Oscar Inspired Part 1

I love the escapism of a good film.  I especially love when I leave the theater full of ideas and feeling inspired by the flick’s sets, costumes and mood.

Since the Oscars always seem to fall right on the cusp of the changing fashion season…I thought it would be fun to look at a few of my favorite nominees and think about how they can inspire the perfect looks for Spring 2010.

Coco Before Chanel

Ingenue, chic and oh-so-very French.  Coco before the Boucle, bows and glitz.  Crisp, white shirts and tops with simple cuts.  Classic navy & white stripes with a modern twist (her sailor shirt is a classic now- but think how fashion forward it was for her day), unadorned nails and lips-instead a youthful flush cheek.

NIne

Life is a cabaret. Sexy, sexy and coy.  Strong and feminine at the same time.  A touch of classic colors and shapes paired with up-to-date motifs and style.  Feathery and sparkly, strong lips, smokey eyes and unadulterated energy.

Bright Star

Complex yet simple. Romantic and poetic. Soft grays and heathery purples and blues.  Sheer fabrics and ruffles. Bright fragrances (Jo Malone-Nectarine Blossom & Honey, yum), simple, shiny hair pulled in a tight chignon.

Young Victoria

Regal, ahead of one’s time.  Jewel tones and taffeta, Emeralds and Blue Sapphires.  Cuffs, embellishments, bows and shine.  Prime and proper with a fierce edge.

The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus

Pure fantasy.  Dramatic shapes accessorized with lucite and metals that have a touch of the surreal.  Cut outs textures mixed with theatrical layers and pale frosty tones.

Next:  Part 2, I’ll get a bit more animated.

All film images from Oscars.com All fashion images from Elle.com All make up images from Sephora.com
Image of perfume from Jo Malone.com