Billboard Music Awards

I hope you were all as excited as I was to watch the Billboard Music Awards on ABC tonight (minus the fact that Pitbull was there)! Anything the combines fashion and music is right up my alley. While I watched with my computer on my lap, I  mastered the art of multitasking, so my typing did not distract me from the amazingness that was going on on the tv.  Here’s a recap of my favorite outfits, performances and of course the things that I just hated (cough Pitbull cough):

**be sure to check my twitter feed for my live reactions

Selena Gomez dazzled in gold while performing her new hit single, Come and Get it. She donned a gorgeous double slit gold dress with gold armor on top, sleek straight hair and eye bling to tie it all together. Sure she was dressed like a modern Cleopatra, but she rocked it and looked fabulous.

at least he knew…

Not Chris Brown’s greatest performance, but he did kill the moves in the end looking sleek in all black everything (my favorite). Part of me just can’t get over the fact that he, ya know, pummeled the shit out of Rihanna 4 years ago. Whatever right? Physical abuse was the new black in 2009. I think pregnancy is the new black now, but I really can’t keep track.

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis are just amazing. Always. I can’t wait to see them at the Budweiser Made in America Tour. Although a little part of me died when I found out that Macklemore was engaged.

Gangnam style is not a rap song…it’s not even a real song. It’s just a bunch of noise with a weird dance that goes along with it. I can’t.

Thank you for making it clear that you’re not a virgin anymore, Will-I-Am, or however the hell you spell your name these days.

Hate all you want on me for saying this, but: Dear Justin Bieber, you are not Michael Jackson. Please stop trying. The monkey was cute at first, but once you started with the freak outs, the mask and your overall just odd actions, you lost me. You’re 19. Act like it.

Why does Pitbull exist? I honestly don’t get it. Sometimes I wonder if he actually has eyes underneath those sunglasses.

Miley Cyrus will always be my obsession and I will always approve of her outfit choices. Tonight is not an exception. I love jumpsuits and the black/white combo worked amazingly with her fierce red lip. Plus, I’m pretty sure she rolled her eyes when she announced J.Biebz’ win for best male artist.

Miguel- I just love you. Your voice. Your face. Your outfit. Just amazing.

WHY IS PITBULL ON MY SCREEN AGAIN?! WHAT THE HELL!?

Jenny McCarthy looks like she’s going to a black tie music festival. I kind of don’t hate it.

Perfectly said

Can we just pretend that Justin Bieber’s speech never happened?

Taylor Swift won artist of the year. Not so sure I agree, but good for her! Also her dress is banging!

Also, Nicki Minaj and Lil’ Wayne killed it. Lap dance on stage. So sexual

Ok I’m so over it. Overall it was a pretty interesting show and Justin had a mini freakout, so I’m happy. I can’t wait until someone makes a gif of that speech. What did you guys think?

weezy said it best

Met Gala 2013

It’s that time of the year again where celebs across the globe flock to New York City’s Metropolitan Museum of Art for the Costume Institute Benefit. The exhibit’s theme this year is Punk: Chaos to Couture. I love anything and everything “punk” so I was ecstatic while waiting to see some of this year’s fashionable interpretations of the theme. Needless to say, I was very impressed. Check out some of my fav looks and even some of my most hated ones of the evening.

Unlike everyone else in the world, I have stood strong by Anne Hathaway and this whole outfit just proves my stance.  This vintage Valentino is amazingly chic and looks perfect on her petite frame. But my favorite part: the hair. I just can’t. It’s amazing and I can’t stop staring at it. I was quick to jump on the platinum train (aka I loved it on everyone BUT me) when Miley made the change, and I love it even more now that Anne has joined the group. It’s such a bold look and Anne is killing it.

I love Emma Watson and the fact that she has left her “Harry Potter awkwardness” behind and has adapted to young adulthood.  She is looking fierce in this Prabal Gurung cutout piece, doing punk in a subtle way. The simple hair, makeup,  and pumps make her look her age- something that many actresses lose sight of (you’re 18, put some pants on). This look would have been an A++ had she donned some punky accessories like a spiked bracelet and some fierce rings.

Givenchy is all over this red carpet and I am loving every second of it. Rooney Mara is not spared in my crazed love fest. I think I may have had heart palpitations when I first saw Mara’s photo on Popsugar. The cut, color, fit and fabric of this gown are everything- don’t even get me started on the shoes (I’ll give you a hint: too DIE for). Everything down to her slick, pulled back hair and fiercely dark lipstick make this whole look too chic for words. In a room full of black, Mara shines in white and she kills it. I think this may be my favorite of the night. Yep. It is.

