Capitol Couture

Dazzling fibers of copper and gold weave the effervescent Caesar...

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 17:01:12 -0700

Dazzling fibers of copper and gold weave the effervescent Caesar Flickerman into this opulent ensemble.

Cinna’s stealth leather jacket and pants streamline this...

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 16:00:59 -0700

Cinna’s stealth leather jacket and pants streamline this seasoned stylist’s trademarked, mod look.

Coal dust comes alive in Haymitch’s herringbone ombre homage to...

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 15:01:44 -0700

Coal dust comes alive in Haymitch’s herringbone ombre homage to District 12.

Head to heel in couture, Effie enchants in an exploding...

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 14:01:12 -0700

Head to heel in couture, Effie enchants in an exploding silhouette of chiffon and organza blooms.

President Snow is impeccable in an astute topcoat and savvy...

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 13:01:53 -0700

President Snow is impeccable in an astute topcoat and savvy leather gloves.

The Girl on Fire melts our hearts in this haute couture...

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 12:01:29 -0700

The Girl on Fire melts our hearts in this haute couture masterpiece, unique with tiers of ruffled organza and a chiseled bodice adorned with crystals.

Bold patterns of geometric cuts, layered over a knit collar...

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 11:00:55 -0700

Bold patterns of geometric cuts, layered over a knit collar & gold accents lend an edgy feel to this bespoke suit.

Casual cotton & tweed blanket Gale in traditional District...

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 10:01:18 -0700

Casual cotton & tweed blanket Gale in traditional District 12 garb.

Beetee celebrates District 3 in a multi-colored, wire-like plaid...

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 09:02:09 -0700

Beetee celebrates District 3 in a multi-colored, wire-like plaid vest and paneled slacks.

A thin-woven tunic and a sea green, fish skin, skirt drape...

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 08:00:57 -0700

A thin-woven tunic and a sea green, fish skin, skirt drape effortlessly around Finnick Odair.

Johanna Mason floats on a cascade of nude chiffon with cork...

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 07:00:38 -0700

Johanna Mason floats on a cascade of nude chiffon with cork fraise and jewels composed of nails—an ensemble reverent to her district.

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Thu, 28 Mar 2013 06:00:41 -0700

Capitol Couture continues to define elegance as the pre-eminent...

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 09:59:48 -0700

Capitol Couture continues to define elegance as the pre-eminent source for fashion and culture, highlighting our very own stylist to the Girl on Fire, Cinna! Capitol Couture unveils its Special Edition: Capitol Portraits now, you won’t want to miss it!

Katniss Everdeen shines in her Special Edition Capitol Portrait....

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:06:00 -0800

Katniss Everdeen shines in her Special Edition Capitol Portrait. See all the portraits this Monday on yours truly, Capitol Couture.

From head-to-heel in couture, your Capitol Style...

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 10:08:00 -0800

From head-to-heel in couture, your Capitol Style Icon, EffieTrinket, is spellbinding in Chiffon.

JOIN US TOMORROW. BE PROMPT. LADIES FIRST.

Sun, 03 Mar 2013 10:15:22 -0800

JOIN US TOMORROW. BE PROMPT. LADIES FIRST.

Chins Up. Smiles On. Your Invitation to Capitol Couture awaits.

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 11:10:00 -0800

Chins Up. Smiles On. Your Invitation to Capitol Couture awaits.

Profile: Effie Trinket

Wed, 01 Aug 2012 17:00:00 -0700

EFFIE TRINKET

HER TRIBUTES AREN’T THE ONLY THINGS TO LOOK FORWARD TO THIS SEASON.

With a keen eye towards cutting edge trends and a willingness to break boundaries, Capitol-born style icon and District 12 Escort Effie Trinket has been a fashion pioneer since her very first Hunger Games. She has been known to take the iconic building blocks of contemporary Capitol fashion such as sleeves, hairpieces and bold colors and craft stunning looks that go on to influence all of Panem’s fashion-forward citizens. Whether she is chauffeuring her latest Tributes or walking the boulevards of the Capitol, Effie maintains an exquisite profile that demonstrates her spirit and the pride she takes in her work.

When it comes to the day-to-day, Effie likes to complement her exquisite full body polish with audacious garment selections paired with dazzling footwear such as the daring 24-Karat McQueen peep-toes she was recently spotted wearing in the City Circle. It’s no surprise Capitol designers are literally lining up to create her next pair. And who wouldn’t? When it comes to shoes, Effie’s got sole. “The higher the heel the better. I just love love love dropping by the City Circle in my perspex-heeled metallic booties!”

