Style Diaries : OSCAR Red Carpet

A Gap must be for a purpose. That is what I feel for my Blogging activeness. Though it may sound an excuse for not posting a single post in a month!! Still, I don't have any regrets as this gap was for my precious time with family, as a doting mother. A Blogger took a backseat for a Mother, I would say. And I hope my readers know what family time actually means :-). So, here I am with some of the finest memories of OSCAR Award Ceremony that was held sometime ago.

Every Occasion has its own charm and OSCAR Red carpet has been remaining to be at it's excellence with each passing years, getting better of course. This time around, some classic silhouette and style were adapted by these celebrities that you probably don't want to miss at all. Take a Glimpse these are my favorite picks.

Bling Factor

There was a lot of Bling moment in latest OSCAR Red Carpet. Most of them were in nude shades and earthy, jewel tones. 

Angelina Jolie

Kate Blanchet in Floral Applique sequined sheer dress

Sally Hawkins

Jenna Dewan in Reem Acra

Emma Watson in Mettalic Black separates

Also, does aging means no fun? Not At all. What an example of wearing Emerald, a hit Jewel tone. Sheer Metallic, Bling and sequins with Appliqués and embellishments whatever you like. Take a chance. Bling is here to stay. Lessons learnt: Shine in your own Bling. :-)

June Squibb in Sequinned Emerald Dress

Black and White Classic

Have you read this post? I think these celebrities have read my post and wore accordingly (Just kidding)! Black and White are a cult classic and can be repeated year after year.

Meryl Streep

Anne Hathaway in Prada

Olivia Wilde

Black and White are combination best suited for almost any occasion, from party to office. Channel your inner vixen and mesmerize the world by your Black magic, that's what this OSCAR Red carpet was screaming.

Nude and Blush Babble

While we may feel brighter in color and love to explore, Nude and blush shades make us look somber and calm within. Best part of Nude shade is, you can find every shade of nude as per our complexion. 

Portia De Rossi

Lupita Nyong in Prada

Naomi Watts in Calvein Klein

Kate Hudson

Penelope Cruz

Nude is completely not Racist. There's no any restriction for use of Powder Blue, Blush Pink. These are certainly flattering to every woman of this world and OSCAR 2014 has proved it :-). Yes, Lupita, You've said " No matter where you are from, your dreams are valid !" Respect to you.

I am on serious envy mode (Clothes you see :-), Still we can manage with the hint of styling these shades and colors in our stride. What do you like the most in latest OSCAR event ?

Pantone Color of year 2014 : Royal Orchid

Pantone Color is back again! Pantone Inc.’s color of the year for 2014 is 'Radiant Orchid', succeeding 2013′s color Emerald. Royal Orchid has Pink hue in Purple accent. 

Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute Leatrice Eiseman has made the color decision for the past 13 years. She said in a statement that the color of 2014 is “an invitation to innovation” that “encourages expanded creativity and originality.” She also claims it’s a color that Michelle Obama often wears and notes designers like Max Mara, Marc Jacobs, Salvatore Ferragamo, Ermengildo Zegnahave have been incorporating orchid hues into their collections in the past year.

Eiseman explains. "It's an invitation to innovation. The purple family offers (an) opportunity to do creative things."

Pantone officials have picked “radiant orchid” based on extensive interviews with industrial and fashion designers worldwide about what color they plan to use in upcoming seasons as well as sales of “color swatches,” according to the Wall Street .Journal

Like emerald, which was last year’s color of the year, this saturated hue is a rich jewel tone, but that doesn’t mean it’s only for fall and winter weddings. If you love bright colors then pair radiant orchid with teal or go simple and combine it with white for a fresh spring or summer palette!

Pantone sets color standards for commercial use by design industries. Pantone's pick for color of the year will certainly have a strong presence in fashion, beauty, home design and consumer products.

The color is very relevant for spring, but I think even going into next fall it can be very pretty. In ready-to-wear, Royal orchid color mixes beautifully with other tones like chocolate browns, and burgundy or Bordeaux makes for a deeper, richer tonal story.

As the experts predict, it will translate just as well into lip color and eye shadow, and in home furnishings. I would love it in velvet. It will certainly look so luxurious.

Experts believe all designers want everyone to have fun with their clothes and to enjoy what they are wearing, but there still needs to be a bit of practicality. Colors talk to the idea of optimism in fashion. The three most popular colors for spring 2014 are Dazzling Blue (the main blue shade featured on Facebook), Violet Tulip and Radiant Orchid. Rounding out the list, Celosia Orange, Freesia, Cayenne, Placid Blue, Paloma, Sand and Hemlock.

I think we will see purple furniture, pink poufs, fuchsia bedding frequently this year and perhaps Radiant Orchid gowns at this year's Oscars.

Jessica Pare in Royal Orchid colored Dress

So if there was ever a perfect time to buy orchids or sport the color, it is for this new year. personally I feel Royal Orchid is refreshing hue for home decor and interiors. Just paint a bland wall or dedicate a area rug for it, stairs or whatever space you have; Royal orchid is inviting and cosy. 

Image via : House Beautiful

By the way I wish all you readers and non readers a very happy new year 2014 ahead that will bring sense of prosperity and refreshing comparing to the past ones. Love, care, be happy.....and shine in your own inner light. :-)

Party with your Hair : Cannes Hairstyle perfect for wedding

Thought disappeared from blogosphere! Was away for some meaningful reasons. Back here to share some details from the Cannes Film Festival 2013, which has captured attention of almost everyone in recent days.

