Blog Posts by Rue de Chic

Beyonce kicked things off in a very sheer and feathered Givenchy numberThe Costume Institute Gala was the event du jour last night with stars from the music and acting realms colliding with the elite of the fashion world. Beyonce, Gwyneth Paltrow, Cate Blanchett, Rihanna, Scarlett Johansson and other Hollywood heavy hitters took over the famous carpeted stairs of New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art. With tickets reportedly costing $25,000 per individual, the event often deemed as the "Oscars of the fashion world", provided no shortage of Haute Couture at it's best and worst. Click here for a breakdown of the night's best and worst looks by fashion house.

They say accessories make the outfit. A statement necklace, detailed drop earrings, a cocktail ring or draped scarf in a shocking color can put a stylish stamp on the simplest look and all of a sudden, you're elevated to the next level. After a winter of layering, we're skipping into spring with a little help and inspiration from some stylish and seriously sexy men of the past --this spring is all about the perfectly structured wool fedora. Not to be left behind, Hollywood has already taken note of this trend. Check out the gallery for the many ways to pretty up this look.

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Not quite winter and not quite spring--As the weather continues to fluctuate, check out a few tips for staying stylish while mixing and matching pieces from different seasons.
Wearing: Doo.Ri dress and Zara color blocked sandals

Jennifer Lopez glows in tangerineIn this past week's best looks, quirky prints take center stage, jumpsuits make a chic return, ladylike sheath dresses reign supreme and we get some prerequisite but irresistible pop of color. Check out stars like Jennifer Lopez, Gabrielle Union and Charlize Theron as they shine on and off the red carpet. Click here for this past week's fashion round up.

Beyonce goes neon in a Michael Kors Cashmere top and patchwork Etro skirtLadies and gents of style, fasten your fashionable seat belts, we're taking a little spin around the 80s this spring. In case you've missed all the shocking neon colors, bowler hats, ripped cut-off shorts, over the shoulder blouses and round rimmed glasses making a splash, fashion is taking inspiration from the past again. The 80s have always been questionable style-wise so it's been an interesting surprise to see so many pieces from that era popping up. Fear not however, even the most questionable trends can be tweaked and turned into the ultimate chic pieces. One trend we have in mind is the neon look. Blindingly bright yellows, hot pinks and blood orange have all gotten a style makeover this season and we're loving it. Here are some uber chic looks to inspire you.

Breaking down the best and worst looks of the week - The Music InsiderJennifer Lopez brings the heat in short shorts, country music darling, Carrie Underwood shines in iridescent Oscar de la Renta and Katy Perry goes over board in color and print. It's that time of the week again, join me as I break down the hottest and not so hot looks in music with The Music Insider host, Downtown Julie Brown. Wearing: Crinkled door.ri for Macy's cherry tomato pleated dress with skinny belt and double strap color blocked Zara sandals.
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Despite some negative whispers about her This year's Academy Awards Red Carpet was filled with shimmer, shine, delicate and intricate beading and embroidery, gorgeous silhouettes and some stand out looks. From peplum skirts to one shouldered looks, vintage pieces and matching capes, click here for a complete breakdown of the night's biggest trends, outstanding looks and the not so impressive ones too.

Salma Hayek stuns in figure hugging GucciIf there's one woman who knows how to dress her body to perfection in Hollywood, it's Salma Hayek. A current style fixture on the red carpet, she chooses cuts and styles that accentuate her hour glass figure without missing a beat. While attending the Goya Cinema Awards in Madrid, she looked effortlessly elegant and every inch the movie star in a plum colored, pleated Gucci gown complete with a dazzling multi-link Maison Boucheron diamond necklace. Click here to see her full look.