GRAMMYS!!

Fashion. Fashion. And more fashion.

The Grammys have come and gone but I'm still thinking about the fashion. This awards show is one where fashion meets entertainment and you never know what you're going to see on the red carpet.

Taylor Swift in Gucci Premiere

I was actually a fan of this short-sleeve, gold lame gown. Lame isn't usually a part of my vocabulary but the crystal mesh overlay and gemstone neckline do something for me.

Ciara in Emilio Pucci

Pregnancy glam! Ciara is absolutely glowing in this long-sleeved, gold-coated gown. Pregnancy looks good on her!

Alicia Keys in Armani Prive

I might be bias, with blue being my favorite color and all, but there is something different about this custom indigo blue, silk jersey gown.

Gloria Estefan in Memeka by Gustavo Cadile

Where's the Miami Sound Machine?! Gloria doesn't need any backup in this gown. While the gown itself is a classic silhouette in scarlet silk, the chantilly lace cape adds a beautiful sense of demure.

Iggy Azalea in Elie Saab

White was not a color common on the red carpet but Iggy wore it well in this sleeveless, sequin gown with sheer embellished neckline.

Nancy O'Dell

Usually I'm not a fan of Nancy O'Dell's looks on the red carpet but this look works for me. I'm definitely a fan of her in this long-sleeved, printed sequin mini.

Tamar Braxton

Fire! Tamar is hot in this form-fitting, strapless, red mermaid gown!

Keltie Knight

There have been many different takes on goddess-inspired gowns on the red carpet this year and I have loved them all. This long-sleeved white gown with plunging neckline is no exception.

Amber Rose

Post-baby bod perfection. This gown hugs Mrs. Wiz Khalifa's curves in all the right places. She looks gorgeous!

Beyonce Knowles
This is a look I think I may have expected at the Met Gala on someone else, but of course Bey pulls it off here! Beautiful!

SAG Awards Best Dressed

Lupita Nyong'o in Gucci

Third times' a charm! Looking stunning in a gold and turquoise gown with embroidered straps.

Amy Adams in Antonio Berardi

I love this shade of blue on Amy Adams. Even better is the illusion dress with embellished belt.

Camila Alves in Donna Karan Atelier

Camila looks amazing in this mustard yellow strapless gown. The sweetheart neckline and draping add a special touch and flatters her figure.

Jennifer Garner in Max Mara

Loving this navy, silk bustier gown in Mrs. Ben Affleck. The accent of the love the gunmetal belt adds a slightly edgy touch. Love it!

Oprah Winfrey in Badgley Mischka

Oprah looks beautiful long-sleeved, form-fitting, lilac gown with accompanying brooch.

Hannah Simone in Marchesa

Hanna looks angelic in this pale gray gown with floral applique neckline.

Elisabeth Rohm in Marchesa

I love the femininity of this nude and white gown. The detailing definitely kicks it up a notch.

Alex Hudgens

Alex went of the basic black gown but the detailing of the bodice and the off-the-shoulder neckline set it apart.

Aubrey Anderson-Emmons in Emily Meyer for Tea Collection

Aubrey looks adorable in this two-tone, iridescent satin, orchid-colored dress. This is how little girls should dress.

Catrice Van Houten

You can never go wrong with a black tea-length dress. The pockets, clutch and floral print pumps make a little more special.

Gretchen Mol

There is something different about this gown that makes me like it. Maybe it's the mesh see-through bodice or the simple wrap in the front. One thing it's not, unfortunately, is the shoes. Sorry Gretchen, they gotta go!

Rita Wilson

Ms. Wilson looks ageless in this unconventional crinkled aluminum gown.

Melissa Rauch in Rubin Singer

Another example of a twist on the classic black gown. The detailing and embossed leather belt add a little edginess.

Malin Akerman in Naeem Khan

This black and nude gown is made complete by the deco-beading.

Tina Fey in Oscar de la Renta

Appears as if black was the "it" color on the red carpet. Tina looks great in this black, crepe, cowl-neck gown. Let's not forget her mini-me Alice who coordinated with her mom in a dress with a black lace overlay bodice and pleated white skirt. Cute!

Adepero Oduye

Adepero looks radiant in this yellow strapless gown with pockets.

Kelly Osbourne in Zac Posen

Sporting one of my favorite designers, Kelly looks great in this dark lilac, capped sleeve gown with ribbed texture.

Maria Menounos in Rani Zakhem

Love this Grecian-inspired powder pink chiffon gown. The lace cut-outs and criss-cross bands add a modern touch.

