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Three women -- all well-known actors -- were spotted wearing Armani Prive!

Jennifer Lopez wore this pink (almost cotton-candy-like) confection on the Oscar Red Carpet

This amazing Giorgio Armani Privé is an iridescent icy pale pink silk organza evening gown. The dress features high tech, futuristic fabric with a revealing front slit and a crescent-shaped bustier that cascades into a dramatic side train accented by Swarovski rock crystals. The mermaid silhouette gown is part of the 2010 Privé collection inspired by the romance and mystery of the moon.

Amanda Seyfried looked like royalty in her Armani Prive gown!

Presenter Seyfried wore Giorgio Armani Privé soft green silk strapless gown. The princess ball gown features a structured and geometric bustier encrusted with Swarovski crystals, a fitted waist and a full skirt accented with mesh panel overlays that continue the luminescent crystal effect. The high tech, exclusive fabrics that dominated the 2010 Privé collection are repeated in this gown.

Hilary Swank brought her "sexy back" with this fabulous dress from Armani Prive. Quite a change from her other red-carpet gowns, this plunging v-neck dress is a challenge to wear but Swank pulls it off with aplomb and confidence. Shown here at the Vanity Fair party, Swank oozes sensuality.

Here are the details on Hilary's amazing gown: Giorgio Armani Privé black gown featuring chain metal Swarovski beading. The sensual dress features a beaded plunging neckline, and a daring cut-out back. Bold back straps and a black and white asymmetrical satin skirt complete the look.

There were more people wearing Armani Prive and we will bring a second post for you with those images: particularly the men of Armani!

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Damiani is well-known in the celebrity world as being a source of fabulous jewelry. It's an amazing experience to see all these jewels up close-- to touch them and see their exquisite design and craftsmanship.

Samantha Harris , Entertainment Tonight wore several pieces of Damiani jewelry:
Sahara cuff. 18 Kt. white gold and 47.40 cts. of diamonds.

Chignon ring. 18 Kt. white gold 2.43 cts. of diamonds.

85th Anniversary Gomitolo ring. 18 Kt. white gold, tsavorites and peridots.

Antera earrings. 18 Kt. white gold and 6.20 cts. of diamonds.

Silvia Damiani wearing the Rose Collection Necklace-- 13.55 ct diamonds
Price: $98,440

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It was a sweet suite life at the The London West Hollywood Hotel. . This lovely, celeb-fave hotel with the hot restaurant which is almost off the beaten path is a becoming a favorite location for suites because of 1) parking 2) not so crowded location and 3) great location and views.

Lucky me, I got to visit my friends at the Stuart Weitzman suite showcasing the 2010 Red Carpet Shoe Collection. Sizzling shoes that I absolutely adore and they are definitely sexy. I found at least 2 pairs I would kill for plus I found at least 2 more in the Spring look-book. Trust me, "shoe love sorority sisters" This was one great suite right down to the mini-scones and the home-made milk and dark chocolate toffee (really!)

Here are some videos featuring Stuart Weitzman talking about this fabulous collection:

Stuart Weitzman from Starworks Digital on Vimeo

Continue reading " It's a Suite Life: Stuart Weitzman Styling Suite Says It's a Shoe, Shoe Shoe World! (or Oscars!) " »

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As stars walked the red carpet for Hollywood 's biggest night, they showed off the primping and planning they had done with stunning couture gowns, sparkling jewels and great make-up and gorgeous hair-styles and color!

Cameron Diaz

Tracey Cunningham, Redken Creative Consultant for Color and Hollywood colorist, helped Cameron Diaz prepare for the Oscars with Redken color.

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We were able to snag the beauty breakdowns of our fave celebrities who walked the red carpet for the Oscars.

Sandra Bullock looked every inch the Hollywood glamour queen with luminous skin,clean defined eye and also a rich berry red lip. Her makeup artist was Angela Levin

Beauty Inspiration:

"Tonight was Sandra's big night and she was in a happy, ethereal mood. I wanted her to look like the true movie star she is, so we went with modern classy Hollywood - dewy skin, soft eyes, and a bold classic red lip."

