20 Ways to Wear the Biggest Trends from the People’s Choice Awards

Jan 08, 2015

Last night the People’s Choice Awards officially kicked off award show season, and with it, stirred our obsession with red carpet style out of hibernation. As for the celebrities in attendance, the major entrances never paused. Stars dazzled in styles that hit the mark with glam red carpet staples — the floor length gowns and glittering dresses were all swoon-worthy — and even the more unconventional looks, like head-to-toe white and oh yes, pants on the red carpet, felt on-point. Let’s just say, they’re trends you’re gonna want to tackle for your next winter party. See the biggest trends from the People’s Choice Awards below, and peep (and shop) 20 lookalikes below.

When draped like a dream and tailored to a tee, menswear-inspired pieces like jumpsuits and suits can feel decidedly feminine, especially thanks to details like sexy cutouts, plunging necklines.

1. Kaley Cuoco-Sweeting: Kaley’s black and white culotte jumpsuit might be our favorite red carpet look from the Big Bang Theory star yet. If you can’t find a onesie that’s color blocked and cropped, we’d pick the color over the cut and search for a two-toned number like this findersKEEPERS Like Smoke Colorblock Jumpsuit ($195), which nails the color combo plus has similar peek-a-boo cutouts. (Photo via Jason Merritt/Getty)

2. Ellen Pompeo: The Grey’s Anatomy actress wears a nude jumpsuit flawlessly — it’s not too tight, it’s not too revealing and thanks to its pinky tone, doesn’t look like she’s baring it all. No matter your skin tone, a flowy blush-nude jumpsuit like ASOS’ Playsuit With Sleeves ($42) should look just as classy. (Photo via Frazer Harrison/Getty)

3. Bella Thorne: 17-year old Disney star Bella shows that looking good in a suit is all about having it fit like butter. Get the same body-hugging feel and instant ’70s vibe by hacking her two piece with a single button black blazer over a plunging jumpsuit like this Solace Rossi Stretch Crepe Jumpsuit ($187). Fashion tape sold separately. (Photo via Michael Buckner/Getty)

4. Portia de Rossi: It might be impossible to find a jumpsuit with Portia’s web-like cutouts, so take a cue from her color and snatch up a true blue fitted onesie like Missguided’s Madeleine Halterneck Jumpsuit ($23). You could always bring more attention to your midriff with a lariat or body chain. (Photo via Frazer Harrison/Getty)

5. Melissa McCarthy: The easiest way to punch up a classic blazer and pant combo? Choose a jacket with a leather lapel. We have Melissa to thank for this foolproof styling reminder. Now all you have to do is grab the dressy piece — try a cropped version like this Carmakoma Tailored Blazer ($156) and wear it with a high-low hem top. (Photo via Jason Merritt/Getty)

6. Ariel Winter: The Modern Family actress is wearing the blazer dress like it never went out of style (and it won’t anytime soon — it’s destined to be worn over fancy pants). If you’re crazy for this style, you’re better off splurging on a tailored-for-the-trend dress like this Line & Dot Angelina Tuxedo Dress ($159) than trying to hack the look with the long blazer you already have. (Photo via Frazer Harrison/Getty)

WINTER WHITE

Head-to-toe white is officially a winter style staple. Besides giving any outfit a bright, current feel — red carpet-bound or otherwise — the crisp color can even downplay a sartorial misstep (sorry Anna Faris), making it a saves-the-day option for fashion risk takers.

