2016 Oscar Parties Red Carpet Wish List Part 11

5 more posts of Oscar party wishes and a post for the Costume Designers Guild Awards red carpet are all that stand between the main stage wishes. I am getting more and more excited as there are a gaggle of red carpets leading up to the Academy Awards next week and the ultra glam parties that follow. Dakota Johnson has been continuously getting better and better with her red carpet looks and I am hoping that she will step out on the red carpet at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party next Sunday. Dakota, and her stylist, have been picking amazing gowns for her red carpet appearances lately and I am intrigued to see what they would pick for the Vanity Fair party. I would love to see Dakota step out in this ultra sexy glam black Cushnie et Ochs Fall 2016 RTW long sleeve crystal embroidered gown which has a daring plunging neckline. I believe that this classic chic gown would be very high impact on Dakota who knows how to elevate a classic look. A black Edie Parker clutch, a pair of black satin sandals, a dazzling diamond necklace, a bold red lip, chic waves, and a pair of diamond studs would just ensure that Dakota has a sultry and glamorous look on the Vanity Fair red carpet.

Jessica Biel would be a fun person to see out on the red carpet on Oscar night with hubby Justin Timberlake, giving them an ultra glam date night while a sitter stays home with the baby. Jessica has been on very few red carpets since giving birth and I have not had a major wow moment, so I think that this opportunity would make for a great chance for her to redeem herself. I think that this black and blue Atelier Versace Spring 2016 Couture strapless embroidered mermaid gown would make for such a major red carpet moment for Jessica. Some of my favorite moments from Jessica in the past have come thanks to Versace and I think that this would be another. While I know some people are wanting to see this at the main event I think that this is something more in tune to an after party and I am really hoping that Jessica gets her hands on it.

After the year she had last year I am kind of expecting to see Lea Seydoux on the red carpet at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party next Sunday. Lea was jettisoned to international fame after her role as a Bond girl in Spectre, the latest installation of the James Bond franchise. Earlier this year Lea was announced as a face of Louis Vuitton and I let my heart sink. Her first look with the brand was a disaster, only Alicia Vikander has had continued success as a Louis Vuitton ambassador, so I am hoping since it is going to be Alicia's big night that Lea takes to the red carpet in another brand. I would love to see Lea in a custom Prada or Miu Miu gown or this amazing emerald green Elie Saab Fall 2014 Couture fulled embellished gown with a 3/4 length sleeve. This is a regal red carpet moment waiting to happen and I think that Lea would punctuate that regality perfectly. A sleek hairstyle, a red lip, and diamond cluster earrings would finish this regal moment with ease.

I am interested to see what Nicole Kidman will wear on Oscar night. I am betting that she wears one look all night from the Elton John AIDS Foundation Oscar Viewing Party (which she is one of the events co-chairs) to the Vanity Fair Oscar Party after the ceremony. Nicole usually sticks to one look and I am hoping that it is something that I love. I think that soft dusty pink Gucci Pre-Fall 2016 puffy sleeve gown with bow detailing on the bodice and subtle print. I think it would take a woman with regal presence to make this gown work on the red carpet and Nicole has it, when she wants it. I think that this would make for a very old Hollywood moment as the gown evokes the styles of the 1940's, so I think a chic vintage inspired bob, fresh faced makeup, a gold clutch, pair of gold sandals, and yellow gold set diamond cluster earrings would ensure that Nicole has a great night on the red carpet.

Saoirse Ronan might be the nominated actress that I am most worried about when it comes to her Oscar night style. I think that the actress and Vanity Fair Hollywood Issue cover star will most likely go short for the Vanity Fair Oscar Party. After a glam gown on the main stage I would love to see Saoirse wearing this black and silver Burberry Pre-Fall 2016 gown with beautiful beaded fringe gown on the red carpet at Vanity Fair. I think that this kind of relaxed modern flapper look would be a perfect look for an after party. Keep the styling along the lines of a modern flapper with a sleek ponytail, a smoky eye, black clutch, and a pair of simple black sandals and Saoirse would have an after party look worthy of an Oscar nominated actress.

