2013 CFDA Awards Wish List Part 3

 We haven't seen much of Leighton Meester since her hit show 'Gossip Girl' ended in December but I am hopeful that she will make a red carpet return at this years CFDA Awards. Leighton is the face of Vera Wang's 'Lovestruck' fragrance and this year the glam designer will be receiving the Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award so it surprise me if Leighton isn't their to support Vera. I would love to see Leighton take to the red carpet wearing this black and white jacquard print cocktail dress from the Vera Wang Fall 2013 RTW collection. Leighton is usually known for amazing interesting taste in footwear so I am expecting some amazing Jimmy Choo or Brian Atwood dazzler and some amazing Harry Winston sparklers to complete this amazing red carpet ensemble.

 I have a hate/love relationship with Rita Ora on the red carpet sometimes she looks absolutely fantastic and others its a complete disaster doesn't seem like there is any middle ground. As Rita knows Alexander Wang well it would not surprise me if Rita attends as his guest as she knows how to do downtown glam and could pull off with great aplomb the dressy dressed down looks from Alexander Wang. For the CFDA Awards I would love to see Rita wear this white halter top and pants from the Alexander Wang Fall 2013 RTW collection. Complete this ensemble with her signature red lip and a pair of silver sandals and Rita will be a great ambassador for the Women's Wear Designer of the Year nominee on the red carpet.

And Finally to round out the 2013 CFDA Awards wish lists we have Stacy Keibler. Since she stepped out on the red carpet scene on the arm of George Clooney in the Fall of 2011 Stacy has been showing all of Hollywood that she is one to watch on the red carpet appearing in amazing gowns from the likes of Naeem Khan, Marchesa, and Armani Prive. But for this years CFDA Awards I would love to see Stacy support Accessories Designer of the Year nominee Phillip Lim by wearing this midnight blue 3.1 Phillip Lim Fall 2013 RTW velvet double breasted suit. I would want Stacy to ooze sex appeal wearing this menswear inspired ensemble so I would recommend that she go topless under the blazer highlighting her decolletage with a diamond and sapphire statement necklace from Van Cleef & Arpels, a pair of Casadei black patent leather t-strap 'Blade' pumps, and a cocktail ring would complete this absolutely amazing androgynous ensemble.

2013 Academy Awards: Guests Wish List

The looming possibility of seeing Berenice Bejo redeem her Oscars red carpet misstep last year at this years awards show has me extremely excited. The French actress is married to last years Best Director winner Michel Hazanavicius who will be on hand tonight as a presenter. I think that this stunning brown embellished Elie Saab Fall 2011 Couture gown would be perfect for Berenice who really came into her own on the red carpet as the Mistress of Ceremonies at the 2012 Cannes Film Festival and I would love to see a dramatic return to the American red carpet in this gown. Finish with a bronze clutch, bronze sandals, and some simple Chopard diamonds and Berenice will do exactly what I am hoping she will.

Jennifer Garner has been along for the ride with her husband Ben Affleck, who was surprisingly snubbed for a Best Director nomination, all awards season. She is definitely on her way to winning Best Plus One due to her amazing efforts this year so far. For tonight's awards show I think that selecting this navy blue Zac Posen Spring 2013 RTW gown would be the best choice for the actress who is attending as a supporter but also as a presenter for the event. A silver and black patterned Leiber clutch, black sandals, and a pair of statement earrings would make this look sing simple and elegant ensemble.

Norah Jones has a song nominated for Best Original Song and she is going to be on hand tonight to perform the song. For the red carpet I think that this black velvet Tadashi Shoji Fall 2013 RTW gown with a loose top. I think that this 30's inspired gown would look stunning on Norah. A small pair of gold earrings, a drop pendant gold necklace, a pair of black pumps, and Norah's signature hairstyle keep this look simple yet dramatic.

