// Hedi Klum Made A Very Kate Moss-esque Music Video, Strip Poles and All //

Who knew that Hedi Klum had a bad ass side to her personality? Apparently, legendary photog Rankin who shot the German blonde bombshell for his Hunger TV online channel did indeed knew.

Premiering on the Hunger's YouTube channel just yesterday (named after Rankin's new magazine), we see Hedi swapping out high fashion glam for glam rock hardcoreness as she sings and swings her way through every rock and roll cliché. We're talking about wearing sunglasses in a dark-lit setting; getting a tattoo done by a pudgy, bearded dude that's balding; inhaling tons of cigarettes; singing into a studio-recording microphone; dry-humping a guitar in the rain; grinding up on a strip pole; and getting too cozy with our dear American flag.

I don't know about you guys but this is the kind of video I'd expect Kate Moss to star in. I mean, she has the rock and roll credentials being married to The Kills' Jamie Hince, as well as being the GF of one of rock's eternal hot messes, Pete Doherty. Plus, she's already got her stripping experience down from appearing alongside a pole in a music video for The White Stripes a few years back. 

Oh, and all that cigarette smoking? Definitely a Kate Moss trademark.

// FREEBIE ALERT: Win A Brand New Laptop From HP! //

Let's face it–there's a 87% chance that you need a new laptop, am I right?

GOOD NEWS - The nice folks over at HP want to give one CLICK/CLASH reader a brand new HP ENVY 14 Spectre laptop!

But, what's so great about this laptop anyway?

Well...

--It has scratch-resistant glass [amazing] on three surfaces for a stunning, eye-catching look.

--Baller 14" inch high definition display and up to 9 hours of battery life.

--Beats Audio sound technology, designed by HP with Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine, and analog dial to adjust audio levels for your "DJ gigs."

--Backlit keyboard for those late nights on the grind.

Funny enough, the other week HP actually took me and a few other cool blogger folks in NYC along a bit of a treasure-hunt-meets-live-action-mystery-play-tour around the Downtown hoods of FiDi, Chinatown, Little Italy and NoLita, with the Spectre as the leading star of the whole shebang. 

Don't believe me? Then check out these photos below:

[Side note: there was a "Russian" mafioso a la Brighton Beach circa 1991 character during this whole ad-ven-ture thing that I couldn't stop laughing over. Totally reminded me of my days growing up in Northeast Philadelphia where my Russian/Polish native speaking parents would take me to every weekend to go to Russian/Polish places. Yup.]

SO HOW DO I WIN A COMPUTER?

1. Tweet @ClickClash + @HP the name of your favorite song at the moment, along with #Spectre to be entered in the giveaway.

2. One (1) winner will be chosen at random and contacted via Direct Message.

[Disclaimer/important legal stuff/official rules of the game: CLICK/CLASH is the sponsor of this game. Prizes and promotional support provided by HP. Winner's contact info will be given to HP in order for them to send you your prize. Must be at least 18 years-old to enter. Open to residents within the United States.]

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// DIOR'S 'SECRET GARDEN - VERSAILLES': EXTENDED VIDEO AND BTS PHOTOS //

Watch the extended version of Secret Garden – Versailles above.

Depeche Mode "Enjoy The Silence".
Inez and Vinoodh.
Dior.
Excellence.

Versailles, France.
#Postmodernism.
Luxury.

J'ADORE.

Photos courtesy of Dior (http://www.dior.com)

// A FASHION MOMENT WITH VERY.CO.UK [SPONSORED] //

 From the Runway to the Workday

Women in the workplace have come a long way – not only are we fighting for (and winning!) equal pay and positions, we’ve also managed to shed the dowdy business duds of yesteryear. Gone are the notions that if a woman wants to advance in her career she has to do so in a uniform of pantyhose, sensible shoes and power suits. Women are now expressing fierce personal style from the boardroom to the VIP.

Just flick on the telly and see how ladies like Kim Kardashian and Olivia Palermo have taken women’s professional attire to a whole new level of chic. These working women have used their reality TV platforms to transform notions of what’s acceptable in the workplace today.

Fashionable AND Professional

One super chic style that’s now become perfectly appropriate for the office is leggings, and their slightly more daring cousin, wet-look leggings. Of course it’s all about the styling with these statement skinnies. When donning a pair of during the day, steer clear of anything else tight or cropped. The name of the game is coverage. We’d opt for a long tunic top, paired with a smart blazer à la Fearne (but you might lose the bow tie). Or, if you’re in need of more inspiration, look no further than the gal who kicked off the trend in the first place - Lauren Conrad. Whether you loved The Hills or not (guilty pleasure anyone?) she’s certainly got a skilled eye for balanced style.

Another fashion rule that’s been rewritten in the professional handbook is the one about bright colours and patterns – previously considered loud, they’re now completely acceptable and make a powerful, confident statement. Check out these looks on Olivia. They’re fresh and eye-catching without being in-your-face. So amp up your office presence by trying out a great coloured blazer or printed top.

If you want to add edge to your workwear, pick up one of spring’s new trend leather jackets. They’re light enough to be worn inside and add just a touch of tough to an otherwise traditional daytime look. Take inspiration from Kim and go for subtle nude colours (not in that way!) for a less bold approach or Lauren, pairing your jacket with a smart button-down blouse and high-wasted trousers for a modern twist on a classic combination.

The Rule of ONE

The key to pulling off a more daring daytime look is remembering the Rule of One: have one statement piece - leggings, jacket, shoes or top - and keep the rest simple. And, of course, the most important element you need to carry of your new style is confidence - but in one of these ensembles who wouldn’t be brimming with boldness?

[This post was sponsored by Very.co.uk. Content in this post was written by an affiliate of Very.co.uk.]

// ACNE SPRING/SUMMER 2012 / PRINTS PWEASE //

 

There's something about these prints from ACNE's Spring/Summer 2012 collection.

It appeals to my inner design nerd.

Et vous?

bisous bijoux,

susie g x^x*

// A.K.A. ROFLCOPTER (fashion film) //

this video made me roflcopter. elle. oh. elle.

1,2,3, jams,

S N Geez. x