Two scholars from the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. will visit Kansas City area schools, March 22-24, 2010 to bring to life the Native American traditions of basket weaving and storytelling.  Students and faculty will learn from Native American scholars Patricia Gold and Dovie Thomason as they utilize the culture of their tribes to create an interactive learning experience.
Patricia Gold is a basket weaver who combines traditional and contemporary techniques to preserve the art of her tribe, the Wasco Indians. Continue Reading…

From www.wwd.com

“Each piece is unique, as was he.”  Those simple words, at the end of the show notes for the final collection by the late Lee Alexander McQueen, captured the sentiment of a singular talent extinguished too soon. The 16 showpieces that paraded slowly through a gilded salon at the headquarters of luxury titan Francois Pinault were all cut “on the stand” by McQueen in the weeks before he took his own life. In their artistry, imagination and technical wizardry, they brought his fashion spirit to life. Here was a designer with the intelligence and depth of culture to reference centuries of history, and such a forward-looking vision that some of his final messages to the world came via Twitter. A floor-length black gown — the skirt a sweep of couture satin caught in curtain folds at the hip, the bodice paved in golden rococo swirls, the sleeves erupting into three-dimensional embroideries for the “Avatar” age — captured the span of his mind and the skill of his hands.

Celebrity fans of Karina Grimaldi include: Brittany Snow, Audrina Patridge, Kristin Cavallari, Sophia Bush, and Becki Newton. You can find the latest styles by Karina Grimaldi at both Standard Style Boutique locations.

At first sight this blazer may seem too fashion forward for most but the truth is when styled as though it were basic black this piece adds a great pop of color. Stand out in a crowd with these looks.

Keep it clean! Forget the blinged out back pockets and opt for a streamline look that flatters the assets.

Designers such as Rodarte, Alexander Wang, Jason Wu and Marc Jacobs opted for taupe nails.

From Elle.com:

Hollywood’s leading ladies never fail to dazzle the night of the Academy Awards—but don’t be fooled: Their svelte silhouettes are the result of highly regimented exercise and eating habits. “Everybody thinks there’s a shortcut but there isn’t,” says Oz Garcia, PhD, the nutrition specialist behind Heidi Klum’s post-baby body and Hilary Swank’s famously lean muscle in Million Dollar Baby. “You should always have a healthy lifestyle, but there are temporary fixes that will help.” Here, Garcia reveals the pre-Oscar guidelines he sets forth for clients like Swank and Klum. Continue Reading…

Dark pouts walked the runway at Proenza Schouler.

This piece speaks for itself. The cut and color can be worn year-round and the versatility makes this investment piece well worth it.

EVER Detroit Leather Jacket in Nude

A very noteworthy dress Carey Mulligan took some risks in this Prada number that paid off. The short to long hemline kept the look young and age appropriate while the embellishments of tiny scissors, forks and other utensils made it edgy. She paired it with Fred Leighton jewels.

“The Legally Prohibited From Being Funny on Television Tour” comes to Kansas City.
Conan O’Brien comes to the Midland Sunday, May 16. Tickets for the 8 p.m. show are on sale now; prices range from $39.50 – $79.50.

Hair smoothed and pulled behind the ears was seen all over the runways. Narciso Rodriguez embellished his sleek locks with small flowers.

With metallics, silver and shades of blue dominating the red carpet these stunners stood out in blush tones.

Don’t let this fashion forward trend scare you..these sweatshorts are actually easy to style and oh so comfortable. Meant to be worn low on the hips these shorts are a great transition piece. Wear them now with jackets, scarves and ankle boots. Wear them later with tanks and heels for a fashion forward casual chic.

Clu Sweatshorts with Zipper Pockets
Alternative Apparel Black Tee
Dolce Vita Lace up Heels
EVER Detroit Leather Jacket in Nude

A reoccurring beauty trend of the Oscars was the side part, soft curls and tuck behind the ears.

We didn’t see the typical focus on eyes or lips at the Marc Jacobs show. Instead the makeup was heavy on the cheeks for a warm glow.

Typically big fans of Charlize Theron; we really think she missed the mark with this Dior dress

In this approach to the smoky eye models were meant to look as though they had partied all night.

We saw deliberate fly-aways on the likes of Jennifer Lopes, Miley Cyrus, Zoe Saldana and Sarah Jessica Parker.

You may think a tux is a tux is a tux…but when it comes to the men at the Oscars its all in the details. Tom Ford looked dashing and I loved the magnolia that seemed to be made of paper.  Jake Gyllenhaal was classic with a slightly smaller bow tie. Christopher Plumber stole the show in my book. His navy tux jacket and red pocket scarf made him every bit the leading man. Taylor Lautner’s skinny shawl collar tux was a great update on a classic style.