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Friday, February 19, 2016

2016 Oscar Parties Red Carpet Wish List Part 12

Heidi Klum is always at every red carpet so when I saw Heidi's name on the Elton John AIDS Foundation Oscar Viewing Party event co-chairs list I rolled my eyes a little. Heidi rarely gives me a look to love on the red carpet and I don't have very high expectations for her next Sunday night. I picked this white Atelier Versace Spring 2015 Couture gown for Heidi to wear, as the dress checks all her typical boxes. Sexy, fitted, and Versace. As long as Heidi doesn't show up in a feathered look that likens to a mawled old Muppet, I think that I will be okay with just writing her off.
At 16 Kiernan Shipka is already cemented as a fashion "IT" girl rocking couture and custom looks from some of the worlds most coveted and avant garde designers. I am wondering if Kiernan will be out on Oscar night, as I really hope she is, just to add a dose of avant garde glamour to the red carpet. One of Kiernan's favorite brands to wear on the red carpet is Delpozo, whom just presented their Fall 2016 RTW collection at New York Fashion Week, and I am hoping that Kiernan is the first to get her hands on a look from the collection. I picked this strapless cocktail ensemble which features a bold blue bustier and full embroidered skirt for Kiernan to wear on the Vanity Fair red carpet. Kiernan is one of the few that I can picture taking this dress and making it work on the red carpet. A bold blue clutch and gold sandals would be the perfect accessories for this red carpet ensemble.
Olivia Munn just hosted the Academy Scientific/Technical Awards and will be on hand at the main show to present a segment about those awards. I figure that Olivia will make her way from the Dolby theater to the Vanity Fair Oscar Party after the show has concluded. Next week you will see what fabulous Michael Kors ensemble that I would love to see Olivia wear on the main red carpet but for the after party I would love to see Olivia go for something really fun yet glamorous. I think that this gold sequined long sleeve Naeem Khan Fall 2016 RTW jumpsuit with a plunging neckline would be a very fun different look for Olivia to wear on the Vanity Fair red carpet. A lot of stars go as big as they would for the main show at Vanity Fair but I think that this jumpsuit is a more modern glam look, and something a little more relaxed after a major gown at the main show. A gold Rauwolf clutch, a pair of gold pumps, old Hollywood waves, yellow gold set diamond cluster earrings, and a red lip would give this look a disco glam vibe for the Vanity Fair red carpet.
With her film Mad Max: Fury Road being nominated for Best Picture we are sure to see Rosie Huntington-Whiteley on the red carpets of Oscar night, most likely at Vanity Fair. For her Oscar night ensemble I would love to see Rosie wearing this midnight blue and purple Armani Prive Fall 2015 Couture strapless sequined gown which I kind of equate with an oil slick. I think that this is a chic glam moment for Rosie and if anyone can turn a glam gown and give it a punch of sex appeal it would be the former Victoria's Secret angel. Hollywood red carpets tend to call for every glam looks and Rosie knows how to deliver on that front. A navy Edie Parker clutch, a pair of black sandals, glam waves, a red lip, and diamond drop earrings would finish this look off perfectly for Rosie.
Rounding out this post is CREED star Tessa Thompson who is now considered an "IT" girl thanks to her status as a muse for Rodarte. The stunning actress was perched front row at the Rodarte Fall 2016 RTW presentation, no doubt shopping for a red carpet look for Oscar night. I would love to see Tessa wearing this wine Rodarte Fall 2016 RTW lace floral embroidered gown. Not many would be able to make this look work on a red carpet but I believe that Tessa would be able to rock this look with ease. I would love to see Tessa style her hair into a bun of braids, a wine lip, and black sandals to give this look a modern "IT" girl red carpet moment.

Wednesday, December 23, 2015

2015 End of the Year Style Awards: Worst Dressed of 2015

It has come to the time of the year where I really don't enjoy looking back. For the most part 2015 was an amazing year on the red carpet but there were quite a few looks that made me cringe when I saw them. The most painful look I saw on the red carpet this year was when Jane Fonda stepped out on the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival wearing a custom Schiaparelli Couture gown for the premiere of her film "Youth." This looked like a cheap Victorian vampire costume and aged Jane many years right away. I couldn't grasp why she looked so terrible since days before Jane was sizzling in an electric blue Atelier Versace gown. The rest of Jane's promotional tour for "Youth" wasn't my favorite but she definitely has some high hope to look up to during awards season.
What would a worst dressed list be without an appearance of Kristen Stewart. I was actually surprised that she showed up in this froufrou satin and lace Chanel Fall 2015 Couture gown on the Venice Film Festival red carpet of her film "Equals." There were actually quite a few looks from that Chanel collection that I would have liked to see KStew wearing. She was further let down by the terribly aging hair and makeup that she paired with her dress.

Another staple of the Worst Dressed list has to be Kim Kardashian-West. I dislike this woman immensely so I might be a little biased but when I first saw this Jean Paul Gaultier Spring 2015 Couture gown on the runway I was so excited to see who would snatch it up as it was a glam Studio 54 moment waiting to happen on the likes of Lady Gaga or Rihanna but when Kim got her hands on it she just looked like she was wearing an overly embellished bathrobe. I should sing praised that she wasn't making the dress bulge from the seams like most of her looks that make her look like a stuffed sausage but this really was just a terrible moment.

Probably the most controversial tweet I posted this year was in regards to this canary yellow Atelier Versace Fall 2015 Couture gown that Heidi Klum wore to the 2015 Emmy Awards. I tweeted this look out and said that I wished that Heidi would choose more age appropriate looks. The hate I got back calling me and ageist and a sexist was strong. I will now defend myself. When I saw this look on the runway I was in love; I was picturing a young pop star like Selena Gomez or Taylor Swift wearing this for a music awards show. So color me shocked when Heidi Klum showed up on the Emmy Awards red carpet in it. I found this look to be aging and severely unflattering. That is why she is towards the top of my Worst Dressed of 2015 list.
Britney Spears looked back into her closet from her early years for the style that she wore to the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards. I don't even know where to start without how bad this look is. First off let's start with the fit, she looks like a 2lb sausage stuffed into a 1lb shell. Her breasts look like they are screaming to be supported correctly and not to be crushed. Then there is the dated style, if this had been on any of the current pop stars on a stage I don't think I would be having a problem with it but its too short and it looks like a Vegas showgirl costume. The shoes look like cheap prom shoes and the hair and makeup are basic and greasy and aging. All around this is a terrible look.

Following that is Selena Gomez who showed up at a private dinner party at Annabel's in London wearing a Monse Spring 2016 RTW gown that reminded me of very luxe nightgown. I think that this gown could have been great on someone like Rihanna or Ciara or Lady Gaga. These women all have something that Selena doesn't a sexy confidence and sense of diva attitude that is brought to the red carpet. I think that this gown lost all of the luster that it had on the runway on the back of Selena who should go back to Versace as she and Donatella made amazing magic when they were working together.

Solange Knowles was the in-house DJ at the Academy Awards this year. When I heard that she was going to be walking the red carpet I got very excited as Solange usually wears the most amazing clothes, so I was really disappointed when she showed up wearing this tangerine Christian Siriano Fall 2015 RTW gown top and palazzo pants. This look, much like Selena's gown, reminds me of luxurious pajamas. This look was further let down by having the worst hairstyle. To even remotely taking this look to a decent place Solange's hair needed to be sleek in a tight bun.
Moving on to the final group of ladies on the Worst dressed of the Year list. Salma Hayek stepped out on the red carpet at the London Evening Standard Theater Awards putting her breasts on display in an Alexander McQueen Pre-Fall 2013 gown. Her twins were on full display framed with a dust ruffle. There are only a few women who I could picture pulling this type of look off and they are all very tall women, which Salma is not.

Music Awards shows are usually the source of really bad looks but I can't believe that I have one from all tree of the major awards. I was uber excited to know that Gwen Stefani was going to be walking the red carpet at the American Music Awards but my heart sunk when I saw her in this Yousef Al-Jasmi Spring 2016 Couture black mesh gown. The gown itself isn't terrible but Gwen definitely can do so much better. The look was further let down with the half up/half down hairstyle, heavy cat eye, and nude lip. Gwen has so much potential and this just did nothing to showcase that.

Last but not lease we have Glinda the Good Witch wearing custom Prada on the red carpet at the Met Ball, Kerry Washington. It really pains me to put Kerry on the Worst Dressed list as she is one of my favorite women to see on the red carpet but this pink cupcake just made the 5 foot 4 inch actress look even more petite than the actually is. The emerald green shoes and clutch just added to the feeling that this is a reject costume from The Wizard of OZ.

2015 has been a great year on the red carpet but these are definitely the dark side of what was there, make sure you check back on Friday to see the Best Dressed of the Year list.

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Monday, November 30, 2015

Best Dressed of November 2015

If you don't know the November Best Dressed list the end of the year for If I Was A Stylist. I take looks from December of the previous year through November of the current year into consideration for my Best Dressed of the Year list. Starting tomorrow the End of the Year Style Awards will start posting with Best Transformation. Topping the Best Dressed of November list is Lea Seydoux who looked very much the part of a Bond girl wearing a red custom Miu Miu off the shoulder chiffon at the "Spectre" premiere in Mexico City. I was a little concerned with Lea only wearing Miu/Miu and Prada during this promo tour and thus becoming a one note but each look that Lea put out was more glamorous than the last and this was the piece du resistance.
Spanish supermodel Nieves Alvarez, who has long been a favorite of mine (often giving looks worthy of being on my Best Dressed of the Year list), attended the Vanity Fair Awards in Madrid wearing a custom Stephane Rolland Couture gown which masters illusion neckline which she paired with an Yliana Yepez clutch, Torricao Alta Joyeria jewels and a Santiago Del Palacio fur. Nieves for sure showed us how it is done as this is the perfect way to wear white going into the winter season. The big shock of the month for me was how amazingly beautiful that Heidi Klum looked on the red carpet of the Bambi Awards wearing a custom eggplant Zac Posen strapless structured ball gown. Heidi has been wearing a lot of really unflattering, age inappropriate looks which have aged her more than they should so it was amazing that this gown made such a glamorous impact. Talking about glamorous impact model Arizona Muse stepped out for the British Fashion Awards wearing a Ralph & Russo Fall 2015 couture embroidered cap sleeve crop top and high waisted palazzo pants. Arizona took this modern take on a classic look and went full on old Hollywood movie star glam with her hair and make-up which just made this look even more beautiful.
Kiernan Shipka is always the most amazingly dress teenager on the red carpet. She attended the Guggenheim International Gala Pre-Party wearing a Christian Dior Spring 2015 Couture embroidered and embellished cocktail dress. What other 16 year old can work this dress on red carpet with such class and confidence. Kiernan is definitely getting better and better with each red carpet that she steps out on and I am excited to continue to see her grow. Stephanie Sigman was an unknown to me prior to the "Spectre" promo tour but after wearing one of my favorite Marchesa looks for the London premiere and this absolutely stunning red custom Armani Prive long sleeve structured gown, it is safe to say that she has put her foot in the cement of being a fashion darling. Solange is one of my favorite ladies to see on the red carpet. She gives some of the looks that you would only see fashion folks wearing during fashion week on the red carpet. On the red carpet for the Louis XIII Celebration of ‘100 Years’ The Movie You Will Never See, Solange rocked a tangerine Milly Spring 2016 RTW off the shoulder pencil dress with flamenco sleeves that she paired with a gold box clutch, neutral sandals, braids and an orange lip. We don't see much of Milly on the red carpet and it is looks like this from Solange that makes me question why we don't.
While I loved Kiernan's dress at the Guggenheim International Gala Pre-Party it was Dakota Johnson in her white Christian Dior gown with a silver embellished bodice at the Guggenheim International Gala Dinner that took my breath away. Only a day away and such vastly different looks this has got to be my favorite look from Dakota as she keeps getting better with her red carpet dressing. I am actually looking forward to seeing what she is going to bring next year. Elizabeth Banks started the final promo tour for The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2 in high style wearing a floral Elie Saab Fall 2015 Couture spaghetti strap ball gown for the films premiere in Berlin. This is a perfect red carpet moment to close a major film series, which is good since Jennifer Lawrence completely let me down. Finished with an Elie Saab floral crown this look is in definite contention for Best Dressed of the Year. Kerry Washington made a very disappointing night on the red carpet from the Academy Governors Awards into something interesting wearing a black organza Giambattista Valli Fall 2015 Couture sheer ball gown with pink floral embellishments to the Baby2Baby Gala. Usually we see some very pretty dresses, which there were many pretty gowns, but Kerry brought a dramatic red carpet moment. Kerry plus Giambattista Valli Couture = amazing. 
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Thursday, September 10, 2015

2015 Creative Arts Emmy Awards Presenters Red Carpet Wish List

 The night before this years Primetime Emmy Awards some of the stars and nominees will be out on the red carpet at the Creative Arts Emmy Awards. The Creative Arts Emmy Awards are where most of the Emmy's are actually handed out as there are too many to actually hand out during the 3 hour live telecast. Just because this ceremony isn't live on TV doesn't mean that the stars don't take this red carpet just as serious. "So You Think You Can Dance" hostess Cat Deeley is nominated and is presenting at the Creative Arts Emmys so I am sure that she will be on top form. I would love to see Cat wear this lemon yellow Vionnet Resort 2016 one shoulder gown. Cat loves color and she wears it so well and I am sure that she would look just lovely wearing this simple gown. Finish the look with yellow diamond drop earrings, a pair of gold sandals and a gold clutch and Cat will definitely rock the Creative Arts Emmys red carpet/
 Heidi Klum is either love or hate for me on the red carpet and I am hoping that when the "Project Runway" nominated hostess and presenter steps out on the Creative Arts Emmy Awards red carpet next Saturday that I love what she puts down. I think that this black silk crepe Marchesa Fall 2015 RTW gown with its embroidered top, plunging neckline, ostrich feather peplum, & sexy central split is perfect for Heidi to wear. This gown is sexy without being totally in your face. It breaks the cardinal boobs or legs rule (because we all know if Heidi wears this gown that she will work that central split) but I really think that she would look very pretty in this gown. I would finish this look with a black clutch, red sandals, simple diamond earrings, statement diamond pendant necklace, and a red lip to really evoke an old Hollywood sense out of this look.
 I have always been a fan of Katherine McPhee on the red carpet so I was quite excited to see that she was on the list of presenters for the 2015 Creative Arts Emmy Awards. The "Scorpion" star has worn Elie Saab before, to the 2012 Met Ball most notably, and I would love to see Katherine rock the red carpet king again. I think that this dusty pink Elie Saab Resort 2016 sleeveless crepe georgette gown with it's lace inserts would make for quite the look on Katherine. We have been seeing her rock a lot of edgy designs recently so I think that a break for something ethereal is perfect. I would keep the styling very simple with this gown. I would finish this look with a matching Elie Saab clutch, a pair of gold sandals, a romantic updo, and a light pink lip to ensure that Katherine doesn't over-cook this look for the red carpet.
I will say that I let out a little squeal when I saw that Nina Dobrev was going to be a presenter at the 2015 Creative Arts Emmy Awards. I absolutely adore Nina on the red carpet, especially when she rocks a stunning gown. Since this is not the place for Haute Couture I figure that Nina will be someone more subdued but I still think she will shut the red carpet down. I think that this tangerine Jenny Packham Fall 2015 RTW spaghetti strap gown with a plunging neckline and flowing skirt would look absolutely stunning on Nina. This is a classic look in a bold color, and Nina LOVES to wear bold colors. A gold clutch, statement earrings, a pair of gold sandals, a chic updo and Nina would be ready to slay the red carpet.

Sunday, August 30, 2015

#Emmys2015: Oustanding Host of a Reality Competition Nominee Wish List

The last set of nominees for the Emmy Awards are the ladies nominated for Outstanding Host of a Reality Competition. "So You Think You Can Dance's" Cat Deeley is always a delight to see on the red carpet and I am excited to see what she will wear to this years Emmy's. I picked this sunflower yellow Monique Lhuillier Fall 2015 RTW silk satin chiffon one shoulder gown with a draped construction in a sheath silhouette with a twisted one shoulder neckline and a cinched waist. I can't believe that New York Fashion Week kicks off this week and this gown still hasn't been snatched up. I believe that the blonde television personality would look extremely elegant in this bright bold gown. Finish the look with a gold clutch, a pair of gold sandals, simple elegant hair & makeup to ensure that Cat really shines on the Emmy's red carpet.
Heidi Klum is one that I either love or hate on the red carpet. I am sure that we will see Heidi Klum wear a Zac Posen gown on the red carpet, since she has worn her "Project Runway" co-star's gowns. I think that Heidi would look very pretty and lady like in this strapless Zac Posen Resort 2015 multi-colored floral jacquard fit and flare gown. We usually expect Heidi to wear something very sexy but I think that this would be a sexy yet feminine look for the former Victoria's Secret model to rock on the red carpet. Style the look with a pair of gold sandals, old Hollywood waves, and fresh faced makeup to ensure that Heidi nails her Emmy's red carpet ensemble.

I will be live tweeting this years Emmy Awards red carpet and telecast with Kelly from Dream In Lace on September 20. I hope you will follow me and Kelly on Twitter and join in on the conversation! I am excited as this is our awards tradition now, so pop your bubbly and join in the fun.

Saturday, May 16, 2015

#Cannes2015: amfAR Cinema Against AIDS Gala Red Carpet Wish List Part 2

Emily Blunt sizzled at the amfAR Cinema Against AIDS Gala during the 2010 Cannes Film Festival wearing a red hot Georges Chakra dress. It was one of Emily's best and most memorable looks. Since then Emily has not attended another amfAR gala but I am hoping that since her film "Sicario" is premiering just two days before this years festival that Emily will stick around and walk the amfAR red carpet as well. I think that for this event that Emily would look amazing wearing this sherbert orange Jenny Packham Fall 2015 RTW gown which features a deep plunge, rouched waist, and flowing skirt. This gown perfectly embodies the light air of Cannes. Finished with a simple pair of gold sandals, a gold clutch, simple earrings, swept back hair, and a pink lip and Emily would kill the red carpet at the amfAR Cinema Against AIDS Gala come Thursday evening.
Fan Bingbing did her L'Oreal brand ambassador duties on the first two days being crowned Best Dressed of the first day in Ralph & Russo Couture and then slightly waning in Marchesa on Thursday. If the stunning Chinese actress does stay in Cannes for the amfAR Gala then I would love to see Fan wear this black Elie Saab Pre-Fall 2015 sleeveless ball gown that features a tulle construction with beaded embroidery throughout the bodice. It has been a hot minute since Fan has had a memorable Elie Saab moment and I think that this has the potential to be her next memorable moment. Finish the look with a Louis Vuitton clutch, a pair of black pumps, a pair of Chopard diamond & emerald cluster earrings, a sleek bun, and a red lip and this look is finished to perfection.
Heidi Klum almost always attends the amfAR Cinema Against AIDS gala and almost always she shows up in a creation by Marchesa. I would go for this simple Marchesa Fall 2015 RTW halter gown with a deep plunge and feather detail at the waist. This gown is chic, elegant, with a hint of sexy for Heidi. With the theme of this years big fashion show being black and white I am sure that we are bound to see a lot of black and white gowns on the red carpet. Black Christian Louboutin sandals, a pair of statement diamond earrings, a red lip, and old Hollywood waves would ensure that Heidi lives up to her red carpet potential at the amfAR gala.
Last but not least for todays wishes is for the always stunning Jane Fonda. At the age of 77 Jane still gives some amazingly sexy red carpet moments. With her film "Youth" premiering the night before I am praying that Jane will attend the amfAR Cinema Against AIDS Gala. I would love to see Jane wear this copper Monique Lhuillier Fall 2015 RTW long sleeve gown that features a sheath silhouette with burnout silk velvet construction in a floral motif, an illusion bodice, and an exposed back. The sexy cutouts can be modified to be covered with illusion netting but I think that Jane would shut the red carpet down in this gown. Finish the look with a bronze Raowulf clutch, a pair of bronze peep toe pumps, a pair of simple earrings, and a red lip and Jane will for sure be one of the best dressed.

