Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Blake Lively vs. Serena van der Woodsen

Good morning Upper East Siders. That's right, it's that time again, and this week's Gossip Girl episode is promising bigger scandals and drama, so who ISN'T excited?!
Well in the spirit of this juicy new episode, I thought I would mention one of the main characters that, without her, the season would be complete.
I know as much as any hardcore Gossip Girl fan that once you start to get into and know the characters, when they're outside the show, it's just plain weird! You look at them on the red carpet or at major events and think, 'It's just NOT the same!'
One of the main characters, Serena van der Woodsen, is a total fashion icon on this show, a true it-girl, but what is her style and her personality off-set? I dug a little deeper to separate the glamorous character and the real Blake and what sets them apart.

Serena van der Woodsen


People magazine compares Serena with Josh Schwartz's original it-girl creation Marissa Cooper, and states that Serena is the character that "seems to have it all, but in addition to her party girl reputation, dark family secrets and a disregard for high society, Serena one-ups the sulky Coop with a history of BFF betrayal. She's the bad girl gone good stereotype that slips up once in a while. Blake comments on her character, saying "I feel ridiculous at times with her, because I'm killing someone or marrying someone, but I look like me. I'm like, 'Oh, this is absurd.'"
But of course, this blog is about fashion, so fashion is what we shall look at now!
Serena's sense of style on the show is compared to that of Kate Moss, as she mixes a lot a fashion-forward and vintage pieces for a boho chic look with a rock chick edge. Like Kate, Serena is not afraid to wear something crazy if she loves it, and seems to able to throw absolutely anything on and make it look effortlessly gorgeous, and she will never leave the house without injecting something unique into her outfit! Of course, Serena's style is inspired by the Upper East Side, so there's always that element of classic chic that is always present. Also, her clothes may not always look it, but most are extremely expensive designer pieces that many fashionistas (I'm pointing at me) cannot afford.
Serena is most known for her well-cut jackets, skinny jeans, girly dresses, boots, layered necklaces and bangles. She is also often seen with her hair crafted in a way that is perfect yet imperfect and messy, but whatever the occasion, she always manages to look fabulous!




Blake Lively



Blake Lively was born September 25th 1987, making her a Libra, and she was born in Tarzana, California. She grew up in the fabulous LA and is the youngest of five children. She was voted one of People's "100 most beautiful people" in 2008, attended Burbank High School and both her parents were actors. Vogue magazine called her upbringing to be advantageous to her character background and finds her "dazzling and worldly and optimistic." Her mother, a former model from Georgia, would dress her differently and her differing fashion choices drew the attention of her classmates from the LA private school she enrolled in. She stated that "it was the only school where people were just downright mean to me. They would make fun of my clothes because I dressed differently than the other kids." I bet they're all kicking themselves now!
Blake has two sides when it comes to fashion - one is creatively casual, where she looks absolutely stunning when she's just walking down the street to get a Starbucks (caramel latte anyone?), and there's also the gorgeously dressy side of her, where she manages to pull off deliciously unique and somewhat quirky designs in a way that not many can!


Who's style do you prefer, Serena's or Blake's? And who else is dying in anticipation for tonight's episode? Let me know!
x

21 comments:

  1. I like them both because I think they get good results considering their work, I mean: Serena has a whole bunch of people looking after her style (did you know she spent 3 months trying clothes before the show started?) and that's why everyting in Gossip Girl looks so perfect. Blake is a real girl instead and she has many things in her mind appart from clothes (I guess), and that's why her style is more comfy and relaxed. anyway i feel closer to blake's style

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  2. Thanks for stopping by my blog! I love Blake Lively and Serena! I wish I had more time to follow the show, but my school work is too intense. I love everything Blake wears and in every interview I have read of her she seems like such a down to earth girl. I remember one quote were she said that she would be wearing things from vintage second hand stores but she is lucky enough to have designers give her clothes to wear. I love that she is now working with Channel such a classically beautiful brand that works perfectly with her. I will follow you!

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  3. I love them both, she is such a gorgeous girl, basically you could put a paper bag on her and she would look beautiful!

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  4. i like them both, she just wears clothes beautifully, so jealous



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  5. Blake once told the press she dresses exactly like Serena and that she owns most of Serena's outfits. I guess they have the same style, which is all about sexiness. I think Blake is overrated, especially when it comes to how Anna Wintour and the rest at US Vogue builds her up. Nevertheless, it is true that Blake is a gorgeous girl with an interesting style. And she's got a hot body, too. :)

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  6. I did hear that! But Blake doesn't usually dress as thoughtfully as Serena, but I still love them both! Thank you for all your lovely comments! I'll get back to you all ASAP :)

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  8. I love that post :) can't tell how muxh I love Gossip girl! And I love both of them, too. Serena and Blake both are always dressed best :) xoxo Vanessa

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  9. thanks for your comment! following you now ;) Have a nice day! V

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  10. I prefef Serana's ! great post xxx

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  11. This is one of my fav posts ever! I am a gossip girl fanatic and wish i had Blake/Serena hair, wardrobe, long long legs! xxxxxx

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  12. We like the style of Serena in Gossip Girl, but Blake did not see bad in reality. Perhaps a mixture of the two would be the perfect combination. Now we follow! A kiss from Zaragoza

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  13. she looks always so beautiful!

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  14. love the two style !! ;) But really appreciate Serena Van der Woodsen

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  15. Lovely post!
    I love Blake Lively:)
    I just found your blog,it's really cute.I added to your followers:)
    xoxo
    Mary
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  16. gotta love them both :) xx

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  17. Thank you all for your amazing comments! I will comment and follow you all back!

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  18. i am obsessed with gossip girl!

    xoxo
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  19. wow i have never seen this series but the outfits are gorgeous!

    i am following dear :) amazing blog!

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  20. thanks for commenting on my blog! i watched GG last night its my fav show! i love Serenas style, she has gotten so fit this last season!!

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  21. I know her style is amazing, and GG has to be one of the best shows ever!

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