My Experience with Buyundercover.com

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My Experience with Buyundercover.com
About BuyUnderCover: Under Cover Lingerie was created for the confident Indian woman, who is comfortable with her sensuality! She takes her fun very seriously and loves to try new things. Under Cover Lingerie provides you, the Indian woman with an extensive range of lingerie and sensuous nightwear. From baby dolls, two-piece sets and hosiery to role play outfits, we have it all!
My Experience with Buyundercover.com

So, whether looking for tantalizing treats for that lucky someone or indulging yourself with well-deserved delicacies, get the luxury Under Cover Lingerie experience direct to your door. Browse our sumptuous lingerie, glamorous nightwear, seductive accessories and exquisite gifts. Then, simply place your order and fall in love!

Under Cover Lingerie continues to defy expectations in the lingerie and e-commerce space by offering you online an impeccable lingerie shopping experience that far surpasses what you have enjoyed hitherto in brick and mortar lingerie stores. Our easily website allows you to shop by brand, color, style, or occasion. Extensive style, size, fitting and gift guides are available on the site to help you make an informed decision.

We believe that our success is largely due to our obsession with providing our customers a memorable online shopping experience. Be it our path-breaking services like Cash on Delivery, a 5-day replacement policy, – and of course the great prices that we offer. Then there’s our dedicated Under Cover delivery team that works round the clock to personally make sure packages reach on time.

So it’s no surprise that we’re a favorite online shopping destination.

They have divided sections based on Type, Mood, Occasion and a separate section for stockings and swimwear.

They also have a combo Pick of the Week offer and a Sale section and a Buying Guide for Men..

You get everything from sensual romantic pieces..to some raunchy fantasy pieces..the bikini and swimwear are nice too..

Here are some of the things I liked..

Gold Chain
Fresh and Summery
Corporate Affiar
Gold and Black
Anchor Away

I loved the lime green and black gold chain bikini..

I wanted heart stockings from a long time..and when I saw them here..I was delighted..I also got a red satin soft top..love how satiny soft it actually is :p

About the Heart Stockings : Wear your Under Cover stockings on your first date. The heart pattern will surely get your cute and conversational side going.
Comes as one pair of stockings.
Fabric Composition: Nylon and Spandex

About the Red Satin Soft Top: The feel of this outfit will make sure he cant keep his hands off you. The outfit is soft and sensual and includes a matching g-string. Just what he is looking (or feeling) for.
Comes with a baby doll top with matching g-string.
Fabric Composition: Nylon and Spandex

I got my parcel within a day…thats quite fast ! They had a black box wrapped outside with a brown paper..obviously..who wants to see buyundercover written on the box while being in transit 😀

They accept all forms of payment including Cash on Delivery and have Free Shipping too. There is also a faster paid shipping option..

There is a black satin cloth inside on the base and some potpurri..beautifully packed. I received a confirmation of the order immediately and also when it was dispatched..

Here are the pics..

I do like this site..and most of the stuff is free size…so you need not worry about the fit too..and in any case there is a 5 day return policy..so now you can buy some satiny soft night wear or a sensuous bikini..at the comfort of your home..all the stuff is currently imported from Europe..surely worth checking out..my only advice to them would be to add more stuff..and even night wear to its collection.

Now here is a discount code for you all..you would get a discount of 15% when you shop on www.buyundercover.com (discount not applicable on shipping & will be valid till 31st July, 2012) using the coupon code ‘NEWLO15%D’

Happy shopping..and do let me know what you get 😉

P.S: I got a voucher to shop for but it has not affected my opinion of the site.

Interview: The Insider on Stylecraze

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Interview: The Insider on Stylecraze


I am happy to be featured on the Stylecraze Community today on their ‘The Insider’ section..Thank you Chetana and the Stylecraze Community for giving me this opportunity..hop on to know more about me..

Here is my interview..

Thats Moi

The insider has but one aim. To bring to the forefront what it is about makeup that makes your fav Bloggers fall head over heels in love with it! This week is going to be about what Bhumika of https://www.newlove-makeup.com had to say to us..

