2016 Berlin International Film Festival: "The Seasons in Quincy: Four Portraits of John Berger" Premiere Red Carpet Wish List

I was heavily disappointed that Tilda Swinton did not attend the LA premiere of Hail, Caesar! (which is the opening film of the Berlin International Film Festival) but I am praying that she makes the journey to Berlin for both that and the documentary which she voices and wrote The Seasons in Quincy: Four Portraits of John Berger. Tilda's style quite intrigues me as she is this beautiful androgynous beauty and she always leaves me with a modern edgy glam look to ogle over. For this premiere I picked this white Alexis Mabille Spring 2016 Couture embroidered gown and black structured silk cape. While Tilda has never worn one of Alexis's creations on the red carpet but I honestly think that Tilda would shut down the carpet wearing some of his creations. I think that this piece reminds me more of Tilda because it is so streamlined and chic. A lot of the pieces from Alexis Mabille that I tend to think of Tilda are some of his more complicated almost Victorian inspired pieces which might be too frilly for her. Keeping the styling simple with this look is key. I would only add a pair of black pumps, diamond cluster earrings, a red lip, and a slicked back do to ensure that Tilda has the most amazing moment on the red carpet at the Berlin International Film Festival.

My final wish for Meryl Streep for her duties as International Jury president during the Berlin International Film Festival is probably the most likely. This chic simple Valentino Fall 2015 Couture long sleeved completely covered gown is probably the most typical Meryl gown that I picked for her to wear over the course of the festival. I think that while this is a standard black gown that Meryl would shine wearing it as it is the most in her comfort zone out of all the looks that I have picked. Keeping this look chic is just exactly what needs to happen to keep Meryl from fading into the background. I would add a statement Van Cleef & Arpels yellow gold diamond and fancy gems set necklace, a black clutch, a pair of black pumps, a red lip, and chic elegant hair to ensure that Meryl is still the queen of the Berlin Film Festival red carpets.

2016 Berlin International Film Festival: "Midnight Special" Premiere Red Carpet Wish List

Kirsten Dunst sadly skipped out on the 2016 SAG Awards and I am really hoping that she doesn't skip the Berlin International Film Festival premiere of her film "Midnight Special." I have a love of Kirsten's style but she has been a little more relaxed since she has been on television. I would love to see Kirsten take to the red carpet in Berlin wearing this white Chanel Spring 2016 Couture embroidered and fringe gown which features golden embroidery on the neckline. Not many women could have the red carpet presence to make this gown work on the red carpet and Kirsten can toe the line. Where she could let this gown down is with the styling. Kirsten loves a black pump and there should be no black pumps anywhere near this dress. A pair of gold pumps, a light smokey lined eye, a red lip, and her bob styled with chic vintage inspired waves would be the perfect styling to ensure that Kirsten has a killer red carpet look on the Berlin Film Festival red carpet.

I dug into the Elie Saab archives for today's wish for Berlin International Film Festival International Jury president Meryl Streep. I am really hoping that Berlin is going to showcase all of Meryl's new found sartorial style. I am anxiously awaiting all of her looks over the festival, which is something new because I never really cared for her before. I think that this dove grey Elie Saab Fall 2013 Couture long sleeved embellished bodice gown with a flowing chiffon skirt would make for a beautiful red carpet moment for Meryl. The downside of this look is that Meryl might not like the plunging open back of this gown. We tend to see Meryl very covered up with more of a plunge in the front than in the back but I think that she would personify glamour in this gown. A silver clutch, a pair of silver satin pump, and diamond cluster earrings would just add the perfect finishing touches.

2016 Berlin International Film Festival: "Genius" Red Carpet Premiere Wish List

Nicole Kidman has been on a roller coaster of looks recently. Her custom Gucci gown at the SAG Awards was a total disaster as it was way too young for her, give it to Dakota Johnson or Elle Fanning and I would have been hailing this as a triumph but sadly on Nicole it was to young. For Nicole's premiere of Genius at the 2016 Berlin International Film Festival I would love to see her wearing this grey Elie Saab Spring 2016 Couture tiered beaded gown which also includes a chic embroidered bolero jacket. Nicole Kidman has a very classic glamour about her and this gown would just enhance her regal style. Nicole doesn't need big ball gowns or trailing trains to bring an impact on the red carpet and this gown would just punctuate that. I would love to see her pair this gown with dyed to match grey satin Roger Vivier sandals, a pair of cluster Tiffany & Co. diamond earrings, a chic updo, and a red lip to just finish this regal look off extremely elegantly.

As I have said I don't know how many times Berlin International Film Festival International Jury president Meryl Streep will actually step out on the red carpet during the festival. I have been starting to take notice of Meryl's style as of late and I am intrigued to see what she is going to wear on the red carpets during Berlin. I would love to see Meryl wearing this black, white, & red Carolina Herrera Pre-Fall 2016 ball gown which features an a-line silhouette with a bateau neckline, a variegated striped bodice, and a full gathered skirt. I think that this more relaxed high glamour look is something that Meryl loves and while she doesn't usually go for a lot of volume when picking her red carpet looks, but I think that this kind of sailor stripe look mixed with the ball gown silhouette would make for a major red carpet moment. Keep this look simple with chic up-swept hair, a pink lip, black pumps, and a black clutch to ensure that Meryl continues to shine on the red carpet.

