2014 Golden Globe Awards - Fashion!

It's that time of year again! Awards season is here, and we kicked off all the fun fashion last night with the Golden Globes! I had so many favorites, it was hard to only choose a few!

Belles of the Ball

Leslie: I don't usually love neutrals, especially not all-black, but when it's done in gorgeously feminine lace and an awe-inspiring silhouette, how could I not? Leslie Mann always looks so chic, yet, fashion-forward, and this ensemble is no exception! // Sosie: Finally, a Miss Golden Globe honoree who doesn't appall me! Haha. Not only is Sosie Bacon lovely to look at, she seemed very sweet in all of the interviews I've seen, and her parents are certainly admirable Hollywood Royalty! I loved this muted and pastel color palette - it was figure-flattering, age-appropriate, and adorably girly! // Caitlin: I don't watch Masters of Sex, so I had no clue who this was, but she certainly caught my attention with this AMAZING dress! I have been pretty into sky blue for the past few months, so this dress absolutely wowed me. Throw in the modest neckline and retro silhouette, and I'm sold - now, where can I find an affordable knock-off of this beauty?

Pretty in Pink (and Purple!)

Julie: I will preface this with my typical Julie Bowen disclaimer: homegirl needs to eat a sandwich. However, this dress is gorgeous. This is colorblocking done right, in complimentary wine shades, rich fabrics, and a very cool strong shoulder! (But serious, Julie, EAT SOMETHING.) // Giuliana: I loved this princess dress on Giuliana. On some women, it would have looked silly and maybe too young, but because of G's sandwich-less frame, it added some much-needed volume. She pulled it off very well. Plus, I'm loving her bob! // Maria: It seems like for the past year or so, Maria has been blowing it out of the water during awards season! This color, this silhouette, that figure-flattering sheer detail... all absolutely gorgeous! // Kyra: As the mother of Miss Golden Globe, I like that Kyra made some sort of statement in this gorgeous peach color, but kept it subdued with this classic, modest, and perfect-for-her-shape cut! // Sarah: Sarah Hyland was the first person I saw when I turned on the red carpet coverage! Once I got past her bare-face plus heavy-duty brows, I was able to take in this lovely peachy-pink chiffon number. Topped with those adorable milkmaid braids, I was sold! // Taylor: Everybody sitting down? I thought Taylor looked great. I will probably never say this again, so savor this moment. She was giving us full Karlie Kloss with her faux bob, and for once, this silhouette and color palette were totally flattering and age-appropriate for Taylor! You go, girl!

Sassy Sparkles

I love a little sparkle, a little rhinestone, a little glitter... and so did many of the ladies gracing the red carpet last night! Sarah: Eek! I love this! There is something sweetly vintage about it - '50s prom dress turned red carpet! I love the glittering silver, and I love the tiered skirt. I also think it was brave of Sarah to not go floor-length... I just love it! // Emma: I know Emma's look was controversial, but I liked it! Emma Stone is always youthful, fresh, and fashion-forward, and this top & skirt combo was no exception. Sure, perhaps it was a touch casual for the occasion, but she can pull it off! P.S. I'd wear this anywhere, any day! // Olivia: Oh gosh. She is just stunning. I was watching her present, thinking about the first time I saw her on the O.C., and just thinking... Wow. She is absolutely STUNNING. This is pregnancy done right! High-neck, long-sleeved, floor-length is always stunning, but throw in emerald sequins, and WOW! Talk about a show stopper!

White Hot

White is a bold move to make anywhere, let alone the red carpet, but these ladies pulled it off! Taissa: Taissa got a little flack for the casual nature of her outfit, but I figure, she is young, she is adorable, and so is this outfit! // Zosia: Not only does her new haircut look amazing, but this dress looks beautiful on her! The floral print is modern and super flattering! // Zooey: Finally, Zoe does something different than a '50s silhouette! I love her low hair bun, I love that she wore separates, and I love this whole outfit in general! // Rashida: Ok. I know this dress is kind of ridiculous, but I also know that I kind of love Rashida Jones. These glittering palm trees just scream Palm Springs resort to me, and I can't get enough of her adorable bangs. Throw a precious bun on top of there, and I continue to love her! // Jennifer: Oh, Jennifer. Can she do no wrong? From photobombing Taylor Swift, to her adorable Michelle Williams-esque pixie, to this STUNNING floor-length tulle dress... Oh, she is divine! // Paula: I know people have a lot of things to say about Paula Patton, but I think she's great. I also know people had a lot of things to say about this dress, but I thought it was great, too! It was a few inches too short, but I thought this giant ruffle was a beautiful way to make a statement.

