The question that launched 1000 fashion design careers…
“Who are you wearing?”
It’s post-Oscar morning, and what’s everyone talking about? What the stars wore, of course. And their hair styles (or lack thereof — what was up with ready-to-workout ponytail look sported by Cameron Diaz and Jennifer Garner?). There was also that bit about the awards, but I suspect many like myself haven’t even seen any of the nominated films, let alone have a clue what they’re about.
Whether you remember who the top winners were or not, it’s a good day for the celeb fashion designers and stylists whose names were dropped on the red carpet. This was their big moment in the spotlight. And for those lesser known designers who were lucky enough to have a star wear their style, that alone can be a career launcher.
Of course, before making it to the big Hollywood stage, to be successful in the world of glamour, aspiring fashion designers need to develop skills in fashion design programs that teach them about fabrics, sewing, merchandising, marketing, and more.
I wonder if any schools offer a course in Award Fashion? Judging by some of the strange get-ups (Jessica Alba’s feathery gown and Diablo Cody’s animal print, for starters), perhaps they should.
Photo: Jeff Vespa, Wireimage.com

