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Perth Now
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Malibu Barbie: Margot Robbie spotted on photoshoot set
Margot Robbie has been spotted on the set of a Malibu photoshoot after lying low in the showbiz world since early last year when she became a mum for the first time. The 34-year-old actress walked with confidence down a street in a chic tweed outfit before climbing into a classic, bright red Lincoln Continental convertible. Robbie, who flashed her abdomen in the midriff-baring Chanel skirt set, later changed into red bathers for a second look in the shoot. She left her long, blonde hair down and wore minimal makeup. Robbie has been a Chanel ambassador since 2018 and is the current face of the iconic Chanel No. 5 fragrance. The Barbie star and her husband, Tom Ackerley, welcomed a baby boy into the world seven months ago. The doting mum, who will be starring opposite Jacob Elordi in the upcoming Wuthering Heights adaptation, has been keeping a low profile since early last year. Margot Robbie pictured on the set of a glamorous photoshoot in Malibu. Credit: / She told Deadline in 2024 that she purposefully 'disappeared from screens for a while' after Barbie and instead put all her energy into producing for her LuckyChap Entertainment company. 'This is the longest I haven't acted on a set, because we finished Barbie in October of 2022,' she told the publication. 'So, it's already been more than a year since I was on set as an actor, and other than COVID, that's the first time that's ever happened.' She was photographed around the Easter long weekend soaking up the Queensland weather, pictured alongside Ackerley as the couple hit the surf with friends. Robbie wore a purple bikini and a gold 'mama' necklace and was seen body surfing at a quiet beach on the Gold Coast alongside a female friend.
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First Post
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
History Today: When the world woke up and smelled Chanel No. 5
One of the most luxurious perfumes Chanel No. 5 made its entry into the world of fragrances on May 5 , 1921. The perfume was very different from the predominantly floral or musky perfumes of the time, which contributed to its immense popularity. On this day in 1951, Alan B Shepard Jr became the first American to visit space during a 15-minute suborbital flight read more Chanel No. 5 perfume hit the markets on May 5, 1921. File image/Reuters Who does not want to own Chanel No. 5 perfume? Considered to be one of the most luxurious and expensive fragrances in the world, this perfume made an entry into the world of fragrance on May 5, 1921, and went on to change the world of perfumes forever. If you are a history geek who loves to learn about important events from the past, Firstpost Explainers' ongoing series, History Today will be your one-stop destination to explore key events. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD On this day in 1961, Alan B Shepard Jr etched his name into history by becoming the first American to travel into space. Here is all that happened on this day across the world. Chanel No. 5 makes its debut Most of us dream of owning a wide range of luxurious perfumes. One of these luxurious perfumes is Chanel No. 5. Designed by legendary French fashion designer Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel, the perfume made its debut on May 5, 1921. It was launched with the idea that it was more than a scent and went on to become a symbol of modern femininity, luxury and timeless style. In an era dominated by predominantly floral or musky perfumes, Gabrielle Chanel desired to formulate an entirely original scent that would represent the contemporary woman - one wjo was assertive, refined and liberated. She engaged Russian-born French perfumer Ernest Beaux, who presented her with a selection of samples. Her choice of the fifth composition, based on her belief in the inherent meaning and understated quality of the number. Consequently, Chanel No. 5 was introduced. The result of the mixture of scents was one that didn't mimic nature but redefined it. File image/AFP This perfume was one of the first fragrances to use synthetic aldehydes, which added a sparkling, abstract quality to the floral base of jasmine, rose, ylang-ylang and sandalwood. The result was a scent that didn't mimic nature but redefined it. Another of the attractive features was the minimalist bottle design was also groundbreaking. In contrast to the ornate perfume bottles of the era, Chanel opted for a sleek and square-cut glass bottle with a simple label that embodied her philosophy of understated elegance. Alan B Shepard Jr becomes America's first space traveller One of the first Americans to visit space was Alan B Shepherd Junior on May 5, 1961. His brief, 15-minute suborbital flight aboard the Freedom 7 spacecraft, a key component of NASA's Project Mercury, represented a significant milestone in the United States' efforts in the space race during the Cold War era. Launched from Cape Canaveral, Florida, Shepard's compact, single-occupant spacecraft, named Freedom 7, was positioned atop a Redstone rocket. Precisely at 9:34 am Eastern Time, the rocket ascended with tremendous force, propelling Shepard to an altitude of 116 miles and achieving velocities exceeding 5,000 miles per hour. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Astronaut Alan Shepard Jr. rests in his capsule awaiting his trip into space from Cape Canaveral, Florida on May 5, 1961. File image/AP Despite its brief duration, the mission was revolutionary. Shepard experienced a state of weightlessness, executed a series of basic tests, and provided real-time verbal commentary throughout the flight. The entire journey lasted a mere 15 minutes and 22 seconds, culminating in a safe splashdown in the Atlantic Ocean, where he was subsequently recovered by personnel from the USS Lake Champlain. Alan Shepard later commanded Apollo 14 in 1971, becoming the fifth man to walk on the Moon, and the only Mercury astronaut to achieve that feat. This Day, That Year On this day in 1927, English author Virginia Woolf published To the Lighthouse. Mary Kries became the first woman to receive a US patent on this day in 1809.
