Sunday, September 29, 2013

2013 Emmy's

Since the Emmy's are a pretty big deal, I thought it might be a good idea to post a handfull of my picks for best and worst. I didn't actually watch them, so I may have missed some really great one's as I am going solely from what I can find online. 

Overall,  I think it was a bit of a snoozefest. There were a lot of boring dresses out there. But I did manage to find some gems. Hope you enjoy!

BEST

The truth is, I almost passed this one by because of the strange color combination. But after much consideration, I think this is my favorite. I love that it's simple yet unexpected at the same time! Michelle Dockery hit it out of the park in Prada!

I suppose this isn't the most adventurous dress, but I think Tina Fey looks perfect. The fit, cut and color are right on for her!

Personally, I think Rose Byrne could wear a table cloth and look stunning, but I've got to say that this Calvin Klein dress is anything but a table cloth. I love the color, and what could have been a misstep with the slightly bear midriff turned out to be a stunning feature (especially with the criss-cross detail just above it).

My only complaint is that I am not crazy about this color. But Mindy Kaling looks gorgeous anyway. The detailed neckline combined with the simple dress has me sold!

I think there's a good chance this is on my favorites list because, 1- It's my favorite color, and 2- It's Zooey Deschanel. It is a really pretty and simple silhouette. I think she looks amazing!


'A' FOR EFFORT

I don't know who this is, but I love this black and white gown! I think the only thing that puts me off a little is the length. It honestly looks like there's a trip just waiting to happen.

This comes across as slightly matronly on Vera Farmigia, but I still think she looks amazing! I like the belt and the full skirt. The top part of the back is lovely, but I don't like how low down it goes.

I think this Prada dress on Lena Dunham made most of the worst-lists. But I've gotta say, I really like it! The print and colors are lovely! And the most important part is that is seems to suit her very well. I personally love this choice for her!
This got the #1 best in my Entertainment Weekly. Sofia Vergara definitely looks pretty and the dress fits her very well, but I think it's incredibly boring. That is all.


NO, NO, NO, NO

This  dress on Julianne Hough makes me want to vomit. I already was not a fan of the short skirt under longer see through skirt. But these briefs under the long chiffon skirt are just wrong! And the top isn't making up for anything either.

I don't know who this is, but I really don't like this dress. I sometimes love lace, but the extreme two-tone is not doing this dress any favors. Neither is the asymmetry.

Oh Heidi Klum! She always seems to have such good taste on Project Runway, but she just never seems to deliver when she is on the red carpet herself. I think this dress would be fine without that giant, red snake strangling her!

I don't see how anyone could put this on, look in the mirror, and think that it looks good. Plus, it looks like it is two sizes too big. What was she thinking?!

Sunday, September 22, 2013

PJ's and Sweats

When did pajama's and workout clothing become fashion?  I have been traveling lately and had the chance to be in three airports in one day.  When I travel I dress in a nice but comfortable outfit.  I was surprised to see so many women in pajama's or workout outfits!  I was flabbergasted!  How could women have such little care for what they looked like or what people thought of them.  Now, I am a woman who knows who I am and I realize that what people think of me doesn't really matter but that does not make me want to show myself it the worst way possible.  A sloppy, messy and unkempt woman is nothing but unattractive and ignorant in my mind!  By dressing this way she is trying to say that she doesn't care about societal labels.  Instead she puts the wrong labels on instead.  A woman that dresses nicely is seen for herself and not for what she has on!


In the town where I live I have seen many women who go to the gym and then keep their workout clothing on for the rest of the day.  I think they are trying to show how dedicated to being in shape they are and how good they look.  In my mind going home and putting on a dress that hugs a waist or slacks that show the curve of a thigh would be better choices to show how in shape a person is.



I know I may be on my soap box - but please have some self respect and stop showing people what you look like when you crawl out of bed or come from the gym!  Show them who you are instead.

That day of traveling took me from Seattle Airport to Minneapolis Airport and then on to Chicago.  I have to say Chicago was the best dressed of the three but still left me frustrated!

