•"I’m quite happy to be thrown around, and hopefully my leg will stay on." Heather Mills, on the possibility that her prosthetic leg may come undone during competition on Dancing with the Stars. ( If she get evicted shell get legless)
•"Wow, no cellulite!" The blasé fashion crowd muttering to each other on seeing the naked Fur Protester flashing on the runway at the Valentino show in Paris.
•“I’m so f**king happy that I can wake up and do this every day. I like my music to speak for me. I hate talking about myself. Self-glorification is a big turn-off.” N*E*R*D’s Pharrell Williams loves talking about how he hates talking about himself.
•"It was murder. Jack had to get his monobrow tweezed, Dad wouldn’t wear his shirt and I had an anxiety attack putting my dress on." Kelly Osbourne getting ready for the Oscars (Nothing new for the Osbournes).
•"It’s not true. He’s way too old for me." Calista Flockhart on playing Harrison Ford’s love interest in the next Indiana Jones.
•"Everybody smokes more and says c**t a lot." Anne Hathaway working with an all-British cast in Becoming Jane.
•"The Police getting back together is amazing. But personally I’m more thrilled about Take That." Sting’s wife Trudie Styler.
•"Paris is thick and sometimes looks like a transvestite, even though she’s better looking than me. Also, she’s a socialite and I’m not." Peaches Geldof is very kind about her friend Paris Hilton
•"I don’t have a boyfriend right now. My career comes first and I don’t want any distractions. Work is where I want to focus and I’m not ready for a monogamous relationship." Lindsay Lohan explains why she is sleeping around (thick?)

I need a man that’s kind and understanding. Do you think that’s too much to ask of a billionaire? Because that’s what I need when I head into Hermes for the hot item du jour this week. It’s the flat Kelly bag. You see why have a Kelly bag that is structured and lady like when you can now have the Kelly bag that is foldable and flat? If your stomach can’t be flat at least your bag can.
$10,000 (approx) leather flat Kelly bag from Hermes.

•Marc Newson’s projects keep him crisscrossing the globe. Here, his travel hit list…..http://travelandleisure.com/articles/planet-newson
•KYLIE MINOGUE is fronting H&M’s new range of swimwear. The spring/summer collection, which is inspired by Australia, used the chic pop singer as both inspiration and model for the advertising campaign.Vogue.co.uk.
•In Paris? Head to Ellen von Unwerth’s Autoportraits de Mode exhibit at Le Bon Marché. Designers Vanessa Seward and Ivana Omazic, as well as actress Audrey Tautou, were some of the subjects who attended the opening of the three-part show, which includes self-portraits by actors, models, muses, journalists, and critics. WWD
•Then head to a groovy restaurant called Fish is on the Left Bank. It is Mediterranean with a warm, rustic atmosphere. The owners also have a wine shop called Le Dernier Goutte (Dear Francophiles, please don’t yell at me if I’ve spelled that wrong. I couldn’t find the exact name anywhere. Fish is at 69 rue de Seine) from WashingtonPost.com•Also in Paris; David Lynch opened his first art exhibition at the Fondation Cartier. The Air Is on Fire features over 800 otherworldly paintings, doodles, script excerpts, photos, videos, and sound installations that took him three and a half years to compile. "I just saved a lot of stuff, but I never expected it to be shown—it took a team like the one at Cartier to make it all happen”. Vogue.co.UK
•Kate Moss and Pete Doherty were photographed in their first official shoot together for American Vogue’s April issue by Mario Testino in a London nightclub.
•A controversial behind-the-scenes film that depicts the legendary couturier Yves Saint Laurent as a confused and insecure shadow of his former self and whose release has been blocked for years by legal problems, has been premiered at the Berlin Film Festival. Celebration was described by one critic as "a biting documentary", which shows Saint Laurent walking around "in a daze".
•Here are some groovy Hotels from Travel and Leisure’s Design Awards: ( some already reported on The FiFi Report)
•Duomo Hotel www.duomohotel.com
•Hotel Marqués de Riscal www.luxurycollection.com
•21C Museum Hotel www.21cmuseumhotel.com
Some Groovy restaurants from Travel and Leisure’s Design Awards….
•Buddakan in New York; www.buddakannyc.com
•Centovini In New York www.centovinibar.com
•Morimoto in New York www.morimotonyc.com
•Mudam Café at the Musée d’Art Moderne Grand-Duc Jean in Luxembourg www.mudam.lu.

