A Royal Dream In McQueen

Absolutely breathtaking.  Kate Middleton looked stunning in her dress fit for a fairytale wedding.  The dress, designed by Sarah Burton of Alexander McQueen, with its lace, deep v, and long sleeves, will inevitably shape the future of wedding fashion.  Look for more royal wedding trend recaps to come!     

*All Photos Compliments of dailymail.co.uk 

Award Winning Fashion

Now that award show season is officially over, it’s time to take a look back at the trends that wowed on the red carpet and bring those trends home to your closet.  Even though I was entirely underwhelmed by the dresses at the Oscars (just another reason, in addition to these, that the Golden Globes are better), overall this has been my favorite awards season in terms of fashion by far.  The number of best dressed stars way outnumbered the number of worst dressed, and all the major trends from the red carpet are easily incorporated into your wardrobe.  From gem hues to simple silhouettes, you’ll be looking award show ready whether you’re going to a black tie event or brunch with the girls.

Mila Kunis in Vera Wang at the Golden Globes

Trends: Gem hues, Skin tight fits, Shoulder accents

Affordable Lookalike: Asos $71.72

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Amber Riley in Anne Barge at the SAGs

Trends: Mermaid gowns, Feather accents

Affordable Lookalike: Unique Vintage $196

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Emma Stone in Calvin Klein Collection at the Golden Globes

Trends: Citrus shades, Minimalist structures

Affordable Lookalike: Asos $44.83

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Gwyneth Paltrow in Calvin Klein Collection at the Oscars

Trends: Shimmery metallics

Affordable Lookalike: Asos $53.79

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Mila Kunis in Alexander McQueen at the SAGs

Trends: Floral prints, Rosey red shades, Sweetheart neckline

Affordable Lookalike: eDressMe $258

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Award Winning Weekend

Photo Compliments of majesticcafe.com

This weekend has been the perfect balance of productive and relaxing.  My boyfriend’s parents came down for a weekend visit, which was the perfect relief from the school work, errands, and cleaning that had to be done.  Not to mention that when his parents are in town we’re bound to be treated to the most delectable food and to discover new local restaurants like the Majestic in Old Town.  And the weekend keeps getting better because tonight the Golden Globes are on.  This is my favorite award show because it mixes movies with television, and celebrities that seem just the right amount of tipsy without looking like pre-rehab Lindsay Lohan.  My bet is on Glee and Black Swan to be the big winners, but most importantly I watch for the red carpet pre-show to see what and who everyone is wearing.  And as for the playoff game tonight, go PATS!

goldenglobes-worthy dinner - sushi & riesling