Runway Report: Burberry Fall 2016 Menswear

I followed Burberry on Snapchat over the days leading up to, and the day of, the Fall 2016 Menswear presentation. They told a story of how they created the collection with the idea traditionally laid out from wedding's with "Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue." We saw creative director Christopher Bailey take the Burberry classics, the trench coat and plaid check, and reienvent them into all new styles. For the something borrowed Bailey seemed to take an interest in the pop star street style from Asia mixing sequins with bold blue and red to create track suit style jackets. I did miss the signature classic Burberry tailoring but it was nice to see something just a little different come down the runway while still holding true to the codes of the historic fashion house. I was not a fan of the satchel bags that were paired with some of the looks since I think that they are too small to be functional in day to day life of a Burberry man, but I did love the sneakers that Bailey paired with almost every look. While this might not be my favorite Burberry collection ever there are still quite a few pieces that I covet.

2015 Venice Film Festival: "The Danish Girl" Premiere Wish List

Eddie Redmayne is gunning to be the next back to back Best Actor winner at the Academy Awards. This has not been done since 1994 when Tom Hanks won for "Forrest Gump" just a year after winning for playing Andrew Beckett in "Philadelphia." Eddie's portrayal of artist Einar Wegener/Lili Elbe, one of the first transgendered women in the world, in 'The Danish Girl" is garnering the buzz needed to be able to take home the prize yet again. I was slightly disappointed by Eddie this past awards season as he let his fun quirky sense of style take a back seat to the red carpet standard black and navy blue tuxedo's. I am hoping that Eddie will bring back the fun styles for his promo tour of "The Danish Girl" which starts during the 2015 Venice Film Festival. For the films photocall I picked a rusty brown Burberry Prorsum Spring 2016 single breasted suit that I would keep paired with the runways cream lace button down shirt and turquoise tie. I would figure that Eddie would choose a pair of sold light brown oxfords but I have to say that I would love to see him wear the runways two toned black and green oxfords instead. To step out for the big red carpet premiere is where I am really hoping that Eddie sticks to his sartorial guns and rocks this black and white Tom Ford Spring 2016 Menswear dotted tuxedo blazer paired with black tuxedo pants, a crisp white shirt. This is the type of look that I have missed from Eddie. I loved him for pushing the boundaries of menswear on the red carpet and this Tom Ford tuxedo definitely does just that.

Alicia Vikander is also getting a bit of Oscar buzz for her performance as Gerda Wegener, the wife of Eddie's character, and I am hoping that she will really turn it out for the "The Danish Girl" premiere. As a face of Louis Vuitton I am holding out hope that Alicia will be allowed to wear other brands besides LV as I get tired of seeing the same styles all the time. I am picking this simple black Louis Vuitton Fall 2015 RTW shift mini dress with a squiggly visual detail on the long sheer sleeves for Alicia to wear during the films photocall. Paired with a pair of blue pumps to add a bold pop of color to the look and a red lip this would be a perfect photocall look. For the red carpet premiere I picked this stunning royal blue Alberta Ferretti Fall 2015 Demi Couture chiffon gown. We see a lot of Alberta Ferretti during Venice and I think that this goddess like silhouette would be perfect for Alicia. The way that this gown drapes makes for an elegant red carpet moment. Finish off the look with a pair of silver sandals, a Louis Vuitton black and white Petite Malle graphic print clutch, ruby and diamond earrings, a soft ethereal updo, and a red lip to ensure that Alicia looks every part the Hollywood heavy hitter that she is becoming.

This year Amber Heard has gone from bad to pretty good and I am looking forward to seeing if she continues to bring the sexy to the red carpet during the 2015 Venice Film Festival. For the "The Danish Girl" photocall I would love to see Amber wear this simplistically sexy Altuzarra Resort 2016 red suit with a slight flared pant leg, impeccably tailored blazer, and black and white thin striped button down blouse. This is not an in your face sexy look but I think that a woman in an impeccably well fitted suit who oozes sex appeal looks so sensual. The borrowed from the boys look paired with a pair of gold Christian Louboutin pump, soft waves, and neutral makeup is a perfect look for Amber to wear for the photocall. The look that I picked for Amber to wear for the film's big red carpet premiere is much more classically sexy. This peacock blue velvet Ralph & Russo Fall 2015 Couture long sleeve gown that features a plunging neckline and split to there is just so elegantly sexy that Amber would look drop dead gorgeous. A chic updo, a red lip, a pair of black sandals, and a statement diamond necklace will ensure that Amber exudes old Hollywood glamour on the Venice Film Festival red carpet.