http://www.dirtydirtydancing.com/
It’s groovy photos from hip London clubs

http://www.goingtohospital.com/home.html
Julie Lantry from Bulb in Double Bay and Rosie Nice from Nice Things have created this cute website and it’s perfect for anyone going to Hospital…

•Lindsay Lohan has decided to lose her signature red hair color (once again) and go back to being blonde “ Because nothing says "I’m not as dumb as you think" than blonde hair. Is this how she expects to be taken more seriously? She’d get more respect if she was wearing a Hitler mustache and clown shoes.” Thesuperficial.
•Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal have been spotted hopping between each other’s homes and hotel rooms.
•Britney did not try to commit suicide.
•The always classy OJ Simpson is claiming that he might be the father of Anna Nicole Smith’s baby. "He said he knew Anna Nicole pretty well, and he said he had slow-moving sperm, and he might be the father." Thesuoperficial ( very slow).
•Robbie Williams got out of rehab..and then lit up a fag and hit the town.
•Nicole Kidman got a wedgie on holiday with Keith in the Caribbean.
•Kirsten Dunst was spotted reading Carl Sagan’s "The Varieties of Scientific Experience" while hanging out on a Maui beach. I’m assuming she’s reading the book to try and understand how a person can spend as much time in the sun as she does and still be pale’ Thesuperficial.
•Penelope Cruz has sparked reports she is secretly a Scientologist. Very secret.•Nicole Richie was treated for dehydration last Friday while working on The Simple Life and was taken to a hospital after feeling ill. She was given intravenous fluids before being released. Looks like eating isn’t the only concept that eludes Nicole Richie. You know how you battle dehydration? You drink something. It’s not exactly a medical mystery. She’s so dumb she was probably rubbing her elbows in orange juice and going, "Is this right? Am I doing this right? I’m doing it! I’m drinking!" Thesuperficial
•Oscar nominee Djimon Hounsou is dating Kimora Lee from Baby Phat.
•Brad & Angelina have confirmed they are adopting again. They can adopt me. I don’t cry.Much.
•Heather Mills has demanded a whopping $24,000 per day from estranged husband Paul McCartney, saying she needs the money just to "get by". Sounds good to

Burning Bright (Hardcover) by Tracy Chevalier
‘If you loved Girl with a Pearl Earring, you will not be disappointed with this new novel by Tracy Chevalier. But where the previous novel moved speedily, this one is slower. Set in 18th century England a family of modest means moves to the British capital from the countryside. The father receives an invitation to come to London to join the circus as builder of all sorts of things. This family tale settles for the most part on the shoulders of the two youngest children, a boy and a girl, and a girl they befriend, who introduces them to the byways of the great metropolis’…..slow but enjoyable
$16 http://www.amazon.com/Publisher: Dutton Adult (March 20, 2007)

The Christmas List
Le Book New York 2007
‘The less Azzedine Alaïa deigns to be involved in the fashion system, the more his influence seems to grow. The Spring and now Fall runways have been bursting with nods, subtle or not, to the high hemlines, corseted waists, and body-hugging silhouettes that Alaïa perfected in the eighties. Fitting, then, that the Tunisian-born, Paris-based designer has been chosen to “dress” this year’s NYC edition of Le Book—the fashion media directory—in a joint effort with his longtime collaborator, French artist Jean-Paul Goude. The edition includes the designer’s sketches, Goude’s iconic collages, and charming photographs, all featuring the diminutive mega-talent in quirky scenarios (peeking out of a stack of boxes, and from beneath a billowing skirt). In a word: inimitable’ From www.Style.com
$199 Le Book New York 2007 from www.lebook.com.

