Tuesday, December 29, 2009

Bejeweled blitz

First things first... I would like to say thank you to everyone who read and commented on my previous post! I really appreciate it! My audition for "Black Swan" actually took place already a couple of weeks ago: I made it to the second round, but then my nerves took over. I can't believe I blew it like that and actually prefer not to talk or even think about it, but at least one good thing came out of it - I finally got a good reason for taking up dance a little more seriously again. It feels great to be back! For those who were interested, you can see me as a ballerina (unless they cut me) in the upcoming "Step Up 3D" and "The Other Guys", but unfortunately not as a principal! I'll keep working on that. :)

Now over to something else. I feel like I am the only one in the whole world who has not planned her NYE outfit from head to toe already, and more importantly, that I am not even that excited about all the bells and whistles that usually surround this amateur night #1. I do know one thing, though - you will not see me in anything bejeweled, bedazzled, sequined or sparkly.

Why?

1) Bejeweled designer dresses look amazing.... but the F21, Joyce Leslie or Charlotte Russe knockoffs that will have lost half of their sequins/jewels before you're even out of the cab on your way to the party - not so much.

2) Those decked-out dresses typically require little to no accessorizing - but I love accessories and would not want to go easy on them just to instead be able to dress up like a walking statement piece.... Sure, you can pile up the bling in a fashion editorial or on the runway, but a house party in the East Village is not a runway! Less is more, even on NYE, please.

(Images above and below: runway looks at Alexander McQueen, DVF and Lanvin; MariaCarla Boscono in D&G for Bazaar, November 2009; Racquel Zimmerman in Chanel for W, November 2009; SS10 looks by Nina Ricci and Prada in W, January 2010; Sigrid Agren for Vogue Russia, August 2009)






















I might just have to do an Audrey and don an LBD with gloves, fabulous jewelry, gloves and sunglasses! Yes, big shades are a must for walking home the morning after!

Hope everyone is having a wonderful New Year's Eve, whatever you decide to do or wear! Thank you so much for reading my blog this year - I hope to see all of you in 2010 as well!

XOXOXOX

49 comments:

  1. You will have your moment... I believe in you. Great things come to those who wait.

    I'm with you on the LBD and add the blings for New Year's eve.

    PS...I'm considering myself hired... BF, when will you propose? Hahaha! xoxo

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  2. I LOVE bedazzled dresses, but you'll definitely stand out as Audrey Hepburn for New Years. So sorry you didn't make the cut for Black Swan, but congratulations on Step Up 3D and The Other Guys.

    www.bagpoor.com

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  3. Another gorgeous post, darling!
    Thank YOU for being an awesome Fellow Fashionista!
    Happy New Year :)

    xoxox,
    CC

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  4. Regardless of the fact that you will not be seen as a principal, simply making an appearance in each of those films is an accomplishment that you should be so proud of, CC; and an indication of more fabulous things to come in the New Year! I will most definitely be watching for you!!

    Happy New Year my love!! :)

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  5. Adorable post!
    Happy New Year and take care ;D

    xoxo Maria

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  6. Make sure you take pictures of your fabulous NYC outfit. Hugs for the new year! :O)

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  7. oh the top dress, how I love that dress.

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  8. thanks for being a great blogger friend. I wish all your dreams would come true in the new year!
    have fun, xoxo

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  9. Aww, oh no. I'm sure something much better will come up.

    Yup, I love accessorising to much too wear an over dazzled dress. But I do love the Lanvin dress.

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  10. gorgeous!! love with the jewels!

    www.antiquatedtreasures.blogspot.com

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  11. yea i love accessories too. but for nye i am rocking a vintage sequin dress. let's hope i am able to NOT wear any accessories and feel clothes. cos i feel naked without accessories...

    p.s happy holidays!

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  12. I enjoyed looking at the bejewelled pieces, accessories are my uniform!
    Rianna Bethany xxxxxx

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  13. Wish you a wnderful New years eve. You are a ballerina. wow. and in these movies?? that;s just impressive :D
    And you're not alone. I haven't even given a thought about my new years eve outfit. No time to think about it haha.

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  14. I'm so sorry the audition didn't go well. But hell you are still more fab than I! I haven't starred in anything...ever!

    And I agree with you on the Sequin/shiny look overload...the knockoffs really are distracting.

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  15. Love the Audrey Hepburn look...forever chic :-)

    Cheers: Evi

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  16. Girl you are making your dreams come true, and that is AWESOME!!!! You are so damn fabulous.

    F21 really took the bejeweled thing to new extremes omfg. Is that good or bad? I dont know?

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  17. I think you'd look great dressed as Audrey Hepburn! have a great New Year!

