I’ve always thought it would be a lot of fun to be an actress! I was even an extra in a movie before, which was a ton of fun, something I would love to do again. Recently I have been trying to figure out how to get into voice overs, as I think being an animated character would be about the most fun thing in the world!
Another thing that I always thought would be tons of fun? Throwing an Oscar party! Have you ever done one? The 83rd Annual Academy Awards are on Sunday, and I just got a bunch of fun tips from Yoplait. So, it’s not too late to throw a party together if you want to! 
How to get a red carpet look at home: Celebrity stylist, host of the Style Network’s “How Do I Look?” and Yoplait Light Two Week Tune Up spokesperson Jeannie Mai tells us how to get red-carpet ready:
- The Dress: When picking a dress for your Oscar party, pick styles that show off your best assets. If you have great arms, show them off with a sleeveless look or try something like a wrap-dress to accentuate your curves. An added bonus of a cocktail dress is that it can be transformed from casual to formal with a little help from accessories – so you could wear your dress to work, add accessories and hit a party.
- Adding Glamour: You don’t have to spend a fortune to add a little flare to your outfit. Try adding a broach, a statement necklace or fabulous earrings and colorful scarf to add some glamour to your dress.
- Feeling Confident: Looking your best is also about feeling your best. With only a few days left before the Oscars, try a quick tune-up to give you that extra boost of confidence. I’m working with Yoplait Light and I love their Two Week Tune Up plan – you could lose five pounds in just two weeks which may help give you that extra boost (see Yoplait.com for full plan details).
- Shoes: Shoes are also an important part of your overall look. A pair of high heel shoes can give you added height making you look not only taller, but slimmer. Your shoes can instantly transform from casual to formal as well. Wear a classic pair of black or solid color pumps for day. Then to jazz them up for night – take a pair of pretty clip-on earrings and clip them onto the front of your shoes. It’s a great way to add some glitz to polish off your look.
Other ideas for your party:
- Set up a photo area in your home – it could simply be a corner of your living room – where each guest can take their own ‘red carpet’ photo.
- Pick a signature cocktail/mocktail for the evening for something extra special.
- Play a game with your guests and vote on who you think will win each award.
Those of you who know me well know that I love to throw themed parties! These fun tips and ideas really make me want to put something together for Sunday (if only all my besties lived in town!). What about you? Do you watch the Oscars? Do you make an event of it and throw a party?
*Yoplait sent me these tips to share with you. I wasn’t paid or compensated in any way for sharing, I just thought they were loads of fun. If you want to learn about the Two Week Tune Up, and get a coupon, you can do so here: www.Yoplait.com/twoweektuneup.*
