Showing posts with label dresses. Show all posts
Showing posts with label dresses. Show all posts

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

Fashion is a Wonderland

I saw "Alice in Wonderland" on Sunday and I noticed the costumes more than anything else. OK, maybe not more than Johnny Depp, but come on! The outfits are amazing and so creative. I recommend the movie for many reasons, most of which being the ensembles. Surprisingly, Alice's outfits are actually quite wearable in the real world. In fact, the story and the concept of a Wonderland has inspired a new line by Sue Wong... but I'm getting ahead of myself. Here are some clips from the movie.


Alice In Wonderland 1
Image from here.


The costumes were done my Colleen Atwood. Yes, the same Colleen Atwood that did "Sweeney Todd" and "Chicago". The costumes for "Alice in Wonderland" match the feel of the movie to a tea... a mad-hatting tea party to be precise.


Alice In Wonderland 2
Image from here.


Alice In Wonderland 3
Image from here.


In a magazine over the weekend I came across a "Sue Wong for Walt Disney" ad. Having not seen the movie, I figured that it was just like what I would find in the movie. Au contraire! Sue Wong must have gotten her inspiration from the book and other movies because her line and the costumes are very different. The Sue Wong dresses are sweet, extremely feminine, and understated. The movie costumes are bold, uber creative, and quite unique. Here are a few examples that I love. To see more, check out her website!


Sue Wong 2
Feathered Cocktail Dress


Sue Wong 1
Beaded Lace Dress


Sue Wong 4
Feathered Deco Cocktail Dress


Thanks for reading and I would love to hear what you think of the costumes and the Sue Wong line.


Love,
jenna

Thursday, January 28, 2010

Victoria Beckham - A little bit of 80's

I've been avoiding Victoria Beckham's fashion line for a while now. I'm not sure why... maybe because I refused to acknowledge that she was really a celebrity anymore, maybe because I was jealous because she has David and I have... nevermind, or maybe she has simply stayed under my radar. That is, until now. Let's face it, she truly is back. Not because of her husband or long-lasting fame from her Posh Spice days. She has become someone different all together and she really is fabulous. Did anyone see the America Idol that she guest hosted (or am I showing too much of my nerdy side)? But anyway, this is a fashion blog, not Us Weekly. Here are a few dress samples from her most recent line.


Beckham 1


Beckham 2


Beckham 3


Beckham 4


Beckham 5


They all seen to hark back to the days of the 80's with strong shoulders and geometric lines. They are sexy, form fitting, and sometimes a bit provocative, but what else would you expect from Posh?
For more, visit the website.

Friday, November 27, 2009

Sea Glass Dreaming

The weather keeps getting colder and the more layers I put on, the more I wish it were July and I was strolling on the beach. Sitting in this coffee shop with the heat turned up too high, I can almost imagine the rays of sun on my back and the sand beneath my toes. But sadly, it is still winter (is it winter yet?). To try to stay in my summer fantasy a little longer, here are some sea glass inspirations. Maybe they will help you pretend with me.


Sea Glass
Photo from here.


Blue Dress
Cuffed Satin Dress.


Earrings
Annie Hammer Earrings.


Shoes
Gucci Drew Patent Leather Sandals.
Christian Louboutin Lady Claude Peep-Toe Pumps.


Bag
G-Bag Easy Sacca Grande.