Grammy® Glamour Fashion 2014

The stars on the Grammy® scene have stepped up their red carpet wares this award winning caliber this year.  The Grammy's scene is the site to be the show stopper of self expressionism and fashion hype. Just reflect on what a stir Pharrell's hat conjured up. Most played it safe not sorry this Grammy® season.
I must sayt the popular color trends worn reminded of Christmas... in hues of white, red, green, and gold.

A lot of shine from metallic dresses such as those worn by Rita Ora, Annie Lennox and  Taylor Swift. Sights of skin-exposed slits on the gowns worn by Paris Hilton and Beyonce. Overall I was pleased with the glamorization  at this award show. The one thing that baffled me is that Madonna is starting to look more like the "Puppet Master" than the "Pop Princess" she once was.

My picks for those wearing  glistening, glamorous garments goes to the following:

 

Ciara

Pink

Rita Ora

 

Katy Perry

 

Wiz Khalifa & Amber Rose

Have Faith! Religion Inspired Fashion

And so it is Sunday...
The calmness of the day is soothing.
Reflective.
My religious foundation brings about guilt that I should attend mass frequently.

Madonna

This posting is related to religion + fashion.
And what does it equate to.
Not only how they coexist in a functional way,
but what is the symbolism in relation to style?
Is it an exhibition of our religious beliefs? Or an expression of a cool fashion statement?

Versace

Most artists, rockers, and celebrities wear a cross embellished on their clothing,"blinged" out crucifixes around their necks, or tattooed on their body. 

What does this represent?

Are they Catholic? Or on a spiritual journey?  Protection?

Does it somehow contain the real meaning of the cross to the designer + consumer? 

Jennifer Lopez

I don't think the "marriage" of religion + fashion is offensive.

I am curious that this spiritual symbol never goes out of style in fashion inspiration/ industry.

Thus getting more popular through the generations.

I think that wearing a cross has different meaning according to the wearer.

Hopefully, it is a positive message.

Crucifix Footwear

I don't over analyze or judge.

I have questions that won't always get answered. 

Seeking, thinking, and creating patterns of thought.

Religion + Fashion = Faith-filled style?

Linda Farrow Crucifix Sunglasses

I appreciate freedom of religion and freedom of expression.

No matter your beliefs,

as George Michael sang in his popular hit, ...

You gotta have Faith.

Black Nile Crocodile Clutch

Thank you and feel free to share your thoughts and comments. XOXO

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         Nasty Gal on Lyst

Remembering Marilyn Monroe

Marilyn Monroe's anniversary of her passing took place fifty years ago today. Her impact of her beauty and style has left an ever present influence on our celebrities today.  There is always some fashion reference to Marilyn Monroe in media, fashion and makeup. I think that without her existence, would we have a Madonna, Michelle Williams, the television show Smash, and other celebrities following her trail? 
Marilyn left a great legacy of film, style, and persona influences for generations
to come. American pop culture and the rest 
of the world never grows tired of the late icon 
Marilyn Monroe.

Madonna

Scarlett Johansson

Gwen Steffani

Blake Lively

Michelle Williams

What would Marilyn think of these modern day trendsetters who keep her memory alive? 
And for you MAC fans, look out for the Marilyn Monroe Collection due October 2012.