue in the UK.

Miranda Kerr

Miranda Kerr Shows Skin and Reveals Her Singing Talent in Harper's Bazaar UK

Miranda Kerr showed her equestrian side for Harper's Bazaar UK's August issue.

Miranda Kerr showed her equestrian side for Harper's Bazaar UK's August issue. The model, who grew up with horses, posed in a variety of sexy looks and showed skin for the spread, which was photographed by Giampaolo Sgura. She's currently in NYC taking care of work and spending time with her husband Orlando Bloom and their son Flynn. Miranda touched on her personal life in the glossy, sharing her desire to have more kids and explaining her nervousness to work around Orlando. She also revealed a surprising talent. Make sure to read the full interview when the magazine goes on sale on Monday, July 2, or check out the digital edition. Here's more from Miranda Kerr in Harper's Bazaar UK:

  • On a possible singing career: "I love to sing, and I've recorded a few covers and originals with friends, but I haven't written any songs."
  • On having more kids: "I think probably, yes. Having a child is the most incredible experience. [My perfect day is] to wake up to the sound of my son saying 'Mama, mama!' It's the best sound ever. Then I just love to get him out of bed and he can jump into bed with us, and we have cuddle time."
  • On Orlando watching her runway shows: "I never really want Orlando to be there because it makes me nervous. But last year, he was like, 'You have no choice, I'm coming.' And the one time he was attending the show, my shoe decided to fall off."
Cameron Diaz

Cameron Diaz Talks Loving Gwyneth and the Many Charms of British Men

Cameron Diaz strikes a sexy pose for the June 2012 cover of Harper's Bazaar UK.

Cameron Diaz strikes a sexy pose for the June 2012 cover of Harper's Bazaar UK. Her next movie, What to Expect When You’re Expecting, will be released on May 31, and in the picture, Cameron plays a mother-to-be. She spoke about having kids in real life with the magazine and also touched on how she's happy with her life at the present. Cameron also spoke about her connection with pal Gwyneth Paltrow and even dished on the charms of British men. Click through to see more Cameron in the magazine, and here are highlights from Cameron in Harper's Bazaar UK:

  • On why she loves British men: "I love their sense of humour and the sense of chivalry and charm. It's something that is innately a part of the culture — we don't have that over here, it's not the same in America."
  • On her friendship with Gwyneth: "We became very close after my dad's death. She reached out and it was very sweet. We bonded on that . . . They (Martin/Paltrow) are exceptional people. We have known each other because we have been in the business for the same amount of time."
  • On being happy with the present: "I'm not sitting there going 'Oh my god, when am I going to get married? When am I going to have a baby?' I would be remiss if I was living my life wishing I had something other than what I have. If one day, I am blessed with the experience of having a child, I would be overjoyed, but I am not sitting here feeling empty because I haven't yet, or that I may not."
  • On her friends and family: "I'm a nurturer to all my friends. I don't feel alone in the world. I have so many friends, more friends who are like me (without children) than not. I also have girlfriends who have kids, and I have strong relationships with their children and my nieces and nephews. My happiest moments are when I'm with my friends — and I consider them to be my greatest wealth. They are my crown jewels."

Photos courtesy Tom Munro for Harper’s Bazaar UK

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The Supers Strike Again! Claudia Schiffer Covers BAZAAR UK

One way to put paid to those rumours of your hubby having it off with his co-star is to star is a seriously sexy spread that shows you've continued to be at the top of your game for 23 years.

One way to put paid to those rumours of your hubby having it off with his co-star is to star is a seriously sexy spread that shows you've continued to be at the top of your game for 23 years. And that's just what Claudia Schiffer has done. Photographed by Horst Diekgerdes, Claudia covers Harper's BAZAAR UK's July issue. Her Bardot-like beauty is emphasised with a '60s smoky eye and muted lips, with the accessories adding to the retro feel — a yellow daisy hair slide on the cover (very flower power) and a wide-brimmed black and yellow hat, complete with under-the-jaw ribbon tie for the subscriber's cover. With her long, ivory limbs and subtle sexiness (side boob is the less in-your-face display of cleavage these days), it's easy to see why Yves Saint Laurent and Chanel still come a callin' after all these years. Beautiful, non?

gwyneth paltrow

Gwyneth Paltrow Takes on GOOP Haters and Loves Beyoncé

Gwyneth Paltrow played cover girl for the upcoming issue of Harper's Bazaar UK.

