Reanimating dead celebrities is creepy. There, I said it. I cringe when I see companies using the likeness of a long dead celebrity to hawk a product (especially one that the celeb never even lived to see). But, somehow in 1:30, director Jean-Jacques Annaud makes it work brilliantly in his new spot for Christian Dior's J'Adore.
The short "movie" pairs the classic beauty of (actress and long time Dior spokesmodel) Charlize Theron with that of Grace Kelly, Marlene Dietrich and Marilyn Monroe. In the ad, they interact, hug and prepare to walk the runway in front of the backdrop of 'Galerie des Glaces' at the 'Château de Versailles'.The result is nothing short of awe-inspiring.
How do you tell the world that Beats By Dre (the industry-shifting headphone line endorsed and spearheaded by music producer Dr. Dre) are now available in slick new colors? How about a commercial featuring Dr Dre hurling paint-filled balloons at the heads of Beats listeners? Good call.
The result is a stunning 45 second clip that may be one of the years best. Props to everyone involved.
I get a lot of emails from readers asking for tips when it comes to suiting. Or, more directly, how to make stylish, modern choices in day-to-day businesswear. After some thought, I think the best way to answer this is with a series of posts about the "dos" and "don'ts" of modern, stylish workplace attire.
Style is personal and as long as you work in an industry that allows some personal expression, here's where I like to begin:
Be bold with your shirt and tie combos. Don’t be afraid to incorporate bright color into what you wear underneath your suit.
Pocket squares are one of the most overlooked necessities. They can change the entire look of a suit. Pick one that plays off of the colors in your shirt or tie. If you feel daring, add a second pocket square to a suit with an additional pocket. (Tip: Don't buy a tie and pocket square in a matching set!)
Add a bit of color to your sock selection.
Time for a new hairstyle? Go for the Mad Men, Don Draper side part.
Make a statement in the conference room with the addition of a nice watch.
Add a briefcase to your wardrobe for a more professional look.
Confidence is key. Your suit should demand the same amount of respect as you do
BONUS: Remember that FIT is king. If the suit doesn't fit properly, it won't look good. Develop a relationship with a good tailor and take all of your new suits to them.