Economy Class
MNG:
For the perfect cotton and very transeasonsal trouser suit buy the black jacket with front patch pockets $129 and the matching skinny pants $99.95; grab one of the groovy T shirts with all sorts of print on the front; $39.95 and then throw over the fabulous classic stone trench $259.95. Buy The black patent ruched Prada ish bag for about $200.
Cue:
Love the pretty soft tie front blue blouse $129 also in lots of other pretty pastel colours. Buy the brown wide belt $109; the brown wool large window pane check tulip skirt $199 and the most divine short puff dress with a very fitted bodice and a pretty scoop neck in a black pinstripe $289. There is a simple classic trousersuit the jacket is $259, and trousers are$179. Check out the fab wide black patent wide belt $119; the simple high waisted black tulip skirt $179; the groovy black patent tote $299 and the chic burgundy patent belt $59. Love the brown and black patent tote $249 and the fabulous pretty print trapeze dress with a ruffle along the hem: I love it . it has belll sleeves and it’s in soft browns and blues. $279.
Sportsgirl;
Lots of cute pieces in but the best buys are the very Chloe tall tote grey bag $59.95 and the divine little 60’s black shift Jackie O Style dress $129.90. The multi print pink mini dress is hot. $99.95.
Nine West:
The round toe wedges in grey or black suede with a patent heel are cool $139; and so are the Black patent pointy boots $329. There are also some bargainslouch bag $89 and some simple chic black sling back heels with a big buckle $129.
Portmans
Head here for some cute grey wide bracelets $14.95; fabulous simple poloneck short sleeves fine grey knits $49.95; and classic grey rib cardigans $69.95. The cute black patent clutch is a great buy $19.95; and the black and white check trilby hat is a bargain for $39.95. There are red oversize outrageous sunglasses $29.95; funky black bead bracelets $14.95; and a big black jet ring $14.95.
Esprit:
There are some cute accessories here: Go for the brown corduroy cap $24.95 and the big oversized cream bag $119.
Jag: I spy a chix black velvet single breasted blazer; perfect for day to evening $139
Witchery:
My favourite best buy here is this week is the fabulous caramel silk ish ¾ length parka al Prada $189.95; and I adore the soft pastel pink chiffon blouse with a trapeze shape and drawstring necklne $129.95
Just Jeans:
Check out the cute big grey check felt bag $39.95; a bargain with black patent handles. It’s like a carpet bag. Also how much do we love the red leather bomber jacket $149? It’s a must buy. The black grey check cap is cool $19.95.
Wittner Shoes: The black square toe flats with a big square buckle a la Roger Vivier ( as reported !) Are the best buy here also in red: $119.95. check out the simple peep toe black ankle strap platforms $129; the groovy suede short boots $149.95; the brown ruched Miu Miu bag $189.95 and buy the sweet gold ballet flats $109.95.
Supre:
If you are after a cheap but chic little sweater dress this winter to wear now then head here for the cute knit dress with short sleeves; it’s very short so I hope you have the legs? It’s great in brown $40. The charcoal pleat front trousers are classic and no on ewill ever know they are Supre so just relax about that (especially if you take the label out.) $70.