What Were They Thinking?!

Amy: I just have one word for this: "Blah." I saw enough of her boobs in American Hustle, I didn't need to see them again last night. The colors seemed wrong for her, and her hair color looked lackluster. And her hairstyle looked like she was going to attend her 8th grade graduation. I dunno. Just. Blah. // Kate: Hi, boobs. I want Kate Mara's red hair back, I don't want to see her boobs, and I don't want a ruffle cascading down her crotch. ...Just sayin'. // Sandra: I'm bummed that Sandra did this. Why pink and blue? Why so much boob (or lack thereof)? Why an awkward midi length? Whyyy, Sandra? // Zoe: Wrong. Just... wrong.

Black & White & Bad All Over

Emma: I thought this silhouette was too mature for Miss Emma. When young actresses go over-the-top to look older than they are, I don't quite get it. Enjoy your youth, ladies! // Julia: Like niece, like aunt? Ugh, Julia. WHY? Whyyyy with the weird button-up under the dress? What IS this? // Hayden: If I could put the face I'm making into words, I would. Bad color blocking. Bad silhouette. The slit isn't tailored to her height. She has a bizarre brooch attached to her neck. And she has the faux-wet slicked-back hairstyle. My least favorite of the night. // Heidi: Meh. What happened to Heidi's boobs? I guess 4 (5?) kids do wonders on a supermodel's chest... Also, I'm over her bangs. // Allison: I want to like everything Allison Williams wears, but... I like pretty much nothing that Allison Williams wears. I think she tries to go too fashion-forward, but it doesn't suit her. I want her to be classic, like a modern Audrey Hepburn. I was just not into this weird striped pattern and weird neckline.

What do you all think? Do you agree/disagree? Who were your favorites this year? Who did I leave out? 

Menswear Monday #1

Happy New Year, everybody! As I expressed a few weeks ago in my little Remember me? "pop in to say hello" post, I wanted to try a few new things here on the blog! Being as it is a fresh new year, I thought I'd try something fresh here on The Daily Dani - a little taste of menswear!

I absolutely love the idea of putting menswear outfits together. I've always enjoyed opportunities to shop for guys, I love to follow and read menswear blogs (like The Mark of a Gentleman, TSBMen, Stay Classic, and The Midwestyle), and I'm always pinning menswear on my "Hey, Man" Pinterest board!

I'm not sure exactly how I will incorporate menswear onto my blog, but I thought some outfit sets would be a good start! I'd like to delve further into it with celeb style as well as style inspiration! These outfits are pretty general-occasion, all-encompassing winter-ish outfits... what do you think? :)

{jeans / sweatshirt (sold out - similar) / hoodie / sneakers}

I love the oxblood/cranberry color trend for myself, and I love it for guys, too! You can keep the bold color comfortable in a cozy hoodie, paired with some navy and gray neutrals! When paired with an equally as bold print, it can even take a backseat as the stand-out piece in your outfit!

{vest / thermal / jeans / boots (sold out - similar)}

Call me crazy ("Crazy!") but I've always been kind of obsessed with the idea of a puffer vest on a guy, especially in an odd color combination! I know it would take a bold fellow to rock this orange and brown guy, but even if you just stuck with the chukka boots and striped thermal, I'd be happy. ;)

{jacket / henley / watch / jeans / sneakers}

This outfit is simple, classic, and definitely cool! With a warm jacket with a little colorblocking twist, a nice substantial watch, and another pop of cranberry, you can't go wrong!


Is menswear style something you'd be interested in continuing to see on The Daily Dani?

Celebrity Inspiration: Lauren Conrad {New Year's Eve Style}

Have you been tuning in the past few days to check out my celebrity style inspiration a la Rachel Bilson and Sarah Jessica Parker? Well if you're anything like me, it's the day of and you're still scrambling to figure out what you're going to wear to tonight's festivities, whatever they may be! Never fear, we have another one of my favorite style icons to lend us a last-minute hand!

Ever since she first appeared with her bleached-out hair and overplucked eyebrows on Laguna Beach in 2005, I immediately carved out a soft spot in my heart for Lauren Conrad! (Nevermind the fact that I, too, had bleached-out har and overplucked eyebrows in 2005... let's just let that one slide.) Not only has LC seemed incredibly sweet and relatable as we watched her grow in her romantic relationships, friendships, and career on The Hills, but she has wowed us with her fashion sense from the beginning!

