Emma Watson to launch 'green' fashion line

'Harry Potter' star Emma Watson is busting into the high-fashion world, by collaborating with fashion house Alberta Ferreti to create an eco-friendly collection.

Watson, 20, is working on the 'Pure Threads' collection meant for "sensitive people, who want to be supportive of these kind of issues," the New York Post quoted Ferretti as telling WWD.

The designer said she was attracted to Watson because of her "freshness...spontaneity and simplicity."

"She is intelligent, with a strong personality, a young, modern girl," she said of the actress.

This is not Watson's first foray into the world of fashion; she modelled for Burberry's Autumn/Winter campaign in 2009 and appeared in their 2010 Spring/Summer campaign alongside her brother, Alex.

The British actress also began working as a creative adviser for People Tree, a fair trade fashion brand, in February 2010. Part of the proceeds of her Ferretti line will benefit People Tree.

"I'm pleased that a luxury brand such as Alberta Ferretti has decided to create ecological clothes," Watson said in a statement about her latest venture.

"I believe this is a big step forward for all of the international fashion industry, but also an important step for an increased sensitivity to the problem of ecology," she added.

Forbes' top-earning couple with 6.3billion dollars

Harry Potter stars Rupert Grint and Emma Watson are the highest earning couple with USD6.3 billion dollars, according to Forbes.

Watson and Grint played teen couple Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley in the Harry Potter series and have beaten the 'steamiest' couple Robert Pattinson and Kristina Stewart to the top spot.

The financial magazine then compiled the list based on highest box office earnings for each on-screen duo, reports the New York Daily News.

Viggo Mortensen and Liv Tyler of 'Lord of the Rings', who played lovers Arwen and Aragon in three Tolkien epics, reportedly earned USD3 billion for the LOTR franchise.

And Keira Knightly and Orlando Bloom of 'Pirates of the Caribbean', earned USD2.7 billion at the box office, coming in third.

Back to the Twilight couple, Pattinson and Stewart managed to get USD1.8 billion for the 'Twilight' franchise since the first film debuted to massive success in 2008.

Harry Potter star launching new green clothing collection

Fresh off the success of her latest green collection with People Tree, Harry Potter actress Emma Watson is furthering her career in fashion design with a new collaboration with Alberta Ferretti.
The 20-year-old, who can be seen this weekend in “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows,” says Ferretti contacted her after spying her previous green work.

“She wrote to me and said, ‘I saw what you did with People Tree and I think it’s a great idea and will you do something with me?’ ’’ Watson told Us Weekly.

The collection, expected to launch next year, does not have a name — but will reportedly be eco-chic with a “classic, ’60s Jane Birkin” vibe. “I will put it out there that I will work for anyone for free if they are prepared to make their clothing fair-trade organic,” she added.

Could Watson make a big splash in the fashion industry outside of her acting career? She already has an eye for the scene — having repeatedly been declared a “fashion icon”; a label she admits makes her nervous.
“I keep hearing that fashion icon thing. It makes me nervous. Please don’t say that,” Emma told MTV’s Josh Horowitz. “It’s like obviously a huge compliment, but I am suddenly aware that every outfit I wear is being analyzed.”
“I just still try to have fun with it and try not to pay too much attention and just kind of enjoy it,” she added.

Topless kiss with Daniel was awkward

Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe and his co-star Emma Watson have different opinions about their recent on-screen kiss.

While Radcliffe said it was 'vigorous and enjoyable', Watson found the experience 'awkward'.

The actress has admitted it was made tricky after producers told her at the last minute the snog was to be topless.

"I forgot how full-on it was until I saw the movie, and I was like, ''Blimey, where did that come from?'' It was really full-on," the Sun quoted her as saying.

"It was only the day before that they said, ''Oh, by the way, we hope it's all right, but we want you to be topless, and we're going to cover you in silver paint''.

"It was awkward enough as it was without the silver paint and the strapless bra, but whatever.

"It was like some weird social experiment," she said.

However, she added: "He is a good kisser. I can definitely vouch for that."

Emma Watson 'ready to take more risks'

Emma Watson has revealed that she is ready to take more risks after she finishes her association with the Harry Potter franchise.

Speaking to The Sun, the actress also claimed that men are generally reluctant to ask her out on dates.