2016 Berlin International Film Festival: "Chi-Raq" Premiere Red Carpet Wish List

The social justice film Chi-Raq will be one of the films getting a gala premiere out of competition at the 2016 Berlin International Film Festival, which kicks off next week. I do not know if Academy Award winner Jennifer Hudson will be in attendance at the films big premiere since she is currently performing every night on Broadway in The Color Purple. If she does make the journey to Berlin I would love to see Jennifer wearing this ivory Marchesa Pre-Fall 2016 which is rendered in stretch crepe and features a sheath silhouette with a jewel neckline, gold beaded appliques along the bodice with illusion cutouts. I think that this gown would look absolutely amazing on this red carpet as Jennifer as been working a lot of edgy glam looks on the red carpet in the past year. I would finish this look with an Emm Kuo 'Nam Hai' peach and gold clutch which is made up of mother of pearl, brass, and oyster shell, a pair of gold Giuseppe Zanotti sandals, and a red lip to ensure that Jennifer has an absolutely amazing red carpet moment at the Berlin Film Festival.

Teyonah Parris has earned her star from playing the first major African-American character on the hit television series Mad Men. Since the conclusion of the show Teyonah has been working on a lot of social justice themed film with Chi-Raq being the latest. I am imagining that Teyonah will be the fashion plate at the films premiere at the Berlin International Film Festival as she has been getting quite a bit love from the fashion community. For this red carpet I would love to see Teyonah wearing this icy lilac Zuhair Murad Spring 2016 Couture strapless corseted ball gown. Teyonah is not afraid to wear big gowns but has not yet worn couture on the red carpet, and what better platform than a major film festival to don her first couture gown? Finish this look with a chic updo, a pair of dazzling diamond drop earrings, a silver clutch, and a pair of silver sandals and this look will be sexy and enchanting for Teyonah on the Berlin Film Festival red carpet.

Meryl Streep has been growing in her red carpet style over the past year but I am not so sure that Meryl will make many appearances on the red carpet during the Berlin International Film Festival. Meryl is the president of this years International jury and I am quite intrigued to see what she will be wearing when she does actually step out on the red carpet. I would love to see Meryl wearing this white sari inspired Elie Saab Spring 2016 Couture ensemble which featured and embroidered long sleeve button up blouse and ball skirt. I think that this would look beautiful on Meryl, even if she decided not to wear this scarf draped over her shoulder. I am hoping Meryl delivers on the Berlin International Film Festival red carpet and this would be a perfect look for her to wear.

2016 Berlin International Film Festival: Opening Ceremony & "Hail, Caesar!" Premiere Wish List

The Berlin International Film Festival will kick off on February 11, 2016 with a grand gala premiere of the latest Cohen Brothers film "Hail, Caesar!" Sure to be in attendance is the president of this years International Jury, Meryl Streep. A year ago I would have scoffed at Meryl being on a film festival jury as the fashion was bound to be bland and blah but towards the end of last year (and the emergence of a new stylist) Meryl started making more of an impact on the red carpet, so now I am intrigued to see what she is going to wear for the red carpets during the festival. I picked this navy blue Alexis Mabille Fall 2015 Couture long sleeve embroidered shirt dress ballgown for Meryl to wear for the Opening Ceremony and "Hail, Caesar!" premiere. I believe that this gown embodies Meryl's relaxed classic look but does so in a grand way. We did not get to see any of this collection on the red carpet during festival season in the Fall so I am hoping that Meryl gets her hands on it for Berlin. Finish the look off with simple styling including a pair of navy satin pumps, a chic updo, and a pair of diamond cluster earrings and Meryl will kick of the festival in style.

With such an all-star cast it is hard to know exactly who will be showing up for the "Hail, Caesar!" premiere but there are two female stars that I have high hopes for showing up looking glamorous. Scarlett Johansson steps out ever so infrequently for red carpets so I am really hoping that for this premiere that she brings her signature sex appeal to the red carpet. The last time we actually saw ScarJo on the red carpet was almost a year ago at the Academy Awards. I would die if Scarlett got her hands on this blue and black embroidered Atelier Versace Spring 2016 Couture strapless mermaid gown for this red carpet. This gown would bring sexy glamour to the red carpet, something that Scarlett is quite known for. I think that silhouette would hug her curves and the train would just add dramatic impact. Finish the look with a pair of black sandals, an edgy glam updo, red lip, and a pair of diamond drop earrings and this would be a look to remember for Scarlett on the Berlin red carpet.

The other star of the film that I am uber hopeful will show up is the stunning Tilda Swinton. Tilda is always one that I enjoy seeing on the red carpet as she has quite the unpredictable style. She could go high glamour or menswear inspired or something modern and edgy. I decided to go with a modern edgy glam look with this white Christian Dior Spring 2016 Couture asymmetrical scoop neck bell shaped gown. When I watched this runway show Tilda was the first woman that came to my mind when this gown took to the runway. I believe that it embodies a lot of what Tilda likes to bring to the red carpet: glamour, modernity, and edge. With such a sleek silhouette it really could be brought down by the wrong styling so I would keep it simple with a pair of metallic silver pumps, edgy pouf, diamond cluster earrings, and a pink lip. All this together would give Tilda a red carpet look that would rival some of her greats red carpet hits.

