You’ve most likely noticed some changes to MyFDB’s homepage; along with highlighting bolder ad campaigns and editorials, we’re also introducing verified user profiles. This allows users to put a verified symbol on their profile page. To start the verification process simply search for your name in the ”Are you in the database?” box. If you’re name is not there then click on the ”My profile is not listed button” and that will signal you to register on the site to begin the profile creation process.

Verified user profiles are the first in many stages of updates that MyFDB will be rolling out, so stay tuned for more advancements.

In honor of our fresh new look and verified user profiles we’re giving away the nouveau eau de parfum from Givenchy, ange ou démon le secret. The fragrance’s striking ad campaign was shot by Mario Testino and stars a sweet yet sultry Uma Thurman in a Riccardo Tisci gown.

TO ENTER:

If you’re an industry pro, get your profile verified and you’ll automatically be entered to win. If you don’t have a profile then sign up for an account and we’ll be sure to add your fashionable name to our database. *note you must be industry related to create a profile, otherwise you can still enter the contest by tweeting the phrase below

Simply a MyFDB enthusiast? Want more chances to win?

Send a tweet with following: The nouveau @MyFDB homepage is no le secret! Find ur profile & get verified! http://myfdb.com (@Givenchy #contest)

One winner will be chosen at random and must reside within the US. Contest ends at 12:00 PM PST April 28th.  The user will be notified either via email or direct message on Twitter. Thank you to Givenchy for providing the prize.

The 82nd Annual Academy Awards literally took Hollywood by storm this past weekend; and luckily for us all it didn't rain on the red carpet parade. Although, it may have been the dreary weather that prompted Hollywood's A-list to play it safe when selecting an Oscar gown. The night's trends included classic black dresses, ruffles, and champagne flavored gowns. While glamorous, all were lacking the risk-taking haute couture influence the fashion realm craves.

Of course leave it to our favorite starlet Zoe Saldana and her stylist Petra Flannery to deliver big with a Givenchy Haute Couture gown and shoes direct from Riccardo Tisci's Spring 2010 collection.

The dress was chosen just a few days before the awards. When InStyle asked Saldana what her Oscar fashion plans were at the Essence Black Women in Hollywood luncheon on March 4, she said she had yet to decide. She told InStyle, "My stylist Petra Flannery knows me more than I know myself when it comes to fashion. She always puts me in something that fits my personality and my mood, and she knows I go insane if I’m uncomfortable. Plus she wants me to look extra special.”

I'd say Flannery got it right as the Givenchy gown's sparkle, volume and shine perfectly accompanied Saldana's radiant personality. For some extra dazzle a whopping 80-carat amethyst and diamond inlay ring coupled with 20-carat bronzed platinum diamond drop earings from Lorraine Schwartz complimented the look.

Zoe proves that you don't have to be nominated to win big on the red carpet. Her look has already received tons of attention with praise from People, The Los Angeles Times, Telegraph UK, and Elle.

[Photo via Elle]