Aside from shoes, Effie is known for her other staple items. According to the woman herself, she never leaves home without a wig and a flower-inspired hair piece. She says,“My hair is my statement. It’s such a lovely way to let the citizens know who I am and what I stand for.” On special occasions, when she is most visible to all the Districts and more importantly, the who’s who of the Capitol, Effie is known to go with intricate eyelash modifications, bold eye shadows and customized wigs that will make every Capitol citizen immediately rethink their wig collection this season. Effie says this about her special attire: “I have a duty: to make sure my Tributes are excited and ready for the Games. If they’re not, they’ll be a terrible disappointment to watch in the Arena - and, as we know, all of Panem will be watching. So, I try to select pieces that will inspire them and improve their comportment. The lovely truth is, they aren’t savages; they simply need an example to follow.”

Who knows? Maybe Katniss Everdeen volunteered for this year’s Games just to bask in the glow of such an inspirational fashionista. After all, that girl Katniss may have charisma, but a little style never hurt anyone.

DISTRICT STYLE CHALLENGE WINNERS ANNOUNCED! It’s the time we’ve all been waiting for, citizens!...

Wed, 02 May 2012 12:15:19 -0700

DISTRICT STYLE CHALLENGE WINNERS ANNOUNCED!

It’s the time we’ve all been waiting for, citizens! The Capitol is ready to announce the winners of the District Style Challenges (and the Grand Prize Winner!), and to reward them for their dazzling creations. We’ve received entries from all over Panem in the form of stunning shoes, marvelous maquillage, Peeta’s wardrobe and Capitol finery worn by the citizens themselves. See who got our hearts racing with their sizzling designs!

GRAND PRIZE WINNER

Winner: Aubrielle Bullock

For the grand prize winner, the editors of Capitol Couture were looking for a style icon on par with our beloved Effie Trinket. Aubrielle Bullock took the pink-spiration and ran with it: her luxurious magenta and platinum curls are topped with a giant floral-print blossom, her makeup and body-stencilling are Capitol-worthy and her frothy pink and yellow confection prove her a master à la mode. The Capitol is raving about your winning look, Aubrielle! For your amazing effort, we award you with our grand prize – a $2,000 American Express gift card.

RUNNER UP: CHALLENGE #1

Winner: Rebecca Malek
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District 4 citizen Rebecca Malek gutted the Capitol Couture editors with her beautiful shoes – sheer lace insets are embroidered and sprinkled with seaglass, and a hand-carved mermaid heel show us that D4 has oceans of style! Congratulations, Rebecca! You are the winner of District Style Challenge #1, and we are pleased to present you with a Zappo’s gift card worth $750.

RUNNER UP: CHALLENGE #2

Winner: No Name
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This District 1 denizen took full advantage her luxurious location for the makeup challenge. She applies 24 karat gold foil to her lips, golden scales beneath her eyes, and tops the whole thing off with shimmering brows. This citizen’s outlook is as rich as her home district! We are proud to declare you the winner of District Style Challenge #2, and to present you with a $750 gift card to MAC Cosmetics.

RUNNER UP: CHALLENGE #3

Winner: May Vu
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For Peeta’s interview with Caesar Flickerman, May Vu created a slick, charcoal grey and black suit with flaming piping – perfectly evoking the muted coal mines of D12 combined with the spark its two tributes have brought to the Games. The Capitol applaud your smouldering skills, May! You are the winner of District Style Challenge #3, and we award your efforts with a $750 gift card to Nordstrom.

RUNNER UP: CHALLENGE #4

Winner: Jonna Pagaduan
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The #lookyourbest challenge brought out the best in our fair citizens: for her Hunger Games viewing look, Jonna Pagaduan effortlessly captured the inherent glamour of District 3’s technology. Exposed circuitry is topped with wire-trimmed leather for a magnetic ensemble – the voltaic-stamped wedges are just the icing on the cake! Congratulations on your electrifying design, Jonna - you are the winner of District Style Challenge #4 and a $750 Nordstrom gift card!

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Did you know: the green on this dress is made from crystallized kelp harvested...

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 09:53:02 -0700

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER

Did you know: the green on this dress is made from crystallized kelp harvested in District 4?

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