Oscar Favorites

Jessica Chastain- Alexander McQueen 

And, that is it ladies and gentleman, a brilliant close to awards season. I always look forward to the oscars. The oscars are the climax of Hollywood award show fashion and this year did not disappoint. White and tones of gold were obvious trends this year. Jessica Chasten, nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her role in The Help, wowed in Alexander McQueen. Gwyneth Paltrow stood out among many white dresses on the red carpet. I love the clean lines and structured look of this Tom Ford gown. I think the cape adds a level of intrigue. She took off the cape once inside and looked equally amazing.  I must say, I am absolutely in love with the Giuliana Rancic's Basil Soda gown. She really knows how the rock the red carpet. Her entire look was flawless and the gown fit like a glove. In the words of Giuliana, Amaz-balls! Below are some of my other favorite looks. Who was your favorite? 

XO, Sarah 

Gwyneth Paltrow - Tom Ford 

Giuliana Rancic - Basil Soda 

Michelle Williams - Louis Vuitton

Kristen Wiig - J Mendel

Milla Jovovich - Elie Saab

Emma Stone - Giambattista Valli

Rooney Mara - Givenchy Couture

Octavia Spencer - Tadashi Shoji

Kelly Osbourne - Badgley Mischka

Meryl Streep-  eco Lanvin

Photo Credit: {Here}

Structured Yet Casual

I am basically in love with this top from Zara.  I originally saw it here on Emily from Cupcakes and Cashmere. It is one of those pieces that seems underwhelming hanging on the hanger but when worn it is just perfect. It is structured but not constricting. The material has enough weight so it looks more expensive than it actually is. I love this top because it can so easily be dressed up or down. I wore this casual take romping around El Paso Robles the week before thanksgiving. It was cool an a bit rainy so threw on a pair of boots and was ready to go. It can easily be paired with a pencil skirt, heals and a statement necklace (like the ones seen here) for a more formal look.  

XO- Sarah 

Golgotha

{All Accessories by Alexander McQueen}

It's kind of a ironic to call a skull "pretty" but I am in love with these pretty Alexander McQueen skull accessories seen above. Okay lets be honest, I have been obsessed with skulls in general lately. I bought {This} miniature ceramic skull a couple months ago. Skulls also inspired halloween look {Here}.  The skull trend can be a little tricky because it tends to look either gothic or super morbid. To avoid this look things that are lighter in color or kick up the sparkle a bit. Also, stray away from skull and crossbones, it looks too much like a pirate. Skulls have not only shown up in accessories but also decor and apparel. See some of my favorites below. 

      

{How Cool is this }

Braided Necklace

This is my very first DYI Jewelry project.  Okay, maybe not my very first. When I was in junior high  my sister and I used to make necklaces from coke tabs. We thought they were so cool, until they started to turn our skin green, that is. Venturing in to my second DYI piece of jewelry  I wanted to make a semi-chuncky (not sure if that is an official term)  necklace that was girly yet tough. I used ribbon and pearls for the girly, and chains and leather for the tough. It was a perfect combination. I found all of these supplies, including the clasp, at Michaels. If you try, leave a comment and let me know what materials you used. 

                                                                    xo -Sarah