2016 AFI Awards Red Carpet Wish List Part 2

The possibility of seeing January Jones at the 2016 AFI Awards on January 8, 2016 is quite good because Mad Men, which aired it's last episode in 2015, is going to be honored with a special AFI Award. When she first came onto the red carpet scene at the start of Mad Men, January was one of the stars to watch but she ended up faltering but at the end she seemed to be doing the right red carpet tricks to gain my eye again. I am excited to see what January will bring to the red carpet and I think that this chic Peter Pilotto Spring 2016 RTW off-the shoulder printed cocktail ensemble is perfect for this more laid back type of a red carpet. This is such a flirty, summery style that eyes would undoubtedly move over to January as the cast takes one last photo together. I would finish this look with Veronica Lake waves, a pink lip, and a pair of fun gold and blue dotted Charlotte Olympia sandals so that January adds another unexpected pop to this look for the red carpet.

After so elegantly promoting The Martian last year, her black Elie Saab Couture gown almost made my Best Dressed of the Year list, I am hoping that Jessica Chastain will be on hand at the AFI Awards next Friday. Jessica had a really elegant year last year and I am always intrigued at what she is going to show up on the red carpet wearing. For this event I would love to see Jessica wearing this saffron yellow Oscar de la Renta Spring 2016 RTW jewel neck gathered waist lace dress. This is such a lady like ensemble and it is very daring for a red head to wear yellow on the red carpet, but if anyone would be able to make it work it would be Jessica. The color combo is such a major statement that I would just finish this look off with a pair of gold Charlotte Olympia 'Monroe' leather pumps, old Hollywood waves, and a red lip to ensure that Jessica kills the AFI Awards red carpet.

I think the person I am most excited to see at the AFI Awards is former Mad Men star and rising fashion star Kiernan Shipka. I have never had a 16 year old almost make my best dressed of the year list but Kiernan came really close with the Dior Couture ensemble that she wore to the Emmy's. I have been loving seeing Kiernan continue to give us stunning look after stunning look. For this red carpet I would love to see Kiernan show up wearing this Gucci Pre-Fall 2016 lace shift dress which features a peter pan collar, black ribbon bow, and lace ruffles on the blouse. This is a look that I think only a couple of stars could end up pulling off and Kiernan is at the top of the list of those that I think that can. Finished simply with a pair of nude fine glitter fabric Jimmy Choo 'Lorelai' pumps with champagne flower embellishments to keep the pretty air of this look going.

It has really been a hot minute since Kirsten Dunst has given me a real wow moment on the red carpet. While the AFI Awards, where Kirsten's show Fargo is being honored, is not where I am expecting her to wow me it is the place to help get me excited about things to come. This Zac Posen Pre-Fall 2016 liberty floral printed handkerchief dress is exactly what I would love to see Kirsten wearing to help get me excited about all of the red carpet appearances that she will be making over awards season. This dress is one of the few from this collection that I actually liked and I am hoping that whomever gets their hands on it does it justice, and I definitely think that Kirsten could. I would love to see this dress paired with a pair of black and gold Tabitha Simmons sandals, a pink lip, and a curly bob to add the perfect final touches.

While I am holding out hope that awards season will not be an all black and white affair for Rooney Mara I also know that this is a very slim chance. For the AFI Awards, where Rooney will most likely be on hand to represent her film Carol, I picked this simple black Jason Wu Pre-Fall 2016 cocktail dress. I think what immediately made me think of Rooney when it came to this dress was that the model is doing one of Rooney's signature poses. While I believe that this dress should be lined for Rooney as I think that most all of the elegance is the top her must have list for the red carpet. I would only add a pair of black suede Nicholas Kirkwood 'Maeva' pearl embellished pumps to ensure that elegance is key in this look for Rooney.