This ensamble is everything. The gown, the shoes, the HEADPIECE! I love it all. SJP did everything right here with her Giles Deacon gown and fabulous Philip Treacy headdress that I’m absolutely obsessed with. She took the “punk” theme to another level and just perfected everything here. You win this one SJP.

My fav GIRLS star Allison Williams is killing it in this sheer Joseph Altuzarra piece. The different panels of fabric give this gown so much dimension, but the black keeps it chic and classic. I wish she would have put her hair up to show off the neck line a little more, but you can’t win them all.

There are so many more ensambles that I am crushing on right now, but I don’t want to over stimulate your brains. If you have a second (you do), check out the other fab pieces worn by: Nicole Richie, Tay Swift, Blake Lively, JLo and Dakota Fanning.

Obviously this wouldn’t be a good post without some horrible outfits, so here they are:

Worst Dressed

I’ll be the first to admit that I have a serious girl crush on Miley- like borderline obsessive (aka completely obsessive). I was loving on her outfit before I realized that she was donning a Kate Moss repeat. Honestly, I really don’t give a shit because, hello we all wear the same clothes, but when you’re constantly in the spotlight, you should try and steer clear from the same thing another spotlighter wore (and looked fab in). Then again, I’m not famous so like, what do I know?

Honestly, I’m a huge fan of Kimmy K’s Riccardo Tisci gown- I just don’t think it’s a winner when you’re seriously preggo.  Don’t get me wrong- I’ve already announced my hatred via twitter for people bashing on Kimmy’s weight gain (um HELLO she’s pregnant, that’s what happens)- but I think she would have been better suited with a simpler piece.  With that being said, this long-sleeve gown hides the belly well and she is still just as stunning as ever. (*Note, my mind keeps changing so I’m half in love and half hate it…)

Ok, this one I ACTUALLY hate. Madona- I love you, but this is just not ok. I know you have a rockin’ bod and you just never age, but like, you’re 54 years old. Please stop dressing like your daughter. She just went too far here. Had she paired the blazer with some hotpants or literally anything besides whatever the hell she has on, I would have loved it…but alas, she did not. Oh, and the pink shoes? Like, why?

The sun goddess has arrived. I love Mary-Kate and her crazy digs, but this one is just not for me.  MK’s small frame drowns in this vintage Dior and she truly stands out, but not in a good way. Had she maybe done an updo it would have been better, but everything together just makes me cringe a little and want to put on some sunnies.

I already have a serious vendetta against Lindsey Vonn, mostly because I was in love with Elin, but this poor excuse for a red carpet gown just makes our feud ten times worse. She looks like she is trying out her half of an angel/devil costume (not sure which one she is)  and um Linds, I think you better go with something else. Could you really not find anything else to wear besides this ill-fitting, white mesh, thing? Lets be real for a sec Linds- we all know you’re not just with Woods for his amazing honesty and ability to hold trust. I think he could have spared a few bucks for a personal stylist, or at least a trip to 5th Ave instead of Forever 21. In a word, you look like shit. Sorry I’m not. I still hate you.

Now Playing: Yoga Beats

As of late (ok I’ve been slacking “lately”) I’ve been hitting the local yoga studio in my little slice of suburbia heaven (read: hell).  I get stressed very easily, as you can probably tell if you read my tweets, so sometimes I just need an hour to unwind and actually be told to relax.  I find that even if my crazed thoughts race right back after savasana, that hour of pure bliss can get me through another day of hell (ok, my life isn’t that hard, but sometimes it seems like it).

Since I haven’t been able (read: too lazy) to get to the studio recently, I’ve been compiling my own yoga playlist on my iTunes and I must say that I’m really digging it (do people still say ‘digging it?’).  I figured that I would grace you all with some of my favorite selections while you engage in some yoga poses.  I find that my all-time favorite pose is that of the child.  I hate kids, but boy do they know what’s up when it comes to relaxation.

1. Dream- Alice Smith

This song is perfect for vinyasa and sun salutations because it is upbeat, but Smith holds some of her notes a little longer so it helps with the flow.  I love the jazz-like tones in her voice and music, making her cd transitional to every mood and/or situation.

