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Thursday, February 18, 2016

2016 Oscar Parties Red Carpet Wish List Part 9


Ciara has been out on every major awards show red carpet over the past year and is expected to be out on Oscar night at the Elton John AIDS Foundation Oscar Viewing Party gala as she is one of the events many celebrity co-chairs. While almost every single red carpet look that Ciara has worn on the red carpets recently has been Alexandre Vauthier I would most love to see Ciara wearing this green Akris Pre-Fall 2016 sequined gown with her favored sexy high thigh split as well as a bodice splice. This is a perfect look for a music star out on the red carpet on Oscar night as it mixes that edge you get from music and the glamour of a film red carpet. A pair of simple black sandals, hair styled in a sleek low ponytail (like the lookbook), a pair of diamond cluster earrings, and red lip would ensure that this is a major look for Ciara on the Elton John red carpet.
Last years Oscar winner Julianne Moore is presenting at the ceremony and I am sure that we will have an amazing moment on the main stage red carpet but I am also hoping that she changes for the Vanity Fair Oscar Party after the show. Julianne has always been one of my favorite red carpet ladies and I am truly hoping that she gives me two looks on Oscar night. For the Vanity Fair party I picked this amazing black Versace Pre-Fall 2016 grommet embellished gown which features long sheer sleeves. This is a type of look that I would expect to see on the back of someone who went big on the main red carpet and want to slip into something a little more comfortable to party in for the Vanity Fair party. A black clutch, black pumps, a pair of statement stone earrings, and a red lip would finish this perfect after-party look for Julianne.
Naomi Campbell is another that is on the long list of co-chairs for the Elton John AIDS Foundation Oscar Viewing Party and I am sure that the supermodel will be out on the red carpet. For big red carpet outings Naomi has a small arsenal of designer friends like Donatella Versace, Azzendine Alaia, and Riccardo Tisci to whom she looks to dress her. I am going with Riccardo Tisci and this beige Givenchy Spring 2016 Couture draped gown which featured crocodile tin on the stomach cutout. I am not usually a fan of Naomi on the red carpet. There is almost always something that I find I have a problem with, usually her hair. I would recommend to Naomi that she wear the sleeves of this gown up on her shoulders instead of off the shoulder, add old Hollywood waves pushed over one shoulder, add a red lip and some gold sandals to ensure that this is a beautiful red carpet moment for Naomi for the Elton John party (and who knows maybe for Vanity Fair as well.)
Nina Dobrev is always a fixture at awards show parties and next Sunday night I would put my money on her attending the Elton John party. Nina has been on the Elton John red carpet almost every year since she burst on to the red carpet scene. I would love to see the former Vampire Diaries star to show up for Elton wearing this white J. Mendel Pre-Fall 2016 black & white corded halter gown. This is a very Nina gown. She loves a classic yet dramatic look, and if this gown is not on the main stage I would love to see Nina wearing it for Elton John. Such a glam look needs very classic styling with a black Rauwolf clutch, black Christian Louboutin sandals, a red lip, and diamond drop earrings to ensure that Nina has a Hollywood moment on Hollywood's biggest night.
I certainty am expecting to see Rita Ora out on the red carpet at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party as I don't think Rita has ever met a red carpet that she hasn't liked. I would love to see Rita bring some DRAMA to the Vanity Fair party red carpet wearing this black and white Giambattista Valli Spring 2016 Couture tea length ball gown. This is a majorly dramatic moment and I think that Rita would be one of the best choices to give this gown to to have the total impact that I can picture it having on a red carpet. The styling would have to be on point to ensure that this doesn't go into costume territory. A pair of black sandals, a sleek updo, red lip, and diamond cluster earrings would make this look an amazing red carpet moment for Rita on Oscar night.

