headdress fascination

I have developed a fascination towards headdresses and i owe that to the Turkish series Muhteşem Yüzyıl - Magnificient History or as it's known in the Arabic translated version 'Hareem El Sultan' - 'Sultan's Women'. Yes i wasn't sure about my feeling towards the headdress that Kim Kardashian wore to her wedding, but since i've been so attached to the series and looking into different headdress designs, i have managed to grow a liking towards the trend.

I'm still not sure where is the best place to wear headdresses to but i could think of a few places where they would look pure glam: a bride on her wedding reception (and if you're not that daring you can always wear it to the photoshoot prior to the reception..no harm looking extra vintage diva in your pics), bridal showers and parties, costume and themed parties and horse racing cups and events.
There is such a wide variety of headdresses; there are the vintage ones with delicate stones and rusty look, some fashion statement ones, others that are made out of fabric and can be attached to a veil (that's more bridal), and the simpler headdresses made out of elastic bands, flowers, etc...

Eye on headdress

dee -

Taking care of your heels 101

I know we walk in them and they get subjected to so many hard conditions on the road, while driving, breaking into a run for some weird reason, storing them..all the reasons to do your heels just and save them from breaking and looking like they have aged a million years. I might have discovered a shoe / heel obsession in me and i hate it if i buy expensive heels and lose them before their time because i couldn't take care of them. If you were someone like me and have such a close relationship to the heels and shoes you wear, do take the below steps seriously..they do help (i still have a pair in their shoe box because i'm afraid i'd ruin their heels if i wear them..they've been sitting in their box for 7 months)

Living in the UAE added to my 'keep your heels safe for a longer period experience' I owe the desert a thanks :)

1. When getting ready and leaving home, restrain from wearing your heels. Wear flops or flat shoes instead and change into your heels at your desired destination. A lot of buildings and areas in the UAE have sandy roads and areas under the residential units; you don't want to sand your heels as soon as you leave your home.

2. Always have flat shoes with you. Thanks to some really innovative designers, we now have foldable and rollable flats that get tucked into bags so easy. These are a must in every wardrobe if not every bag as well. It's not just comfort, it's keeping your heels in good shape as well.

3. Keep a fabric bag with you to put your heels in. Whether in your car, at the office or even in your bag (you will have to hold a big purse for that), keep one with you to put your heels in once you change into flats. Not every street is designed for heels wear, so do yourself and your heels a favor and put those flats on.

4. When driving, take off your heels. Heels are not made for you to press on the petrol and brakes pedals, you will destroy the heel the more frequent you press.

5. Yes you will need to ask where you will be hanging out later tonight to manage the expectations of your feet and heels. Just like not all the streets are designed for heels, a lot of lounges, restaurants, places in the UAE are not designed for heels either. You don't want to walk into Nassimi with heels or even suede flats, don't go to an event that has its venue outdoor on grass with your limited edition 1k heels on; they won't last you the night.

The above tips may help the heels you own and spare their lives..at least for a longer period. I hope you find them helpful as much as I do! I will find the courage in me to wear  my '7 months sitting in the closet heels' :)

dee -

fashion @ the globes

A bit late, but i gotta share my favorites from the Golden Globes this year. A beautiful roll of dresses showed up on the red carpet and I already know what I like the most and what I didn't find appealing. Check out my hit and miss for the night.

One of my favorite dresses / looks for the night was dominated by Sofia Vergara. It's so natural with her. Blue, peacock, strapless, mermaid, Vera Wang..the key words for the night :)

Sofia Vergara in a custom Vera Wang

Second pick would be Mila Kunis in a black Dior gown, flowy and classy.

Mila Kunis in Dior

And my 3rd best pick for the night was Sarah Highland in Vintage Dolce & Gabbana. The combination of the lace, beige and black and the shape were definitely why i found the dress interesting.

Sarah Highland in vintage Dolce & Gabbana

More nice dresses at the Golden Globes:

Salma Hayek in a couture beaded Gucci

Kate Beckinsale in Roberto Cavalli

Jessica Biel in lace Elie Saab

This was such a peaceful dress worn by Jessica Biel, i felt like this is what a bride from the 20's would wear; lace, creamy colored, not too revealing (at least the top part :) ). True vintage. 

Berenice Bejo in a strapless Gucci

Emma Stone in Lanvin

I truly appreciate Emma Stone's sense of fashion, although this was not one of the best dresses she was in (in my opinion), but her overall style and fashion risk management are quite amazing. In this dress, I feel she's very 'Volturi' like (yes, i'm very Twilight cultured).

