Today's Inspiration: Chanel

Today I woke up and I was feeling inspired by Chanel. I don't know what brought this about but I was trying to figure out what to blog about today and Chanel popped into my head. I hope that you enjoy. What inspires you? Leave your answers in the comments below!

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Mr. Lagerfeld and the stunning Ms. Lively. A match made in Chanel heaven.

Paint the town blue.

Lane loves lipstick! <3

A tea party that any fashionista would die to be invited to.

Ah. This is what my dreams are made of!

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Red Carpet Alert!: Going Nude

Are you going nude? Because all the celebrities are--Blake Lively, Emma Roberts, Gwyneth Paltrow love sporting this stunning color. The color that looks good on everyone--no matter what the skintone--is of course, nude. What do you think? Comment below!

Dakota Fanning in Elie Saab Haute Couture [left] and Jennifer Aniston in Valentino [right].

Gwyneth Paltrow in Elie Saab Haute Couture [left] and Emma Roberts in a nude structured minidress [right].

Hailee Steinfeld in a Marchesa minidress [left] and Blake Lively in Versace [right].

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Celebrities Love Alexander McQueen

Alexander McQueen is synonomyous with daring and creative brilliance. Celebrities like Mila Kunis, Kim Kardashian, and even the first lady are fans of this British brand. It's not wonder why becuase all of these ladies look absolutely lovely. Which one is your favorite?

Mila Kunis in a beautiful floor-sweeping Alexander McQueen gown [left]. Freida Pinto in a metallic embellished black dress [right].

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Olivia Wilde stood out in this electric blue Alexander McQueen mini-dress [left]. Blake Lively looked stunning in this embellished and printed Alexander McQueen gown [right].

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Michelle Obama was brilliant in this esquiste Alexander McQueen gown [left]. Kim Kardashian looked sweet in this Alexander McQueen mini-dress [right].

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Steal Their Style

Steal Their Style #1 by randon1993 on Polyvore.com

1. Go Green

Emerald was a huge trend on the red carpet at the Golden Globes. And although most of us don't get the opprotunity to wear a floor sweeping ballgown every day, that is no excuse to not infuse a little inspiration from mother nature into our wardrobes. Stay causal in these low-rise skinny jeans. Keep warm in a chic parka or add a pop of color in this timeless necklace.

2. Aspire for Men's Attire

Oliva Palermo rocked this menswear inspired look with a tangerine colored blazer and checkered pant. She keeps the look feminine with yellow pumps and an adorable oversized clutch. There are many ways to add simple touches of menswear to our daily lives. A classic button-up and crisp blazer are the most versatile option. For more adventurous fashionistas try a pair of chic oxfords.

3. True Turquoise Envy

Turquoise jewelry is amazing partially for its versatility and partially for its accessability. It can be bought at almost any store within almost any price range. Go boho with turquoise mixed with wodden accents bracelet. Or go bold with these statement earrings. Silver looks stunning with truquoise accents as well--for proof, check out this bracelet.

4. Beautiful Bows

A belt will keep the waist cinched but a chic option is a bow belt. It easily adds a touch of feminity or romance to a simple outfit will highlighting the smallest part of our bodies. Like I said, belts with bows on them are available like this embellshed one. Or cheat and buy a dress or skirt with a belt bow built in like this skirt or this top. So simple but so chic.

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Blake Lively: Summer, Surf, and Style

What do you get when you mix Blake Lively's California girl beauty, Mario Testino's photography, and the writing skills of Hamish Bowles? A stunning feature in Vogue Magazine. Did you miss it? Well, here is your chance to get into the summer spirit.

To prepare for her upcoming role Blake has been rehearsing with the stunt coordinator from Bond films and gymnastic acrobats from Cirque de Soleil. Blake on the rig used to to film stunts, "[It's] the best workout you can ever do...It's so exhilarating, so thrilling--and nauseating".

Blake on her role in the upcoming Green Lantern film, "All I want is to be a hero for my nephews and nieces...I'm going to be the coolest aunt ever."

Blake went scuba diving in Maldive last year and she said, "It was the most peaceful and tranquil thing...I fell in love with it."

