It's called “The Bingle” and it’s being echoed in hairdressing salons around the country.
Weeks after Lara Bingle debuted her new short blonde bob, hairdressers has been inundated with their clients wanting to emulate the model’s locks.
This was evident at yesterday’s Cotton On, ‘The One’ T-shirt launch — which Bingle is the face of — with a number of guests seen sporting similar styles.
Even her co workers have jumped on the “blob” — blonde bob — bandwagon with sources telling Confidential at least three Cotton On staffers have had the chop since seeing Bingle flaunt it at last week’s Rolex event.
“I wanted a fresh, modern look. It’s low maintenance and it feels like a nice change,” Bingle told Confidential.
“I’ve had so many positive changes in my life, new hair is just a minor one.
I’m pretty overwhelmed at the attention my hair has been getting, I’m flattered.”
Not since ‘the Pip’, which was an ode to Pip Edwards’ ombré hair colour, has an Australian celebrity inspired such follicle revolution.
And Bingle’s hairdresser Jaye Edwards can attest.
“The bob is going wild,” Edwards told Confidential.
“They are bringing in a photo of Lara form th Rolex event and saying, “can I have this.””
“It doesn't suit everybody. I think that if you have a round face it is better to keep it longer, but as long as your face isn’t really round then it suits almost everyone.”
And a hot tip from Edwards if you’re considering replicating the bob.
“To make it not look too mumsy always have it textured through the ends and always at least an inch from the shoulder and that will stop it from kicking out as you grow it out.”
Source: The Daily Telegraph - Sydney Confidential
Published Date: 9th July 2014
LARA AND SAM'S SYDNEY GYM DATE
It seems a couple that exercises together, stays together — well that’s the case for Lara Bingle and her boyfriend, Hollywood star Sam Worthington.
The duo, who have just holidayed together in Europe, reunited in sunny Sydney, enjoying a day out yesterday visiting the gym at Bondi’s Icebergs.
As they waited for their car to arrive, the pair took in the view over Bondi Beach on a perfect winter’s day.
Bingle, 27, jetted into Sydney last week and turned heads at an event for Rolex at Quay restaurant on Thursday evening.
Worthington, 37, was in Adelaide for a dinner with casemates for his new miniseries, Foxtel’s Deadline Gallipolli.
Before rendezvousing in Sydney, the loved-up couple spent some quality time in Italy’s Capri, and before that enjoyed some time in Paris and Venice.
Bingle’s mother Sharon also met up with the pair in Europe.
Source: The Daily Telegraph - Sydney Confidential
Published Date: 7th July 2014
The duo, who have just holidayed together in Europe, reunited in sunny Sydney, enjoying a day out yesterday visiting the gym at Bondi’s Icebergs.
As they waited for their car to arrive, the pair took in the view over Bondi Beach on a perfect winter’s day.
Bingle, 27, jetted into Sydney last week and turned heads at an event for Rolex at Quay restaurant on Thursday evening.
Worthington, 37, was in Adelaide for a dinner with casemates for his new miniseries, Foxtel’s Deadline Gallipolli.
Before rendezvousing in Sydney, the loved-up couple spent some quality time in Italy’s Capri, and before that enjoyed some time in Paris and Venice.
Bingle’s mother Sharon also met up with the pair in Europe.
Source: The Daily Telegraph - Sydney Confidential
Published Date: 7th July 2014
WHY EVERYONE WANTS THE BINGLE BOB
She’s always been a trendsetter, but the Bingle Bob is going berserk.
Lara Bingle chopped off her famous blonde locks a little over a month ago, debuting the finished product to her some 360,000 followers on Instagram.
Unsurprisingly, the super short ‘do has had a profound effect on Aussie women wanting to replicate the look and chop off their own tresses.
Celebrity hairstylist Travis Balcke of Valonz salon, who is responsible for chopping Bingle’s mane back in May, says the ‘Lara look’ is so popular simply because she wears it with so much confidence.
“I talked to Lara about cutting her hair short for an upcoming magazine cover,” Balcke tells news.com.au.
“We talked about the length we would like to go together. She’s had her hair short in the past but not as short as we took it. I talked to her about how this look would make her face stronger and open up her face and neck area, making her look youthful, strong and modern.”
Balcke has worked with the likes of Lady Gaga, Julianne Moore, Gwyneth Paltrow and Cate Blanchett but says Bingle is “one of the most beautiful women I work with. Her beauty comes from within and she has a great sense of who she is and that’s what’s attractive.
“Her style is always changing and exploring. It’s exciting to watch.”
Style commentator for news.com.au Melissa Hoyer says it’s the best bob she has seen in a while and the temptation to go short is “definitely there”.