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sigma CEO Kazuto Yamaki reveals the connection between the Sigma BF and Chanel No. 5 perfume
When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. Forget about technical specs. The most intriguing aspect of Sigma's newest camera, the BF, might be the philosophy baked into its name, which CEO Kazuto Yamaki says stands for "beautiful foolishness," reflecting a deliberate design philosophy rooted in Japanese culture and aesthetics. Where did this concept originate? And how did a bottle of Chanel No. 5 perfume influence the camera's design? We explored these questions and more in a conversation with Mr. Yamaki in Japan shortly after the camera's launch. "BF stands for beautiful foolishness, Mr. Yamaki explains. "This phrase was taken from the The Book of Tea, and the original phrase was 'a beautiful foolishness of things.'" He elaborates: "There are numerous things in the world, beautiful and ugly, useful and useless. In this context, the original implication of this book was to find beauty in seemingly worthless things, even though this world is judged good or bad based on a utilitarian value. That's the spirit of the tea ceremony. The author wanted to explain that it's a part of Japanese culture." The philosophy, Mr. Yamaki suggests, extends beyond appreciating the world to the very act of creating and using the camera. He sees the camera as embodying this principle in multiple ways. "I took the phrase as having multiple meanings. First, I took it because I liked this phrase. Second, using the camera in daily life can be beautiful foolishness because everyone has phone cameras in their pocket. Third, this is somewhat self-mocking, but I thought that, in order to achieve the best feel, spending seven hours to machine an aluminum ingot to make a part is quite beautiful foolishness." "Spending seven hours to machine an aluminum ingot to make a part is quite beautiful foolishness." Essentially, the camera itself is slightly irrational. It's a product where meticulous, perhaps even excessive, craftsmanship contributes to its unique appeal. But that's not necessarily a bad approach when everyone else is off doing the sensible thing. After all, being different is what sometimes allows you to create something iconic. Hold the BF, and you immediately sense that the camera is something special, even if its design doesn't fit the way you personally use a camera. That's not an accident. "When we started the project, there was an exhibition of Gabrielle Chanel in Tokyo," Mr. Yamaki explains. "In other words, Coco Chanel, she's the founder of Chanel. And, of course, the dresses from a long time ago were quite fascinating." "But the most fascinating item for me was a bottle of the Chanel No. 5 perfume. It was from 1921. Very simple and minimal, but very elegant, although it's a hundred years old. At that time, I thought I really wanted to make a camera that has a timeless value like the Chanel No. 5 bottle." While in pursuit of this "timeless value," Mr. Yamaki didn't involve himself directly in the design process. "I did not [suggest] any of my ideas into the design because I trusted the designer. So I did not say anything about the design. I like product design in general, but I don't believe it's good for the CEO of the company to say something about the design. Sometimes, it confuses the designer." The resulting design is a camera that isn't just unique. It's memorable. Just as Mr. Yamaki envisioned. Mr. Yamaki acknowledges the Sigma BF isn't intended for every photographer. It's about embracing the joy of photography and capturing everyday life in a way that brings you happiness. Beautiful foolishness, if you will. "It's about embracing the joy of photography and capturing everyday life in a way that brings you happiness. Beautiful foolishness, if you will." "It doesn't have to be BF, but once you have the camera, you try to find some beautiful scenes in your daily life. Maybe if you see the sunlight coming in, you see some contrast, and you want to take a picture with some kind of subject," he says. "So if you have the camera in your hand, try to take pictures, and it makes our life more meaningful. Right?" he posits. "So I think of the BF as a simple minimum camera, which you want to bring anytime. It's a nice camera to be on the table at a restaurant or bar, and then you can take pictures with a nice thing. That's the BF." Mr. Yamaki proudly notes that Sigma builds all of its products in its hometown of Aizu, Japan, a fact Sigma has started to incorporate into its marketing message. Between his philosophy of beautiful foolishness and simple but elegant design, we're curious if he sees the BF as a way of sharing Japanese culture with users. "I hope so," he tells us. "I would be happy if we could make a product that users can feel a 'Japanese touch' through, not only the design of the camera but also the quality of all of our products. We paid careful attention to every detail, which I believe is very Japanese culture." That meticulous attention extends beyond camera bodies and lenses to details like packaging. While many companies in the industry have moved to functional but rather pedestrian-looking recyclable cardboard, Sigma has infused its newest product boxes with subtle elegance and style, balancing sustainability with aesthetics. It's a nuance, but the type of detail that matters at Sigma. Mr. Yamaki's enthusiasm for his philosophy is both contagious and thought-provoking. Next time you go out to shoot, consider just capturing the beautiful foolishness of the world and life. Sometimes, it's best to metaphorically sit back, enjoy your cup of tea, and embrace whatever comes your way to find beauty, even in seemingly worthless things. 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Yahoo