Read more here..

http://www.community.stylecraze.com/page/the-insider-bhumika

Sappho Cosmetics Pressed Eye Shadows Review, Swatches

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Sappho Cosmetics Pressed Eye Shadows Dream, Chambrelle, Coastal, Pick Purple Review, Swatches

About Sappho Cosmetics: Sappho Organic Cosmetics is about making up fearlessly—learning how to apply makeup, being as daring as you please and having no fear that what you’re putting on your skin will harm you.

JoAnn Fowler, founder and CEO of Sappho Organic Cosmetics, has worked in the television and movie industry as a makeup artist since 1989. Her credits include many films and television series and her list of achievements includes an Emmy nomination for “Reefer Madness” and 2 Cinoma nominations for best makeup for The L Word. JoAnn has two movies coming out this year “FD5 and The Dibbuk box.” Prompted by Mia Kirshner and Jennifer Beals of the American television drama series, “L Word,” JoAnn began researching cosmetic safety and soon saw the desperate need for a makeup line with full ingredient disclosure and adherence to the strictest safety measures. Sappho Organic Cosmetics was born from JoAnn’s diligent search for formulations whose ingredients surpass the European Union’s standards for safer cosmetics.

We at Sappho have discovered some truths about standard cosmetics and the news is not encouraging. For yourself and those you love, please look at our information on chemicals in cosmetics and glossary, and follow up on the links and do your own research. You may never want to use a standard cosmetic again!

What the Company claims: It is a finely milled mix of minerals combined with certified organic jojoba oil and pressed into a tin container which can fit neatly into the black magnetic compact with your other eye shadows and blushes, thereby reducing plastic packaging.

Tips ‘n Tricks

You can use it wet or dry as a shadow or liner. (Coastal, Pick Purple)

You can use it as an eyelid color by day or under the brows as a subtle highlight by night. (Chambrelle, Dream)

Pick Purple: A fully saturated purple pigment, this color adds lustre and life to any makeup. Vegan.

Chambrelle: This mixed pink ivory eyeshadow can augment any makeup.

Coastal: This medium cooler shade of brown is great for crease shadows, eyebrows and use wet or dry as a liner. A must for any makeup kit! Vegan.

Dream: OMG this satiny buttery shade is a must for the basis of a great makeup. It glides on like butter and is THE neutral on which to build a great makeup! Vegan.

MRP: 20$ each for 2g

Ingredients: Mica (CIs77019) Iron Oxides (CIs77492, CIs 77499), Calcium Carbonate, Caprylic triglyderide, Simmondsai Chinessis (JOJOBA) Seed oil(Certified Organic) May contain: ultramarines (CIs77007), Titanium dioxide (CIs77891)

T-B: Pick Purple, Dream, Coastal, Chambrelle

Pick Purple is a gorgeous bluish purple

Dream is an peachy yellow gold..not exactly like MAC Ricepaper..but on similar grounds..looks amazing as an highlighter and in inner corners..and all over the lid too.

Coastal is an amazing cool toned brown..perfect for smokey brown eyes..and for crease work too.

Chambrelle is a metallic cool silvery white…works good as a highlighter.

These are super duper pigmented..all swatches are just 2 swipes without a primer. Buttery smooth in texture..and stay put all day long..though I use an eye shadow base..

These are refills and some shades are available in this refill packaging only..some are available with the whole black outer packaging..but that increases the cost by 5$.

Indoors

I like the refill packaging too..its made of thick paper..and there is an inner folded paper where the eye shadow is snugly fit in the centre..and does not move.

Pros:

1. Super duper pigmented.
2. Buttery smooth texture.
3. Can be used both wet and dry.
4. Organic and yet works well.
5. Stays put whole day.
6. No creasing or fading and no fall outs.
7. Some 10-11 shades to choose from..and there are both darker shades which make some amazing smokey eyes and lighter highlight shades.

Cons:

1. Expensive.
2. Not available here. You can buy it here. But the shipping :sigh:

Now since this is organic and yet works amazingly well on the make up front..it is used by many actresses too..plus since it is a brand made by a make up artist.