“Lara may be (cough cough) quite a few years younger than me, but I am so tempted to go the chop too,” said the long hair aficionado.
“It just looks so fresh, easy and incredibly sexy. But will it suit everyone and would it be hard to maintain? They’re always my two big questions.”
Fans have been madly liking the candid snap the 26-year-old model posted Wednesday night from an event in Sydney, with many commenting that they’re planning to brave the chop, just like Lara.
Studio 10 co-host Sarah Harris re-posted the photo, captioning it: “I want @mslarabingle’s hair.”
Bingle might not be the first celebrity to don the stylish bob, but there’s something about this Aussie bird that makes women want to run out and buy the latest product she puts her name to.
Source: News.com.au
Published Date: 3rd July 2014
Lara Bingle chopped off her famous blonde locks a little over a month ago, debuting the finished product to her some 360,000 followers on Instagram.
Unsurprisingly, the super short ‘do has had a profound effect on Aussie women wanting to replicate the look and chop off their own tresses.
Celebrity hairstylist Travis Balcke of Valonz salon, who is responsible for chopping Bingle’s mane back in May, says the ‘Lara look’ is so popular simply because she wears it with so much confidence.
“I talked to Lara about cutting her hair short for an upcoming magazine cover,” Balcke tells news.com.au.
“We talked about the length we would like to go together. She’s had her hair short in the past but not as short as we took it. I talked to her about how this look would make her face stronger and open up her face and neck area, making her look youthful, strong and modern.”
Balcke has worked with the likes of Lady Gaga, Julianne Moore, Gwyneth Paltrow and Cate Blanchett but says Bingle is “one of the most beautiful women I work with. Her beauty comes from within and she has a great sense of who she is and that’s what’s attractive.
“Her style is always changing and exploring. It’s exciting to watch.”
Style commentator for news.com.au Melissa Hoyer says it’s the best bob she has seen in a while and the temptation to go short is “definitely there”.
“Lara may be (cough cough) quite a few years younger than me, but I am so tempted to go the chop too,” said the long hair aficionado.
“It just looks so fresh, easy and incredibly sexy. But will it suit everyone and would it be hard to maintain? They’re always my two big questions.”
Fans have been madly liking the candid snap the 26-year-old model posted Wednesday night from an event in Sydney, with many commenting that they’re planning to brave the chop, just like Lara.
Studio 10 co-host Sarah Harris re-posted the photo, captioning it: “I want @mslarabingle’s hair.”
Bingle might not be the first celebrity to don the stylish bob, but there’s something about this Aussie bird that makes women want to run out and buy the latest product she puts her name to.
Source: News.com.au
Published Date: 3rd July 2014
LARA ATTENDS ROLEX BASELWORLD LAUNCH IN SYDNEY
To the dismay of lady-fans, Bingle was spotted without her hunky Hollywood star boyfriend Sam Worthington.
Other celebrities were also at the exclusive preview of the all-new Rolex Baselworld 2014 collection in Sydney last night, including Sandra Sully, Emma Lung and Gracie Otto.
Bingle jetted into Australia after travelling through Europe with Worthington.
And it’s not the last time we will catch a glimpse of Bingle.
Bingle is expected to make an appearance at a Cotton On store for the VIP launch of the brand’s new The One range, of which she is the face.
In the same month she sold her Darling Point apartment, the 27-year-old has spent the last month vacationing in Italy, relaxing on the Island of Capri with Worthington and her friend Vicki Lee and also visiting Rome.
There’s no word whether Bingle’s Avatar star partner will join her on the brief visit, but at least the globetrotter will have a chance to visit her mum and do a load of laundry.
Source: The Daily Telegraph - Sydney Confidential
Published Date: 3rd July 2014
LARA BINGLE CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY WITH SAM WORTHINGTON
Lara Bingle may be celebrating her birthday with Sam Worthington, but her mum is reminiscing on social media about her Australian childhood.
Sharon Bingle wished her daughter — who turns 27 today — a happy birthday over social media and shared with her followers a photo from when Lara was young — enough to make any daughter either smile or cringe.
The picture shows Bingle all dressed up in a wide-brimmed flower hat.
“Happy Birthday Lou @mslbingle #loveyou #mayallyourdreamscometrue #missyou,” Sharon wrote.
Lara has been enjoying a holiday in Europe with boyfriend Sam Worthington, 37.
Worthington and Bingle kicked off their trip in Venice three weeks ago, before heading to destinations including Paris, Rome and Capri.
Source: The Daily Telegraph - Sydney Confidential
Published Date: 22nd June 2014
Sharon Bingle wished her daughter — who turns 27 today — a happy birthday over social media and shared with her followers a photo from when Lara was young — enough to make any daughter either smile or cringe.
