Tag Archives: Fashion

Paris wears an arm-cape

7 Apr

Paris Hilton

Oh Paris Hilton, my love-hate relationship with you continues.  I hate your acting, but I usually love your clothes.  However, your recent fashion disaster is making me question it all.

Normally, you’re the one woman that can always rock the bling.  Your clothes can outshine any diamond or disco-ball and you still look more like a million bucks.  Many look tacky, you look fabulous.   This is the one-sleeved wonder definitely needed a little shine reduction.

The calf-length sleeve resembles a bullfighter’s cape more than a chic statement.  I might have gone for it with about a yard’s worth of fabric reduction, but there’s no way anyone could pull this look off.  Leave it on the runway girl, stick with something more practical and less old school.

Oh and one more thing, it’s spring. Keep your Christmas-red platforms in the closet until next winter.  You’re ruining my warm season fashion high.

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ACM Fashion – What worked

4 Apr

Author’s note: This post also appeared on April 4, 2011 on HerCampus.com’s University of Iowa Chapter.  You can check that out here.

Laura Bell Bundy – Some critics are wondering whether or not Ms. Bundy will be able to make it in the country music industry, this is one fashionista I would hate to be without.  She looked absolutely perfect in this Jean Fares Couture gown.  The details on the dress made it a unique statement that would have grabbed attention all night long.  This is the kind of dress that should be seen more often on red carpets everywhere. Continue reading →

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One spring trend isn’t all that

29 Mar

ASOS Stripe Egg Maxi Dress, Us.Asos.com

This spring’s trend that I love to hate is horizontal stripes.  And boy do I hate em’.

Now those who know me and have seen my closet are fully aware that I have always adored anything nautical.  That style is always in for me; in fact, half of my closet is navy.

However, this spring’s expansion on the nautical stripe for the soon to arrive warmer weather is a dud on real women.  Let’s face it ladies, anyone who wears anything over a size 4 is going to look broader in this type of fabric.  It accentuates any abdominal imperfections by accentuating everything but the waist.

As an accessory, this print is fabulous and funky.   However, I’m staying away from this style in dresses, shirts and skirts.  It is always better to dress for your figure than this season’s it style.

But enough about me, what do you think?  I’d love to hear about it in the comment section below.

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Oscar Fashion: What worked

1 Mar

Author’s note: This post also appeared on March 1, 2011 on HerCampus.com’s University of Iowa Chapter.  You can check that out here.

Watching the red carpet coverage of the Academy Awards is always a blast for any college fashionista.  The 2011 ceremony was filled with gorgeous gowns that appealed to a multitude of tastes.  Each and every one of us had a moment where we gasped in amazement and almost died of jealousy.  Here’s a rundown of some of my personal favorites:

Halle Berry

If there was a Queen of Oscar Fashion, Halle Berry would own that crown.  Her Marchesa gown was a dream that must have drawn all eyes as she worked her way down the red carpet.  Her spiky pixie cut topped the ensemble off perfectly; she doesn’t need long locks to make jaws drop.

 

 

 

Sandra Bullock

Last year’s Best Actress defined elegance last night.  Her strapless Vera Wang gown and timeless up-do were classic and brilliant.  Bullock’s regality was hard to miss when pointing out brilliance in Oscar fashion.

 

 

 

 

Penelope Cruz

Penelope Cruz looked fiery and fierce alongside her hubby Javier Bardem.  Her L’Wren Scott gown showed off her flawless post-baby figure, catching light in all the right ways.  Nobody should have been able to keep their eyes off of this lady in red.

 

 

 

Anne Hathaway

Anne Hathaway’s second look of the night was certainly the best chosen by Rachel Zoe.  Her entire wardrobe was stunning, but this Givenchy frock was exceptional.  Hathaway looked contemporary and youthful as she glided across stage in this gown.

 

 

 

Jennifer Hudson

Jennifer Hudson made me dream in tangerine on Oscar night.  This gorgeous Versace gown was by far the best of the night.  Her new svelte figure shone through, highlighting her natural beauty in perfect elegance.

 

 

 

Jennifer Lawrence

If there were a dress that stood out on its own, this one was it.  Jennifer Lawrence looked stunning in this simple Calvin Klein creation, no jewelry necessary.

 

 

 

 

Natalie Portman

The Best Actress winner stunned everyone in this plum Rodarte gown, Jimmy Choo heels and Tiffany earrings.  Portman looked elegant, sleek and regal while both working the carpet and accepting her Oscar.  If only we could all look forward to being this gorgeous during pregnancy.

 

 

 

Hailee Steinfeld

Finally there’s a beautiful young woman who works carpet with style and class well beyond her years.  The Best Supporting Actress nominee helped Marchesa design this age-appropriate work of art.  Let’s hope this is just the beginning of incredible fashion choices for years to come.

So you’ve seen some of my favorites, what were yours?  Sound off below in the comment section!

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