Style Stop: Oscars Recap!

Did you check out the Oscars last night? I did and I really loved what I saw! There were definitely some winners last night!  Check out my recap segment on WWAY's Style Stop and some more of my favorites below!




THE WINNERS

Not only did Lupita Nyong'o win Best Supporting Actress for her breathtaking role in "12 Years A Slave" but she also rocked the red carpet with her "Nairobi Blue" Prada dress. The actress reportedly tried on 70 dresses before deciding on this one!

Charlize Theron slayed the red carpet in her simple, yet elegant Dior dress. Then again, when has she EVER failed us?

Cate Blanchett was STUNNING in her sheer Armani Prive dress. LOVE. 

MENSWEAR

I was thrilled to see white tux jackets and navy and burgundy tuxedos. Men were all about making a statement last night!

Ryan Seacrest

Kevin Spacey

Michael B. Jordan looked rather dapper in this Givenchy tux with detailed collar and flashy kicks.

We've seen men rock shorts with blazers during the summer. That's one thing. But Pharrell's Lanvin tux with shorts was a different level. I queried several male fashion enthusiasts to get their thoughts. Some were just as torn as I was. The look screams little boy church suit.  But then again, it's Pharrell, a dude who is usually ahead of the fashion curve anyway. And honestly, I can think of several stylish gents who can easily pull this off. So this look, although an acquired taste and NOT for everyone, gets a thumbs up from me.  I'm willing to bet we'll see this look again but in the Port City.

ACCESSORIES

And can we take a moment to check out the evening's accessories? 

 Ok, one more shout out for Charlize! Check out that Harry Winston Diamond Drop Necklace! That piece of fabulousness was worth a whopping $15 million!

So, I think I'm digging this adorable Fred Leighton headband and crescent earrings. Some weren't a fan of the headband, but I think it was sweet enough for someone like Lupita to pull off! 

Peep these Chopard drop earrings that showcase opals set in white gold and diamonds.  They went perfectly with Cate's dress!

Naomi Watts was all about the Bulgari accessories, particularly this geometric clutch. Very fab.

So what were your favorite looks from the Oscars? What looks did you hate?

Style Stop: Men's Springs Trends

It was all about the fellas on today's Style Stop! I worked with Bloke and J. McLaughlin to create two stylish looks that will surely be on trend in the Port City.

Get the Look

On Remington (left): Carnegie Button Down in Sunset Gingham, Kerouac Twill Pant in oatmeal, the 1977 belt in cognac and a medium Sailcloth Duffle Bag, all compliments of the local J. McLaughlin shop at Lumina Station.

On Jack (right): Penguin floral shirt, a Tee By Big Star shirt underneath, with Selvedge denim and a blue and suede Hershel Supply Co. backpack, all courtesy of Bloke.



On myself, I'm mixing up the patterns with a Polka Dot Shirt, with Spring Striped Skirt and Flower Necklace, all from the local Talbots on Oleander Drive.

Style Stop: Last-Minute NYE Looks

On this week's installment of "Style Stop" on WWAY's "Good Morning Carolina," we discussed some last-minute looks for New Year's Eve. If you waited until today to get your outfit together, here are some ways to upgrade your look from casual to party chic!

Shop the Look

Lydia
Everyone on set wanted to steal this gorgeous ark & co dress! I absolutely LOVED the bow detailing on the back! The dress, along with the stunning statement necklace and fur shrug (shown in the video), were all from Lula Balou in Wilmington.

Tal
I'm really huge on mixing patterns so it was fun to do this with Tal. The windowpane Peter Millar sport coat and flower-print tie played well with the striped Eton shirt and brown color-trimmed pocket square. With the exception of Tal's dark-wash denim, all of these awesome pieces are from Gentleman's Corner in Wilmington. 

Myself
I kept my look casual but fun with a Jewel-Collar Denim Shirt, Bead Dot Sweater and dark-wash jeans, all from Talbots at Oleander Drive in Wilmington.

From left to right: WWAY "Good Morning Carolina" anchor Randy Aldridge, model Lydia Chandler, myself, model Tal Moss and GMC anchor Ashley Jacobs!

Would you like some more last-minute style tips? Contact me for more information on my services!

If I were a boy. . . I'd wear a cravat

One of my stylish guy pals told me about this awesome neckwear brand called Distinguished Cravat that's based out of Charlotte. 

What's a cravat, you ask? It's a neckband and the forerunner of the modern tailored necktie and bow tie. 

Fellas - and ladies, who plan to purchase a stylish gift for your man - take note. The Distinguished Cravats are effortlessly dapper and can upgrade any man's wardrobe.  According to the website, designer Kate Ross believes that "As the world evolves, Distinguished Cravat will continue to build the esteems of ordinary people, making an extraordinary difference, one Cravat at a time."

Be sure to keep an eye on this brand and check out the website, DistinguishedCravat.com.

Impressive detail. 

Debonair.

Photos sourced from DistinguishedCravat.com