2016 Film Independet Spirit Awards Red Carpet Wish List

The day before the Academy Awards the stars of independent cinema will be out in full force on under a tent on Santa Monica beach for the 2016 Film Independent Spirit Awards. The Independent Spirit Awards is a more relaxed event before the big night at the Oscars so we will be bound to see some amazing cocktail looks on the red carpet. Brie Larson is nominated for Best Female Lead thanks to her Oscar nominated performance in Room. I picked this black Christopher Kane Spring 2016 draped halter neck cocktail dress which is given a little visual interest via the multi-colored zip ties at the waist. I love this glamour meets industrial look that I think Brie would look absolutely amazing wearing it on the red carpet. I would finish the look off with a pair of statement pumps in one of the colors from the zip ties, fresh faced makeup, and chic pushed back waves to ensure that Brie has the perfect look for the Spirit Awards red carpet.

I am very happy that Cate Blanchett will be getting back on the red carpet after skipping the Critics Choice and SAG Awards she is confirmed to attend every event she is nominated for between the BAFTA Awards tomorrow night and the Academy Awards. For the Film Independent Spirit Awards I am expecting that Cate will be the most glamorous member of the red carpet, but she has been faltering recently so I am holding out hope. The moment I saw this cream Christian Dior Spring 2016 Couture ruffled gown which features a blue and yellow embellished blouse my mind started screaming for Cate to wear it and I think that the Spirit Awards would be the perfect platform for her to give this gown a beautiful red carpet moment. The classic fit and the sculptural beauty of this dress make it something that I am very intrigued to see Cate wearing on the red carpet. I would just add a pair of gold pumps, a pink lip, & a vintage inspired bob will ensure that Cate is red carpet perfection.

A Cynthia Nixon appearance on the red carpet is a very rare thing so I am very interested to see what she is going to wear come the Film Independent Spirit Awards on the red carpet. Usually Cynthia wears Carolina Herrera on the red carpet and I bet you she does the same for the Spirit Awards. While I had to schedule this post prior to the Carolina Herrera Fall 2016 show but I think that this black pleated tea length wool dress from the Carolina Herrera Pre-Fall 2016 belted dress is something that I can absolutely picture her wearing. It is such a simple dress that I am hoping that Cynthia would pair it with a great pair of floral printed pumps and a pink lip to add a little punch to this look.

Usually I don't like what Elizabeth Olsen wears on the red carpet and I am hoping that when she steps out on the Independent Spirit Awards that she gives me something that I can actually get behind. I picked this black lace Stella McCartney Pre-Fall 2016 one shoulder cocktail dress which features a zipper detail on the hip. I have a deep love for this dress so I am hoping that Elizabeth makes this dress shine like I know it can on the red carpet. I would probably have the hemline brought up just a little so that the length doesn't cut her off when she puts on a pair of gold pumps to finish this look off for a perfect Spirit Awards red carpet.

Jessica Chastain has always been a favorite of mine on the red carpet and she has been very much missed on the red carpets this awards season so I am very excited to see what the stunning redhead and this year's honorary event chair will wear on the red carpet. This red ruffled Michael Kors Spring 2016 RTW cocktail dress will be old news by the time that this red carpet rolls around but I am still hoping that Jessica wears it on the red carpet. I picked this dress because it embodies everything that the Independent Spirit Awards red carpet embodies. It's fun, flirty, glamorous, relaxed, and elegant. Keep the styling simple with a pair of gold strappy sandals, relaxed waves, and a red lip and Jessica will make a triumphant return to the red carpet.

I am done expecting anything great out of Rooney Mara but I am going to keep on dreaming I think that this white Jason Wu Spring 2016 RTW ruffled cocktail dress is something that is absolutely perfect on the red carpet for the Spirit Awards. I think that this dress is something that Rooney would wear but since it is something I want her to wear I doubt that she will. I figure that Rooney would bring this look down with black sandals when it really needs silver sandals and a red lip to ensure that it is a beautiful red carpet moment.