I have been trying to figure out who I wanted to wear this stunning cream Elie Saab Spring 2015 Couture featured and beaded gown with its remarkably sexy thigh high split. When Diane Kruger was announced as a juror for the 2015 Venice Film Festival I knew right then and there that she was the one. No one wears a gown quite like Diane and I have to say that I could see Diane making this sexy look very chic and sophisticated while still working that sexy central split to ensure that she isn't overwhelmed by all that is going on in this gown. Finished with a chic up do, a light pink lip and gold sandals and Diane would kill this look on the red carpet.

The curators of the Venice Film Festival have really given us fashion lovers a treat by not just giving us Diane Kruger on the Jury but also Elizabeth Banks. Each is a red carpet heavyweight but in their own ways. Elizabeth knows how to work the more demure looks really well while Diane works the avant garde with ease. For the "The Danish Girl" premiere I would love to see Elizabeth wear this elegant Marches Resort 2016 antique gold gown with 3-D floral embroidery. This gown needs someone who will wear it will confidence and Elizabeth defiantly has the presence to rock this gown on the red carpet. A gold box clutch, a pair of gold sandals, a red lip, and a simple updo will ensure that Elizabeth wears this gown and the gown does not overwhelm her.

Be sure to follow me on Twitter and Facebook during the 2015 Venice Film Festival, which runs from September 2 to September 12, to keep on top of all the looks that come down the red carpet.

Runway Report: Burberry Prorsum Spring 2016 Menswear

Hope you guys enjoy the new format for runway reviews! I am working on a whole lot more but I thought I would give you a sneak peak into the future of If I Was A Stylist with this Burberry review. You can watch the whole show here.

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Runway Report: Burberry Prorsum Fall 2015 Menswear

 "Classically Bohemian" that is the title that creative director Christopher Bailey gave the Burberry Prorsum Fall 2015 Menswear collection which was presented in London on Monday. Models David Gandy and Jourdan Dunn sat front row alongside the likes of Anna Wintour and singer Tinie Tempah in a tent draped in thick curtains. The collection took a departure from the typical English preppy style in favor of a more worldly earthy collection of classics that met off-kilter and bohemian ideals. I have to say that this collection really spoke to me. These are the types of pieces that I look for when I am buying for my own closet. Classic, with a twist. The show opened with an olive green tasseled cashmere poncho, which just looks so comfy and warm, and the punches just kept on rolling in.

Solids mixed with paisleys, florals, the signature Burberry Scottish check, camo, leopard, and mirrored embellishments just enforced the ideas that these pieces were acquired across travels across the globe. Bailey said the collection was "decorative and free," and I have to say that I totally agree. Cashmere, wool, velvet, leather, suede, shearing, linen, and cotton helped craft the amazing clothing that took to the runway in colors like cornflower, olive, teal, burgundy, turquoise, mustard, ink, purple, charcoal, and fuchsia. The most exciting thing that I saw take to the red carpet were the blanket shawls that were so popular from the Fall 2014 Women's Ready-to-Wear collection make an appearance for men. I can see a lot of the daring male members of the fashion industry wearing these type of coats, along with the mirrored tuxedo blazer. I hope that as more and more brands that hold classic ideals, like Burberry, start (and continue) to break the mold on traditional menswear.

The accessories in this collection were totally on point. I want the carryall in every single texture and color that it came in. Only two bags were presented with the collection the Carryall and a suede fringe document case. I want them ALL. Men get a bad rep for carrying a bag but I think that if you need to keep your life organized why not do it in a stylish manner. The classic Burberry scarf got an update this season was well. The cashmere scarves feature a long all the way around fringe and are printed in a bevy of new colors.

2014 Rome Film Festival: "Love, Rosie" Premiere Wish List

Lily Collins will be on hand at the Rome Film Festival to premiere her latest film "Love, Rosie." At the films gala premiere in London, Lily wore a sleek red Solace London high-neck long-sleeved gown. With that in mind I am wishing that Lily will go back to her princessy dressing with this Monique Lhuillier Spring 2015 RTW noir liquid satin strapless bodice and ombre tulle tea length gown. I think that this gown is stunning and it is modern and it is classic, an updated version of Audrey Hepburn. I would finish this look with a sleek up-do, a red lip, and a pair of gunmetal grey Christian Louboutin pointed toe pumps to keep the air of Audrey Hepburn alive.

