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Thursday, 6 June 2013
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Artist immortalises Kim Kardashian's nude pregnant body
She's never been one to shy away from showing her body.
But an LA artist's new creation may be a step too far for even fame-hungry Kim Kardashian.
The pregnant reality star's nude form has been preserved in all it's glory by celebrity artist Daniel Edwards.
The sculptor's new show L.A. Fertility features a life size nude of Kim - and the artist's imagined version of her unborn foetus.
The art pieces debut in Los Angeles at the LAB Art Gallery, on Wednesday, and visitors are encouraged to 'give a respectful rub' on Kim's baby bump for 'good luck and success'.
The statue, which boasts 'lactiferous breasts' and a 'voluminous' belly, according to the artist's press release was inspired by Edwards desire to change peoples minds about the female form.
Adding: 'Such criticism should be off limits.'
The artist went on to explain to Los Angeles Magazine: 'People tend to look at the parts, like the creases in her armpits, or how she wore a dress that makes her look like a killer whale.
'I'm stripping it of the details people get stuck on, so they can see the beauty.'
But he also wants art goers to get a tactile feel for his homage, saying he wanted visitors to rub Kim's belly in a kind of 'reference to Buddha' as he sees the Kardashian as 'the ultimate symbol of fertility'.
The exhibit also features a bronze of Edwards' imagining of Kim and Kanye West's foetus and is joined by another in utero portrait of Kate Middleton and Prince William's unborn child - wearing the crown Queen Elizabeth wore as a princess
The artist's publicist stated: 'We live in a media-absorbed culture where anyone can access and share a celebrity's most intimate moments.
'Daniel visually captures that intimacy.'
Edwards first shot to fame for his controversial statue of Britney Spears giving birth to her son Sean Preston as she crouched naked on a bear skin rug, in 2006.
Some of his other famous works include a bronze nude of Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez, still teenagers at the time, with a Canadian maple leaf and a Texas lone star covering their most intimate parts, in 2011.
And in 2009, he made a statue of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie in a lovers' embrace titled simply Brangelina.
But an LA artist's new creation may be a step too far for even fame-hungry Kim Kardashian.
The pregnant reality star's nude form has been preserved in all it's glory by celebrity artist Daniel Edwards.
Immortalised: Kim Kardashian's pregnant form was sculpted by celebrity artist Daniel Edwards for his show L.A. Fertility opening in Los Angeles at the LAB Art Gallery, on Wednesday
Eye of the beholder: The artist says he finds Kim's full figure and curves to be 'the ultimate symbol of fertility'
The art pieces debut in Los Angeles at the LAB Art Gallery, on Wednesday, and visitors are encouraged to 'give a respectful rub' on Kim's baby bump for 'good luck and success'.
Admirer: Edwards stated he was 'put-off by the media's criticism' of Kim's 'weight gain during pregnancy', the reality star pictured in Los Angeles, in May
L.A. fertility: The buff features 'lactiferous breasts' and a 'voluminous' belly to entice art-goers to rub Kim's baby bump, according to the artist
'I was inspired by the beauty of Kim Kardashian and felt quite put-off by the media’s criticism of her weight gain during pregnancy,' Edwards said on his website. Adding: 'Such criticism should be off limits.'
The artist went on to explain to Los Angeles Magazine: 'People tend to look at the parts, like the creases in her armpits, or how she wore a dress that makes her look like a killer whale.
'I'm stripping it of the details people get stuck on, so they can see the beauty.'
Premonitory exhibition: The show includes a pre-natal portrait of Kate Middleton and Prince William's child wearing a crown (L) as well as a bronze of Kim and Kanye's baby (R) in utero
Replica: Edwards posed for a snap cradling his depiction of Kim and Kanye West's unborn fetus as he struck a pose next to his pregnant statue
The artist's publicist stated: 'We live in a media-absorbed culture where anyone can access and share a celebrity's most intimate moments.
