Kate Middleton wears Smythe blazer and striped vest for her second day at the equestrian events

We're a little disappointed that the Duchess of Cambridge's desire not to upstage the athletes during the Olympics 2012 means that she's sticking to a simple uniform to attend events. Today she headed to Greenwich once again armed with her faithful navy blue and gold buttoned Smythe blazer to watch Prince William's cousin Zara Phillips compete in the equestrian eventing.

Despite the cooler weather and rain Kate ditched her Team GB shirt in favour of a striped sleeveless vest showing off her seriously toned arms.

She did eventually wrap up in a Team GB jacket.

Before a very gentlemanly Prince Harry spared her from the showers - using a London 2012 umbrella of course!

It was a great day out for the royals including Prince William, Prince Harry, Princess Beatrice and Princess Anne as they witnessed Zara and her teammates finish second place in the competition.

For more of Kate Middleton's style hits, check out our mammoth look book of her greatest style hits right here.

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5pm Fix: The Sell Out Zara AW12 Booties - Back In Stock And Yours To Buy Now!

Only a few months ago when these amazing studded ankle boots from Zara hit the shop floors, it was love at first sight. Inspired by a past season designer fave, ahem,  they sold out like hot cakes meaning we were left with nothing but disappointment. Sigh. Not only do we love the sharp black leather contrasted with the gold stud detailing but cowboy/cubana style boots are a massive trend for the season ahead, so hurrah to those clever folk at Zara who have, unsually delivered another batch of this sell-out style. Don't risk heading down to store...we have given you the heads up, so click them before they go!!!

Studded ankle boot, £119, Zara

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Watch Alexa Chung, Marc Jacobs And Laetitia Casta Speak At Louis Vuitton's Art Of Travel Celebration In Shanghai

Louis Vuitton opened in Shanghai just a few weeks ago, but the city has already held a huge LV party! Marc Jacobs, Alexa Chung, Laetita Casta and Poppy Delevigne all attended the Vuitton Art Of Travel Celebration to mark 20 years of stores in China.

This video of the event features Alexa Chung in a snakeprint khaki beret, Poppy Delevigne with a soft up-do and plum lip and Laetitia Casta with a gorgeous smoky eye; each of them talking about the amazing show they got to see (and that there are sneak peaks of in the video).

The stars got to experience the arrival of the Vuitton Express steam train carrying a hoard of models (plus porters carrying their LV luggage obv) in a fashion show similar to one in Paris.

The models wore retro inspired dresses and coats, with large jeweled buttons. Colours range from classic camels to fun glitter pinks. Accessories include patent b ooties and soft silk top hats.

The 50's vibes of the catwalk show were balanced with light shows projected on to the city's buildings.

Marc Jacobs said: "It seems like everyone really enjoyed it. I feel like I received a great gift tonight!"

Check out the event for yourself in the video below.

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VIDEO: Alexander McQueen's Autumn/Winter 2012 Fashion Film By David Sims

As if Sarah Burton’s vision for Alexander McQueen’s autumn/winter’12-13 collection wasn’t other-worldly enough with all those undulating and exploding frills and feathers and horse-hoof boots, then this David Sims directed video for the new line will do it. The two minute fashion film stars Finnish model Suvi Kopenen – who is more than acquainted with the collection after opening the show in Paris and recently starring in the new campaign Sims also shot – wearing just one dress (look 30 to be exact) and the runway’s star styling piece, the OTT sci-fi visors.

There’s no denying the film’s trippy nature: it’s one part Superman’s Fortress of Solitude (you kno w, the spiky ice cave thingy) to one part pumping ‘90s tie-dye heavy rave. But McQueen and Sims aren’t the only fashion folk experimenting in the surreal film department. We recently brought you Kenzo’s pattern-happy cartoony Pre-Fall video shot by Quentin Jones (she of the Victoria Beckham vids) and a sneak peek at Tilda Swinton’s turn in a fashion performance piece out later this year. Plus, we’ve been LOLing over Lily Donaldson’s Fashion Fetish mini movie for Showstudio.com, too; she’s lingerie-clad and wearing a fancy dress tiger’s head. Natch.

