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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Winter On Sale

Now that the new year is here, retailers are phasing out their winter gear and transitioning in their spring collections.  However, most of us are guaranteed at least another two and a half months of frigid temps.  The good news?  Well besides getting a preview of the trends for the warmer weather to come, stores are having amazing sales to get rid of all their winter clothing and accessories.  Whether you’ve been holding out for a new winter coat or want to add another pair of boots to your shoe collection, you’re bound to find an amazing deal if you just look in the right places.  Like each of the items below, which are all on sale for $50 or less!

1.      Aeropostle Coat – Reg $99.50, Sale $19.99

2.      Ralph Lauren Gloves – Reg $39.50, Sale $24.99 + additional 25% off

3.      Madewell Scarf – Reg $49.50, Sale $24.99

4.      Chelsea Crew Boots – Reg $69, Sale $39.99

5.      Unlisted by Kenneth Cole Wedge Booties – Reg $59, Sale $39.99

6.      Arden B Sweater Dress – Reg $59, Sale $29.50

7.      Vila Knit Cardigan – Reg $68.96, Sale $41.38

Show Off A Little Back

 

Photo Compliments of stylehop.com

I was hoping to attend an upcoming event - Barrister’s Ball (aka law school prom) - in the perfect open-back cocktail dress.  During my search for the perfect dress, it seemed that all the backless dresses in my price range were either tacky or trashy, or both.  But backless dresses, when done right, can be sexy and classy at the same time.  It simply takes the right amount of coverage in other places and a fabric print that’s not overly ornate – take for example Kate Hudson’s Emilio Pucci gown.  Since Pucci sadly is not within most of our budgets, here are some beautiful and refined back-revealing dresses that wont break the bank.

1.       Mod Cloth, $64.99

2.      Factory by Erik Hart, $120

3.      Herve Leger, $500

4.      Victoria’s Secret, $78

5.      3.1 Phillip Lim, $550

6.      Asos, $163.78