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Monthly Archives: January 2011
2011 SAG Awards Red Carpet: The trends, the hits and the misses
The awards season continued last night with the Screen Actors Guild gala and so did the red carpet tango. Hollywood stars descended on the Los Angeles Shrine Exposition Center to strut their stuff. When it came to trends, white ruled the carpet, red and black followed strong and floral patterns showed a spring state of mind. Scroll down for a complete breakdown of who rocked it and those that missed the mark.
White was the color of the night…
Amy Adams looks gorgeous in a white gown by the original King of bandage dresses, Herve L. Leroux.
Newly divorced Eva Longoria also looked stunning in a Grecian, white Georges Hobeika gown.
SAG Best Actress Winner and Oscar front runner Natalie Portman was also in white, going with a bejeweled Azzaro gown. Unfortunately, this gown just didn't work for the pregnant star. The fit looked uncomfortable. A flowing bodice would have served her better.
Another miss in white was Wynona Ryder who wore Alberta Ferretti. Her too-tight bodice and layered skirt with exposed tulle channeled a bad wedding gown.
The blush tones continue…
Rizzoli and Isles star Angie Harmon went ultra feminine in a light pink, feathered Monique Lhuillier.
Hilary Swank looked like a goddess in a one shouldered Versace.
Glee's Heather Morris also took a bite out of this trend in her feather and jewel adorned dress.
Heather's fellow Glee cast mate Jayma Mays went peachy in a draped Jenny Packham dress.
On the other end of the color spectrum, black was another stand out color on the carpet…
Nicole Kidman wore a black Nina Ricci gown with cap sleeves and lace inserts.
The Closer's Kyra Sedgwick wore a velvet vintage Thierry Mugler.
Glee's Amber Riley worked her figure in an Anne Barge gown.
Another Glee star, Diana Agron donned a black and blue Chanel gown. The awkward length of this chic gown unfortunately overwhelmed her petite frame. On the other hand, her hair and makeup were flawless.
Modern Family's Julie broke away from the sea of dresses in a low cut Malandrino jumpsuit
Mad Men's Christina Hendricks also tried something different in a L'Wren Scott wrap dress. Black is 99% of the time a slimming color but this dress gives off a very heavy and dense feel, probably because of the texture. This combined with her dark make up overwhelms her fair features.
Red was another major hue of the night…
Tina Fey wore a lace Oscar de la Renta.
Nurse Jackie's Edie Falco in Bottega Veneta
Julianna Margulies wore an Yves Saint Laurent creation which featured another big trend of the night, a sweetheart neckline.
Hands down, best dressed of the night was Best Supporting Actress Nominee, Mila Kunis in an absolutely gorgeous and ethereal floral Alexander McQueen
Speaking of floral but not quite in the red category…
Best Actress Winner for the TV Movie Temple Grandin, Claire Danes wears a belted blue and black Louis Vuitton floral creation
Several stars went the metallic route…
Lea Michele wore a slinky and low cut metallic Oscar de la Renta. We may be able to say the Glee star's devotion to Oscar de la Renta may soon rival Renee Zellweger's love for all things Carolina Herrera.
30 Rock's Jane Krakowski played up her pregnancy bump in a chic and short one shouldered Badgely Mischka sheath and nude peep toe pumps.
Mad Men's January Jones changes things up and goes for gold in a conservative but elegant lace Carolina Herrera. This dress may have looked even better with no sleeves or a different neckline. Nevertheless, kudos to Ms. Jones for never being afraid to try something new.
Stand out hues of the night…
Winter's Bone's Jennifer Lawrence stood out in a gorgeous hot pink Oscar de la Renta number.
True Grit break out star Hailee Steinfeld was playful and colorful in Prada.
Modern Family's Sofia Vergara knows what works for her and sticks to it, donning a cobalt blue Cavalli gown with a plunging neckline. It's not the first time she's rocked this color and she looks fabulous in it.
Dexter's Julia Stiles took a risk that paid off in an elegant navy blue and white ombre gown.