So what exactly is going on in fashiondom right now? With runways chock-full of novelty items and cartoon-inspired prints, plus a celebration of the similarly surreal ways of designers Miuccia Prada and Elsa Schiaparelli (not to mention the former’s imminent relaunch) going on the Met Museum in New York, it’s no wonder there’ s some funny fashion business going down.

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Kate Middleton wears a lavender Roksanda Ilincic dress to attend a reception at the Royal Academy of Arts

The Duchess of Cambridge already looked picture perfect in a preppy Smythe blazer and Stuart Weitzman wedges when she watched Prince William's cousin Zara Phillips compete at the equestrian events in Greenwich Park today, but she has just stepped out in an ultra glamorous lavender dress by London Fashion Week designer Roksanda Ilincic to attend the UK's Creative Industries Reception this evening.

Kate Middleton arriving at the UK Creative Industries Reception via @Grazia_live

Tonight is the second time in the last week that Kate has favoured a designer from the London Fashion Week schedule to wear to a public event as you'll remember she wore Christopher Kane to the Olympics 2012 Opening Ceremony. This time the piece is one that Kate has showcased before. She was last spotted wearing the flattering Roksanda dress on her 2011 royal tour, which provides further evidence that the Duchess is a champion fashion recycler.

Earlier in the day the Duchess of Cambridge wore her hair loose in glossy curls, but for the reception this evening she has it pinned back to show off her beautiful circular earrings.

Kate Middleton and David Cameron via @Grazia_live

Hosted by the Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt MP at the Royal Academy of Arts, Kate joins the Prime Minister David Cameron, supermodel Lily Cole, designer Vivienne Westwood and Fashion East founder Luly Kennedy for the event which celebrates UK creativity. It will be attended by 800 people including key figureheads from the creative industries. Sounds like Kate's got a lot of hands to shake!

Supermodel Lily Cole via @Grazia_live

For more of Kate Middleton's style hits, check out our mammoth look book of her greatest style hits right here.

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Kate Middleton wears a dove grey Roksanda Ilinic dress to attend a reception at the Royal Academy of Arts

The Duchess of Cambridge already looked picture perfect in a preppy Smythe blazer and Stuart Weitzman wedges when she watched Prince William's cousin Zara Phillips compete at the equestrian events in Greenwich Park today, but she has just stepped out in an ultra glamorous dove grey dress by London Fashion Week designer Roksanda Ilinic to attend the UK's Creative Industries Reception this evening.

Kate Middleton arriving at the UK Creative Industries Reception via @Grazia_live

Earlier in the day the Duchess of Cambridge wore her hair loose in glossy curls, but for the reception this evening she's worn it up ion a messy bun showing off her beautiful earrings. This is the second time in the last week that Kate has favoured a designer from the London Fashion Week schedule to wear to a public event as you'll remember she wore Christopher Kane to the Olympics 2012 Opening Ceremony.

Kate Middleton and David Cameron via @Grazia_live

Hosted by the Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt MP at the Royal Academy of Arts, Kate joins the Prime Minister David Cameron, supermodel Lily Cole and Fashion East founder Lu ly Kennedy for the event which celebrates UK creativity. It will be attended by 800 people including figureheads from the creative industries. It sounds like Kate's got a lot of hands to shake this evening!

Supermodel Lily Cole via @Grazia_live

For more of Kate Middleton's style hits, check out our mammoth look book of her greatest style hits right here.

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WANTED! Information leading to the return of Bernstock Speirs Shakespeare Bunny Cap!

The custom-made Bernstock Speirs bunny cap for Shakespeare

All the hats for HATWALK were placed on the heads of the statues between midnight and dawn last night to preserve the secret until the very last minute.  However, when our fleet-footed photographer sped round the capital at as the sun came up this morning, one hat was conspicuous by its absence.