2015 Academy Awards: Best Supporting Actress Nominees Wish List

Emma Stone has been slaying Awards Season, albeit she has only attended the Golden Globe and SAG Awards despite nominations at other awards shows. I am sure that the "Birdman" star will step out for the Academy Awards next weekend. I am hoping that Emma gives us a beautiful feminine statement since her previous two awards show look mastered the menswear trend. Emma started the journey to the Oscars with this film at the Venice Film Festival wearing a stunning Valentino Couture gown and I am wishing for her to end the journey in a stunning Valentino Couture gown. When I was watching the Valentino Spring 2015 Couture collection walk the runway, via the livestream, I was actually looking for a dress for Keira Knightley, but then this stunning celestial embroidered  ballgown took to the runway my Oscars wishes immediately changed. This needs an Oscars moment and Emma is the only person that I can see wearing it and making it WERK like it owes her $10. This would fulfill my need for color and feminine glamour from Emma at the Oscars. Sleek hair, a red lip, and gold sandals would be the final finishing touches to ensure a perfect Oscar look for Emma.

After deciding to go with Valentino for Emma Stone I started to dig into the Chanel archives to find a gown for Keira Knightley to wear for the Oscars next Sunday night. Keira has not been a shining maternity style star like we all expected her to be this awards season, but she has SLOWLY getting better and better. I am still waiting for Keira to give me a show stopping moment this awards season. I think that this black and white Chanel Fall 2006 Couture gown would give that to Keira. It would hide her baby bump that she wants so much but still be a big statement. A chic up do, a pair of black pumps, simple Chanel Fine Jewelry earrings and a bold red lip will ensure that Keira is ready for the Academy Awards red carpet.

Having not been nominated at any of the other awards shows it was very shocking to hear Laura Dern's name called out when the 2015 Academy Awards nominations. Never one to really make the couture splash I think that this pretty Roberto Cavalli Pre-Fall 2015 black gown with gold embroidery would be a perfect gown for Laura to wear for the Oscars. Laura is not the likely to win, Patricia Arquette of "Boyhood" is,  so this is not something that should be out of her realm of possibilities. A pair of black sandals, a black and gold clutch and neutral makeup will finish this look off perfectly for Laura for the Oscars.

And finally for the nominees we have Meryl Streep, of course, whose role as the witch in "Into The Woods" earned her a nomination this year. I picked this eggplant Alberta Ferretti Pre-Fall 2015 faux wrap gown with three quarter length sleeves and a crystal hip embellishment for Meryl to wear. Since she has not been announced to present and is not likely to win then this gown might be a little much of a stretch but I think that the 65 year old actress would look elegant and beautiful on the Oscars red carpet. Why not take the chance to get dressed up and have some fun, of course with 18 previous Oscar nominations it might just be another day at the office for Meryl. Stunning diamond earrings & black pumps are my recommendations for finishing off this look for the Academy Awards.

2015 Screen Actors Guild Awards: Female Actor in a Supporting Role in a Movie Nominee Wish List

I was sad that Emma Stone skipped out on attending the Critics Choice Movie Awards last night. But since she is still doing her stint on Broadway in "Cabaret" I can understand, and will forgive her. She is bound to make an appearance at the 2015 Screen Actors Guild Awards next Sunday night where her supporting role in "Birdman," which I will be watching this evening, has earned her a nomination. I would love to see Emma in this J. Mendel Spring 2015 RTW crepe de chine one shoulder gown that features a one-shoulder neckline with fluid draped bodice in silk chiffon, and a skyscraper motif printed skirt in black, lime, and lemon with high front slit. I think that this gown is perfect for Emma's edgy yet glam personality. J. Mendel actually took to Instagram to congratulate Emma on her Academy Award nomination yesterday, so I am sure that we will see Emma in a design by the house sometime between now and the Vanity Fair Oscar After-Party. A pair of Jimmy Choo 'Thistle' sandals in black and lime, an Edie Parker white pearlescent clutch, and some Bulgari jewels including diamond, sapphire and peridot floral earrings, a vintage white porcelain, onyx and gold bracelet, and a Mediterranean peridot cocktail ring would be the perfect accessories that I would style with this gown to make it sing the most amazing red carpet song. Send Emma into hair and makeup to get a sleek slicked back hairstyle and a pink lip just to ensure that everything works well together.

After a rare misstep at the Golden Globe Awards, Keira Knightley was back in top form last night at the Critics Choice Movie Awards wearing Delpozo. I am praying to the fashion gods that her one misstep will be the only this awards season. For the Screen Actors Guild Awards I would really love to see Keira show off her burgeoning baby bump. This Valentino Fall 2011 Couture bias gown with a draped neck would be a perfect choice for Keira to make as it would just drape ever so elegantly over her bump but not completely conceal it. Crafted in the houses signature red color I think that this is a Valentino moment that needs to happen on the red carpet. Finish the look with gold pumps, a chic updo, and a red lip and Keira will for sure be on the best dressed list.

