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Last night’s Tony Awards recognized the best of Broadway with a glamorous ceremony chuck full of stars and guest performances.  Held at the Beacon Theater in New York City, awards were presented to stage actors, directors, and designers from all areas of production.  Broadway stars and other celebrities walked the red carpet before the event, showing off stylish fashions.

The Book of Mormon cast opened the show with Broadway hit “Hello,” pulling host Neil Patrick Harris on stage for the last few notes.  Highlights of the night included cast performances from The Newsies, Godspell, Leap of Faith, Ghost, Follies and more.  Neil Patrick Harris’ classic Broadway songs mash-up was a hit for the showtune-loving crowd and his musical recap of the night after all of the awards had been presented concluded the broadcast.  Singer Sheryl Crow was one of the many celebrity presenters, notably making her first public appearance since announcing she has a benign brain tumor.  Play of the year went to Clybourne Park, while musical of the year was snatched up by Once.

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The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) awards were held last night in New York City.  Each year these awards acknowledge designers who have shaped the industry with their creativity, dedication, and revolutionary ideas.  Celebrity guests in attendance this year included Kate Bosworth, Heather Graham, Mandy Moore, and Dakota Fanning.

Bringing some humor to the ceremony, Seth Meyers hosted the gala which has been dubbed the “Oscars of the East Coast.”  Audience members couldn’t hold their stone-cold fashion faces for long when Meyers walked on stage draped in  a sheer black lace Marc Jacobs dress, with nothing but a pair of white boxers underneath.

Highlights from the evening include the presentation of Tommy Hilfiger with the Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen’s win for Womenswear Designer of the Year, and Menswear designer of the year going to Billy Reid.  Although unable to attend the event, Johnny Depp, on set for a new movie, won the Fashion Icon Award.

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            What if you had spent nearly $1000 on your Prom dress, shoes, and jewelry, bought your Prom tickets, but then your date backed out and you were told by the school that you weren’t allowed into Prom without a date? Well, that’s what happened to one Wayne, Pennsylvania high school student.

            Seventeen-year-old, Amanda Dougherty was shocked when school officials from Archbishop John Carroll High School told her that she was not allowed to attend her Junior Prom without a date because of a rule made by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. According to her father, Amanda had been so excited for a couple of years awaiting her Prom to finally arrive. In fact, she was so excited that she started dress shopping around Christmas time, where she spent close to $1000 for her Prom wear and tickets. She even compared dresses with her friends on a Facebook page that was ‘blocked’ so that the guys couldn’t see it.

Amanda Dougherty trying on Prom dresses

            When questioned about the predicament, the office of Catholic Education responded with “there are numerous dances and events throughout the year where dates are not required, but we view the prom as a special social event where a date is required to attend.” What do you think? Should Amanda have been allowed to attend her Junior Prom?  How would you have responded if the same thing happened to you?

Picking a dress for graduation is one of the hardest things to do. Not only will you want to find something stylish, but you need to consider a lot of other things too.  This is your last chance to show off a beautiful dress to your classmates, so don’t hold back.  Make sure you find something you love, but also think about being comfortable.

If your commencement is taking place outside, the weather is a big factor.  If it’s going to be hot out pick a dress made of thinner material so that you don’t overheat under that cap and gown.  Something strapless with a flowy skirt might be a good idea.  An indoor ceremony is easier to dress for since the weather won’t be an issue.

Most girls go with short, above the knee dresses for graduation.  Remember that family members and teachers will be there though, so try not to be too risqué.  The “finger-tip length” rule is a good one to think about when finding a short dress that still needs to be a bit conservative.  When you put your arms straight down by your sides, the bottom of your dress shouldn’t be much shorter than your fingertips.

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One of the most important parts of your look is how you do your hair.  No matter what hair type you have, it’s good to think about how a certain “do” will look with your dress.  Since there are so many different styles to choose from, matching your hair style to your dress style might help with the decision.

If you plan on wearing a dress with a detailed neckline or fancy straps, your best bet is to wear your hair up.  This way you can show off your beautiful gown completely.  Your hair is important, but it’s all about the dress.  You can pick out a pretty updo at the salon that will compliment your look and go great with your outfit.

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The warm air of summer is rolling in fast, and with it comes new, trendy colors!  This season you don’t want to be stuck in the heat without one of the coolest dresses you can find.  Whether you’re picking an outfit for a special night, or looking for something to wear on the boardwalk, there are some summer colors that are going to be super stylish this year.

Everywhere you go you’re bound to see someone in Coral or Tangerine this summer.  Not only are they the perfect colors to match the season, but they seem to go with everything!  Get creative and match these colors with teal or blue for a beach look, or keep it basic with beige, white, or black accessories. Continue reading →

Of all the red carpets during the award season, the Oscar fashions are always a highly anticipated event.  Like any other year, we expect to see gorgeous gowns worn by some of our favorite stars, always incorporating the year's latest trends, sometimes even starting a new one.  Once again, the stars did not disappoint, walking the red carpet in gowns that left viewers speechless.  Here are some of our picks for best dressed of the 2012 Oscars!!

Jessica Chastain did it right for her first time at the Oscars in this dramatic black and gold Alexander McQueen gown.

Cameron Diaz was the best dressed of the night in this form fitting nude Gucci gown.  This dress is simple up top but the bottom added just the right amount of detail.

Shailene Woodley is one of the few stars who knows how to dress her age.  Shailene looked stunning on the red carpet in this creme Valentino Couture gown with crochet detail.

Another first timer at the Oscars, Milla Jovovich took a modern take on old Hollywood and executed it flawlessly from head to toe.  This one shoulder Elie Saab gown with silver beaded detail did no wrong on the red carpet.  The touch of color added to her lips was perfect in completing the look.

Prom night is fast approaching. Ladies Beware!

Prom girls, be smart. Your dream dress could be a fake! The prom industry’s leading designers are still fighting the ongoing battle with fraudulent internet sites selling counterfeit prom dresses to unsuspecting teenage girls and their families. Companies are representing these dresses as authentic garments, but what the customer is receiving is a knock-off of sub-par quality, leaving them feeling scammed and distraught.  Some are not receiving any dress at all!

Protect yourself. Before purchasing a prom dress via the internet, check the designer’s website for a list of authorized retailers. Also, be aware that designers such as Jovani, La Femme, Mori Lee, Sherri Hill and Tony Bowls set an MSRP (Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price) that all authorized retailers must follow. Meaning, that if you are able to find the dress at a price lower than the MSRP, chances are it’s a scam. Do not buy it! Another way to ensure you are receiving the real deal is to call the company’s contact information. The most reliable companies, like RissyRoos.com, offer customer support and toll-free lines for your convenience in placing your order with a real person.