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Oscar night is always an exciting treat for fashion lovers like ourselves. It’s one of the few nights a year where we get to swoon over elegant gowns and cover our eyes when a not-so-elegant one enters the screen. While I normally opt for big flowy gowns, this was certainly the year of long, lacy nude and white gowns. And I liked it! I have only one concern: the intimates. One might ask how do you wear undergarments with those tightly-fitted, almost-see-through numbers. Of course, there’s always the option of going sans undies. But there’s also the option of wearing the up-and-coming Nippies. I’ve written about these sparkly pasties that come in all kinds of inventive star and heart shapes before, but the same company, Bristol 6, recently came out with Nippies Natural, which are a bit bigger and come in simply a nude color. If Sandra didn’t use them already, Nippies are certainly something to think about for many future lacy, backless gowns to come.

After the Fall/Winter 2010 Fashion Week, I can say that the lingerie as outerwear trend is definitely hear to stay. Many lingerie retailers believe that this trend has a direct correlation with the rise in popularity of pasties and nipple tassels. According to a Wickedelic press release, their nipple cover sales have gone up 20 percent in the last couple of months because of stars like Rihanna and Lady Gaga sporting the nipple covers with see-through tops and lingerie-type garments. Follow the trend by getting a pair yourself. You can get some pasties with tassels for some extra fun in the bedroom, or you can simply get the ever-so-popular Nippies to wear with low-cut tops or backless dresses.

For more on Nippies, read Look Confident With Nippies.

Yes, it’s that time of year again. The Fall/Winter 2010 Fashion Week is upon us, and two of the new “it” designers, Alexander Wang and Jason Wu, have surprised me yet again. Both designers have changed my opinion about their work in these latest collections, and not necessarily in a good way.

If you recall, I did not like Wang’s Spring/Summer 2010 collection in my Spring/Summer 2010 Fashion Week review. His jersey-football-inspired collection was too sporty for me. However, I think his latest collection is exquisite. While there are still some bare midriffs in this collection, I think it comes from a more stylish place. The intricate detail in his dresses and suits were tailored to fit, creating a fashionable working woman. And the high knee socks that created a recurring theme in his collection were a nice nod to the trends of the times. Unfortunately, Jason Wu was the one to hit and miss this time around. His Spring/Summer 2010 collection was full of color and life, but this latest collection was extremely unflattering. His over-sized bubble dresses and hobo-like jackets were not appealing, not to mention they made even the skinniest models look unattractive. So far, this fashion week has completely changed my views about these two designers. Now, I’m already excited for next season to see what they have in store for us. What did you think about the two designers?

I have to admit I’ve never been a vest person. When I was little, pullover vests that my mom made me wear were my worst enemy. And I couldn’t understand the craze when puffy vests came into style in the ’90s. It was as if several marshmallow Michelin men had take over the streets. However, I kind of like the latest vest trend. Designers have finally found a way to make vests work, whether they’re long and flowy or short and studded.

The long vests or (sleeveless sweaters) that drape over any outfit really do go with anything. I recently bought one with an uncertainty in the back of my head, but I’ve come to find that they add an extra element to any outfit. Lindsay Lohan (pictured above) is rockin’ this trend in a gray one that looks very similar to mine. I also like the shorter vests with a couple of studs on them that continue to adorn various hipsters to date. Here’s Beyonce in a studded vest that certainly shows off her diva ways. Maybe it’s the rocker look that I like, but these 21st century vests have certainly changed my mind about this once-hated piece of apparel.

Are we ready for spring yet or what? With the winter well underway, here’s a bright and shining light to think about at the end of that dark, very snowy tunnel: Spring 2010 Fashion Trends. Each spring seems to get bolder and bolder, and this year is no exception. From bright colors to corsets to sporty wear to a possibly-Lady-Gaga-inspired “warrior” trend, this year’s spring and summer fashion trends cover such a large variety of styles that they may include just about anyone.

Tie Dye:

The seventies are still here to stay with a new tie-dye trend that’s becoming ever so popular. And not just a pick up a tie-dye shirt to take to the Bonnaroo Music Festival kind of tie dye. This trend is reaching new levels as designers incorporate tie dye into cocktail dresses and red carpet attire.

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