Fresh Picks to Follow – Red Carpet Ready!

For this week’s Fresh Picks to Follow, I linked up with AV’s Friday’s Fancies in preparation for the Oscars.  I wanted to find some dresses that would fit the spirit of the Oscars, but at a semi-affordable price.  All of theses dresses are under $500.00.  So, for this week’s Fresh Picks to Follow, here are my top 10 dresses that will get anyone woman red carpet ready. Do have any favorites?  Do any of you plan to watch the Oscars on Sunday?  Let me know in the comments.

1. Sue Wong - Antique Beaded Empire Feather Gown…$428.00

2. Dalia Macphee - One Shoulder Ruffle Gown…$348.00

3. Tadashi Shoji - One Shoulder Lace Gown…$388.00

4. Laundry by Shelli Segal - Strapless Gown – Shirred…$345.00

5. Nicole Miller - Felicity Stretch Jersey Gown…$420.00

6. Aidan Mattox - Strapless Gown - Sequin Hi Low…$290.00

7. BCBGMAXAZRIA - 'Anitra' Satin & Jersey Halter Gown…$468.00

8. JKARA - Beaded Flutter-Sleeve Gown…$279.99

9. Mark + James by Badgley Mischka - Sequined Gown…$395.00

10. Alberto Makali - Taffeta Woven Jewel Embellished Strapless Gown…$263.20

Fresh Picks to Follow – Red+Pink

For this week’s Fresh Picks to Follow, I linked up with AV’s Friday’s Fancies because I was too busy to   think of a topic for this week.  Just because Valentine’s day is over, it doesn’t mean you can’t deck yourself out in reds and pinks.  For this week’s Fresh Picks to Follow, here are my top 10 ways to wear this unique pink and red color combination. What do you guys think about wearing these colors together? Let me know in the comments.

1. Big Buddha - Stripe Tech Gloves…$28.00

2. P.A.R.O.S.H - Striped Shift Dress…$485.58

3. Anthropologie - Dipped Rope Necklace…$298.00

4. American Apparel - Baby Rib 3/4 Sleeve Raglan…$22.00

5. Missoni - Dégradé Sheath Dress…$1520.00

6. Kate Spade - Colorblock Tiff Dress…$358.00

7. Gap - Essential Striped Rib Tank…$19.95

8. Echo - Tech Hat…$45.00

9. Alexander McQueen - Red/Pink Wrap Scarf Bracelet…$295.00

10. J. Crew - Pixilated Houndstooth Skirt…$148.00

Fresh Picks to Follow – Black and White

I love wearing black and white together and I’m happy that this color combination is a huge trend this spring and summer season.  I know what you are thinking.  Black and white have always been classic go to look for the runway for years.  So, it’s hardly a trend.  But this year, these colors are going to be everywhere. For this week’s Fresh Picks to Follow, here are my top 10 ways to get back to the basics. What do you think about the black and white trend? Let me know in the comments.

1. Madewell - Striped Sweatshirt Tee…$65.00

2. Banana Republic - Miranda Zebra Print Skirt…$89.50

3. TopShop - Mono Floral Playsuit…$110.00

4. Sugar Lips - Beaded Collar Peplum Top…$68.00

5. Mochino - Mini Gloria Striped Nappa Leather Bag…$839.00

6. Michael Kors - Solid-Panel Striped Ponte Dress…$1,095.00

7. TopShop - Half And Half Spot Tee…$64.00

8. White House Black Market - Colorblock Sheath Dress…$160.00

9. Michael Kors - Striped Knit Blazer…$160.00

10. Lela Rose - Square Neck Dress…$1,195.00

Today, I’m linking up with AV’s Friday's Fancies over on Long Distance Loving.  If you like what you see here, check AV’s blog for more fantastic black and white styling inspiration.