2014 NAACP Image Awards Red Carpet Wish List

In 17 days, February 22nd, a host of stars will take to the red carpet at the 2014 NAACP Image Awards. Halle Berry is nominated for Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture for 'The Call.' I will say that I saw this film and I sat on the edge of my seat the entire time. When it comes to red carpet Halle Berry has a tried and true formula: black and tight. This long sleeve Azzaro Spring 2014 RTW gown is absolutely perfect for Halle for this event. Its sexy and sophisticated which is what Halle almost always goes for on the red carpet. A pair of black Saint Laurent sandals will finish this simple tried and true look for Halle for this red carpet.

At the Golden Globes last month Kerry Washington worked the red carpet in a white custom Balenciaga gown, which left me begging for more for the 'Scandal' stars maternity wear. Then came the SAG Awards and her now infamous hideous pink Prada crop top and navy skirt. I just could not get behind this look. I think that for this red carpet this gold Oscar de la Renta Pre-Fall 2014 wrap dress would be perfect for Kerry to redeem herself. A pair of gold Christian Louboutin pointed toe 'Pigale' pumps and a gold clutch will finish off this perfect look for a pregnant Kerry.

The woman that I am most looking forward to seeing take to the red carpet during the 2014 NAACP Awards is Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture nominee Lupita Nyong'o. Lupita has been constantly hitting it out of the fashion ball park red carpet after red carpet this awards season, and I am sure that she will work this red carpet. Since I have discovered the Alexander Spring 2014 RTW commercial pieces I am praying to see Lupita wear one of them. This strapless Alexander McQueen Spring 2014 RTW tribal print chiffon gown would look absolutely stunning on Lupita. This gown was inspired by all of the embellished editorial pieces that took to the Alexander McQueen runway that will stay forever in the pages of magazines. A pair of black sandals, a gold Alexander McQueen clutch, and a bold red lip will make this look just absolutely perfect for Lupita.

The NAACP has been the only awards show to specifically honor Octavia Spencer for her work in 'Fruitvale Station' with a nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Movie. I am almost 100% positive that Octavia will take to her go to red carpet brand Tadashi Shoji for this red carpet. This navy tulle skirt Tadashi Shoji Spring 2014 RTW gown with a white lace bodice overlaid and a blue belt would look absolutely stunning on the Academy Award winning actress. A navy blue clutch, a pair of black satin pumps, and some very simple diamonds will make this look absolutely perfect for the NAACP Image Awards red carpet.

2013 Academy Awards Top 10 Best Dressed List

2013 Academy Awards: Presenter Wish List Part 1

Last week I posted a wish list wanting Anne Hathaway to wear a stunning green Zac Posen ballgown. Well this was before anything Oscar red carpet worthy had come down the runways in New York during fashion week. Well two days after this wish list posted this stunning red Marchesa Fall 2013 RTW gown with gold embroidery walked the runway and I knew that I had to amend my wish for Anne saying I would love to see this gown on her. I am begging for extreme drama from Anne at the Academy Awards as she is the one that is going to take home the Best Supporting Actress statue that night. Just a simple fringe hairstyle and gold satin pumps would be perfect accessories for this amazing ensemble.

I have never featured this stunning black and white Christian Dior Spring 2013 Couture ball gown on the blog, the reason is I have never had someone that could pull it off. A year ago when Charlize Theron had tumbling rolling locks but now that she has a short shaved edgy hair I think she mow has the look to pull off this gown. This gown is one of the stunning ball gowns that were presented last January that sadly almost all have not been worn and this makes me very sad. This gown paired with some stunning Chopard diamond and sapphire earrings and simple black peep toe pumps would be all that is needed to complete this stunning ensemble.

When I saw the Reem Acra Fall 2013 RTW collection I fell in love with this stunning white and black gown. I NEED to see this gown at the Oscars or at an Oscar party. While Emma Stone has not been announced as a presenter for the 2013 Academy Awards she was on hand last month to help this years host Seth McFarlane announce all the nominations, so I believe it is a safe bet that she will be at the prestigious awards ceremony. Emma + this stunning gown would make my jaw drop and shoot her on to best dressed lists internationally. An old Hollywood hairstyle, black peep toe Christian Louboutin pumps, and a bold pink lip would only add to the magic of this winning combination.

Halle Berry is another announced presenter, probably to repay for having to pull out of last years ceremony due to breaking her foot. Well I think that the star that usually takes her red carpet dress too far would look stunning in this blue Naeem Khan Fall 2013 RTW art deco gown. Halle tends to do really sexy on the red carpet and I just don't see how Halle's through and through style can mix with the Academy Awards but I think that this Naeem Khan gown is the perfect mix. Finish with a pair of black Jimmy Choo sandals and simple art deco diamond jewelry and I think Halle has a winning look on her hands.