2013 Toronto International Film Festival Premieres Wish List Part 3

After premiering 'Kill Your Darlings' during the 2013 Venice Film Festival, Elizabeth Olsen will keep the momentum going by flying to Toronto with co-star Daniel Radcliffe to premiere the film during the 2013 Toronto International Film Festival. Venice is where I expect to see Elizabeth don a grand designer gown and at Toronto I think Elizabeth will tone it down with a much simpler cocktail ensemble. I have chosen this classically draped black Balenciaga Resort 2014 cocktail dress. Last month Elizabeth wore a white top and black shorts from the same Balenciaga for Comic-Con and I am hoping that she will grab another dress from that collection. Finish this look with a simple pair of black sandals and simple diamond earrings will be the perfect way to complete this look for Lizzy.

Hailee Steinfeld will have her second film to premiere during the 2013 Toronto International Film Festival 'Hateship/Loveship' alongside co-stars Kristen Wiig, Nick Nolte, and Guy Pierce. For this premiere I would love to the the sixteen year old actress wear this amazing red, black, and white Prabal Gurung Resort 2014 sporty gown. I either love a rise and fall hemline or I don't and I think that this would be one of the times that I love it because it makes this look much less formal and much more appropriate for the Toronto International Film Festival. Finish the look with a chic pair of black Christian Louboutin sandals and a high sleek ponytail and Hailee will have a perfect elegant yet age apporpriate ensemble for the Toronto International Film Festival.

In the last year Australian actress Melissa George has really let me down. She went from the woman who always look sexy yet sophisticated in the likes of Victoria Beckham, J. Mendel, and Armani Prive to wearing a lot of looks that are just overly edgy or all together unimpressive. I am hoping to see her revert back to the star that I fell in love with on the red carpet when she premieres her film 'Felony' during the 2013 Toronto International Film Festival. I think that this ruby red strapless Elie Saab Fall 2013 Couture embellished column gown would be perfect for this red carpet sans the neck scarf that it was paired with on the runway. A red Edie Parker clutch and a pair of red satin pumps as well as a sleek updo would complete this perfect look for TIFF and give Melissa a knock out look which is not something that I have seen from her in a while.

Sandra Bullock has had a pretty great year with her red carpet style and I don't see it slowing down anytime soon. After her film 'Gravity' screens as the opening film of the 2013 Venice Film Festival it then head to the 2013 Toronto International Film Festival for a premiere there as well. Like Elizabeth I am expecting Sandra to bring all the Hollywood glamour to Venice and bring a more casual cocktail dress for Toronto. I think that this navy blue Aquilano.Rimondi Fall 2013 RTW cap sleeved cocktail dress that features a peplum of sorts due to the sculptural pockets. I think that this is a sophisticated choice for Sandy to wear for TIFF and that she would look absolutely stunning in it, in a way that we have never seen from her outside of a gown. Just a pair of black satin Salvatore Ferragamo peep toe pumps would be the only accessory that I would pair with this amazing dress as it is a work of art all on its own. Sandy should wear her straight locks over one shoulder and apply a bold red lip to complete this ensemble as she premieres 'Gravity' at TIFF.

2013 Venice Film Festival: 'Kill Your Darlings' Photocall and Premiere Wish List

Elizabeth Olsen came onto the red carpet scene in 2011 and garnered my One to Watch in 2012 award and she extremely disappointed me. But with a major motion picture gearing up as well as some film festival appearances coming up I am hoping that she will start to wow me again. During the 2013 Venice Film Festival, Olsen will be premiering her latest film 'Kill Your Darlings' alongside co-star Daniel Radcliffe. For the photocall of this film I am hoping that Elizabeth will wear this white Alexander McQueen Fall 2013 RTW dress. I think that this dress is completely up Elizabeth's alley and she would look so chic in this with a simple day time updo and a pair of white pointy toe pumps.

For the premiere that evening I would like to see Elizabeth turn back to a designer that quite heavily aided in her fabulous red carpet accent, Chanel. Elizabeth has donned Chanel Couture a few times in the past and has popped up at several Chanel sponsored events so seeing her wear a Chanel gown would not be surprising. I think that this black and white Chanel Fall 2013 Couture geometric print strapless gown would be the perfect choice for Lizzy. I think that this gown would come across as chic and effortless on her and that is exactly what her look needs to be for the Venice Film Festival. I wouldn't over complicate this look just adding a black satin Chanel clutch, a pair of black pumps, and some dazzling Chanel diamonds in her ears. Hair swept up into a chic up do, but not the same as the one in the morning, and a red lip would finish off this chic ensemble.