It seems that the Bernstock Speirs creation, a tremendous bunny ears cap for William Shakespeare in Leicester Square had been swiped! Too heavy for a pigeon to carry off, it is suspected that a late-night reveler in the square took a fancy to the headgear and climbed up to steal it.

Shakespeare simply doesn't look the same without his hat

If this was you, or someone you know, please get in touch and help us recover the hat! There will be a reward from the milliners themselves on offer for the person who brings back the hat, no questions asked. The hat is too big to be worn by a normal-sized person, so it should be restored to its rightful home, on Shakespeare’s head, where everyone can enjoy it.

So . . . if you do know where Shakespeare’s hat is, get in touch with us on twitter @Grazia_live OR slip us an email to feedback@graziamagazine.co.uk

#hatwalk

#bringthebunnyback

We need that bunny returned safely!  

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What To Buy This Weekend: Pimped Sweatshirts

Upgrade your weekend wardrobe with one of our latest obsessions du jour - the pimped sweatshirt. Sweats and grey marl jersey have just become a whole lot cooler and look best teamed with a contrasting separates. A sharp metallic pencil skirt, a luxe leather trouser or silk printed pjyama pant are the perfect canvas to these fun wardrobe additions.

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From Nicola Roberts To Poppy Delevigne: Who Was The Best Dressed At Warner Music's Pre-Olympics Party?

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Miami Swim Week: Monochrome H&M, Zara And Tory Burch.

Amanda Del Duca is Style Hunter’s final fashion week girl from Miami; what a way to finish! She stood out from the crowd by being so minimal in her approach to hot weather dressing. She’s monochromatically paired up a white H&M peplum top with black leather shorts (yes, she’s brave too!), two-strap sandals from Zara and a printed little shoulder bag from Tory Burch. It’s the flash of perfect pins and sassy cat-eye sunnies that bring make this simple ensemble very effective.

You can see more of Amanda’s looks on her blog Capture Fashion.

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Gallery: Rita Ora Steals Gwen Stefani's Style!!!

Everyone has one fashion icon who perennially influences their dress sense – and for most of us this styl-spiration was formed during teenhood. So we weren’t surprised to hear that 21 year old Rita Ora takes her style notes from No Doubt front woman Gwen Stefani. The popstrel told ASOS magazine, "I always thought she [Gwen Stefani] was so cool. I think I'm man enough to admit she made me want to wear red lipstick. When I saw it on her, I thought she was the prettiest person in the world."

And on closer inspection is does indeed seem clear that the young Ora has been influenced by the platinum haired style icon – who just happens to be double Rita’s age.  But rather than channeling Stefani’s Tragic Kingdom days – 90s grunge accessorized with a bindi – Ora’s reference point is Stefani’s solo era, which is hardly surprising since she turned 13 in the same year that L.A. M.B (Gwen’s debut solo effort) was released. From the beenies and bling look Gwen rocked in the video for Hollaback Girl to her signature leopard print and Hollywood waved hair, Rita’s style cues are easy to trace.

However, there are clear differences between the two styles. Where Gwen is meticulous about her roots, never showing more than a few millimeters of non-platinum, Rita’s heavy rock and roll roots are central to her beauty look. While Gwen worked that rocker girl style so beloved by Avril Levigne, you’ll never see Rita wear a cargo pant. So is Rita the Gwen Stefani of 2012? We say if you’d seen No Doubt’s brand new video for their single Settle Down you’d agree there’s space for two such amazing woman in musicland.

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Give Your Wardrobe An Overhaul And Discover The New Collection From Boden

Style alert! There’s been a bit of a stir on fashion desks since the latest pieces from Boden came out a few weeks ago. The autumn range is a bit of a departure from the classic floral and printed pieces often associated with the label.

Yes, this season Boden has produced a British-inspired collection that’s edgy, sophisticated and quietly sexy. Think vibrant knitwear, subtle print trousers, tartan skirts, slouchy cape jackets and tailored camel coats, as well as cool shoes, bags and other gorgeous accessori es.

