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Beyonce's bikini ad in modesty war and more fashion news!
Welcome to the weekly fashion round-up, where we bring you the latest on supermodels, style, designers and everything in-between!
Which supermodel has revealed the secret to her youthful look? Which curvy singer has slimmed down and is showing off her bod?
Here's the lowdown on the latest fashion news!
Beyonce's new bikini ad brews modesty war
Residents of a New York neighbourhood have taken to covering up Beyonce's bikini ads for clothing store H&M.
According to New York blog Bowerie Boogie, a bus stop billboard of the 31-year-old singer in a barely-there bikini was covered up, Stuff.co.nz reported.
One person said that everyday someone tapes a cover over the ad and everyday people rip it down.
The person added that they suspect the same modesty war exists in Williamsburg, but it is daily now.
Mexican-American Raquel Pomplun named Playboy Playmate of the Year
Raquel Pomplun has landed Playboy's coveted Playmate of the Year title.
Playboy founder Hugh Hefner raved about the April 2012 cover girl at a luncheon in her honour on Thursday, May 9, at the Playboy Mansion in Holmby Hills, California, where he announced the news and revealed Pomplun's June PMOY cover, Us Magazine reported.
"This year's Playmate of the Year is a winner in every way," the 87-year-old magazine mogul said in his introduction, adding that Pomplun is the first Mexican-American to be chosen for the honour.
Since becoming Miss April, Pomplun has become extremely popular through personal appearances.
She's been a host on Playboy Radio's Playboy Club and Playboy Presents, and a member of the Playboy Dancers.
She's also appeared as a host on Black Belt TV.
Miranda Kerr dons skimpy swimsuit to promote new makeup range in US
Miranda Kerr stripped for a risque photoshoot in Miami to promote her new range of makeup -- part of her Kora Organics cosmetics brand -- in the US.
The 30-year-old model flaunted her incredible body in a plunging black swimsuit, the Sun reported.
She recently walked away from her contract with lingerie brand Victoria's Secret in order to spend more time with her family.
Christina Aguilera flaunts new slim figure in stunning pic
Christina Aguilera silenced the critics of her body by tweeting an image that shows off her new slimline figure.
The 32-year-old pop diva, who put on weight after giving birth to her son Max five years ago, has been seen hitting the gym in recent times.
The photograph, from the set of the music video for her single Hoy Tengo Ganas De Ti! with Mexican singer Alejandro Fernandez, shows her wearing just a small black skirt and bra top, as she leans from a balcony window overlooking the sea, the Sun reported.
The 5'2" singer tweeted along with the image, "On set shooting music video with @Alexoficial for #HoyTengoGanasDeTi."
Rita Ora inks 500K pound deal to model Madonna's clothing range
Rita Ora has signed a 500,000-pound contract to be the new face of Madonna's clothing brand, Material Girl.
The 22-year-old pop star has already shot campaign photos for the label, which is run by the 54-year-old singer and her daughter Lourdes, the Sun reported.
A source told the publication that the endorsement from the veteran star could help Ora crack the US, where she still needs a big break.
The source said that Lourdes and Ora met at the Met Ball in New York last week and Madonna admired the Hot Right Now singer's attitude, and so thought of the idea.
"Rita jumped at the chance because she's such a fan of the Queen Of Pop," the source said.
The brand, sold in Macy's stores in the US, is 1980s inspired and is aimed at teenagers.
Kate Moss reveals secret behind youthful look
Kate Moss has revealed that she fights the signs of ageing by ducking her face in icy water.
The 39-year-old actress told the Sun that she fills a sink with ice and cucumber.
"It tightens everything, making you look and feel awake. It's a bit Joan Crawford, but it works," she said.
Moss also hailed former model Jerry Hall, 56, as one of her idols.
Gwyneth Paltrow's secret weapon for fitness revealed
Gwyneth Paltrow was recently seen wearing a high-tech fitness gadget, which tracks how long a person has been sitting, how many steps they have taken and whether they are getting enough quality sleep.
The 40-year-old actress had previously touted Jawbone's UP wristband on her lifestyle blog GOOP, describing the device as a holistic approach to a healthy lifestyle, the New York Daily News reported.
The tiny bands starts vibrating if the user has stayed still for too long, it times their workouts, counts calories and even determines how physical activity affects their mood, by using data entered by users into a smartphone app.