Thursday, December 31, 2015

2016 AFI Awards Red Carpet Wish List Part 1

Every year the American Film Institute compiles a list of the 10 best movies and television shows of the previous year. This year this list is chock full of movies and television shows that have strong female performances and we are bound to see the stars of these films and shows on the red carpet of the AFI Awards luncheon red carpet on January 8, 2016. Brie Larson might be this seasons biggest underdog and the one to watch. I am really looking forward to seeing what the Room actress will be bringing to the red carpet. For this event I would love to see Brie wearing this white Bottega Veneta Spring 2016 RTW halter dress. This dress is such a chic and simple look which is perfect for a daytime luncheon. I am hoping that Brie continues to expand her repertoire of designers and this would be a lovely addition. Finish with a pair of simple nude sandals and fresh faced make up to finish this luncheon look off perfectly.
I can't believe I am saying this but I was very underwhelmed by what Cate Blanchett brought to the red carpet last year. I think that this is the first time in a while where I haven't had a single look from Cate gracing any of my end of the year awards. I am hoping that come awards season that Cate finds her footing again as she is set to be on every major red carpet this season. For the AFI Awards I would love to see Cate wearing this Roksanda Spring 2016 RTW ensemble which incorporates a simple sky blue silk blouse and pair of beige desert printed pants with sculptural detail in goldenrod on the right hip. I think that this look is something that many would not be able to pull of but the red carpet queen would have no trouble. This is the type of look that I think Cate needs to get me interested in her again, if she steps out in one more black Armani look I might cry.
I am super excited to see Charlize Theron on the red carpet this awards season. I know that she will undoubtedly be in Dior at all the big events but for some of the smaller event I am hoping that she will dig into some of the other brands that she tends to favor. For the AFI Awards I picked this incredibly chic black Jason Wu Spring 2016 RTW structured dress which features side cutouts and ruffles. I love how this look mixes classic sophistication with a fun flirtatious edge. Charlize knows how to take a simple look like this and make me fall head over heels in love with it. Something like the black Christian Louboutin 'Bareta' studded pumps, casual hair, a red lip, and a Dior clutch would ensure that Charlize slays this look at the AFI Awards.
Claire Danes is another whom I usually love but in 2015 she really let me down. I am hoping that if she takes to the red carpet at the AFI Awards for her show Homeland that she will be back on form. To help her do so I picked a sexy borrowed from the boys type of look. This Versace Spring 2016 RTW black pinstripe dress is something that is sexy and sophisticated, perfect for the AFI Awards luncheon. I know that while some might be tempted to go all Angelina Jolie with their leg and that sexy slit, I know that Claire would keep it classy and just let the leg pop out the split naturally. Finished with a pair of simple black Jimmy Choo pumps and fresh faced makeup and Claire will be ready to hit the red carpet and work it like she hasn't worked on in a long time.
If there was a fashion breakout star in 2015 it had to be Daisy Ridley who captured our hearts and the eye of many of the top designers. As she did such an amazing job while promoting Star Wars: The Force Awakens so I am sure that they will send her to the AFI Awards, where the film is being honored. Since Daisy has yet to double dip on designers I am continuing to expand her base by picking this black Etro Spring 2016 RTW ensemble which consists of a floral printed leather bodice and a tiered eyelet hem skirt. With the caliber of looks that Daisy has been putting out I could see many being bored with this type of look, but I think that the visual interest on the blouse is perfect for this type of more casual type of a red carpet. Finished with soft curls, a pink lip, and a pair of gold Christian Louboutin pointed toe pump and this is a perfect AFI Awards red carpet look.
Emilia Clarke was up and down last year and I am hoping that if she attends the 2016 AFI Awards to represent Game of Thrones that she starts the year on the right foot. What better way to do that than wearing this aqua blue Roland Mouret Spring 2016 RTW flared dress. Emilia is not one who is afraid of a bold color and since the AFI Awards are handed out during a luncheon this more laid back style is totally appropriate. The dress is classic and has a sense of flirtation with it's flared skirt. I would just add a pair of gold Stuart Weitzman 'Nudist' sandals and a pink lip to finish this look off.