2. Coastin’- Zion I

This one is a little more upbeat and I find that it is great for running on the treadmill (last time I checked, like 3 months ago). This track is also great for vinyasa, maybe a little faster, and I like it for my stretches- definitely stretches pre-workout, as I find that more mellow tunes are better for my deep stretches post-workout.

3. Jar of Hearts- Christina Perri

This is definitely one of the more “angsty” yoga songs that work for me, but it does just that: it works.  I find that Perri’s words and beat are especially good for when I’m feeling exceptionally angry at the male population.  I’ve been working on channeling my anger into other outlets, one being yoga, and I’ve found that listening to songs about how men (and women) suck and we are so much better off without them, really helps me unleash everything (yes, I’m extremely single. I get it). This track is a little angry, very fluid and motivates me to be like, “hey, fuck you, I’m going to kick ass at yoga now,” and I love every second of it.

4. In the Waiting Line- Zero 7

While this is my favorite yoga beat, it is also one of my favorite songs in general.  Zero 7, much like Frou Frou (Imogen Heap), has such a chilled out vibe that goes perfectly with pretty much anything from yoga, to running, to drinking wine, to just laying in your bed staring at the ceiling. As you may have noted in previous “Now Playing” posts, I’m very big on really hearing the lyrics in a song and understanding them, and In the Waiting Line is one of those songs that speaks to me.  I know that I sound like the biggest music snob on Earth right now, but it’s too true not to talk/write/whatever about.  This track is all about throwing away the “9 to 5″ ideal and not wasting your life with mundane acts. I’m definitely not a “9 to 5″ type, so I often find myself switching to this track when I’m feeling like my life is getting too bland and I need to remember that there is an escape.

Sorry that was so deep. I really like this song, ok?

Top 3

3. Risk Taking

I was speaking to a friend the other day about how I’ve been saving up my money and when she asked what for, I had no answer for her.  Obviously I want to save up in case of an emergency and for a future apartment (cough-I live with my parents-cough), but right now I’m pretty much staying put, so why let these dollars keep burning a hole in my bank account?  I’m not getting crazy or anything trying to blow my money on lavish gifts (that’s what my parents are for- I know they are reading this), but I want to use some of what I have for a little fun! This idea brought me to www.cloud9living.com (which I found in this Cosmopolitan article about anniversary gifts for men…even though I have no man to celebrate an anniversary with. WHATEVER).  I found some great adventures at extremely reasonable prices, including white water rafting, stock car driving and flying lessons.  I’ve already been skydiving once (best day ever), so I’m thinking that taking flying lessons will be fairly similar, minus the whole “jumping out” thing. YOLO RIGHT?

Any ideas for more adventurous trips and activities?

2. Taste of Summer

Last week it was 80 degrees. In April. Literally, my dream. Growing up in PA, you would think that I’ve grown accustomed to cold temperatures. Well, you’d be wrong. I detest the cold.  There have been times where I have straight up refused to go to class or work because it was too cold for me to leave my house.  Call me high maintenance, I don’t really care. As long as I’m warm you can call me whatever you like. Having those warm days, although brief, gave me hope for an end to this frigid weather.  It also reminded me that with warm weather, comes warm weather clothes! I may or may not have indulged in some summer attire (the sun gets to my head, causing me to blackout and online shop) with the money that I mentioned above (so much for not blowing it).  Here are some of my newest additions:

These are actually my favorite shorts…ever. The 3″ chinos from J.Crew fit amazingly and can be dressed up or down.  I have them in about 6 different colors and I just acquired a pair of cobalt ones (they are sold out online) that I’m so excited to break them in.

I’m so happy that DimepieceLA restocked their signature “Ain’t No Wifey” tank.  A simple tank AND a feminist message? Sign me up!

I don’t have this fab Dolce Vita romper, but in case any of my family members are reading this, I would LOVE to pair this with some fab Jeffrey Campbells this summer! In case you were wondering…

1. Budweiser Made in America Festival

I am so happy that I got my Budweiser Made in America Festival tickets on presale today for $99 (BOTH days!)!!  I have been looking forward to this event since I missed out on it last year.  This year’s headliner is the Queen.  Queen Bey, that is. She’ll be performing among some amazing artists including A$AP, Kendrick Lamar, Imagine Dragons, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, and Miguel, just to name a few.

Want to get your tickets for this amazing event?  You can do so here!