I have been pleasantly surprised by Meryl Streep as of late. Her red carpet dressing has been on a much higher level than what we are used to seeing her in. For the Screen Actors Guild Awards I would love to see her wear this Elie Saab Spring 2015 RTW ensemble that consists of a white double silk top with a black degrade effect at the top yoke and pointed collar and a white degrade double silk georgette skirt that features a white to black degrade effect and a front slit. While the slit would not be used to its advantage on Meryl would look absolutely amazing in this casual yet formal ensemble. A pair of black satin pumps, a black clutch, and some simple diamonds in her earrings will make absolutely amazing red carpet moment for Meryl at the SAG Awards.

Naomi Watts didn't really wow me during 2014 but at the Golden Globe Awards this past Sunday she blew me away in a custom canary yellow Gucci gown. I would love to see the actress, who is actually nominated at next Sundays SAG Awards, wear this silver Marchesa Spring 2015 RTW fully embroidered column gown with a deep scoop neckline, short sleeves, and beaded embroidery throughout creating a dynamic pattern and floral motif at the bodice. Naomi and Marchesa have a beautiful relationship and I am sure that at some point this awards season that the two will pair up for an amazing red carpet moment. Finish the look with a silver clutch, silver sandals, simple Bulgari diamond earrings, a vintage inspired hairstyle, and a bold red lip would make me fall in love with this look on Naomi at the Screen Actors Guild Awards.

I will be live tweeting the Screen Actors Guild Awards on Sunday January 25, 2015 . If you want to join the conversation I will be joining Kelly from Dream In Lace with a live Twitter commentary on what all the stars are wearing and who is winning the awards. So please join me (@FutureStylist93) and Kelly (@DreamInLace) at 6 PM EST for all kinds of fashion ID's and LOTS of snarky commentary.

2015 Critics Choice Awards Wish List Part 2

Jessica Chastain KILLED the red carpet at the Golden Globe Awards last night in a bronze Atelier Versace old Hollywood pleated gown and tonight in London is a premiere for her film "A Most Violent Year." I am hoping that all of her traveling will not leave the starlet fatigued come Thursday night and the Critics Choice Movie Awards. Jessica's nomination actually comes from "A Most Violent Year" for Best Supporting Actress. I am hoping that Jessica will keep up her amazing red carpet run by wearing this tonal blue bi-color J. Mendel Pre-Fall 2015 lace gown that features a deep v-neck, panels of tonal blue floral lace throughout and a floor length column skirt with a split at the front. This a structured gown which is not what Jessica tends to favor. She loves the old Hollywood silhouette and I think that this would look just as amazing on her as that does. Blue sandals and simple diamonds will ensure that this look makes Jessica shine.

There is a spectrum of designers that I am expecting to see Julianne Moore wear on her bath to the Academy Awards for the major awards shows. Last night at the Golden Globes she ticked the Givenchy Couture box topping my Best Dressed list. Tom Ford, Chanel, Alexander McQueen, and Dior are all other brands that I am sure we will see on the red headed actress. For Thursday nights Critics Choice Movie Awards I would love to see Julianne sneak into the Chanel archives and grab this blue Chanel Spring 2012 Couture gown. With now 4 awards and festival seasons past since this gown was presented I am shocked that we have not seen it. I think that Julianne would look amazing in it. The bold blue tones would look amazing against her peachy skin and vibrant hair. A pair of black sandals and a blue clutch would finish this look off perfectly for the Critics Choice Awards.

Marion Cotillard in Christian Dior is either love or hate for me anymore. I am hoping that Thursday night when she takes to the red carpet at the Critics Choice Movie Awards, where she is nominated for Best Actress for her foreign language film "Two Days, One Night," that she gives me an offering to DIE for. I think that this ivory Christian Dior Pre-Fall 2015 strapless tea length gown paired with, or without, the runways silver sequined sweater would make an amazing option. The styling would totally depend on her choice to wear the sweater or not. If she does I would not add a clutch and just a pair of silver Dior sandals, if she doesn't I would give Marion a gold Christian Dior clutch and Dior gold pumps. The hair also depends on the way she would wear the dress, if worn as presented her hair should be up in an edgy updo, if worn sans sweater I would wear her hair in a vintage inspired wavy bob. Either way I think that this would be a winning look for the Critics Choice Movie Awards.

 Meryl Streep actually shocked me wearing a Paule Ka caped gown last night and looking fantastic. I am hoping that despite the more casual air of the Critics Choice Movie Awards that Meryl keeps up her roll. Nominated for Best Supporting Actress thanks to her role as the witch in the movie musical "Into The Woods." While I am picking a couture gown for her to wear Thursday night this Valentino Fall 2014 Couture gown with its long sleeves and tribalish print is in form with the standard for the Critics Choice Awards red carpet. Finish the look with a black clutch and a pair of black simple pumps and Meryl will have another winning look on her hands,

Reese Witherspoon brought old Hollywood glam to the Golden Globe Awards red carpet last night ultimately ending up as one of my top 10 looks from the night in sparkling custom Calvin Klein. I am hoping that Reese will keep up this roll on Thursday at the Critics Choice Movie Awards where she is nominated for Best Actress for "Wild." I continue to want Reese to embrace color as she has been favoring black and neutrals over the last year. This Prabal Gurung Spring 2015 RTW halter cocktail dress with black, teal, white, an grey would be a beautiful choice. This is an awards show where Reese could get away with wearing a short dress, and Reese LOVES her short dresses, so I am expecting to see her show off her enviable legs. Finish this look off with a teal Edie Parker clutch, black Stuart Weitzman "Nudist" sandals, simple jewels, hair worn up, and a bright pink lip and Reese will give another amazing red carpet ensemble.

