What They Wore: 2012 CFDA Fashion Awards

What They Wore:

CFDA Fashion Awards 2012

As you all know, the CFDA Fashion Awards 2012 were held last night (Monday, June 4th) at Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Centre NYC. The list of notable VIP's goes on for miles, so without talking to head off of you, that list included names such as: CFDA President Dianne von Furstenberg, CFDA CEO Steven Kolb, Alexander Wang, The Olsen twins, Grace Coddington, Anna Wintour, Prabal Gurung, Zac Posen, Rachel Zoe, Joan Smalls, Dree Hemingway, Donna Karan and Monique Lhuillier. The list literally does go on for days, and that doesn't even begin to include some other notable names from the world of music, entertainment and sport. Awards presented on the night included: 

• Womanswear Designer of The Year: Olsen Twins for The Row
• Menswear Designer of The Year: Billy Reid
• Accessory Designer of The Year: Reed Krakoff
• Swarovski Award for Womanswear: Joseph Altuzarra 
• Swarovski Award for Menswear: Phillip Lim
• Swarovski Award for Accessory Design: Tabitha Simmons 
• Geoffrey Beene Award Lifetime Achievement Award: Tommy Hilfiger
• International Award: Rei Kawakubo of Commes des Garcons 
• The Media Award, given in honor of Eugenia Sheppard: Scott Schuman & Garance Dore
• The Founder's Award, given in honor of CFDA Founder Eleanor Lambert: Andrew Rosen
• Fashion Icon Award: Johnny Depp (First male recipient in five years!)

Although the awards presented last night were notable enough, this wasn't the reason for my post today - my reason was in fact, none other than the outfits which these shining stars wore to the awards! Hardly a surprise though, right?
I've chosen some outfits which caught my attention in one way or another, but if there are any stars which i've missed and you felt were particularly dashing - or not - then don't forget to tell me in the comments section below so I can have another look. Oh, and don't forget to comment below with your best dressed from the list of images i've shown!

Brad Goreski

Elettra Wiedemann in Rachel Roy 

Shu Pei

Erin Heatherton

Betsey & Lulu Johnson
I know, what the hell, right?

Jessica Pare in Jason Wu

Doutzen Kroes

Jessica Stam in Jason Wu

Pharrell Williams

Lily Collins in Marchesa

Donna Karan

Victor Cruz

Rachel Zoe

Stacey Bendet

Solange Knowles

Dakota Fanning in Proenza Schouler

Mary-Kate & Ashley Olsen with Lauren Hutton:
The Olsen Twins both wear gowns from The Row's Resort 2013 Collection

Zoe Saldana & Prabal Gurung:
Zoe wears a dress & shoes by Prabal Gurung. Jewellery by Cartier.

Michael Kors & Joan Smalls

Anna Wintour in Marc Jacobs 

Jullianne Hough in Kaufmanfranco

Grace Coddington

Hilary Rhoda in Rebecca Minkoff 

Mandy Moore in a dress by Lela Rose

Harley Viera Newton

Jen Kao

Photo Credit: www.nymag.com

Read more here: http://www.sacbee.com/2012/06/05/4538756/2012-cfda-fashion-awards-presented.html#storylink=cp

Let's Give 'Em Something To Talk About

Edited By Taylor Davies
One of the things we bloggers fear most is letting our content go stale. We fear losing our readers' interest and engagement, and even worse - boring ourselves! So how do the bloggers in our community spice it up? Based on this week's Links A La Mode submissions, you know just how to do it! We had a wonderful selection of posts this week that covered topics from racism in fashion, an HIV/AIDS benefit, to some racy accessories in the key of 50 Shades of Grey. Check out the 20 best links, sure to spark some great conversations and fire up your own blogging inspiration engines!

LINKS À LA MODE: THE IFB WEEKLY ROUND UP: MAY 31ST

• A Minor Obsession: Sportswear for the Non-Sporty


• Arash Mazinani: So You Want To Be Styled


• A Stylized Hysteria: When Universes Collide


• Beautifully-Invisible: Jewelry For Your Inner Goddess: Sexy 50 Shades of Grey Inspired Picks


• DressCode:HighFashion: The 10 Most Fashionable Vacation Destinations SS12 & What to Wear


• Endear: Love Your Job


• F Go Round: Crazy About Yves!