Tuesday, December 29, 2015

2016 People's Choice Awards Red Carpet Wish List Part 2

At the People's Choice Awards next Wednesday I am interested to see what Dakota Johnson will wear on the red carpet as she is nominated for Favorite Dramatic Movie Actress thanks to 50 Shades of Grey and she is also going to be presenting. People's Choice is a more casual version of an awards show so I think that this black Michael Kors Spring 2016 RTW shirt dress embellished with neck ribbons and grommets on the tiered skirt. This is a casual meets cocktail type of look and with the right styling I think that this dress would be perfect on Dakota for the People's Choice Awards red carpet. Keeping the runways belt and adding a pair of strappy sandals, a slicked back bun, and a red lip would ensure that Dakota keeps up the love I have of her on the People's Choice red carpet.
After nabbing the number 2 spot on my Best Dressed of the Year list it would seem that Emmy Rossum has a lot to live up to in 2016 and I know that she can handle the pressure. I am hoping that the actress, who thanks to her show Shameless, is nominated for the Favorite Premium Cable TV Actress will take to the red carpet at the 2016 People's Choice Awards. To keep up her flirty feminine style what better look to choose than this Monique Lhuillier Pre-Fall marigold and blush 3D guipure lace sleeveless dress. The moment I saw this dress in the lookbook I put it on reserve for Emmy so I really hope that she works her magic and gets her hands on this fantastic flirty dress. While I appreciate that Monique was trying to make this look more modern with the ankle boots, I would pair this look with a chic pair of simple gold sandals, a pink lip, and a gold metallic clutch to finish this look off perfectly for Emmy.
Like Dakota, Jennifer Lopez is nominated for Favorite Dramatic Movie Actress at the People's Choice Awards next Wednesday. We all know JLo has a flair for the dramatic and the sexy and this Naeem Khan Spring 2016 RTW gunmetal grey beaded chiffon halter jumpsuit is exactly what she would wear for an event like this. I know many are looking for something new from Jennifer but I know that when she does what she knows best, at it's best, that she truly shines on the red carpet. I would have Jennifer wear hear hair sleek with this jumpsuit adding minimal accessories like a pair of metallic gunmetal grey Jimmy Choo sandals and a red lip to ensure that this is JLo at her best and nothing less.
Julianne Hough has been on a lot of red carpets recently and I do not know why, at the People's Choice Awards she will be attending as a presenter with her Grease: Live co-stars Vanessa Hudgens and Carly Rae Jepsen. I am hoping that the try hardness that came with most of her looks in 2015 will be absent on the red carpet at the People's Choice Awards. I picked this black and white floral printed J. Mendel Spring 2016 RTW ensemble that consists of a chiffon micro-pleated blouse and mini skirt. This is the perfect look to help Julianne kick off 2016 in the right way, it is chic and simple and perfectly event appropriate. A pair of silver pumps or sandals and a silver Edie Parker clutch would be the perfect accessories to add to this look with chic simple curls and a pink lip to ensure that Julianne has a magical moment on the red carpet.
Kate Hudson will be on hand at the 2016 People's Choice Awards as a presenter. This news was very exciting to me because Kate had a GREAT year on the red carpet in 2015 and I am excited to see what 2016 will bring to her. I decided to pair Kate with the brand that landed her on the 2015 Best Dressed of the Year list for this red carpet, Versace. I think that since that Kate is a big movie star and not overly showy that this Versace Pre-Fall 2016 black pencil dress with detailed top which has a bit of sky blue in the featured spaghetti straps. This is the chic sexy look that I know Kate has the body and presence for. Finished with a pair of sky blue Jimmy Choo pumps, a black clutch, and a lightly smokey eye will finish this look off perfectly for this red carpet.