I loved these shadows..Coastal and Dream are my absolute favorites followed by Pick Purple and Chambrelle. These are some super pigmented, very fine and smooth, long staying and organic eye shadows. If you live in Canada, you should surely try this..here are the stores where its available.

Rating:

Quality: 4.5/5
Value for money: 3.75/5
Availability: 3.5/5

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again:Would love to..

P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it has not affected my opinion.

Which is your favorite ?

Neutrogena Fine Fairness Brightening Serum Review

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Neutrogena Fine Fairness Brightening Serum Review

What the Company claims: A product that will get rid of the source of growing problems of skin darkening, uneven tone, hyperpigmentation, dehydration, dryness, roughness and dullness of the skin due to overexposure and ageing.

The new fortified complex in the Neutrogena® Fine Fairness® Brightening Serum in synergy with Neutrogena® Healthywhite Complex™- a white lily extract and Retinol, works from the inside out, simultaneously targeting all three elements of tone, texture and hydration to bring out lasting healthy fairness. The naturally derived White Lily extract enhances whitening from within. In addition, it effectively promotes lightening of dark spots via the effective action of Retinol in the epidermis. Double your skin’s whitening power for even-toned lasting healthy fairness. This breakthrough high penetrating formula penetrates beneath the skin surface and helps deactivate melanin production at the source for a renewed visibly brightened skin tone.

Directions: Use 1-2 times a day after cleansing. Lightly massage in to boost penetration. Close pump after each use. (It oxidizes if left open)

Ingredients:

MRP: Rs. 599/- for 30ml

Its a white colored bottle with a silver top and a plastic cap. Its a pump dispensor..so quite easy to use..you need just 1 pump..or max two pumps for the entire face..but since it has retinol..many do not use it all over the face..just on dark spots or problem areas. I like using serums..some how they work better and deeper for me..than just moisturisers..

Its a light yellow colored liquid..if you have used a serum..you would know the texture..not exactly like a lotion nor like a gel..some where in between..has a sweet smell similar to all Neutrogena products..I just pat it on..and restrict it to use at night..since it has retinol..which makes the skin sensitive..if you use it at day time..make sure you use a high SPF sunscreen..

You might experience some itching for a few minutes after application coz of the retinol..do not fret..some even experienced peeling of the skin in the first week..but skin was brighter and better the next week..depends on how your skin reacts to retinol..do a test patch first if you like..

Pros:

1. Does lighten dark spots and makes the skin more even toned..but not an overnight effect..takes 2-3 weeks for the difference to show up. But if you are suffering from dark spots, you should surely give this a try.

2. Skin is more brightened when used all over..I have used it both ways..but I prefer using it on dark spots more..as I do not want to use retinol all over.

3. Non comedogenic and oil free.

4. Did not break me out..but there is some itching for a few minutes.

5. It does what it claims.

6. The quantity lasts long.

Cons:

1. Has parabens, phenoxyethanol and silicones.

2. May not suit sensitive and dry skin.

3. Skin does need added moisturisation.

Overall I did like it..and the brightening effect it gives to the skin. I did not have many dark spots..but it makes the skin more even toned..if you suffer from dark spots..this might help. But I do not recommend it for dry or sensitive skin.

Check out the review of Fine Fairness Brightening Mask..

You can buy this serum HERE

Rating:

Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 3.5/5

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried anything from the Neutrogena Fine Fairness Range ?

Matrix introduces the new POWER.SHINE service

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Matrix introduces the new POWER.SHINE service

Tame that frizzy hair this monsoon!
Matrix introduces the new POWER.SHINE service – Enhanced Anti-Frizz Straightening.

Humidity during the monsoons can take a complete toll on your hair- making it frizzy, dull and unmanageable. Get your hair ‘Monsoon Ready’ with the MATRIX Power.Shine- enhanced anti-frizz straightening service. It is a permanent straightening service from MATRIX that includes a ‘straight sealing’ treatment. Hair is hydrated and nourished, keeping it healthy and frizz free. Your pre-monsoon straightening ritual got even better with this new service that not only gives you super straight hair that is feathery soft, but also high in shine!