• F.B.C. Creations: Can We Really Trust Stefano Tonchi? The Skinny on Elsa Shiaparelli


• Fashion Is Evolution: 5 Summer Trends I'm Most Excited About


• Fashion Love Affairs: DIY Diaries - Camera Couture


• Fashion, Well Done: Flags of our Fathers


• Finely Made: DIY Chain Peter Pan Collar


• In Her Glam: IGOTS: DCA Fashion Show & Women's Expo


• Inspirations & Celebrations: Style Spotting Across America


• Miss Vicki Secrets: Life Ball 2012 Opening Ceremonies


• SaraConstance: Gala Avanpremiere 2012 10th anniversary edition


• SheenaFab: How To Wear White All Over


• The Curatorial: Jungle Fever & Brooklyn Industries, Race and Fashion


• The Dapper Bun: Historic Tour


• Wina Wonders: How To - Blogging "Alone"

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Bold Souls Presents:

Bold Souls Presents:

Prohibition Glamour!

Yes, you heard me right, the infamous Bold Souls Fashion Pop-Up's are returning this summer with their second Prohibition Glamour event on Thursday, June 7th 2012 at 7pm in CitizenM hotel, Glasgow.
Bold Souls held the very first Prohibition Glamour event last February and although the evening was undoubtedly amazing, they wanted to give Glasgow another but this time make it bigger, better and even more ambitious and glamorous than before!

For those of you who have never come across the event before, let me fill you in on some background info: Prohibition Glamour is a unique rendez-vous of independent fashion designers, exciting networking and a dazzling fashion show which showcases the best that each designer involved has to offer. It is an exclusive and highly tasteful evening of never-before seen fashion and personalised shopping, where guests can watch the show, try on and then buy items from over 20 stalls of cherry-picked designers in an informal and fashionable atmosphere. You can even chat to the designers and have the garments customised if you ask nicely enough! If that isn't enough to entice you along to the event, there will be complementary Kopparberg on arrival plus hair styling by Rainbow Room International. You really couldn't ask for a better evening if you ask me.

Prohibition Glamour partners include: Les Garçons de Glasgow, Rainbow Room International, Kopparberg and Colours Agency. These notable industry names, plus the success from the last event means that time is of the essence if you want to make an appearance on the night, as there are only 100 tickets available and boy, will those sell out like hot cakes! You can buy them online at www.boldsouls.bigcartel.com for a price of £10. For everything including in the evening, they're practically giving them away at that price! Doors open at 6pm in SocietyM (ground floor of CitizenM hotel), show starts at 7pm and will run until 9pm. 

If you want to find out any extra information on the events sponsors, designers showing on the night, or anything to do with the event itself, then you can check out the list of links available just below. I, myself will be attending the event and helping out a little behind the scenes, so you can guarantee a post after the event on Thursday/Friday. That's no reason to miss out on the night though (unless you live outside the UK: you have an excuse), so if you're in Glasgow on Thursday evening, you better make sure you've got yourself a ticket and come. It's going to be a brilliant night filled with fun, fashion and of course, cider. How could any Glaswegian say no to that?!

Credit: Press Release curtesy of Silvia Pellegrino (Chouchou): Prohibition Glamour event organiser.

Bold Souls - https://www.facebook.com/boldsoulsglasgow

Chouchou - http://www.chouchoucouture.com/

Kopparberg - http://www.findkopparberg.com/

CitizenM - http://www.citizenm.com/

LGDG - http://www.lesgarconsdeglasgow.com/

RRI - http://www.rainbowroominternational.com

Colours Agency - http://www.coloursagency.com/ 

Topshop & Richard Nicoll Present..

Topshop & Richard Nicoll Present:

Blushing Bride Collection

Would you ever expect to walk into your local Topshop store and find a Bridal section in the corner? No, neither would I. Shoppers in London on June 15th & Toronto, Canada July 4th however, may just find that this is what they come across. 

Never before has Richard Nicoll collaborated with high street retailers to bring an affordable designer bridal range to the market, so it will be exciting to see how consumers take to this collection in particular. The hype which surrounds almost all designer & high street collaborations however, will undoubtedly be ever present - especially seeing as some of the gowns in the collection are limited to just 50 being produced. In total there will be seven designs for the blushing bride to choose from, in traditional white and rose - see where the "Blushing" part came from? - and prices will range between $165 and $640 (£75 - £350) For a typical collaboration piece $640/£350 may seem a little steep, but it's a bridal collection, so when you look at it that way, it's actually a pretty huge bargain for a wedding dress. 

The designer had this to say about the collection:

"I liked the idea of making a modern affordable alternative to meringue culture, but not precious, like my friends, something they would wear if they were getting married."