7. Ginnifer Goodwin: This minimalist dress packs a punch with volume (we mean aside from being a stunning pearly white), so to recreate this look, grab a full midi like Missguided’s Auberta White Pleated Midi Skirt ($38), which anchors the Once Upon a Time actress’ outfit. Keep it fun but not too girly with a crisp frill-free top. (Photo via Jason Merritt/Getty)

8. Renee Bargh: Take note: the Australian television presenter is wearing a lace sheath over a romper. If you can’t DIY the look with a bodysuit and sheer but chic cover up, the new standard lace dress — you’ve seen ’em, the ones that show the raw lace edge over a slip, should be your go-to. The Keepsake I Will Wait Dress ($228) is definitely a keeper. (Photo via Jason Merritt/Getty)

9. Anna Faris: All we can say is that co-host Anna went for it with the peplum hems. We’d reinterpret this over-the-top look with a dress that boasts big ruffles in unexpected (but still flattering) places like on this structural ASOS Ruffle Bonded Texture Body Con Dress ($42). (Photo via Jason Merritt/Getty)

AWARD SHOW GLIMMER

Metallic patterns are having a moment, ranging from simple stripes to ornate geometric designs that add extra sparkle to already exquisite gowns. Even the more subtle silky shimmers turned heads with the rest of them.

10. Sarah Hyland: Not only is the pale blue color of Sarah Hyland’s sparkler a perfect take on icy blue, but the intricate beading makes this simple silhouette something special on the Modern Family actress. Look for a dress like the Forever21 Sequined Bodycon Dress ($35) that doesn’t just set the sequins in straight rows to up the impact. (Photo via Jason Merritt/Getty)

11. Iggy Azalea: Our favorite crop top of the night goes to Favorite Hip Hop Artist winner Iggy Azalea: it’s full of glitz, but at the same time so wearable. A jeweled, oversized top like Nasty Gal’s Sienna Embellished Top ($68) is both a perfect match for the “Beg For It” singer’s wide-legged trousers as it will be for high-waisted ripped jeans. (Photo via Kevin Winter/Getty)

12. Bellamy Young: The shimmer is almost hidden from the Scandal star’s cocktail dress, but look closely at Bellamy’s sleeves and you’ll catch a golden shine. Play up the understated luxe with a dress that effortlessly mixes black and gold like with the lace overlay on this Day Birger Mikkelsen Gray Day Weave Dress ($175). (Photo via Michael Buckner/Getty)

13. Gabrielle Union: The slip dress has not gone away for the winter. Gabrielle’s silky maxi feels more substantial thanks to the eye-popping fuchsia color, which was the unofficial color of the night (see: Kristen Bell). Look for a slinky version of the Top 5 actress’ dress that can be worn casually over a black tee or glamorously on its own, like this Motel Rock Swallow Tail Slip Dress ($60). (Photo via Jason Merritt/Getty)

14. Olivia Munn: Olivia’s midi is a playful (and glamorous) twist on a preppy staple. Don’t know about you, but we kind of wish all sequins came in stripes like Zara Sequined Striped Dress ($26). (Photo via Jason Merritt/Getty)

FEMININE DETAILS

Ruffles and tulle and lace, oh my! These ultra girly details made for one fairy tale of a red carpet with full and flowy dresses that nodded to decades’ past without feeling too vintage-y.

15. Stana Katic: Floral prints are one thing, but the Castle star’s gown channels spring with cheery petal appliqués that popped right off of her bodice — a high-fashion detail that elevates any dress to wow-worthy status like this Chi Chi Plus 3D Floral Lace Bandeau Maxi Dress ($114). (Photo via Christopher Polk/Getty)

16. Camilla Luddington: The contrast of silky panels and tulle tiers turn the Grey’s Anatomy actresss’ vintage-feeling dress into an of the moment masterpiece. With a mesh neckline mixed into this flared ModCloth Sense of Efflorescence Dress ($50), the frock feels similarly fresh. (Photo via Jason Merritt/Getty)

17. Kristin Bell: Yep, one of the best looks of the night was a hot pink post-baby look (and how could you not love husband Dax Shepard’s matchy burgundy suit?). We found a shell top dress in that same jaw-dropping hue — this ASOS Pencil Dress in Shell Top With Texture ($80)– we’ll leave it to you to find the impossibly cute date. (Photo via Jason Merritt/Getty)