Me and Kelly from Dream In Lace had so much fun last night that we are going to do it all over again Thursday for the Critics Choice Movie Awards. Please join me (@FutureStylist93) and Kelly (@DreamInLace) at about 9 PM EST for all kinds of fashion ID's and LOTS of snarky commentary.

2015 Golden Globe Awards: Lorde, Meryl, Reese, & Rosamund Wish List

The eccentric Australian indie pop star Lorde is nominated for Best Original Song, Motion Picture for her hit song "Yellow Flicker Beat" from "The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1" at the Golden Globe Awards this coming Sunday. I am excited to see what the awkward red carpet star will wear for her big night amongst the film and television elite. Having established a relationship with Karl Lagerfeld and the House of Chanel, I could find no better option for her to wear than this grey Chanel Fall 2014 Couture tea length gown which features an embellished crop top that is embellished with crystals and cement beads. I think that this hard meets soft off the wall look would make for a perfect red carpet look for Lorde. I would pair the look with the runways concrete embellished flat sandals, her hair in its natural curly manner, and purple lipstick to make this a perfect look for the young singer for her first Movie/TV awards show.

What would awards season be without a nomination for the goddess Meryl Streep? This would definitely come as a shock, and thankfully we are not going to find out just yet. The iconic actress is nominated for Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture for her role as the witch in "Into The Woods." I recently saw this film and Meryl was absolutely fabulous but I do not believe that this role will give her the Globe but every actress in the category is absolutely amazing. For the event I would love to see Meryl wear this navy blue Carolina Herrera Pre-Fall 2015 floral bouquet silk faille off the shoulder ball gown with an overlapping fold-over detail at the neckline with a fitted bodice, long sleeves, and a full ball skirt with a vibrant floral print. I saw this gown in the lookbook and immediately put this gown on reserve for Meryl for awards season in my mind. Finish the look with a chic up do, red lip, gold sandals, and a red clutch to ensure that Meryl looks absolutely amazing on the Golden Globes red carpet this coming Sunday night.

"Wild" has earned Reese Witherspoon a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Actress in a Motion Picture, Drama and I really can not wait to see what she will wear on the red carpet come Sunday night. During her promo tour for this film, which included the Toronto International Film Festival and London Film Festival, Reese wore black almost exclusively. She also wore black and white to the unofficial awards season kick off, so I am hoping and praying for color at the Golden Globe Awards. This is why I picked this pale pink Antonio Berardi Spring 2015 RTW sleeveless silk organza gown that features a fully embroidered attached cape. This is a simple gown from the front but definitely has a dramatic back. A pair of light gold Jimmy Choo 'Vamp' platform sandals, a light pink Edie Parker 'Lara' clutch, some Van Cleef & Arpels Pierres de Caractère Precious Light earrings, and a vintage Van Cleef & Arpels gold and diamond chain link bracelet would be the perfect accessories to compliment this ensemble. Finish the look with an old Hollywood up-do, simple eye makeup, and a red lip so that it will be sure that Reese has the perfect red carpet moment.

Best Actress in a Motion Picture, Drama nominee for "Gone Girl" Rosamund Pike has always been a favorite on the red carpet and since she just gave birth a few short weeks ago it will be interesting to see what she will bring to the red carpet at the Golden Globe Awards this Sunday. At the Palm Springs Film Festival Awards Gala Rosamund wore a trapeze dress that did not show any of her post baby body. I am hoping that she shows it off come Sunday night. This light to dark red ombre Elie Saab Fall 2015 Couture chiffon gown with a deep v-neckline would be an AMAZING red carpet moment. I would imagine that with the right shapewear and corsetry that any lingering problem areas would be relatively hidden and all that would be left would be Rosamund looking like she is ready to take home a Globe. Accessorize the look with the matching Elie Saab runway clutch, a pair of red sandals, a pair of diamond chandelier earrings, and a diamond bracelet to ensure that the gown is allowed to sing. A red lip, simple bun, and her fabulous smile are the last perfect finishing touches to ensure that all eyes will be on her.

If you want to join the conversation I will be joining Kelly from Dream In Lace with a live Twitter commentary on what all the stars are wearing. So please join me (@FutureStylist93) and Kelly (@DreamInLace) at about 5 PM EST for all kinds of fashion ID's and LOTS of snarky commentary.

2014 Cannes Film Festival: 'The Homesman' and 'Le Meraviglie' Premieres Wish List

I was looking at premiere dates, as they were released just the other day, and 'The Homesman' and 'Le Meraviglie' are premiering on the same day. The first set of stars to take to the red carpet will be the cast of Tommy Lee Jones' 'The Homesman.' Hilary Swank is amongst the glamorous cast of the film and will return to the croisette for the first time since 2009. I am super excited to for Hilary to take to this red carpet because she is one of my favorites to see take to the red carpet. The moment I saw this black to silver embellished ombre gown on the Elie Saab Spring 2014 Couture runway livestream I yelled "HILARY SWANK NEEDS THIS GOWN,' and the Cannes Film Festival is the perfect red carpet to make this paring since she wasn't at the Academy Awards. A glamorous up do, a red lip, a black Edie Parker clutch, black Christian Louboutin sandals, and a dazzling pair of Chopard diamond earrings will just make this look even more perfect.

