The Best of the "Worst Dressed"

Whether it's E's Fashion Police or the Fug Girls (who I love to death) I almost always seem to disagree with who they crown as Worst Dressed. Sometimes I even think they are Best Dressed! It makes me crazy when they love something like Lea Michelle's horrible Golden Globes dress (that honestly looked like it came off the rack at Forever 21) or Jennifer Aniston's jeans and white tee combo that is just "oh, so classic." Vomit. I want to celebrate the creative ones, that ones who not only appreciate fashion but dress for themselves in something they think is cool, regardless of what the average person in Iowa thinks. Regardless of what their date thinks, see Man Repeller. Because isn't that what fashion is about-expressing yourself? Girl power!

Emily

Chloe

Annette

Zoe

Alexa

Iman

Heidi

Diane

MK and Ashley

Isabel

Elizabeth

Anne

Leighton

Kate

*Photos via gofugyourself, eonline, and cocoperez*

The NY Life: Of an Intern

You know how sometimes, you just have a DAY? Yup, that was me last week. I started back to school which means 8 AM classes every day and work until 8 PM. Ugh. Wednesday I had class from 8-9:15 and I had a phone interview with a designer for FN at 9:45. Should be enough time to get from my school in downtown Brooklyn to midtown east but the trains did not work in my favor. I got out at 42nd street at 9:43.

Obviously, I panicked and since I still have this stupid boot on, I can't run and the office is a good 10 minute walk for a normal person. So, I looked around for a Starbucks (it's midtown-there should be a million!) so I could sit and write since I'm obviously not planning on recording it anymore. Of course, I found the one Starbucks that doesn't have seating! I was running around as quick as I could because I don't want to be late for my call!

Where did I sit? On the floor in Grand Central. Gross. And I had a birthday party at night so I'm wearing a fancy red dress that is now covered in dust and crap from the floor. I called the designer (a legwear CEO) and she didn't answer! I leave a message and wait on the floor for a little. A cop comes over and says that I can't sit there. Seriously?!?! Do you see what a mess I am? I get up and start to walk to the office holding my pen (Hello Kitty-all I had in my bag) and my notebook just in case she calls and I'm all tangled in my necklace so I pull on it to get it right and it BREAKS.

OK, no big deal it's from H&M, but the beads go all in my bra and down my dress. I'm in front of Grand Central with beads falling out of the bottom of my dress. I'm trying to get them all out and hustle to the office. Then, a woman stops me in front of the office to tell me that my dress is up in the back. I had just flashed 3rd Avenue for 15 minutes.

I'll spare the rest of the details, other than to say that I'm sure my co-workers thought I was nuts. The first time I went to the bathroom, beads came flying out of the stall.

I'll try to blog more so we can laugh, instead of me crying, at my crazy days!

I'm Back/Emmy Awards 2010

I'm so sorry I haven't been blogging! I have emails from you guys being like, where did you go? My life just got so busy that the posts I did write felt forced and lame. I suck. The good news is that there are good things happening! The up-and-down family stuff is currently swinging up, and I have an awesome internship! It's with Footwear News, a Conde Nast trade publication, and I'm having a blast. They are letting me work on so many projects and I'm learning a ton. Everyone is crazy nice and helpful. It's a great work environment and I'm thankful to be there. I'm working on the legwear issue so stay tuned!

What better way to start blogging again than a Red Carpet?! I'm a bit obsessed with them. Here are my favorite looks. Am I missing anyone that you loved? What do you think of my choices?

Betty White! 88 has never looked so good.

I usually hate white on the red carpet but Rose Bryne looks like a goddess in Gucci.

I LOVE Jayma Mays hair and navy Burberry dress.

January Jones might be the DULLEST person on TV (and on my favorite show) but she is the best dressed person, maybe ever. I'm obsessed with everything about the Versace dress and undone hair.

Best dressed Glee!! This Carolina Herrera dress is beautiful. Lace is so fashion forward.

Tami Taylor, aka Connie Britton, UNFORTUNATELY lost the Emmy but she won in Burberry.

E!'s Fashion Police could not be more wrong picking Anna Paquin as worst dressed. What are they thinking? This McQueen dress is fab and she looks amazing in it. And of course, Vampire Bill looks handsome as ever.

I love The Good Wife and this picture just makes me happy. Go Archie Panjabi!