Well, this years' Cannes Film Fest came to an end on May 27, 2013; I am here to re-explore the look and hairstyles of the style maven celebrities which can be easily adapted to almost any wedding season of summer. Look at these not so difficult hairstyles that can transform a simplest of gown and sari to a Red carpet worthy look. Lets' explore, who knows one of the styles may be useful to you !!

# Make the Ponytail sophistication

A ponytail is always a safe and best option for summer season. Enhancing this style to a nice chignon will tie your hair neatly for whole day at any special occasion. Avoid to look too severe.

Bonus point : You don't need to clear unwanted hair from your face and forehead time to time.

Eva Longoria

Eva Longoria

Uma Thurman

Uma Thurman

# Let the hair Jeweled up!

Jwellery aren't for skin only, hair can get it's benefit too. These can be used as clips and pins or a headpiece and hair band. Can be used in Chignon, updo, half updo or just any kind of formal worthy hair. Opt for some beautiful headpieces and clips, you are done. Stay minimalist in other jwellery or flow with the tone of your headpiece/clip.

Frieda Pinto

Jessica Chastain

Jessica Chastain

     

Katie Chang

Katie Chang

Nicole Kidman

Nicole Kidman

# Explore with Side parted and pouffed Braids

I say 'Explore' with Braids because this is one of the most popular, neat looking and beautiful hairstyle of all time with many options available. What kind of braid you prefer is your decision while Fishtail and Side parting Braided hair gives most romantic look of all.

Olivia Palermo

Caryl Steel

# Messy updos with Braids

Think messy is 'Messy' in real !! Think again. This one has created wave in Hollywood red carpet events giving us much examples on how these can be turned out to creat elegance in real weddings and other occasions.

Updos are always popular for formal events, you just need to explore with new trend like messy updos. Another one is braid your hair, roll up and give a look of an updo. Simple!!

Cheryl Cole

Cheryl Cole

Fan Bing Bing

Fan Bing Bing

Rosario Dawson

Carrie Mulligan

Carrie Mulligan

Why emphasis on red carpet style?? Well, we can see ample examples for how a dress and style should be worn to enhance overall features of a personality rather than looking just beautiful. And examples are always best option as we don't have to get ourselves into it to check right !!

Celebrate feminity with Floral Applique

We have just celebrated International Women's' Day on 8th of March though I am still not agreed with the idea of dedicating a ONLY a single day in a whole year of 365 days!! The dedication of the celebration demands implementation and still a matter of debate worldwide. The feminine side of women also comprises of inner power, mental strength and endurance. Actually this post is so small sphere to cover what women really are. 

However staying in the positive vibes of the Women's day (what this Blog is all about), Let's celebrate our womanhood through Floral Appliqués trend that has appealed to me and I am enthusiastic about its use in our daily lives. While floral trend is still a huge rage in fashion and interior; Floral Appliqués is a technique that decorates an item with Floral patchwork or accessories. These appliqués can be used to enhance anything you desire! You can apply these pieces by sewing, Velcro or gluing. It can be used to embellish purses, revamp an old or plain T-shirt/dress by appliquéing your own floral designs onto it. How to use Floral Appliqués trend? Just scroll down :-).

Floral Appliqués in Bridal Wear:

Bridal and Bridesmaid dresses and gowns are always there to grab the limelight. A hint of floral appliqués and it's ready to steal the show. Big, Bold ones or very small delicate floral appliqués, almost every pattern of floral appliqué is attractive in Bridal wear. Appliques in same color and fabric as of the gown gives delicate and ethreal look.

Going Traditional; Use Floral appliques in sarees and Lehengas:

As far as our very own eastern wear is concerned, floral appliqué will only enhance it's attractiveness and feminine vibes which are these popular for. Designs of appliqués can be chosen in a wide range. 

Gowns and dresses love floral appliqué:

Look at the red carpet appearance in past and present ! Some finest examples of floral appliqués are found in UK and USA. Using it in various seasons in all summery dresses is what I've liked the most. Go for contrasting floral appliques in gowns and dresses to make some statement or choose same colored one if you are in demure mood.

Use Floral appliqué to enhance an old sweater, T-shirt, Tops and even dresses:

Give your old outfit a facelift with floral applique. As said earlier in this post, you can go creative and design for yourself and decide what works best for your top and sweaters. 

Inspirations are many.

Floral Appliqués in Accessories:

I loved the sweet and girly look of these accessories that are easy but not overdone with floral appliqué. Spring and summer seasons are the best to use it in accessories. 

Home Decor with Floral Appliqués:

Sky is the limit for home decor ideas and can't be restricted in right and wrong way. Give your home decor a 3D touch of floral appliqués that is simple yet statement making via Bed Linen, Cushion and pillow cases and covers, table liners and what not!! Just explore yourself, channelize your own creativity and be Designer for your home by yourself. This time, I am saying this to myself :-).

I love the 3D look that Floral appliqué has to offer. However it depends upon our own idea whether to use it in home decor or dresses. Is floral appliqué way too feminine to give a try for you or how you would like to use it in your life? Blogosphere is one of the best place to share.