Business Class;
Country Road: This season look fabulous. Buy the black wooden necklaces $49.95; the must have cream leather belt $69.95 ( as reported last week) ; the dark navy chic full sleeve soft blouse $139 and the V neck knits with the full sleeves in red or grey $99. The black wedges with a stacked heel are cool $139.95 and will great with the simple slouchey grey trousers $179 with the black and white stripe herringbone scarf $59.95. You should buy the groovy big white Shoulder strap Hobo $229; the fab patent burgundy belt $59.00 and the hip little cuffed grey button detail shorts $159. Love the fab black patentwedges $139 and of course the very marni soft blue grey and cream print tunic $139. The black skinny patent belt will go with all the trousers in your wardrobe $49.95 and so will the funky grey tubular scarf $59.95. Get the washed red barrel bag $179 to brighten up the black and grey and grab your black full sleeve parka $199; the groovy tan really long gloves gloves $129 and the big tan tote $199 and you’re off.
Saba:
The best buys here would be the fabulous little full skirt with buttons down the front and slightly mini $179 and the divine trapeze short crop jacket $488. Don’t go anywhere else for a white cuffed shirt or classic pants.
Max and Co:
Love the winter collection in here and there are so many great pieces: Best buys include the black crop jacket, it’s double breasted $640 in a almost mohair wool, the prettiest red chiffon print dress $395 and the sexy fur trim scarf $195. Buy the black or grey peacoat in wool melton for about $500. Divine.
David Lawrence: Go here for the best classic sinlge breasted stone trench $299.
Arthur Gallan:
Check out the fabulous winter collection: Buy up on the long sleeve T shirts in all sorts of colours $129; the fabulous grey drape front dresses about $198; the divine nubuck grey drawstring cape $698 and groovy drape prince of Wales check strapless dress $398.

First Class:
AUTUMN/WINTER 2007-8: SHOWS ROUND-UP …from Vogue UK
BALENCIAGA was the show of the week - no, maybe Dior was the winning show but Balenciaga’s was the winning collection with buyers, stylists and Vogue editors alike singing its praises and vying for first place on its waitings lists. Paris Fashion Week came to an end last night and as the fashion crowd disperse to every corner of the globe to recover from the style marathon and plan their winter wardrobes, fashion shoots and store windows, we bring you the first word on what you’ll be wearing next winter:
MODERN FABRICS - Miuccia Prada produced almost an entire collection based on a new subtly glittering nylon, while even Lara Bohinc’s handbags come in sporty, stretchy fabrics these days. For winter you can give the cashmere a rest and go top to toe in new sheeny materials. Our favourites? The Miu Miu heels.
FUTURISTIC: A result of the above, an obsession with the newest technology went close to alien proportions at Hussein Chalayan. Elsewhere it was more subtle - and do-able, with embossed silks and shiny treated fur and leather ready for a trip to the moon with Branson.
TIGHTS: Remaining opaque, they are thicker and ribbed and in every colour you can think of. At Miu Miu last night they were pulled up high above the waistband of skirts with cardigans tucked in. Sound strange? In coral it looked surprisingly appealing.RIDGED FUR: in chevons of black and white or brown and black - and fur is becoming increasingly casual, worn inside a hooded jacket or in strips on the front of a dress. Lanvin, YSL and Giles were among those who whipped it around the cuffs of cashmere coats, too.
BOMBER JACKETS: Put one on your shopping list - Berardi’s were particularly tempting - and they are high luxe in fur, silk and leather.
TWEED: As well as everywhere, it is sexy, form-fitting and mixed with a little lame for star power.
GREY - It’s returned as the colour of the winter but it won’t depress us as it did last year. From Versace to Vuitton it appeared in every shade from icy to darkest steel and looked both romantic and powerful.
PUF BALL HEMS - For coats and skirts, it’s a feminine statement and not a silly Eighties fad.
UNIFOMRS - Berardi and Givenchy both had stand-out military moments.
HUGE KNITS - They appeared first at Giles and were repeated throughout the season, from YSL to Collette Dinnigan.
DIRNDLS - Christopher Kane started it and the world has followed suit.FULL BACKS: Fashion’s search for innovative silhouettes has landed a new emphasis on the back, with coats and dresses growing out behind the models at Lanvin, Vuitton, Bottega Veneta and with regularity in New York and London, too.
HAIR AND MAKE UP: It’s Veronica Lake all the way, baby, with kissy kissy plum lips.

Roast Chilli paste:….. Adulterated from Donna Hay
I saw this recipe and fell in love. Chili! Garlic! Olive oil! All roasted together. This is hot but fabulous. Like the latest Jimmy Choo bag. But watch out. All you just need is a tiny Manolo stiletto heel dollop to set you on fire. Divine on roast salmon, chicken or just plonked on crusty white bread and with cheese.

