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From teen queen to fashionista: Emma Watson goes all grown-up in glossy magazine shoot

Ethereal: Emma Watson strikes a pose in an earthy shoot for the new August issue of the UK edition of Harper's Bazaar

In the run-up to the world premiere of the final Harry Potter film, Emma Watson had been reaching her target audience with a string of interviews with teenage magazines.

But as she prepares to make the move from child actor to adult film star after closing the book on her Potter character Hermione, it looks like the actress is determined to show her grown-up side.

The 21-year-old is dripping in the latest designer creations from the likes of Yves Saint Laurent to Emilio Pucci in the new issue of Harper's Bazaar UK.

In contrasting images, a fair-haired Watson poses in a field of wild flowers wearing white couture, while in other shoots her hair appears

As well as modelling some key looks from the upcoming autumn/winter collection from some of the world's top fashion houses, Watson also opens up on why really she left America's Brown University.

She tells the August issue of the magazine: 'Leaving Brown had nothing to do with bullying, as the media have been suggesting recently.

Racy: Watson goes for a bad girl look in a sheer black dress and dark brown hair

'I have never been bullied in my life. Like a lot of other students at Brown, I might spend my third year abroad.'

Although Watson is still musing over where to complete her studies, it appears her native England is unlikely to be an option.

When asked why she didn't originally chose an English university, Watson explained: 'I felt suddenly very claustrophobic...I thought, "I can’t stay here, I won’t be able to concentrate, I won’t be left alone."'

Since enrolling at university, Watson has been taking acting classes and admitted she was struggling to unleash her inner bad girl.

Well heeled: Watson strikes a vampy pose as she models a sheer black panelled dress

She said: 'My acting tutor said the hardest thing for me was to get angry. I almost broke down in tears when they tried to get me to be angry. I said, "I can’t do it, I just can’t do it."

'I keep all of that really bottled up somewhere and I feel unleashing it would be the scariest thing – and to let myself be powerful, sexy, all those things, it’s scary for me. [Even playing the bad girl in this shoot] felt a bit uncomfortable and awkward, it didn’t come naturally at all.'

While Watson is hoping to continue her acting career, she admits she finds Hollywood petrifying.

She admitted: 'LA scares the c**p out of me.

'I feel if I have to work out four hours a day, and count the calories of everything I put in my mouth, and have Botox at 22, and obsess about how I look the whole time, I will go mad, I will absolutely lose it.'

Watson is scheduled to attend the world premiere of Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows Part II in London's Trafalgar Square next Thursday.

Country girl: Watson models a stunning asymmetrical dress as she walks through a field

Hermione goes wild! Emma Watson boogies away her blues at Harry Potter party

What would Hermione say? Emma Watson hits the dancefloor and boogies away her blues at Harry Potter party

She got very teary as she said a fond goodbye to the last ten years of her life at the premiere for the last ever Harry Potter film.

So it's hardly surprising that Emma Watson wanted to let off some emotional steam after it was all over.

The actress, who has played Hermione Granger since 2001, was snapped throwing some serious shapes on the dance floor at the London premiere after-party last week.

Sparkling in the centre of the crowd in her short Elie Saab frock, the 21-year-old danced away with her friends by her side.

She looked as though she didn't have a care in the world, possibly expressing some relief that one of the hardest nights over her life had reached its climax.

She was the centre of attention as she strutted her stuff at the party which took place at the Old Billingsgate Market in London.

Blame it on the boogie: Emma hitches up her dress as she gets lost in the music

Getting in the Hogwarts groove: Emma pouts along to the music as she is joined by her friends

Earlier in the evening, she and her co-stars - who she said she considers her family - Rupert Grint and Daniel Radcliffe, were all hit with emotion as they paid tribute to the final film.

But it was Miss Watson who welled up as she and her co-stars thanked fans and each other for an amazing experience.

Emma said: ‘It’s overwhelming to try to find the words to say what I want to say, but I have been so privileged to play this role and be a part of these films.

The end is nigh: Watson filmed an appearance on the Late Show with David Letterman on Monday afternoon ahead of the New York premiere of Harry Potter

‘I’ve had the most amazing 10 years of my life. Thank you so much.’