Scarlett Johanson is a performer of a song that is nominated and while she has not been announced as a performer I do not see why she wouldn't be on hand tonight. As a face of Dolce & Gabbana I am actually getting tired of her wearing the standard lace gowns that they seem to push out without a thought. For the red carpet of this event I would love to see ScarJo wear this stunning beaded gold strapless Elie Saab Spring 2013 Couture gown. A few years ago Scarlett wore a gold Elie Saab gown for an awards show but I thin that this gown would just shine like no other. Finish the look with a gold metallic clutch, gold sandals, and some amazing diamond jewels will make this a look that I will fall out of my chair over.

Stacy Keibler will be playing the arm candy roll yet again tonight I am sure as the plus one of George Clooney. George is nominated as one of the producers of 'Argo' which is the film that is the favorite to take home the Best Picture award tonight. I think that as a plus one this raspberry beaded Elie Saab Spring 2013 RTW gown would be the most amazing option for Stacy to pick. Since she has started working with Brad Goreski as her stylist she has has quite a few stunning red carpet moments and I am hoping to see another tonight. Finish this look with a pair of silver sandals and stunning statement earrings and a cuff bracelet and Stacy will sparkle like no other.

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2013 Screen Actors Guild Awards Wish List: Presenters Part 1

Amanda Seyfried has not yet been announced as a presenter (most of the stars haven't!) but as she is part of the cast of 'Les Miserables' which is nominated for Best Ensemble Cast for the film I believe it is a safe bet to say that she will be there. I would like to see her wear this pale pink Valentino Spring 2013 RTW gown. I think that this gown is truly in Amanda's style and she is one of the few that could pull this off. Hair pulled back into a bun, and gold accessories would keep this from going into washed out nude blob territory.

Kerry Washington is going to be one of the presenters tomorrow night at the SAG Awards and I am always looking forward to seeing what Kerry brings to the red carpet as she is very unpredictable. As a presenter I would love to see her wear this raspberry Zuhair Murad Spring 2013 RTW peplum gown. It is simple but on Kerry it would give ultimate impact. She should finish this off with a statement necklace, gold box clutch, and gold peep toe pumps to help give it that Kerry flair.

At last year's SAG Awards Rose Byrne took to the red carpet in a daring white Elie Saab Couture embellished jumpsuit which really was her 'I Have Arrived' moment. For this years SAG Awards I would love to see her wear this light pink and black Chanel Fall 2012 Couture ankle length dress. She proved at the Academy Awards last year that she is one of the few that can pull off this length and not look a like the dress is too short. Pair this dress with a black clutch, black sandals, and minimal jewelry and she has another winning look.

Stacy Keibler will do doubt be on George Clooney's arm as they enter the 2013 SAG Awards. Of all of George's girlfriends Stacy has been my favorite to watch while they are still together. For this event I would love to see her wear this ivory embellished Romona Kevesa Spring 2013 RTW gown. I think that this is perfect for someone who is attending as the guest of someone with such a high profile. Finish the look with a silver Edie Parker clutch, silver sandals, and some vintage inspired diamond jewelery and she is set to wow me.

At last years Screen Actors Guild Awards Viola Davis took home the Best Actress award and will be on hand this year as a presenter. I would love to see Viola wear this art deco Egyptian inspired Badgley Mischka Pre-Fall 2013 gown. Viola tends to favor very simple gowns with little to no embellishments and I think that this is just a little outside her sparkle comfort zone but would look stunning on her. Add a black and gold Judith Leiber crystal embellished clutch, black pumps, and simple gold jewelry and she will be radiant.

2013 Producers Guild Awards Wish List

Anne Hathaway has been the one making the awards season circuit so far as the ambassador for her film 'Les Miserables' which is going to be honored at the Producers Guild Awards. For this award show I would love to see Anne wear this stunning burnt orange Zac Posen Spring 2013 RTW dress. At the end of 2012 Anne wore a lot of edgy looks but since the start of awards season she has been giving 90's simplicity on the red carpet and I am begging for some amazing drama from her again. Finish this stunning dress off with a gold Judith Leiber clutch and some strappy Jimmy Choo gladiator sandals and she will start wowing me yet again.

