The Jumpsuit

After making its revived debut last Summer, the jumpsuit is in full swing for the masses this Spring. The style showed on the runways of countless designers this past Fall and is now available for purchase all over -got to love mass production. Here are a few high fashion finds to spur your interest along with a few that may work better under a budget.

Max Mara

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3.1 Phillip Lim
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Dolce & Gabbana

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Arden B. Embellished Charm Jumpsuit

$98 at ardenb.com

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Express Modern Jumpsuit

$79.50 at express.com

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Forever 21 Strapless Trouser Jumpsuit

$29.80 at forever21.com

Must Buy Now!

'Inspiration gives no warnings" ...waiting impatiently

I must say, despite my ever-evolving love of fashion, I am bored. I have been trying to gather lots of looks to bring in Spring with style, but I can't find the inspiration. Celebrity sightings- dull, fashion mags- underwhelming. I need something new and exciting but don't know where to find it. Here are a few things I'm at least looking forward to:

(1) Tomorrow night I am heading over to SHE Boutique in Lincoln Park to "Celebrate Chicago Style and Those Who Influence It" hosted by powerhouse women in the Chicago fashion scene. Hoping to meet some interesting people and track down some new trends. Always on the lookout!

(2) I am very much hoping that Patricia Field does a hell of a job styling the much anticipated Confessions of a Shopaholic movie, just so I have something new to oogle at. Here are some pics to hold you (me) over. 25 days...

I'm not really loving any of it yet- It's looking a little more fashion fantasy than fashion forward. I need a little Carrie Bradshaw & Co. back in my life.

(3) And, of course, Fashion Week is just around the corner, so hopefully spending hours watching fashion shows on Style.com will do some good...

Oh how I miss NYC and my favorite spot in the entire city, Bryant Park. Love love love.

EVEN BETTER!

Another from what is sure to be Miu Miu's most successful ad campaign. Gorgeous!

Fresh From My Favorites

Now this just really makes my day. I can't believe I'm a day late, but yesterday both Miu Miu and Armani debuted their new ad campaigns featuring my most loved, most watched, most envied living style icons, Katie Holmes and Victoria Beckam. LOVE.

RED CARPET RUN-DOWN

Now that I have had time to let the Golden Globes marinate, I thought I'd publish my opinion about the fashion hits and misses on the red carpet this year. Here I have the good, the bad, the blah and the just god-awful. To begin on a good note, my absolute favorite gown of the evening had to be the beautiful, tiered, black number worn by Evan Rachel Wood. This is my dream Red Carpet moment dress. FLAWLESS!

The Good...

These women gave me a good dose of Red Carpet fashion hits! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Eva Mendes in Dior

Gorgeous! Sleek winter white, an oversized unexpected bow and fabulous accessories- Perfection!

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Olivia Wilde in Reem Acra

This Springtime hue really translated well on the red carpet. It was subtle yet surprising and one of my favorites!

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Eva Longoria in Reem Acra

Though I am not usually a fan of Eva or the mermaid skirted gown, this sexy style completely stole the show- well done!

The Bad...

No, no, no, no, no! But really, am I all that surprised?

Jennifer Lopez in Marchesa

We've seen this all before. You are a mother of two who hasn't done much of anything in a loong time. Stop trying to dress like Ms. Golden Globe and cover up already!

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Drew Barrymore in Dior Haute Couture

The dress is pretty, fun, and fanciful. To ruin a Galliano creation with big southern stepford wife hair is just downright wrong. Being in the business forever, Drew should totally know better!
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Beyonce aka Sasha Fierce in Elie Saab Couture
I don't think this girl even knows the definition of class. A thigh-high slit, loads of cleavage, sparkle sparkle sparkle and a whole lotta bling- where have we seen this before?

The Blah...

You'd think these women- with all their talent, beauty, discretionary income and overall fabulousness- would come up with something a little more exciting than these for the Golden Globes. Just so blah... very disappointing ladies!

Cameron Diaz in Chanel Haute Couture

I know if I was wearing Chanel that was especially made for me,

I'd try to look like I didn't just get out of bed! Preposterous!
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Penelope Cruz in Giorgio Armani Prive-

How is it possible for such a sexpot to look so incredibly dull? Booring!

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Angelina Jolie in Atelier Versace-

Sure with that face, hair and bod she looks like a Grecian Goddess...

but for once I'd like to see her try something that isn't black, white or neutral!

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Kate Winslet in Yves St. Laurent-

A little too classic and refined for the Globes, where's the fun?

So happy she won though!

The God-Awful...

Renee Zellweger in Carolina Herrera

Renee absolutely takes the cake as worst dressed on the red carpet. The hair is reminiscent of a bad 1980s Prom 'do, the sheer top is screaming for undeserved attention and the skirt is a dramatic end to a red carpet tragedy. With all the beautiful gowns in the world you can't help but ask WHY?? Hopefully she will redeem herself at the Oscars... time to hire a new stylist!