Posts tagged celebrity
Get the Red Carpet Look
Mar 5th
I’m still in awe over the dresses from this year’s Oscars. There really weren’t any looks that I didn’t love or thought to be distasteful (even Lady Gaga surprisingly rose to the occasion). What really keeps me watching these red carpet events is the confidence that these women ooze. I know, I know. They are all A-list celebrities, but you have to remember that with the right dress and accessories you can feel like a celebrity too. With that being said, after watching the Oscars there are a few looks that would work perfectly as inspiration for pieces in our own closets.
The Cape - As seen on Kate Hudson, a cape is an accessory that can amp up a red carpet look. For us, a cape of more substantial material can do the same as an everyday look. With jeans and a t-shirt or dressed up with skinny pants and an oversized hat, the cape can take your look to a whole other level. How chic does a cape look just draped every so slightly onto the shoulders?
The Lace LBD - Who doesn’t love a little black dress? Oh wait, no one. It is the staple piece that we all already have in our closets (if you don’t, then you got to get one - life changing!) because it makes women feel like a powerhouse. So, why not add sophisticated lace to your LBD? Let’s take Diane Kruger’s Valentino frock. What is so prefect about this dress is that you’re showing skin and totally covered up all at the same time. How provocative is that?
The Flirty Skirt - I couldn’t write a blog post about the Oscars and not include Lupita Nyong’o. Her custom Prada gown was straight out of a fairy tale. How fun would it be to twirl in a flowy skirt until you were dizzy, like when you were a kid? That’s what her dress makes me want to do. Off the red carpet, a long or short flirty skirt is all you need to feel like a princess.
I am definitely going to be on the hunt for these pieces after watching the Oscars! These pieces can transitional your wardrobe and make you feel like a celebrity. Don’t take my word for it, just look at how amazing these ladies look!
~Taylor, fashioniSTA
Photo Credits: Refinery29 and Pinterest
The Grammys: Get the Look
Jan 30th
To pick a “best-dressed” from the Grammys has always seemed like an overly ambitious decision to make. So many stars, so many designers, so many styles who could possibly pick one (or ten) favorites? But from all the looks, there was one that stood out to inspire a unique addition to our wardrobes. The look we can’t wait to embrace was inspired by none other than the sensational Katy Perry. Katy’s unique Valentino dress on the red carpet (the dress that opened Valentino’s spring 2014 show in Paris) and her stunning ice blue gown for the after party had one thing in common - tulle.
A tulle skirt is definitely the easiest way to incorporate this fairytale fabric. While the texture itself is whimsical and bold, we like the look of pairing it with a toned down piece like denim or a sweater. For a more versatile approach, a tulle top is great for layering! Make it the top layer over a camisole, or the bottom layer under a sweater or jacket. But wait, it gets better. Tulle is a great option for this time of year, where it’s no longer the cozy holidays, but not yet springtime sunshine. Tulle’s elegant flair hints at the remnants of winter, while its femininity calls for the beauty of springtime.
We can’t wait to try incorporate a touch of tulle to our looks! Thanks Katy Perry for the inspiration, I hope we can rock it as well as you do!
Photos from pintrest.com and huffingtonpost.com
The Golden Globes to Your Closet
Jan 17th
Yes, we all saw the overwhelmingly unanimous decision that Lupita Nyong’o was the best dressed at the 2014 Golden Globes. But dear fashion magazines, how is that supposed to help us? I’m sorry but we are not about to try to pull off a fire engine red cape. We’re looking to these celebrities not just to adore their glamorous wardrobes, but for style inspiration! Luckily many other stars among the best dressed flaunted styles that we can’t wait to try. Here are our favorite looks from the 2014 Golden Globes to inspire our every day style.
1. Olivia Wilde
Designer: Gucci Premiere
Inspiration: Emerald Green
With a color like this, we just can’t take our eyes off her. So why not try to incorporate such an eye-catching color into your wardrobe? We love the idea of adding a pop of emerald green to your go-to looks. To add a little zest to your casual every day wear, how about shimmering emerald heels? Or glittering emerald nails anyone?