Jennifer Lawrence has not had the best of luck with the Christian Dior brand ambassador title as she isn't able to rock the looks like others had. I have decided to try giving the brand another shot. I think that this navy blue and magenta peplum top paired with black cigarette pants from the Christian Dior Fall 2012 Couture collection would be a great choice for the young star. Pull her hair into a ponytail, no clutch, simple earrings, and some black pumps to keep this look all about the top might just get me to change my mind about her as a Dior spokesmodel.

Jessica Chastain would look lovely wearing this black and red plaid chiffon Gucci Pre-Fall 2013 gown. As the lead star in the promotion and publicity of 'Zero Dark Thirty' I believe that we will see her at the Producers Guild Awards. For this events celebrities tend to favor cocktail dresses or simple gowns and I usually like Jessica more in a gown so that is why I have chosen this Gucci gown. Finish this look with a gold and black Alexander McQueen clutch and some black strappy sandals and she will look amazing with some Veronica Lake wave hair.

Stacy Keibler is the girlfriend and arm candy of nominee George Clooney who was one of the producers on the film 'Argo.' I think that she will undoubtedly bring the glamor to the event as she is the arm candy of a nominee. I think that she would look amazing in this silver art deco inspired Naeem Khan Pre-Fall 2013 gown. I love this gown and think that with Stacy's natural tan she would sparkle like a diamond. Finish off the look with a silver Edie Parker clutch, some silver Jimmy Choo sandals, and some simple vintage jewels and she will shine brighter than she ever has.

2013 Golden Globe Awards: Everyone Else Wish List Part 1

Jennifer Garner is the wife of Best Director Nominee Ben Affleck and has been on his arm throughout the promo tour of the film that he is nominated for, Argo. Jennifer is going to be one of the presenters at the award show, because of her ties to Ben it really doesn't surprise me. I had fallen out of love with Jennifer on the red carpet as she always seemed to not wow me but as of lately while premiering 'Argo' she has been wowing me constantly. For the 2013 Golden Globe awards I would like to see her wear this glamorous black and white Oscar de la Renta Resort 2013 gown. I have been surprised that this gown has not been worn and I think that Jennifer would look amazing wearing this gown. Pair this gown with a black and white Edie Parker clutch, a pair of black and silver Christian Louboutin peep toe pumps, as well as some amazing diamond earrings and bracelets and she will look amazing playing the role of arm candy.

Jessica Alba was one of the lovely ladies who helped announce the nominees for this year's Golden Globe Awards. Because of this I believe that she will be on hand to present one of the awards this year. Back in September Jessica attended the Ralph Lauren Spring 2013 RTW fashion show during New York Fashion Week with her stylist Brad Goreski. She has yet to wear a look from the collection and as soon as I saw this stunning red beaded gown I have been calling it for the striking star. Finish this look with a red clutch, gold strappy sandals and she is going to stun the world.

The recipient of this year's Cecil B. Demile Award is Jodie Foster and she has become very predictable on the red carpet. At least year's Golden Globe Awards Jodie wore the Giorgio Armani gown that I had actually wished for her to wear for the event. As this year she is more than a presenter and is actually an honored guest I am asking Jodie to wear couture. I think that this midnight blue Armani Prive Fall 2012 Couture gown is perfect for Jodie. It is a simple velvet gown and can be dressed up. Pair this look with a silver Judith Leiber clutch, embellished black peep toe pumps, and some really dazzling diamonds and Jodie will no doubt look stunning on the red carpet.

