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Thursday, March 11, 2010
Every year, people dish about their favorite and least-favorite Oscar looks after the big night. I prefer to take a different spin on the situation, picking out elegant styles worthy of incorporating into my own spring wardrobe. Here are the trends I’ll be emulating. To see the top styles I'm mentioning, go here and click on the thumbnail images to find your favorite celebs.

Subtle Patterns
Both Maggie Gyllenhaal and Rachel McAdams pulled off patterned gowns this year, and I plan to do the same when sundress season rolls around. Slightly tropical or watercolor-inspired patterns in tones that aren’t drastically bright can make an elegant, stylish statement for casual or formal situations. Read full story

Creative Balance
New look bridges casual, formal settings

After working in leadership development at Luck Stone for more than a decade, John Sarvay, 41, started his own business, Floricane (928-2818 or floricane.com) about a year ago. He now works mainly with nonprofits and cultural organizations, doing strategic planning and facilitation. Stylist Megan Marconyak notes that while Sarvay was comfortable with his usual attire for casual and formal settings, “he wanted an in-between style he could wear to meetings with clients that would show Read full story

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