SHOGASHA - Fashion. Art. Food.: 2011

Monday, December 26, 2011

Cooking with Sho: How to Make Bouillabaisse

Happy Holidays Everybody!!

It's been a crazy week over at the Gagossian household with all the present wrapping and holiday cheers, and the fun hasn't stopped yet!

BUT! Do not fear fellow readers, that hasn't deterred me from creating this next piece for you all to enjoy.

Here is a step-by-step "How To" video of one of France's most celebrated dishes - Bouillabaisse! I hope you enjoy making this dish as much as I did (not to mention the eating part too - that part you're absolutely going to love!).

If you have any questions or comments about the dish, please feel free to post!!

Enjoy!

Friday, December 16, 2011

Happy Friday!

It's the last day before the holiday hiatus over on the set of "Community" and it has been more of a gift-giving party than a stage!

Just wanted to say thank you to all the amazing cast & crew for making Community such a wonderful place to work! And since I wont be seeing you til next year, have a wonderful holiday and a very happy New Year!

Friends & Fans! Watch the latest episodes of "Community" season 3 on Hulu & Thursday Nights on NBC.

Have a great weekend!

Thursday, December 15, 2011

Golden Globe Nominees & Red Carpet Divas

The nominees for the Golden Globes have been announced this morning as it starts off the award season, as well as red carpet showdowns with best and worst dressed.

Let's see what some of our Best Actress nominees wore on the red carpet...

Photo source: Trend Rabbit

Best Actress, Drama: Tilda Swinton wearing Haider Ackermann at the Cannes premiere of "We Need to Talk About Kevin". She looks like a model - so stunning with those fierce eyes!

Photo source: Styleite

Best Actress, Drama: Rooney Mara wore this jaw-dropping dress by designer Prabal Gurung at the NY premiere of "The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo". She looks absolutely stunning showing off some sexy skin (love the back). That's one HOT dress!

Photo source: Red Carpet Fashion Awards

Best Actress, Drama: Glenn Close arrived at the NY premiere of "Albert Nodds" wearing a Japonesque Armani Privé ensemble. The suit is slightly different from the runway version, with a different fabric, print, and longer pant legs. She knows how to rock a suit - very classy!

Photo source: Celebrity Fashion

Best Actress, Comedy: Michelle Williams appeared at the AFI Fest Hollywood premiere of "My Week With Marilyn" wearing this lovely strapless sweetheart dress by Oscar de la Renta.

Photo source: Hollywood Reporter

Best Actress, Comedy: Charlize Theron was looking bold, fun and sexy on the red carpet in a red-orange leather Dior dress at the NY premiere of "Young Adult".

Post your favorite red carpet looks in the comments below!

Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Having a Bad Hair Day? So Did These Guys...

After a hairdryer malfunction this morning I was left with a royal bouffant (and by that I mean a royal puffy mess!).

Let's go down the memory lane of hair faux pas that made us gasp in horror.

Post comments of your favorite faux pas below!

Photo source: Google Images

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Dress Me Up Before You Go-Go: Holiday to Anyday Party & Evening Wear

Oh so many banquets and masquerades!
What shall I wear? Where shall I begin?!

Source: Models.com

Seeking a haute dress or sexy mini to wear for the many holiday parties you'll be attending? Here are a few numbers that will have all the girls and boys howling for you!

Clockwise from top left: Silence & Noise - Sheer mesh bodycon dress $59; Silence & Noise - Fabric mix surplice romper $69; Sparkle & Fade - Sateen bustier dress $59; UO - Reverse printed dress $89. Available at Urban Outfitters.

T by Alexander Wang - One Shoulder Dress $135. Available, currently on sale for $79, online at Barneys New York.

From Top, Left to Right: JB by Julie Brown - Navy chiffon pleated rosette shoulder dress $265; Underligne - Black stretch leather paneled bodycon tank dress $395; Cut25 - Black sequin cutout shoulder dress $440; Notte by Marchesa - Leopard printed chiffon feather hem dress $795; Badgley Mischka Platinum Label - Black ruched tulle lame strapless dress $440; Gucci - Ivory chain and horsebit print matte silk belted dress $2,280; Alexander McQueen - Black draped jersey embroidered cutout shoulder dress $2,995; Nicole Miller - Black 'fringe benefits' jersey split sleeve dress $320; Zimmermann - Marble printed paneled bodycon v-neck dress $395; Wyatt - Light gold sequin check 'Phebe' tank dress $184. All dresses are currently on sale (some over 65% off!) and available on Bluefly.

Monday, December 12, 2011

Color Me Seafoam.. Spring 2012 RTW Plus Color Trends

The weather may be frightful and grey outside but designers promise an array of shades far from the gloom and at opposite ends of primary colors (not to mention far from this era, think retro redefined) for Spring 2012.

Unlike last season, the upcoming Spring collections bring us colors like bright whites, bubblegum pink, lavender, goldenrod, seafoam green, raspberry and chocolate - sounds more like what you'd take on a date with a mermaid!

Here is a preview from designers from their Spring 2012 RTW collections...