Don't of the Day! Shoulder Pads

Today's Don't of the Day... Shoulder Pads. They were the rage back in the day. Ever Television show and movie with a powerful, career woman had a mass wardrobe with shoulder padded jackets, power suits, and dresses. Let me ask this, Were they ever really needed? No. Are they needed now? No again.

Caroline Castigliano Bridal Collection

Opulent bridal collection by Caroline Castigliano.
Gorgeous and Glamorous describes the Bridal Collection from Caroline Castigliano. Her collection is named Opulent and this is the best description. These dresses are very romantic. The Black sash can come in many colors if requested. For more information visit
http://www.carolinecastigliano.co.uk/

More from the Met Ball

More pics and runway looks from the Met's Costume Institute Gala

Anne Hathaway in Valentino Pre Fall 2010



Eva Longoria Parker in Marquesa Spring 2010




Melania Trump in Christian Siriano




Gwen Stefani in L.A.M.B.








Sarah Jessica Parker in Halston Heritage




Christina Hendricks in L'Wren Scott Fall 2010

Glamour Gala, The Met's Costume Gala

Last Night the Stars were abound the described Oscar's for the Fashion Industry. The Met's Costume Institude Gala was held last night. The evening brought the most glamourous and gorgeous celebs from Oprah Winfrey to Sarah Jessica Parker to Katy Perry.




Escorted by Oscar De La Renta, Oprah Winfrey, the evening's co-host makes a stunning entrance in her custom navy silk organza gown, Jimmy Choo sandals and her own jewelry, including Lorraine Schwartz jade and diamond




Diane Krueger and Joshua Jackson in Calvin Klein




Jennifer Lopez in a Zuhair Murad Haute Couture strapless gray gown, Judith Leiber clutch and Sergio Rossi slingbacks with Stephen Russell and Cartier jewelry.



Katy Perry continuing her glowing attire in a light up gown CuteCircuit gown and Lorraine Schwartz pink sapphire jewelry.

High End Wedding, Thrify Budget

Here are a few ideas and items that are currently on sale. Very affordable wedding accessories for brides who have thrifty budget.




Gorgeous Bridal Wedding Comb from Americanbridal.com $36.00 retail $75.00



Cute Strappy Sandas from www.discountweddingshoes.com $55.90




Strapless, Silk and Satin Wedding Gown courtesy of www.lilywedding.com $178.00

Camilla Skovgaard Sandals

Camilla Skovgaard offers her twist on the luxury shoe genre. They are gorgeous and sexy and continues the gladiator theme sandal. THey also a bit of a bondage inspiration with the ankle straps. Very original and very modern, if not very daring.




Camilla Skovgaard Pebbled Leather Mules $450 at Saks.com

Camilla Skovgaard Suede Cutout Sandals $480 at Saks.com

Camilla Skovgaard Collar Sandals $545 at Saks.com

Marquesa 2010 Bridal Collection

Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig of Marchesa recently debuted their Spring 2010 Bridal Collection. Elegant and Ethereal comes to mind when describing the gowns. They range from Cocktail, to Ballgown, to several Destination Offerings. Modern and Stylish is the bride that chooses Marquesa

Swimsuits, Aqua di Lara

New Swimwear Designers Aqua di Lara has made a splash. They debuted their designer swimwear at Mercedes/Benz Fashion Week this Spring. Designed to wear both in and out of the water they are creatively masterfully created by Canadian Reyhan Sofraci. The pictures are courtesy of http://www.millionlooks.com/ and for more information contact Aqua di Lara at http://www.aquadilara.com/

Who Wore It Best?

In this addition of Who Wore it Best we have Nicole Scherzinger, Mischa Barton, and Audrina Patridge. Who wore it the Best?