So if you’re after an autumn wardrobe that’s stylish, cool and on trend, take a peek at the full range at www.boden.co.uk – and with free delivery and returns, it really couldn’t be easier! For online video tips on Boden’s latest collection with Grazia fashion editor Catherine Nieto, go to promo.graziadaily.co.uk/boden

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British Style At Olympic Opening Ceremony: Stella McCartney in Gold, Samantha Cameron in Roksanda Ilincic

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Grazia's Style Director Paula Reed Gives Her Verdict On The Olympic Games Kits!

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Juno Temple Talks Karl Lagerfeld and Designing Lingerie: EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

When Grazia Daily popped to Selfridges this week to meet the almighty Karl Lagerfeld, where the designer was launching his latest collections, it wasn't just a chat about the perfection of Romeo Beckham and the wonders of Choupette that we were treated to. At the after-party, we also grabbed a chat with Juno Temple, THE hottest actress on the Hollywood block. With Olsen-esque wavy hair, a cheeky grin and nonchalant attitude, we were struck by Juno's super-cool indie style and you know what? The 22-year-old is one of the sweetest people, squealing 'how ARE you?' when we introduced ours elves. Oh, and did you know Miss Temple has aspirations to be an undie designer? And she likes to channel Marilyn Monroe? Nope, us neither. Read on for more from this fascinating rising star...

Grazia Daily: Tell us about working with Matthew McConaughey in Killer Joe.

Juno Temple: He’s an angel. Honestly, he’s one of my favourite people I’ve ever worked with. He was very kind with me because I had some pretty nerve wracking moments.

G: Some of the scenes were pretty intense!

JT: It was definitely intense, but I feel, intense is good. You know, we’re making a movie, I want to do intense stuff. And what I love about the movie is that it makes you laugh, it makes you uncomfortable, it makes you disgusted, it makes you happy.

G: It certainly stays with you.

JT: It’s important. I want to be part of movies that make people think and break norms. And that’s what’s so brilliant about [director] William Friedkin, he made this movie and he’s putting it out there exactly like he wants it to be and I love him for that.

G: Let’s talk about fashion. You into it?

JT: Hugely. I want to design lingerie.

G: Lingerie? Why?

JT: It’s about how women feel, the most powerful things on the planet. If you wear great lingerie, you can take over the world.

G: So is it a Marilyn Monroe vibe?

JT: Marilyn is a big idol of mine. I’m short but I’ve definitely got myself some curves.

G: Apparently 15% of women channel Marilyn in some form...

JT: I do like to wear Chanel No. 5 too.

G: And what are your thoughts on Karl Lagerfeld?

JT: Extraordinary. He just makes clothes that make you feel like an individual, you know? They make you feel like you can walk into a room and you can own it. His clothes don’t wear you, you pick them and you wear them. I’m wearing entirely his designs right now and how fabulous is this outfit? I feel like a poet!

G: How long are you in town for?

JT: Forty-eight hours.

G: Where are you off to next?

JT: I’m going to LA to start shooting a movie. It’ll be fantastic, but that's all I can say for now.

And with that, she was gone. Yep, that Juno Temple sure is an intriguing one.

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Kate Middleton Wears Christopher Kane To Meet Michelle Obama At Olympics Reception

OMG. Kate Middleton in a Christopher. Kane. Outfit? Of all the designers we've predicted the Duchess of Cambridge would wear for the Opening Ceremony of the London Olympics 2012 (McQueen or McCartney were our safest bets), we'd never have thought she'd have the fashion gusto to plump for Christopher Kane. But it's true!

Of course, when K-Middy does Christopher Kane it means a softer, more feminine take on the Scot designer's edgy aesthetic. Instead of a see-through plastic cut-ou t frock or a black leather crop top, Princess Catherine has gone down the demure route with a silk coat dress in a ladylike shade of what we're calling eau de nil.

The long-sleeved number features pockets and a belted waist, which Kate has teamed with a nude clutch and matching heels. Doesn't she look glowy? As for her notorious mane, it's looking as glossy as ever thanks to those tumbling brunette curls.