02-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Demi Moore Models Chanel Tweed Short Suit at Pre-Oscar Dinner
Demi Moore wore one of Chanel's signature looks — with a twist — at the label's pre-Oscar dinner in Beverly Hills on Saturday. The Best Actress nominee modeled a design from Chanel's spring 2025 couture collection: a black and white tweed short suit trimmed with camellia appliqués. Moore accessorized with peep-toe pumps, jeweled camellia earrings and a gray flap bag. More from WWD Remembering Demi Moore's DIY Look at the 1989 Oscars: 'Worst Dressed' or Trendsetter? All About Coco Chanel's Greatest Innovations, From Chanel No.5 to the Little Black Dress Kerry Washington Adds Sparkle to a Little White Dress at CAA's Pre-Oscars Party The star of 'The Substance' was assisted by stylist Brad Goreski, who also counts Liv Tyler and Ashley Park of 'Emily in Paris' as clients. Moore wore her long dark tresses straightened, while her makeup consisted of shimmery champagne eyeshadow, rosy blush and a glossy pink lip. Chanel introduced its tweed skirt suit in the 1920s. The design was born out of founder Coco Chanel's relationship with the Duke of Westminster: the couple vacationed together in the Scottish highlands, where sportsmen favored suits fashioned out of the woolen knit. Chanel feminized the textile, making it lighter weight and spangling colorful skirt suits with fur trim, metallic thread and lion-encrusted buttons, a nod to the designer's zodiac sign. The camellia is also commonly associated with Chanel, as it appears in the form of brooches, scarf prints and even on packaging. The designer's flair for the floral dates back to her youth, when she first read Alexandre Dumas' 'The Lady of the Camellias.' Chanel resonated with the story's heroine, a courtesan who wore a white camellia as a token of availability. Last week, Moore won her first Screen Actors Guild Award for her role as Elisabeth Sparkle in 'The Substance.' At the ceremony, she donned a custom strapless leather corset gown by Bottega Veneta, which featured a tiered pleated skirt. Launch Gallery: Oscars Nominees Dinner 2025: Demi Moore, Timothée Chalamet and More [PHOTOS] Best of WWD Penélope Cruz's Oscar Looks Through the Years: Strapless Silhouettes by Chanel, Balmain and More Emma Stone's Oscars Dresses Through the Years: Givenchy Fringe, Louis Vuitton Peplum and More Designer Dresses Halle Berry's Oscars Dresses Through the Years: Oscar-winning in Elie Saab, 2023's Tamara Ralph Look and More
Yahoo
28-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Amid the £100,000 outfits at Chanel, this affordable luxury stood out
With all the hand-sewn beading and delicate-as-eyelashes tulle involved in their making, some of these Chanel evening dresses won't leave much change from £200,000. Even those tasteful little satin co-respondent wedge shoes will probably top out at around £1,200. This is couture week and its purpose is categorically not to be relatable. And yet… In a tough economic market – when even the super-rich have proved resistant to some of the more audacious price rises that the luxury brands say they have been forced to implement by the increased costs of raw materials – relatability, or a modicum of it, was exactly what Chanel served up in Paris on Monday. Lisa Armstrong All but five of its 55 looks featured models in a shade of Chanel matte-red lipstick, each customised to suit the models' individual skin tones. Chanel produces many reds – yours for around £32 and for many, an affordable luxury they're happy to fork out for. For the show, as many as three shades were blended together. While the black models wore paler colours, this was a demonstration of the universality of red: from blondes and redheads to brunettes, Indian and East Asian skins, there was a red to suit. But this seemed more than a lesson in make-up application. It's also a demonstration of the mighty economic firepower of beauty products. There's barely a high-luxury fashion label in Europe and the US that hasn't seen a torpid performance in sales of its clothes in the past 18 months. Even bags are proving a harder sell. To that point, there were no bags in this show – and that in itself is noteworthy. This is a house with a seemingly endless pipeline of infinite variations on its beloved quilted 2.55 gold chained bag (which was first launched in 1955) which it loves to send down the catwalk. Those natty tweed suits are normally accompanied by multiple jaunty bags, often several on one outfit. The Chanel bag's fertility rate is vigorous. But nor were there necklaces, earrings, hair accessories or any other iterations of Chanel's other signature – pearl jewellery. Not that the clothes didn't speak for themselves. Chanel's long-awaited new designer, Matthieu Blazy, will show his first collection in September. Until then, the anonymous Chanel team continues, most impressively, to hold the fort. This was a skillful, light-handed (if necessarily labour-intensive) display of all Chanel's strengths: bantam-weight tweeds, whispery fine chiffons and silks, sometimes bonded together in a single dress or jumpsuit. Hemlines were mainly above the knee. Shorts abounded – which will do nothing to move the dial. You either love shorts and already wear them in summer, or you don't. The suits with bright silk linings and collars looked fresh, and the evening dresses were ethereal without looking tweedy. Delightful for the 0.001 percent. By the way, if you're thinking Chanel missed a trick in not somehow acknowledging its most commercial product of all, Chanel No. 5, on the catwalk – a bottle was in each of the audience's goody bag.