Monday, December 28, 2015

2016 Palm Springs Film Festival Awards Gala Wish List Part 1

It was a quick holiday break but I am already back and ready to start bringing you all my red carpet wish lists for all the events that will kick off at the beginning of 2016. Awards season officially kicks of just after the turn on the new year on January 2, 2016 with the Palm Springs Film Festival Awards Gala. Each year the Palm Springs Film Festival honors some of the best of the best from the film world from the year before and this year there is an amazing line up of honorees. Alicia Vikander has been announced as the recipient of of the Rising Star Award and I cannot wait to see what she will wear for the red carpet. I am hoping that 2016 doesn't see Alicia wearing Louis Vuitton to every red carpet event as the looks can get very state (even if Alicia is the best LV ambassador). For this red carpet I would love to see Alicia wear this black Versace Pre-Fall 2016 gown which incorporates sheer sleeves and abstract embellishments. Minimalistic with a hint of sparkle, something that I am always in the mood for. Hair worn slicked back with a lightly lined eye and a red lip would add the perfect beauty touches for this look, add a black Louis Vuitton clutch and some black sandals and this look would be completely perfect head to toe.
Amber Heard will most likely be on the red carpet at the Palm Springs Film Festival Awards Gala on the arm of her hubby Johnny Depp who will be receiving the Desert Palm Achievement Award thanks to his amazing work in Black Mass. I have been loving seeing Amber head back to sexy glamour after a while of wearing things that were really too voluminous on her. I love it when Amber really shows her bombshell side so as a plus one I picked this black Balenciaga Resort 2016 peplum midi dress. I think that this cocktail dress is absolutely unbelievably chic and Amber would breath the right kind of Marylin Monroe sexy into this look. Finished with a pair of black pumps, old Hollywood waves, and a red lip and Amber will start her campaign to be the Best Plus One in 2016.
Her performance in Room has earned Brie Larson the Breakthrough Performance Award at the 2016 Palm Springs Film Festival Awards Gala. Brie has just in the past year started to capture my attention with some of her looks for the right reasons. I tend to like seeing Brie in simple classic type of looks as she doesn't have the personality for things that are very complicated. For this red carpet I picked this red Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2015 Alta Moda off the shoulder pencil dress. This is such a classic look that I think that Brie would just sizzle in. Not many people get lucky enough to wear Dolce & Gabbana Alta Moda, and Brie already has (for the 2015 Vanity Fair Oscar Party and the 2015 Met Gala). I would finish off this look with a pair of simple red sandals and an red Edie Parker clutch and a sleek hairstyle to ensure that Brie continues to work the red carpet.
Over the past year I have been struggling to keep my love of Cate Blanchett alive. It has been up and down and I am hoping that through awards season that she falls back into my good graces. Her first chance will be at the Palm Springs Film Festival Awards Gala where she is going to be honored with the Desert Palm Achievement Award for her work in the film Carol. I would absolutely drop dead if Cate showed up wearing this Altuzarra Pre-Fall 2016 gown which features a pailette embellished bodice and a simple black skirt. This is a little more edgy than what Cate usually wears but I think that this gown is something that she would look absolutely stunning in. A black Edie Parker clutch, a pair of black pumps, a chic up do and a red lip would finish this look off perfectly for this red carpet.