Diana Madison

I'm not usually a fan of dresses with straps, but the embellishment and flare of this form-fitting black mermaid gown make up for it all.

Golden Globe Faves

I LOVE awards season!! I could really care less about who wins what honestly. What I want to see is the FASHION!! I love seeing the celebrities transform themselves, and push the envelope in some cases. Last night were the Golden Globes and the stars were out! Here are my faves from the night.

Lupita Nyong'o in Ralph Lauren

Lupita looks AMAZING! For her first red carpet appearance she stuns in this red silk dress courtesy of Ralph Lauren.

Angela Bassett in Ines DiSanto
Ms. Bassett was absolutely stunning in this cleavage baring, black, sequin-embellished gown. I pray I look half as good as she does when I'm her age!

Margot Robbie in Gucci

Margot brought winter to the red carpet in this custom-designed, cream, silk crepe, crystal and emerald-embroidered gown.

Cate Blanchett in Armani Prive

You can never go wrong with classic black, but I LOVE when celebrities take it to another level. I love Cate's choice of in the lace and tulle dress.

Reese Witherspoon in Calvin Klein

Reese kept it chic yet comfy in this custom-designed silk crepe, T-back dress.

Emma Roberts in Lanvin

Loving this sleeveless, black, matte, stretch dress with mermaid hem. Her accompanying turquoise jewelry adds the perfect pop of color!

Olivia Wilde in Gucci Premiere

This is how you dress a baby bump! Olivia is glowing in this emerald green, silk, long-sleeved gown embroidered with metallic and emerald crystals.

Kate Beckinsale in Zuhair Murad

Kate is one of my favorites to look for on the red carpet and this dress captured ALL elements that I love in a gown: sweetheart neckline, mermaid hem, gunmetal and metallic!

Camila Alves in Dolce & Gabbana
Love the simplicity of this gown yet the elegance of the sequins.

Monica Potter in Romona Keveza
Romona Keveza is by far one of my favorite gown designers, and here's just one reason why.

Kelley Osbourne in Escada
Kelley Osbourne has really matured in front of our eyes and this is just one example. Bella!

Sofia Vergara in Zac Posen
Sofia went overboard, in a good way, with this ensemble. Channeling the same color scheme as Emma Roberts, I'm loving the full skirt and sweetheart neckline.

Miss Golden Globes, Sosie Bacon

Lastly, Sosie Bacon. She has grown-up since her days on The Closer and beautiful she is. Loving her in this sleeveless white and cream lace bodice gown

The men also showcased themselves at the 2014 Golden Globes. You can never go wrong with a black tuxedo, but a lot of our gents took it a step further and brought color to the red carpet. Take a look at some of my faves.

Usher Raymond in Calvin Klein

I'm very much a fan of Usher's oxblood wool tuxedo, especially paired with the black-on-black shirt and bow tie.

Seth Meyers in Valentino

Seth Meyers wore my favorite color well as he look handsome in this navy silk wool tuxedo.

Matthew McConaughey

There's something about Matthew's emerald green velvet jacket that screams money! The combination of that and the matching vest...distinguished.

Bradley Cooper

You can't go wrong with the "basic" black tuxedo and Bradley Cooper wore it well; as he does most things.

Idris Elba in Gucci

And the best for last. No words needed. Wish he had worn a bow tie...

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Thrift Store Finds

Let's admit it. A lot of us don't have the energy to sift through the racks at our local thrift stores; this takes a whole new level of patience! However, thrift stores can be some of the best places to find unique and vintage fashion. Lately, I have found some awesome and practical pieces at my local thrift stores. Here I will occasionally share some of my best finds.

GAP Women's navy blue wool pea coat for $5.99 + 50% off!

Châtelaine Privée coat for $14.99 

Vintage B.J. Keats blazer for $3.99 + 50% off!

Check your local Salvation Army for finds. The Châtelaine Privée coat was found on a random shopping trip; after multiple laps around the store. The key is to go with your eyes and mind WIDE open! If you go in search of a particular item, chances are you aren't going to find it; that's what the department stores are for. But if you are looking for unique or surprising items to add to your wardrobe then the store is it. 

Live in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area? Visit B Thrifty in Woodbridge, VA; my pea coat and blazer were found there. Make sure to become a BIP Member (B Thrifty Important Person) to earn substantial savings on select days. Are you a Foursquare member? Check-in on Saturdays and automatically receive 50% off your entire purchase just buy showing the staff your check-in at checkout!

Stay tuned for more finds!

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