Us Weekly Magazine's "Who Wore It Best?" the NIKOLAKI Edition: Cheryl Burke or Marley Shelton?

Seeing NIKOLAKI Double...

Raspberry Madness: Cheryl Burke of Dancing With The Stars" and "Scream 4" actress Marley Shelton, in NIKOLAKI--Us Weekly

Well, it was bound to happen: A NIKOLAKI "Who Wore It Best?" Moment! yes, in the latest edition of Us Weekly Magazine's May 2 issue, one of my designs was featured in their famous "Who Wore It Best?" page. It seems that one of our Spring 2011 NIKOLAKI creations is very popular, as of late, on the red carpet.

UsWeekly Cover, May 2, 2011 Edition

ABC's "Dancing With The Stars" Cheryl Burke and "Scream 4" actress Marley Shelton both wore the same raspberry silk ziberline strapless draped bust cocktail dress, not at the same event--Gracias a Dios! Burke wore it to a Rolling Stone Magazine Awards red carpet event, while Shelton walked the "Scream 4" Premiere last week in the dress.
So, Who Wore It Best? Well, according to Us Weekly readers....it was Miss Marley! She received 73% of the vote. As one of the designers, I think they BOTH wore it well!

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Day 4 in Kauai, all about Colors!

Hanalei Center

RED



Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, 

OLA'S Glass boutique(HANALEI)

Gift for myself. ^^

Bubba Burger: part of the scene in the movie "Forest Gump"

Black 
(L*SPACE one piece swimsuit) 



Indigo



Purple 

Wailua River 

(boat ride)

Tomorrow, we are riding helicopter!!

Have fun with me while I travel. 
xoxo Rachel   

Poppy King No. 7 lipstick and lipgloss

No7 has collaborated with lipstick legend Poppy King to create an exclusive range of lipstiks and lipglosses to change womens’ views of lip colour forever. The collection encompasses seven colours - ranging from the deep wine of 'Seduction' to the barely there nude warm glow of 'Confidence'. The colours are inspired by eras throughout history re-interpreted to be extremely wearable.

I was lucky enough to be sent two products to try out. The first is 'Glamour' - inspired by the 1950s this is a fun, flirty and feminine pink lipstick. 

 Power on the left, Glamour on the right.

Glamour is quite sheer on the lips, giving a lovely glossy, natural finish which is wearable enough for the day.

 Power is inspired by the 1930s - a deeper berry shade that works great as a more subtle alternative to a traditional red. The gloss is smooth and not at all sticky. It can be applied softly for a sheer wash of colour, or built up (as below) for more impact.

This collection can be found on the Boots website retailing at £12 for the lipsticks and £11 for the glosses. Check out the video below for more information on the different colours in the range!


Have you tried the new Poppy King range? What are your favourite colours? xxx

*This is a sponsored post. All views and opinions expressed are my own as usual.*

Day 3 at Kauai, Classic and Vintage!

I am still in PST zone until this morning as I woke up at 6 AM local time 3 days in a row.  But today I am totally exhausted after we got back to hotel after a whole day's expedition. We didn't plan much until tomorrow when the weather gets very sunny. The weather here in Kauai is normally overcast in the morning, but very sunny and humid during noon and then it rains a while in the afternoon. Quite interesting, I must say! 


Kids love the pools in the hotel and I did my ritual Yoga exercise in the gym while overlooking the ocean. Love the calm!! 

(Moda SWIM white swimming suit.)



I love this white bathing suit very much, for its elegant and classic look! 

Irene and I worn sister-looking white outfit again..Well, I seem to wear less fabric than Irene does most of the time. {laughing}



On Irene: Opening Ceremony 






The replica statue of Captain James Cook. 

 
VINCE oversized top
Rock & Republic flared jeans
BCBG generation wedge sandal
Africa Turquoise necklace and Blue Turquoise bangle (this trip's score)

Waiting for Sunset outside THE BEACH HOUSE RESTAURANT! 






If you ask me:  "Is it worth the price to dine at that restaurant?" I'd say, it is worthwhile with the whole package...meaning, the food, the view, the sunset, and the people!! 


Have fun with me in Kauai as we travel. 
xoxo Rachel 

Today Show Exclusive! Nick Verreos Wedding Gown Design for Kate Middleton!! Video + Photos and Sketch!!!

Fit for a Royal Bride...

Blushing Princess Bride: Model Kasie in my "Kate Middleton Wedding Gown" design, Today Show

This morning, on NBC's "Today Show", in the run-up to the upcoming Prince William and Kate Middleton Royal Wedding, the show had a fun & fabulous segment featuring original one-of-a-kind wedding gown designs by Project Runway designers.

As I noted in the previous posting, I was asked a week ago--along with four other Project Runway alumni, to create our "vision" for Kate Middleton's Wedding Gown. The segment--hosted by Anchor Natalie Morales and Today Show Fashion Editor Bobbie Thomas--showed each of our designs as well as our corresponding fashion illustrations.

Wedding Sketch: Nick Verreos "Kate Middleton Wedding Gown" original fashion illustration

Here, I have added some screen-cap photos from this morning's segment, of the wedding gown I designed and created (with the AMAZING help of my NIKOLAKI partner-in-design-crime David Paul--and my INVALUABLE seamstress. I am also including the entire video of the segment at the end of this post, in case you missed it...

Le Pockets: Model Kasie in my "Kate Middleton Wedding Gown" design, Today Show

The gown is an ivory silk ziberline column gown with a "Mermaid" silhouette featuring a pleated high-neck, strong shoulders, cap sleeves, side-front pockets (a girl's gotta have her pockets!) and a full pleated back train. It features a waist detail with hand-sewn Swarovski crystal beading for a "dash" of sparkle.

Couture Torso: Close-Up of beaded waist trim and pleated Bateau neckline of my "Kate Middleton Wedding Gown" design, Today Show

Hint Of Back: View of back of my "Kate Middleton Wedding Gown" design, Today Show

I was inspired by Architecture and wanted to design a gown that was structured yet elegant. I also considered Kate Middleton's penchant for showing her great figure (it was fitted, and had an open back) but still remained "Future Queen of England" appropriate (covering the shoulders and part of the arms).

To finish off the entire look, I added a full tulle veil (above photo) to go with the gown. Of course, I also needed a proper crown/tiara. I found the perfect one with crystals-and-pearls at Berger Beads in Downtown Los Angeles (They were so helpful!). It was wonderful seeing the gown on my model, Kasie (Love you Kasie!), on the Today Show and so happy how it all turned out!

And by the way: Visit myLifetime.com for information on "The Royal Private Sale" to win my original "Nick Verreos for Kate Middleton Wedding Gown"--as well as the other 4 Project Runway designers' one-of-a-kind dresses. Proceeds will go to charity.

And don't forget, WATCH TONIGHT'S Premiere of the Lifetime TV Movie "William & Kate: Let Love Rule" 9pm e/p.

Watch Today Show Project Runway Kate Middleton Wedding Gown Segment Below: