2013 Cannes Film Festival: 'The Bling Ring' Premiere Wish List

'The Bling Ring' may be an Un Certain Regard and not a Official Selection film but the Sofia Coppola directed film is sure to make a splash on the red carpet with a star studded cast. Leading lady Emma Watson is already confirmed to attend the festival to promote the film. This film is her breakaway from the good girl image of her 'Harry Potter' days. While that may be the case I would love to see the star wear this peach and gold Elie Saab Fall 2012 Couture gown for the premiere of this movie. Emma has been opting for edgier looks but I feel that Cannes is a place to revert back to classic sophisticated glamour for a premiere, photocall she can choose her normal edgy cocktail attire. The coloring of this Elie Saab gown is perfect for the young starlet who is capturing Hollywood even more than before. Complete this with a simple formal 'do, a gold clutch, and some gold strappy sandals and Emma will be ready to take to the carpet as her film opens the Un Certain Regard selection on the second day of the festival May 16th.

Star of 'The Bling Ring' director Sofia Coppola's 2006 Cannes Film Festival award winning film 'Marie Antoinette' Kirsten Dunst will also be in attendance at the opening of the selection, for what reason I am not sure of. None the less I would love to see the Chanel devote wear this black tiered Chanel Spring 2013 Couture gown on the red carpet for the premiere. After wowing me in a runway inspired Louis Vuitton gown at the Met Ball at the beginning of the month I am hoping that the actress keeps up her mojo. This is a glamorous gown that I am surprised didn't get picked up by a lucky lady for the punk themed Met Ball. Complete with a Bulgari black and gold clutch, a pair of black sandals, and some stunning gold and diamond jewelery and Kirsten will stun.

Last year Leslie Mann was one of my absolute favorites to take to the red carpet and so far this year she has been making a lot of very mumsy choices when she steps out on the red carpet. I need the woman who stepped out at the Academy Awards last year for no reason wearing a stunning blue Roberto Cavalli gown back. I am hopeful that her trip to the Armani Prive show last July will have some influence on her ensemble during this years Cannes Film Festival. While this amazing green Armani Prive Spring 2012 Couture gown, which still shocks me that it has yet to be worn, may not have been presented at the show that Leslie attend I think that it is an amazing option for the star. With her peachy completion and red hair this gown would look fantastic on Leslie. Complete with an old Hollywood side parted waves, a gold clutch, and some gold sandals she could rival the look of her fashionable co-star Emma Watson.

Last year Makia Monroe jettisoned on to the red carpet scene during the Venice Film Festival wearing a stunning Marchesa gown at the premiere of 'At Any Price' and ended up taking home my One to Watch Award during last years Best of 2012 Awards. So far I am disappointed in the looks that she has given me and I am hoping that she will make an appearance during this years Cannes Film Festival to help promote 'The Bling Ring' which is is also a cast member of. To walk the red carpet for the premiere I would love to see Makia wear this amazing blue and gold Marchesa Spring 2013 RTW gown. The looks from this collection have been under utilized on the red carpet and I think that Makia and Marchesa have had a winning relationship in the past so why break it up now? Just add a pair of gold strappy sandals and a winning smile to complete this look. Again 'The Bling Ring' opens the Un Certain Regard competition and premieres on May 16th.

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2013 Critics Choice Awards Wish List Part 3

Leslie Mann has been one of the most underrated stars on the red carpet. She wowed me last year at the Academy Awards wearing a stunning navy blue Roberto Cavalli gown with a dramatic train. For this years Critics Choice Awards I would love to see Leslie wear this amazing black sequin Jason Wu Pre-Fall 2013 gown. I of course for the 40 year old actress would have the skirt lined in black so there is some modesty. Finish it off with some emerald and diamond earrings, a black and emerald clutch, and black pumps and she will wow when the camera pans to her during the presentation of  the Best Actress in a Comedy for 'This Is 40.' I am looking forward to whatever she ends up wearing.

Jessica Chastain made the 2012 Vanity Fair Best Dressed List and I know why. She is one of the ladies in Hollywood that exudes glam. Nominated this year for Best Actress for her work in 'Zero Dark Thirty,' Jessica is bound to walk the red carpets looking amazing. After a short year since she wore a gold Oscar de la Renta gown for the BAFTA Awards last year I am hoping to see her wear this gold fringe gown. Jessica seems to have a phobia of carrying a clutch on the red carpet but I think that she needs the runway clutch to help accessorize this look and some Jimmy Choo nude sandals to finish off this amazing best dressed worthy look for this awards show.

Marion Cotillard is a brand ambassador for French couture house Christian Dior and as such she usually wears their designs on the red carpet for almost all her red carpet appearances. Well since I have already posted a wish for Dior spokesmodel Jennifer Lawrence, I have decided to wish for Marion to wear a gown from one of her other favorite designers,Bouchra Jarrar. As soon as I saw this forest green Bouchra Jarrar Fall 2012 Couture walk the runway in Paris last July, I have been wishing to see Marion wear it as she I has been one of the only celebrities to don the designers work. This gown is showstopping and simple all at the same time, which is perfect for the Critics Choice Awards.

Former Christian Dior spokesmodel Mila Kunis is nominated for Best Actress in a Comedy for her work in 'TED.' I think that this aqua blue Atelier Versace Fall 2012 Culture gown is perfect for her and this event. Mila is a rare beauty and has been a delight to see grace the red carpet and I am really looking forward to seeing what she ends up wearing at this years Critics Choice Awards. Pair this stunning couture creation with a simple embellished Judith Leiber clutch, a pair of silver metallic Jimmy Choo sandals, and some glamorous diamond jewelry and Milas look would be complete.

Naomi Watts is one of the celebs that I either love or hate when she steps out on the red carpet. Lately I have been in love with what she has been gracing the red carpet with and I am really looking forward to seeing what she has up her sleeve for the 2013 Critics Choice Awards. I am hoping to see her wear this nice laser cut Roberto Cavalli Spring 2013 EYE gown. This would look sensational on Naomi. This is a perfect simple gown for the smaller award ceremony which Naomi is nominated for her work in the film 'The Impossible.' Finish the look with some simple streamlined flat gold accessories and we have the perfect simple ensemble.

Haute Couture Wish List: Chanel

Chanel is probably the most influential Haute Couture house, while that can be disputed by critics. One thing that can not be disputed is that Chanel is a Couture classic. Keira Knightley is a celebrity fan and spokesmodel of the house and always wears it so well. I think that with her new film, a remake of the 1935 film, Anna Karenina that she may be walking a few of the red carpets for some of the big film festivals. I think that she would look absolutely stunning wearing this light pink gown with side cutouts would be a modern twist on Keira's classic style, just like it is on the classic Chanel signature look.

Last year during the course of the Cannes Film Festival in 2011 Kirsten Dunst wore a few pink Chanel gowns, wowing in one and disappointing in the other (by pairing it with black satin pointy toe pumps.) This pink rosette gown from the Fall 2012 Couture collection would be a great way for Kirsten to redeem herself and look amazing but I hope this time she adds a gold or silver metallic shoe instead.

Funny lady Leslie Mann was the star that hopped around Couture Fashion Week this year attending all the major shows. I think that out of anything that she could have found at Chanel that this classic bi-color satin cocktail dress is perfect for the strawberry blonde actress. Add some kick ass accessories and this could go from simple to amazing!

Before Natalie Portman became a face of Dior she wore a lot of Chanel. I think that this black chiffon tea length gown would look absolutely amazing. I think that this would look so elegant on Natalie as this fits the persona that she always gives on the red carpet.

Best Dressed of the Week Ending 3/17/2012

Well, hello there Rachel. Now, there's no doubt in my mind that Rachel was turning heads in this Jason Wu piece. Lets start of with the cut of the dress; the high neckline balances out the formfitting shape of the dress, which makes it classy-sexy. I also love the asymmetrical hemline and kick, again, sexy but still classy. But my favorite, favorite, favorite part of this ensemble is the bunched knot on the side of her torso. It tricks the eye to make her waist appear even smaller, although she is already gorgeous as is, which is what every woman wants. The color and unique print also contrasts nicely with her skin tone. Since the dress is so bold with the pattern, there's no need to jazz it up with too many colorful accessories and Rachel's pee toed pumps are enough jazz to last the night.

I'll admit, normally, I hate orange, but after seeing Elizabeth debut in this stunning Atelier Versace piece, I'm starting to reconsider my aversion to it. The color is so vibrant and it enhances Elizabeth's blonde and pale skin complexion; I also think that the color makes her look slightly tanner than she normally is due to the underlying color in the design. Now lets talk about this fabulous fit! I'm all for a sexy form fitting dress, but its the strap and the unique neckline. The neckline is almost an asymmetrical modified sweetheart neckline; I'm sure designers would appreciate my innovation in terminology! I also approve of the shoes and the color; since the dress is so bold on its on, it needs an element to tie it together and balance it out.

Va va voom! Lately Elizabeth has been rocking the orange look, and she wears it well. This is such elegant, yet a very modern look. I love how this Elie Saab piece is floor length, but still elongates her stature and makes her look taller; usually I would recommend that if you wanted to look taller in an ensemble, you should wear a piece that hits slightly above your knee cap, but this gown is an exception. The form fitting silhouette is another component that I am loving on this gown. It hugs her curves just enough without being too tight and still retaining it's flowy, elegant quality.

Now, I use to say that outfits like this should only be worn by Olivia Newton John in Grease, but Leslie pulls this outfit off so well that it makes me want to take back that statement entirely! The neckline is honestly phenomenal and shows off just enough cleavage, but not too much. The gold shoulders also adds a nice splash of color in a place that you normally wouldn't expect to see it. And the belt, the belt makes Leslie's waist look tiny tiny and truly transforms this ensemble into an hourglass piece. Last but not least, the fit of this outfit is spot on; the skinny leg shows off how learn her legs truly are. Sarah approved!

I know that on this blog we focus more on the couture and highly glamorous events and ensembles, but this causal outfit was too good not to recognize! I love the snug fitting, simple black tee paired with the skinny jeans tucked into the trendy boots. Now, this patterned coat really makes this outfit look modern and fashion forward. But I want to commend Miranda for adding a bold splash of color in her purse because this outfit needed some color added to it. I have no complaints on this outfit!

Aubrey Hepburn? Oh, its Michelle in Valentino. At first, this was a bit too classic for me, but the more I looked at the details in the dress, the more I started to fall in love with it. First off, the straight pencil skirt is a women's best friend, and for good reasons; pencil skirts elongates the body and also gives an hourglass shape. But now I want to focus on the top, starting with the asymmetrical neckline and the very unique cap sleeve. The layering on both shoulders also adds interesting dimension to the look as a whole. I love the softness that the dress embodies and Michelle reinforces that by pairing it with a nude shoe, which was quite clever.

Although I am slightly disappointing that the First Lady didn't wear the voluminous train, but I'm still thrilled that she went for a modern gown. Firstly, the color is stunning against her chocolate complexion, just stunning. I love the classic off the shoulder v-neck, but I adore the interesting rucheing and bunching at the bust line that extends all the way down her waist. This gives dimension and interesting details for the eye and makes her look thinner. But, Michelle should have traded the gaudy necklaces for a simple diamond piece.

I am finally stepping out of my comfort zone and starting to develop a more pronounced appreciation for whimsical designs such as this Cynthia Rowley piece. This trench coat meets bubble dress is nothing like I've seen before, but works nicely on June. It has volume and sass but it doesn't cross the line where it looks like a third grade art project. The high waisted belt brings the entire look together and elongates June so much that she looks much taller and leaner. The mesh of the colors are also remarkable, they are all different, yet they balance and compliment each other. June, good call on the shoes, the dress is already busy enough so a neutral was desperately needed to tie the color palette together.

I've got to say, out of all the looks thus far, I think this ensemble is the most practical everyday look. The floral print on top of the turquoise flowy dress is very modern hippie-chic that I absolutely adore. It's very upbeat, fresh and peppy; however, Kate needs some accessory saving. The pink pee toed pumps that she has on is the wrong shade of the pink in the dress and just looks off. Instead I would've paired this ensemble with some high, strappy metallic sandals. Also, since this whole ensemble screams hippie-chic, why not go all out and style her hair hippie inspired as well? I would suggest long, loose curls with a sassy, retro head band.

The concluding piece of the best dressed looks for the week is Zoe in Alexis Mabille. Now, just because she is last, doesn't mean that this ensemble lacks in any area, because it doesn't. First off, I want to commend Zoe for stepping out of the black pump box that so many celebrities cannot step out of, the metallic pumps are a nice touch to this dress. Now, what really makes this dress so unique is the pattern; it's Native American Indian meets a hippie. The color of the dress is phenomenal and the belt was a smart add to bring more shape to the dress. My only complaint would be the clutch. Zoe, just toss it!