Kristen Stewart has been one of those actresses that has started to grow on the red carpet. In the end of 2012 Kristen wore a lot of looks that were sheer enough to bare her legs and a few times pulled off these risque looks but most of the time she failed. I think that this paint splatter print J. Mendel Pre-Fall 2013 gown is totally the perfect mix of glamour, from the style of the gown, and grunge, from the print, to make up a perfect gown for Kirsten. I think that she would look amazing. Kirsten was on hand to announce that Jodie Foster is going to be the winner of the Cecil B. Demile Award because she work with Jodie when she was just a young girl. Pair this gown with very simple accessories including a black clutch, a pair of black peep toe pumps,

Megan Fox was also on hand in December to announce the Golden Globe nominations with Jessica Alba. The star still exudes sex appeal but she has toned down the overtly sexy looks on the red carpet. This is why I have chosen to put Megan in this navy blue Monique Lhuillier Pre-Fall 2013 gown. I think that this gown would look amazing on Megan. Pair it with a silver clutch from Edie Parker, a pair of black peep toe pumps, a pair of dazzling drop earrings, and a cuff bracelet and she is set to wow on the red carpet.

Stacy Keibler is the arm candy of George Clooney who is indirectly nominated as he is one of the producers of Ben Affleck's film 'Argo.' It is because of this that I am expecting to see Stacy walk the red carpet. I have seen Stacy grow from wearing gowns that she had to buy off the rack to wearing gowns as they come off the runway. I would love to see Stacy wear this fuchsia pink Marchesa Spring 2013 RTW gown. This was not one of the gowns that was presented on the runway in September but part of the collection that was pre-sold from ModaOperandi.com. I think that this is a perfect look for Stacy as she has really started to capture my attention since her hot of the runway Marchesa gown at last years Oscars. Gold accessories including a gold clutch and gold peep toe pumps as well as George Clooney finish this possible award winning look.

For Taylor Swift, who is part of the team nominated for Best Song for her song 'Safe and Sound' from the hit film 'The Hunger Games,' I have decided to dig into the Elie Saab archives to one of my favorite collections and one of my favorite dresses. Taylor has been known to dig into Elie's couture archives for her red carpet appearances. I think that this white Elie Saab Spring 2008 Couture gown is stunning for Taylor. She has been taking a sophisticated route to dressing lately and I think that she would look amazing in this. Pair this stunning gown with a silver Edie Parker clutch, silver Christan Louboutin sandals, and some amazing Chopard diamonds to complete this amazing look for her. I may just die if she were to wear this gown.

Best Dressed of the Week Ending 2/10/2012

This look makes me jump out of my seat. Not only is Mena wearing a bold dress (the print and cut) but she is actually adding color to the look!!!! These red pumps are absolutely phenomenal and adds just the right amount of sass and playfulness to this bold look. The slightly longer train gives the look some uniqueness, and I absolutely love it. It's also pretty obvious that Mena has the right sass and confidence to pull off this look, and I think that truly sells the outfit. I have no complaints nor wishes for this look!

Dynamite Dita! This lady has always been one fashions most iconic stars, and this dress is a prime example of why shes is. First off, the color on her is absolutely drop dead stunning; I am even ignoring the fact that she's been wearing it quite a bit, cause it is so perfect on her. Next, the gorgeous rouching not only hugs her body perfectly, but it also is on an alternating angle that makes my eye dance and keeps the outfit interesting. I also adore the slightly asymmetrical scoop neckline; again, it's interesting and flatters her quite well. My only suggestion would be to add a gold accessory such as some dangly earrings or a clutch.

Now, Megan is a 'Fox'-y lady even without the divine designs of Elie Saab, but this dress puts her over the top! The cut and shape of this dress gives Megan the hourglass figure that almost every woman would kill for. The crystals on the dress add a simple elegance, yet slightly bold bling at the same time. The high waist band is also a nice touch in elongating her figure, making her look taller.

First off, I want to commend Elle for stepping out of the typical red carpet box and actually wearing pants (without holes or poor bleaching effects on them). Although this is a simple look, simplicity can go a far way, and this look is a prime example. The color shows off Elle's gorgeous skin and hair, and the shape of the jacket hugs her small waist in all the right places. Not to mention how the v-neck blouse and her wide pants work together to elongate her even more. I'll admit, I do wish that she would add a spark of color, possibly bold earrings or a necklace.

