Bringing Oscar Outfits Home

As I was reading all the blog posts and news articles about last week’s Oscar fashions, I got to thinking about how these glamorous outfits could be interpreted. I wanted to translate the feel of the couture gowns into looks that can be worn to the office or out on the town or on a spring vacation.

I started my red-carpet to real-life transformations with Sandra Bullock as I thought she looked fabulous. Her dress was one of my favourites although I do agree with many of the critics that her hair and makeup may have been a bit too harsh.

Here is Sandra on the red carpet:

The Best Actress winner in Marchesa

And this is my interpretation:

Gold & Sparkles

Next comes the striking Jennifer Lopez in ruffles:

Jennifer Lopez poses on the Oscar red carpet

My version is a little more casual:

Violet & Ruffles

Tina Fey was another one of my favourites on Oscar night. Sequins and black are two of my go-to fashion items!

Tina Fey in Michael Kors

I keep the sequins in my version but add tuxedo pants to make the outfit more wearable.

Tuxedo Chic

Cameron Diaz looked like a princess in Oscar de la Renta.

Cameron Diaz

This is my interpretation of the work of the classic designer:

Gold & Red

 Kathryn Bigelow scooped up an Oscar for Best Director and looked chic in silver.

Best Director Kathryn Bigelow

 I styled a much more casual outfit but kept with the grey and red colour palette.

Grey & Red - A Winning Combo

 Maggie Gyllenhaal looked lovely in vibrant blues and purples.

Maggie Gyllenhaal in Dries van Noten

 I transformed her gown into an office-appropriate ensemble.

Bold & Bright

 Canadian favourite Rachel McAdams looked comfortable and elegant in Elie Saab.

Rachel McAdams wears Elie Saab

I was inspired by the colours of the Elie Saab gown and so I created an outfit that is more suitable for weekend wear.

Tan & Blue

Sarah Jessica Parker’s Chanel gown has been a hot topic in the press. The gown does nothing for her tiny figure but I think the colour combination is pretty.

SJP in Chanel Couture

My version of yellow and grey is much more beach-friendly.

Grey & Yellow

For details about price and brands for the looks I styled please visit my Polyvore profile.

Photos courtesy of Polyvore.