Prince of Persia
In her new film Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Gemma Arterton plays a mysterious princess Tamina who reluctantly joins forces with a rogue prince named Dastan (Jake Gyllenhaal) and together, they race against dark forces to safeguard an ancient dagger capable of releasing the Sands of Time, a gift from the gods that can reverse time and allow its possessor to rule the world.
With the film set in the mystical lands of Persia, Gemma Arterton embodies the height of chic summer sophistication, combining all eras of fashion to create a fantastically hot look in the film.
Film and fashion forward thinkers alike will love Tamina’s (Gemma Arterton) blend of high street summer fashion and classic practical wear - from her light, airy looking kaftans to the beautiful pashminas shading her head from the heat and helping to protect her hair from the sun.
With summer just around the corner and our hearts hoping for a tan-tastic few months ahead, we’re sharing our top tips to get the Princess Tamina (Gemma Arterton) look for yourself...
- Face
SPF Tinted Moisturiser - A fantastic way to get a great summer glow à la Tamina (Gemma Arterton), whilst also looking natural and fresh faced, is to invest in some high quality tinted moisturiser. As this will also protect against skin damage, SPF moisturiser proves that being beautiful and practical doesn’t have to be hard!
A lighter alternative to foundation, a tinted moisturiser will prevent heavy build-up on your skin. This genius product also has the added benefit of preventing that embarrassing ‘orange’ look...
Eyes - With fashionistas already going crazy for this trend, it’s important not to underestimate the power of bold eye makeup this summer. Harking back to ancient times, black slanting eyeliner is back with a bang, a look that Tamina (Gemma Arterton) pulls off perfectly!
- Clothes
Kaftan - Not only does the loose, flowing style of a Kaftan top and trouser combo keep you cool during the raging heat of summer, it’s also the perfect day to night outfit that’s ideal for an elegant summer look.
Easy to throw on over a bikini, it can be transformed into stylish evening wear through the use of some well chosen accessories. Whilst hopefully you won’t be put to the test in combat routines similar to that of Tamina’s (Gemma Arterton) in Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time, it is an outfit that will see you through most situations!
Pashmina - A pashmina is an excellent accessory to keep you warm in the mild evenings, protect your shoulders from the scorching sun, or, if you are a princess on the run, form a part of a cunning disguise.
Coming in various colours, styles and sizes, pashminas will certainly not be a new addition to any fashion savvy wardrobe, but they are definitely an essential one if you are planning on pulling off the Tamina (Gemma Arterton) look this summer!
Shoes - As many may remember from a few seasons ago, when beaded slippers really hit the big time, ethnic shoes have long been in the fashion spotlight. While Tamina (Gemma Arterton) mainly rocks this vaguely retro look through the film, if you want a truly hip beach style we would recommend gladiator sandals.
If at all possible this summer your feet should only be covered in leather straps, (where suitable), with a few studs thrown in for good measure. Since hitting the catwalk last year, gladiator sandals have become bigger, bolder and better, and have developed into the 2010 summer season must have piece of footwear.
- Accessorize
Plait - Pretty and practical, a plait is not only great for looking super stylish, it will also remain largely unaffected by a long day at the beach, and really only look sexier with a bit of roughing up!
Worn in a number of different ways by Gemma, a partial or full hair plait, either straight or to the side, can really add a twist to both day and night outfits and is currently enjoying its moment in the sun as a top celeb hairstyle.
Bangles - Bangles have been a firm fashion favourite since the dawn of time when it comes to accessorising. Whether they are big and chunky or small and delicate, bangles will always add an extra element to any outfit.
Necklace - Aptly demonstrating why it is that necklaces are a girl’s best friend, Tamina (Gemma Arterton) wears a simple yet gorgeous long gold necklace throughout the film. The gold chain provides minimal fuss, but is an elegant accessory to a stylish summer look that can work with any outfit.
For more Princess Tamina lookalike tips go and see Gemma Arterton in Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time, coming to a cinema near you on 21st May.