'Daniel visually captures that intimacy.'
Glamour shot: Kim posted a selfie to Instagram on the day of the art opening with the caption 'Side parting it today'
Bejewelled: Edwards adorned his creation with a headpiece and earrings
Edwards first shot to fame for his controversial statue of Britney Spears giving birth to her son Sean Preston as she crouched naked on a bear skin rug, in 2006.
Some of his other famous works include a bronze nude of Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez, still teenagers at the time, with a Canadian maple leaf and a Texas lone star covering their most intimate parts, in 2011.
And in 2009, he made a statue of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie in a lovers' embrace titled simply Brangelina.
Attention stealer: The artist first came to prominence with a 2006 sculpture of a nude Britney Spears giving birth on a bearskin rug
Wednesday, 5 June 2013
Birthday girl Mollie King shows her svelte side in revealing sheer panel dress as she leads The Saturdays at Glamour Women of the Year Awards
Mollie King unceremoniously stole the spotlight from the rest of her bandmates as she headed out on Tuesday evening.
The Saturdays star stood out as she led the way at the Glamour Women of the Year Awards Reception, held at Berkeley Square Gardens in a red dress.
The 26-year-old was easily the centre of attention, but in fairness she was celebrating her birthday at the event and so could be forgiven for trying to be the focal point.
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Mollie slipped her curves into a rather revealing red dress that gave the impression of showing off a lot of skin.
From a distance the singer looked like she was dangerously close to suffering a wardrobe malfunction as her frock was cut suggestively around her decolletage.
However, on closer inspection she was saved from any blushes by a sheer material covering her from all angles.
The day had gone well for the birthday girl and she thanked all of her well wishers on Twitter for their messages.
She tweeted: 'Thank you so much for all the lovely bday messages! I’m having the best day so far & the sun has even come out! Bring on more fun tonight x'.
Mollie's interesting red satin dress proved quite a handful for her as she had to pick up the small train whenever she wanted to walk around.
In contrast Vanessa White had no such manoeuvring problems as she showed off her legs in a short black dress.
The 23-year-old was looking ravishing as she dared to bare a large portion of her cleavage in a very low-cut V-neck dress that was covered in sequins.
With her dark brunette hair given some serious volume to achieve a 1980s style, she gave Mollie a good run for her money in the fashion stakes.
Flaming red head Una Healy dressed responsibly in a purple strapless dress that also featured some eye-catching sequined patterns.
The 31-year-old may not have been standing out in her gown, but she easily looked the best with her curled hair and effortless beauty.
Pregnant Frankie Sandford also attended despite having complained recently about her changing wardrobe due to her impending baby.
The brunette hid her baby bump underneath a plain black dress that featured a sheer panel around the lower leg area.
According to the Daily Star she recently said: 'It's making me really impatient, I just want it to be out now. I've even had to start wearing lower heels'.
The Saturdays star stood out as she led the way at the Glamour Women of the Year Awards Reception, held at Berkeley Square Gardens in a red dress.
The 26-year-old was easily the centre of attention, but in fairness she was celebrating her birthday at the event and so could be forgiven for trying to be the focal point.
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Red alert: Mollie King stood out in her red dress as she attended the Glamour Awards Reception on Tuesday with The Saturdays
Sheer star: Mollie's dress gave the impression that she was bearing a lot of skin
However, on closer inspection she was saved from any blushes by a sheer material covering her from all angles.
Well covered: On closer inspection Mollie's revealing dress featured a protective sheer layer to save her blushes
The birthday girl: Mollie was celebrating one more year as she attended the awards
Her best side: The birthday girl certainly stood out as she arrived with bandmates Vanessa White, Una Healy and Frankie Sandford
She tweeted: 'Thank you so much for all the lovely bday messages! I’m having the best day so far & the sun has even come out! Bring on more fun tonight x'.
Mollie's interesting red satin dress proved quite a handful for her as she had to pick up the small train whenever she wanted to walk around.