18. Kat Dennings: Goth girls love lace, too, and the 2 Broke Girls star shows what an angsty masterpiece black lace can be. Look for a dress with short raw edge sleeves to keep the moodiness under control like on this Kimchi Blue Lace Jan Jan Mini Dress ($50). (Photo via Jason Merritt/Getty)

19. Giuliana Rancic: The E! host brings back the prom dress in the best way possible, a chic mint monochrome with sharp matte embellishments. We choose to copy the color over the cut with this Forever 21 Piqué Bodycon Dress ($13) that’s spring-ready as ever. (Photo via Jason Merritt/Getty)

20. Caitriona Balfe: We never tire of capes on the red carpet, and the Outlander actress’ version of the winged LBD is one almost any woman can see themselves in. Keep the cape short and flirty like on this Junarose Cape Sleeve Dress ($95). (Photo via Jason Merritt/Getty)

What were your favorite looks from last night’s award show? Share your best and worst dressed picks in the comments below.

Everyone's Losing It Over This "Horrifying" 'Severance' Season 2 Theory: "I'm Gonna Lose My Mind."

If you can't stop talking about Severance season 2, you're not alone. The Apple TV+ show has totally taken over the internet (and all my group chats) and as the mysteries at Lumon continue to unfold, there's one heartbreaking, viral theory surrounding this week's episode, and Gemma, that has the internet in a tizzy.

Keep reading for the most insane Severance season 2, episode 9 theory on the internet.

Has Gemma been an innie the whole time?

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TikTok user @msauroraalice made the connection that Severance season 2 episode 9, "The After Hours," has the same title as a specific Twilight Zone episode in which a mannequin, well, forgets she's a mannequin. And now we're all wondering whether Severance is going to reveal a very similar plotline with Gemma.

"Could Gemma have been manufactured at Lumon and all of her experience with Mark is just a severed version of herself," @msauroraalice says, theorizing that "there is no Gemma."

"I bet this next episode, Gemma or Helly has a horrifying discovery about themselves just like the mannequin realizing she's not even alive," she continues.

Clearly, this Twilight Zone episode has a ton of similarities to Severance, with the split identities of it all. And as one Reddit user just made it even more heartbreaking by saying, "She could be an experiment from the very start which is why they went as far as to fake her death and recruit Mark to work for them. That would be heartbreaking. It would mean Mark and Gemma 's relationship was manufactured from the beginning."

"The After Hours" is sure to set us up for a crazy 'Severance' season 2 finale.

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After everything Mark has been through, this would truly be a heartbreaking turn of events and I don't know if I could handle it! I'm not alone, either. TikTok users flooded the comments of the post (which has over 900K views).

"If Gemma was never a full person to begin with I'm gonna lose my mind," one user said, while another theorized, "I think Gemma is real but she actually died. Lumon had plans for her to begin with so they revived her body because they effectively own it and now she's stuck in purgatory testing."

But if this Severance theory breaks your heart as much as it breaks mine, there's a silver lining. "The next episode after 'The After Hours' from TWZ is called 'The Mighty Casey' and is about a robot who becomes more human I believe," a third TikTok user says.

But honestly, emotional devastation — and peeling back a character's insecurities, fears, and heartbreak to get to their core — make for really good TV because of how relatable those moments can be. So we'll just have to see what the Severance season 2 finale has in store.

Here are 10 Questions I Need Severance Season 2 To Answer — let us know on Instagram what kinds of questions and theories you have.

Doom Scrolling Is Making You Even More Anxious — How To Curb Your Bad Habit

I didn't know I was doom scrolling on social media until I had a nightmare I was being chased by oddly-shaped thought bubbles filled with conflicting ideology. It was enough to make me set screen limits for myself, but I wondered if other people were still struggling with the same thing I'd been doing.

