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nostalgia Apr 30, 2013

From Folklore to Film: The History of Cinderella

Many of us know the Cinderella story thanks to Disney's popular animated film, but the fairy tale about a girl with a magical guardian dates all the way back to the first century.

by Laura Marie Meyers

Many of us know the Cinderella story thanks to Disney's popular animated film, but the fairy tale about a girl with a magical guardian dates all the way back to the first century. Since then, several versions have popped up in literature, music, film, and TV, and now Downton Abbey's cousin Rose, actress Lily James, has been chosen to star in Kenneth Branagh's live-action version. Disney plans to release the film next year, and production is slated for this Fall. In the meantime, let's take a look at the evolution of Cinderella, from ancient Egypt to now.

Source: ABC, 20th Century Fox, and Disney

Histoires ou Contes du Temps Passé, 1697

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Wedding Decor Mar 14, 2013

How to Throw a Fairy-Tale Wedding Fit For a Princess

With two big blockbusters based on Snow White last year and now both Beauty and the Beast and Cinderella films in the works, fairy tales are making a comeback.

by Tara Block

With two big blockbusters based on Snow White last year and now both Beauty and the Beast and Cinderella films in the works, fairy tales are making a comeback. It's clear the modern masses continue to be drawn to storybook tales of fair maidens and prince charmings. So if you are looking for some dreamy, whimsical, and outright magical wedding ideas, then take a journey through our favorite fairy-tale-inspired weddings.

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food and parties Feb 25, 2013

Ally’s Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Royal Tea Birthday Party

When your mom's known for throwing some of the most original parties for Hollywood's most famous tots, you can be sure she's got something fabulous up her sleeve for your seventh birthday.

by Rebecca M Gruber

When your mom's known for throwing some of the most original parties for Hollywood's most famous tots, you can be sure she's got something fabulous up her sleeve for your seventh birthday. Jenny Keller, the baker and event designer behind Seattle-based Jenny Cookies, certainly did. For her own daughter's big day, she turned to Ally's favorite princess of all time, Cinderella.

"Since Ally was 18 months old, she's been head over heels for Cinderella. At age 3, she spent three solid months in her Cinderella dress. Every. Single. Day. For three months," Jenny shared. "We've watched the movie more times than we can count and have stood in the princess line at Disneyland for more hours than I'd like to admit. Ally was soon nicknamed Cinderally for her overwhelming passion for all things Cinderella. So coming up with Ally’s birthday party theme was pretty easy. Cinderella! To make it a little more creative, we went with Cinderally’s Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique."

With Jenny at the helm, you know the party was filled with spectacular cakes, cookies, cake pops, and more, but you won't believe all of the details she wove into this royal tea party. Click through for all of the spectacular details, from princess makeovers for each guest (by none other than the Fairy Godmother) to a cake that even took this experienced event planner by surprise.

Source: Jenny Cookies

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Food and Fun Jan 25, 2013

Pumpkins and Princesses! A Royal Cinderella Birthday Party

Event planner Keren Precel has shown us again and again that she knows how to throw an awesome little-boy party, but with this Cinderella-themed affair, she proves that she knows how to celebrate girls, as well.

by Kate Stahl

Event planner Keren Precel has shown us again and again that she knows how to throw an awesome little-boy party, but with this Cinderella-themed affair, she proves that she knows how to celebrate girls, as well.

Thrown for 4-year-old Lilah, this party goes beyond the typical Disney-purchased fare. "We wanted to create a Cinderella theme with our own designed elements, rather than using the obvious store-bought items," Keren says. "We started off by creating a one-of-a-kind, custom-made logo for the party: a pink princess carriage decorated with blue lace." Graphic elements, combined with a doll-topped cake, lots of little characters from the movie, a fairy godmother wishing tree, and some awesome frilly paper products make this one party Lilah will never forget!

Source: Keren Precel Events

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Makeup Oct 19, 2012

Why the Cinderella Makeup Line Is Better Than You Might Think

Once upon a time, a beauty collaboration came together, and it was so lovely that we had to tell you all about it.

by Annie Tomlin

Once upon a time, a beauty collaboration came together, and it was so lovely that we had to tell you all about it. In partnership with Disney, Sephora has launched Reigning Beauties, a series of exclusive collections inspired by the animation giant's most popular princesses. Kicking things off is Cinderella, whose tale is interpreted into lip color, fragrance, nail polish, and more. While the packaging is gorgeous, what's inside is even better. Housed in a velveteen tray, the Storylook eye shadow palette ($55) matches its 20 shades directly to the Pantone colors of the 1950 film. A gold shimmer is lifted from Gus Gus's shirt, a periwinkle hue is identical to the fairy godmother's dress, and (of course) Cinderella's glass slipper has inspired an icy light blue. Lest you think this is kids' stuff, the color payoff and silky texture are both impressive. Just as Cinderella had to dash home before midnight, though, this collection won't be around for long — so have a look before it's too late.

Manolo Blahnik J.Crew Collaboration Halted

Heidi Klum Apr 26, 2012

Manolo Blahnik Won't Collaborate With J.Crew, Nowness Translates to Chinese, and Christian Louboutin's Cinderella Shoe

>> Those stories and more in our daily news roundup.

by Justin Fenner

>> Those stories and more in our daily news roundup.

Turns out that much-rumored collaboration between Manolo Blahnik and J.Crew isn't going to happen — or at least not this Fall. "Although we were looking forward to the potential collaboration between our two brands, we both came to the conclusion that fall wasn't the right time," a rep for Manolo Blahnik said in an email. "We hope to do something together in the future." [Elle]
Nowness, the online fashion and culture showcase owned by LVMH, debuted a Chinese version yesterday. In a statement, the site's editors said they made the move to capitalize "on China's significant position as a growing luxury market and the importance of digital and social media in the region." [The Wall Street Journal]
Heidi Klum partnered with Babies "R" Us on a line of baby products called Truly Scrumptious. The line includes infant-sized clothing and accessories, but it also extends to furniture, home decor, and bedding for the under-5 set. [LilSugar]
Christian Louboutin will collaborate with Disney when he creates a real-life version of Cinderella's famous glass slippers this Summer, commemorating the release of Cinderella on DVD this Fall. "I have been so lucky to have crossed paths with Cinderella, an icon who is so emblematic to the shoe world as well as the dream world," Louboutin said. [The Huffington Post]
Calvin Klein's on-and-off boyfriend Nick Gruber reportedly left his New York penthouse for a stint at an undisclosed rehabilitation clinic on Wednesday. Sources saw Gruber, who was arrested for cocaine possession earlier this week, leaving his apartment with a wheelie suitcase and overheard him talking about the trip. [The Cut]
Photo: Models wearing Manolo Blahnik shoes during J.Crew's Fall 2012 presentation.