During monsoons, excess humidity in the air causes the hair cuticle to open and swell up, increasing the frizz and volume in the hair. The natural shine is lost and hair becomes unmanageable. Now you can keep your monsoon woes and bad hair days at bay with the MATRIX Power.Shine Service that will make hair sleek and manageable. Imagine . . . Good hair day, EVERYDAY !

Before

After

It is an exquisite combination of the popular Opti.straight and Opti.care products by MATRIX for superior straightening results.

Opti.straight, the effective hair straightener is empowered with a multi-ionic technology that eliminates fly-aways and leaves hair feathery soft and light. The service uses the Opti.care Smoothing Shampoo and Intense Smoothing Hair Mask which are enriched with silk amino acids and shea butter. This intensely conditions the hair & tames frizz, leaving hair sleek and manageable. The service is completed by applying the Opti.care Split end Straightening Serum that repairs frayed tips and split ends and adds an instant shine. Hair is left looking healthy, lustrous and frizz free!

Power.Shine Service is available in 3 different strengths depending on hair type :

1. Sensitized (For Color treated or sensitized hair)

2. Normal (For naturally wavy or frizzy hair)

3. Naturally Resistant (For naturally curly or frizzy hair)

This is a professional service, and is available in MATRIX salons only.

To maintain your perfectly straightened hair during the rains, take home the MATRIX Opti.care smoothing shampoo, smoothing conditioner, and split end serum to maintain healthy looking, silky straight hair.

Rain proof your hair before the monsoon begins this year with MATRIX Power.Shine Service and keep your hair looking fabulous and shiny throughout the season!

About MATRIX

Matrix, part of L’Oreal’s Professional Products Division, is the No. 1 professional hair color and haircare company in the US reaching out to over 275,000 salons across the globe. Matrix was founded in 1980 by Arnie Miller, an American hairdresser, with a vision to revolutionalize the salon industry and empower the hairdresser to Dream, Dare and Succeed.

Matrix offers an extensive portfolio of innovative, high quality products to cover every salon need across all categories – haircare, haircolor, styling and texture. All formulae feature advanced smart technology to deliver expert professional results and simplified solutions.

The Matrix product portfolio in India includes Socolor.beauty and Wonder.Brown haircolor ranges. These wide ranges of hair color include special hi-lift shades for naturally dark Indian hair. The Biolage hair care range offers professional, in-salon hair treatments as well as home-use products. All Biolage products are developed with natural ingredients and the latest technology. Opti.Straight and Opti.Smooth hair straightening ranges provide two services – a quick, accessible straightening and a premium, luxury re-bonding service. Matrix also has a smart range of styling products Vavoom.

The Matrix Range of products is distributed exclusively through Matrix Salons across India.

P.S: PR Info

Cannes Pictures – Day 5 – Cheryl Cole for L’Oreal

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Cannes 2012 Pictures – Day 5 – Cheryl Cole for L’Oreal


It was a rainy day at Cannes..for the premiere of Michael Haneke’s Amour, or Love in English…but still glamour was at its high !



28-year-old singer dazzled in a dramatic white and red feathered dress by Stéphane Rolland Haute Couture..She teamed the dramatic gown with bright red nails and a small matching clutch bag…those diamond earrings are gorgeous !

Love her smokey eyes, nude lips and bronzed, contoured cheeks…so glam !!

Diane Kruger looked gorgeous too in her sparkling silver gown..

You like ?

P.S: PR Info

Parineeti Chopra in Ishaqzaade

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Parineeti Chopra in Ishaqzaade


I guess many of you must have seen this movie by now..I happened to see it twice..not that I loved it so much..but had to accompany a friend..I found the movie ok..but did not like the ending obviously..Loved the songs..’Main Pareshaan’ is so hummable and nice..and ‘Hua Chokra Jawaan Re’ :p

Parineeti is sans make up in most of the scenes especially after the interval..just her smudged kohl..lots of it..on the waterline and lower lashline..(She plays a Muslim character in the movie). Her dark circles are quite visible in some scenes..but she is blessed with a good skin..so looks quite natural and believable.

Her look was very natural and fresh in the starting scenes…She does not sport much of color on the face or any fancy hair dos..but a very girl next door kinda look.