RuPaul's Drag Race Season 2 Winner

Well congratulations are in order to Miss Tyra Sanchez, no longer the "Other Tyra". This year's winner of RuPaul's Drag Race 2. Tyra did deserve the win, and IMO the competition was over when she wore her country outfit with all the interchangeable looks. She won hands down in the fashino. JuJuBee was a letdown towards the end and Raven could have won but it was the attitude. It was even worse than Tyra and she was in the botton when Tyra wasn't.
The reunion show was worth the price of admission. Shangela should not have left the first episode. Everyone looked really good. Tati is still bitter and I did not believe that hug she gave Raven. I liked Raven the whole time but I'm glad she didn't win after that sour message she left on the mirror for Tyra. What the hell was Mystique talking about? She just didn't have the money or clothes to have a good look, not the Mexican drug cartels. Pandorra Boxx could never win, but she did win Miss Congeniality. RuPaul Drag 3 is now casting and this summer there is will be a spinoff show called Drag U.

Red Carpet Trend No.#1, Versace 2010 Platforms

The First Shoe Trend the Fashion Lounge has noticed were the sky high Versace 2010 platorms. They were seen on Eva Marcille(ANTM), Ciara, and LaLa Vasquez(MTV). The collection comes in heel platform, and in boot form. All of the shoes pictured start at about $1000, Good Luck walking in them!!



Eva Marcille on Monique's show rocking the platforms

Here are more of Versace's 2010 Collection

Red Carpet Shoe Trend No.#2 Light up Jimmy Choos, the remix

Well the Light up Jimmy Choos are a hit. At least on the Red Carpet. Weren't we just talking about these a few days ago and a few posts ago? Celebs Katy Perry and Fergie were spotted with the JC's recently.

US Weekly Hot Hollywood Style Issue Event

The Stars came out for the Us Weekly Hot Hollywood Style Issue celebration held at Drai's Hollywood at the W Hollywood Hotel on April 22, 2010 in Hollywood, California

Style Star Ciara was front and center




Actor Joey Lawrence (where has he been?) attends the event




Jennifer Lopez





The Sisters Hilton, Paris and Nicky Pose for the Cameras

Where are all the fakes? Held up in court!!

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article by M. Barrett

Where have all the fakes gone? Ok, I admit I have seen a faux Louis Vuitton or Chanel once or twice in my lifetime (years ago). Has anyone noticed that you can't buy any fakes, knockoffs, or faux brand names purses or handbags anymore? Once upon a time you could go to the corner store or just a plain corner and buy the best Gucci, LV, or Coach Replica bags at 1/10th of the price of retail. For years merchants have sold and imported counterfeit goods and sold them with no legal ramifications. Well no more. Many High End Brands and Companies such as Coach have filed lawsuits claiming copyright infringement. Coach has started cracking down on stores that sell counterfeits of its famous bags. They are calling the crackdown "Operation Turnlock". Coach has filed 170 lawsuits suing for $1 million for each counterfeit sold. They are going after stores, merchants and even landlords where the stores to pressure them to stop selling the fakes. Since last year Coach has won hundreds of thousands of dollars in judgments. Big name purse makers are also using "Company Spies" to enter stores in secret to see who is selling real or fake. The International Anti-counterfeiting Coalition says counterfeit purses make up 10 percent of fake goods sold in the United States. To spot a fake employ the 3 P's, scrutinize place where you purchase, packaging, and price. Check the feel of the purse, weight, and stitching. If its too good to be true, well you know.


For more information check here.


http://www.click2houston.com/news/23233718/detail.html

 

Project Runway Season 7 Finale *Spoiler

Well Season 7 of Project Runwaay Wrapped up its Season 7 last night. It was down to the Final 3, Emilio, Mila, and Seth Aaron. The Competition was fierce and actually close with the nod, going to Seth Aaron. Congratulations!!! Seth Aaron rocked from the beginning IMO. Mila did have some spark and Emilio had flashes of brilliance but the collection did not flow. The true winner deserved it. Here is a like to Tim Gunn's facebook where her posts a video discssing everything behind the scenes. A must see. Thanks Tim