Friday, September 20, 2013

Golden Autumn Fashion

Call me the earthy type, but I've always loved wearing autumn colours: oranges, browns, greens. Despite the fact that winter follows autumn, autumn is my favourite season. The colours of the fall seem to me the most vibrant and expressive, and what better way to reflect that than in the clothes we wear?

Starting with a look at the past, I'll highlight some lovely clothes of autumnal hues.

Circa 1815, a lovely golden, pumpkiny coloured gown.

A lovely brown floral dress from 1830s.

A checked gown, also from the 1830s.
A jewell-rich gown from the 1820s/ 1830s.

A mid-18th Century cloak.

A lovely dress from the 1910s

Lovely - from the 1920s.

Art Nouveau dress. Gorgeous!

From the 1930s


Argyle, plaid & gloves!

Gunne Sax dress from the 1970s

1960s

Another Gunne Sax dress.

You can hardly call this a dress, but it's cute, and autumn-coloured.


Fabulous tweedy/ plaid boots!



Saturday, September 14, 2013

The Stripy Type

In a wonderful movie called "Bluebeard's Eighth Wife," Claudette Colbert tells Gary Cooper that he is the "stripy type" while discussing pajamas. Ever since I saw that movie, years ago, I have often contemplated whether different people are, indeed, the stripy type. And wondered it about myself as well.




The truth is, I love stripes. I think there is something amazingly timeless about them. They look good in any fashion period. I hope I'm not being too presumptuous in saying that after much consideration, I think that I am the stripy type. Or I at least strive to be. 


Olivia Wilde, always stunning!
Wow!
The thing I love about stripes it that they are not, generally, too fancy. And even if they are the pattern on a red carpet dress, they bring that dress down to earth a little. They make the wearer more accessible. When worn in a casual setting, stripes tend to be fun and playful. And, ultimately, I love the overall, graphic nature of them. I feel they are very pleasing to the eye. They make a statement without being too loud.



Again, I'm not a huge Katy Perry fan, but I do enjoy some of her fashion choices!

So, here are some great stripy examples, starting with some wonderful modern looks, and going backward through time. I hope you are as much a fan of the stripe as I am!

I am in love with this Spring 2013 Marc Jacobs line!

I am especially fond of Zoe Saldana's and Chole Moretz's pictured in the middle!


Very 80's! I'm sure many of you are cringing right now!
Only Blondie can wrap herself up with red tape and look awesome!
I'm not sure if this would be more 70's or 80's, but I love it either way. I know where I got my love of rainbows.
I never really thought about it until now, but the whole modern "chevron" love totally comes from the 70's.
Could you die at the sheer awesomeness of these outfits? I would seriously contemplate wearing the striped one. Of course, if I did wear it, I would have to stay at home all day.
Can you believe this is 70's Twiggy? Look how gorgeous she is, and I also love the outfit!
Back to back stripy Twiggy. This one from the 60's.


Marilyn in stripes.
I am totally in love with this yellow, 50's number!
Audrey with stripes and a sandwich and a crazy bed spread in the background.

More chevron stripes from the 50's this time. I want this sweater!

This is Anne St Marie, a famous model from the 50's. This outfit is crazy beautiful!

Bette Davis looking fabulous!

I think this is my favorite from the whole post! I love the effect that the striped ruffle gives in contrast to the rest of the striped dress. Myrna Loy does it again!

This close up of Carole Lombard is amazing!
The only good thing to come out of the movie Titanic was the costuming. This was the best outfit of the bunch! I  am assuming they made an almost exact copy of this original pictured here. So stunning! I love this period in fashion!
Helena Bonham Carter in Sweeney Todd. Such wonderful costuming! Such a jolly and bloody movie!
1870's
1867
1860's detailing
I love the flower/stripe patter on this dress from the 1860's!
Ruffles and bows! 1850's
The detailing on this dress from the 1820's is breathtaking!
From roughly 1800, this costume on Christina Ricci from Sleepy Hollow is amazing!!!
1780's
1780's