{dress / bangle / sandals}

I think we're all pretty familiar with the LBD, or Little Black Dress, but what about the LCD? The Little Cream Dress? Or is it the Lauren Conrad Dress? Either way, you are sure to be a stand-out stunner in a beautiful neutral-colored piece, plus rich cognac and gold accessories! Think out-of-the-box and stray from your go-to black number to take it up a notch for a very special night out!

{necklace (sold out - similar) / heels / dress (sold out - similar)}

I know that yellow is a typical sunkissed summer color, but Conrad shows us that in the right luxe fabric with the right evening cut, yellow can be the perfect happy-go-lucky attention-grabber for New Year's Eve! Pairing this sunshine shade with a delicate gold pendant and anchoring it down with a beautiful eggplant purple statement shoe will keep you fashionably festive as the ball drops!

{cage heels / blue & green dress / black & gold dress / bobby pins / cream pumps}

I think we can all admit that New Year's Eve and sequins/sparkle go hand-in-hand, but I think we can also admit that sometimes that notion is a bit overdone or over-the-top! However, in the case of Lauren Conrad, we can see that in the right color, placement, and silhouette, a little sparkle can go a long way in allowing your fabulosity to shine! If you're going to stick with the classic gold or silver metallics, try them in a gorgeous pattern rather than a head-to-toe shock! If you're going to venture into colored sequins, why not look for a fun pattern to shine the night away? Conrad even shows us that an unexpected piece - like a drapey cardigan or a sweet little hair accessory - could be the perfect glitteriffic element for a night out on the town!

So, what will you be wearing tonight? What will you be doing? I'll be heading out to an event in Hollywood with some friends, and all I have figured out as of now regarding my NYE outfit involves tulle, heels, and big curls! ;)

Happy New Year!

See ya in 2014!

Celebrity Inspiration: Sarah Jessica Parker {New Year's Eve Style}

Did you all check out the New Year's Eve style inspiration I posted on Friday? If you enjoyed getting a little push in the right style direction from Rachel Bilson, then you'll love what I have in store for you today!

I think there are very few ladies out there who wouldn't list Sarah Jessica Parker as one of their top style icons! Whether she is walking the red carpet or fascinating us in a scene of Sex and the City as the one & only Carrie Bradshaw, she is always an absolute stunner! Here are some ideas to take a cue from the always fashion-forward and always perfectly polished Sarah Jessica Parker!

{coat / necklace / dress / earrings / heels}

Not a "shout-out-loud" with your outfit kind of gal? Never fear, SJP can provide us all with some inspiration that shows - you don't have to wear loud colors to look chic! Find some impeccably fit pieces in blacks, grays, and navys (Why not try a menswear-inspired coat?!), keep your jewelry minimal, and you are sure to stun in classics with a tailored twist!

{bangle / sandals / zebra dress / camo dress / neon heels / cuff}

I am a huge fan of a fun print, and so is Sarah Jessica Parker! Go all-out festive with a printed, long-sleeve mini, a strong gold bangle or cuff, and some bright and FUN neon heels! Not too into neons? You could always keep it consistent and party-ready with metallics!

{dress / earrings / lipstick / heels}

Prints, prints, and more prints! Parker does red-carpet so right with gorgeous but modest printed maxi dresses! With a wild print, keep your accessories traditional with simple shoes in a matching color palette, gorgeous chandelier statement earrings, and a classic red lip! You will surely be the life of the party in a stand-out like this!

Have you decided what to wear for New Year's Eve? I'd love to hear your style choices - leave me a comment to let me know! 

Still deciding what to wear for the festivities tomorrow night? Come back tomorrow for some last-minute celebrity NYE inspiration!

Celebrity Inspiration: Rachel Bilson {New Year's Eve Style}

Remember when I popped in a few weeks ago to say hello and share some of my ideas for the future of The Daily Dani? Well, here I am, trying one of my ideas out! I have always been extremely interested in celebrity fashion - thanks, Us Weekly and Fashion Police - and I'm so often inspired by the red carpet and street style of my favorite famous fashionistas! With New Year's Eve just around the corner, I'm taking some inspiration from one of my favorites to guide my ensemble and celebrate in style!

Rachel Bilson has been one of my style role models since her days on The OC! She has perfected that mix of Southern California laid-back cool and fast-paced city chic! Sort of surfer girl turned urban stylecaster, if you will.