According toDr. Dr. Mikki Lee, Psy.D.,Manhattan-based psychologist at Clarity Therapy NYC, she works "with many people with ADHD who struggle specifically with doom scrolling." If you're doom scrolling, it doesn't necessarily mean you're neurodivergent, but she's seen this phenomenon enough to know it's not another trendy word that'll come and go.

So Here's what these professionals know about doom scrolling — and how they wanna help you stop doing it!

Scroll to learn what doom scrolling is, how to recognize it, and steps to take to curb your new habit!

What does "doom scrolling" mean?

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"Doom scrolling" is exactly what it sounds like — an incessant amount of staring at social media feeds. From Dr. Lee's perspective, it's "when we continuously and compulsively scroll through negative news or distressing content on social media or news sites." The worst part is that she says "we often continue to do so even when it makes us feel progressively worse over time!" It's almost like we're in a toxic relationship with it 👀.

Also, the news is much more accessible than it used to be. I vividly remember my grandmother being glued to the morning and evening reports growing up, but now we don't have to look far for a breakdown of what's going on. Because of this, Dr. Lee believes "breaking ourselves out of this cycle is especially difficult because much of the news today is presented in a way that keeps us 'hooked.'" How?

Why are more people talking about it?

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Based on her observations, Dr. Lee feels "social media algorithms often prioritize content that is engaging and gets reactions (often fear-based)." If you've ever used the word "rage-bait" in a conversation then you're already familiar with what she means. As a result, this "makes it easy to get stuck in a loop of distressing information," according to her. "In fact, with world issues such as climate concerns and political polarization, there seems to be an endless stream of negative news," she adds.

As much as I haven't wanted to talk about them, it's hard to escape concerns and opinions related to topics such as politics, reproductive health, or celebrity PR disasters. They have a way of showing up in conversations because almost everyone I know has access to a smart phone, where news is readily available at our fingertips.

What are negative side effects of being on social media or news sites 24/7?

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If you've been feeling on edge or skittish lately, Dr. Lee wants you to know there's a connection between them and doom scrolling. "There are plenty of negative consequences of doom-scrolling. It can increase our feelings of stress and anxiety, lead to feelings of depression and hopelessness, disturb our sleep (if doom-scrolling late at night), and eat up our time during the day when we’re trying to be productive and engage in positive life activities," she says.

However, some good has come out of an increased awareness about doom scrolling. According to Dr. Lee, "we are becoming more aware of the effects of screen time, especially doom scrolling, our our mental health." I didn't know it at the time, but going into my phone settings to create boundaries for myself was the right thing to do!

How can I curb this habit?

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If you're ready to stop being so attached to your phone, Dr. Lee has a few tips to help you make this necessary change.

Create screen limits: "Set time limits on how much news you consume. I like to keep it around 30 minutes a day of news exposure."
Review your notifications: "Remove news notifications from your phone to remove the constant barrage of 'breaking news' so that YOU can decide when to check in."
Try listening to a podcast: "Subscribe to a news podcast such as The Daily or NPR News Now. Podcasts automatically have a time limit and often discuss the most pressing news of the day. PLUS, you can listen while doing something stress-relieving, such as working out."

How can I tell if I'm doom scrolling or casually looking at social media?

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It can be confusing when you're not sure if you're casually scrolling on social media, or succumbing to doom and gloom. But Dr. Lee doesn't want you to stress yourself out even further! Here's how she says you can tell which one you're doing:

Stay curious: "Pay attention to your mood during and after scrolling. Are you feeling anxious, drained, or exhausted? Do you keep scrolling bad news and struggle to stop even though it makes you feel progressively worse? These are signs that you are doom-scrolling."
Pay attention to content you're consuming: "On the other hand, if you are engaging with a variety of content (not just bad news) that makes you feel informed, entertained, or inspired, you are likely just casually scrolling. Casually scrolling often feels easier to stop than doom-scrolling."

