Posts Tagged ‘Reese Witherspoon’

Do you find that no matter how hard you try, you’re still not drinking enough water? I do! In an attempt to stay healthy and be kinder to the earth, many positive celebrities are choosing to hydrate in style with a reusable water container. My fondness for cool canteens started with a Sigg. The original and famous Swiss bottles are made from a single piece of pure aluminum. Gisele is often seen carrying her Sigg around New York!

They’re slick, seamless and durable…and now Sigg has launched an iPhone app that monitors your water intake. You can download the “SIGG – Stay Hydrated’ iPhone App here for free.

Then Mr H. lent me his Lifefactory glass bottle from Whole Foods and like Jessica Alba, I was hooked. It’s clear to see why!

Lifefactory fuses modern sensibility, eco-friendly composition and exceptional utility to produce safe glass baby and beverage bottles. Each bottle is wrapped in a brightly colored silicone sleeve and comes with a handy clip so you can attach it to your bag.

These clever glass bottles are chemical free and keep water tasting cleaner. I am gutted to have misplaced the blue one (identical to Reese Witherspoon’s) that I bought at Whole Foods in the U.S. as I am yet to find a stockist in the U.K.

Had I known about their baby bottles, I would have definitely invested…but I’m more than happy with Born Free glass baby bottles. Mr H. and I prefer the taste of glass and we knew our baby would too. The bottles and cups come with a special venting system that helps reduce colic and ear infections and are favoured by Matthew Mcconaughey and son Levi, as well as Nicole Richie and daughter Sparrow.

Jessica Biel has been spotted with a large mouth Klean Kanteen.

I recently picked up a 18oz Classic stainless steel Klean Kanteen with a sports cap at Jivamukti Yoga in London. It cleverly has their logo on the front and makes me think positive thoughts whenever I see it. Masaru Emoto would approve!

This is a celebrity trend that is not only easy to follow and eco-friendly, it’s also good for you! Disposable plastic bottles are derived from a potentially hormone-disrupting chemical BPA, which has been linked to increased fat formation and disrupted reproductive cycles — among other things.

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Reese Witherspoon kisses her single life goodbye! On Saturday, the Legally Blonde actress, 35, tied the knot to her CAA talent agent beau, Jim Toth, 40.

The couple, who became engaged in December, exchanged vows in an intimate ceremony under large white tents at Reese’s six-acre ranch estate in Ojai, Ca.

Reese’s big day was accompanied by a star-studded guest list. Matthew McConaughey and Camila Alves, Robert Downey, Jr. and his wife Susan, Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin, Sean Penn with Scarlett Johansson, and a newly single Renee Zellweger were just a few of the celebs in attendance.

Reese and Jim’s 125 guests enjoyed a pre-wedding cocktail hour before the 20 minute ceremony began. Once things got underway, Reese’s two children, Deacon and Ava, along with Jim reportedly proceeded down the aisle to the “Tennessee Waltz.”

The gorgeous bride, wearing Monique Lhuillier, entered the ceremony to “Here Comes the Bride” before saying “I Do”.

As weddings symbolize of a couple’s future together, Reese left her past behind. Neither her ex-husband, Ryan Phillippe, nor her ex-boyfriend, Jake Gyllenhaal, was in attendance.

Saturday marked Reese’s second marriage, and Jim’s first. Cheers to the happy couple!

Make an easy transition into spring with Heartloom’s versatile Jilly dress.  Wear it now with boots and a faux fur vest, as seen on Shameless star Emmy Rossum!

For the warmer weather of spring, wear the chic floral mini dress alone to expose the intricate cut-out back.

Of the adorable mini dress, Emmy says, “I love the lightweight dress and I don’t want to wait for spring to wear it, so I toss on faux fur and cozy suede boots.”

Other celebrity fans of Heartloom include Halle Berry, Eva Longoria, Jessica Alba, Fergie, Hilary Duff, Vanessa Hudgens, Carrie Underwood, Katherine Heigl, Reese Witherspoon, Nicky Hilton and many others.

Heartloom’s Jilly dress is now available exclusively at www.blueheavenboutique.com, and for more of the latest fashion news check back often right here at Positively Celebrity!

Cindy Crawford was spotted this week at LAX wearing one of spring’s hottest denim trends – Black Orchid’s “Black Beauty High Rise Flares” in Sunrise wash!

Adding a light sweater and boots, the model mom is a chic traveler in the flares which feature a higher rise and slight distressing for a worn-in look.

Other celebrity fans of Black Orchid include Jessica Alba, Reese Witherspoon, AnnaLynne McCord, Hilary Duff, Demi Moore, Vanessa Hudgens, Halle Berry, Sandra Bullock, Carrie Underwood, Christina Aguilera, Fergie, Paris Hilton, Kristen Stewart, Ellen Pompeo, Emmy Rossum, Dakota Fanning and many others.

