Oscar Favorites

I love watching the Academy Awards because it combines my two loves - fashion and movies. From the opening montage to Anne Hathaway's fantastic wardrobe, there were plenty of memorable moments. Here are a few of my favorite red carpet arrivals.

Mandy Moore in Monique Lhuillier

Mila Kunis in Elie Saab Couture

Hailee Steinfeld in Marchesa

All pictures from style.com

Who were your favorites?

LC Lauren Conrad

I'm not a Kohl's shopper, but looking at the current LC Lauren Conrad collection has me rethinking that. From flirty dresses to the classic trench, many of Lauren Conrad's designs are fashionable and affordable. While I'm not a fan of every piece in the collection, the dresses are sweet, and I could easily imagine wearing any of them to a family brunch or on a first date. The trench, so cheerful and feminine, begs to be worn during spring showers and will have you hoping for rain.

LC Lauren Conrad Floral Chiffon Dress

LC Lauren Conrad Trench Coat

LC Lauren Conrad Floral Ruffle Chiffon Dress

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Things i LOVE Thursday

Starting my morning with a cup of tea

Making a sundress in anticipation of spring

Watching The Secret of Moonacre

Playing games on Lumosity

Listening to "Perfect" by Pink

Hearting this skirt by Many Belles Down

Wanting these sunglasses from Forever 21

Reading Audition by Michael Shurtleff

Baking oatmeal chocolate chip cookies

Loving these cute tights

T-Post: The World's First Wearable Magazine

Journalism as we know it is changing and not just because of the Internet. T-Post, the world's first wearable magazine, is cleverly redefining print media. Each issue features a design that reflects the article printed on the inside of the t-shirt. Merging new artists with current events, T-Post inspires conversation as wells as international awareness.

I was sent t-shirt issue #48 to review. The illustration, a toilet paper reconstruction of Che Guevara designed by Stefan G. Bucher, hints at the inside article covering the toilet paper shortage in Cuba.

I love the concept of the wearable magazine. An issue costs approximately $26, and a new issue is available every 5 weeks. A subscription would make a great gift or a fabulous way to expand your own t-shirt collection.

What do you think of the wearable magazine?

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The Skinny Cargo Debate

I love skinny jeans. I live in skinny jeans. I'm just not sure about skinny cargo pants. I like the idea of them - a chic twist on a utilitarian classic, but I'm concerned about those pockets. Roomy pockets are great, but on skinny pants, they just don't look right. Still, I am tempted to add a pair to my wardrobe since skinny cargos are popping up in almost every store. Obviously, it's time I braved the dressing room and tried a pair on.

Banana Republic Skinny Cargo

Forever 21 Knee Seam Cargo Pants

What do you think of skinny cargo pants?

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CSN Stores Giveaway!

A taste of spring is in the air, and it feels wonderful to leave the house wearing just a light jacket. While snow is in the forecast for next week, I've already got the itch to spring clean. It's time for a room makeover, so I'm super excited to be hosting a CSN stores giveaway. If your in the mood for a room makeover, too, All Modern is a great place to look for office accessories, modern furniture, and contemporary lighting. CSN is offering a $35 gift certificate (does not cover shipping) good at any of their 200+ stores, so you're bound to find something you like.

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Giveaway open until midnight, February 28, 2011.

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Things i LOVE Thursday

Wrapping on a wonderful set

Reading Dreaming Anastasia by Joy Preble

thanks to the Kindle for BlackBerry app

Laughing while watching the first episode of Genuine Ken

Putting Nelly's "Just A Dream" on repeat

Browsing these wonderful pictures by e-nidhi

Wanting to try TokyoMilk Salted Caramel No. 36 Lip Elixir

Hearting this cute floral dress from Forever 21

Loving this grosgrain bag from Topshop

Flipping through matchbook

Feeling like spring is in the air