You don't have to stop using your favorite social media apps, but it does help to limit how often you're online. If it's been more than two hours since you've gotten up to eat, use the bathroom, or work, you need to break up with doom scrolling ASAP.

Visit the rest of our site for even more self-care tips!

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25 Crazy Good St. Patrick's Day Desserts That Will Be Your Lucky Charm

St. Patrick's Day in America is known mostly as an excuse to have a day-long marathon of drinking green beer (we'll take some green cocktails, too), but if staying in is more your jam, you'll need some epic DIY party favorsand a slew of adorable St. Patrick's Day-themed treats! In this collection of St. Patrick's Day desserts, you'll find everything from rainbow cupcakes and Lucky Charms pancakes, to Leprechauns made out of Nutter Butters and boozy green fudge. Yum.

Throw on your best “Kiss Me, I'm Irish" apron and have some fun with these 25 delicious St. Patrick's Day desserts!

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St. Patrick’s Day Rainbow Donuts

This adorable DIY requires no cooking and is a blast to make with friends. At the end of this rainbow you may not find gold, but you will find a fluffy cloud of coconut just waiting to be devoured. (via Brit + Co)

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St. Patrick's Day Dessert Shots

These cute, tiny shots are sweetened with flavors like dark chocolate, vanilla, and peppermint extract — and they even have a bite-sized brownie on the bottom. Now that's a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, amiright? (via Sarah Anderson forBrit + Co)

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Lucky Charms Ice Cream

This one isn't a specific recipe per say, it's more of a how-too... but arguably the most useful how-to you'll learn this month. This overview of how to make Lucky Charms-infused ice cream can be put to use this St. Patrick's Day and beyond! (via Brit + Co)

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St. Patrick’s Day Dessert Pizza

Deep dish pizza should always have a sugar cookie crust and a Bailey's Irish Cream chocolate filling. Top with green sprinkles, green tinted white chocolate and chopped chocolate mint candies for that extra festive feel. (via Grandbaby Cakes)

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Double Rainbow Cake

Labor intensive? Maybe. Totally worth it? Absolutely. Grab a partner or your kiddos, and settle in for a fun afternoon of food coloring and multi-colored M&M decorating. (via Brit + Co)

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Drunken Grasshopper Fudge

This is definitely an adults-only fudge. Made with both Crème de Menthe and Crème de Cocoa, this fudge has a boozy flavor that bites back. Throw on a handful of shamrock sprinkles to really drive the theme home. (via Sweet Recipeas)

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St. Patrick’s Day Leprechaun Cookies

These little guys would be so cute to make for your kiddo's school St. Patrick's Day party. Plus, they double as a fun activity to do with them at home. They're almost too cute to eat… almost. (via Home Made Interest)

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Leprechaun Hat S’mores

Obviously a large marshmallow on top of a cookie makes the perfect top hat. Once it's covered in chocolate and adorned with green decor, you have the perfect edible s'mores hat that any leprechaun would be happy to wear. (via The Cake Blog)

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St. Patrick’s Day Rice Krispie Treats

You may have to go digging for marshmallows in a box of Lucky Charms to make these, but it's totally worth it. The pretty pastels in the marshmallows also looks perfect with the light green of the Rice Krispies. (via Classy Clutter)

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Matcha Roll Cake

This sponge-y roll cake is packed with matcha whipped cream, and it looks just as good as it tastes! (via Takes Two Eggs)

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Irish Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes

The batter these cupcakes are crafted with is spiked with Guinness and Jameson for a bit of booziness. (via Averie Cooks)

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Mint Chocolate Chip Pie For St. Patrick’s Day

You don't have to have a lot of time and ingredients to make a great St. Patrick's Day dessert. All you need for this freezer pie is a pre-made Oreo pie crust and mint chocolate chip ice cream. Whipped cream and chocolate shavings optional – as if! (via Barbara Bakes)

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This post has been updated with additional reporting by Meredith Holser.

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