2013 BAFTA Awards: Nominee Wish List Part 1

Amy Adams has been looking really pretty on the red carpet as of late but in very simple designs. I think that this Roland Mouret Pre-Fall 2013 gown would be absolutely perfect for Amy and the BAFTA Awards. This gown is great for the gold night London weather. Pair this with a black clutch, and some black peep toe pumps and I think she has a winning look on her side.

Andrea Riseborough was one of my Ones to Watch in 2012 after the stunning looks she showcased at the end of 2011 but she really let me down wearing a lot of dumpy looks. The star is being honored with a special rising star award and I am hoping to see her wear something that takes my breath away. This nude leather laser cut Giles Spring 2013 RTW tea length dress would be an absolutely amazing pick for her for this event especially if she modified it into a full length gown. Finish this look with gold Charlotte Olympia pumps and a gold clutch to finish off this edgy look.

I have been having a heard time identifying Anne Hathaway's red carpet style. I feel like she is trying to revert back to her princessy classy choices of the past and I do not feel like they are working with her short hair like the edgy looks that she has been wearing do. Well for the BAFTA Awards I think that this 30's inspired black Alberta Ferretti Pre-Fall 2013 gown would be perfect. Its not the typical 'Anne Hathaway Princess Gown' of the past while not necessarily being extremely edgy either like the looks that I would kill to see her wear are. Finish this look with a black and silver Edie Parker clutch, black sandals, and simple jewels and I may fall in love with my first Anne Hathaway red carpet look in several red carpet appearances.

Elizabeth Olson was another one of my Ones to Watch in 2012 but again she really let me down wearing less than worthy looks that aged her incredibly. For the 2013 BAFTA Awards where she is nominated for Best Young Actress I would love to see the star wear this Chanel Pre-Fall 2013 gown. The black French empire style gown that actually features a pair of black pants incorporated into the look would be a great choice for the star who has shone in Chanel before. Finish this look with a black satin Chanel clutch and some black pumps and I think she will be back on top of my best dressed lists yet again.

When it comes to the red carpet I either love or hate what Helen Hunt wears on the red carpet and on her past few outings I have not been a fan of her looks. I am hoping to see the star redeem herself at the 2013 BAFTA Awards wearing this mauve Badgley Mischka Spring 2013 RTW gown. I think that this is the simple gown with a twist that Helen goes for normally, the twist being the beaded halter of the gown. A gunmetal colored clutch and matching sandals would be the perfect finishing touches for this look and no jewelry for the star who tends to go overboard with the borrowed bling.

Elizabeth Olsen Premiere Looks for 'Silent House'

 I am really in love with Elizabeth Olsen on the red carpet as she almost always looks absolutely stunning on the red carpet for the most part. I am extremely excited to see what she is going to bring to the red carpet as she was one of my ones to watch this year.

There will most likely going to be two premieres, one in Los Angeles and one in New York. For LA I think that Elizabeth will be more trendy for the premiere wearing this amazing black, aqua, and white Proenza Schouler dress. I think that this would look absolutely amazing on Lizzie. She should pair it with a pair of strappy black sandals an amazing Chanel clutch. And then I think that she will be a little more sophisticated look for New York by wearing this black The Row ensemble with a glitter top and black pants. A pair of black pumps and a red clutch would be amazing for this look at the premiere.

Awards Season Best Dressed Run Down #1

*Critics Choice Awards*

*Peoples Choice Awards*

2012 Critics Choice Awards Wish List Part 1

Angelina Jolie will most likely attend the 2012 Critics Choice Awards, as the guest of her beau Brad Pitt, who is nominated for Best Actor for his work in the film, Moneyball. Angelina who stands next to Brad at nearly every event he attends, will no doubt work the carpet with him, and I would like her to do so wearing this cream and gold Atelier Versace Spring 2011 Couture gown. Angie wears Atelier Versace all the time, so this is not that huge of a stretch for her except it is not black (none of the wishes I have for her this year will be black). When I first saw this gown I said that this is Angie's dress, and she has yet to wear it, but I think that she just has not had the venue to do so. A simple gold clutch and peep toe pumps would be the only accessories that this gown needs.