Suki Waterhouse has become a style star within the past year, thanks in short to her status as girlfriend of Bradley Cooper, and I have to say that I have been slow to jump on her band wagon. I tend to only love Suki's red carpet looks when she is wearing Burberry, except during fashion month where she looked stunning in a few Louis Vuitton ensembles. I figure that Suki would most likely wear a Burberry gown custom made for her by Christopher Bailey, she did preview the Spring 2015 collection at the Met Ball back in May. I would love to see Suki grab this off the runway Burberry Prorsum Spring 2015 RTW strapless peacock blue cocktail dress. I think that despite this being a major film festival that Suki is cool enough to make this stunning dress work on the red carpet at the films premiere. I would have Suki style her long bob with bangs with beachy waves, a red lip, a peacock blue Edie Parker clutch, and a pair of metallic silver pointed toe pumps to take Suki's cool style and add a dose of high glamour to create the perfect film festival red carpet ensemble.

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2014 BAFTA Awards: Amy Adams, Cate Blanchett, and Lupita Nyong'o Wish List

Tonight are the Grammy Awards but here at If I Was a Stylist we are already moving on to the 2014 BAFTA Awards. It has been a really quiet time on the red carpet with the movie stars as they are all taking a breather to just relax in the eye of the storm before the gear up for the end of February and the end of Awards season. On February 16th the elite of Hollywood will fly out to London for the BAFTA Awards and the first person on my list is Amy Adams. Amy has really been having a wonderful run on the red carpet and has worn all the colors that I am praying to see her in but green and purple so I am hoping that for the BAFTA's we will see Amy don one of these colors. Being nominated for Best Leading Actress for 'American Hustle' I think that this purple Oscar de la Renta Pre-Fall 2014 strapless gown with a high low hemline. I think that this gown delivers quite the statement and after a black gown at last years BAFTA's I am hoping she does color this year. I also love the shocking pink pop of color on the underside of one of the layers on the skirt. Finish this look with a pink satin clutch, a pair of very simple black sandals, some stunning diamond chandelier earrings, and a statement diamond bracelet and Amy will be ensured a stunning red carpet moment.

There has not been a single look that Cate Blanchett has worn during awards season that has disappointed me. I love this woman as she isn't afraid to take a risk on the red carpet. Last week Marco Zanini presented the first collection that will be going into production for the House of Schiaparelli during Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week. The buzz amongst fashion insiders is in regards to who will be the first lady to get her hands on the Schiaparelli Spring 2014 Couture collection and I think that BAFTA Best Leading Actress nominee Cate Blanchett should be that honor. I think that this grey Schiaparelli Spring 2014 Couture blouse and skirt embellished with gold embellishments would be the perfect ensemble for the first red carpet moment for the brand and who better than the red carpet queen. Finish the look with a gold clutch, a pair of gold pumps, and her hair worn up and sleek to ensure the perfect red carpet debut.

The other woman on the red carpet that hasn't let me down this awards season has been newcomer Lupita Nyong'o. Lupita has worked some gowns that I know many other women in Hollywood would run the other way from and done so with great aplomb. Lupita is nominated for 'Best Supporting Actress' at the 2014 BAFTA Awards and I am hoping that the actress represents a British brand on the red carpet. This buttery yellow Burberry Prorsum Spring 2014 RTW draped dress with a knotted hip detail and an embellished one shoulder strap would make for the perfect red carpet look if it was modified into a long gown with a flowing train trailing behind it. There is always one Burberry look on the red carpet, last year it was on Anne Hathaway, and this year I am hoping to see it on Lupita. Finish the look with gold sandals and a gold clutch and Lupita will have a perfect look for her very first BAFTA Awards red carpet.