If Meryl Streep flies to Cannes it will be her first appearance at the festival in YEARS, and I mean like 15+ years. I either love or hate Meryl's red carpet style and I am hoping that if Meryl takes to the croisette that she will deliver a stunning red carpet moment. I think that this Valentino Spring 2014 Couture long sleeve lace gown is absolutely perfect for the 64 year old actress to wear on the red carpet. I do figure that if Meryl does take to this red carpet that she will wear a custom Lanvin creation, but this Valentino is what I would pick for her from the current stock of available runway gowns. This gown doesn't need many accessories but I would add a brown/bronze Edie Parker clutch, a pair of brown satin pumps dyed to match would make this a perfect look for the Cannes red carpet.

Model and Actress Monica Bellucci will be premiering her new film 'La Meraviglie' at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival. Most known for being a face of Dolce & Gabbana I am sure that the Italian model will select a gown from the brand. I think that this black silk and sequin Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2014 RTW strapless gown would be a beautiful option for Monica to make even though I am sure that she will wear a custom made creation. As long as it isn't a mermaid bustier or mermaid lace strapless gown I think I will be okay with it but I really hope that Dolce goes all out in their creation for this festival taking inspiration for a bespoke piece from the Fall 2014 RTW.

Like I have continuously said in my posts over the next few days I am really wanting to see Sofia Coppola expand her red carpet horizons over the course of the 2014 Cannes Film Festival. If the jury takes to the red carpet during this premiere I have picked this navy blue and black Ulyana Sergeenko Spring 2014 Couture draped tuxedo inspired gown for Sofia to wear. This is very much in her color comfort zone but is much more formal than almost every single one of her red carpet ensembles to date, but this is Cannes where everything is bigger and better. Like with most of her looks a black Louis Vuitton clutch and simple black sandals will put the finishing touches on a simple but beautiful ensemble for the Cannes Film Festival red carpet.

In 2013 Christian Dior was throwing clothing at stars of every caliber that were taking to big red carpets, which helped the brand land the Red Carpet Designer of the Year in 2013. I do not think that that momentum has slowed down any in 2014 with 23 looks already sitting in my best dressed folder. I think of all the jury members in Cannes this year that Jeon Do-Yeon is the one that is most likely to snag a Christian Dior creation for the red carpet. On Wednesday of last week Raf Simons showed the Christian Dior Resort 2014 collection at the Brooklyn Navy Yard and I think that this tie-dye inspired gown with a black skirt and white, pink, and red on the blouse is a pick that would look stunning on Jeon. A pink clutch, black sandals, a pink lip and a vintage inspired up-do would make this look perfect especially if topped off with some stunning Chopard diamonds.

2014 Academy Awards: Best Actress Nominee Wish List

ATTENTION LADIES AND GENTLEMEN! THE ACADEMY AWARDS ARE OFFICIALLY ALMOST UPON US! Next Sunday, March 2nd, the biggest names in Hollywood will glide down the red carpet and into the Dolby Theater in LA to award the greatest cinematic achievements in the past year. Today I am going to cover all of the red carpet darlings who are nominated for Best Actress. Up first we have Amy Adams who snagged a nomination for her work in 'American Hustle.' Over awards season we have seen Amy play with fashion giving us a bevy of glamorous looks that were mostly out of her normal comfort zone. One brand that I have yet to see Amy don for a red carpet recently is Giambattista Valli and I am hoping that she has been saving this brand for the 2014 Academy Awards. I think that this Giambattista Valli Spring 2014 Couture gown with a cream peplum bodice embellished with its blue floral detail and its rich blue skirt are the perfect way to show the world that she is nominated, she is a contender, and that she is beautiful. All I would add to this look are some simple silver Casadei pumps, a pair of simple sapphire and diamond cluster earrings, and a very simple diamond bracelet so that this dress and Amy's grace just shows through.

Going into the 2014 Academy Awards next Sunday night Cate Blanchett is already going to be a winner. No matter what she wears, or if she takes home a little gold man, Cate will most likely take the top spot on every Best Dressed list around the world. I am almost positive that Cate will take home the award for Best Actress for her work in 'Blue Jasmine' and I would love to see her doing so wearing this absolutely amazing Elie Saab Spring 2014 Couture gown. This off the shoulder cap sleeve gown with exaggerated hips and frilly floral embroidery would look so elegant on Cate with her peachy complexion. Not many women in Hollywood would be able to pull off this absolutely stunning gown but I do believe that Cate has the regal elegance about her to not only make it work but to make this gown her bitch. A simple pair of gold Sandals and a pair of gold tassel drop earrings will make sure that this look is 100% completed for Cate to wear on the red carpet at the Oscars.