You need for ½ cup
8 small red chillies
1 big head of garlics, cloves separated
½ teasp cumin seeds
Sel et poivre
Add Lime juice if too hot.

•Preheat oven to 180
•Grab a chic oven tray
•Separate the garlic so all the gloves are pulled apart. Don’t peel them you want them to keep their little coats on while they roast.
•Grab a fork and pull the chillies out of the freezer. That’s where you should keep them. Don’t touch them with your fingers and rub your eyes. Waterproof mascara will not stand that test.
•Plonk chillies whole on baking tray
•Sprinkle over Cumin seeds as well
•Drizzle over the Olive oil. Add more if you need to.
•Roast it in the oven until the garlics smell divine and are soft and gooey like your thighs. The chillies skins should be a little burnt and blackened.
•Donna Hay says to roast for 10 minutes. I say Roast for about 25 minutes. Please explain
•Now throw chillies garlics, cumin, oil and salt and pepper in a whizzer or just bash them up in a mortar and pestle until smooth.
•Spread it over salmon or chicken to marinate before you roasting.
•Keep in the fridge but it won’t last long!

Notes on a Scandal …..Directed by Richard Eyre of the Northern Theatre of LondonBased on: The novel by Zoe Heller with a screenplay by Patrick Marber and a score by Philip Glass
Genre: thriller
Who: Cate Blanchett, Judi Dench, Bill Nighy.
The Plot: London 2006. Bored, bourgeois, married school teacher seduces young school boy. Befriends bitter and twisted spinster teacher. She becomes obsessed. Scandal is revealed of love affair between teacher and pupil. There is shouting. A lot of Screaming. Bitter and twister creepy spinster relishes taking notes on the scandal. Bitter and twisted becomes more bitter and twisted. If that’s possible. Bribery and corruption. More screaming. More obsessions. A silly ending.The end.
Acting: fabulous.
Design: Cate Blanchett’s house in London especially her studio is all rather arty and chic.
Wardrobe: Cate Blachett wears groovy trench coats and chic trousers, groovy sweaters. Very Miu Miu and Marni. Judi Dench as the B&T spinster is just a frump. She should be on What Not to Wear.
Salon de Beaute: Cate Blanchett’s hair and makeup is a bit too glamourous and she always looks a bit too perfect. Even with mascara running down her face. Judi Dench wears a wig so she has shocking, frumpy hair. Her makeup and wrinkly face is an inspiration for plastic surgery and moisturizer. See her and rush home to immediately apply Erase those Fine Lines.
Botox: Has Cate had it? I think so. Has Judi had it? Doubt it. Do you need it? Yes, absolutely in the creepy bits.
Waterproof Mascara: Not funny Jan.
Blood ’n’ Guts: No blood although you would like to kill Judi Dench.
Mind drifted to shopping: When thinking about Judi Dench’s makeover.
Smokin’ smooches: Ooh la la. In awkward places.
Car chases: Not one.
Rename It: Fatal Attraction (It’s a pussy boiler).
Movie Mistake #1There’s a scene where Barbara Covett is writing in her journal and the voice-over refers to it as "A Gold Star Day," and we see a close-up shot of Barbara’s index finger pasting a gold star on the page of her journal; her fingernail is unpolished and just a bit grimy. In the next shot, we see Barbara still writing in her journal but now her nails are polished pink. (You can see this in the clip "Gold Star Day," which is on the film’s website).
Best Review; “A wonderfully salacious and psychologically controlling character piece, which brilliantly showcases two of the industry’s more gifted actresses.” Hollywood.com
Best Worst Review: A mental slasher movie with strong lead performances, but too many literary pretenses to mask that it’s little more than an 80-minute buildup to a throwdown between Oscar-winning actresses with no real sense of the story’s leverage and lust” State Journal-Register.
See it or donate to the Prada Bag fund? It’s a fabulous thriller but watching such a B&T frump will make rush, and I mean rush, to Prada to recover.
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