{blazer / heels / dress (sold out - similar) / necklace / lip gloss}

One staple in Rachel Bilson's wardrobe? Perfectly-tailored blazers! Whether they're classic black, a fun pop of orange, or a muted blush, she always knows the perfect blazer to pair with any of her feminine dresses! For New Year's Eve, a bright pop of color (like this powerful cobalt blue) paired with a drapey yet waist-accentuating dress is the perfect combination! Throw in a touch of sparkle on your feet and around your neck, and a sunkissed shade on your lips, and you are ready to go!

{nail polish / booties / dress / stud earrings / purse}

Bilson also has quite the eye for unique prints and figure-flattering silhouettes! Never one for over-the-top jewelry and accessories, she lets her funky prints, body-conscious tailoring, and legs do most of the talking! By anchoring a fun print with a classic black bootie and simple black purse, an out-of-the-box printed mini dress can be the real stand-out as the ball drops!

{heels / lipstick / skirt / top}

Not feeling like wearing a traditional dress this New Year's Eve? Take a note from Bilson and pair together some stand-out separates! More fun prints in a luxe fabric + a body-con bandage skirt are the perfect combination for sipping cocktails and getting your groove on! Add a classic nude shoe and a girly pink lip, and you are good to go! Cheers!

What do you think about this Celebrity Inspiration post? Should I make a habit of it and keep 'em coming? Either way, I've got a bit more New Year's Eve inspiration up my sleeve, so stay tuned!

Remember me?

{sweater: asos | leggings: nordstrom (similar) | heels: justfab | plaid shirt: urban outfitters (similar) | purse: rebecca taylor (similar) | necklace: justfab (similar) | lipstick: ysl}

Hey, everyone! I hope you haven't forgotten me yet! I just wanted to pop in to say hello! I've gone through a few transitions in my life since I decided to take my "blogging break" a little over a month ago, and I'm looking forward to seeing how those transitions translate to The Daily Dani!

I have about 2 weeks left until Winter Break, and I'm looking forward to taking that time to figure out exactly what I want to do to revamp the blog! I'm thinking that staying organized with a regular posting schedule will do me some good! I'd like to bring back Blogger Feature Mondays and keep up with my Friday's Fancies and Sunday Songs. You might start to see less personal style posts, but more outfit sets and style inspiration. I hope to keep up more steadily with one of my favorite topics - celebrity style! I'd also like to add a weekly or monthly "Life Lately" post - if nothing else, to have another outlet for my sometimes overactive Instagram account! Plus, a visual redesign couldn't hurt, either!

I'd love to hear any feedback that you have - what you've liked in the past, what you'd like to see in the future, what you think about the cluster of ideas I described above - all suggestions welcome! Thanks, pals!

As you can see, my brainstorming is all still in the works, but I take it as a positive sign that I'm finally interested in and able to come up with some ideas, plus have some vision for the future of The Daily Dani!

See you soon!

Gimme a break.

Hey everyone. My little kittens.

Maybe this was a long time coming, maybe it wasn't. It makes me sad when bloggers write these kinds of posts, but yet here I am writing one anyway.

I don't know if it's been my busy schedule, my lack of shopping funds, or just a change of heart, but lately I've just been feeling disconnected from the good ol' Daily Dani.

I used to be excited to take outfit photos every morning, upload them a few short hours later, and provide commentary on where, why, when, and how I styled up my pieces. Unfortunately, these days, I'm lucky if I find time to sleep let alone blog.

I've always been torn about how personal to get on my blog, since it started as "just" a style blog. I've never gone too deep; I've never been sure if I'd wanted to, or if anyone would want to read it. So, in turn, after almost 3 years, I feel that while, personally, my blog and I have come a long way from where we started, from a base-level outsiders perspective, it's as if I am still a young and novice blogger.

It's been said that "comparison is the thief of joy," and I'm certainty guilty of comparing my photos, outfits, numbers of followers, likes, repins, and retweets to other bloggers, and it's difficult to shake that habit.

I am incredibly grateful for the inspiration, creative outlet, and (most importantly) great friendships that blogging has provided me with. Sarah, Emily, Chelsea, and Olivia - You are my blogging besties turned real-life besties, and you are most certainly the greatest *perk* I ever could have asked for!

So, (very) long story short, I've lost a lot of my passion for blogging. This isn't a goodbye, but more of a see you later. I need some time to think about what kind of blogger I really want to be, and get a stronger grasp on my creativity that has felt fleeting as of late.

Please continue to keep up with me on Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram. I'll be back - I'm just not sure how or when yet. :)

Thanks for continuing to visit my blog and for all of your support over these years. I hope you continue to stay tuned while I figure out my blog-related ish!