There has not been ONE Meryl Streep look that I have liked this entire red carpet season. I am hoping that the Hollywood legend really brings it to the red carpet as she beat out Emma Thompson's performance in 'Saving Mr. Banks' to get here. I think that this deep green Zac Posen Fall 2014 RTW gown that features elegant draping and long sleeves would be the perfect option to redeem Meryl on the red carpet. This gown is sophisticated and age appropriate without being frumpy. Meryl should leave her sunglasses at home, carry a gold clutch, and slip into so gold Salvatore Ferragamo peep toe pumps to complete this stunning look for the actress nominated for her bajillionth Academy Award.

'Gravity' nominated star Sandra Bullock has also had a pretty good run this awards season and I am praying that it comes to a glamorous close next Sunday at the Academy Awards. I am betting that Sandy will turn to J. Mendel for her Oscar dress. The two have had a very good red carpet relationship with each other and I am really excited to see the two pair up again. This brilliant royal blue J. Mendel Fall 2014 RTW gown took to the runway in New York City during Fashion Week and I knew right then that I had found Sandy's gown. The simple silhouette with just a few details will make this an absolutely stunning red carpet moment. This simple gown calls for a big assortment of accessories. A blue and silver Edie Parker clutch, a pair of silver Jimmy Choo sandals, some statement diamond and sapphire drop earrings, a diamond bracelet, and a bold sapphire cocktail ring will give Sandy another amazing red carpet moment.

2014 Screen Actors Guild Awards: Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role in a Motion Picture Wish List

Taking a one day break before finishing the rest of the 2014 Golden Globe Awards wish list posts while the Hollywood Foreign Press Association releases its final waves of presenters throughout the day today we are starting to move onto the next major awards show the 2014 Screen Actors Guild Awards. Many say that the SAG Awards are a much more casual awards show but I think we are seeing a turn in most awards shows where no matter the case its go big or go home. I am going big by wishing that nominee Cate Blanchett wear this amazing floral embroidered Giambattista Valli Fall 2013 Couture gown for the SAG's. I honestly believe that Queen Cate is one of the few women in the world with the beauty, elegance, grace, and poise to pull off such a gown. I would of course have the gown lined to allow the 44 year old actress to not cause any controversy with her gown option. Simply add a pair of gold sandals, a sleek up do, neutral makeup and Cate will shock and awe all of the international fashion press by wearing this design.

Having seen 'Saving Mr. Banks' I can totally see where Emma Thompson's awards nominations are coming in, but there is such tight competition that I don't know if she will get to take home one of the green men. For this awards ceremony I think that this Georges Hobeika Spring 2014 RTW gown which features a high neckline with a modesty panel and embellished bodice and cap sleeves would look absolutely phenomenal on Emma. At 54 Emma still knows how to rock some sexy look but does so in such a sophisticated mature way that it would just leave all the others in the dust. I would add just a gold box clutch and a pair of black satin peep toe pumps to ensure a perfect look for the SAG Awards for Emma.

Meryl Streep is the only lady on this list who as of yet I can not comment on how amazing her movie was because I am not actually seeing it until later today. I am hoping that we continue to see the extremely fashionable Meryl Streep that has come into our lives for the past 2 years on and off. I think that this black draped Ralph Laureen Spring 2014 RTW gown with a faux draped cape sleeve is absolutely stunning and Meryl would look fantastic working this dress up and down the SAG Awards red carpet. I would just add the matching runway Ralph Lauren sandals and some stunning vintage diamond dazzlers from Fred Leighton to make sure that Meryl stands out in just basic black.

To me its a coin toss between Sandra Bullock and Cate Blanchett as to whom will take home the Best Actress trophy so I am hoping that both ladies will be on their top game, and I know Cate will. As for Sandy, she can have some trouble at times making all the elements of her looks fall together. I think that this recently presented Oscar de la Renta Pre-Fall 2014 gown which features a rich royal purple bodice and bow and a lilac purple draped satin skirt. I think that this is something that isn't normally something that Sandra would gravitate towards but I do think that this gown would look absolutely stunning on her. A pair of purple pointed toe satin pumps, no clutch, and jaw dropping diamonds in her ears and on her wrist would make this look hit the final high notes of an already operatic ensemble at the 2014 Screen Actors Guild Awards next Sunday.

2014 Golden Globe Awards: Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy Wish List

Amy Adams was absolutely fantastic in 'American Hustle,' and out of all the Nominees for Best Actress in a Motion Picture Musical or Comedy I do believe that she will take home the trophy. I love it when Amy takes to the red carpet and I can not wait to see what she has in store for the 2014 Golden Globe Awards next Sunday. The moment I saw this amazing green Oscar de la Renta Pre-Fall 2014 strapless floral print ball gown it just screamed Amy to me. Amy isn't one to wear a whole lot of print on the red carpet but I think that this gown would look absolutely stunning on the back of Amy. A brown Raowulf gemstone clutch, a pair of bronze Gucci sandals, as well as some amazing jewelry and Amy will look fab picking up her Best Actress trophy.

'Francis Ha' star Greta Gerwig has always stunned me when she has stepped out in Prabal Gurung's designs which is why I have chosen to make another wish for her to wear the brand. The first wish came from as Prabal Gurung Spring 2014 RTW collection for the Critics Choice Movie Awards and now we have a wish for Greta to wear this black, baby blue, and baby pink Prabal Gurung Pre-Fall 2014 color blocked gown for the 2014 Golden Globe Awards. Next Sunday we will see Greta walk the red carpet at the Beverly Hilton hotel in Beverly Hills, California. I am sure that no matter what she wears Greta will be the cause of some kind of conversation within fashion circles with whatever she decides to wear. Finish this look with the runway black and white Casadei for Prabal Gurung cap toe pumps and some simple jewels to keep the focus on the dress, no clutch because I figure Greta's hands will be in the gowns pockets most of the evening, and she will look fabulous.