Gwyneth Paltrow played cover girl for the upcoming issue of Harper's Bazaar UK. In her interview she spoke about her work on Country Strong and took on those who hate on her GOOP newsletter. Gwyneth also shared about her love for pal Beyoncé Knowles, whom the actress refers to as "the most talented human being on the planet." She said:

  • On Beyoncé's performance advice for Country Strong: "Beyoncé is the most talented human being on the planet. She has so much mastery over what she does. It’s not even confidence — it’s on a whole other level. It’s mind-blowing. I watched her (perform) a lot to see how she did it, and I was like 'Sh*t! I can’t do that!'"
  • On performing at the Country Music Awards: "Two weeks before I did it, I was dying. I couldn’t sleep. I couldn’t eat. I was like, 'Why would I say yes to this? What is wrong with me? What kind of maniac would agree to do this?' It was one of those nights I’ll look back on and think, 'Wow, I can’t believe I actually pulled that off.'"
  • On how she tackled her Country Strong role: "I had the best time doing it. It’s rare that you read a role that’s so juicy and complicated, and also so sweet and human. Kelly has a good heart. I just loved how real she is . . . Alcoholism is such a vicious cycle and Robert (Downey Jr) really helped me understand it. I understand how you can do something bad for you because I smoked forever. I smoked even when my dad had throat cancer. I was like 'I know this is probably going to kill me, but I’m going to smoke it anyway.' But I didn’t understand wrecking other people’s lives, and then kind of just waking up and tying your shoes. So he helped me figure that out."

Photo courtesy Alexi Lubomirski for Harper’s Bazaar

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Which Brit-Based Cover Girl Will You Be Buying?

Hard to believe but yes, the 2011 glossies are rolling off the press.

Hard to believe but yes, the 2011 glossies are rolling off the press. January looks to be a rather stylish start to the year, with UK Vogue and  British Harper's Bazaar both choosing home grown stylistas to front their new year editions. Keira Knightley, snapped by Mario Testino, works a retro inspired look in a monochrome print halter dress (we told you they'd be back!) with pops of red C/o some super shiny accessories. Opting for a more steamlined approach is Emily Blunt, who makes fashion history by modelling the highly coveted Tom Ford's womens wear line for Bazaar. This midnight blue fringed dress is beyond heavenly, and is the first time the line has been shot for a UK cover. Can you choose between the two British glossies? We might fall prey to temptation and just buy both. What about you?

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Cheryl Cole Talks Pyjamas and Plans With Harper's Bazaar

Cheryl Cole looks gorgeous on the cover of Harper’s Bazaar UK's June issue and in the accompanying seven page photo shoot where she dons creations by Yves Saint Laurent, Burberry and Karl Lagerfeld.

Cheryl Cole looks gorgeous on the cover of Harper’s Bazaar UK's June issue and in the accompanying seven page photo shoot where she dons creations by Yves Saint Laurent, Burberry and Karl Lagerfeld. Crowned FHM's Sexiest Woman in the World for a second year running, Cheryl's got her sultry poses down to a fine art. Photographer Alexi Lubomirski said: "We wanted to do something very soft and tousled…because a lot of the time Cheryl is seen very done up, very glamorous—so we wanted to do something a bit more distressed—a bit more broken." Cheryl's been having a difficult time with her personal life since announcing her separation from husband Ashley, but her career continues to soar. She opened up to the magazine about relaxing, shopping and the future. Here are the highlights:

  • On being herself: "When I look in the mirror every morning, I never go yuck. What I see is a successful woman doing what she loves doing and being herself."
  • On relaxing "[My] best thing to laze around at home in is a pair of pyjamas—I have been known to be a little bit skanky and wear the same pyjamas I woke up in…for like six hours."
  • On online shopping: "I tend to shop online—mostly online to be honest because I actually feel the whole thing of shopping actually really stressful. Just the lighting in dressing rooms makes you depressed for some reason."

To find out which designers Cheryl likes and her plans for the future, read on.

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