When I saw Stacy in this ASOS dress, I think my heart skipped a beat. I want to talk about this interesting top, first. The patch of skin that she has showing is a pretty unusual place to show, but that what really makes this outfit unique and sexy, but not distasteful. This dress fully defines sexy- elegant, which I personally love! The formfitting skirt shows off her curves and extends past her knee at just the right length to make it more on the elegant side. Would've loved to see a metallic in the accessories, but hey, we can't have it all. Other than that, no complaints!

Now, we all know Whitney is gorgeous, but this Julien MacDonald dress looks stellar on her. Even though the color of the dress is so similar to her hair, the dress somehow makes her hair color pop. I also love the unique off the shoulder draping and the uneven hemline, along with the flowy-ness of the dress. Although, Whitney should really trade in her black clutch for a metallic one. But overall, this is a stunning outfit!

I have always been a huge fan of Jessica and this sexy, but still elegant, ensemble reaffirms why I adore her so much! Although most of you will probably think, "This is a boring color palette", for her I think it's perfect. Her skin color is absolutely gorgeous and why not show it off? The asymmetrical blouse elongates her, making her even taller. And the skirt! The skirt hugs her in all the right places without being too tight, and the embellishment on it elongates her legs as well. My only complaint would be the shoes; I think she should add a spark of color to really make this outfit dynamite. I would suggest a pair of red evening sandals by Michael Kors.

Well, it shouldn't be a surprise that J-Lo ended up on this list. This pale pink/ nude dress is such a sweet sexy that really shows off her already fabulous body. This plunging neckline shows just enough cleavage without it being an eyeful. This dress hugs her shape perfectly, and I love that she added some color to the outfit with her shoes!

Since I am constantly harassed for snubbing my nose at more modern pieces, versus elegant and classic looks, I have decided to nominate one of my new favorite icons. Princess Kate looks embodies the bridging of modern and classic styles perfectly. She took a typical look, a jacket and pencil skirt and totally morphed it into edgy and fashion forward without giving the Queen a heart attack. The color is not the normal color that you would associate a jacket and skirt ensemble, which is great, but I also love that she added a belt here! I love the quirky hat as well, it adds a elegant British touch. Last, but not least, Kate, the shoes are phenomenal!

Funny how the little girl from Win- Dixie can transform into a stunning woman so quickly. First off, the form-fitting shape suits Dakota perfectly, showing off her every curve in a flattering manner. Also, the off the shoulder shrug was a nice touch and adds some edge to the look. But I can not talk about how perfect the color combo is. Most people don't understand how red and blue go together, but these contrasting colors balance each other out and adds some edge to the look; it also adds some color to her pale skin. Only complaint is that instead of a nude colored shoe, she should add a bronze strappy heel.

2012 Academy Awards Best Dressed

 I knew from the moment I saw a shot of the top half of Milla Jovovich, in this stunning white beaded Elie Saab Fall 2009 Couture gown, that she was going to be the number one on this list. You may ask me why, and the answer to that is quite simple. I fell in love with this stunning gown when it originally walked the runway back in July of 2009. I have been wishing for someone to wear it and I am extremely grateful to Milla for giving it a red carpet outing. She paired her gown with an Edie Parker clutch and Elie Saab shoes to make her my best dressed.

 This was the big shocker of the night. Stacy Keibler, George Clooney's plus one, walked the red carpet in a hot off the runway Marchesa Fall 2012 RTW gold gown with a draped shoulder and and a rose hip detail. Not many can make this type of lame fabric work but Stacy looks absolutely stunning in her gown.

 Penelope Cruz channeled the amazing women of Hollywood past wearing this grey blue Giorgio Armani ball gown. Penelope Cruz looked absolutely stunning in this gown which she paired with a clutch that matched her gown and some stunning Chopard jewels made this look stunning and this is got to be one of her best looks ever. I love her hair and her makeup.

