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Over 80 Years of Oscars Fashion

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Last week, I was a bit turned off when US Magazine wrote an article outlining the contents of the Oscars Swag Bag… for losers. In fact, it’s safe to say we are all a little peeved at the sheer wastefulness (is that a word?) and social irresponsibility of the sponsoring companies.

This week, in anticipation of the big show on Sunday, I have something a little more lighthearted to share: from Cosmopolitan UK, “Every Best Actress Oscars Dress Since 1929”. The lovely little infographic, created by the digital geniuses at mediarundigital.co.uk, has been making its rounds on Facebook and Twitter, but I just had to post it here as well. Take a peek! And if you’re tuning into the Academy Awards this weekend, don’t forget to join our #EpsonRedCarpet Twitter Party at 7:00pm EST, where you know we’ll be chatting about Oscar-night fashion!

Geek Chic!

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I hate wearing glasses. They slide down to the tip of my nose, fog up in cold weather and are continually knocked off my night table as I grasp around for them. A few years ago I scheduled an appointment for laser eye surgery; alas, turns out I’m spineless as well as blind. I just couldn’t live with the <1% possibility of serious side effects  – some will agree, some will disagree – hey, it’s your sight. As for me… I’m doomed to live a be-speckled life. (Thank goodness for contact lenses.)

But recently, there has been a light at the end of the tunnel… celebrities are turning on their Geek Chic and turning up everywhere in oversized, heavy framed glasses. I LOVE IT! Such a fresh pairing – flirty and functional, it conjures images of the sexy school librarian or an über-nerd whose look screams “make me over!’ (Having a She’s All That flashback.)

I decided it was time for new glasses and therefore a wonderful opportunity to go geek. I drew inspiration from some of my favourite celebs…




… and settled on a modern black Burberry frame with clean lines and just the right balance between beauty and blogger. Here I am – Geek Chic!


Do you wear glasses? What shape/style of frames do you love?

I’m Dying to Know…

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… why Nicole Richie cut her hair. Well, truth be told, I hadn’t really given it much thought (read: couldn’t care less) until I saw the following headline on UsMagazine.com:

“Nicole Richie: Why I Chopped Off My Hair”

(Did you just click on the link above? Sorry, that’s 43 seconds of your life you won’t get back. I apologize.)

So, being that I had a few moments to spare (both boys were blissfully napping – gasp – at the same time) I decided to click on the link to uncover the critical reasoning behind her decision to go short.

Expecting to be motivated to do the same based on her rationale, I was surprised to see her response:

Really, Us Magazine? I just can’t blame Nicole for her weak answer – she wasn’t aware that you’d turn it into a lame-a** headline teasing folks into thinking she actually had an intellectual response to your momentous question. May I suggest an alternate headline – Nicole Richie: You’ll Never Know Why I Chopped Off My Hair.

But while we’re on the subject:

1) I don’t think she actually cut her hair; rather, she removed her hair extensions. Isn’t that what the Hollywood types do?
2) Ugh. (Shudders.) That is NOT a good photo. Zombielicious.
3) I still don’t know why she chopped off her hair! That headline is KILLING ME.

Sigh. Maybe some things are better left unsaid.