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Ask Someone to Prom with Draw Something

There's nothing we love more than hearing an adorable story of how someone got asked to prom. We've heard all kinds of creative tales--everything from scavenger hunts to "Prom?" spelled out in pepperoni on a pizza date--but we're currently loving how these people asked the big question using the popular game Draw Something. See more of these wildly clever drawings here, and get inspired to ask your date to prom. --Angel

Prom Preview: Monique Lhuillier Spring 2012

Here at Prom Advice and Fashion Club, we know it's never too soon to start thinking about Prom. We were totally excited (okay, borderline giddy) over FIDM Grad Monique Lhuillier's Spring 2012 formal looks.

 




To see more of Monique Lhuillier's spring collection, head to FashionClub.com. --Angel

Red Carpet Inspiration: 2011 Teen Choice Awards

Young Hollywood showed up and showed off their glamorous fashion sense at the 2011 Teen Choice Awards last night. We've put together a few (okay, more than a few) of our favorite looks. --Angel

Actress Kaley Cuoco was host for the evening, wearing a floor-grazing Rebecca Taylor dress and beachy waves.

 

Columbiana star Zoe Saldana was smoking hot in tiered metallic Lanvin and Alexander McQueen heels.

 

The always stylish Rachel Bilson paired a sweet Chloe frock with super-edgy Brian Atwood studded booties.

 

Whether or not you're a Bieleber, you've got to admit, Justin's bow tie and flower were cool complements to the edgy leather vest. 

 

Crazy Stupid Love actress Emma Stone sported a colorblock Christian Dior number as she picked up an award for her role in Easy A.

 

Robert Pattinson accepted his award in Dolce & Gabbana.

 

Gossip Girl star Blake Lively was stunning in an orange, leather Gucci dress and leopard-print Louboutins.

 

Pretty Little Liars actress Ashley Benson chose a patterned, black and gold Alice + Olivia frock for the big event.

 

Fellow Pretty Little Liars star Shay Mitchell was styled by Brad Goreski in a DKNY button-front shirt and the label's sequined skirt.

 

Lucy Hale of Pretty Little Liars was also there, in a dazzling nude and black mini dress.

 

Vampire Diaries star Nina Dobrev looked sweet in a gingham D&G dress.

 

Selena Gomez accepted awards and performed in a champagne-hued mini frock by Erin Fetherston.

 

Kellan Lutz played it cool, pairing his buttoned sweater and tie with jeans and boots. Guys, take note--this is a great look for Homecoming!

 

Lutz's Twilight co-star Nikki Reed chose a printed Etro halter for the evening.

 

Taylor Swift was a winner in white, wearing a retro-inspired Rafael Cennamo halter dress.

 

The New Girl star Zooey Deschanel was adorable as always in a 50s nude and black Miu Miu frock and scarlet lips.

 

Joe Jonas rocked a polished-casual look, pairing a Z Zegna jacket and pants with a V-neck tee and sneakers.

Red Carpet Inspiration: 64th Annual Cannes Film Festival

The stars may have flocked to France to see what's new in film, but our eyes were glued to what they were wearing. Get inspired for your next special occasion with fetching looks from the 64th Annual Cannes Film Festival. --Angel

For the premiere of Sleeping Beauty, Rachel McAdams chose a gorgeous embellished bustier top and matching wide-leg trousers by FIDM Alumna Monique Lhuillier.

 

Bryce Dallas Howard dazzled in an empire waist Reem Acra design for the Sleeping Beauty premiere.

 

Diane Kruger made a shining appearance in Calvin Klein Collection for the premiere of Sleeping Beauty.

 

Also at the Sleeping Beauty premiere, Emily Browning walked the red carpet in an embroidered Valentino gown.

 

Salma Hayek looked lovely in Gucci leather for the Puss in Boots photo call.

 

Uma Thurman, a jury member for the festival, attended the opening ceremony in a feather bedecked, white Versace gown.

 

Sarah Jessica Parker also chose white, a floor-sweeping Dolce & Gabbana, for a Weinstein Company press event.

 

Rachel McAdams turned heads in a red silk organza dress from the Marchesa Fall 2011 line for the premiere of Midnight in Paris.

 

Penelope Cruz looked stunning in a pale, romantic Marchesa gown for the premiere of her film Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.

 

Vanessa Hudgens partied in an eye-catching gold dress by Roberto Cavalli.

 

SJP chose a colorful, printed gown from the Elie Saab Fall 2011 collection for the premiere of Wu Xia.

 

For the premiere of The Tree of Life, Gwen Stefani accessorized a black sequined Stella McCartney jumpsuit with a Roger Vivier clutch and her hot hubby Gavin Rossdale.

 

Also at the premiere of The Tree of Life, Zoe Saldana looked lovely in a striped, silk organza bustier dress from Giorgio Armani.

 

Angelina Jolie chose chocolate brown Atelier Versace for the premiere of The Tree of Life.

Red Carpet Inspiration: 2011 Met Gala pt. II

More exquisite looks from the Metropolitan Museum of Art's annual Costume Institute Gala. --Angel

 

Songbird Alicia Keys donned head to toe chocolate brown by Givenchy.

 

Dakota Fanning looked perfect for spring in a tulle Valentino gown embellished with fabric flowers.

 

Fanning's younger sister, Elle also chose Valentino for the evening--a lace top with short black skirt and black bolero.

