Film Independant Spirit Awards 2011 - Full List Of Nominations

Oooh black tie affairs all over the show...!



The nominations are in for the Film Independant Spirit Awards and we can't be more excited for awards season to kick in! The concept behind the Spirit Awards are for movies that produced less than $ 20 million turnover - so, big shot motion pitctures will not be nominated at the awards.

The awards ceremony will take place on February 26 with host Joel McHale. Herewith the full list of nominations....

BEST FEATURE (Award given to the Producer)
127 Hours
Black Swan
Greenberg
The Kids Are All Right
Winter’s Bone

BEST DIRECTOR
Darren Aronofsky, Black Swan
Danny Boyle, 127 Hours
Lisa Cholodenko, The Kids Are All Right
Debra Granik, Winter’s Bone
John Cameron Mitchell, Rabbit Hole

BEST FIRST FEATURE (Award given to the director and producer)
Everything Strange and New
Get Low
The Last Exorcism
Night Catches Us
Tiny Furniture

BEST SCREENPLAY
Stuart Blumberg, Lisa Cholodenko, The Kids Are All Right
Debra Granik, Anne Rosellini, Winter’s Bone
Nicole Holofcener, Please Give
David Lindsay-Abaire, Rabbit Hole
Todd Solondz, Life During Wartime

BEST FIRST SCREENPLAY
Diane Bell, Obselidia
Lena Dunham, Tiny Furniture
Nik Fackler, Lovely, Still
Bob Glaudini, Jack Goes Boating
Dana Adam Shapiro, Evan M. Wiener, Monogamy

BEST FEMALE LEAD
Annette Bening, The Kids Are All Right
Greta Gerwig, Greenberg
Nicole Kidman, Rabbit Hole
Jennifer Lawrence, Winter’s Bone
Natalie Portman, Black Swan
Michelle Williams, Blue Valentine

BEST MALE LEAD
Ronald Bronstein, Daddy Longlegs
Aaron Eckhart, Rabbit Hole
James Franco, 127 Hours
John C. Reilly, Cyrus
Ben Stiller, Greenberg

BEST SUPPORTING FEMALE
Ashley Bell, The Last Exorcism
Dale Dickey, Winter’s Bone
Allison Janney, Life During Wartime
Daphne Rubin-Vega, Jack Goes Boating
Naomi Watts, Mother and Child

BEST SUPPORTING MALE
John Hawkes, Winter’s Bone
Samuel L. Jackson, Mother and Child
Bill Murray, Get Low
John Ortiz, Jack Goes Boating
Mark Ruffalo, The Kids Are All Right

For more information on the Awards please visit their official website

See you on the red carpet... better bring it ya'll!

Evening Handbags

The holiday season is upon us and soon we will have reason to be dressed to the nines.  With your party attire you will need somewhere to stash your phone, lipstick, etc.   The obvious answer is a cute little evening bag or purse.  Some women like a glitzy bag to pump up the interest of a rather basic party dress.  Others prefer a simple handbag that keeps the focus on their magnificent frock.  Some like a purse with a handle or a strap; others prefer a clutch. Whatever your desire, there is a fabulous and affordable bag for you.  Here are a few of my favorites...vintage and new...from ebay.

Train Wreck Tuesday

... We love Janice Dickinson aka the World's "first" supermodel!

We love her so much that she could actually qualify for the hot mess of week as well!

.... looking good for a teenager woman of 55!

Keep that sigi away from the boobies hun... we don't want them to melt, do we?

"King and Kong" are a bit wrinkly there - botox much?

Jurie Els Won Case Against Esmaré Weideman

South African singer, Jurie Els has won his case against the Editor-in-Chief of Huisgenoot, You and Drum Magazine, Esmaré Weideman at the Bloemfontein Supreme Court of Appeal.

SA singer, Jurie Els...

According to reports, Weideman published the name of Jurie Els two years ago when fellow singer Robbie Klay spilled the beans on the alleged sexual molestation case against Els, however Els won the case and was acquitted from all charges.  

Both editor Weideman and Media 24 were found guilty of contempt earlier today.

Vintage Rhinestone Jewelry

I love shiny, sparkling, vintage rhinestone jewelry.  It's the perfect party bling!  Add a beautiful statement piece to your little black dress...and you are good to go.  Or pair clear rhinestones with your brightly colored dresses.  It's an easy match.  Here are a few samples of vintage rhinestone pieces from my personal collection.

Vintage rhinestone jewelry is not just for that special event or party. Wear them with your jeans or add a beautiful brooch to your work jacket. (Just remember to avoid getting them wet or they will become cloudy or dull.)

