With the Oscars behind us, we have all had a week to ooo and ahhh at all the amazing dresses that were worn this year. Not all of us live on a movie star budget, but that doesn't mean we can't look like a million bucks to our real life fancy events. Here are some ideas of where to find the looks for less:(All items can be found atwww.gilt.com or www.giltcity.com/chicago) AMANDA SEYFRIED, LES MISERABLES
- Twobirds dress, Gilt $199 (Original $310)
- Here we have Amanda Seyfried in Alexander McQueen. We never know what to expect on the carpet from Amanda.
- What is great about this dress by twobirds is that it can be worn a variety of different ways so here we have the collar style like Amanda's look but you can also wear this as a one shoulder or strapless making it a great versatile piece to own.
REESE WITHERSPOON
- Badgley Mischka Strapless Front Slit Deco Gown, Gilt $379 (Original $750)
- Reese Witherspoon is no stranger to red carpet moments and this cobalt blue stunner might be our favorite of them all.
- Here we have a similar strapless cobalt gown that also mimics the design element of Reeses's dress on the hips.
JENNIFER GARNER
- Badgley Mischka Bodice Gown, Gilt $299 (Original $825)
- It was a big night for Jen Garner- she was tearing up on the carpet before the show even started. We knew she was going to pull out all the fashion stops in support of her husband Ben Affleck and she really delivered a great red carpet moment.
- Gilt.com carries a strapless gown in the same color wave that’s a bit more wearable without the extra fabric from the train Jen wore.
CHARLIZE THERON
- Ava and Aiden White Peplum, Gilt $109 (Original $224)
- Charlize Theron- need we say more- every time she steps out she stuns and this white peplum was a standout of the night.
- Gilt.com has a shorter option because we don't always have a red carpet event to attend, but we can still take some inspiriting from the stars for our own life. This winter white peplum does just that.
JENNIFER HUDSONModel: Clarinda
- The Letter Sequin Dress, Gilt $79 (Original $150)
- Jennifer Hudson brought down the house with her performance but also with her bod- she loves to show off her new shape and we can't get enough.
- Again here we have a more wearable option for viewers looking to add some sparkle. The navy blue was a huge trend on the red carpet.
Red Carpet Beauty for LessWhile the fashion and gorgeous gowns get most of the attention on the Red Carpet, we can’t forget the stars’ beauty trends! Gilt City Chicago has a couple of upcoming offers that will allow you to get celeb-worthy hair and a sun-kissed glow without the hefty price tag.
ARCH APOTHECARYChicago’s premier makeup boutique and style bar, located in Old Town. Get Hollywood-worthy hair with Arch Apothecary’s blow out specials:One BlowoutRetail: $35, Gilt City Chicago Price: $20Includes one blowout at Arch Apothecary.Three BlowoutsRetail: $105, Gilt City Chicago Price: $55
Includes three blowouts at Arch Apothecary.
Five Blowouts
Retail: $175, Gilt City Chicago Price: $90
Includes five blowouts at Arch Apothecary. Seven BlowoutsRetail: $245, Gilt City Chicago Price: $120Includes seven blowouts at Arch Apothecary.
CELEBRITY SKIN COUTURE AIR TANChicago’s premier spray tanning salon offering organic, all-natural airbrush tanning. Get a red carpet glow without the harmful UV rays with Celebrity Skin Couture Air Tan’s offers:One Celebrity Skin Couture Air Tan
Retail: $55, Gilt City Chicago Price: $25
Includes one Celebrity Skin Couture full body tan.
Three Celebrity Skin Couture Air Tans
Retail: $165, Gilt City Chicago Price: $70
Includes three Celebrity Skin Couture full body tan.