Thursday, May 14, 2015

#Cannes2015: Everyone Else Wish List

Dita von Teese loves Cannes, and the festival red carpet usually looks really good on the burlesque beauty. Usually around for the amfAR Cinema Against AIDS gala, Dita usually takes in at least one screening (most likely something from the Cannes Classics line up.) If Dita is going to take to the red carpet during Cannes I would love to see her look to the Ralph & Russo Fall 2015 Couture collection for her ensemble. This black and white cocktail ensemble with its voluminous skirt might be considered too short for the Cannes Film Festival rules of dressing but I think that the look actually fulfills the go big or go home mentality. The off the shoulder look is an over the top version of a 1950's couture ensemble and I think that Dita would slay that Cannes red carpet in this gown. Her go to beauty routine of black lacquered waves and red lip, finished with Chopard diamond chandelier earrings, a black Christian Louboutin clutch, and a pair of black Christian Louboutin sandals would complete this perfect red carpet ensemble for Dita.
Last year Eva Herzigova wore a Dolce & Gabbana cocktail dress on the red carpet for the Cannes Film Festival premiere of "Two Days, One Night." Not one to defy the Cannes dress code I would love to see the Czech model and actress give a take on the menswear trend and work this black and ivory Jean Paul Gaultier Spring 2015 Couture tuxedo. This might be a menswear inspired look but this look is all feminine, from the ivory silk pants to the floral embellishments on the lapel. I go back on forth, since Eva would most likely be a guest of Chopard, on whether or not I would pair this look with a statement necklace or a pair of statement earrings. With her shorter hair I would probably pick a statement necklace to go with this look. Finished with a pair of black sandals and a red lip then Eva would have a Femme Fatale look perfect for a Cannes Film Festival premiere.
Heidi Klum is a consistent face during the Cannes Film Festival, there are two traditions when it comes to designers that Heidi wears on the Cannes red carpet. One is Marchesa (which will come later when I do my amfAR wishes) and the other is Atelier Versace. Now Heidi wore the Atelier Versace Spring 2015 Couture collection for the Elton John AIDS Foundation Oscar Viewing Party, and it was basically a disaster. I am praying that Heidi will have a glamorous moment on the Cannes Film Festival red carpet. So I picked this silver Atelier Versace Spring 2015 Couture Swarovski crystal embellished gown, but it would need a few things to be red carpet ready for Heidi. The whole gown needs to lined, in what I would suggest be a silver silk, so that Heidi doesn't fall into tacky territory. Chic old Hollywood waves, a simple pair of diamond earrings, a pair of silver sandals, and a pink lip would ensure that Heidi has a winning red carpet ensemble on her hands.
Spanish supermodel Nieves Alvarez also usually runs to Cannes for at least one premiere. I am predicting that Nieves will do so yet again this year. If she does than we will most likely see her in one of two brand: Ralph & Russo Couture or Stephane Rolland Couture. I have decided to go with the latter. I am absolutely in love with this white Stephane Rolland Spring 2015 Couture long sleeved gown with a leather scale like bodice, illusion paneling, and white silk crepe mermaid skirt. I think that this gown is just begging for a strong woman who would evoke this gowns warrior spirit that this gown gives off. Finish the look strong with a wavy bob, emerald earrings, a red lip, a white Edie Parker, and a pair of silver sandals. Should Nieves do all that I can see her taking a spot on my Best Dressed of the Year list three years in a row.
I can't remember the last time that Paz Vega hasn't been on the red carpet during the Cannes Film Festival, and I am hoping that this year would be no different. I simply adore seeing the Spanish actress take to the red carpet. For a Cannes premiere I would love to see Paz wear this Elie Saab Spring 2015 Couture sheer black floral embellished long sleeved ballgown on the red carpet. While I am used to seeing Paz kill the red carpet in varying bold designs by Ralph & Russo and Stephane Rolland I think that this simple ball gown would be enhanced her pixie style. A pair of bold sapphire and diamond cluster earrings, a pair of black sandals, and a red lip would make this a magical red carpet moment for Paz during the Cannes Film Festival.