And finally I have my wish for Empire starlet Taraji P. Henson. As I have previously stated I am hoping that 2016 brings a time where Taraji learns that she doesn't have to have a lot of skin showing to have a sultry, sexy look on the red carpet. For the AFI Awards, where it's more ladies who lunch than sex kitten, I picked this Jonathan Simkhai Pre-Fall 2016 asymmetric constellation dress which is rendered in white, navy, and black. I think that this type of look is exactly what Taraji needs to have a chic look that still delviers a hint of sexy. The sexy would be further upped by the addition of a pair of black Tom Ford leather sandals with a gold padlock.

2015 Hamptons International Film Festival Red Carpet Wish List Part 1

The Hampton's International Film Festival kicks off today and unlike most years it seems like many stars will be flocking to Long Island's famous resort town to promote their films. Cate Blanchett is one of the women expected to make her way to East Hampton to promote her latest film "Truth" at the Opening and the centerpiece gala of the festival is for her film "Carol." I only picked one look for Cate based on time constraints but I think that this Marc Jacobs Spring 2016 RTW ensemble with its red button down blouse and black trousers is a perfect look for this festival. The HIFF is known for being a more laid back festival so this ensemble would work for either of Cate's premieres. I love how this gives off a glamorous take on 1930's/40's women's work wear, and I love Cate in a vintage inspired moment. Finish the look off with Louboutin pump, Veronica Lake waves, & a red lip to ensure that Cate is oh so effortlessly glamorous.

I have doubts that Diane Kruger will journey to the Hampton's for the festivals premiere of her film "Disorder" since it is not one of the Gala or main slate films. If Diane does decide to jet out for the premiere, because why not?, I would love to see her wearing this black Christopher Kane Spring 2015 RTW slip dress which features a multicolored abstract print at the neckline, and a sexy split. This would be one off the sexier looks Diane would wear this year and I think she would rock the hell out of this simple 90's inspired dress. I would finish it off with the runways electric blue sandals, soft waves, and a red lip to ensure Diane is on fleek.

Emily Blunt may not have a film premiering at the HIFF she will be attending an "In Conversation" talk on Sunday. I would love to see Emily wear this soft white Peter Pilotto Spring 2015 RTW dress detailed with navy blue embroidery. I think that this is a perfect middle of the day look for Emily to rock for this type of an event. This dress will look good for the pre/post standing pictures as well as look good while she is sitting being interviewed. Finish the look with a pair of gold pumps and a soft pink lip and Emily will be sure to have a perfect look on her hands.

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2015 Peoples Choice Awards Wish List Part 2

Jennifer Lopez, nominated for Favorite Pop Artist, at next weeks Peoples Choice Awards is always one that I look forward to seeing on the red carpet. The stunning Latina works the red carpet like the true diva that she is. I pray that she brings her sparking personality to the PCA red carpet. I picked this silver all over embellished Zuhair Murad Fall 2014 Couture long sleeve silver cocktail dress with an asymetrical hem for the pop star because from the moment that I first saw the dress take to the runway back in July I have wanted to see star in it. Styled simply with a silver box clutch and a pair of silver Christian Louboutin sandals and a red lip I think we would have a more than stunning red carpet moment for Jenny from the Block.

"Scandal" star Kerry Washington has earned herself a nomination for Peoples Choice Favorite Dramatic TV Actress and she is another that I can not wait to see take to the red carpet. I love that Kerry takes fashion risks while owning absolutely everything that she puts on her body. For the Peoples Choice Awards I picked this acid yellow Peter Pilotto Spring 2015 RTW paisley cocktail dress that has sheer embroidered polyester construction with an a-line mini skirt, a high round neck, and paisley embellishments at the front. As the dress is such a bold statement I would keep the stunning minimal with just a simple pair of yellow Stuart Weitzman 'Nudist' sandals and a simple gold box clutch would finish this look off in a way that would only enhance the stunning dress. Hair pulled back into a tight bun and a nude lip would finish this look off perfectly for the PCA's.

'Neighbors' LA Premiere Wish List

Coming up tomorrow is the big LA premiere of 'Neighbors.' While most are excited to see the sexy Zac Efron, and don't think I am not, I am actually really excited to see what Rose Byrne will step out of her limo wearing. When I was shopping the runways for the dress that I would put Rose in this very colorful Peter Pilotto Fall 2014 RTW halter printed pencil dress caught my eye. Rose has a toned figure that should be shown off and this dress is eye catching and show stopping. I would keep things simple by adding just a pair of red pumps and a neutral palette of makeup to ensure that all eyes are on Rose and the look isn't over done, keeping all of the focus on the dress.