Tuesday, February 10, 2015

2015 Independent Spirit Awards: Naomi, Rinko, Rosario, Sienna, & Tilda Wish List

The Independent Spirit Awards are the laid back awards ceremony held on the eve of the Academy Awards. The stars give more casual cocktail ensembles before donning couture ball gowns the next night. I am figuring that Naomi Watts will be on hand at the Spirit Awards since her film "Birdman" is nominated for Best Feature. I would love to see Naomi wear this lavender, white, black and yellow Roland Mouret Spring 2015 RTW asymmetrical caped pencil dress. I would not have Naomi wear the peach belt that the dress was paired with on the runway. With the dress being such a statement I would expect that Naomi would wear her hair in a chic updo, carry a white clutch, and I would add an unexpected pair of pale yellow sandals to finish off this elegant ensemble for the Spirit Awards.
When Rinko Kikuchi stepped out at the 2015 Berlin Film Festival she did not surprise me wearing Chanel, but did not wearing couture or a gown. I am hoping that the actress, who is nominated for Best Actress for "Kumiko, The Treasure Hunter," that she gives me a major red carpet moment. I would pick this amazing electric blue Chanel Spring 2015 Couture puff sleeve cocktail dress. It has been a long while since we have seen Rinko in a bold color and since she is always loyal to Chanel I think that this red carpet would be the perfect place to see Rinko rock this amazing cocktail dress. Finished of with simple make up, a gold clutch and a pair of gold pumps will make this look red carpet ready.
Rosario Dawson was on hand to help announce the nominees for the 2015 Independent Spirit Awards. Always on hand during Oscars weekend I am sure that we will see Rosario on the red carpet for the Spirit Awards. Since she is not nominated or in any of the nominated films I believe that this black Versace Pre-Fall 2015 tuxedo with crystal simulated stitching embellishments would be a perfect look for Rosario to wear for the occasion. This tuxedo is sexy, and totally on the menswear trend but with a sexy ultra feminine touch. Finish the look with a black clutch, red lip, old Hollywood waves and a pair of black Christian Louboutin pumps will finish this look giving Rosario a look that I will love, when she is not often on my best dressed list.
Sienna Miller made an appearance in the film "Foxcatcher" which is going to receive the Special Distinction Award at the 2015 Independent Spirit Awards. It is spotty whether or not Sienna will join her co-stars at the Spirit Awards since she only made a few select appearances to help promote the movie. If she does step out I would love to see Sienna wear this amazing Erdem Pre-Fall 2015 long sleeve feather lace applique blue and white cocktail dress. Sienna loves to represent designers from her home country of England on the red carpet and I think that this would look absolutely amazing on her. Finish the look with a red lip, simple up-do and a pair of black sandals so that the dress is the big statement of the night and Sienna will have an amazing red carpet ensemble on her hands.
Last but not least I have a wish for Best Actress nominee Tilda Swinton, who is nominated thanks to her film "Only Lovers Left Alive." I was going to wish for Tilda to wear the opening look from the Schiaparelli Spring 2015 Couture collection but the day after I planned that Juliette Binoche snatched it up for her Berlin Film Festival photocall. So I went with my second choice. Also from the same collection I think that this emerald green Schiaparelli Spring 2015 Couture silk long sleeve bias cut cocktail dress is a more feminine look than what I was originally going for but this look is still typical Swinton. The dress features star embellishments mimicking a necklace and two hands "clasping the necklace" decorate the back. I could see Tilda pairing this dress with the amazing Schiaparelli sandals that the dress was paired with on the runway, a bright pink lip and her hair styled in her signature pouf to ensure that this is an amazing Swinton sighting on the red carpet.