Black Orchid’s “Black Beauty High Rise Flares” retail for $123.00 at www.revolveclothing.com

On Wednesday, friends, family, and fans gathered on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame, to witness Reese Witherspoon – one of my personal fav’s – receive her well deserved star. The Legally Blonde actress, 34, is the 2,425th celeb to receive this amazing honor, and she accepted her award with her #1 fans in tow, her daughter Ava and son, Deacon.

James L. Brooks, writer and director of Reese’s latest movie, How Do You Know, introduced the actress to the crowd, accompanied with some kind words. Reese also had another mini support system by her side on her special day, Bruiser, Reese’s Chihuahua co-star from Legally Blonde!

The actress – who began her career in 1990 with an open casting call for the movie, The Man in the Moon. – told E! News, “What I understand now, after 20 years of making movies, is that the achievement is being part of a community of people—often who have done this for generations—who are the best at what they do.”

Reese wrapped up the ceremony by posing for pictures with her family, and her boyfriend, Hollywood agent Jim Toft.

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Supermodel Fashion Alert!  Recently, Alessandra Ambrosio headed to lunch in beautiful Beverly Hills with her equally adorable daughter Anja wearing Black Orchid’s “Black Jewel Jegging” in Mist wash.

Adding a slouchy sweater and scarf, the stylish mom and model looked stunningly slim and sleek in the faded grey skinnies. What a great casual but chic look!

Hollywood is buzzing about these designer denim duds.  Alessandra joins a long list of celebrity fans of Black Orchid including Reese Witherspoon, Hilary Duff, Jessica Alba, Charlize Theron, Christina Aguilera, Vanessa Hudgens, Kristen Stewart, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Dakota Fanning, AnnaLynne McCord and many others.

Black Orchid’s Black Jewel Jeggings in Mist retail for $118.00. Check out www.revolveclothing.com to order your very own pair.

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Sleep your way to beautiful skin and hair!

The concept of “beauty sleep” isn’t an Old Wives’ Tale. Experts say sleep does affect your skin and has a variety of benefits.

When you sleep, your body is busy repairing itself. Not only is sleep beneficial to your health, but it also plays a vital role in your looks.  Getting the proper amount of sleep can be better than even the most expensive beauty creams and treatments!

Here are some of the beauty benefits of a good night’s sleep:

Eyes: The benefits of sleep on the appearance of your eyes are seemingly endless. Bloodshot eyes, bags, dark under-eye circles, and puffiness can all be reduced, if not completely erased, by getting enough sleep.

Skin Tone: Sleep can work as an instant relief for ashy, washed-out, and red skin. While you snooze, your skin cells turn over faster renewing itself, which helps you wake with a healthy glow!

Hair: Increased sleep has been proven to make your locks grow faster. While you’re dozing off, your body is busy repairing itself and secreting growth hormones, which work to improve hair health and promote growth.

Acne: Sleep deprivation has been shown to increase inflammation, as well as insulin resistance, both of which are major culprits of acne.  In addition, sleep helps to build a strong immune system, which in turn works to fight infection so that blemishes clear up more quickly. The moral of the story is sleep more, break-out less.

Wrinkles: While you sleep your body produces more protein, allowing cells to repair damage – including those harmed from ultraviolet rays (a.k.a sun damage) and pollution. Getting your 8 hours can also result in more human growth hormone production which works to retain skin elasticity, making you less likely to wrinkle.

Jennifer Lopez and Helen Mirren (65) swear by sleep as their number one beauty secret!!

Sleeping Beauty Tips:

Many factors are crucial for getting enough sleep. Here are some tips to get you well rested and beautiful!

1. Chill out! To get your body relaxed and ready for a perfect night’s sleep, draw a relaxing bubble bath and sit with your favorite book before you snooze.
2. Keep your bedroom only for sleep (and sex!) It’s best to leave work materials, computers and televisions out of your sleeping environment.
3. The darker the better! A dark, cool sleeping environment is best for sleeping beauties. Invest in some black-out shades or just wear your favorite sleeping mask.
4. Finish eating 2-3 hours before bedtime. Eating before bed can make you uncomfortable and keep you up. Plus, you want your body working on repair, not digestion. And definitely no caffeine before bed!

Sleeping Beauty Extras:

Save Face: SILK PILLOWCASES

Kate Winslet and Reese Witherspoon are just two of several starlets who sleep on silk pillowcases and wake up looking perfectly coifed and creaseless. So, are they onto something? “Believe it or not, the weight of your head pushing your face against the pillow will create what are called sleep wrinkles and can worsen existing lines. So to prevent sleep wrinkles and to help delay worsening of existing facial lines,use a silk pillowcase.  Silk is also a strand savior for brittle, damaged hair!

