Oscar Sunday Recap

First of all, let me just say that I didn't stick with my New Year's Resolutions - like at all. (DID ANYONE?  If you did, kudos to you!)  Blog entries were supposed to be "my thing" for 2014.  Oops, I did it again.  So, here I am... In March, working on actually getting this thing going!

As you all know, last night was the biggest night in Hollywood - the Academy Awards.  Only one word could accurately sum up the night: GLAMOROUS.  The fashion was impeccable.  Usually there are so many hits and misses, but I can honestly say that there wasn't a single person that completely failed in my book.  However, that does not mean that I don't have a top 3 and a bottom 3 because I most definitely do.  Here are my noteworthy moments of the 86th Annual Academy Awards.

My Best Dressed

Kate Hudson in Atelier Versace

Drop-dead gorgeous.  As soon as I saw her on the red carpet, my mouth literally dropped.  This gown is so striking, yet elegant at the same time.  Plus, the cape-like back of the dress adds a little drama.  The old Hollywood look works really well for her.

Lupita Nyong'o in Prada

The now Oscar winner has been killing the red carpet all season, so it's no surprise that she would hit the jackpot yet again.  She looks absolutely breathtaking in this Duck Egg Blue gown by Prada.  The headband gives it an extra princess feel, while the earrings add a little edginess.  Amazing.

Jennifer Lawrence in Dior

Although she did not win Best Supporting Actress for American Hustle, Lawrence won on the red carpet.  I have never seen her look more mature as I did last night.  This gown was a perfect fit for her and the necklace draping down her back was the icing on the cake. 

My Worst Dressed

Cate Blanchett in Armani Prive

I must admit, this is not the worst thing in the world, but it's definitely not the best either.  Blanchett is so elegant, and I would have loved to see her in a bold color.  Although this Armani gown is gorge, I think it washes her out.

Anna Kendrick in J. Mendel

I love Anna as much as the next person, but this was such a miss for me.  I love that Kendrick is a little edgy, but I think this look was too goth for me.  Love you Anna, but no.

Kristen Bell in Roberto Cavalli

I've got three words for this look:  Boring. Blah. Yawn.

All around, it was a pretty magical night.  Ellen Degeneres was quirky and entertaining; making the usual snoozefest lively and unbelievably bearable.  I'm not sure if the distribution of pizza or the most retweeted picture was my favorite part, but I ask the Academy for one favor:  Can we have Ellen as the host every year?!  Please and thank you.

Pink was fantastic, doing a tribute to the 75th Anniversary of The Wizard of Oz.  Naturally, like the crybaby I am, boohooed through the entire song. 

ICYMI, check it out here on Huffington Post: Somewhere Over the Rainbow

Truly one of the best things about last night, was listening to the acceptance speeches.  From Jared Leto's heartwarming story about being raised by a single mother, to Lupita's moment of her dreams coming true, and to Matthew McConaughey's motivational speech... What an inspiration.  Matthew's resonated with me the most.  If you missed it, LOOK IT UP.  Who knew that McConaughey could be motivating and beautiful?

And there you have it, folks:  my Oscar Sunday recap!  Agree or disagree with some of my best and worst dressed?  Let me know!

Congrats to all of the winners!

xx,

Lex