Monday, February 16, 2015

2015 Elton John Academy Awards Viewing Party Wish List

Elton John hosts a huge star studded gala benefit to watch the Academy Awards every year. The proceeds benefit the Elton John AIDS Foundation. Dita von Teese is one of the ladies who I am hoping will be a guest at the Elton John party on Sunday night. Dita is always a favorite on the red carpet and I would love it if she showed up wearing this amazing Ralph & Russo Spring 2015 Couture floral embellished caped cocktail dress. Dita was seated front row at the Ralph & Russo Spring 2015 Couture collection presentation last month and I am still waiting for her to give a red carpet moment with one of these looks. The 1950s style is exactly what we would expect from the burlesque diva on the red carpet. Her classic old Hollywood beauty regiment, a pair of gold pumps and a gold clutch will ensure that Dita gives me a memorable red carpet moment on Oscar night.
Heidi Klum is one of the co-chairs of this years Elton John AIDS Foundation and I am sure that we will see the former Victoria's Secret model wearing a design from Atelier Versace. It would actually be really shocking to me if Heidi doesn't wear a Versace design. I would pick this sleek white Atelier Versace Spring 2015 Couture on sleeve asymmetrical gown. What I love about this gown for Heidi is that it would still be a shock while still being in her wheelhouse. The fact that there a zero embellishments on this gown would be the biggest shock of the night. Of course this gown would make for the perfect backdrop for some stunning statement Lorraine Schwartz colored diamond earrings. Finished with a pair of silver pumps and glossy hair and makeup and Heidi will for sure have a perfect red carpet look on her hand.
Karolina Kurkova is always a delight to see when she takes to the red carpet. It doesn't matter if she is stepping out for a front row or the Met Ball it is always a major look. Karolina was seated front row when Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli presented the Valentino "Sala Bianca" Couture collection to commemorate the grand re-opening of the Valentino NYC Flagship last month. I would love to see Karolina snatch up this simplistic white one shoulder gown from that collection. This gown is 90s glam at its best and I think that if anyone could breath life into such a simplistic gown it is Karolina. Finishing the look with a silver Edie Parker clutch, silver Stuart Weitzman 'Nudist' sandals and some simple Chopard diamond earrings would ensure that Karolina simplistically stuns.
Miley Cyrus is also a co-chair for the Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party on Sunday night. I am hoping that the "Wrecking Ball" singer stops by and gives me a major red carpet moment. I think that going the mannish route via this Christopher Kane Pre-Fall 2015 tuxedo with patent leather detailing would be an amazing direction for Miley to go for this event. Everyone will be expecting Miley to show up in another of the ultra sexy looks from the Alexandre Vauthier Spring 2015 Couture collection and I think that this is a look that is unexpected. A pair of black Christian Louboutin pumps, a statement Chopard diamond necklace and a bold red lip will ensure that Miley continues to shock people on the red carpet.
Every year Nina Dobrev dolls herself up and heads on over to raise money for the Elton John AIDS foundation at the Oscars viewing party looking absolutely fabulous. I am excited to see what Nina, and her stylist Ilaria Urbinati, are cooking up for this years gala. I would love to see Nina go short and in couture with this stunning Elie Saab Spring 2015 Couture peach long sleeve embellished mini dress. Nina always goes for full gowns for these type of events, but doesn't the fact that this dress is couture make up for the fact that it isn't a gown? Nude sandals, a peachy pink Edie Parker clutch, simple diamond earrings, a chic updo and dewy makeup would finish this look off in just the right way for Nina for this event.
And last but not least we have the final wish for an Oscars party. Spanish actress is one of my favorites on the red carpet and I am excited to see if she takes to the red carpet on Sunday night. I would love to see Paz wear this Stephane Rolland Spring 2015 Couture long sleeve gown with sheer panels and beautiful trumpet skirt. The bodice and sleeves of this gown reminds me of medieval armor or dragon scales, but the whole gown gives off this a very modern vibe. I think this gown with Paz's new short hair, a red lip, a silver clutch, diamond cluster earrings and a pair of silver sandals will put Paz in the running for a Best Dressed of the Year ensemble.

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

2014 Met Ball: Heidi Klum, Jenna Malone, Kate Beckinsale, Lea Seydoux, & Michelle Dockery Wish List

Heidi Klum is always a staple at the Costume Institute Gala and I am excited to see what she will bring to the red carpet come May 5th. I have been seeing that Heidi has been working on her red carpet style trying to bring it in with a new age. I think that this white Versace Fall 2014 RTW gown with a draped cowl neck, gold beaded spaghetti straps, and slash detailing on the skirt would be a perfect look for the supermodel to wear for this red carpet. This is a simple yet sexy and elegant statement that Heidi doesn't make very often. More often than not we see Heidi rock the overtly sexy looks or ones that are much to matronly on the red carpet and this is the perfect blend of the both. A pair of gold strappy Christian Louboutin sandals and some stunning gold Lorraine Schwartz earrings would make this look red carpet ready.
We really got to know Jena Malone towards the end of last year while she took to the promo tour for 'The Hunger Games: Catching Fire.' One of her go to brands is J. Mendel and becoming a red carpet darling as of lately so if she were to take to the red carpet at the 2014 Met Ball I have very little doubt that she will not pick a look from the brand if not have a custom look. This white draped gown with a beaded neckline and loads of cutouts from the J. Mendel Fall 2014 RTW collection is exactly what I can picture Jena wearing. A pair of gold stilettos and a red lip would make this a best dressed worthy look on the red carpet of the 2014 Costume Institute Gala
Kate Beckinsale is one of my favorite stars to see take to the red carpet. I am so excited to see what she will bring to the red carpet at the 2014 Met Ball if she is attending. I love the baby blue tulle Marchesa Fall 2014 RTW gown with silver cap sleeve beading is perfect for this red carpet. Kate knows how to werk this almost mermaid silhouette like no other and I think that this will make for a moment that will go down in the record books. A pair of silver strappy sandals, a silver Edie Parker clutch, and some stunning diamond drop earrings will make for the best possible moment that Kate could bring to this red carpet.
Lea Seydoux is one of the current faces of Miu Miu's Spring 2014 RTW advertising campaign and I am sure that if she takes to the red carpet at the 2014 Met Ball that she will werk either Prada or Miu Miu. While I believe deep down in my soul that Lea will work with Muccia Prada to create a custom look from either one of the labels I have to hold out hope and pick a dress from the runway. This silver Miu Miu Fall 2014 RTW cocktail dress with a blue plastic yoke and bold crystal embellishments would be my choice for Lea. While for the most part we see her take to the big red carpets in custom gowns I think that it would be an awesome change of pace in this short design. It opens up the opportunity for an amazing pair of shoes and lots of details to be added. I would go as far as to go all out with a 1960's inspired look with a beehive, period makeup, and a cute clutch to finish this look off.
And last up for today is Michelle Dockery. The 'Downton Abby' star has not had the year so far that she did last, after all she did rank number four on my Best Dressed of 2013 list. I am hoping that she picks up the pace with the rest of the year and gives me red carpet moments to die for. Having been a regular at the Met Ball since 2012, wearing Ralph Lauren and Burberry, it would not surprise me if she took to the red carpet this year as well. The sad part about her past two appearances is that I was not in love with either of them and I am hoping that this year I will. I picked this Valentino Fall 2014 RTW red peasant gown with a beaded peter pan collar for Michelle to wear to this years event. Michelle rocks this more covered up look really well, a lot better than most other Hollywood starlets. I would just pair this look with the matching runway Valentino red satin pumps and some simple hair to give this look a sophisticated chic feel on this red carpet.