Fashion wars: Mollie was given some stiff competition from Vanessa who opted for a short and low-cut number
Look at me: Vanessa did her best to compete for attention with big 1990s hair and a very low cut dress
The 23-year-old was looking ravishing as she dared to bare a large portion of her cleavage in a very low-cut V-neck dress that was covered in sequins.
With her dark brunette hair given some serious volume to achieve a 1980s style, she gave Mollie a good run for her money in the fashion stakes.
Flaming red head Una Healy dressed responsibly in a purple strapless dress that also featured some eye-catching sequined patterns.
Elegance and grace: Una Healy and Frankie Sandford gave a lesson in how to dress
Strike a pose: The girls, minus Rochelle Wiseman, opted for very different looks at the awards
Their chariot awaits: Vanessa and Mollie chatted as they were driven to the awards show
Pregnant Frankie Sandford also attended despite having complained recently about her changing wardrobe due to her impending baby.
The brunette hid her baby bump underneath a plain black dress that featured a sheer panel around the lower leg area.
According to the Daily Star she recently said: 'It's making me really impatient, I just want it to be out now. I've even had to start wearing lower heels'.
Front and centre: Despite Mollie's red dress, Vanessa was impossible to ignore in her revealing frock
Tuesday, 4 June 2013
Sophie Wessex is a windswept vision in white as she arrives at the Queen's coronation celebrations
London's notoriously windy weather almost got the better of the Countess of Wessex as she arrived at Westminster Abbey for the Queen's coronation celebrations.
Sporting a stunning white lace dress with a scalloped hem by favourite designer, Bruce Oldfield, and a beautiful white picture hat by milliner, Jane Taylor, the Countess looked elegant, although she struggled to keep her headgear in place.
But despite the unhelpful breeze, the wife of Prince Edward looked in good spirits as she made her way into the cathedral alongside her cheerfully grinning husband.
The royal couple were accompanied by their nine-year-old daughter, Lady Louise Windsor, and their nieces, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie.
Their five-year-old son, Viscount Severn, was not at the Abbey but the rest of the the senior royals and crowned heads from all over Europe did make an appearance.
Like the Countess of Wessex, both the Duchess of Cambridge and the Duchess of Cornwall plumped for pale, summery shades as did Princess Michael of Kent.
The Queen, too, wore a suit made from ivory jacquard - the same colour in which she was crowned 53 years ago, as did her daughter, Princess Anne.
Two who chose more formal, dark colours were the princesses, Beatrice and Eugenie, who looked elegant in navy blue and teal dresses.
Sporting a stunning white lace dress with a scalloped hem by favourite designer, Bruce Oldfield, and a beautiful white picture hat by milliner, Jane Taylor, the Countess looked elegant, although she struggled to keep her headgear in place.
But despite the unhelpful breeze, the wife of Prince Edward looked in good spirits as she made her way into the cathedral alongside her cheerfully grinning husband.
Elegant: A windswept Sophie Wessex arrives at Westminster Abbey accompanied by Prince Edward
The white stuff: The Countess joined the Duchess of Cambridge and the Queen and plumped for a pale frock
Their five-year-old son, Viscount Severn, was not at the Abbey but the rest of the the senior royals and crowned heads from all over Europe did make an appearance.
Like the Countess of Wessex, both the Duchess of Cambridge and the Duchess of Cornwall plumped for pale, summery shades as did Princess Michael of Kent.
The Queen, too, wore a suit made from ivory jacquard - the same colour in which she was crowned 53 years ago, as did her daughter, Princess Anne.
Two who chose more formal, dark colours were the princesses, Beatrice and Eugenie, who looked elegant in navy blue and teal dresses.