Kelly Rowland will not be presenting during the actual telecast of the 2013 Academy Awards but she will be on hand as a host of the official red carpet pre-show. Kelly was one of the best dressed at the 2013 Grammy Awards wearing an edgy illusion cutout Georges Chakra couture gown but for this event I am choosing to put her in something a little more glam less edge. I think that this Basil Soda Spring 2013 Couture would be the perfect gown to let Kelly look absolutely stunning but reserved while conducting her red carpet interviews.

One that I am really looking forward to seeing on the red carpet is Reese Witherspoon. She has a classic elegant style that usually wow's when she attends these major red carpet events. I think that this deep purple Zac Posen Fall 2013 RTW draped gown would be the most amazing option for her for this event. The rich color would look amazing on her light tanned skin with a her classic blonde hair. The old Hollywood glamour should continue with a wavy fuax bob. Simple jewels, a jewel encrusted black Leiber clutch, and black sandals would also assist in keeping this a classic old Hollywood glam red carpet look.

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2013 Golden Globe Awards: The Top 10 Looks

It was extremely difficult to narrow it down to just 10 as there were many favorites last night, see who just barely missed out on this list and all the best looks from the after parties, and all the worst dressed on the Facebook fan page on Thursday!

2013 Golden Globe Awards: Everyone Else Wish List Part 2

Eva Longoria ended her hit TV series 'Desperate Housewives' last year but will be on hand at this years Golden Globe Awards to help present an award. Eva is either a major hit or a tragic miss on the red carpet and lately there have been a lot more misses than hits. I think that if she put on this amazing gold Georges Hobeika Spring 2013 RTW gown that she would be a hit. Eva tends to go for the overly dramatic which sometime works out well (in case of her pink Marchesa gown at last years Cannes Film Festival) but I think that simple silhouette that this gown provides is just the right amount of drama needed for an event like this one tonight. Finish this look off with a gold clutch, gold peep toe pumps, and some amazing diamond jewelry and she will stun.

Halle Berry is not one of the people that I look forward to seeing on the red carpet but I pain through seeing her every time she steps out. The 46 year old actress still dresses like she is 25 and I believe that it is time for her to garner a more sophisticated way of dressing. I think that this black and gold body hugging Badgley Mischka Pre-Fall 2013 gown would be the perfect option for Halle. This gown would show off all her famous curves without showing off too much. Pair this gown with gold strappy Jimmy Choo sandals and Halle's spunk and she has a winning look

Last week on the day that the Hollywood Foreign Press Association announced that Jennifer Lopez would be attending the Golden Globe Awards as a presenter, Mrs Lopez tweeted a picture of a room full of glamorous gowns saying that she hoped she could find a dress. I looked to see if this red Zuhair Murad Fall 2012 Couture gown was on the racks but it seemed to be a sea of black, grey, silver, and white and I was disappointing to not see this but who knows what will actually be worn. I think that this gown is a total JLo dress and she would work it like it owed her back rent. Finish the look with some black sandals and some stunning jewels and she will look amazing.

Kate Hudson has always been one of my favorites on the red carpet because no matter how fussy of a dress that she may wear Kate always looks glamorous and elegant. Whether wearing an Atelier Versace gown or an Alexander McQueen tuxedo, or a Dolce and Gabbana bodysuit, Kate always looks great. For the Golden Globe Awards where Kate is also a presenter I think that she should wear this light gold Emilio Pucci Pre-Fall 2013 gown. I saw the pictures of this gown from multiple angles on twitter from fashion editors and stylists and buyers who were at the presentation and I fell in love with it right then and there. Pair this with a sparkling pale gold clutch and sandals as well as some vintage jewelry and I know Kate would be on my best dressed list.

Kerry Washington had a great run this week while premiering her latest film 'Django: Unchained,' which is nominated for Best Picture. Kerry will be on hand as a presenter tonight and I think that this very 60's inspired tangerine Jenny Packham Spring 2013 RTW gown would be perfect for the star. She loves to have fun with fashion and has wowed us as a L'Oreal Paris spokesmodel walking the red carpets of the Cannes Film Festival and this has been the first time in a very long time that we have been able to see Kerry break out the showstopping gowns. Pair this gown with a gold clutch, gold pumps, and some gold earrings and she is set.

