The closest I ever got to the Academy Award show was when I lived in Hollywood and could walk to the Kodak Theater. All the festivities were almost completely blocked from my view. I got lucky and managed to find a whole in the fence to peep through. Even then I was so far away the only thing I could see were people the size of ants moving around. This is why I will be watching the Oscars from my couch. I will be dreaming about the gown I would wear if they would just let me past the fence and onto the red carpet. Here’s a glimpse into my dreams.

(clockwise from upper left) Emerald Earrings by Abhaas, Red Dress by Marchesa, Gold Bangles by Cara Accessories, Snake Ring by Isharya Winding, Snake Bangle by Jenny Bird, Shoes by Yves Saint Laurent, Clutch by Alexander McQueen

Tiger Bangle by Kenneth Jay Lane $112

Tiger Bangle by Forever 21 $7.56
I’ve been eying a number of animal bangle bracelets. They are one of those pieces in your jewelry boxes that can go with jeans or formal attire. Now I can actually afford to buy one! And I did. Can you believe that it looks better in person than online? Check out the photo.





