Met Gala 2012

Rachel Zoe in Rachel Zoe

I don't normally post on celebrity events. There are so many people out there doing it much, much better than myself. 

But I was insanely inspired by the colour and beauty of these gowns—I love the union of fashion and art and wanted to share 

with those of you who might've missed the coverage of the Met Gala. 

Anna Wintour wearing Prada

Jessica Alba in Michael Kors

Eva Mendes in Prada

Caroline Trentini in custom Theyskens by Theory

Ivanka Trump in Peter Pilotto

Cutest Couple EVER? Jessica Biel in Prada & Justin Timberlake 

Emily Blunt in Calvin Klein & John Krasinski

Amy Fine Collins in Alice + Olivia

Cameron Diaz in Stella McCartney

Giovanna Battaglia

Emma Stone in Escada

Diane Kruger in Prada

Sofia Vergara in Marchesa

Milla Jovovich in Prada

Hailee Steinfeld in Miu Miu

Victoria Justice in McQ by Alexander McQueen

Alexis Bryan Morgan

Renee Zellweger in Emilio Pucci

This post isn't about running out and buying designer gowns (for those who can afford it), but to inspire and encourage readers to examine the images, study the photos to see how they can inspire and be interpreted in your daily wardrobe. 

Florals, Brocade, Metallic, Vintage Style, the trends here (and on runway) easily translate to everyday clothing and likely to items that are already in your wardrobe!

1. Do you have a favourite gown?

2. What DREAM Designer would you wear if you were going to the MET BALL and $$$ were no object?

3. Do any of these looks inspire you in your daily wardrobe?

My answers:

1. I love Rachel Zoe's fringe vintage-inspired (1st photo)

2. Lanvin, Marchesa or Alexander McQueen.

3. The second to last photo has inspired me to look for a vintage-inspired floral wrap with a light background.

All photos by Getty Image.
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Be Bold. Stay Solid. In Bold, Solid Color Dresses!

Wearing a bold solid color 

can be as striking as wearing

an allover print.

Photo: Comfort In Style

A few rules for wearing brights:

1. Select a color that suits your skin tone.

Liv Tyler in Calvin Klein. Photo: FabSugar

Catherine Malandrino. Photo: Coquette

Cate Blanchett in Armani. Photo: Style Guru

Rule Number Two:

2. Select shoes and accessories that balance the colour 

(and style) of the dress.

Emma Stone & Claire Danes both in Calvin Klein. Photo: LA Times

Perfectly poised with a simple metallic clutch. Or clutch-less, with a bold cuff.

Or let the dress —and the body— speak for itself.

Photo: Style Tips 101

Love the necklace and somehow the red shoes even work?!

Rule Number Three:

3. Spend more money on bold colors. 

Look for quality!

A hot pink or bright green dress from a discount store 

sadly might look 

like just that. 

But a similar dress in a fine fabric like silk, cashmere or wool makes all the difference. 

In the case of how to wear bold colour...

quality may the most important rule of all.

Jenny Packham. Photo: Lovely Baljeet 

Pippa Middleton. Photo: Style Scoop

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Tip of the Day: Fake the Body You Want!

Wishing you had a little more 

va-va in your va-va-voom? 

Not everyone is blessed with a great rack or a J-Lo-esque bootie.

Photo: Top Luxury Shoes Blog

This is when a little ruffle, gather or detailing can go a long way to help you create the shape you want. 

 Amanda Uprichard Ruffle Top. Photo: ThisNext Blog

Flamenco Style Maxi at A Little Black Dress Shop on ebay

The great thing about this tip 

is it also works in reverse. 

A well-placed embellishment can disguise figure flaws, drawing the eye away or strategically masking "problem" areas. 

Amanda Wakeley at Net-a-Porter

Shabby Apple gets it right with Carnival, $93US

And contrary to some of the information out there, you don't always need to don black if curvy.

An all-over pattern is great at confusing the eye, not giving it any one place to land which can benefit a variety of body types.

ModCloth's Steal the Game Show Dress, $73US

Animal Print Wrap Style at A Little Black Dress Shop on ebay, $40

Oasis Palm Print Dress, $115

What to accentuate or where to distract. 

Something to consider when buying your next dress. 

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Celebrity Style Sienna Miller Vintage Vixen

Because it ordinarily takes a team of professionals 

helping celebrities look as amazing as they do, 

I find the personal every day style much more interesting.

Here's Sienna Miller out in London 

looking stunning in a vintage dress.

Photo: StyleSpot, Sienna Miller wearing vintage 

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Instant Celebrity Style

Pair aviator sunglasses with the 
dress of your choice and turn ho-hum into HOT! 

Jen Aniston rockin' it out in Avi's

Ms. Walsh stylish in her sunnies

Mama Joie-Pitt workin' the look

A classic look that never fails.

RayBans rock but Urban Boundaries is the new go-to for Avi's.


Check out their hip offerings and even hipper discount at www.urbanboundaries.com

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