In celebration of International Women’s Day, we see how these ladies are owning the mannish suit: All black, all tailored and all-powerful!
Suit Squad
In celebration of International Women’s Day, we see how these ladies are owning the mannish suit: All black, all tailored and all-powerful!
Girrrl Power
Female-driven blockbusters are set to dominate the big screen in 2018, so consider this your cheat sheet for the upcoming women-led charge. The all-female ensemble cast of Ocean’s 8 is definitely getting us excited: It’s set at the Met Gala, so expect lots of glittering baubles and belles. Reese Witherspoon will return for season two of HBO’s Big Little Lies, and also make an appearance alongside Oprah Winfrey in the highly-anticipated sci-fi fantasy A Wrinkle In Time. Meanwhile, Emily Blunt will dust off an old Disney classic when she stars in Mary Poppins Returns later this year.
Trophy Gowns
While there are plenty of designers vying to dress the next big movie star, only a handful of names have struck awards season gold. We look at the fashion luminaries who’ve dressed award-winning actresses over the years
Givenchy
Known for: With an emphasis on texture, the Parisian brand never shies away from unconventional glamour. The muse: Established actresses who aren’t afraid to take a fashion risk.
HONOURABLE MENTION
While Prada may show up less often during awards season, the Italian fashion brand has a knack for choosing who they dress selectively, as evidenced by the fact that they dressed Oscar-winners for two consecutive years.
Christian Dior
Known for: Structured gowns that reflect the brand’s penchant for a nipped-in waist. The muse: Often seen on women who embody Dior’s ideal of elegance and grace.
Valentino
Known for: Feminine, timeless gowns that flatter the figure. The muse: Stars who love the brand of high glamour Valentino is known for.
Daniel Wu Uncovered
1. He’s in the Tomb Raider reboot: Here’s one way the movie will be different when it comes out on March 9: Daniel stars opposite Alicia Vikander in a role that isn’t stereotypical of Asian men.
2. He’s an ABC: That’s American-born Chinese, for those of you not in the know. The 43-year-old calls Berkeley, California, home but made it big as an action superstar in Hong Kong.
3. He’s taken (sorry, ladies!): The actor has been married since 2010 to the equally stunning Lisa Selesner, who is a model, actress and former Channel V veejay.
4. He wanted to be an architect: Acting wasn’t at the top of the list for Daniel. He studied architecture for five years and graduated in the top 10 per cent of his class before becoming a thespian.
5. He hates plain water: Daniel absolutely detests H2O. Instead, his preferred beverage of choice is a refreshing glass of iced lemon tea.
Off-Duty Beauties
Glam squads be gone! These stars aren’t afraid to go au naturel, but they too have help in achieving complexion perfection
Olivia Culpo
Bare-faced and beautiful, this former Miss USA always tries to let her skin breathe between all the glamorous fashion shows, awards soirees and public events she has to attend.
She uses: Skin Inc Oxy Recharge Bubble Mask, $76.
Kim You-Jung
It doesn’t take much to make You-Jung look stunning, but she looks amazing with absolutely nothing on her face too. What a fresh-faced babe!
She uses: LANEIGE Two Tone Correcting Bar in 04 Mint Lemon, $38.
Song Hye Kyo
The Korean actress is the epitome of natural beauty. Her clear, glowing skin has even made her the new muse of skincare brand Sulwhasoo.
She uses: Sulwhasoo Perfecting Cushion EX, $80.
The Final Tally
Getting a ticket to the Oscars is the easy part – it’s the preparation that’s the real hard work
Spray Tan: $250
Hairstyling: $5,000
Shapewear: $800
Stylist: $15,000
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