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25-year-old Carlina Duran Baldera from central La Vega province has been crowned the new Miss Dominican Republic Universe 2012 during the annual contest held in Santo Domingo on April.17, 2012.

Hollywood’s elites including Catherine Zeta Jones, Michael Douglas and Twilight star Dakota Fanning attended the annual Vanity Fair party held in New York City.

Victoria's Secret Angels Erin Heatherton, Lindsay Ellingson and Toni Garrn's launch perfume and Dream Angels 2-Cup Push-Up.

One of the UK's most prestigious literary awards - the Orange Prize - has announced their shortlist for the 2012 awards.

Harry Potter Magic Still Alive, J K Rowling Working on Potter Encyclopedia

For Princess Charlene, lately it has all been about black, beige and other monochromatic colours while selecting her outfits for various occasions.

A-listers from Hong Kong film industry gather for 31st Hong Kong Film Awards.

British heiress and fashion collection, Daphne Guinness has announced the auction of her collections from her personal archive at auction house Christie's.

The 36th Olivier Awards, the most prestigious awards in theatre in UK will be announced on 15 April 2012 at the Royal Opera House, London.

The Lawrence Olivier Award is the highest honor in British theatre and is presented by the Society of London Theatre. The 2012 awards will be presented on 15 April, at a ceremony at the Royal Opera House in London.

Raf Simons has been appointed as the Artistic Director of Women's Haute Couture, Ready-to-Wear and Accessories collections.

Iconic Photographer Helmut Newton's Self-Portrait Could Fetch £90,000 at Christie's Auction

High end luxury lingerie label, Victoria's Secret has presented 19-year old Toni Garrn as the new addition to their Angel list which includes names like Miranda Kerr and Alessandra Ambrosio.

As the 100th anniversary Titanic Memorial Cruise reaches the mid-Atlantic Ocean on April.13, 2012; passengers assembled for a reception on board the MS Balmoral in period costumes and traditional dresses.

Platform heels and stilettos ruled the Aintree Ladies Day held in Liverpool.

JK Rowling has announced the title of her first next novel - "The Casual Vacancy".

They rule the ramp and it was through them that the term "supermodel" came into existence. These women, including Kate Moss and France's first lady Carla Bruni Sarkozy, have time and again set new standards of beauty for the different generations through their glamorous looks.

Model and style icon launches womenswear range for high street chain

The Royal Ascot, which is one of the biggest occasions in the social calendar of Britain, has unveiled new guidelines for the 2012 events that strictly prohibit the entry of “mad-hatters” at the event.

After the famous "airbrush fail" by fashion photographer Mario Testino featuring Kate Moss and her daughter for an issue of US Vogue, the new Mango campaign catches the stunning model au naturale.

From ballgowns designed for Elizabeth the Queen Mother to red carpet creations worn by celebrities like Elizabeth Hurley; "Ballgowns: British Glamour" is an exclusive exhibition showcased by the Victoria & Albert Museum in London starting May.19, 2012.

'The Lion King' Becomes Broadway's Highest Grosser

Just months before Amanda Knox releases her much-publicised book narrating her side of the story of the murder of British student Meredith Kercher, the victim's father is to release a book detailing the heart wrenching events that robbed their family of their happiness.

Simons' appointment has been made after the former director John Galliano was dismissed due to his Anti-Semitic behaviour in a Paris bar.

Australian Artist Richard Bell Receives $AUD147,000 For Damages Caused by American Film Maker

Among the outstanding items in the sale is a rare Venetian enamel and parcel gilt decorated copper dish from around 1500, estimated at £25,000-30,000.

Thomas Kinkade, 'Painter of Light', Dies at the Age of 54

Bonhams' Print Sale section is all set for the auction of a major work by one of the most important British print makers of the 20th Century at New Bond Street London.

The luxury label will reportedly create the uniforms for the athletes as well as the technical team's uniforms.