Beauty Tip:

Angela prepped Sandra's skin with CHANEL Sublimage Fluid.

She then used a foundation brush to apply CHANEL Vitalumiere Satin Smoothing Fluid Makeup in Shell all over the face.

Angela created a structured brow with the soft brown powder in the limited edition Les Regards de CHANEL Palette.

She lined Sandra's eyes with the darker brown shade in the same palette.

Finally, she applied three coats of CHANEL Inimitable Waterproof Mascara in Noir for sexy, glamorous lashes.

To create the real focus of Sandra's look- a gorgeous, bold red lip - Angela applied CHANEL Rouge Coco Lip Colour in Paris.

She finished the look by gently dabbing a bit of the same lip colour on the apples of Sandra's cheeks - Angela's signature makeup trick.

Wow-- a look that anyone can replicate, thanks to the breakdown from Chanel Beaute'. This is an amazing look for brides, proms and any personal red carpet moment!

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Starbucks newest addition to the Bottled Starbucks beverages is the Vanilla Frappuccino Light. It was the official caffeinated drink during Mercedes Benz NY Fashion Week,which was the launch-pad for Vanilla Frappuccino Light.

This rich, yummy beverage contains 50% fewer calories (yay! Swimwear season coming soon) and 60% less sugar than their classic Vanilla flavor-- making it so much easier to justify the indulgence. Pour it over ice and whip it up in the blender for a blended Vanilla Frap Light and you will be happy as a clam this weekend-- at least in LA as the temps are about to soar!

To celebrate the launch of this new flavor, Starbucks set up a lounge in the tents at NY Fashion Week. Each day hundreds of fashionistas, bloggers, editors, celebs and models alike were found relaxing in the Starbucks Lounge.

Here's a coupon for $1 off your next Frappuccino purchase

Print, buy, sip and be happy. Spring is on the way-- and Vanilla Frappucino Light is here to help!

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Maria Menounos hit the Elton John Oscar Party wearing Tony Ward Couture dress (stellar on her!) and amazing Sutra jewelry..

Cate Sadler attended the E-Entertainment Oscar Party also wearing Tony Ward Couture.. an amazing dress on her.

Tony Ward is developing quite a following -- and his designs are really stellar.

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The lovely Uma Thurman is the 'face: for Givenchy's new spin on the Ange Ou Demon fragrance extension-- Le Secret. This lovely and light foral doesn't overpower but is perfect for spring, Want to get someone's attention-- don't shout, whisper instead-- and that's what this fragrance does. It's subtle, seductive and perfect for almost anyone to wear.

This blend of green tea and lemon top notes opens up to a heart of white florals (jasmine and peony) dries down to a heart of white musk and patchouli. More of a white fragrance after the initial burst of tea and citrus. Nice, light, intoxicating.

Shot by Mira Nair, there is another video on OzMoz.com that talks about the behind the scenes of the shooting of the video. This is even more inspiriing.

Sounds yummy!

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This is part 2 of the LA-Story.com First Annual Oscar Fashion Awards

Best Looking Man on the Red Carpet

Jake Gyllenhaal

NL:
This isn't going to be easy--most of the guys looked great on Sunday night. Jake Gyllenhaal is almost perfect, except for the scruffy beard.

Ryan Reynolds looks like a young Warren Beatty. Even Ryan Seacrest looks good and he usually makes me want to gnaw my hand off. I think I'm going to leave it to Stevie to make the call...and the winner is?

