Cosmo Unveils Product-Placed May 2014 Cover.

 
• Cosmopolitan‘s May 2014 cover could either really annoy readers, or launch a new trend in magazine advertising. This month’s subscriber issue has a peel-away cover sponsored by L’Oreal, featuring model Robyn Lawley. The cover’s got a series of taglines, and opens up into a one-page ad for the brand’s “silkissime” mascara. So, who’s this month’s upstaged cover girl? Big Bang Theory‘s Kelly Cuoco Sweeting. Apparently, the sponsored cover was also designed by the Cosmo team, with the exception of the tagline announcing a L’Oreal contest. “It’s a bit like the white flap on The New Yorker,” editor-in-chief Joanna Coles told WWD. “It gives me twice the real estate to explain what’s in the magazine. It’s not purely an ad. I suspect we’ve unleashed a trend.” Hmm… I kind of hope not. What do you think, guys, are you into seeing more product-placed magazine covers? (WWD)

Elin Kling To Launch Her New Line Totême On The 5th Of May.

• The latest blogger to enter the design world is Elin Kling, who just announced the May 5th launch of her new line, Totême. The label will offer luxurious casual wear for women inspired by “European vacations, resorts and the elegant ’70s.” I like the sound of that! ”I wanted to create a brand that challenges my own style,” Kling said. “The design of Totême is based on a woman perfectly relaxed yet chic during her leisure time. It’s all about her attitude and how that is reflected in her style.” Prices are pretty steep, averaging around $350, but for the woman Kling is describing, I’d wager that’s just a drop in the bucket. You can buy the collection at toteme-nyc.com, Net-A-Porter, The Line, and Stockholm’s Nathalie Schuterman. (Fashionista)

Gisele Bundchen Sings Blondie Cover for H&M Summer Campaign.

• H&M‘s once again tapped Gisele Bundchen to front their summer campaign. But Ms. Bundchen isn’t just posing for pictures this time around. Taking a cue from a certain other multi-talented H&M campaign star, Gisele’s recorded a cover of Blondie‘s “Heart of Glass” with DJ Bob Sinclair. You won’t be able to hear the tune until May, when the ads officially launch. How do you imagine Gisele did on the mic? (WWD)

Rita Ora By Thomas Whiteside For Elle UK May 2014.

Solange Knowles, Erykah Badu, and Ledisi for Essence May 2014.

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Zara’s Choker With Pearls.

Chanel‘s oversized pearl choker was one of the fashion set’s favorite accessories for Spring 2014. Thankfully, those of us who don’t have Chanel money to shill out can count on Zara for an affordable alternative.

Angela Simmons by Bukunmi Grace for Culture Starved Magazine.

Antonia Thomas’s Jameson Empire Awards 2014 Kate Spade Madison Ave. Collection Elea Dress and Sophia Webster Lilico Sandals.

Antonia Thomas was ready for Spring at the Jameson Empire Awards 2014 in London in a $798 Kate Spade Madison Ave. Collection Elea Dress and $595 Sophia Webster Lilico Sandals. Her strapless dress features a retro-inspired fit and flare silhouette. Her white and pale blue leather sandals showcase black patent-leather polka dots, multicolored floral appliqués, an almond toe silhouette, and scalloped trim. This was fabulous!
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Rita Ora’s KISS FM Studios Moschino Fall 2014 Stripe Tie Neck Blouse, Chain Link Logo Belt, and Wide Leg Trousers.

If you haven’t noticed by now, Rita Ora loves Moschino! The songstress was spotted at KISS FM Studios in London in the brand’s Fall 2014 Stripe Tie Neck Blouse, Chain Link Logo Belt, and Wide Leg Trousers. She completed her look with her wavy bob and signature red lips. Rita stuck to the runway’s styling, only eschewing the flashy plastic jewelry. So cute! I’ve been loving all of Rita’s looks so far this week.
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Arlenis Sosa by Enrique Vega for Vanidades April 2014.