Tips to achieve the look:

  • Dab concealer to hide blemishes and dark circles.
  • Light touch of Tinted Moisturiser
  • Wash of chocolate brown eye shadow all over the lids. (In some scenes she had no eye shadow at all)
  • Lots of kajal on the waterline and lower lash line and smudge it with a Q tip or ring finger
  • Tightline the eyes with a black eye pencil.
  • A very thin layer of a liquid liner close to the upper lash line.
  • Apply 1-2 coats of a lengthening mascara.
  • Fill in your brows with a brown eye shadow.
  • She did not sport any blush or highlighter..a hint of a peachy pink blush in the starting scenes.
  • Soft pink tinted lip balm or a touch of MLBB peachy brown shade for the lips.
Of course you can add her black waist coat with a smiley badge (that was cute!)

So that is it..I hope you liked the break down..did you see the movie ? You liked ?

P.S: Images from Google.

My Experience with WellnessOcean.com

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My Experience with WellnessOcean.com
About Wellnessocean: Wellnessocean takes a holistic approach to well-being. By holistic, we mean considering the whole person and the choices an individual makes to nurture their body and mind – the air they breathe, the moments they take, the products they put in and on their body.

Wellnessocean strives to meet the highest standards of quality and sustainability. Our mission is to enhance your sense of well-being through quality and natural products and to bring to you preventative and restorative lifelong wellness solutions. We believe in providing essentials for a healthy body and mind, by using high quality products that are free from harmful substances and have undergone strict quality control processes.

Our products are never tested on animals. There is no need for that simply because people have been using the same ingredients for thousands of years. Working with natural and traditional products has the advantage that dangerous substances and their effects on our bodies are known, unlike the effects and damage that can be caused by synthetic products that have been in use for no more than 100 years.

Most of our personal care products are gender neutral. They are especially beneficial for people with problem skin and for those with Multiple Chemical Sensitivities and Allergies to commercial products. Choose from a variety of categories, such as Aromatherapy, Ayurveda, Yoga, Dead Sea Cosmetics, Organic Make up, Argan Oil Skin Care, Vitamin Skin Care and many more.
Relax…and enjoy browsing and shopping from the convenience of your home or office.

Wellnessocean.com is one stop shop for all natural and herbal brands all around the world..most of the natural, preservative free stuff is not available in India..wellness ocean brings it here for us..

They offer brands like Logona, Vedantika, Babybear, Akita Turkish Rose, Anherb, Camelk, BioBalance, Organic India, Puro, Rustic Art, Retipalm, South Beach, Sante, etcc..numerous others..

There is everything from essential oils to aromatherapy oils, pure base oils, organic tea, ayurvedic stuff, yoga mats and accessories, organic make up, dead sea mineral products, hand made soaps, spa sets, etc..available on the site.

They have a very easy to navigate site..with search options depending on brands, product type or our needs..I loved it..so user friendly..

They accept all forms of payment from Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, DD/Cheque, Direct Deposit and even Cash on Delivery..there is an extra charge of Rs. 95/- for COD and it is free only above the order of Rs. 1500/- which I think should be reduced..both the COD charges and the minimum order amount.

The shipping cost is calculated based on the weight of the products you buy. The shipping charges are as follows:

Shipping mode:  Blue Dart Courier

Weight          Price (Rs)

upto 500g       32.-

500g to 1kg    54.-

And so on..

You receive a mail for confirmation of the order immediately..and an sms when they dispatch the order..and the stuff was received within a day..

The box was packed two sided..with a centre partition..and was everything was safe and securely packed..as the diffuser was earthen..I was worried about it..but it was in perfect condition..They also include a blue cloth bag,blue hand made paper note pad (I love hand made paper diaries and note pads) and 1-2 sample freebies..and a coupon for Rs. 201/- off on the next order..

Here is what I ordered..

Maroma Base Oil Enriched Sesame
C – Sal Dead Sea Bath Salt
Tulsi Green Tea Box
60 Organic Capsules
Terracotta Essential Oil Diffuser
Vedantika Skin Polishing Scrub
Vedantika Neem Tulsi Aloe Shampoo
Vedantika Amla Candy
Areev Natural & Handmade Soap Melon & Peach
Puro Orange Geranium Body Scrub

And the bag, notepad and freebies..