2014 Directors Guild Awards Wish List

Amy Adams surprisingly didn't take to the red carpet at the 2014 Producers Guild Awards last night as she has been working the awards circuit promoting 'American Hustle.' The movie didn't take home any awards last night but we are past that now and moving on the the Directors Guild Awards on Saturday night. Amy, as well as the rest of the 'American Hustle' cast, seem to have really bonded with their director David O. Russell who has received a DGA Award nomination. I think that this strapless black Monique Lhuillier Pre-Fall 2014 tea length gown with white branch embroidery would be a perfect look for this occasion. This is a simple look that makes a big impact and would really sing on Amy with her red hair. Finish the look with a black Edie Parker clutch, a pair of Christian Louboutin black pointed toe pumps, and some simple jewels to have the perfect DGA look.

Jennifer Lawrence has done back to back David O. Russell movies with 'Silver Linings Playbook' winning her an Oscar last year and 'American Hustle' earning her an Oscar nomination this year. The Dior spokesmodel has her ups and downs with the brand on the red carpet but I am praying that her SAG red carpet moment starts a roll of amazing looks on the red carpet. The Christian Dior Spring 2014 Couture collection was presented this morning in Paris but I am still going back into the Fall 2013 Couture collection for Jennifer. The Directors Guild Awards are a little more casual than most of the other awards shows so I think that this graphic ensemble is perfect for JLaw and is the sportier style that always looks great on her. Finish this look with a simple black box clutch and a pair of black Jimmy Choo pumps and her hair all edgy and styled and Jennifer will wow me 2 appearances in a row at the Directors Guild Awards.

Now if we want to talk about a red carpet roll Lupita Nyong'o has been having an AMAZING run on the red carpet this awards season. Lupita has not worn the same designer on the red carpet twice since she stepped out earlier this year. One brand I am waiting to see her wear is Burberry Prorsum. If she chooses the brand for the Directors Guild Awards then I would love for her to wear this bronze Burberry Prorsum Pre-Fall 2014 jacquard cocktail dress. This is a look that not many women could pull off and I honestly think that Lupita could wear a trash bag and look stunning, not that this stunning creation is a trash bag! A pair of bronze pointed toe pumps and a bronze clutch will finish this look off and make it absolutely perfect for the DGA Awards

'The Monuments Men' Premiere Wish List

Cate Blanchett is amongst the long list of stars, and the only major female, in the new movie 'The Monuments Men.' This film seems like its going to be a film that will end with more selected theaters which makes me think that it will only be screened in New York. This means that it will be a less formal premiere and this amazing lavender Burberry Prorsum Spring 2014 RTW ensemble with a lace top and embellished lace skirt will make for the perfect look. Cate has not worn Burberry on the red carpet before and I am thinking that this color would look amazing on her. Finish the look with a pair of nude pumps and Cate will have the perfect look for this premiere.

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2013 Met Ball: Model Wish List Part 2

Karlie Kloss is the hottest model of the moment and has been growing into her own on the red carpet. Karlie is the main muse for 'IT' designer Jason Wu. Last year Karlie walked the red carpet at the Met with Jason debuting the designers Resort 2013 collection. For the gala this year I am hoping to see Karlie wear this blue Jason Wu Spring 2013 RTW gown. I have been dying to see this gown take to the red carpet since it walked the runway last September and the Met Ball is my last hope of seeing it on the red carpet. Pair this look with a Jason Wu 'Karlie' star embellished clutch, a pair of black strappy sandals, and her new edgy cut and Karlie will rock the Met Ball red carpet.

Karolina Kukrova owned the Met Ball red carpet the past two years wear Rachel Zoe last year and Jean Paul Gaultier the year before. The supermodel always looks theme approtpriate and with the theme of this years ball being 'Punk: Chaso to Couture' and I think that this white and brown Stephane Rolland Fall 2012 Couture gown is perfect. Finish this look with a Lanvin bronze python leather minaudiere and a pair of bronze Jimmy Choo 'Vita' glitter slingback pumps.

Finally we have a stunning black Burberry Prorsum Fall 2013 RTW dress for Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. Rosie always attends the Met Ball wearing a custom Burberry design based on the latest runway collection, as she is the face of Burberry BODY. I think that this black sheath dress with a choker neckline and silver metal heart embellishment lengthened to be a full length gown with a sweeping train would be absolutely perfect for the Met Ball. Complete this look with a sleek up do, a red lip, a black Burberry clutch with metallic gems, and pair of black Salvatore Ferragamo peep toe satin pumps and I will fall over with love for this red carpet ensemble.

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