From one L'Oreal Paris girl to another we have a wish for 'Glee' star and new L'Oreal spokesmodel Lea Michele. Since she has broken out onto the red carpet scene Lea has had a great bond with Oscar de la Renta and they do seem to pair well together. I would love to see her wear this burnt orange Oscar de la Renta Pre-Fall 2013 mermaid gown. Lea loves over the top glamor and has had some show stopping moments and some tragic missteps but I am really looking forward to seeing her on the red carpet this year. Finish this look with the runway clutch, some gold sandals, and some amazing vintage jewelry and Lea will leave me in shock and awe.

Versace does not have any official brand ambassadors like Chanel and Dior do but if they were Lucy Liu would definitely be one of them. Now I know that I am making a very bold wish for her to wear this pink Atelier Versace Fall 2012 Couture gown for the 2013 Golden Globe Awards. This is a risk not because it is Versace but because it is a print and traditionally bold printed gowns like this are saved for music stars for the likes of the American Music Awards, the VMA's, or the Grammy's but I think that this is a perfect choice for Lucy as she is one of the few that could pull of this gown. Add the finishing touches of a silver clutch, silver crystal embellished sandals, and some simple jewelry and she is going to be the talk of the red carpet.

Rosie Huntington-Whitely is not a presenter for the 2013 Golden Globe Awards but her long time boyfriend Jason Statham is and I am hoping that she will attend with him. If she does I would love to see her wear this simple black Antonio Bearadi Spring 2013 RTW gown. I would modify this gown to remove the exaggerated peplum as it is a lot for someone who is not a presenter or a nominee. Finish the look with sleek black accessories and some stunning diamonds and even though she would just be a plus one tonight she will look smoking hot and be on any best dressed list.

Halle Berry for the 'Cloud Atlas' LA Premiere Wish List

2012 Toronto Film Festival: Premiere Wish List Part One

Keira Knightley will be at the Toronto Film Festival to promote her film 'Anna Karenina' in which she plays the title role. There is a handful of designers that Keira will go to on the red carpet and for this event I would love to see Keira wear this gold brocade Burberry Prorsum Resort 2013 gown. In Toronto it is a much less formal of a red carpet than in Cannes or Venice so I think that this simple column gown would be perfect. I am sure she wont be far from Valentino by adding some nude Valentino pumps and some Chanel infused thru Chanel Fine Jewelry.

Taylor Shilling showed up on the red carpet early this year promoting 'The Lucky One' and will be in Toronto promoting, 'Argo.' I think that the actress should wear this vibrant Peter Pilotto Resort 2013 shift dress for the red carpet premiere of her film. Add a pair of blue sandals and an orange clutch to keep the look fashion forward.

Gemma Arterton showed up on the red carpet circuit in 2010 when she wore a stunning Valentino ball gown for the 'Prince of Persia' London premiere and continued looking amazing on the red carpet up until lately. She has had some unfortunate red carpet looks or just horrible styling. Well I am hoping she turns this all around for her Toronto Film Festival premiere of 'Byzantium.' This psychedelic print in pink, red purples, and silvers is complete beaded which doesn't really show in the pictures but on the video of the runway show the dress glittered all the way down the runway. I think that this color would look amazing on Gemma's tan skin and the silhouette would be simply elegant. Add a light pink satin clutch and a pair of gunmetal silver strappy sandals to keep the focus on the dress.

Also promoting 'Byzantium' will be Irish actress Saorise Ronan. Saoirse always goes for looks that are avant garde and by avant garde designers. Last year at the Toronto Film Festival she donned an archive Rodarte dress for her 'Violet & Daisy' premiere (pictured left) and I would like to see her dip into the current collection for her premiere this year. I think that this burgundy and cream Rodarte Fall 2012 RTW dress that has a flounce hem line paired with a matching burgundy waist band. A black pair of strappy sandals and a black clutch will finish this look off perfectly.

Last but not least for today we have a wish for Halle Berry to wear Badgley Mishka Resort 2013 for the premiere of 'Cloud Atlas.' Halle wears some looks that are sexy and not what one would usually think of for a 45 year old actress. She loves sheer panels, cut outs, low cuts, and extremely low backs. For this premiere I have stayed true to Halle's style by choosing this black sheath dress that have the lingerie inspired top, gold embroidery, and a sheer panel waist. Just pair this look with a pair of gold and black Brian Atwood peep toe pumps and a statement gold cuff to complete the minimalist look.

Haute Couture Wish List: Jean Paul Gaultier

Gaultier kind of disappointed me this fall couture collection as there were only like 5 looks from the whole collection that I really liked, but I guess if just one look makes it on the red carpet I guess the collection is a success. I think that this beige and gold strapless gown would look absolutely amazing against the caramel skin tone of Halle Berry.