 

Tennis pro Serena Williams showed up in a frothy Oscar de la Renta gown and, taking a cue from all the extraordinary hats at the Royal Wedding, a Philip Treacy hat.

 

Glee actress Dianna Agron chose a crimson colored Michael Kors number for the evening.

 

Singer Fergie accessorized her embellished Marchesa gown with a diamond headpiece.

 

Model Jessica Stam celebrated the evening in a ballerina-inspired blush dress by Tommy Hilfiger.

 

Rosario Dawson shimmered in a long-sleeved,sequined Diane von Furstenberg column dress.

 

Eva Mendes made a stunning statement in a pleated cobalt gown by Stella McCartney.

 

Christina Ricci chose a dramatic webbed gown from Zac Posen.

 

The diminutive Kristen Bell looked statuesque in a Grecian-inspired gown by Tory Burch.

 

Kerry Washington accessorized a mint green Escada gown with a bright pink lip.

 

Michelle Monaghan added a pop of color to the red carpet in a bubblegum pink gown from Derek Lam.

 

Supermodel Naomi Campbell paid tribute to Alexander McQueen by donning a piece from the designer's couture collection.

 

Model Karen Elson also honored McQueen by wearing an embroidered chiffon dress from his 2004 collection.

Red Carpet Inspiration: 2011 Met Gala Pt. I

Considered the biggest night in fashion (it's actually dubbed the Oscars of fashion), The Metropolitan Museum of Art's annual Costume Institute Gala was held last night. Designers and Hollywood A-listers showed up in their best clothes to celebrate the opening of the latest style exhibit, Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty. Here's a look at some of the most glamorous starlets. --Angel

Country crooner Taylor Swift, who came Gilles Mendel, wore one of the designer's gowns.

 

Designer Donna Karan created a one-of-a-kind blush tulle gown with sequined embroidery for Twilight actress Ashley Greene.

 

Thandie Newton added edge to her lace trimmed Stella McCartney halter with heavily-lined eyes.

 

Style icon Sarah Jessica Parker honored Alexander McQueen in a crystal embellished design from his Fall 2005 collection.

 

People's Most Beautiful Woman in the World, Jennifer Lopez chose a scarlet Gucci gown and accessories.

 

Nicole Richie channeled Old Hollywood in a vintage white gown and jewelry from her own House of Harlow 1960 line.

 

Ashley Olsen donned a dramatic vintage Dior with billowing sleeves and an up-to-there slit.

 

Blake Lively showed up with Chanel designer Karl Lagerfeld wearing a couture dress from the design house.

 

Twilight star Kristen Stewart wore an embroidered Proenza Schouler silk dress.

 

Actress Gwyneth Paltrow glittered from head to toe in Stella McCartney.

 

Model Gisele Bundchen celebrated the evening in a fin tail gown by Alexander McQueen.

 

Miranda Kerr looked sweet in a ballerina design by Marchesa.

 

Salma Hayek chose a couture blush-tone organza dress by the late Alexander McQueen.

 

Penelope Cruz was stunning in a tiered silk organza, chiffon, and tulle Oscar de la Renta gown.

 

Zoe Saldana celebrated in a pale yellow column dress from Calvin Klein Collection.

 

Liv Tyler showed up in a Givenchy gown (she's the face of the label) with quilted appliques and an ostrich feather hem.

 

Diane Kruger was the picture of elegance in a black skirt and chantilly lace top from Jason Wu.

 

Beyonce Knowles was fitted in a custom black mermaid design by Emilio Pucci.

Kate Middleton's Wedding Reception Dress

England's newest princess changed out of her gorgeous Alexander McQueen dress and into another for her evening reception. The floor-sweeping, strapless gown featured a diamante detailing at the waist, and the bride layered a white shrug over the gown to stay warm.

Middleton's sister and Maid of Honor, Pippa, also changed for the evening reception. The second Middleton chose a sensational green custom design by Alice Temperley. -- Angel

Kate Middleton in Alexander McQueen for Royal Wedding

For months fashion editors, bloggers, entertainment news reporters, and just about everyone else on the planet have been speculating what, or who rather, Kate Middleton would wear when she wed Prince William. This morning, the big reveal: Alexander McQueen!

The beautiful gown is made of hand-cut English lace and French chantilly lace, with a 6-foot train. The bodice is ivory satin and there is padding at the hips. A Cartier tiara (originally purchased by the Royals in 1936) and Robinson Pelham diamond earrings completed the new Duchess of Cambridge's look and she was absolutely stunning. Congratulations to William and Kate! --Angel

 

Vogue UK May 2011: Wedding Belles

With the Royal Wedding quickly approaching it seems everyone has a bit of nuptial fever. Vogue UK has dedicated their entire May issue to weddings--they've even done three different covers to celebrate, the first time ever in the mag's 95-year history. We fell head over heels for the gorgeous photos inside the book shot by Mario Testino. --Angel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Photos courtesty of Foraged Design

Valentino Fall 2011 Collection

There aren't enough words to express our affections for the Valentino house--we're girls and this is a Prom and special occasion blog and they always make the prettiest fashion. We were particularly smitten with the sweet details (bows, ruffles, and girlish headbands) designers Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pier Paolo Piccioli did for Fall 2011, as if they took cues from our own "I Want Candy" Prom theme! --Angel