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  18. I'll be here in 2010, and I can't wait to see more of you! Thanks for being such an awesome fashion blogger. :-)

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  19. Nothing beats an LBD with piled on pearls...but then again sequins are awfully fabulous too. I know I'll be sporting them this NYE!

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  20. It's true, you can hardly enter a shop these days without being blinded by bling and sequins. So you've got a good chance standing out by not wearing any and the Audrey outfit is eternally cool. All the best for your dancing endeavours in 2010! Sabine x

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  21. Will you work as a ballerina?! This is wonderful!! It doesn't matter that you won't be the principal. The most important is that you will participate. I am very happy for you! You should be proud of yourself, darling!
    xxxxx

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  22. Great post!! I will always love that still of Audrey (or should I say Holly) at Tiffany's.

    http://fashionroadkill-halifax.blogspot.com

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  23. haha you should definitely do the Audrey Hepburn look :) i did it a few years ago & added a tiara too lmao.

    hope you have a wonderful new year's!

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  24. I think the Audrey look on NYE would be FABULOUS!! :)
    I still haven't chosen my outfit yet. There's a chance there is going to be a blizzard that night here, so I might actually be holed up in my little apartment with Boyfriend. So my outfit might be flannel pajamas (lame). Lol.
    And yes, I've always been a little leary of buying sequin-anything from places like F21...they fall off so fast.

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  25. Love the LBD with a ton of accessories. you'll have to let us know what you decide to wear. Great post.
    xoxo
    red sole diary

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  26. I tend to agree-I am not big on occassion dressing and totally prefer building on a great dress that I can wear again xo

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  27. just perfect for a snazzy new year party. happy new year my dear. may all your dreams come true in 2010. xoxo

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  28. I love bejeweled and bedazzled anything.

    BTW, you did not blow anything. You rediscovered something you absolutely love. Maybe that was the entire reason for the audition. Food for thought. Your big part is waiting for you...just believe.

    Happy New Year!
    xoxo Mish

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  29. OOh LBD ala Audrey Hepburn would look fantastic. And I'm glad you've taken up dance again; don't worry about your nerves taking over! I'm sure it happened for a reason, and something better is waiting for you in the future =))

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  30. lovely with gloves... tres chique!

    loves

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  31. I'm sorry to hear you didn't make the cut - it will happen next time, keep the faith!

    I will be having an early dinner out and then drinks back at home. The weather looks awful for New Years here in NYC, too bad.

    Happy New Year & I hope you have a great New Years Eve tomorrow!

    xx

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  32. i loove sequined dresses. they're so perfect for parties and such, but can also be dressed down (depending on the style of the dress). amazing post, as always! see you in 2010 :)

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  33. Oh, you know I love anything and everything that sparkles! xoxo

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  34. P.S. I don't have plans for NYE, either!

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  35. Well, I'll be in my polka dot robe tomorrow night with my snowman mug drinking hot chocolate. So have fun for the both of us.

    And you're so right about the dresses not requiring accessories. I never thought about that. But once I got this hot pink and black dress from F21 for my birthday and all I could wear with it was some black earrings because the dress was so busy.

    Anyway, have fun, be safe and happy new year friend!

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  36. Good luck to you in 2010!!
    All the best ~~

    xoxo

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  37. I have had the hardest time with oversized sunglasses. They always feel like a land mass on my face. But I want gloves to come back in!

    Sorry the Black Swan thing didn't work out but I can't wait to watch the movies...let us know how we can spot you!

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  38. Thanks for the comment, the tights are vintage so it might take a bit of scouting to fins another pair like them.

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  39. Loved your comment.

    When I go out with some of my gf's, its like they are on the hunt - trying too hard will definitely NOT make it happen...so0 not fun.

    And you are in the E. Village? Where? I'm in Midtown East - not too far...if you are going to the Fashion 2.0 event on 1/29 let me know - would love to meet you darling!

    XOXO
    Amy

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  40. I like your blogs!!
    Happy new year!!
    wendy-kristy
    www.wendy-kristy.com

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  41. thanks for the sweet comment girl. this entry was well written. the photos are great pics as well. hope you have an awesome new yr !

    xx lue

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  42. You cant go wrong with a bit of Audrey inspiration, have a wonderful new year xx

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  43. there's always next time....
    and I don't like to wear sequins or beads - they do get lost and fall off...maybe a top, but how in the hell do you sit on them? ouch!

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  44. Can't go wrong with a LBD and great accessories! Happy New Year! xo

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  45. I have no idea what to wear! SO far I am sitting on the ground in black jeans, a black blazer, black doc martens, and a blue tank top...not very festive! Uhg.
    XOXOX
    Libby
    http://fashionconfectionairy.weebly.com

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  46. Great pictures! Love that you frequently include images of Audrey. <3

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