In fact, she was so overcome with emotion that she not only made author J.K Rowling cry but the film’s producer David Heyman had to offer her his shoulder to cry on.

Emma started the night in a floor-length tiered Oscar De La Renta gown with a matching Boodles round diamond ‘Chakra’ platinum ring worth a cool £95,000.

All change: Emma started the night in a stunning Oscar De La Renta gown but changed into a shorter Elie Saab frock for the after-party

Overcome: Harry Potter producer David Heyman gives Emma a shoulder to cry on when she breaks down during her speech at the premiere

From English Rose to glamourpuss: Emma Watson sports bright red lipstick and smokey eyes as she flirts with male actor in new perfume advert for Lancô

Classic beauty: Emma Watson ditches her English Rose look for something a little edgier in new Lancôme Trésor Midnight Rose Perfume advert

She may have put the magical Harry Potter franchise behind her now, but it seems Emma Watson still has the magic touch.

Ditching her classic English Rose chic for a slightly edgier look, the 21-year-old appeared to have won the affections of her male co-star in a new advert.

The award-winning actress used her charm on French actor Cyril Descours while filming a campaign for Lancôme Trésor Midnight Rose perfume.

Flirtatious: Emma teases her male model, whose profile is reminiscent of Nick Jones, with a hat

Emma was spotted shooting the scenes in Paris back in March, with the final edit being released now.

Despite looking immaculate while the cameras were rolling, Emma chomped on chicken kebabs during the break - proving not all A-list stars deprive themselves for their size zero frames.

The former child star, who is the face of the brand, confessed she wasn't much of a fragrance connoisseur before joining the project.

She said: 'I didn't really like perfumes before because I thought they were heavy, but this one is really light and playful.

'I feel lucky to embody a fragrance I am so crazy in love with.'

Smelling of roses: Emma shoots a mysterious glance at the mystery man

Watson follows in the footsteps of Hollywood stars Kate Winslet and Penelope Cruz who fronted advertising campaigns for the French company in the past.

The brunette beauty raved about her wonderful time in France, tweeting to her one million followers: 'Had such an amazing time in Paris with Lancome!

'Soon to start filming Perks of Being a Wallflower - can't wait! Hope everyone's ok xx'

The new production will see Emma sidestep away from the JK Rowling series with a more series role.

The story follows Charlie, a high-school freshman, who is struggling to cope with mental issues.

He is introduced to the world of sex and drugs by friends, Sam - played by Watson - and Patrick.

She acts, she models and she can drive from the back seat of a car: Emma Watson lends a helping hand to a fumbling friend

Helping hand: Emma Watson was seen helping her friend drive her car as she sat in the back seat after leaving a premiere on Monday

She is one of Hollywood’s highest paid actresses and in-demand models of the moment but it appears that Emma Watson can also drive a car from its back seat.

The Harry Potter star was seen directing from her seat in the back of the car as she and two friends left The Change Up premiere.

And it seems that Emma was in great spirits as she appeared to manoeuvre her friend’s gear stick and stretched her hand out towards the steering wheel.

Used to the attention: While Emma is no stranger to photographers her friend seemed put off and, to her amusement, needed help to work the hybrid car

Emma, who has said goodbye to her role as Hermoine Grainger after the final Harry Potter film was released last month, is no stranger to attention from snappers.

But her friend appeared to be extremely put off by the photographers and was left needing directions from his friend on how to use her hybrid car.

Emma had attended the film screening at the Landmark Theatre on Monday night which had seen stars Ryan Reynolds accompanied by his good friend Sandra Bullock, Olivia Wilde and Jason Bateman walked the red carpet.

This is how you do it: Emma had been at The Change Up premiere when her friend tried, and failed to drive her car

Centre of attention: Given the followers Emma was attracting she probably thought she would make a speedier getaway if her friend drove

In demand: Emma, seen in Santa Monica on Sunday, has lots of work lined up despite finishing the Harry Potter films that made her name

Miss Universe Albania 2011, Xhesika Berberi

Miss Universe Albania 2011 took place June 10th in Tirana, with the broadcast taking place on KlanTV on June 11th. The winner was 24-year old Xhesika Berberi,who was crowned by Miss Universe Kosovo 2008 Zana Krasniqi (photo).