The picture shows Bingle all dressed up in a wide-brimmed flower hat.
“Happy Birthday Lou @mslbingle #loveyou #mayallyourdreamscometrue #missyou,” Sharon wrote.
Lara has been enjoying a holiday in Europe with boyfriend Sam Worthington, 37.
Worthington and Bingle kicked off their trip in Venice three weeks ago, before heading to destinations including Paris, Rome and Capri.
Source: The Daily Telegraph - Sydney Confidential
Published Date: 22nd June 2014
LARA'S DARLING POINT PAD SELLS AFTER THE HAMMER
Or perhaps Lara Bingle simply bungled the time difference.
Either way, the famed celebrity model couldn’t be reached on the phone during the auction of her Darling Point apartment this morning.
At first, it was thought this cost her the sale of the one-bedroom pad which was passed in at $855,000.But tonight her agents confirmed the flat had gone, presumably after the hammer failed to fall.
Bingle’s brother and former reality show co-star Josh Bingle tried, in vain, to reach his sister who is currently holidaying with boyfriend Sam Worthington on the Italian coast.
Around 25 people attending the auction at the Goomerah Crescent which was presided over by McGrath auctioneer Scott Kennedy-Green.
Only two people engaged in active bidding and ultimately the highest bid of $855,000 was reached before the auction was wrapped up to allow for private negotiations.
At the time, McGrath’s Richard Bonouvrie said: “We would love to sell the property today.”
Asked if the identity of the vendor had any influence on her decision to bid for the 65-square metre flat, one female bidder yesterday simply smiled and said, ‘No’.
Bingle bought the second-floor apartment from interior designer Blainey North for $882,000 in 2010 not long after breaking her engagement with Michael Clarke.
Her brother yesterday admitted that he felt the final bid of $855,000 ‘wasn’t very good’.
Source: The Daily Telegraph - Sydney Confidential
Published Date: 14th June 2014
REFINERY 29: LARA BINGLE ON KILLER STYLE AND BOYFRIENDS
Whether she's spotted bicycling around in cutoffs and cherry-red oxfords or looking like a total bombshell as the spokesmodel for a new campaign, Lara Bingle never fails to be herself. As the face for Cotton On, a just-launched swimsuit and underwear collaboration — oh, and did we mention Sam Worthington's her serious beau — Bingle's basically got stardom written across her forehead.
And, while it would be easy to scoff at her with secret envy, her candid, relatable, and straight-up cool nature makes it impossible for us to be anything but smitten. Ahead, we chat with the Aussie model about how to master her pitch-perfect style, the essentials every closet needs, and, yes, a little on her hot boyfriend as well.
Describe your style in five words or less.
"Don't even think twice about it."
Sure, but for those of us who have to think about it a little bit, what are the essential components to mastering your laid-back, quintessential Aussie style?
"Less is more in everything. I travel a lot, so I feel like I have perfected a style that suits my travelling wardrobe. I have a suitcase that pretty much stays packed. I'll often wear the same things each time I travel: A lot of black [basics], and then a couple of Balenciaga skirts, a Balmain blazer — I really appreciate the importance of those key investment pieces."
How much has growing up in Sydney influenced your style?
"I get so inspired by my friends, and girls around town who know how to put an outfit together — and my brothers' girlfriends. Sydney style is very laid-back — an easy-yet-chic elegance. That simplicity is often the foundation for my wardrobe choices."
Having spent a lot of time in L.A. over the years, how does the fashion here stack up against your hometown?
"To me, there are so many similarities between L.A. and Sydney — the beaches, carefree attitudes, and how overall the lifestyle translates into what people wear every day. Both cities are always so on-trend. "
You and your boyfriend Sam [Worthington] always look so chic and well coordinated (without ever looking too matchy). Since you started dating, do you think your sense of style has influenced the way he dresses at all?
"Thank you! I love fashion and I always have. I'm constantly inspired by Australian and international designers, and the people I meet in my travels. I'm flattered that some of that may have rubbed off on Sam — although he may debate that! I think he has great taste though. Spending a lot of time with someone often leads to similarities in the way you dress!"
I love how open and completely yourself you always seem. How do you distinguish between what parts of your life you don't mind being public knowledge versus the parts you'd really like to keep private?
"I try and stay true to myself and embrace the opportunities that come my way. I think it's important to run your own race, and try and live your personal and professional life to the fullest — and in a non-censored way. I do feel like my personal life and relationships are something that is sacred and, for the most part, something that I want to keep as close to my heart as possible — although that's sometimes hard to maintain!"