I have to say that I agree with that statement. Having been with my other half for just under six years now and engaged, I myself have tried on numerous wedding gowns and have found that I've hated every one that I've tried on. They're either too flouncy, over the top and just unflattering in every way possible. I'm a young, modern day woman, so therefore I want a dress that will match that and my personality. Although not all of the Topshop/R.Nicoll dresses appeal to me, some do, and that is why I would actually consider wearing one of the dresses on my own wedding day - whenever that should happen to be.
I actually love the idea of the rose coloured dresses, as white isn't normally a colour I wear anyway - I'm far too pale to carry off a white gown well!

I have to say, the very last lace dress in rose, would probably be the dress which I would gravitate to first to try on in store. It's gorgeous and at only £200, how could you say no?

What do you think of the collaboration? Would you considering wearing Topshop on your wedding day? Let me know!

Introducing: Thunder Road

Introducing:

Thunder Road

With a name like Thunder Road, it's hard to find a reason not to love this vintage clothing brand. Much to my delight, I had the very lovely task of interviewing it's owner, Miss Claire Kelly (who also has the same name as my sister funnily enough) and bagging my very own Thunder Road skull studded shirt in black velvet - I know, it sounds like a dream when you say it - so watch out for that style post early next week!
Claire is a fun, friendly and incredibly fashionable lady: so stylish actually, that I felt a little under-dressed when chatting to her yesterday evening! 

1. For those out there unaware of Thunder Road, what is it and when/how did it all begin? 

Thunder road is an american style vintage store selling customized clothing along with hand picked vintage pieces. It all began a long while ago when I started collecting vintage clothing for my own pleasure, then it just grew from there into more of a business than a hobby. My love of America is a huge inspiration for the brand. Their street style is the best, from Texan locals to the super polished Los Angeles party gals.

2. What inspires the creations at Thunder Road?

Mostly LA street style from the 90's til now. Movies and Icons also inspire me, as do rock stars like Axl Rose. People I would love to wear my clothes are 'It girls' such as Atlanta Decadenet and Sky Ferreira.

3. Have you always been interested in vintage fashion & up-cycling unwanted clothes?

Yes, I was always claiming my friend's unwanted clothes and making or styling them into something new. 

4. Where do you shop for your own wardrobe?

Charity shops, H&M, Asos, Online vintage shops. Really I focus more on the item than the shop it is being sold in.

5. Where can those interested buy your garments?

Thunder roads website is up and running and you can access it here -

www.thunderroad.bigcartel.com

6. Where do you see both yourself and Thunder Road in 5 years time?

I hope that Thunder road is popular enough to have a stand alone shop. I aspire to be as successful as Sofia Amoruso, owner of the fabulous Nasty Gal brand. I believe if you're passionate and work hard enough you can achieve success.

7. Summarize Thunder Road in 3 words?

American Roadtrip Apparel ;)

Below are some images of garments sold at Thunder Road. The image to the right of the skull studded shirt is similar to that of my own black velvet version from the brand - which I am insanely excited about recieving. Although advertised in silver and turquoise, Thunder Road also offers the shirt in golden silk, check and of course, black velvet. You just have to drop Thunder Road a tweet or comment on the website and Claire will be happy to help you out!

If you want to follow Thunder Road on twitter, facebook, blog (TIP: a lot of the items are shown here and facebook before the website!) or buy items from the website (currently under a little construction) the links are available below.

What do you think of Thunder Road? Can you see it in the same league as Nasty Gal? I think it definitely has the potential to grow and become hugely popular!

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Resort 2013: Oscar de la Renta