Zhang Ziyi to wear the Resort 2014 Collections

 Zhang Ziyi has been one of my favorite non mainstream red carpet stars especially after her successful run at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival wearing couture almost exclusively but the stunning Chinese actress doesn't discriminate against Resort or Ready to Wear collections for her red carpet ensembles either. This white Chanel Resort 2014 gown with an embellished shoulder piece would look amazing on Zhang who really knows how to take the complicated looks and make them look effortless and chic. This has to be one of the best Chanel gowns that was featured in this collection but it will definitely bot be chosen by a mainstream star as like I said it is a complicated look.

 A more casual look for Zhang to pull for maybe a photocall or other more casual appearance would be this amazing leaf print Peter Pilotto Resort 2014 dress. This dress is a sexy yet sophisticated look that would be absolutely divine on Zhang. I would pair this dress with the same yellow Christian Louboutin pointy toe pumps that Zhang wore with her Giambattista Valli dress at the 'Un Certain Regard' jury photocall during the 2013 Cannes Film Festival. In fact this Peter Pilotto dress seems like a bit of a commercial version of that garden inspired couture dress (pictured left.)

Last but not least we have this absolutely amazing Zac Posen Resort 2014 ball gown. The Zac Posen Resort 2014 collection was a glamorous 30s inspired glamour collection and that this amazing ball gown is another one of those looks that not many would gravitate toward and I think Zhang Ziyi is one of the few women in the entire world that could take this avant garde gown and make it work on a red carpet and make me love it! I hope you have enjoyed my insight into the Resort 2014 collections, there are even more amazing ensembles that I am sure will be making it onto wish lists for fall Awards Shows and Film Festivals so keep on the look out!

Miranda Kerr to wear the Resort 2014 Collections

Miranda Kerr had the Best Street Style Award in lock last year with several amazing sidewalk style looks this year it seems the stunning Victoria's Secret model has a little competition from Olivia Palermo, Beyonce, and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and I have a feeling that it will be a close race to the bitter end. Today I'm going to bring you a few looks that would help boot Miranda up on the Best Street Style list. This blue floral A.L.C. Resort 2014 would be an absolutely amazing pick for Miranda for when she just steps out of her New York City apartment to run some errands like grocery shopping and taking her adorable son Flynn out on a play date. Not one to usually forgo a pair of stilettos I would actually have Miranda wear a pair of black sandals and carry a blue 3.1 Phillip Lim 'Pashli' tote and a pair of oversized sunglasses would complete this amazing look.

In the Resort 2014 collections Marchesa released a contemporary diffusion line named Marchesa Voyage which is designed with the same woman in mind that purchases the luxe evening wear from the main label as well as the Notte by Marchesa (the lower priced evening wear line) at a much more affordable cost to them. Having worn a stunning Marchesa dress at the 2011 Met Gala as a guest of the brand I would say that she is one of the women that they had in mind as a client for this collection especially after seeing this amazing Marchesa Voyage Resort 2014 zipper embellished dress. I could see Miranda wear with a white blazer a pair of white pointy toe Manolo Blahnik pumps and a blue and black Jason Wu 'Jourdan' satchel making the perfect look for running around the city from meeting to meeting as she runs her empire.

In an appearance on 'Good Morning America' earlier this year Miranda Kerr donned a stunning Mary Katrantzou printed pencil dress and looked absolutely perfect for her interview. For that dress Miranda actually did not pick the original runway look as it was extremely covered up and over the top but waited for the commercial version of the dress to come out. This is the very first Resort collection from Mary Katrantzou which shows her much more commercial side. This look presented on her normal Fall or Spring runway would have most likely been completely embellished but this look is just printed silk and would look amazing on Miranda as she runs around New York City promoting herself and Victoria's Secret. In fact I would actually add the same orange Alexander McQueen 'Heroine' handbag and blue pumps that she is pictured wearing in the picture on the left to complete a perfect look for promoting herself.