No one can pull of an edgy Jean Paul Gaultier gown like the stunning supermodel Karolina Kurkova. I think that this black structured bustier cap sleeve gown with a fishnet style fabric would be an amazing choice for KK to make for a music awards show or a film festival.

Kristen Stewart likes edgy looks to the fact that she has never worn a Gaultier design before except for a Vanity Fair photo shoot. Well I think that this year with the final installment of the 'Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2' premiering I think that this would be a great look for the star who has really started to come into her own on the red carpet over the past year. The Victorian color scheme of this gown would look amazing on Kristen

Nicole Kidman is a huge fan of Gaultier, she wore a gown by him when she won her Oscar in 2002 and on several occasions since then. I think that this golden gown would look absolutely amazing on the fair skinned red head. This would be perfect for when she walks the red carpet standing by her husband, Keith Urban, at the CMA Awards or the American Music Awards

2012 Oscar Presenter Wish List: Angie, Cameron, Halle, Jenny, Kristen, and Rose

 And the ball starts rolling today. The biggest night in fashion the 2012 Academy Awards is set to take place in just two short weeks, and the Academy has been busy releasing the names of celebrities set to present at this years ceremony. Angelina Jolie was no doubt going to attend as her long time boyfriend Brad Pitt is nominated for Best Actor in a Leading Role. The stunning starlet who tends to favor black should turn to the Elie Saab Fall 2011 Couture runway for her gown for this years awards ceremony. Ever since I saw this nude embellished gown with a neck scarf and a thigh high split I have been waiting with bated breath for the stunning Mrs Jolie to don it for an event, and what platform would be better than the red carpet at the Oscars. I love when Elie dresses an Academy Awards attendee as I am always left speechless and with another Best Dressed nominee. I would pair this dress with a metallic gold Jimmy Choo tube clutch and some strappy Jimmy Choo gold metallic sandals.

 Now I will say I was hoping that Cameron Diaz was not going to be one of the presenters at this years Oscars ceremony just because I know that she wants to wear this dress because when she was front row at the Armani Spring 2012 Couture presentation in Paris just last month it has been noted that she turned to Giorgio Armani's niece and brand ambassador and said 'That is absolutely stunning' so I guess there is almost no doubts in my mind that she will wear this even though I would love for Best Actress in a Supporting Role nominee Jessica Chastain to wear this instead. Anyway, Cameron should pair this also with a metallic gold clutch and some gold strappy sandals.

 Next we have Halle Berry who also presented last year at the Academy Awards. I am keeping the same strapless mermaid silhouette but changing the rest by giving her this stunning black and silver abstract print Lela Rose Fall 2012 RTW gown that just walked the runway in New York City just a few days ago. The designer has never had an Oscars red carpet moment and I think that Halle is just the right woman to bring that moment to us as she would look absolutely stunning in this design. Just a pair of black peep toe pumps and them some seriously stunning diamond creations would be perfect for this look.

 Jennifer Lopez is also set to present at the Oscars this year. The last time she did she had an amazing promotional tour resulting in a space on my best dressed list for that year. I would love for her to do that again and I would say if she wore this ice blue Zuhair Murad Spring 2012 Couture mermaid gown then she would look absolutely stunning and full of diva-tude. A crystal encrusted Judith Leiber clutch and some crystal encrusted sandals would make this look sizzle and then some amazing diamond earrings and a statement diamond cuff would finish off this look with a diva song.

 Kristen Wiig has had a horrible run this awards season on the red carpet. I believe that after last years Emmy Awards where the stunning comedienne stepped out in a chocolate brown and caramel ombre Zac Posen gown and has not been able to live up to that moment since. I would like her to try for elegance again by wearing this Z Spoke by Zac Posen Fall 2012 RTW gown. I think that it is within the simplicity that is needed for her to look stunning and I wouldn't complicate it with accessories either just a pair of gold diamond encrusted earrings, gold clutch, and gold peep toe pumps, are what is needed to make this look elegant and keep her off the worst dressed lists.

And last but not least we have Kristen Wiig's 'Bridesmaids' co-star, Rose Byrne, who is going to be alongside her as they present at this years ceremony. Rose has become quite the fashionista and made a huge splash. I would love for her to step out wearing this stunning embellished lace petal Valentino Spring 2011 Couture peach colored gown with off the shoulder sleeves. I think that Rose would look absolutely stunning in this gown and I hope that she wears it as I would really love to see this grace a red carpet at some point and what point better than the Oscars. I think a pair of champagne pink colored peep toe pumps and some great diamond jewelry would just take this look to the next level.