SW: No way does Ryan Seacrest belong in this group. Sorry-- the man can't compete with these guys. I have to agree that Jake could have trimmed up a little on the scruffy beard or just shaved it off. However it's his face, but it keeps him from scoring here.
Keanu looks great in his suit- -and his beard is well-groomed too (see Jake, it can be done) . While Nancy didn't mention Jeremy Renner, he was smoking haute though I would have loved to have seen him in a tux rather than the suit-- but then again, he's new to this red-carpet situation relatively speaking. While we didn't mention George Clooney, he wears a tux so well that he outclasses everyone so we have to take him out of this competition because he blows everyone away-- but he did need a bit more control of his hair.
That leaves us with the wonderful Ryan Reynolds who's shown significant growth professionally and in his fashion statements.

Winner: Ryan Reynolds!

Best Jewelry on the Red Carpet

NL:
This one is a hell of a lot easier--Mariska Hargitay wins hands down, for actually wearing a statement necklace, and for piling on the diamond bracelets like she bought them at the dollar store.

To quote Elizabeth Wurtzel, "there is no greater display of power than apparent nonchalance."

SW: Finally a woman who understands that you can wear a necklace with a strapless gown and still pile on the blingy bracelets. ( I am digging the mix on the bracelets too! She shoots, she scores and wins by a long-shot.

The "So Close to Her Skin Tone, From Far Away She Looks Naked Award"

NL:
Anna Kendrick. I don't mean to be mean here. She actually looks lovely in a goddessy sort of way. I'm just astonished at how perfectly the gown replicates her skin color.

SW: While I was talking to Jill Kirsh yesterday of JillKirshColor.com, we talked in detail about Anna Kendrick. I love the dress. It's very goddess-- but the color matches her skintone and it runs right into almost making her nude -- but not-- and it does nothing for her. Why wear something that matches your skintone so closely. A peachier-pink shade would have been so much better for her. The de

The "I Sat On A Wedding Cake" Award

NL:
Diane Kruger: the dress is crazy enough from the front, but from the back it literally looks like she applied Cool Whip to her butt.

SW:Diane Kruger: where to start. Let's see, she scores for the basic ivory tone of the dress but the black ruffled collar sort of washes her out. The ruffles gone wild across the rear view do nothing for her-- nor would it on anyone else with any sort of butt. The design is great on paper and on the hanger-- and very few human bodies. Kruger has a shape-- she's great looking but this isn't the drss for her.

The Not Getting Older, Getting Better Award

NL:
I could easily make a case for Michelle Pfeiffer being the best looking woman at the Oscars. She used color masterfully, the gown is perfectly figure-flattering, and she looks better to me every time I see her. On a night when some very seriously bad plastic surgery was on display (I'll be nice and won't name names), she was natural, radiant and smoking hot.

SW: Michelle Pfeiffer looks stunning. . Reminds me of "The Fabulous Baker Boys" but better-- more up to date. She's pulled off a striking red dress that fits her figure so well and she looked terrific.

The Won't Get Better No Matter How Much Older She Gets Award

NL:
Mariah Carey. I don't know how someone can manage to show so much skin and look matronly at the same time. Mariah, I issue you a challenge. It isn't working, sweetie, and you're due for a comeback. Go shopping with Stevie and let her bring you solidly into the 21st century and teach you about style and sophistication.

SW: I winced when I saw Mariah Carey. I wondered where her stylist from Golden Globes disappeared to because this ensemble shows too much and doesn't do her any favors. I understand that the Precious cast wore blue because of Sapphire the author. Great idea and brings solidarity to the cast. The "twins" are pretty well exposed and would have looked better and less "in your face" had she pulled an Elizabeth Taylor trick of wearing a killer necklace. Also doing that it would not draw attention to her waist which isn't so tiny with that amazing broach. Also the slit up to there skirt was exposing more skin on the bottom than she needed to show. Can someone please do something with her? I would be happy to take her shopping and give her that sophistication along with showing off her assets.

Thank you to Nancy Lichtenstein for all her savvy and assistance in putting this together.
Unless Nancy and I think of some other categories, this is may be the end of the LA-Story.com First Annual Oscar Fashion Awards.

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