Thursday, July 10, 2014

2014 Young Hollywood Awards Wish List Part 1

Allison Williams is nominated for Fan Favorite Female Actor at the Young Hollywood Awards that will take place on July 28th. With so much going on in the upcoming month and a half I decided to start these wishes early. The "Girls" star favors girlie grown up styles with a hint of edge. This electric blue Dion Lee Resort 2015 draped cocktail dress would be a perfect choice for the 26 year old actress to make for this red carpet. As one of the older stars, yes 26 is old for this red carpet, I figure Allison will bring the sophistication as we are bound to see many colorful mini dresses on the red carpet. I would pair this dress with a pair of silver sandals to give it a fun shoe and have Allison opt to go clutch-less for the night to complete this red carpet ensemble.
30 year old Aubrey Plaza is nominated at the Young Hollywood Awards on July 28th in the "Cuz You're Funny" category. Pitted against some very funny company. For this awards show I would love to see Aubrey wear this black and red Proenza Schouler Resort 2015 aline cocktail dress. The print and the sporty style of this dress make it perfect for a young Hollywood party. A red Rawoulf clutch and a pair of simple black sandals would give Aubrey the perfect ensembles to fit right on in with all of the young twenty somethings and teenie boppers that will be in attendance.
Bella Thorne is one of those teenie boppers I was talking about. At 16, Bella fits the bill of Young Hollywood. Nominated for the "You're So Fancy" and "#SocialMediaSuperstar" awards at the Young Hollywood Awards later this month, there is no doubting that Bella will be in attendance. Having worked a Versace Pre-Fall 2014 dress to the MTV Movie Awards earlier this year I would like to see what else Bella and Versace could to together. That is why I looked to the Versace Fall 2014 RTW collection and picked this teal draped mini dress embellished with six gold Medusa head buttons. I think that this is sexy yet age appropriate for the star who would most likely ad gold pumps to not make it look like she is trying to be older than she is.
And last but not least for today we have Chloe Grace Moretz. Despite being seated front row at the Armani Prive Fall 2014 Couture presentation earlier this week, which defiantely showcased quite a few looks perfect for young Hollywood, I am going to pick something from Valentino for the budding fashionista. Also nominate for "Fan Favorite Female Actor" the 17 year old would look stunning in this Valentino Resort 2015 multi colored lace striped mini dress. This striped look is one of the biggest trends that came out of the Resort 2015 collections and I am really excited becuase I love seeing patterns on the red carpet. A pair of simple Stuart Weizmann 'Nudist' sandals and a pink clutch would finish this look off perfectly for the young starlet for the Young Hollywood Awards.

Sunday, May 4, 2014

2014 Cannes Film Festival: Photocall Wish List Part 1

Ladies and Gentlemen the time that I have been waiting for all year is almost upon us, the 2014 Cannes Film Festival. Over the 11 day festival, which kicks off on May 15th and comes to a close on May 2, we are guaranteed to see several Best Dressed of the Year worthy ensembles. In the past 3 years 10 of the 30 best dressed looks have come from Cannes, so I have high expectations. Prior to all of the stars donning their couture on the red carpet and premiering their film they all take to the terrace and press room for a photocall and press conference. These still bring amazing, yet much more casual, looks. Berenice Bejo has been a staple at Cannes since premiering 'The Artist' in 2011, so it really isn't a surprise to see the French actress will be on hand to premiere a film this year. For the 'The Search' photocall and press conference, which is premiering In Competition, I would love to see Berenice wear this 1970's style Gucci Pre-Fall 2014 long sleeved dress. It is a sexy ensemble that mixes hard leather with a lightweight fabric and I think would look amazing on the French actress. A simple pair of Saint Laurent 'Jane' sandals and a loose ponytail would make this the perfect look for a Cannes photocall.
Hilary Swank will be on hand in the French seaside city during the festival to premiere her film 'The Homesman' In Competition with Meryl Streep. I am also hoping that Hilary will wear an Elie Saab gown for the premiere, but I will post that in a few days. For the photocall and press conference for the film I would love to see Hilary rock a jumpsuit. Most actress wear floating pretty dresses so this would be a welcome change of pace. This Elie Saab Fall 2014 RTW suit inspired jumpsuit is sleek and sexy. While this is most likely destined for a movie premiere or a cocktail party, I think that the Cannes terrace is a a perfect location to roll this look out. Hair down and a pair of gold pointed toe Casadei pumps would be the perfect finishing touches to this ensemble.
Jessica Chastain is another that has been on the scene in Cannes since her first film premiere 'The Tree of Life' also in 2011. Chastain is almost always a welcome note on the red carpet and has become one of my favorites to look out for. While in Cannes to premiere her film 'Eleanor Rigby' in the Un Certain Regard selection of the festival. Seen as the edgier films that premiere during the festival I am interested to see what Mrs Chastain will rock on the red carpet. For the photocall I think that black, aqua, and green Oscar de la Renta Fall 2014 RTW floating dress is perfect for the occasion. This is a look that Jessica would normally rock and is nothing outside of her normal box of red carpet dressing. A pair of metallic gold sandals and her hair pulled up would be how I finish off this stunning look for a Cannes Photocall.
Last but not least for today is Kristen Stewart who will be premiering her film 'The Clouds of Sills Maria' on the Croisette. The last time Kristen was in Cannes, to promote 'On the Road' in 2012, Kristen really stepped up her red carpet game and I am having no doubts that she is going to do the same again this year. Aside from 2 or 3 red carpets last year, Kristen was relatively unseen on the red carpets so I will be interested to see if she brings a big moment or sticks to her more simplistic style. For the photocall I think that this white long sleeved Versace Spring 2014 RTW asymmetrical dress embellished with gold buttons. I am excited to see what this look will bring. A pair of gold pumps would finish off this perfect look.

