2012 Grammy Gowns

I wanted to take a moment out of the evening to post two of my favorite looks from the 2012 Grammys tonight.  Taylor Swift and Carried Underwood both had absolutely ravishing silhouettes in these gowns.  Both also chose gowns that were backless!

Carrie was wearing a Gomez-Gracia gown.

Taylor was wearing a  Zuhair Murad gown.

Style on.

Alexander McQeen Face Lace vs. Marykate and Ashley Lace Veils

Firstly, I must commend the amazon seller that sent me this late copy of the special edition Vogue (Best Dressed 2011).  It was sent from Brooklyn, NY and arrived to me across the coast in three days.  This seller knows how to pack a magazine!  It was wrapped in plastic (as shown above), slipped in between two pieces of cardboard, and then packed nicely in a hard cardboard envelope addressed to yours truly.  I will buy from this seller again.

Secondly, when I first saw this cover, I assumed that the face lace on Marykate and Ashley would be none other than the lace masks that were shown at the Alexander McQueen runway not long ago.  Turns out, they are not the same masks.  But, take a peak below at some of the Alexander McQueen Spring 2012 RTW runway masks.  They are beautiful and compliment the RTW tremendously.  I chose my three favorite looks of the show and posted them below.

Sarah Burton has done well with the Alexander McQeen line.

Yet, going back to the lace masks that Marykate and Ashley were wearing on that exquisite Vogue cover- they were wearing Maison Michel lace veils.  Well done, Vogue, that was a great choice.

Inspiration: Part 1

I have noticed that looking through magazines is a great way to get inspired.  Another way is to study people on the street.  I did both today.

It's funny how fashion is all around us.  In art, in architecture, in people, in the obvious (clothing), but what really intrigues me is how fashion or style is shown in each individual.  I know I use clothing and sometimes red lipstick to show that in my own way.

Wearing a bun on top of my head and painting my nails plum purple make me feel, well, sassy.  In a good way. 

Back to the fashion in art, etc... I have this amazing poster hung up in my living room from the 1963 film Critic's Choice starring Lucille Ball and Bob Hope.  This poster was given to me by my grandfather and it was one of the original posters hung in the theatres.  I absolutely love it and it inspires me.

I'd say this movie poster is fashionable.  And inspiring.

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Emma Stone: Dress Master

Over the past two years, I have noticed Emma Stone on the rise to mega stardom.  Along with that mega stardom came some really amazing dresses.

She is funny, and very much a natural beauty.  What I love about her style is the fact that it's not really set in one color or one particular style of dress.  Grecian goddess, babydoll, or vintage inspired -- Emma always knows how to awe the crowd. 

At least, I'm in awe!  Below are six (yes- SIX!) of my favorite Emma Stone dresses, so far.

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1. Emma in Venice wearing Roland Mouret gown and Alexander McQeen Clutch.

I love this color.  And I like how the neckline is very Hollywood glam.  I would love to wear a dress like this one! 

2. Emma in Lanvin.

  This one is so classic.  It even has a little train!

3. Emma at the screening of Paper Man in a beige Stella McCartney dress.

I knew her stylist and I had something in common- we both love Stella!

4. Emma in Lanvin at her Germany premier of The Help.

The sweetheart neckline is so flattering- and the dress has a Grecian goddess appeal.

5. Emma at the 2011 MTV Movie Awards in Bottega Veneta.

A sweetheart neckline underneath lace!!? Yes, Emma. Your color scheme is perfect too.

6.  Emma in Lanvin again. 

A beautiful usage of coral.  Also, the band around the waist is ever-so-flattering. This IS Grecian Goddess.

After being mystified by these beautiful dresses, I can only wonder- what will she wear next?!

Which is your favorite?

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Fresh Start

I found myself in New York wanting to blog when inspiration hit.
But I didn't.

I found myself inspired walking around my school campus in New jersey and thought maybe I should blog about this?
But I didn't.

I found myself at home looking around for fashion inspiration, found some, then thought about blogging.
But I didn't.

I have been so nervous to start blogging again...that I have been limiting myself.  What would people think?  I haven't done anything for so long....does this make me a deadbeat blogger?

Then, most recently, I found myself sifting through my fashion magazines, updating my bulliton boards...and I thought I should blog.

So, then I did.

My inspiration boards.