Prada's Infusion Delight

Spring is in the air and so are all the lovely things that come with it. This April, Prada will be producing a double feature for the male and female audience. Infusion de Tubereuse for the ladies and Infusion De Vetiver for the gents. Part of the designer's Ephemeral Infusion collection. The fragrances which each retail between $74-$135 are conveniently packaged to include a body lotion and shower gel. Check the counters at Saks, Barney's and Bergdorf and get a whiff of Prada's exotic lingering blend of the best spices in the world.

Oscar 2010 Recap

Oscar 2010 has come and gone and the winners are now basking in their new found golden moment. Sandra Bullock was a lock for Best Actress even though there was much hope for newcomer Gabourey Sidibe. Jeff Bridges who won for Best Actor was also an expected win. But Kathryn Bigelow was a pleasant surprise with her Best Director win for the critically acclaimed Best Picture nominee and winner The Hurt Locker. She made history for being the first woman to claim victory in that category. Mo'Nique graciously accepted her Best Supporting Actress Award for her haunting performance in Precious as did Christoph Walz who won the Best Supporting Actor Award for his much buzzed about role in Inglourios Basterds. Avatar did not carry over its box office magic to the golden stage and was left in the dust created by the war film The Hurt Locker which managed to snag six Oscarwins. The night was thankfully not without some tense and uncomfortable moments. One in particular centered around the awkward moment shared between Roger Ross Williams and Elinor Burkett. During his acceptance speech for the Best Documentary Short for Music by Prudence, his former colleague decided she needed some camera time too and proceeded storm the stage and cut off Williams with ramblings of her own. Due to creative differences and other legal matters she had been fired from the project earlier on which had undoubtedly strained their relationship. Nevertheless it was definitely an uncomfortable display of confusion. Another issue of much contention is the Farrah Fawcett factor. The beloved Charlie's Angels star who lost her battle with cancer last summer was weirdly omitted from the memorial montage segment of the show. But even more stunning was the fact that Michael Jackson made the cut. No offense but Michael Jackson was not exactly lauded for his acting chops. Word on the street is that Fawcett's long time love Ryan O'Neal is devastated and outraged and is demanding an apology and explanation from the Academy who issued a statement that basically explained the fact that including everyone that passed away in the montage is an impossible feat so it was nothing pesonal that she was left out. Hmmm...somehow that explanation doesn't seem satisfactory enough for such an obvious oversight. But on the whole the telecast was pleasant and entertaining if not soothingly light-hearted. Another Oscar night bites the dust!

Red Carpet Dazzles As Oscar Arrivals Take Center Stage

The Oscars are here!! And the Red Carpet is simply glowing with the electrical current vibrating from the arrival of the STARS of film and television. It looks like everyone got the memo this year because it has been a stunning display so far. Even mommy-to-be Paula Patton refused to be left in the dust and wowed in her custom made orange faille gown by Carolina Herrera. Best Actress nominee Vera Farmiga stunned in her ruffled confection by Marchesa. The fuchsia color is absolutely delightful and despite all the elaborate details her waist still managed to dominate. If I had to imagine my dream gown for Hollywood's BIG NIGHT, it would be the one Sarah Jessica Parker sashayed in tonight! Her gown was beyond stunning! The pale yellow silk ensemble with the eye-popping embellished bodice by Chanel dazzles and stuns and leaves us breathless. Another Queen of the Night was Queen Latifah who certainly knows how to make an entrance in her sparkling sapphire confettied satin gown. She looked appropriately sexy. Actress Rachel McAdams deserves a shoutout for her gorgeous strapless Elie Saab gown, with its sweeping romantic flare. Best actress nominee Gabourey Sidibe definitely put her best foot forward and figure too with her stunning display of elegance in her cobalt blue off-the-shoulder gown by Marchesa. Avatar beauty Zoe Saldana proved her Runway prowness with her fashion foward Givenchy couture gown with its shimmering bodice and colorfully divine tulle skirted bottom. Oscar nominee Carey Mulligan has a level of sophistication that is unusual for a 24 year old, and it shows in her choice of her Swarovski slathered shiny black Prada gown. Its intricately perfected and compliments both her fair complexion and blonde hair. Acress Kate Winslet should be hailed as the Master of Ceremony because she knows how to get our attention and keep it. Her silk Yves Sain Laurent ensemble is just what Oscar ordered. It effortlessly shows off her flawless figure. Another Red Carpet goddess has to be Penelope Cruz who looked good enough to eat in her bordeaux duchess satin drapery by Donna Karan. Although slightly ill-fitting, its hard to criticize anything this Spanish bombshell shows up in. Best Actress nominee Sandra Bullock looks like she is enjoying her long deserved recognition and what a way to celebrate! She looked gorgeously angelic in her metallic and lace Marchesa gown. Her hair and bold makeup completed her look. Beloved actress Meryl Streep may not win the Oscar tonight, but she was certainly a winner on the red carpet. Known for her electic persuasions, she took it to another level in her stunningly steaming classic white gown by Chris March with the draped detail that showed off the right amount of sexiness to keep her and all of us happy. Latin Fever has reached a new high with La Lopez! Jennifer Lopez was breathtaking in her well sculptured Armani Prive silk organza gown from the Sprin 2010 collection. If this is what a mother of twins looks like then I guess there is hope for us all! Cameron Diaz also shimmered and glittered in her Oscar de la Renta gown. It was a very fetching and entertaining Red Carpet and a worthy way to end the award season.

Spirit Awards - A Fitting Prelude to the Oscars

It seems like everyone had a "Precious" time at the Independent Spirit Awards. These awards typically honor the best in Independent Films and "Precious", the moving drama starring Mo'Nique and Gabourey Sidibe and directed by Lee Daniels took the scored in most of the major categories - best picture, best actress, best director and best supporting actress and actor. The film about the struggles of an obese, illiterate Harlem teenager is also an Academy Award nominee for best picture, best director, best actress, and best supporting actress. Another big winner of the night was Jeff Brideges who sealed his long awaited comeback with a best actor nod for his much lauded performance in "Crazy Heart". The British film "An Education" which features lead actress and Oscar nominee Carey Mulligan took home the best foreign film award. Tomorrow is the BIG NIGHT. The Oscars just might sing a different tune.