Branche Charmeuse Case

Available at: www.branchebeautysleep.com

NIGHT CREAMS:

Sleep also increases skincare’s efficacy so slather on your favorite night cream! Before resting your beautiful face be sure to clean off all makeup and apply your night cream. Choose a cream rich in anti-oxidants for faster cell turnover or a deep moisturizing cream for an extra dewy glow the next morning.

Clinique Repairwear Intensive Night Cream

This is a very potent nighttime moisturizer and anti-oxidant booster that helps to mend lines and wrinkles.

Nighty night my sleeping beauties!

Peace, Love, and Sexiness!

Be sure to check out more of Angie Ohman’s great beauty blogs right here at Positively Celebrity!

Now that it’s the Holidays, where are the top celebrities going to celebrate?  Most are staying local, going on trips throughout the U.S, but some are venturing out too.

Where are the celebs being spotted spreading some Holiday cheer? Since Thanksgiving it seems that everyone has taken a trip to the Big Apple. NYC is the #1 holiday destination so far. Miley Cyrus, Will Smith and family, John Mayer, Kristen Stewart, and Reese Witherspoon are just a few of the famous folks celebrating in NY.

Skiing has been another popular way to spend the Holidays with Gwen Stefani and son Kingston in Deer Valley and the Clintons at Camp David all spending quality time with the family.

Las Vegas has been a place of Holiday celebration for stars Benji Madden and Kelly Carlson. Carlson was spotted shopping at the Palazzo Shoppes.

Out of the country it seems that Dubai is the place to go. Mischa Barton, Lily Allen and Mary-Kate Olsen were all seen at the grand opening for Atlantis in Dubai.

And visiting Brazil puts Matthew McConaughey and Camila Alves into the Holiday spirit.

Wherever the destination, it looks as if Hollywood celebrities will have a positively fabulous holiday vacation!

The Belles of the Ball

Most improved: After her gypsy-inspired ensemble at the Golden Globes and peach bridesmaid dress at the SAG Awards, Oscar nominee Marisa Tomei finally got it right with her one-shoulder silver, pleated Versace gown.

5. Amy Adams: Sure the Oscar nominee’s Fred Leighton necklace was huge, but it was stunning with 39 carats of diamonds and 630 carats of sapphires, emeralds and rubies. While it could have matched a little better, it still didn’t take away from her red Carolina Herrera gown. The draping fabric in the front and black stitching across the bust and down her back made for some exquisite details.

4. Taraji P. Henson: The best actress nominee didn’t look anything like her frumpy alter ego in “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” in her delicately pleated, fitted champagne gown. Her big diamond necklace and train added extra elegance to the Roberto Cavalli gown without overpowering her.

3. Reese Witherspoon: The rich blue and black colors of the former Oscar winner’s Rodarte gown made for a striking contrast. Adding to the beautiful ensemble are the sparkles on the bust area and the draping black fabric.

2. Alicia Keys: We’re not sure why the Grammy-winning singer was at the Oscars, but she sure showed those movie stars how it’s done with her elegant yet young fuchsia Giorgio Armani Prive gown.

1. Natalie Portman: This beautiful actress was a lovely fresh breath of air in her Rodarte orchid-colored gown, which set her far apart from the many other metallic and black gowns on the red carpet. It fit her perfectly, and her simple silver bracelet, rings, and earrings were just enough.

Better luck next year

Least Improved: The “Slumdog Millionaire” beauty turned heads on the red carpet at the Golden Globes with her strapless mustard slightly ruffled gown and at the SAG Awards with her purple whimsical gown (although she could have lost the draped scarf). Yet, her blue John Galliano gown at the Oscars didn’t look like a million bucks with the laced one sleeve.  

5. Melissa Leo.  The Oscar nominee hasn’t had a lot of practice on the red carpet, but she could have used some pointers when it came to her frumpy brown dress with the oddly placed brooches pinned to her cap sleeves. A vibrant gown color and a more polished hair style could have done wonders.

4. Miley Cyrus: The huge volcano-looking skirt on her Zuhair Murad silk tulle gown was just too overpowering for the petite 16-year-old.

3. Beyonce: Hugh Jackman’s dancing partner should have taken a cue from fellow singer, Alicia Keys when picking out a gown. The House of Dereon dress was yet another mermaid-style that we’ve come to see her wear again and again; but, the biggest crime was the gold leaf design. It’s one thing to want an Oscar, but you shouldn’t match it.

2. Sarah Jessica Parker: Her alter ego, Carrie Bradshaw, is a fashionista, but this Dior Couture gown would have been better off on Barbie with its belt and overly puffy skirt.

1. Jessica Biel: You’d think Justin Timberlake could give his girlfriend better fashion tips. It looked like she had some extra fabric left over, so she just tucked it right back into her champagne Prada gown. The stiff round bottom of the gown was no hit either, but at least it hid her black close-toed shoes.