I am trying out the Vedantika Neem Tulsi Aloe Shampoo..would review soon…

Customers from Bangalore can purchase from their corporate office in Bangalore (10 min off Brigade Road) against cash payment.

no shipping cost
cash payments accepted
free information and advice on products
testers available for make-up (lip stick, powder, foundation)

Overall I am quite happy with the site..and the brands and products they have..I am surely shopping again..totally recommended..

P.S: I got a voucher to shop for but it has not affected my opinion.

Get Sun Ready this summer with Neutrogena’s Ultrasheer Sun Care range

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Get Sun Ready this summer with Neutrogena’s Ultrasheer Sun Care range

Feels Like Nothing On, Protects Like Nothing Else!

With the Indian summer back in full swing, skin concerns multiply manifold- ranging from tanning, pigmentation, dark spots and the formidable premature aging. To combat the damaging UVA and UVB rays, you need a sunscreen that will provide superior and stable broad spectrum protection unlike an ordinary sunscreen which itself tends to break down on continued exposure to the sun- thus making your skin fall prey to skin darkening and skin aging! Addressing the needs for not just superior and scientifically advanced sun protection but also consistent sun safety, Neutrogena, the world’s leading brand of Dermatologist Recommended skincare products, presents to you its Ultrasheer range of suncare products.

Customized to your specific sun care needs, the Ultrasheer range is available in variants of SPF 30 and SPF 50 and one can choose from a sunblock cream, body mist or the UV Moisture lotion- all powered by the breakthrough patented Helioplex™ technology that contains stabilized Avobenzone, which enables the product to provide superior and stable broad spectrum protection against UVA/UVB.

What’s more, the products even feel great on the skin. They contain the renowned Dry Touch™ technology, which utilizes micronized silica powder to absorb excess sunscreen oils, leaving your skin feeling incredibly soft and non-greasy or shiny. The lightweight feel makes it ideal to be worn under make-up. They are non-comedogenic, waterproof and sweat-proof, so it won’t clog pores.

The Ultrasheer Body Mist SPF 30 offers the ease of application, with just a spray on your body lending a clean light, non greasy feel with an added hint of sheen, and you’re ready to face the sun! The Ultrasheer Complete UV Moisture SPF 50 is packed with the dual benefits of superior sun protection coupled with a non greasy moisturization formula which protects against the drying and dehydrating effects of the harmful sun rays!

The Ultrasheer range perfectly suits the sub-tropical Indian climate and is a great buy for all times- for protection that is strong on the sun, yet feels light on your skin!

The Ultra Sheer sun care range is priced at:

Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 50- 30ml Rs.150

Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 50 -88ml Rs 499

Ultra Sheer Body Mist SPF 30 -147g Rs.600

Ultra Sheer Complete UV Moisture SPF 50 -30Ml Rs 349

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Sun Care range is available across retail outlets as well as at Neutrogena’s flagship store at Grand Galleria mall, Phoenix Mills, Lower Parel, Mumbai. Neutrogena products can also be purchased online at www.neutrogena.in

P.S: PR Info

Cannes Day 2 Pictures – Freida Pinto and Innes De La Fressange for L’Oreal Paris

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Cannes’ 12 Day 2 Pictures – Freida Pinto and Innes De La Fressange for L’Oreal Paris

Freida Pinto chose a bright green Atelier Versace gown accessorized by a Ferragamo box clutch and Ferragamo peep-toes.. She seems to have got her leg show perfect, like Angelina Jolie 😉 Found the gown somehow ok..loved the color though..

Freida Pinto

Innes De La Fressange

I liked Innes De La Fressange’s Grecian column gown..looks elegant..and the blue pop of color on the eyes with the white gown looks perfect..

I loved Marion Cotillard’s look..

Eva Longoria in an Emilio Pucci dress looked fab as usual !

Jane Fonda in a figure hugging Stella McCartney scores full points again..

P.S: PR Info, Some images from Google