Wednesday, January 29, 2014

Runway Report: Alexandre Vauthier Spring 2014 Couture

Alexandre Vauthier brought the sexy to the runways of Paris Haute Couture fashion week. The young designer has a specific audience and it doesn't look like that is going to change any time soon. It is a nice change of pace to see during the week of elegant classic gowns, cocktail dresses, and suits that take to the runway during this week. Black and oxblood contrasted bright whites, blue, chartreuse, leopard print, and gold embellishments as they took to the runway. Alexandre Vauthier partnered with Christian Louboutin yet again to create a new collection of shoes that the models wore while storming the runway. I can see a host of sexy women wearing this collection including Miley Cyrus, Rihanna, Ashley Madekwe, Camila Alves, Kylie Minogue, Emma Roberts, Alicia Keys, Heidi Klum, Rita Ora, Kate Beckinsale, Lady Gaga, Paula Patton, Jennifer Hudson, Nina Dobrev, and even Taylor Swift. See my top 4 looks from the collection bellow.


In the days prior to the Grammy Awards Rita Ora and Rihanna were seen making the pre-show party rounds wearing a bevy of different looks from this collection. I wasn't a huge fan of the gold lurex dress Rita Ora wore a private party at the Chateau Marmont, but then I did like the white jacket, skirt, and white button down she wore to the ROC Nation Brunch the next night. I planned this post the night before the Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Gala and then Rihanna showed up in the yellow silk draped shirt dress, I did a little squeal of delight as I had wanted to see RiRi in this gown. Both of these ladies wore Christian Louboutin shoes, Rita rocked sandals from the collection and Rihanna wore a pair of gold pointed toe pumps.

Friday, August 23, 2013

2013 Emmy Awards: Oustanding Host in a Reality Series Wish List

Cat Deeley has been a regular on the Emmy Awards red carpet and here, like most of her red carpet appearances, she almost exclusively wears Monique Lhuillier. I am going to be surprised if she chooses another brand to wear for this years ceremony where she is nominated for Outstanding Host in a Reality Series for her position on 'So You Think You Can Dance.' I think that this navy blue embellished Monique Lhuillier Resort 2014 gown is perfect for the blonde British actress. This is a sexy yet elegant gown that Cat would just look perfect on the red carpet with a black Edie Parker clutch, a pair of black embellished sandals, and some simple diamond accessories.
Last year Heidi Klum took to the red carpet at the 2012 Emmy Awards wearing an aqua blue Alexandre Vauthier gown with head to toe accessories that matched perfectly. She looked like German sex-pot Barbie and at 40 that just doesn't work anymore. Heidi can still be sexy but doesn't need to dress like she is 25 anymore. I think that this white Alexandre Vauthier Fall 2013 Couture gown with a deep v, broad shoulders, long sleeves, and a thigh high slit would be the perfect choice to still be sexy yet sophisticated. Complete this look with a pair of silver Christian Louboutin sandals, some stunning Lorraine Schwartz earrings, and a statement Lorraine Schwartz cocktail ring and I believe that Heidi will redeem herself on the red carpet.