Thursday, April 24, 2014

2014 Cannes Film Festival: L'Oreal Spokesmodels Aishwarya Rai, Araya Hargate, Barbara Palvin, & Bianca Balti Wish List

LADIES AND GENTLEMEN IT IS NOW THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN, ITS TIME TO START THE CANNES FILM FESTIVAL WISH LISTS! Like every year we will be kicking things off with the lovely ladies whose job it is to walk the red carpets in couture just to add some glamour, that is right I am talking about the stunning L'Oreal Paris spokesmodels. Up first is Aishwarya Rai, the stunning actress from India. Each and every single year Aishwarya returns to the red carpet and rocks the most stunning gowns. Last year she rocked Gucci Premiere, Elie Saab, and two couture saris and looked absolutely amazing. This year I have two wishes for her. First is this amazing black Armani Prive Fall 2013 Couture embellished gown. I am surprised that no one picked up this gown since July of last year and I am praying to see it on the Cannes red carpet and Aishwarya would be the perfect woman to bring it to life on the croisette. The other is this goldenrod Elie Saab Spring 2014 Couture draped gown, its so elegant and goddess inspired that Aishwarya would look absolutely stunning.
Last year Araya Hargate made her Cannes Film Festival debut wearing a midnight blue Salvatore Ferragamo fringe gown and a green Zac Posen ballgown and I am excited to see what she will bring to the red carpet next month with L'Oreal. The first look that I can see Araya rocking on the red carpet is this bright green Christian Dior Fall 2014 RTW, while her last green moment (the Zac Posen) might not have been one that most applauded but I do think that this minimalist moment would defiantly be. The other look I picked is more glam this black to burgundy Elie Saab Fall 2014 RTW halter ombre gown with a sexy slit would give the opposition to the other look. I would have this look modified to include a really long train because the steps into the Palais de Festivals needs a dramatic moment.
Two years ago Barbara Palvin, the Hungarian supermodel, rocked Valentino Couture girly beaded gown and last year a sexy Alexandre Vauthier tuxedo, I am hoping that she brings back the glamor for this year because the tux just did not work for me. The first gown I would pick for Barbara is this dove grey Alexis Mabille Fall 2013 Couture long sleeved pearl embellished gown. This is seriously one of my favorite gowns from the Fall 2013 Couture collections and it has yet to be worn which makes me incredibly sad. The other is a sexy, yet sophisticated, Versace Fall 2014 RTW red silk chiffon gown with gold embellishments. This gown would mix the statements of the past while the first would much more go back to the glamour that the Valentino evoked.
Bianca Balti is a stunning model and sometimes knows how to get it right on the Cannes Film Festival red carpet. Last year was not one of her finer years with the unflattering pin Chanel Couture gown she paired with clunky black accessories. I am hoping that this year she redeems herself with stunning moments that shut the red carpet down. The first gown I picked is this black, stone, and gold Alberta Ferretti Fall 2014 RTW gown. This gown needs a woman with presence to rock it and Bianca definitely has that. The same can be said about the cram colored Chanel Fall 2013 Couture halter gown that I have also picked. Only a model and like 3 actresses in Hollywood would be able to pull this gown off and what would be a better option than Chanel Couture to add glamor to a red carpet.