Resort 2013:
Oscar de la Renta

Checks, fine vertical stripes, floral, lace. Royal blues, white, black, yellow, red, emerald, tangerine, gold, grey and baby pink: These are the eye catching details and colours which contribute to creating the spectacular Resort 2013 collection at Oscar de la Renta. Maybe it's this little bout of sunshine that Glasgow seems to be having right now, but this makes two Resort collections which I have blogged about. Can it be that I might take some interest in more Resort wonders for SS'2013? Possibly. Well, if others are as gorgeous as the Chanel and ODLR collections at least.
Classic, monochromatic looks in a pattern that can only be described as: a floral print made up of lots and lots of 'C's. The print was shown through accessories such as shoes and in the clothes shown. High waisted flare trousers, knee-length pencil skirts and cap sleeve tops: some with deep V necklines and added peplum waists. One long sleeved top featured nude material behind it to give the pattern a mesh-like appearance. This look was teamed with a ruffled, layered black skirt and royal blue obi tie belt, finished with chandelier earrings and the same patterned black heels. It gave the classic and elegant ODLR woman a new twist to her regular every day wardrobe.
Lace featured heavily in some of the looks. For example, a cobalt blue silk blouse and pencil skirt formed the base, with a black lace cardigan and skirt layer on top. There were also blue lace dresses with scalloped edges and even a dress made from layers of ruffled blue lace.
Belted waists were a given with the collection and helped create balance throughout the various patterned fabrics and colours.
The finale dresses? Well, those were TDF! I had to pick my jaw back up from the ground after I first laid eyes on some of them. I won't talk in detail about them all, so let's focus on the three shown below. First we have the gorgeous, fish tale emerald green beauty. Featuring a stunning floor length gown in emerald green satin. peplum waist detailing and a constructed, origami bust. It immediately catches your attention and keeps you staring at it for hours. Tight fitting at the top but then flows into a balanced fish tale at the bottom. Che bella! Second we have the tangerine dream in in the middle. A-symmetrical with a belted waist and sexy, cross over, thigh-high slit. I can almost see Beyonce wearing it now at her next red carpet event. Last, but certainly not least, we have the gothic, black lace number to the right. Layers of sheer fabric add texture to this other wise body con, floor length gown. The reason I like it so much? It's effortless elegance with edge. Who would I put in this dress? Charliz Theron probably. She has the killer body and looks required to carry this sort of look off.

What do you think about the Oscar de la Renta Resort 2013 collection? Have any of the pieces sparked particular interest for you?
Photo Credit: www.fashion-style.becomegorgeous.com

Hot Sun, Cool Shades

Summer Shades:

The Hottest Trends In Sunglasses...

I don't know the where-abouts of all of you lovely readers, but here in Glasgow, the weather has gone from April showers, cold winds and snow up on the mountains, to cloudless skies, bright sunshine and above all, temperatures to rival that of South Africa and Spain. Us Scots like to cherish what little sunshine and warmth we get - after all, this week of sunshine is our Summer, so when you see everyone out with sunglasses, maxi dresses and sandals, you tend to feel cheery and light-hearted about life. As well as bringing a smile to my face, this spout of good whether has also inspired my next post: well, that, ASOS and the Summer 2012 issue of H&M Magazine. When you think of the belting sun showing it's face, you automatically think: "Ok, I'm going to need my shades today". If, like me, you have a particular favourite which go with every outfit you own and are the pair which you turn to without thinking, then perhaps this post is just going to be for entertainment purposes. However, those of you thinking that maybe you want a little change of eye-wear for the summer months, then you'll love this post!

Scour the high street stores, designer boutiques and online retailers and what will you find they each have in common? Some seriously funky eye-wear - that's what. This Summer, when it comes to choosing your sunglasses for that relaxing fortnight in the Neapolitan Riviera (or is that just me?) you're going to want to choose something fun and dramatic: after all, those are the new trends. Think along the lines of: Novelty, Retro & Cat Eye and you'll know which looks I'm talking about. There are around six various trends listed in H&M Magazine, however I wanted to show you my favourites.

1. X Burn Out Shades - ASOS

2. Tom Ford Cat Eye Shades - Tom Ford Eyewear

3. Two-Tone Shades - West Seal

4. Eiffel Tower Shades - ASOS

5. Mauricio Stein Shades - ASOS

6. Metal Bridge Shades - ASOS

7. Red Shades - Mango

8. Cocktail Shades - ASOS

9. Frosted Cat Eye Shades - ASOS

10. Cat Eye Half Frame Shades - ASOS

11. Extreme High Brow Cat Eye Shades - ASOS

12. Pineapple Shades - ASOS 

The Novelty sunglasses - pineapple, Eiffel tower & cocktail - are just for some fun and not a pair of shades that I would personally sport, however if that's up your street then by all means go for it. Kudos to you for being brave enough to pull them off: You need bags of confidence to get away with them. I quite fancy a pair of cat eye shades, so I might buy a pair in black or nude. My wardrobe may have a splash more colour in it, however I like my eye wear to be almost like an LBD - elegant, classic and suitable for any situation.

What do you think of these new trends? Which pair out of the twelve do you prefer the most?

Best & Worst: Cannes Film Festival

Best & Worst Dressed:

Cannes Film Festival

As you all know, the Cannes Film Festival kicked off this week and what a joy it's been watching that (slightly large) red carpet! The film festival is one of the most highly anticipated events of the year and it does more than exceed our expectations when it comes to fashion and what the stars wear! Twelve days of fashion, celebrities,  awards and a jury panel containing Scottish actor Ewan McGregor and French designer Jean Paul Gautier: what more could you ask for?