2. Kate Beckinsale
Designer: Zuhair Murad
Inspiration: Beaded Texture
There is just something so glamorous about beaded texturing. Kate’s beaded gunmetal gown turned a simple metallic dress into a spectacular work of art. We love this look so much that we are determined to add more beaded accents to our wardrobe. Whether it be a touch of beads in a headband or a beaded skirt, the texture give the piece a one-of-a-kind, hand made feeling.
3. Naomi Watts
Designer: Tom Ford
Inspiration: White Gold
While many fear light hues will wash them out, Naomi shone brilliantly in her embroidered, white gold gown. We can’t get enough of this color for its ability to add some shine to winter outfits without going all out holiday sparkle. The elegance of white gold is perfect for a blouse, for a sophisticated look without being stuffy. On a more casual note, we love this white gold shimmer skirt with a laid back T-shirt. It’s just enough to sparkle without wearing sequins. White gold’s versatility makes it a great piece to wear when dressing up or down.
4. Amy Adams
Designer: Valentino Couture
Inspiration: Minimalism
Talk about a statement! We are drooling over Amy’s plunging neckline and the ruby red color. In fact, the outfit is so stunning that she felt no need to over accessorize. We’ll take a page from Amy’s book and say, let your outfit do the talking! While it’s fun to dress up a simple outfit with bold accessories, the opposite can be just as appealing. When it comes to a bold style, own it! Don’t let accessories distract from your sleek outfit. Like Amy, rather than sport bold jewelry, rock a bold color (and we love the idea of red and maroon)! We love this eye opening idea. Sometimes less is more.
Photo Credits: Pintrest.com, Vogue.com, eonline.com, Huffingtonpost.com
Celebrity Designers: Successes and Failures
Jun 21st
It seems that almost every celebrity – both A-list or otherwise – has come out with their own clothing (or shoe, or jewelry, or hand-bag) line. Most are just ho-hum, but some are very successful. What is the defining factor you ask?
The successful brands are those labels which can exist independently of their creator based upon the quality of their design. While the style or personality of the celebrity informs the spirit of the brand, it is not solely the link to the celebrity that gives the label validation.
Want some examples of this success? Here are my favorites:
Gwen Stefani’s L.A.M.B.
One part new-wave preppy, one part rocker-chic and all parts cool, Gwen’s higher-end line (she also has a diffusion label named Harajuku Lovers after the Japanese street style that she loves so much) is extremely successful. The singer, songwriter and fashion plate is incredibly talented. Although her rock star status came first and most certainly informs her collections, there is no doubt about her designing talent. Pun intended.
Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen’s The Row and Elizabeth and James
The world’s most famous twins’ high-end ventures into designing have cranked out some very cool duds. Famous for their “homeless chic,” M-K and Ashley have produced a line of very wearable basics and fashion pieces for the downtown girl who loves fashion. Slinky tees, menswear-inspired pieces, sexy dresses, shoes and jewelry abound.
Mila Jovovich’s Jovovich-Hawk
Model turned actress turned designer, Mila Jovovich, teamed up with her friend Carmen Hawk to make “clothes that are relevant to the lives of independent, hard working, creative, funny, elegant and romantic women.” The look is extremely feminine with a heavy vintage influence and has a strong following.
Justin Timberake’s William Rast
The pop prince’s label with his childhood friend Trace Ayala consists of premium denim and coordinating casual pieces. The look is classic Americana with a rock and roll vibe. The look has a very universal, easy-to-wear appeal and the jeans fit like a second skin.
Victoria Beckham by Victoria Beckham
Posh Spice certainly knows a thing or two about fashion. She knows how to shop for it, how to wear it and – as evidenced by her clothing line – how to design it as well. Her collection consists of dresses, denim and eyewear, undoubtedly 3 of Mrs. David Beckham’s favorite things. I believe that the dresses are the most successful. They are fitted, sexy and polished – the kind of things that you could wear to the office with a jacket, but also rock out at the club in with the addition of some sky-high heels.
What are your favorites?? I am sure that I have overlooked some… Comment above!
~Marisa, Director of Styling, Second Time Around