Ugly Sweater Fashion

The OSCARS

2011-02-28T15:52:00.000-08:00

As one of the most glamorous annual events of all time, the Oscars are one of the only places celebs can show off the most expressive and unique of styles.

After taking a very hard look at all of the fabulous gowns on the red carpet, it seems neutral colors with alternating textures were some of the most popular picks throughout the evening. Here were my favs:

Hilary Swank looks stunning in this shimmering silver and gray Gucci Premiere couture evening gown.

Halle Berry radiated in this nude Marchesa gown, studded with crystals, and tapering off into an elegant train of silken ruffles.

Inspired? Here are some you can own!

Tadashi Shoji Chiffon Appliqué One Shoulder Gown

(Nordstrom, $798)

BCBGMAXAZRIA Ruffled Floral Print Dress

(Bloomingdales, $498)

SPRINGWEAR (part 2)

2011-02-25T14:36:00.000-08:00

Lauren Mollon

For part two of my SPRINGwear saga, I have some upbeat inspiration that will get you mentally pumped for your SB2011 travels (Or, for those of you unfortunate to hang out in the snow drifts and slush of Michigan with me, I guess I apologize for rubbing it in). Looking at this Amani Bikini ($60, Lalesso), I can practically feel the sun.

Emily Floyd

What better way to celebrate Spring than with bright florals?

Cocktail Dresses!

Happy Hour: Flirty cocktail dresses are the best way to celebrate the end of the bitter cold. Don’t be ashamed to show off a shoulder, or a little bit of leg.

Black&White Can be festive too!

We <3 Wide Skirts...

Bold prints and classic cuts can be combined with any neutral.

HAVE A FABULOUS SPRING BREAK!

All That Glitters

2011-02-21T20:47:00.000-08:00

Dawn Hackett, a local jewelry designer based out of Toledo, OH, is one of the most unique designers I have ever stumbled upon. Dawn collects knick knacks, old jewelry, pocket watches, anything that catches her eye.

As a "recycling designer," anything she can incorporate anything into her jewelry inspires her. Many of her pieces are floral, but there is a wide range of other themes and looks as well. For the most part, the pieces are eccentric; the kind of attention grabbing accessory that would make its owner the center of attention in a social setting.

(From left) Emily, Dana

Focusing most of her attention on necklaces, Dee Dawns Designs (Dawn's jewelry company) also creates one of a kind rings and bracelets. Her work was featured in the recent Lalesso fashion show in Ann Arbor. Check out her newest collection.

I'm So Done With White...

2011-02-09T14:29:00.000-08:00

This winter has been grueling. The first snow is charming and glittery, but after a few days, it all turns to a loathsome brown slush. After a few weeks, the temperature is so depressing that it is actually too cold to snow, and we all walk to class hidden behind a scarf, hopping across slush puddles in our salt stained boots, and cursing the world for having to leave bed before noon.

Dana Pennington

So it seems that doing some black and white high fashion shots and talking about the pros and cons of wearing wool would be appropriate. Alternatively, these bold prints and dazzling colors help take the edge off of the chill and get us all amped up for the summer.

Emily Floyd

Naturally, when I was given the opportunity to play with some of the most exclusive and amazingly unique clothing lines in the entire world, I took advantage.

Lalesso is an exclusively summer line based out of Kenya, and if you're interested in learning more, you should check out this SHEI Magazine article.

Lauren King

Here are some of my favorite shots of these fabulous pieces.

Abisola