Carey Mulligan loves Elie Saab, wearing him on numerous occasions before. So I decided to wish for her to wear this electric blue sequined Elie Saab Spring 2012 RTW gown for the 2012 Critics Choice Awards. Carey is nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the film "Shame" and her film with Ryan Gosling "Drive" is nominated for Best Picture. I think that Carey would look divine in this blue off the shoulder gown with 1/2 length sleeves. Just a blue clutch and sandals would make this look great, maybe a pair of diamond and sapphire earrings to add even more sparkle to this already sparkling ensemble.

Now I am not certain that Cate Blanchett will attend the 2012 Critics Choice Awards, however, her film "Hanna" is nominated for Best Action Movie. I would love to see her grace the carpet because every time she does, she always takes my breath away. Cate is a huge fan and supporter of Armani Prive and has worn his designs on numerous of occasions. I have decided to dip into the archives (if you call a gown from a year ago an archive dress) to dress her in this grey futuristic style Armani Prive Spring 2011 Couture gown. Ever since this gown walked the runway I have wanted to see Cate don it, and this event would be the perfect platform for it. Some diamond cluster earrings from her favorite jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels would make this look shine along with matching grey pumps.

Charlize Theron will be taking the red carpet; I have almost no doubt as she is nominated for Best Actress for her role of Mavis Gary in the dramatic comedy, "Young Adult." I feel that the Christian Dior Ja'Dore spokesmodel needs a new stylist as most of her red carpet looks lately have just been meh. If I were chosen to style Charlize for this event, I would put her in this Christian Dior Spring 2012 RTW pink dress with a ruffled bust and a full skirt. This would look amazing against Charlize's pale skin and accessorized with pink or silver strappy sandals and a pink clutch would make this look shine. Her hair should be styled in the same way as the reference picture.

Elizabeth Olsen (younger sister to Mary-Kate and Ashley) is nominated for her role in the film "Martha Marcy May Marlene." Elizabeth has grown a relationship with Chanel, as she has worn their stunning designs from Ready-To-Wear to Couture a whopping 3 times in the finale months of 2011. So I am confidant that the young actress can snag herself this gold Chanel Pre Fall 2012 gown. I would love if she got this gown and lined it as the model is wearing matching gold pants (good for runway and editorial not for red carpet). Gold strappy sandals and a gold clutch would be the perfect top to this look.

Emma Stone always looks fantastic on the red carpet and may attend to support her films "Crazy Stupid Love", which is nominated for Best Comedy, and "The Help", which is nominated for Best Actin Ensemble and Best Picture. I hope she does walk the carpet and does so by wearing this purple Donna Karan Spring 2012 RTW one shoulder cocktail dress. I love this dress and I think it will look amazing on the redheaded actress. I would recomend that Emma wear just a pair of gold sandals with this look as I think that she could work this lookwith a couple accessories.

Jessica Chastain had a great year last year releasing 7 films and 2 of them ("The Help" & "Tree of Life") are nominated for Best Picture. "The Help" is nominated for Best Acting Ensemble and Jessica herself is nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Celia Foote in "The Help." Jessica tends to favor these nude dresses, but the tends to be ones that carry a pink undertone. This Vera Wang Spring 2012 Bridal Collection gown has more of a caramel undertone, which I hope would look stunning on Miss Chastain. This paired with strappy gold sandals, diamond earrings set in gold, and a collection of diamonds set in gold bracelets would make this look complete.

Ones to Watch in 2012 Award: Andrea Risenborugh, Elizabeth Olsen, and Felicity Jones

 

Couldn't choose just one of these stunning girls. I have heard awards season buzz for all of them and I hope to see them on multiple red carpets over the span of awards season and the year.

Gotham Independent Awards Wish List: Elizabeth Olsen

Elizabeth Olsen is starting to become a fast fashion icon much like her famous billionaire sisters Mary-Kate and Ashley. Elizabeth has worn everything from Chanel Couture to Calvin Klein and Alexander McQueen. But for this occasion I have chosen an electric blue Vivienne Westwood corset dress. I know many red carpet followers will say that this is just a slightly different version of the same Vivienne Westwood gown that we always see on the red carpet and I must agree but I think that if Elizabeth paired this with some killer silver sandals and hair worn up and some killer earrings then this dress could become her own and not just the same gown that everyone in Hollywood has in their closet.