Links à la Mode (February 26th): Style Conscious

Believe it or not, the fashion industry is the second most dangerous industry to the planet. Between the (leather) tanning, gold mining and dye industries, fashion may look great on you, but not so much on "Mother Earth." This week we have links to bloggers who are looking into what it means to be a kinder consumer of fashion. And of course, we're all still gossiping about that Oscar's red carpet too.

• Adorned in Armor: Dear Black People, You Are Your Hair. Love, America
• A Glamourous Revelation: I Was *That* Annoying Fashion Blogger
• Art Becomes You: 7 Pairs of Zara Shoes or 1 Pair of Jimmy Choo?
• Chicagoings: The 5 Items You Need for Winter
• Christine Violet: Nature Inspired Fashion
• Chromo Beauty: A Chat With Allison Raskin
• DressCode:HighFashion: Top 10 Oscar's Looks
• Fashion Culturalist: 7 Lessons in Fashion from NYFW
• Fashion Trends and More: Philadelphia Fashion Week
• Ginger Side of Life: How to Get the Perfect Bun
• Hello Handbag: Drool worthy Bags With a Compassionate Twist
• I Can Style U: Dude Create a Fury for Spring 2015
• Inexpensive Chic: How to Dress Stylishly in The Extreme Cold
• Les Assorties: OWAIS HAJI X MAHEEN KHAN
• Life in the Fash Lane: 7 Things I Learned About Fashion Blogging
• Riva la Diva: DIY Burberry Prorsum's Scarf Look
• See Lark: How to Wear Color
• Storybook Apothecary: That Time My Boyfriend And I Joined OK Cupid
• TLV Birdie: Scandinavian Minimalist Makeup
• Wishing for Chanel: Going Cruelty Free

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The Top 10 Oscar Looks 2015

Jennifer Lopez wore a Chanel gown and a Salvatore Ferragamo clutch.


Petra Nemcova in a metallic Marchesa gown and a Salvatore Ferragamo clutch.

   Behati Prinsloo wore Armani Couture and deGrisogono jewelry.

Molly Sims in a Tom Ford gown and a Salvatore Ferragamo clutch.


Lily Collins wore Zuhair Murad and a Salvatore Ferragamo clutch.


Zoe Saldana in a Prabal Gurung chiffon gown and a Salvatore Ferragamo clutch.

Kate Upton wore a black Roland Mouret gown and a Salvatore Ferragamo clutch.


Meryl Streep wore Lanvin and Salvatore Ferragamo clutch.


Kerry Washington wore a Miu Miu champagne double faced satin bustier top with a bodice enriched with floral motif crystal embroidery. The champagne chiffon skirt is fully embroidered with glass beads and pearls. She complemented the look with a rectangular mirrored clutch. All by Miu Miu. 

Chloe Grace Moretz selected a Miu Miu peach floral printed silk taffetas chiné strapless gown with ivory lace enfolded vertical pleats, and ivory-hued satin trim. She complemented the look with burgundy strappy platform sandals and a red silk duchesse clutch. All by Miu Miu.

Photos are property of the respective brands and/or Getty Images.

Jennifer Lopez` Chanel gown is my absolute favourite! A dream!

What are your favourite Oscar looks 2015?

Charlotte Olympia Shoes S/S 15

Photos © Charlotte Olympia.

What an adorable collection! I love that it fits this season`s Wild West trend.

What are your favourites?

Dior Homme S/S 15

Photos: Patrice Stable.

I`m loving the fresh and contemporary suits.

What are your favourite looks and details?

Balmain S/S 15

Photos © Balmain.

I`m loving the sensual chiffon looks! Awesome collection.

What are your favourite details?

Season Favourite: Prada S/S 15 Ad Campaign by Steven Meisel

  Can a woman exude confidence yet be relaxed; appear uninhibited and carefree, yet remain in control? These seemingly contradictory states are explored in the new campaign for Prada by Steven Meisel.
   
Gemma Ward, Julia Nobis and Ine Neefs take centre stage. They are all portrayed in a different mood: stoic, psychedelic and intimate. A black and white studio shot is strong and defiant. A graffiti pastel backdrop channels movement and a youthful attitude. Then we’re drawn in close, into a seductive bedroom scene.

 
The diverse settings, contrasting moods and seemingly disconnected narratives form a dynamic backdrop for the Spring/Summer collection. The clothes draw together this diverse series, with a distinctive blend of fabrics, colours and silhouettes. Precious materials – antique brocade modelled on the 1800s through to the 60s – meets humble cotton, gauze and raw leather. Silk jacquard socks are a modern and elegant leitmotif.
 
  The season’s bags are reinterpreted in their own revealing character study. One moment they are held protectively, the next they are casually flung on to a bed. Still lives suggest a free and fleeting moment, as if the wearer has just arranged them in a peculiar bedroom ritual. Within each image the many facets of the Prada woman shift and overlap, part of an interconnected and contradictory story. A spirit of confidence and optimism suggest there are many more stories to be told.
   Pictures © Prada.

How amazing to see Gemma Ward in a Prada ad again. I`m loving the elegant yet mysterious mood that Steven Meisel creates in this wonderful ad campaign. Season favourite!
How do you like the ad campaign?

10 Romantic Dresses for Valentines Day 2015

Burberry


Jenny Packham


Vivienne Westwood Gold Label


Burberry


Burberry


Vivienne Westwood Red Label


Roberto Cavalli


Jenny Packham


Salvatore Ferragamo


Burberry

Pictures are property of the respective brands.

Which dress would you wear, Ladies??