I'm not a sequin girl but Heather Morris in Ina Soltani is probably my best dressed pick. The black sash makes it perfect! And the hair and make-up: sigh. Love.

Is there anything Zac Posen does that I don't like? Christina Hendricks kills it again. The cut on this is ridiculous. In a good way. I know the sleeves are a little weird but I forgive her for such a perfect fit.

Poor Elizabeth Moss. No matter how fierce her dress is, and this Donna Karen is, her Peggy Olsen hair follows her everywhere.

LOVE this couple and Emily Blunt's Dior dress.

This makes me happy for two reasons: 1. Vintage lace from the Way We Wore. Awesome. 2. Maura Tienry is kicking cancer's ass.

*Pictures via justjared.com and instyle.com*

When Life Throws You Curveballs

"You don't develop courage by being happy in your relationships everyday. You develop it by surviving difficult times and challenging adversity." -Epicurious

It's hard for me to talk about things.

Sometimes I want to talk.

Sometimes I don't.

I can't let difficulties keep me from living.

I can't let sad situations keep me from doing things I love.

Family isn't always fun.

It definitely isn't easy.

Sometimes it seems impossible.

Happiness is:

Seeing others' joy.

A good night's sleep.

Knowing you're doing the absolute best you can.

Tie-Dye: Do or Don't?

I get on these weird obsessive kicks about things. Like, for example, I wanted dark jeggings and it's all I could see. I went to Zara before work, Forever 21 at 10 PM after work. Must. Find. Them. Sometimes I find the perfect thing, but usually I either settle or the obsession weans. Right now, I'm wanting everything tie-dye.

Nicky Hilton is a Gypsy Zipper Skirt: On Sale!

Kate Bosworth loves her tie-dye!

I love this dress. It really suits her.

Fancy tie-dye? Jessica Biel in Oscar de la Renta

The colors of this Lotta Stensson tank feel new.

I'd buy this under $20 Forever 21 top to try the trend without spending a whole paycheck.

These Charley 5.0 Skinny Leggings are everywhere. I think Ri pulls them off!

Are you as big of a tie-dye fan? Or should it stay at the beach?

*Jessica and Kate pics via Justjared.com*

Beauty Round-Up

I'm definitely not a beauty buff. My hair is usually a mess (except I just got it done-pictures to come!) and I wear the same make-up every day. If I go out, I put a little brown eye-liner on. Exciting! Not. As clueless as I am, I love products, which I know I get from my mother. When I went to visit her last month, I played in the drawers and drawers of lotions and potions and hair products and every bit make-up imaginable. Most of the products I love, I've gotten from her as presents. Here are some of my favorites. What do you girls/guys use?

Neutrogena Acne Stress Control Gel

I don't even have acne and I love this stuff. I don't know what it is but it makes my skin so smooth!

Serious Skin Care Glycolic Cleanser

If I am having any breakouts, this clears my skin SO quickly.

Ole Henriksen On the Go Cleanser

This is my every-day cleanser. It makes me feel clean without drying my skin out.

Ojon Rub-Out Dry Cleanser

This is the best dry shampoo! You have to literally rub it on your head for a few minutes and you will have serious volume.

Neutrogena T-Sal Shampoo

With all the products I use, I love the feel like my scalp is super clean.

Sephora Lash and Eyebrow Mascara

They only make this in Clear now! So sad. Anastasia has one but it's much more expensive :(

Sephora Light Touch Highlighter

This is a pretty good version of YSL's Touche Eclat.

Nivea Chapstick

It smells delish, has SPF, and a decent amount of color. What more could you ask for?

Biolage Hydrating Balm

My hair needs all the hydrating it can get.

CoverGirl Lash Blast

The only drugstore make-up I use is mascara. This one is great!

Pantene Frizz to Smooth Conditioner

It does its best for under $5.00 to tame my hair!

L'Oreal Elnett Satin Hairspray

I've expressed my love.

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer

This is perfect for summer and makes my skin feel amazing!

bareMinerals Warm Radiance

I love the all-over natural glow.

"that gal": Benefit Brightening Primer

I don't know if it does anything but I love the way it smells and maybe it keeps my make-up on longer?

Tarte Cheek Stain in Sheer Berry Rose

I've had this FOREVER. It lasts so long! I take it with me and use it on cheeks and lips in a pinch.