Spin It: "Hot-n-Fun"

We first heard this song, catching a glimpse of the music video on tv.  It's a catchy song and the video has some great style, both fashionably and graphically.  Illustration overlays seem to be making a comeback from the 60's and 70's, also appearing in Lady Gaga and Beyoncé's "Telephone" video.  

Nelly Furtado looks great in the "Hot-n-Fun" video, making an ominous appearance over the desert party.  The desert styling is pretty awesome, with fur and leather abound.  And let's not forget about the funky illustrated car!

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Gucci's Pre-Fall Ad Campaign

Gucci's pre fall advertising campaign exclusively features model Raquel Zimmerman.  The sepia tones contrasted by the steel blue of the car make for some sizzling, sophisticated imagery.  Shot in Marrakech by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott, the images evoke a sense of extreme luxury and sleek glamour.

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Amazing, Transforming Hong Kong Condo

As many of us New Yorkers (and other urban dwellers alike) know, space is hard to come by.  However, Hong Kong architect Gary Chang discovered that functionality can work wonders in even the smallest spaces.  He has designed a 344 sp. ft. apartment that can transform into 24 different rooms, all by just sliding panels and walls.  Take a look and the architectural and interior design wonder that Gary calls "Domestic Transformer" below:

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Watch THUY on Bravo TV's Double Exposure TONIGHT!

Watch New York fashion designer Thuy Diep and her team on the season finale of Bravo’s hit series Double Exposure as they present the THUY S/S 2010 COLLECTION at Bryant Park during New York Fashion Week. Catch the behind-the-scenes look at how Thuy develops the collection and prepares for the catwalk, and how Double Exposure’s Markus Klinko and Indrani shoot Thuy’s Summer 2010 campaign images on location in India.

Catch it all TONIGHT, July 20, 2010 at 11 PM / 10 PM CST on the Bravo Network, DOUBLE EXPOSURE – Check your local cable listings.

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Serena's Glam Slam in Harper's Bazaar

She's just won her fourth Wimbledon crown, and to celebrate, tennis champion Serena Williams shows off her svelte silhouette in a stunning spread for the August issue of Harper's Bazaar, on newsstands July 20.

In the photo spread, Serena showcases her stylish self in a Fendi dress, and sports a swimsuit by Eres. In the interview, she opens up about her body image, embracing her curves, and dating, revealing the reason behind breaking up with rapper/actor Common. Plus, Williams, now in top shape and looking her best, shares her diet and fitness regimen.

On her body image: "I was 23 when I realized that I wasn't Venus. She's totally different. I'm super curvy. I have big boobs and this massive butt. She's tall and she's like a model and she fits everything. I was growing up, wanting to be her, wanting to look like her, and I was always fitting in her clothes, but then one day I couldn't. But it's fine. Now I'm obviously good, but it's a weird thing. . . . To this day, I don't love my arms. People want more fit arms, but my arms are too fit. But I'm not complaining. They pay my bills."

On beauty: "Since I don't look like every other girl, it takes a while to be okay with that. To be different. But different is good. I feel so much sexier with short hair. I wanted to reach inside me and feel better. I don't want to hide behind a facade of hair."

Photo credit: William Klein

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