Stylish: The Countess has reinvented herself in recent years and is now one of the most fashionable royals
Excited: Little Lady Louise Windsor looked thrilled to be at the Abbey and sat between her parents
Chic: Both the Duchess of Cornwall and the Duchess of Cambridge plumped for pale hues and big hats
Celebration: The Queen stole the show as she made her way into the Abbey in an elegant ivory coat
Flattering: Prince Andrew's daughters, Beatrice and Eugenie, chose more sober hues of teal and navy
Colourful: Zara Phillips accompanied her husband Mike Tindall into the cathedral wearing a bright yellow dress
Pretty: Both Princess Anne and her daughter-in-law, Autumn Phillips, chose a gorgeous powder pink hue
Pale and interesting: Princess Michael of Kent chose a chic eau de nil suit for her appearance at the Abbey
Anniversary: It is 60 years since the Queen was crowned at Westminster Abbey on 2nd June 1953
They say what happens on tour stays on tour.
But Chris Brown isn’t being so coy about his shenanigans after breaking up with Rihanna for the umpteenth time.
The 24-year-old was spotted leaving a nightclub at 5am on Sunday night and he didn’t depart alone.
Chris slinked away from EVR in New York City accompanied by burly minders and a selection of ladies was waiting for him back at the tour bus.
It looks like the girls may have taken his Twitter invite quite seriously as he asked followers to turn up to his promotional appearance in the Big Apple.
‘Come join me at the ZING Vodka after party at EVR NYC tonight,’ he had earlier tweeted.
The musician walked out of the venue wearing dark blue jeans and crisp white trainers with a backwards cap.
He teamed it with an intricately patterned T-shirt and gold chain with flashy watch for the bash held by an alcohol brand.
Chris’ extravagant appearance obviously pulled in females of romantic interest as an assortment belly and leg-baring beauties were seen hopping on and off the mode of transport and accommodation.
His on/off partner Karrueche Tran didn’t seem too happy about the entertainment for the evening but stuck by his side and kept a watchful eye over the singer.
Apparently Chris even danced to songs by his ex as well as her mentor Jay-Z's as well as his own.
She gave the competition just why she has been kept around for so long as she strutted around the venue wearing a fitted mini-dress and pink high heels.
Chris and pop star Rihanna broke up yet again last month with Chris revealing he would be enjoying his birthday without during an Australian radio interview.
He told the Kyle and Jackie O show: ‘I can’t really be focussed on wife-ing somebody that young.’
But Chris Brown isn’t being so coy about his shenanigans after breaking up with Rihanna for the umpteenth time.
The 24-year-old was spotted leaving a nightclub at 5am on Sunday night and he didn’t depart alone.
To the after party: Chris Brown forgot about Rihanna by dancing in a club until 5am on Sunday night
It looks like the girls may have taken his Twitter invite quite seriously as he asked followers to turn up to his promotional appearance in the Big Apple.
‘Come join me at the ZING Vodka after party at EVR NYC tonight,’ he had earlier tweeted.
Unimpressed: His on/off girlfriend Karrueche Tran didn't look happy about his shenanigans
By his side: Karrueche kept a watchful eye inside EVR nightclub in New York City while dancing to Rihanna, Jay-Z and his own songs
He teamed it with an intricately patterned T-shirt and gold chain with flashy watch for the bash held by an alcohol brand.
Chris’ extravagant appearance obviously pulled in females of romantic interest as an assortment belly and leg-baring beauties were seen hopping on and off the mode of transport and accommodation.
Popular guy: Flesh-flashing ladies were spotted hopping on and off the bus
Brunette groupies: Chris, 24, recently spoke about how he was not ready to settle down
Apparently Chris even danced to songs by his ex as well as her mentor Jay-Z's as well as his own.
She gave the competition just why she has been kept around for so long as she strutted around the venue wearing a fitted mini-dress and pink high heels.
Chris and pop star Rihanna broke up yet again last month with Chris revealing he would be enjoying his birthday without during an Australian radio interview.
He told the Kyle and Jackie O show: ‘I can’t really be focussed on wife-ing somebody that young.’
The ex: Barbadian-born singer Rihanna is currently touring the world
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