The renowned actress turned model Emma Watson has this week showcased a striking new cut.  This dramatic new look comes in the shape of a super short and uber chic hair style.  The fashion savvy crowd and fans of the star first became aware of the new actresses look when she posted a pic on her Facebook page.  The A list actress and Burberry muse apparently took a trip to the Cutler Salon in New York in order to achieve her new look,  the short locks really show off Emma’s pretty elf like features and her hair has been skilfully chopped into a 1960’s pixie style crop.

Emma has reportedly stated she loves the new look and that it feels incredible, all this information was also posted as a comment on the stars Facebook page.  The stylish star has said she has wanted to do this for years and years and only recently decided to take the plunge saying ‘it’s the most liberating thing ever.’

Emma is the latest celebrity star to go all out and brave a short crop – Carey Mulligan, Michelle Williams, Victoria Beckham and Renee Zellweger have all gone to the extremes of a new cut in recent months, but possible the star that went the furthest  is the supermodel Agyness Deyn.  The model really pushed the boat out and went all the way with a daring shaved head. 

Now that Emma is sporting a new sixties style crop she pays a strong resemblance to Mia Farrow and the striking look certainly suits her.

Well known model and presenter Alexa Chung was this week seen sporting an uber stylish and right on trend maxi-dress, abandoning her usual signature short attire.

The stylish celebrity was spotted in the fashion capital of New York wearing a black maxi-dress, the model looked so hip in this low key number that she is bound to make even the most unenthusiastic fashion follower try this floor length style for themselves.

Gone are the floral prints and floaty numbers, the black jersey maxi is having a major fashion moment right now and is the perfect look for summer regarding staying as cool as you look. Alexa also proves it’s the perfect staple for your city wardrobe.

In order to add a little extra to this chic look why not add a skinny leather belt to the ensemble or alternatively, steal Alexas’ style and team with a coloured or patterned ribbon for a more individual twist. Most department stores will sell a selection in their fabric sections Head to VV Rouleaux or John Lewis to buy a length yourself.

Think leather accessories when working this trend as this will add that polished edge to the ensemble. If you can fit all your daily items into an uber cute across the body bag, vintage styles look great with this trend.

Patent leather sandals look great with the maxi dress but if you want to take this look into the evening, then add a pair of higher heels in a similar style.

Finish the look with some statement jewellery, both silver and gold work well and should be layered over one another in order to create that summer edge.

With 34 years of notable experience designing menswear, the fashion house Paul Smith certainly understands the fashion needs of men, this designer has the skill to foresee up and coming trends by broadcasting an authentic sense of both wit and mischief into his collaborations, this style is then teamed with the renowned traditional and the classic style the brand echoes. Both Paul Smith’s garments and accessories are extremely unique in look and his trademark patterns and imagery add a fanciful edge to many of the pieces in the line, such as the renowned ties, cufflinks and wallets.

The new collection for the spring and summer 2010 season will certainly have Paul Smith fans excited, the 2010 pieces are extremely elegant in style and offer a series of contemporary tailored cuts complete with that trademark quintessential British edge, which the designer is infamous for.

The original classic menswear and sportswear attire has been reinvented in order to create a subtle and fresh look. This seasons’ collaborations feature two predominant tailoring silhouettes; the slim shape and classic shape, both work a smaller shoulder and are shorter in length than the previous pieces in the past seasons. Jackets appear straighter and more masculine in appearance; there are lees of the slim waisted styles that have dominated menswear fashion in the past.

The colour palette offers shades of navy, black and grey marl and is all in all very subdued; however these shades are contrasted with shots of vivid blue, red and green.