It's a fitting ensemble for a meeting with America's First Lady Michelle Obama (aka: FLOTUS) who is in town for tonight's swanky reception hosted by the Queen at Buckingham Palace ahead of the extravagant Opening Ceremony. 

Our good pals at What Kate Wore have noted that the Duchess' outfit looks remarkably like this design from the Resort 2013 collection, although less shiney. Could it be a bespoke creation that the lovely Christopher knocked up for her?

You'll remember it was back in 2010 that Mr Kane expressed his wish for Kate to better represent British designer labels. Speaking to WWD, he said: 'It’s a shame she doesn’t wear more designers. I don’t really like the high street getting so much of the credit. I understand that there would be an array because you need to relate to so many people in the market, but she is a princess. If I were a princess, I’d be like, "Oh yeah, bring it on."'

What do you make of the Kate in Kane? Let us know below and stay tuned as we bring you more pics of K-Midd and MObama throughout the evening...

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Watch Azealia Banks' HOT Promo Video For Alexander Wang's T Collection!

Right guys, super hot Azealia Banks has just been named as the new face of Alexander Wang and we're mega excited. The  rapper is the latest in a long line of musicians to front his T line, following in the footsteps of Santigold, Spank Rock and Die Antwood.

The rapper is the face of the line's Fall collection and a promotional video of her modeling the casual-cool, ready to wear pieces has just been released. Filmed in black and white and colour, it features Azealia rapping 'Van Vogue' from her recent EP 1991. She bounces around, dances playfully and flips her enviably long hair about.

The video was directed by Daniel Jackson and styled by Alastair McKimm. He put the rapper in an uber cool wardrobe of crop tops, short, jackets, bralets and long sleeve tops with sheer panels from the T collection. It's one of the most simple and fun promo videos we've seen in a while, ending with a really sweet shot of Azealia laughing.

This isn't the first time that Azealia has teamed up with Alexander Wang. In fact she seem pretty much bffs with the designer. Azealia was Alexander's date for the Met Gala this year. Plus he used her track for his Spring 2012 AW campaign.

Wang told Style.com: “She exudes a certain rawness that makes her a very unique talent,” Wang says. “I loved working with her on this video for T Fall 2012, and think the collaboration captures a collision of energies.”

By Kate Lloyd

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Alessandra Ambrosio, Lea Michele And Kate Hudson Give Us Food For Thought About Denim Shorts!

You've got to love a heatwave. Not only does it involve endless summer drinks and BBQ's but it also means we can finally get our pins out - and so have the A-list. In fact denim shorts are the only way to get your legs out right now. Super relaxed and easy to throw on, everyone from Kate Hudson, to Glee star Lea Michele have been chanelling their own denim short styles and we think they're kind of fab too. Whether its a super short pair, studded, dip dyed, embroidered, printed or looser chambray styles you are after, there is a style to suit all. We've hot picked our top ten styles all available to buy now, so you can jump on the denim short trend wagon too. Check out our top picks above...

Delilah, Kate Hudson, Ale ssandra Ambrosio and Lea Michele wearing denim shorts

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Miami Swim Week: Looking All White In Club Monaco, Zara And Gucci!

Miami Swim Week’s second sun-drenched girl is Olivia Lopez. She swooped onto Style Hunter’s radar in this bright white maxi slip dress and shrugged white cotton biker jacket both from Club Monaco. Her extras - a neutral tan chain-handle Zara bag, black stappy Gucci sandals and tortoiseshell Miu Miu shades are achingly chic. But what do you like about Olivia’s all white goddess-worthy ensemble? Tell us below and the girl with the most Facebook likes wins our coveted Look of the Week status!

You can see more of Olivia’s look on her personal style blog www.lusttforlife.com

Photo: Phill Taylor

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eBay Welcomed As A Sponsor Of The British Fashion Councils Fashion Forward Initiative

Every bargainista’s guilty pleasure, eBay has been named as the new multi-season sponsor of the British Fashion Council’s Fashion Forward initiative. In its sixth year, Fashion Forward now supports seven designers each year, a mix of both womenswear and menswear.