Source: Refinery 29
Published Date: 6th June 2014
STYLE CASTER: LARA BINGLE INTERVIEW
If you’re a fan of street style, chances are you’ve probably seen photos of 26-year-old Australian model and It-girl Lara Bingle floating around the web even if you don’t know it. Not only is the stylish Aussie dating one of the hottest actors at the moment (oh hi, Sam Worthington), but she was also just named the face of Cotton On—the land down under’s equivalent of H&M and Zara.
Lara got her start in the biz lending her then 18-year-old flawless face to the Australian tourism campaign “Where the Bloody Hell Are Ya?” before moving on to to star in her own reality television series “Being Lara Bingle“ and appearing on the Aussie version of “Dancing With the Stars.”
Since her effortlessly chic vibe inspires us to look cooler every time we see her, we thought we’d track her down to talk all things fashion, travel, and culture. Get to know Lara below, then read on for 20 things she’s loving right now!
StyleCaster: You’re known for your street style in Australia. What do you think some of your best looks have been?
Lara Bingle: I always love a well fitted suit, the way it makes me feel when I wear it is completely different to any other outfit. I also always travel with basic T-shirts, they go with everything.
How do you approach dressing on a daily basis?
I don’t even think twice about it. It’s just: “What do I feel like wearing today and how do I want to put it together?”
How would you describe your style?
I try to keep it simple—nothing too tricky! I travel a lot, so I feel like I have perfected a style that suits my traveling lifestyle. I have a suitcase that pretty much stays packed in my apartment as I’ll often wear the same things when I travel: a lot of black, a couple of Balenciaga skirts, and a Balmain blazer.
How has it evolved over the years?
I’ve started to experiment a bit more with color and texture and now I really appreciate the importance of those key investment pieces.
How did you get your start in the modeling world?
I left school at an early age and traveled alone to Milan. I stayed there for almost one year and then continued on to New York.
Dream designer to model for?
I’m currently the face of Cotton On, which I love because they are a true Aussie success story and I am very proud to be a part of that.
How do you like to style Cotton On’s famous basics?
I style The ONE t-shirts with my high-end basics, like the perfect blazer, a leather jacket, and a tuxedo skirt.
One thing in your closest you could never part with?
I never, ever throw out clothes.
Biggest fashion splurge?
Investment jackets and shoes, I am not a bag person.
And now for 20 things Lara’s loving…
1. Trend: Pearls
2. Shoes: My khaki Prada sport luxe shoes from their 2014 collection.
3. Jeans: Old Ksubi. Never part with anything!
4. Bookmarking: Nowness, Cabinporn.com, AnOther Mag.
5. Underpinnings: Lara Bingle for Cotton On Body and La Perla.
Lara got her start in the biz lending her then 18-year-old flawless face to the Australian tourism campaign “Where the Bloody Hell Are Ya?” before moving on to to star in her own reality television series “Being Lara Bingle“ and appearing on the Aussie version of “Dancing With the Stars.”
Since her effortlessly chic vibe inspires us to look cooler every time we see her, we thought we’d track her down to talk all things fashion, travel, and culture. Get to know Lara below, then read on for 20 things she’s loving right now!
StyleCaster: You’re known for your street style in Australia. What do you think some of your best looks have been?
Lara Bingle: I always love a well fitted suit, the way it makes me feel when I wear it is completely different to any other outfit. I also always travel with basic T-shirts, they go with everything.
How do you approach dressing on a daily basis?
I don’t even think twice about it. It’s just: “What do I feel like wearing today and how do I want to put it together?”
How would you describe your style?
I try to keep it simple—nothing too tricky! I travel a lot, so I feel like I have perfected a style that suits my traveling lifestyle. I have a suitcase that pretty much stays packed in my apartment as I’ll often wear the same things when I travel: a lot of black, a couple of Balenciaga skirts, and a Balmain blazer.
How has it evolved over the years?
I’ve started to experiment a bit more with color and texture and now I really appreciate the importance of those key investment pieces.
How did you get your start in the modeling world?
I left school at an early age and traveled alone to Milan. I stayed there for almost one year and then continued on to New York.
Dream designer to model for?
I’m currently the face of Cotton On, which I love because they are a true Aussie success story and I am very proud to be a part of that.
How do you like to style Cotton On’s famous basics?
I style The ONE t-shirts with my high-end basics, like the perfect blazer, a leather jacket, and a tuxedo skirt.
One thing in your closest you could never part with?
I never, ever throw out clothes.
Biggest fashion splurge?
Investment jackets and shoes, I am not a bag person.
And now for 20 things Lara’s loving…
1. Trend: Pearls
2. Shoes: My khaki Prada sport luxe shoes from their 2014 collection.
3. Jeans: Old Ksubi. Never part with anything!
4. Bookmarking: Nowness, Cabinporn.com, AnOther Mag.
5. Underpinnings: Lara Bingle for Cotton On Body and La Perla.
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