Xhesika, who stands 1.72 m tall, will represent her country in Miss Universe 2011, in São Paulo, Brazil, on September 12.

Miss California Alyssa Campanella waves after being crowned Miss USA 2011

Miss California Alyssa Campanella waves after being crowned Miss USA 2011 during the Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada June 19, 2011.

Miss California Alyssa Campanella celebrates after being crowned Miss USA 2011 during the Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, June 19, 2011.

Miss California Alyssa Campanella (L) begins her walk after being crowned Miss USA 2011 by Rima Fakih (R), Miss USA 2010, during the Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada June 19, 2011.

Miss California Alyssa Campanella takes a final walk in her evening gown during the 2011 Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada June 19, 2011. Campanella was later crowned Miss USA 2011.

Miss California Alyssa Campanella (R) answers a question with show hosts Andy Cohen (L) and Giuliana Rancic during the 2011 Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada June 19, 2011. Campanella was later crowned Miss USA 2011.

Miss Alabama Madeline Mitchell (L-R), Miss Hawaii Angela Byrd, Miss California Alyssa Campanella and Miss Maryland Allyn Rose react after making the semi-final cut during the 2011 Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada June 19, 2011.

Miss California Alyssa Campanella (C) reacts as she is chosen as the last of the final four finalists during the 2011 Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, June 19, 2011. Miss Hawaii Angela Byrd (L) and and Miss Maryland Allyn Rose stand by.
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Contestants and hosts Andy Cohen (center L) and Giuliana Rancic take the stage during the 2011 Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, June 19, 2011.

Miss California Alyssa Campanella competes in the swimsuit portion of the 2011 Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada June 19, 2011. Campanella was later crowned Miss USA 2011.

Miss California Alyssa Campanella takes a final walk in her evening gown during the 2011 Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, June 19, 2011. Campanella was later crowned Miss USA 2011.

Miss California Alyssa Campanella reacts after being named Miss USA 2011 during the Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada June 19, 2011.

Andy Cohen (L) and Giuliana Rancic host the 2011 Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, June 19, 2011. Alyssa Campanella, a 21-year-old redhead representing California, was named Miss USA at the annual beauty pageant in Las Vegas on Sunday.

Miss California Alyssa Campanella (R) reacts next to first runner-up Miss Tennessee Ashley Elizabeth Durham after being announced Miss USA 2011 during the Miss USA pageant in the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, June 19, 2011.

Hope Driskill, Miss Missouri, is introduced as one of the quarterfinals at the start of the Miss USA pageant, Sunday, June 19, 2011, in Las Vegas.

From left, Miss California, Miss Tennessee, Miss Texas and Miss Alabama, the four finalists wait to be asked questions during the 2011 Miss USA pageant, Sunday, June 19, 2011, in Las Vegas.

Madeline Mitchell, left, Miss Alabama, walks away as Alyssa Campanella, Miss California, right, and Miss Tennessee, Ashley Elizabeth Durham react as they are annouced as the two remaining finalists in the 2011 Miss USA pageantSunday, June 19, 2011, in Las Vegas.

From left, Alyssa Campanella, Miss California, Ashley Elizabeth Durham, Miss Tennessee and Ana Christina Rodriguez, Miss Texas, have their sashes replaced during a break at the 2011 Miss USA pageant, Sunday, June 19, 2011, in Las Vegas.

Alyssa Campanella, Miss California, is introduced as one of the quarterfinals in the Miss USA pageant, Sunday, June 19, 2011, in Las Vegas.

Alyssa Campanella, Miss California, is crowned as the 2011 Miss USA by Miss USA 2010 Rima Fakih, Sunday, June 19, 2011, in Las Vegas.

Alyssa Campanella, Miss California,, right, has her make-up touched up as Ashley Elizabeth Durham, Miss Tennessee, waits her turn during a break at the 2011 Miss USA pageant, Sunday, June 19, 2011, in Las Vegas.

Miss USA hosts Andy Cohen, left center, and Giuliana Rancic introduce the semifinalists during the 2011 Miss USA pageant, Sunday, June 19, 2011, in Las Vegas. From left, they are Miss Maine, Miss Tennessee, Miss Texas, Miss South Carolina, Miss Alabama, Miss Hawaii, Miss California and Miss Maryland.