Prom Squad, Part 2

Get your strapless push-up bra ready! It's late-April, which means we're in the midst of prom season. Now I'm way too old for prom, but that doesn't mean I can't blog about gorgeous prom-appropriate attire. So here goes...my search for Hollywood's best dresses, and how you can look just as fabulous at your formal! If you like a certain style but aren't sold on the color, make sure to click the link, as most of the dresses I've listed come in several colors. (For my beautiful brides: I'm also including some dresses that would work great for bridesmaids.)

(Left: Natalie Portman in Viktor & Rolf at the 2011 Golden Globes. Right: Pink Gown with Flower, Faviana, $378.)

(Left: Mila Kunis in Vera Wang at the 2011 Golden Globes. Right: 'Night Moves' Dress, Unique Vintage, $238.)

(Left: Christina Aguilera in Zuhair Murad at the 2011 Golden Globes. Right: Black and Nude Intricate Gown, Unique Vintage, $518.)

(Left: Sarah Jessica Parker in 'Sex and the City' movie. Right: One Shoulder Dress with Flower, TIZA, $258.)

(Left: Taylor Swift in Monique L’huillier at the 2010 CMA Awards. Right: Red Gown, Faviana, $258.)

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Prom Squad, Part 1

Get your strapless push-up bra ready! It's late-April, which means we're in the midst of prom season. Now I'm way too old for prom, but that doesn't mean I can't blog about gorgeous prom-appropriate attire. So here goes...my search for Hollywood's best dresses, and how you can look just as fabulous at your formal! If you like a certain style but aren't sold on the color, make sure to click the link, as most of the dresses I've listed come in several colors. (For my beautiful brides: I'm also including some dresses that would work great for bridesmaids.)   

(Left: Selena Gomez in Marchesa at the 2009 Emmy's. Right: Chiffon Sweetheart Evening Dress, Light in the Box, $180.)

(Left: Eva Longoria in Zac Posen at the 2011 Golden Globes. Right: Black Evening Dress, 

Faviana, $398)

(Left: Taylor Swift at the 2010 Songwriter's Hall of Fame. Right: Chiffon Short Cocktail Dress, Light in the Box, $98.)

(Left: Megan Fox in Armani Privé at the 2011 Golden Globes. Right: Pink Gown, Faviana, $378.)

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That's a Wrap!...As in, Chan Luu's Wrap Bracelets

Chan Luu's jewelry is a perfect cocktail of tribal culture, fine leather, semi-precious stones, and a splash of gorgeous color. Her highly coveted pieces have been featured in Marie Claire, Vogue, and Harper's Bazaar, and have attracted a celebrity following including Christina Aguilera, Jennifer Aniston, and Sandra Bullock. With the ability to take your look from 'nitz-to-glitz',  it's no wonder why everyone's going gaga over her wrap bracelets, even Gaga herself! Here are some celebs sporting Chan's bracelets, and I help you get the 'Chan Luu look' on a budget you'll be able to wrap your head around.

(Top left: Lady Gaga layered the Sterling Silver Wrap Bracelet on White Leather, $195, with the Gold Vermeil Wrap Bracelet on White Leather, $220. Top right: Rihanna is wearing the Sterling Silver Wrap Bracelet on Natural Brown Leather, $195. Bottom left: Megan Fox is wearing the Turquoise Wrap Bracelet with Sterling Silver Skulls on Brown Leather, $295. Bottom right: Jennifer Lopez is wearing the Gunmetal Wrap Bracelet with Chain, $295.)

(Top left: Brown Nugget Beaded Leather Wrap Bracelet, Chan Luu at Bluefly, $123. Top right: Nugget Wrap Bracelet in Gold, Stella & Dot, $39. Bottom left: Turquoise and Silver Nugget Leather Wrap Bracelet, Chan Luu at Bluefly, $98. Bottom right: 'Kali' Wrap Bracelet in Turquoise, Alloy, $15.)

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Stay Neutral

I am loving that one of Spring's hottest trends is neutral and wood-based shoes. Not only do they go great with everything, but they allow me to show off my cute pedicure that I try so hard to keep from chipping. Everything from platform wedges, to espadrilles, to cork and wooden heels are a 'go', and I couldn't be more thrilled! We saw them on the runway at Christian Dior, Derek Lam, and Stella McCartney, but now everyone is selling these hot styles! Here are some of the designer styles that I love, with the budget-friendly version that I love even more...

(Left: Ankle Wrap Wedge Pump, Lanvin, $1,280. Right: Ankle Wrap Platform Wedge, 

Jacco Fashion, $49.)

(Left: 'Praia' Platform Espadrilles, Christian Louboutin, $535. Right: 'Island' Shoe in Orange, Promise, $50.)

(Left: 'Tahiti' Ribbon Pump in White, Christian Dior, $1,500+. Right: 'Head Over Heels' in Ivory Lace, Chinese Laundry, $100.)

 (Left: 'Vicky' Wedge Platform Sandal, Ash Footwear, $225. Right: Suede Wide-strap Wedge Sandals, Gap, $90.)

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