This year’s talented recipients include Grazia favourites Louise Gray, Henry Holland and Mary Katrantzou, as well as London-based menswear designer James Long. Caroline Rush, CEO of the BFC, explained the auction site’s involvement in the initiative: “eBay's sales statistics are overwhelming and we hope they will help to bring opportunities to the designers they support.”

As well as the Fashion Forward initiative, the BFC will also work with eBay on Save the Children ’s Born to Shop campaign to host the charity’s first ever online fashion auction which will showcase donations from British designers and celebrities during September’s London Fashion Week.

We regularly find ourselves hunting down a bargain or coveted ‘sold out everywhere’ item on eBay, but to avoid being outbid or, worse still, bidding on the wrong item altogether, follow our three golden eBay rules…

eBay Rules

1. When searching...

Always search for items under ‘Newly listed’ and add them to your ‘Watch list’ , that way you won’t find yourself making a last-minute bid on something you neither want or need. Just because it costs 99p, doesn’t mean it’s worth taking up much needed space in your wardrobe, does it?

2. Stick to what you know...

Stick to brands you know so that you’re c onfident that the items you buy online are going to fit. We all know Topshop sizes differ from Marks & Spencers sizes and so on, so remember to keep that in mind when you're searching and bidding. Equally, you should also factor in some bidding budget for alterations, as a simple trouser leg tuck or waist adjustment could be the deciding factor in whether or not you love or loathe your thrifty purchase.

3. Time to bid...

Not for the faint hearted or those who enjoy the thrill and excitement of the bid, but online tools such as Auctionstealer make winning that little bit easier by automatically placing your highest bid at the very last moment thus foiling those suckers who’ve been sitting around all morning refreshing their browsers in order to pounce.

Those are just a few of our eBay tips, but what bidding advice have you got for us? Share your knowledge and experiences by commenting below and we’ll add your wi se words to Grazia’s list of golden eBay rules.

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WATCH James Franco Directing 7 For All Mankind's Campaign Film: EXCLUSIVE

We all know James Franco is a HOT actor but did you know he's a director too? Yep, this is a man of many talents. Most recently, he's turned his multi-faceted to hand to creating the video campaign for 7 For All Mankind, bring his A-list talents to the super-hip brand. And guess what? You lucky lot have been treated to an exclusive first look at the footage.

Beginning in a desolate cemetery and ending up at a classic movie theatre covered in red paint, the cast of sexy young things (yes, that is Lily Donaldson) have a whale of a time frolicking in front of Franco's lens.

Meanwhile, this behind-the-scenes preview of the film sees James in Director Mode, passionatley zipping aroun d with an array of cameras and sporting a fetching range of hats. At one point, he screams 'We will kill them!' but err, we're not sure why.

Click play below and have a drool look for yourself...

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A Peek Inside the Wardrobe Department at Port Eliot Festival 2012

Hydrangeas for the headdress-making tent

This weekend saw the ever so arty and delightfully decadent literary festival take over the normally tranquil grounds and house at Port Eliot were taken over by a festival of creativity - we sped down on a long but very scenic train ride to St Germans, Cornwall to find out what was going on. And here are a few of the characters we bumped into . . .

Hannah Lambert, Sarah Mower’s assistant in Louise Gray boots and a very special doggy bag.

Louise Gray in her own boots and fetching sequined frock, installed in her makeup teepee giving many of the festival goers a neon makeover with her selection of facepaints.

Bethany Howe is wearing a vintage outfit and stunning hydrangea headdress made in the Wardrobe department illinery tnet staffed by Fred Butler, Rosy Nichollls and Piers Atkinson. Her best mate Nicky Gorton wears Treads shoes and and a Topshop outfit.

Rosy Nicholls was staffing the headdress area with Fred and Piers, we snapped her in festival dungarees and a fetching feather headdress.