Julia Louis-Dreyfus is a double nominee with a Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture Musical/Comedy for 'Enough Said' and Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series Musical or Comedy for 'Veep.' She may take home one of her two trophies and I think that this black Zac Posen Pre-Fall 2014 velvet embellished gown. This is a very slinky gown that Julia tends to favor and would look amazing wearing, A simple nod to the 1990's and the 1930's. A black clutch, a pair of black peep toe pumps, and some amazing diamond dazzlers will complete this look for Julia.

'August: Osage County' is the film that will be bringing Meryl Streep to Awards Season this coming year and quite possibly to the Academy Awards. The red carpet veteran gets it oh so right on the red carpet when she does but oh so wrong more often than not. The 64 year old actress is the most decorated Hollywood actress in history and does a fantastic job when performing in any film that she is given. For the 2014 Golden Globe Awards I have chosen to put Mrs Streep in this cranberry red Georges Hobeika Fall 2013 Couture gown which is very reminiscent of the 1960s. With its long sleeves and partly sheer blouse and sleeves this gown would look fantastic on Meryl. Pull her hair into a chic updo, a pink lip, a pair of matching Salvatore Ferragamo pumps, and a gold Salvatore Ferragamo clutch and Meryl will be ready to hit the red carpet with a red carpet hit.

2014 Critics Choice Movie Awards Wish List Part 3

My One to Watch in 2014 is and was Lupita Nyong'o snagged herself a Best Supporting Actress nomination for her film '12 Years a Slave.' For this event next year I would love to see Lupita snatch up this amazing black, purple, and blue J. Mendel Pre-Fall 2014 gown. This is a modern edgy gown that would look stunning against Lupita's rich dark complexion. As a woman who loves herself some purple makeup a purplely berry lipstick, a black box clutch, and a pair of blue sandals underneath her gown would make this the perfect look for Lupita for the Critics Choice Movie Awards.

Oprah Winfrey is nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her work in Lee Daniels' 'The Butler.' The billionairess and former talk show host has made her return to the big screen in her first big role since 'The Color Purple.' While on the promo tour for 'The Butler' Oprah wore quite a bit of Escada and Theia and looked absolutely elegant in everything that she wore and I am hoping that it continues through awards season. That is why I have picked this deep purples Zac Posen Pre-Fall 2014 portrait neck cocktail dress. This is one of the few awards shows where it is acceptable to rock a cocktail length ensemble and as Oprah tends to favor these type of looks I think that this is the perfect dress for her to wear. A black box clutch, a pair of black Christian Louboutin pumps, and some amazing diamonds in her ears and around her wrist from her own collection will make this the perfect look for the Critics Choice Movie Awards.

Triple nominee for Best Actress and Best Actress in an Action Movie for 'Gravity' and Best Actress in a Comedy for 'The Heat' Sandra Bullock will start her road the the Academy Awards at the Critics Choice Movie Awards on January 16th 2014. For this event I have chosen to put Sandy in this rust red J. Mendel Spring 2014 RTW gown. The moment I saw this gown take to the runway in NYC in September I have been praying that Sandra will pick it up for a premiere or awards show. Well since the premieres are long past I am praying that we will see her snatch it up for this event during Awards Season. Finish the look with a gold Kotur clutch, a pair of simple Jimmy Choo sandals in gold, and top it all off with some vintage yellow gold set Bulgari jewelry for the perfect awards show look,

Her voice has garnered Scarlett Johansson a nomination for Best Supporting Actress fer her role as the Siri type voice in the film 'Her.' Because it doesn't seem like Scarlett will receive any more nominations for this film this awards season. With that said, I am hoping to see Scarlett bring it to this event as a nominee. The best way to do this for me is to wear this amazing black and white Naeem Khan Spring 2014 RTW floral embellished strapless gown. This is just a perfect old Hollywood moment waiting to happen. Finish the look with some dazzling drop earrings, a pair of black Christian Louboutin sandals, her hair worn in Veronica Lake waves over one shoulder, and a red lip to ensure that Scarlett will shine on the red carpet at the 2014 Critics Choice Movie awards next month.

Sophie Nelisse is nominated for Best Young Actor/Actress for her character Leisel in 'The Book Thief.' Having worn an orange Stella McCartney dress to the Hollywood Film Awards and looking chic and sophisticated as well as age appropriate for a 13 year old girl I am hoping to see her wear something a little more youthful and fun for her first televised awards show. This multi colored lace Monique Lhuillier Pre-Fall 2014 gown is young and elegant and fun all at the same time which makes for a perfect look for a 13 year old actress to wear for a Hollywood red carpet event. I would finish the look with the purple pointed toe Monique Lhuillier pumps that the gown is styled with on the runway, a purple clutch, and some simple borrowed diamonds will ensure that Sophie has a big night for the 2014 Critics Choice Movie Awards.