 Gwyneth Paltrow looked 60s chic wearing this stunning custom white Tom Ford gown and cape. The first thing that I thought of was Jacqueline Kennedy at John Kennedy's inaugural ball. She also wore a white gown with a cape by an American designer. I love this look and think that as Gwyneth ages this is more of the look that she should go for instead of tummy bearing gowns as she looks so chic. Anna Hu jewels and Jimmy Choo shoes just add to the elegance and glamour of this look.

 The last time Meryl Streep won an Academy Award back in 1982 for 'Sophie's Choice' she wore a gold gown. And again when she wore a stunning custom gold Lanvin gown, Meryl accessorized with the perfect gold accessory a Best Actress Oscar for her role as Margret Thatcher in 'The Iron Lady.' I will say I half expected Meryl to wear a large satin ball gown with a large collar so when I saw  wearing this stunning gown I jumped for joy. The accessorized with on the red carpet included a Lanvin clutch, Salvatore Ferragamo shoes, and antique Fred Leighton jewels.

 As soon as I saw this stunning Louis Vuitton gown I will say that I did a little bit of a jump for joy as it is a huge relief that she looked absolutely amazing wearing a stunning gown. I was happy that Michelle's gown fit her body amazingly and was extremely well accessorized it will a Bottega Veneta clutch, Christian Louboutin shoes, and amazing Fred Leighton jewels.

 Emma Stone wowed wearing this fuchsia Giambattista Valli Spring 2012 Couture gown. There are bound to be lots of comparisons to a red Balenciaga gown that Nicole Kidman wore to the 2007 Oscars as they both had similar silhouettes and the big bow the the same side of the body. I will say that even when the gown walked the runway I saw the similarities but none the less Emma works this amazing gown with no abandon. Emma accessorized with Brian Atwood shoes, Louis Vuitton jewels and a clutch also by LV.

 Many will not know who Li Bingbing is or why she is on the red carpet. I can not answer either of those questions but when you look this good in a Georges Chakra Spring 2012 Couture gown on the Oscars red carpet. Well I am extremely excited to see this gown and it was absolutely stunning when it walked the runway and translated just as well to the red carpet. I will applaud Li for not lining the sheer aspects of the gown like one would expect for such a formal event. Regular readers might recall that I wished for Katy Perry to wear this to the Grammy Awards, but after seeing this I am extremely happy that she didn't as Li looks amazing.

Jessica Chastain looked absolutely amazing wearing this Alexander McQueen dress that was made from a compilation of looks from the Resort 2012 collection. I will sat that I am extremely surprised not to see Jessica in Armani Prive after the moment that she had with him on the day of the show and her nomination. I will say I expected something totally different from her and then when I saw this I was blown away. I have already had four people ask me where the could get this and were very disappointed that this was custom made for her. She topped her regal gown with two million dollars worth of Harry Winston diamond jewelry.

And last but not least we have Shailene Woodley wearing this stunning Valentino Spring 2012 Couture gown. Many will say that this gown is way to mature for her to wear but I will say that this is a gown that is completely in her style and I am super excited that she looks as good as she does. What earned her a spot on this list is that she actually embraced that fact that doing her hair and makeup are good things and not things that she has to fear. Shailene completed her best dressed ensemble with a Valentino clutch, Salvatore Ferragamo shoes, and Harry Winston jewels.

Gotham Independant Awards Wish List: Stacy Keibler

Stacy Keibler will be at the Gotham Independent Awards as the arm candy of George Clooney. George who was single till he had a few movies to promote...hmmm....interesting....well Stacy has been wearing lots of designers from Versace to Maria Lucia Hohan which is getting tired. So I have chosen this fuchsia Marchesa Resort 2012 dress, I think that it makes the statement that I am just here to look pretty and I amount to nothing. So to finish this look matching pumps and Marchesa clutch would complete this elegant look.