Some of the dresses that i found interesting in some way or another:

Sarah Michelle Gellar in abstract Monique Lhuillier 

 This was one interesting piece, very artistic. Not Golden Globe red carpet material, very risky but the colors, the abstract theme on the dress is very strong and beautiful. It belongs to an art gallery, so it deserves its true recognition.

Georgina Chapman in Marchesa 

 A Grecian goddess dress, the flow of the dress makes me happy along with the beautiful golden detail. This dress was worn 4 months ago by Olivia Wilde, which also looked amazing on her (A popular pick!)

Heidi Klum in custom Calvin Klein

 A very 'in the steps' of Emma Stone's Calvin Klein number last year, i like the dress' color, shape..does not feel like it's golden globe material. But the turquoise necklace is definitely a great addition.

Natalie Portman in custom made  Lanvin

 I feel this could be a modern Geisha look.

Lea Michelle in Marchesa 

And..Angelina Jolie ruled the red carpet looking so glamorous..

Angelina Jolie in Versace 

 Now for the misses..no personal issues whatsoever (except in the case of Kelly Osbourne..i hope she dyes her hair to anything but grey)

Charlize Theron in Christian Dior Couture 

 This dress reminds me of when i was young and we would grab a blanket and try and make a dress out of it..Sorry Charlize..Sorry Dior.

Kelly Osbourne in Zac Posen

 Nothing is appealing about this dress..material, box sleeves, the cut..I haven't seen the Fashion Police special for the Golden Globes, but I am hoping Joan Rivers had things to say about the above malfunction.

Reese Witherspoon in Zac Posen 

 I think it's the Zac Posen that needs to be hated for the Golden Globes..again..the material..

Tilda Swinton in Haider Ackermann

Tilda Swinton in anything but a dress.

My last note is on Debra Messing's choice..Debra wore a black Monique Lhuillier dress that i felt looks similar to the Keira Knightley's dress by Vera Wang 2006

Debra Messing in Monique Lhuillier 

2006 Keira Knightley in Vera Wang

I see a resemblance..somehow :)

Happy red carpet!

dee - 

ppl's choice awards 2012

It's red carpet season and i get so excited to see all the pretty celebrities glammed up for so many different occasions *puts on critique glasses*
People's Choice Awards got me going! The truth is that i expected more from all the dresses that made an appearance on the red carpet, but not a bad start 2012.
I also voted for both Nina Dobrev and Hugh Jackman and I got to witness my own vote count and see them win *hurraaaaaay*
So red carpet fashion, let's see what we've got! *drums roll*

Favorite dress of the night was worn by Lucy Hale, a beautiful LBD with a long sash by Cengiz Abazoglu, there were also some interesting pieces worn by Demi Lovato, Vanessa Hudgens; a very spidermanish web pattern, Ashley Benson and Lea Michele.

Lucy Hale in a beautiful Cengiz Abazoglu piece

Demi Lovato in a peach chiffon Marchesa gown

Vanessa Hudgens in a halterneck Fall 11 Jenny Packham

Ashley Benson in Alice + Olivia Spring 2012 dress

Lea Michele in a one of a kind Marchesa Spring 2012 all  fringe dress

Lea Michele's pick was very interesting and she pulled it off well. I feel that the dress was a 1920's inspiration and out of The Great Gatsby wardrobe. I also remembered Rebecca; Clause's sister from The Vampire Diaries.
And the risk taker for the night is no one other than pretty Emma Stone, I think she rocked it with her choice; beautiful and screams Emma, as I can see no one other than her pulling it off on such a special night.

Emma Stone in a Gucci Ensemble 

Loved the leather and lace combination, worn by Ashley Greene, looking like a true Vampire. And Kaley Cuoco delicate choice although I feel it was a bit formal for the event.

Ashley Greene in a custom leather dress by DKNY

Kaley Couco in Badgley Mischka Spring 2012 dress

Did not like Ginnifer Goowin's dress, it felt like she wasn't comfortable in it as well, could've done a lot better.  The dress was too pink, too long (sleeves as well) and didn't feel neat on the collarbone.

Goodwin in Roksanda llincic Spring 2012 dress

Favorite pic of the night was definitely of Hugh Jackman, had to share!

Hugh Jackman, winner of Action Star People's Choice Awards 2012

Looking forward to more red carpet appearances! 

- dee