Ayesha Linton dazzled us in her jazzy cardigan, Topshop dress and her headdress which she cleverly managed to find in her own bathroom. Wow!

Here are blogger Susie Bubble, props stylist and accesories designer Fred Butler and milliner to the stars Piers Atkinson posing outside some very fashionable tents, including one (left) designed by Basso & Brooke. (pic from Fred Butler Style)

After investigating some more of the site it was off to watch the fashionable Rubbish Olympics hosted by Christopher Biggins. Biggins really put the ‘camp’ into the festival, persuading small children to do roly-polys uphill and getting everyone to join in the fun on his megaphone. What a fun day it was.

See more details of the weekend on Fred's excellent blog - Fred Butler Style

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Perfect Your Patriotic Wardrobe With Our Top Sporty Picks To Buy Now...

The London Olympic Games 2012 get underway as of tomorrow and so we couldn't help but share our top sporty shopping pics to get you in the sports celebratory mood. From Ashish's capsule collection for Topshop to the Links of London Official Jewellery Collection of London 2012 - here are our top buys to click before they go!

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Saint Laurent Paris Logo Debuts to Mixed Reviews

The much-anticipated release of the newly re-branded Saint Laurent Paris logo was debuted on Facebook today and has immediately sparked controversy with hundreds of fans posting their distress at the changes. As Hedi Slimane heads the new chapter of the French luxury giant’s history, there is concern amongst the brand's stalwart fans that the legacy of the late, great Laurent is being needlessly obscured. The clean black and white font of the new logo has a modern, simple feel but is far removed from the swirly, classically feminine 'Cassandre' logo the brand has become synonymous with. Of course we have already been told that the new Saint Laurent Paris label will only apply to Slimane's ready-to-wear collection, with the brand's beauty line continuing to use the iconic YSL monniker and logo, but the change is definitely symbolic of the designer's drive to re-establish the brand in his own image.

The new logo and Saint Laurent packaging was unveiled on the brand's facebook page today - reactions have been mixed with some fans criticising the simplicity of the low-key look.

Of course all of the worries and criticisms could completely evaporate come October when Slimane will debut his S/S 2013 collection - his show at Paris Fashion Week is sure to be the hottest ticket in town. However, what is clear is that the new logo has been designed to make a statement: Rather than cherry picking styles from Yves Saint Laureant's fabled archives, Hedi's clean slate is a message that he will be taking the brand in a sleek, modern direction which will not rely overtly on YSL's heriatge or the past. So what do you think - is the new logo a brazen statement of originality or sacrilege against one of fashion's all-t ime gods? Answers on the back of a postcard.

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Karl Lagerfeld Arrives At Selfridges TODAY! Here's A Sneak Preview Of What To Expect

Grazia Daily has our white gloves and dry shampoo at the ready. No, we haven't gone doolally (yet) - we are, in fact, preparing for the arrival of Karl Lagerfeld at Selfridges TODAY!

Yep, the white-pony-tailed one arrives in our fair city this very afternoon (straight from shooting with Victoria Beckham in Paris, no less) for the exclusive launch of his namesake brand at the iconic London department store. Yeep!

The highly anticipated debut will welcome two collections from the fashion brand including KARL MAN + WOMAN and the launch of the premium line KARL LAGERFELD PARIS MAN.

Shoppers will be treated to a dedicated Monsieur Lagerfeld pop-up space in the heart of the 3rd floor within Selfridges’s Contemporary Womenswear Department and we are, naturallment, expecting a ginormous throne for King Karl. And please, oh, please say he'll be bringing his fluffy accessor y cat, Choupette. We are literally OB-sessed.

So from the sharp tailoring of the Karl collection, metallic collars and 'Team Karl', an exclusive capsule collection capturing the energy and celebrations around the Olympic Games, there's LOTS to spend our pennies on. Plus, with prices ranging from £95 to £325, the goods are surprisingly affordable. For a sneak peek, check out the gallery above.

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Top 10 Flapper Looks As Demonstrated By Elizabeth Olsen, Fearne Cotton and Carey Mulligan

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