Tragic Trifecta

1. Why didn't I do an Oscar post?  I didn't think it was worth the effort.  Besides, everybody else did so I just thought, "What's one more post based on one person's opinion?"  Sure, it would have been MY opinion and, therefore, the correct one, but I'm not concerned so much about judging what others are wearing.  I do wish that I could do damage control and style those starlets properly (and, of course, outfit them in my dresses).

Galliano with an evil looking smirk

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2. Why didn't I weigh in on the Galliano meltdown?  Same reason.  What else can I possibly say that hasn't been said already?  Though I am curious what will happen at the close of the Dior show in Paris this afternoon.  Will they announce JG's successor?   Honestly, I don't even think I'm going to be that excited to hear the news unless the higher ups at Dior want to offer me the position!  At any rate, they'd better do it soon so that Style.com can update their "about the designer" information as it still shows a photo of Galliano who they describe as having a muscle-bound physique and runway swagger.  They left out the part about his foul mouth and his love for Hitler.
 

who knew this kid would grow up to be such a dipshit

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3. And finally, there's the Charlie Sheen situation.  I decided to pretty much ignore his "bizarro world" and his uber-narcissistic behavior because I just don't care.  I wish the media didn't give it so much attention.  He's an unattractive, mildly talented actor with a bloated sense of self-entitlement.  Oh, wait, I guess I just weighed in, didn't I?

Black Swan Evening

I've been hearing good things about this film for song long now (even before Ms. Portman started collecting awards for her performance), and I finally got to see it last night.  I admit, I was kind of "off the bandwagon" for a bit after Portman's acceptance speech upon receiving the Golden Globe for Best Actress.  She is such a talented actor -- I've always been a fan of her work and have always appreciated that she tends to fly under the radar unlike most Hollywood starlets.  Unfortunately, her "Golden moment," or prenatal, hormonal, turrets-like outburst exclaiming, "He TOTALLY wants to sleep with me," kind of swayed me.  I cringed.  Let's take a look at that again, shall we??

Portman's speech -- okay, so it's obviously been embellished, but it's still fun!

Anyway, after a bit of time passed, I have forgiven Natalie (rumor has it, she's relieved!).  She was incredible in the role and it was clear how much she prepared, trained and disciplined herself.  Impressive.  I wish a little bit of that would rub off on me!  Perhaps it has -- It didn't hit me until later that evening that I had worn my old Moschino T-shirt that reads "VOULEZ VOUS COUCHER AVEC MOI?"  Ironic?  Subliminal?  Perhaps!  But, I can guarantee that I won't be going on National television to announce who does!

close up from 2009

wearing the shirt last night... hitting on a giant rabbit

hey... a lady doesn't kiss and tell!

The Oscars - The Bad, The Bad & The Ugly

OK, so I had to do an Oscar post after all. I watched the fashion police with Joan Rivers last night and I loved how bitchy and honest she was. I did have to disagree with her when she trashed my boy Robert Downey. I don’t care what he wears; he could roll out of bed -- or somebody else’s, (perhaps a stranger’s bed at a random house in Malibu) and still look gorgeous!

Robert Downey Jr.

I’m not even going to do a best dressed list this time because, frankly, nobody was that inspiring or well dressed in my opinion. Of course, everybody has different opinions when it comes to red carpet dressing, but I wish the “fashion police” (besides Joan Rivers) would stop worrying about offending actresses and have the guts to say when something is horrible. I mean, JLo on the best dressed list? Come on! She is a gorgeous woman, but her dress was an absolute disaster. It looked like a second dress was growing out of the side. Jennifer was wearing Siamese twins.

Jennifer Lopez

Charlize Theron, please fire your stylist. Charlize is so beautiful, but I couldn’t get past her breasts! Usually, that would be a good thing, but not in this case. Why would she think that lumpy rosettes would enhance her figure?

Charlize Theron

I know I’ve mentioned before that I am not a girly girl, so I usually don’t go for ruffles, but I keep an open mind when I’m looking at other people’s choices. Everyone has different taste – I get it. However, Zoe Saldana and Vera Farmiga just didn’t do ruffles the right way. These two ensembles were hideous. Sorry girls.

Zoe Saldana & Vera Farmiga

I wish that James Cameron’s wife would just eat something already. I can’t even remember what she was wearing because I couldn’t actually look at her for more than 2 seconds! I thought she was part of the homage to horror films the Academy did.

Suzy Amis (aka, Skelatress) & James Cameron

Finally, did anybody else feel that the interpretive dance was sort of out of place? I’m glad they wasted so much time with it that poor Tom Hanks had to announce the best picture in 1.8 seconds. Way to honor Kathryn Bigelow guys, she only made history! Well, I guess the interpretive dance was more important.

Ricky Gervais performing interpretive dance on the UK's "Office"

This would have been more appropriate for the Oscars!

The Big "O"

NO, it’s not what you’re thinking! Really people, this is a PG-13 blog! Most of the time. And no, I’m not talking about the Oscars, or Oprah. The “Big O” refers to the eccentric and fabulously talented Rick Owens. Rick is a California boy who “pulled a Ralph Rucci” times ten! By that, I mean he not only showed in Paris once or twice, but he ONLY shows his collections in Paris. He has even gone so far as to become a permanent resident in 2003. The French have totally embraced Owens as one of their own, apparently more so than the fairly reserved American fashionistas. But, all of that seems to be changing because Owens has been on fire in the states for a few seasons now.

Rick Owens - Fall 2010

Photo Credits: Firstview

I went to Barney’s yesterday with my stylish friend and accessory expert, Rachel and I came across an exquisite, perfect little crochet sweater by Rick Owens. I was drawn to it right away. I loved the color, the stitch pattern, the asymmetric shape, the shoulder detail created by introducing a second yarn quality with a fuzzy texture… sublime! I can’t locate it on Barney’s web site so I can’t share a photo, sorry.

Rick Owens - Spring 2010

Photo Credits: Coutorture

Rachel suggested rocking a white tank with the holey (and Godlike Holy) piece which sounded like a good idea to me! I thought about it: $19.99 for an Abercrombie tank on Chase debit card, $1,700.00 for a Rick Owens crochet sweater on imaginary credit card. Marveling at the idea of having that kind of disposable income… priceless! Needless to say, I didn’t make the purchase! Rachel, however, did find quite a cute little printed cotton dress by Isabel Marant, so the excursion was a success.

Rick Owens - Fall 2008

Photo Credits: Firstview

I topped off the lovely day of shopping with a little Oscar party at the gorgeous WendyB and MrB’s place (OK, there – I mentioned the Oscars!). Wendy and I were disappointed with what we saw on the red carpet, but more on that tomorrow!