Lupita Nyong'o in Christian Dior
Cate Blanchett in Alexander McQueen
Amy Adams in Victoria Beckham
Sai Bennett in Chanel
Just posting a few quick favorites. Which designs did you like best?
-Amanda
Images: Harpers Bazaar DE
Monday, 24 February 2014
Sunday, 16 February 2014
The beautiful Sui He photographed by Mario Testino. I love the 50s/60s vibe of the fashions in this shoot... so classic and feminine.
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Stay warm and dress pretty! :)
-Amanda
Images via glossy newstand
Wednesday, 5 February 2014
I know that both of these events took place a few weeks ago, and I don't usually cover these "smaller" red carpet occasions, but there were so many unique and beautiful ensembles that I just had to share them. 2014 is turning out to be a fabulous year for designer fashion, with fewer predictable designs, and many classic, yet surprising, red carpet looks.
Jessica Chastain, in Nina Ricci, took my personal "best dressed" prize away from the Critics Choice Awards. She is always superb, and here the color, style, and details of her gown suit her perfectly. (As does her hair... I gave it the "best hair" award over at my FlyGirl blog.)
Other favorites were Camila Alves in Paule Ka, also sporting a dress with beautiful color and shape, and Aisha Tyler in Tadashi Soji, wearing a classic black lace gown.
Two favorite fashion goddess took on similar looks with simple understated gowns that put their beautiful, unfussy hair in the spotlight: Cate Blanchett in Lanvin, and Amy Adams in Roland Mouret.
Cate Blanchett and Amy Adams were also stunning at the Screen Actors Guild Awards, the former looking statuesque in Givenchy and the latter evoking a 1930s screen siren in Antonio Berardi.
Black and gold seems to be a popular combination in 2014, with lots of heavily decorated gowns that look like they emerged from ancient Persia, especially on blonde beauties Katrina Bowden, in Badgley Mischka, and Malin Akerman in Naeem Kahn.
One of the best looks of the night was Lupita Nyong'o, looking fresh and lovely in a turquoise gown by Gucci. Hannah Simone continued the flowery neckline trend in an elegant Marchesa gown.
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Feel free to check out my "best hair" post over at FlyGirl for more Critics Choice and SAG awards coverage, and also let me know which red carpet look was your favorite.
-Amanda
Images: JustJared
Sunday, 2 February 2014
Isn't it awful that cold feet make for a cold imagination,
and that a pair of woollen socks induce good thoughts!
- Franz Grillparzer
Until then, I'll wear "woollen socks."
What I'm Wearing:
- Faux fur vest by ANN TAYLOR LOFT - thrifted
- Green top by MOSSIMO SUPPLY CO. - hand-me-down
- Pencil skirt by UNITED COLORS OF BENETTON - gift
- Tights by VERA by Vera Wang - Kohl's
- Shoes by CAMI - hand-me-down
- Jewelry by KATHY SNYDER
I took a lot of outfit photos in the chill of December. This month has been even frostier, so I haven't braved the outdoors to shoot my Sunday outfits. But my hair is red again, so some shots need to happen before it fades away... ;)
How is the winter treating you?
-Amanda
Photos by Lydia Flynn
Sunday, 26 January 2014
So, I got a new endeavor going this week: FlyGirl, a blog focusing on hair and beauty, as well as living a healthy lifestyle... essentially a culmination of the bits I have learned over the years, and the many things I am currently learning in cosmetology school. I'll be sharing my favorite links, tutorials, hair and beauty trends, my own creations, and much, much more.
This is a new process and the blog will definitely take time to grow and evolve, but I do hope you'll follow along and share your thoughts along the way. I'm so enjoying transitioning into my new career, and I want to share as much as I can with all of you!
Thank you all so much for your support over the years! You're the best.
Hugs,
Amanda
Wednesday, 22 January 2014
Out of the bosom of the air,
Out of the cloud-folds of her garments shaken,
Over the woodlands brown and bare,
Over the harvest-fields forsaken,
Silent, and soft, and slow
Descends the snow.
Even as our cloudy fancies take
Suddenly shape in some divine expression,
Even as the troubled heart doth make
In the white countenance confession,
The troubled sky reveals
The grief it feels.
This is the poem of the air,
Slowly in silent syllables recorded;
This is the secret of despair,
Long in its cloudy bosom hoarded,
Now whispered and revealed
To wood and field.
- Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
These photos were taken after a snow storm last month (back when my hair still looked red... I need to remedy that soon), so it seems fitting to post them today, after the 12+ inches of snow that got dumped on us in the past 24 hours.
I love snow, and I don't even mind driving in blizzards... other than the fact that there's terrible visibility and the chance of spinning out every five feet. If it's going to be cold (and New England has been fluctuating between mid fifties and below zero temps), it might as well be pretty.
What I'm Wearing:
- High-low top by xhilaration - hand-me-down
- Cardigan by MERONA - thrifted
- Jeans by American Eagle - hand-me-down
- Boots by eurostep - Famous Footwear
- Earrings - gift
-Amanda
Photos by Lydia Flynn
Thursday, 16 January 2014
Finally! A Golden Globes red carpet where the fashion was not dull, predictable, and prom-worthy! I must say that the past few years of GG and Oscar fashion left me disappointed by the lack of creativity and originality. (Every other woman showed up in a strapless mermaid gown. Boring.) This year showcased more variety, and I felt that most of the stars were expertly dressed, choosing styles and colors that suited them well.
The wide variety of ensembles made the trends less apparent than in years past, but there definitely some were popular choices, reflecting the biggest fashion statements of 2013.
Emma Roberts in Lanvin ~ Helen Mirren in Jenny Packham
Colors were many, with classic black (Emma Roberts) as a staple, as well as deep and fiery reds, and soft blush and nude shades (Rocsi Diaz). Metallic fabrics made an appearance, and there were a myriad of bold, bright hues (Helen Mirren, Reese Witherspoon). It was definitely a strong, cheery palette!
Rocsi Diaz in J. Mendel ~ Reese Witherspoon in Calvin Klein Collection
Julia Roberts in Dolce and Gabbana ~ Julie Bowen in Carolina Herrera ~ Uma Thurman in Atelier Versace
The color block trend of the past few years made some fun and unexpected appearances, and two-piece dresses (also called "mock" two-piece) made big statements. Above are just a few examples of my favorites. Who'd have thought that Julia Roberts could look so great in a dress that appeared to be layered over a white button-up. (Really, she looks good in everything.) Julie Bowen's "two-piece" ensemble evoked the Edwardian era, and Uma Thurman looked like a serious goddess (halter necklines like this one were common on Sunday evening).
Michelle Dockery in Oscar De La Renta ~ Zooey Deschanel in Oscar De La Renta
Of course, the high-low hemline trend, one of the biggest of 2013, made a lot of appearances. Above are two favorite style cuties, Michelle Dockery and Zooey Deschanel, both wearing Oscar De La Renta.
Drew Barrymore in Monique Lhuillier ~ Kerry Washington in Balenciaga ~ Olivia Wilde in Gucci
Another trend on the red carpet? Maternity eveningwear! I loved how we had three equally stunning women wearing three completely different looks, and each one suited the wearer beautifully. (Even Drew's kinda-crazy, looks-like-a-flower-garden-just-threw-up gown.) They were truly glowing.
THE BEST DRESSED (IMHO):
Cate Blanchett in Armani Prive
Cate is obviously queen of the red carpet. Known for her unusual and bold fashion choices, this gown was on the subdued side, but beautifully crafted from expertly placed black lace. She evoked the glamour of the golden age of Hollywood with soft hair and bold jewels.
Jessica Chastain in Givenchy
As always, this most beautiful redhead looked stunning in a fitted black gown with subtle texture and details. And that naturally red, never been colored hair (or so I've heard) was just the right accessory, hanging down her back in smooth waves.
Caitlin FitzGerald in Emilia Wickstead
Caitlin was a red carpet surprise for me, but a very welcome one, in a bright, flattering blue that enhanced her pale hair and matched her eyes. (Also a very good, bold lipstick choice.) Once again the high-low hemline reigned, and she accented her dress with fun shoes and accessories.
Sarah Hyland in Georges Hobeika
Another fashion surprise was this beautiful, simple gown, with a dropped, belted waist, and a soft, ombre hemline. I loved the fact that Sarah rocked one of the biggest hair trends of the year - braids! - bringing fresh fun and youth to her look.
And there you have it... we survived the Golden Globes red carpet once again! We've got wait until March to see what the Oscars will bring, but it promises to be a worth-while fashion parade. :)
Which looks were your favorites! I'd love to hear!
-Amanda
Images: Just Jared
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