There's No Place Like Fashion

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

The Bangs Are Back

I decided last week to take the plunge...again. Just in time for spring (although it doesn't quite feel like it in Washington) I cut my hair and got straight-across-bangs! At first I always seem to fiddle with them...wishy-washy over whether or not it was actually a good idea, however without fail, I quickly grow to love them.

And I am NOT alone...Kate Moss and Abbey Lee Kershaw are just a few of the many models that rock the look, not to mention the hoards of actresses and singers. I don't exactly have VOGUE written across my face, but if I can do it...so can you! I understand that many females are scared of this "do"--frightened of looking like a little girl or the supposed increase in maintenance, but in reality it can help add an edge, freshness and even some sex appeal from head to toe!

P.S. If you hate it, remember that hair grows!

Images courtesy of Google Images

I Want These:

I WANT THESE:

How cute are these BABOOSHKA THIGH HIGH NUDE & BLACK PANEL LEGGINGS??

"Not your typical leggings. High waisted style with a waistband created completely out of nude spandex cotton jersey. This fabric has the perfect amount of stretch to be your go to leggings.

Thigh High faux leather coated spandex from the thigh down. Reminds me of layering knee socks over leggings but with these your socks will not fall down! Full length."

Love them. Edgy, adorable, unique and adds a perfect amount of interest to a potentially boring outfit! These are the type of pants that you could live in--the next pajama jean, if you will!

http://babooshkaboutique.com/

WWU FASHION CLUB Interview

Here is the interview (mentioned previously) about the WWU FASHION CLUB. My business partner and I started this club on campus just last quarter (January 2011), we are trying to get the word out. Please help us by liking us on Facebook and following us on Twitter:

http://www.facebook.com/wwufashionclub

http://www.twitter.com/wwufashionclub

VTV 4:7 from VTV on Vimeo.

Sunday, March 13, 2011

Personal Style: Sophisticated Stripes

The other day, I was interviewed for a local TV segment on fashion. This is what I threw on:

Black leggings and boots, silky striped tank, white button down (left open), tuxedo blazer, silk scarf, rings.

Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Personal Style: Miscellaneous

Here is a collection of a few looks I've put together over the last month but have not yet posted: ENJOY!

Chains And Lace

A Little Torn Up

Once you can accept the universe as matter expanding into nothing that is something, wearing stripes with plaid comes easy. " -Albert Einstein

Dark Femininity

Monday, February 28, 2011

Oscars Fashion: Hits And Misses

Fashion was out in full force last night at the 83rd Annual Academy Awards. Here are my picks for the best and worst:

BEST DRESSED:

Mila Kunis: Lavender lace and silk organza gown by Elie Saab Haute Couture

SIMPLY stunning!

Other hits:

Jennifer Lawrence: Calvin Klein Collection

Hilary Swank: Gucci

What I WOULDN'T give to wear this gown!

Halle Berry: Marchesa

Hailee Steinfeld: Marchesa

Best dressed girl of 2011--very age appropriate!

Gwyneth Paltro: Calvin Klein Collection

Natalie Portman: Rodarte

Rodarte also designed the costumes for Black Swan, for which Natalie accepted the award for "Best Actress".

Mandy Moore: Monique Lhuillier

Misses:

Reese Witherspoon: Armani Prive

Pageant queen?

Marisa Tomei: Charles James

Nicole Kidman: Christian Dior Haute Couture

Helena Bonham Carter: Colleen Atwood

Wearing Colleen Atwood (costume designer), paying tribute to film, instead of fashion. Helena, you always seem to find yourself on the worst dressed list but we love you anyway.

Almost, but not quite:

Melissa Leo: Mark Bouwer

Congrats to Melissa for stepping out of her comfort zone and into a gown, however it seems a little boxy on her figure.

Scarlett Johansson: Dolce & Gabbana

Yes, she looks beautiful. The color is gorgeous and the fit is mostly flattering but I'm not a fan of the see-through lace (is it on purpose?) nor the undone hair for the Oscars.

Cate Blanchett: Givenchy Haute Couture

Props to Cate for taking such a risk but this dress seems too futuristic for the Oscars.

Amy Adams: L'Wren Scott

Love this dress--extremely figure flattering! However, because the dress's neckline is cut so high already, I definitely would have lost the necklace.

What did you guys think of last night's fashion? Who should receive awards for BEST and WORST dressed?

Photos courtesy of fashion.telegraph.co.uk and mtv.com

Anne Hathaway Does No Wrong

Anne Hathaway worked it hard as the co-host of the 83rd Annual Academy Awards last night, but she worked it even harder in those 8 AMAZINGLY beautiful outfits. Styled by Rachel Zoe, Hathaway looked absolutely stunning in all of them...and also helped to add interest to James Franco's less than compelling performance.