Best surprise: With song/dance man Hugh Jackman as host, surprise presenters, and funny gag bits, the Oscar’s was one of the most entertaining it’s been in a long time. (Ratings were even up 6 percent from last year’s telecast.)

Worst surprise: Chances are you won your office pool because just about no surprise winners threw off our ballots. “Slumdog Millionaire” cleaned up winning 8 nominations including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay as predicted, and Kate Winslet, Heath Ledger, and Penélope Cruz won as expected. The biggest upset was Sean Penn winning Best Actor over Mickey Rourke, but really we all knew it was between the two anyway.

Worst use of presenting the Best Pictures:  Up until the last ten minutes of the show, you wouldn’t even know which films were nominated for Best Picture, and isn’t this what the night was really all about? Instead of showcasing clips throughout the night like usual, the clips were only shown right before the award was handed out. Even worse, they were intermingled with previous films that have similar themes making the clips confusing and taking attention away from the nominees.

Best presentation of movies: The montages of film genres recapping the best of 2008 were done so in great pop culture fashion. Coldplay’s “Lovers in Japan” played to the great romance flicks, Wall-E the adorable robot found a tape of the best animation movies, and the hilarious James Franco and Seth Rogen reprised their “Pineapple Express” roles as they watched DVDs of the funniest comedies.

Worst use of presenting the Best Songs: The song nominees, which are usually played in their entirety throughout the night, also weren’t given their full due. The two “Slumdog Millionaire” songs and “Wall-E” song were shortened and played one after the other. We all knew “Jai Ho” was going to win, but “Wall-E” should have been given it’s own set piece rather than making John Legend sing with “Slumdog’s” Indian back-up dancers and drummers.

Best use of presenting awards: Rather than randomly presenting awards, the telecast walked the audience through the making of a movie starting with the screenwriting process to art direction to editing. Stars associated with the category was also a nice touch like action hero Will Smith presenting Best Visual Effects and Sound Mixing and “Religious” filmmaker Bill Maher presenting Best Documentary.

Best presenters: Steve Martin and Tina Fey presented the screenplay awards humorously (“Don’t fall in love with me” Martin stoically told a googly eyed Fey) and controversially (poking fun at Hollywood-favorite Scientology). And don’t forget about Ben Stiller who delivered a dead-on impression of Joaquin Phoenix’s bizarre appearance on the “Late Show with David Letterman” while presenting with Natalie Portman. It would have been even funnier though if it wasn’t just parodied at the previous night’s Independent Spirit Awards.

Best use of presenters: Keeping most of the identities of the presenters top-secret beforehand made for a more exciting show because you never knew who was going to come out next. Hello Will Smith, hello Reese Witherspoon!

Worst use of presenters: While it was fun seeing past winners like Nicole Kidman, Robert De Niro, and Christopher Walken, presenting the nominees, it came off too self-congratulatory. Instead of comments like “You really nailed it” and Marion Cotillard clasping her hands together cooing “Thank you” to Winslet, let’s see some clips instead. Most viewers at home haven’t seen all the movies, so it’d be more interesting to see the performances for which they’re nominated. 

Best acceptance speech: Instead of the director or co-stars accepting on his behalf, the acceptance of Heath Ledger’s Oscar by his family was much more touching. “Tonight we are choosing to be happy and celebrate what he has achieved,” his mother, Sally Bell, said.

Funniest acceptance speeches: Where to begin? First there’s Phillipe Petit, the subject of the documentary, “Man on Wire,” who not only balanced the Oscar on his chin, he also made a coin disappear.  Then the Japanese director of the Best Animated Short, “Kunio Kato thanked Mr. Roboto.” Finally, Best Director, Danny Boyle, bounced up and down in homage of Tigger for his children.  

Worst camera shots: Awkward alert… Not only did Jennifer Aniston have to present an award mere feet away from Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, the camera cut away to Brangelina twice! At least Jolie and Pitt made nice and weren’t giving dirty looks.

Best use of teeny boppers: While baby faced stars like Zac Efron, Vanessa Hudgens, Robert Pattinson, and Amanda Seyfried presented and performed on stage to most likely draw in the younger audience, their presence was downplayed and didn’t make the Oscars feel like the Teen Choice Awards.

Best secret talent: Anne Hathaway showed off her really good voice in her pretend-impromptu song and dance number with Jackman. Look out Beyoncé. Maybe you won’t be needed next year.

Here are the winners of the major categories:

Best Picture: “Slumdog Millionaire”

Best Actor: Sean Penn, “Milk”

Best Actress: Kate Winslet, “The Reader”

Best Supporting Actor: Heath Ledger, “The Dark Knight”

Best Supporting Actress: Penélope Cruz, “Vicky Cristina Barcelona”

Best Director: Danny Boyle, “Slumdog Millionaire”