Last but not least we have another favorite look from all the Resort 2014 collections, this one courtosey of Peter Pilotto. Why is this one of my favorites? Well I love the mix of structure, draping, and color blocking as well as the designers rare departure from mixed media prints. This is another great look for Miranda to wear as she runs around the city from business meeting to business meeting. This is a very professional look which Miranda pulls off like anything else that she wears. A pair of white pointy toe Manolo Blahnik pumps and a blue Prada 'Pyramid Accordion'  frame bag would be the perfect finishing touches to this amazing look.

2012 Gotham Independent Film Awards Wish List Part One

Amy Adams is a member of the cast of 'The Master' which is nominated for best feature at the 2012 Gotham Independent Film Awards which are set to take place in New York City on the 26th. This is the first award show that kicks of the race to the 2013 Academy Awards. I would love to see the star shine wearing this amazing canary yellow Marchesa Spring 2013 RTW jacquard dress. This dress was not shown on the runway back during New York Fashion Week in September but was shown with the rest of the collection that was made available on fashions newest hottest shopping site, Moda Operandi, which pre-sells the latest designer collections. Pair this look with a pair of gold sandals and a gold clutch with Veronica Lake wave hairstyle.

 Aubrey Plaza is in the film 'Safety Not Guaranteed' which is nominated for Best Ensemble Cast. I have chosen to have Aubrey wear this amazing red Giambattista Valli Spring 2013 RTW dress. This has to be one of my favorite looks from this collection so I am hoping that it does get a red carpet moment as well as that whoever does wear this dress does it justice. I think that his dress would look amazing on Aubrey who usually does look amazing on the red carpet (reference picture look aside). I think that if she wore this look with black and silver strappy Jimmy Choo sandals, a red clutch, and a wavy faux bob and she will look absolutely amazing,

Emily Blunt is part of the cast of 'Your Sisters Sister' which is nominated for the Best Ensemble Cast Award at the 2012 Gotham Independent Film Awards. I haven't been wowed by Emily on the red carpet in a while and I think that for this event that if she wore this amazing printed Peter Pilotto Spring 2013 RTW dress with a halter neck and a peplum hem. I think that this dress is a statement and would look amazing on Emily with her awesome body. Pair this with a simple pair of black satin peep toe Christian Louboutin pumps and a simple red patent leather clutch to complete this look.

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2012 Toronto Film Festival: Premiere Wish List Part One

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

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

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

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

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

Random Wish List: Keira Knightley

 Keira needs some help on the red carpet because she is either always in neutrals or wearing horrendous accessories (i.e. the black pumps with the cream Chanel Fall 2010 Couture dress pictured above.) So here are a few looks for her to try.  The first look is a black with hot pink and silver accents Chanel gown from the Fall Winter 2011 Couture collection, I have paired this look with a hot pink Chanel shell clutch, black sheer crystal encrusted Casadei pumps, and Chanel jewelry to complete the look. Look number two for Keria is also a Chanel ensemble but this gown comes from the Resort 2012 Collection. I know That it may seem hypocritical that I said she is wearing to much neutral then pick this cream gown but this gown has visual interest. I would pair this gown with a gold Chanel clutch and nude with gold studs Valentino sandals. Looks 3 & 4 are a stretch because they are not only bold color choices they are not either of Keiras favorite brands Chanel and Valentino whom she very rarely strays from. Look 3 is a stunningly dramatic bold gown from the Naeem Khan Pre-Fall 2011 collection, to accessorize this look I paired it with a black satin bow accented Chanel clutch, black Casadei peep toe pumps and Chanel Jewelry. The final look come from the Peter Pilotto Resort 2012 collection. This is a very bright ensemble and is a huge stretch for the woman who favors lots of dark and neutral colors. This look would be perfect for a photocall which is why I have just paired this look with aqua Brian Atwood peep toe pumps.