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

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

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

Thursday, April 3, 2014

2014 Met Ball: Allison Williams, Beyonce, Camilla Belle, Diane Kruger, and Elizabeth Banks Wish List

Allison Williams from the hit HBO series 'Girls' made her first Met Ball appearance in 2012 wearing bland Ralph Lauren gown, and I was not a fan of her punk-inspired Altuzzara gown at last years event. So I am hoping that she will wow me this year, like I know that she can give me an amazing look on the red carpet. I think that this Marchesa Fall 2014 RTW gown with an embroidered cap-sleeve top black waistband and cornflower blue silk skirt would look amazing. Charles James, the inspiration behind this years gala, was known for his grand structured designs and I think that this Marchesa creation would fit right in amongst his stunning silk ballgowns. Finish the look with stunning diamond ear cuffs, black simple sandals, a red lip, and an old Hollywood updo to ensure that Allison looks theme appropriate!
The Queen of the Music World Beyonce has rocked amazing Givenchy Haute Couture ensembles at the past two Met Balls, and while the partnership has been absolutely amazing I am hoping that she will give us something different. This red Versace Fall 2014 RTW gown with gold embroidery would be an amazing statement for Beyonce to make. It's a lot more toned down than she has rocked in the past few years but I think that we will see a lot of that with the 'Charles James' theme of this years event. I would make sure that this gown has a dramatic train that will photograph exceptionally as she ascends that grand stair of the Metropolitan Museum of Art early next month. A pair of gold sandals, sexy waves in her hair, and a red lip will give Queen Bey a stunning yet sexy look for this event.
One person that I usually look forward to seeing take to the red carpet at the Met Ball is Camilla Belle. I have recently realized that I have no idea why she is famous but she shows up to red carpet events and looks absolutely stunning. One brand that Camilla tends to wear a lot of on the red carpet is Carolina Herrera and I think that she should snatch up this amazing red Carolina Herrera Fall 2014 RTW origami structured ball gown. While this gowns skirt might seem a little stiff in this picture, it actually moves very well and would glide elegantly up the red carpet of the Met. A red clutch, a pair of red peep toe pumps, statement diamond and ruby earrings and a chic up-do will finish off this look for Camilla and give her the perfect look for the 2014 Met Ball.
Diane Kruger is one of the women that I always die for on the red carpet. There is almost never a time that I have not fallen in love with one of Diane's red carpet looks. With this gala being focused around the grand sculptural designs of Charles James I am sure that Diane will give us a major red carpet moment. This Giambattista Valli Spring 2014 Couture gown with blue floral embellishments on the bodice and a white skirt with a bold peplum would give me that major red carpet moment that I am praying for. While most would reserve this for a much taller girl, Diane is only 5'7", I think that she would rock the hell out of it. A blue clutch, silver sandals, and a red lip would finish this look off.
Elizabeth Banks usually grabs an Atelier Versace gown for the annual Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute Gala, and I don't see that changing this year. I think that this ice blue one shoulder Atelier Versace Spring 2014 Couture gown with sequins, chest cutouts, and a split up to there is exactly what Elizabeth should rock for this years gala. It's a sexy yet elegant silhouette that Elizabeth pulls off quite well. There is just a magic when Elizabeth puts on the legendary sexy brand, and I 9.5 times out of 10 put her on a best dressed list in their designs. A silver Edie Parker clutch, a pair of metallic silver Casadei pointed toe pumps, statement diamond earrings, a bold diamond cuff, and her hair worn elegantly in Veronica Lake waves over one shoulder would finish off Elizabeth giving her a sexy look to take to the red carpet in on May 5th.