As mentioned above, the fashion at said event really is one to watch, so I thought I would put together a short 'best & worst dressed list'. Want to see? Ok, let's start with the best dressed:

1. Eva Longoria: When it comes to events, the Desperate Housewives star really knows how to dress. The Marchesa pale lilac fish tale dress with ruffled tulle train is without a doubt my favourite, however the black lacey number by Alberta Ferretti below, is a close second.

2. Hofit Golan: If this gold, long sleeved embroidered gown had been on anybody else, it might not have looked as nice, however the Israeli socialite managed to pull it off . Then again, I can't decide if the reason I like it so much, is because maybe anything would be nicer than what she wore to the film festival in 2009: a wardrobe malfunction or a publicity stunt - you decide.

Cannes Film Festival 2012

Cannes Film Festival 2009

3. Ewan McGregor: Ok, so maybe I just have a soft spot for the actor seeing as he's Scottish just like myself, but I really did think he looked mighty dapper on the red carpet in Cannes this week. 

4. Jane Fonda: Dressed in a shell pink Atelier Versace gown, how could she not go into the best dressed list? Oh and the fact that she still manages to look sexy and slim at the age of 74? Uh, hello?! She looked fantastic!

Before I delve into the worst dressed, I want to share with you possibly thee best dressed (and attractive) couple at the event: Chris Pine & Dominique Piek. I don't think I have to justify my decision, do you?

Now onto the Worst Dressed List! First up:

1. Jada Pinkett Smith: Normally I'm all in for futuristic looks, however this petrol blue number with statement shoulders just seemed a little out of wack for the film festival in my opinion. Jada has a great figure, but that flat chest just did nothing for the deep V in the gown.

2.  Lara Stone: Being a Calvin Klein poster girl and wife to comedian David Walliams, I might have expected a little more in terms of fashion sense for the model, however this silver CK number does nothing for her. In fact, it looks like it needs a good press ASAP. Nothing else to say other than, I hate it!

3.  Hao Lei: To promote the film Mystery, Chinese actress Hai Lei turned up to the Cannes photocall area in a printed maxi and peep toe ankle boots - A look which I deemed less than impressive. I think I like it, but then my better judgement jumps in with a "No, Maria. Just, no."

There were two other actors present at the Cannes Film Festival who I considered putting in the Worst Dressed list, however in the end I came up with an entirely different category for them: Cannes Most Comical. Actors Sacha Baron Cohen and Bill Murray each turned up in their own little worlds, with Sacha dressed to promote his new film The Dictator and Bill in a colourful, patterned ensemble. The two were hilarious!

What do you think of the fashion at this weeks Cannes Film Festival? Were there any celebrities which you found particularly memorable that I didn't feature? Let me know in the comments below! 

Photo Credit: Images via www.marieclaire.co.uk

Art At The Heart

For many of this week's submissions, art was the center theme. From DIY projects to festivals, museum exhibits and dramatic runway sets - there are so many ways that art manifests itself in the world of fashion, not just in the clothes we wear. We create it, it moves us, it changes our mood and makes our world a more beautiful and magical place. I loved reading posts about the Costume Institute's new exhibit, Chanel's crystal runway set - and even how to make a glitzy pair of Mui Mui-inspired sunnies.
Edited by Taylor Davies

LINKS À LA MODE: THE IFB WEEKLY ROUND UP: MAY 17TH

• A Casa da Va: 10 Ways to Achieve Bohemian Bliss


• Beauty x Pose: Colorblock Your Shoes


• Bleu06: Sh*t Guys Should Know About Fashion #7


• Bugwear: Royal Mail issues Great British Fashion stamps collection


• Crystal Eyes: White Out


• Dress Code: High Fashion:


• Fashionista's Diary: Crazy for Crystals


• Finely Made: DIY Glitter Mui Mui Catwalk Noir Sunglasses


• Fly Songbird: Orange Lips Love


• Get Fierce Style: The Freedom In Loving Your Body


• Meredith & Gwyneth, the new yorkie: DIY No Sew Feather Dress


• Pink Pineapple: Internship Essentials


• Pret-a-Porter Palm Beach: festival fashions


• Real Girl Glam: How To Wear A Denim Jacket


• Spy Girl: Blog Essentials: Designing a Memorable Business Card


• The Curatorial: Duchamp, Pop Art & The Rodnik Band - Art As Fashion


• This is a Yes: Frieze Art Fair New York


• Toronto Shopaholic Blog: 3 Fun Uses For A Multi-Tasking Barette


• Tse Parfait: Anthropologie Summer '12 Fashin Show


• Votre Garcon: Schiaparelli & Prada: Impossible Conversations

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