"I love, love, love New York, but it's nice sometimes to have not so much to do--[in New Orleans] there's time to walk through the park and cook."

In between filming Blake enjoys shopping for antiques to decorate her trailer, watching movies like A Streetcar Named Desire, and listening to bluegrass and forties big band music.

Blake always looks amazing. I have to admit that I'm more than a little jealous. Leave any and all thoguhts in the comments below! I love hearing from you. Also, what do you want me to blog about tomorrow?

Best Dressed List of 2010

This is the 50 best celebrity looks from 2010. These weren't easy choices to make but I finally managed to. This is part two of this list, so click here to start at the beginning. Who do you think deserves the title of Best Dressed Lady of 2010? Leave thoughts in comments.

11. Mila Kunis in Elie Saab

12. Anne Hathaway in Valentino

13. Jessic Biel in Giambattista Valli.

14. Drew Barrymore in a metallic bronze shirt tucked into a belted pair of black trousers.

15. Kate Hudson in Burberry Prorsum green mini and coat.

16. Sandra Bullock in Alexander McQueen

17. Blake Lively in an Emilio Pucci jacket and cobalt cropped trousers.

18. Emma Watson in Rafael Lopez for Atelier Mayer.

19. Taylor Swift in Monique Lhuillier gown

20. Jessica Alba in Christian Dior

The countdown is 2/5th of the way done. What are your thoughts so far? Here are links to part three, part four, and part five.

Best Dressed List of 2010

It's hard to believe that 2010 is already over. Sigh. This is part four of Viva La Fashion's Best Dressed List of 2010. If you want to start at the beginning, click here.

31. Blake Lively in Prabal Gurung

31. Kirsten Dunst in a shimmery Louis Vuitton dress

33. Rachel Bilson in a Chanel shift layered under an All Saints leather jacket.

34. Gwyneth Paltrow in Monique Lhuillier

35. Sarah Jessica Parker in a Stella McCartney sequined dress with a loose sweater.

36. Jessica Alba in a sleek leather mini and Christian Louboutin for 3.1 Philip Lim heels.

37. Blake Lively in chocolate booties, textured tights, a ruffled grey mini, and embellished cardigan.

38. Heidi Klum in New Balance.

39. Zoe Saldana in a plunging Balmain.

40. Alexa Chung in Mulberry

One more post to go and the list is complete. To go back, here are links to part one, part two, and part three. To go froward, here is a link to part five. If you could steal any celebrity's closet, who would it be?Leave thoughts in the comments below! :)

How To: Light Denim

Everyone knows that dark-wash is extra slimming. That is why it is so popular among women. We don't want to look bigger than we are and that is why we have been taught that dark denim is our friend. Lately, there have been many fashionistas finally deciding to buck that rule and start wearing light-wash denim freely.

Jayma Mays in a sequined skirt and denim button-up [left] and Jessica Szhor in a draped mini with a jean jacket [right].

Denim is such a work-man's fabric that an easy way to dress it up is shiny and fun sequin. It is the juxtaposition of necessity and want. A truly dark denim would've looked too harsh with the light gold color. Jessica is proving that jean jackets are not a project of the 90's. She adds a modern twist with her modern mini and black clutch.

Rashida Jones in a jean jacket and black capri [left] and Drew Barrymore in a belted long white skirt and jean button-up top [right].

Rashida adds a jean jacket to keep her look casual and it is styled perfectly with her detailed pumps and tailored capri pants. She tossed her hair up in a bun, suggesting an air of messiness. Drew looks like a breath of fresh tropical air in this billowing white skirt. She looks like she would be more at home on a beach than in the concrete jungle of New York. The dark chocolate  belt is a beautiful contrast to the light colors of her top and skirt.

Whitney Port in cuffed boyfriend jeans, a printed blazer, and white tee [left] and Blake Lively in a sequined skirt, belt, and denim shirt [right].

Light wash denim looks best in a slightly loose fitting pant. It is meant to look slouchy and un-put together. Whitney dresses it up a bit with structural heels and fitted blazer. Blake takes a casual denim shirt and keeps it casual with the messy knotted belt and shirt peeking from the bottom of her skirt but her sleek booties and sparkly skirt add class. This outfit surprisingly fits in both categories. 

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