"Three months ago I cut my hair and at that moment I felt I became a woman," she explained. "At the moment I'm just happy to be single. I want to live life to the full. But I'm more grown up and confident now. I'm ready to take more risks. I feel less girlish than ever."

The star added: "I'm very romantic and of course I want to be in love. But men don't really ask me out."

Watson will attend next week's London premiere for the first part of the franchise's last instalment Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows.

Emma Watson Likes To Keep Her Style Statement Simple And Classic

Actress Emma Watson says that she does not like to follow the latest trends in fashion because she considers herself a normal girl and would like to behave and dress that way!

The popular Hermione Granger from the "Harry Potter" series further explains that people who follow fashion trends look all the same in her eyes, and since she would always like to stand out from the rest in a crowd, she chooses to wear clothes of her choice, clothes which look good on her and complement her personality.

Though fashion is not her cup of tea, Emma Watson still likes to keep herself updated on the latest trends that rule the ramp and so the actress is a regular reader of fashion magazines published in the US, claims excerpts from a recently published interview. The actress who has won the hearts of many with her Hermione Granger act says that she loves looking elegant and for that purpose, though it may sound cliched, keeps her style statement simple and classic. Whatever she puts on, the actress stresses that she always keeps the comfort factor in mind and makes sure that her clothes help her to remain relaxed all through the day.

The 20-year-old actress, who has till date been seen in the "Harry Potter" franchisee, has landed a big role in an upcoming Marilyn Monroe biopic titled "My Week With Marilyn". The film, which deals with the filming of "The Prince and The Showgirl", will see Emma Watson in the role of Lucy, a wardrobe assistant on the sets of the movie.

Emma Watson wins best-dressed title

LONDON: Emma Watson has put a spell on a poll to find Britain's best-dressed woman - topping the list and beating Kate Moss.

The 20-year-old Harry Potter actress also put Victoria Beckham in the shade, with the singer-turned-fashion designer coming second, followed by Keira Knightley, Cheryl Cole and Sienna Miller.

Supermodel Moss was sixth, with Lily Allen, Pixie Lott, Naomi Campbell and Lungs singer Florence Welch completing the top 10.

Twilight star Robert Pattinson, 24, was named Britain's best-dressed man, with Scottish actor Gerard Butler in second place.

But Emma's wizarding co-stars also rank highly in the Glamour.Com men's poll, with Rupert Grint coming third and Daniel Radcliffe fourth.

David Beckham was fifth, followed by Orlando Bloom, Gossip Girl's Ed Westwick, chart-toppers JLS, Jude Law and Ewan McGregor.

Around 25,000 people voted in the Glamour.Com Best Dressed Brits List.

Emma Watson in dorm evacuation

Harry Potter star Emma Watson was caught up in an emergency at her university on Tuesday after a leaking steam pipe prompted an evacuation of her dorm.

The actress, who is studying English Literature at Rhode Island's prestigious Brown University, was among a number of students who were forced out of the building in their pyjamas when a fire alarm sounded early in the morning.

A source tells TMZ.com the alarm was triggered by a faulty steam pipe which was later fixed and pupils were allowed to return to their rooms.

Emma Watson slams Twilight saga for selling sex

Actress Emma Watson has hit on Twilight movies, insisting the Harry Potter films are not 'selling sex' like the vampire franchise. The 22-year-old actress, who reprises her role as Hermione in the upcoming Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows: Part I," bashed the rival franchise.

"This kiss between Hermione and Ron is highly anticipated, it's been building up for eight films now. And Harry Potter is not Twilight you know, we're not selling sex," dailystar.co.uk quoted her as saying.

Watson had been addressing the long-gestating romance between Hermione and Ron, leading up to a kiss which is a fan favorite from the book, but was uncomfortable for her and Grint to film.

"In fact, it was horribly awkward; we couldn't stop laughing."

Emma Watson Gets Apology Over Fake Nude Pics

Facing the consequences of his unsightly actions, an Englishman has been barred from contacting "Harry Potter" actress Emma Watson for a period of five years.

Being dealt the court order on Tuesday (August 31), offender John Cavanagh was found guilty after confessing to using a computer to manipulate images of Emma's head onto nude bodies in a large collection of shots.

Apologizing for his actions, Cavanagh said, "I would like to apologize ... I'm ashamed of what I've done."

As a result of pleading guilty to 19 counts of constructing indecent photographs, the guilty party also was dealt a 3-year community order along with sex offender education classes.