The best places to locate inexpensive vintage rhinestone accessories are on Ebay, at vintage and thrift stores, and at auctions and estate sales.  Look for pieces with unique designs.  Buy only items with clear, unchipped, securely mounted stones.  If you want to make a larger investment, do your homework.  Learn about the early designers.  And be aware that reproductions are abundant.

            

Vintage Party Dresses

I'm on the hunt for a fabulous vintage party dress.  Below are a few examples of the variety of unique styles available.  I love one-of-a-kind dresses that make a statement...ones that express individuality.
 



All the above dresses are from vintageous.com

Thrift Heaven

For those who regularly follow my blog, you already know how much I love thrift shopping for myself and for wardrobe items for photo shoots.  The closest thrift store to my home has always been 30-45 minutes away. Well, my dream has finally come true.. a new Goodwill just opened 15 minutes from my house.

Today was the Grand Opening of the Collierville, TN store.  It is roomy, well organized, stocked with loads of merchandise, and staffed with helpful smiling faces.  It gets and A+ from me.  I was really surprised to see so many people there since it is located in a rather affluent suburb of Memphis.  But, thrift shopping is no longer taboo among the rich.  In fact, it's rather in vogue.  I arrived 30 minutes after the ribbon cutting and the store was completely packed with shoppers pushing baskets brimming with terrific finds.  Here are a few of the great items I spotted...that were still on the racks!    

I'm into lace up boots right now...and the floral design adds a girly touch.



Black and Silver Ankle Strap Wedges by Newport News



Stylish pewter flats with bows by Loft

Suede Airwalks for those casual days.



Roomy Black  Handbag with tassel



Terrific faux leather purse with brass studs



Fabric hobo - Love the fall colors



Tweed double breasted jacket by Loft 





Camel velvet jacket by Gap - Love the tiny buttons





Olive military jacket with floral design on back





Mint chenille looking bolero (tags attached) from To The Max



Fabulous periwinkle paisley blouse by Talbots - not the least bit classic!




This was my size, so it came home with me...hippie style tiered long skirt



Warning:  Thrift shopping can be addictive.  Buy only what your really love and really need.

   

Victorian Inspired

I'm working on ideas for my latest project...a Victorian inspired fashion editorial.  (And I use the term "Victorian" loosely.)  I love the look of lace, ruffles, high necklines, and a variety of textures.  Here are a few of my inspiration photos:

If you have any Victorian inspired photos, please send them my way...I would love to see them.  Black and White photo by Byte Studio.

LHG Designs launches 2011 collection of vintage inspired wedding accessories at www.weddingandbaby.co.uk

LHG Designs is our very own label of handmade wedding tiaras, vintage headbands, vintage combs, jewellery - necklace, bracelets and earrings.

In the 2011 collection our designs are not only trend focused, we also have unique fashion forward designs that are sure to create new trends.

Ruffles, flowers and lots of fabric are HOT in wedding dresses for 2011, so what does the on trend bride do with her accessories?

The LHG Designs collection at http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/ have got that sorted. Look no further than your complete guide to accessorising your dress.

Traditional tiaras are starting to take a back seat with most discerning brides opting for headband and combs, that are adorned with rhinestones, feathers and flowers.

Birdcage veils were extremely popular in 2010, however for 2011 the trend is moving away from these as dresses become embelished with fabric flowers and ruffles.

LHG Designs have been creating accessories for the last two years that are not only sought after by celebrities, but also provide value for money and longevity. Louise regularly speaks with brides and develops designs that can be used long after the wedding or special occassion.

For the bride that wants to create the veil effect without the added fabric, our Marquise Veil Comb is the Show Stopper in our 2011 collection.

Amazing diamante claw set rhinestone comb creates this striking piece. Beautiful vintage style floral focal design mounted onto a silver silver comb. Birdcage veils take on a whole new dimension with our unique rhinestone side veil design. What makes this ultra special is that it can be converted into a brooch and worn again!

http://www.weddingandbaby.co.uk/combs.htm

Floral wedding dresses need to remain with the theme, without adding more fabric to the design. So the best option is rhinestone embelished floral combs and headbands.

If you have opted for the simple dress but want to incorporate the floral theme, why not add fabric flowers to the hair. These can be flat on the head as in our Floral lace design below.

In our 2011 range also comes a romanesque headband /circlet. Stunning for a Grecian style wedding. Silver beadwork creates leaves and branches for this earthy deisgn.

If you are looking to include vintage and floral theme then look no further than our new range a shown below - that will be hitting the website very soon

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