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Tagged 2011 SAG Awards Best and Worst Dressed, 2011 SAG Awards Dresses, 2011 SAG Awards Red Carpet, Alexander McQueen, Amber Riley, Amy Adams, Angie Harmon, Anne Barge, Azzaro, Badgely Mischka, Bottega Veneta, Carolina Herrera, Chanel, Christina Hendricks, Claire Danes, Diana Argon, Edie Falco, Eva Longoria, Georges Hobeika, Hailee Steinfeld, Heather Morris, Herve L. Leroux, Hilary Swank, Jane Krakowski, January Jones, Jaym Mays, Jennifer Lawrence, Jenny Packham, Julianna Margulies, Julie Bowen, Kyra Sedgwick, L'Wren Scott, Lea Michele, Louis Vuitton, Malandrino, Mila Kunis, Monique Lhuillier, Natalie Portman, Nicole Kidman, Nina Ricci, Oscar de la Renta, Prada, SAG Awards 2011, Sofia Vergara, Thierry Mugler, Tina Fey, Versace, Winona Ryder, Yves Saint Laurent, Yves St. Laurent
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Look of the day (Blake Lively) – Nobody does a trench like Burberry
Blake Lively looks every inch a chic New Yorker in her Burbuerry Prorsum Trench with attached Stole
Winter can be a little drab and while the main thing on your mind is probably keeping warm, your winter looks shouldn’t suffer. The trench coat can always be counted on for it’s stylish allure. Nothing beats the classic trench in tan or black but this winter, feel free to bring some spice to your wardrobe with a colored trench. Blake Lively looks ever-so-chic and oh so stylish in a green Burberry trench and fur stole on the set of Gossip Girl in New York City. The fit, the color, the cut, the fur are all on point and quite frankly, nobody does a perfect trench coat like the British power house.
Trend spotting : the constantly evolving motorcycle jacket
Jessica Alba rocks a printed dress and a faded jean motorcycle jacket.
Fall and winter brought the motorcycle jacket in different types of leather. As spring approaches, this style staple will continue to make a strong showing. You’ll see it in cotton, with a bit of stretch and it will also come in different lengths. You’ll get your choice of everything thing from puff sleeves to 3/4 length. The reason this trend is so popular lies in it’s versatility. You can pair it with bold dresses as Jessica Alba seamlessly shows us above or with jeans or leggings. All in all, it’s just an incredibly easy piece to work into your wardrobe. Get this look with the black “Camryn” motorcycle jacket below.
The "Camryn" 3/4 Motorcycle Jacket
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Get Halle Berry’s Casual Leather Look
Halle Berry looks casual cool
Actress, Halle Berry was spotted looking casual cool while out and about in Los Angeles with French boyfriend Olivier Martinez. Her leather jacket is effortless yet edgy and is a perfect piece to dress up or down. Get her soft leather look with the “Gemma” layered leather jacket below.
Halle Berry and Olivier Martinez explore some art in L.A
The "Gemma" layered Leather Jacket
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Ever wondered what your guy really thinks of your fashion choices?
Rihanna in a boyfriend shirt, ballerina skirt and pearls
Ever wondered what your guy really thinks of your skinny jeans? What about the trend du jour – over the knee boots? or even your must-have manicure? Wonder no more…
InStyle Magazine and Sports Illustrated recently teamed up for the ultimate He Said/She Said. The sibling titles polled 20,000 guys about women, and naturally the ladies weighed in too.
Here’s what 20,000 guys had to say:
What do you think of skinny jeans?
He says: they don’t do it for me (45%)
She says: they’re hot! (47%)
What about over-the-knee boots?
He says: sexiest trend right now (67%)
She says: Agreed! (58%)
What will you buy your wife/girlfriend for V-Day?
64% say flowers
19% forget to buy anything
17% say jewelry
Shopping with your girl?
53% say it’s mind-numbingly boring
BUT nearly half say it may be dull but I don’t mind (43%)
Hair extensions?
The sexes agree again – an overwhelming majority (84%) say NOT hot.
Hottest hairstyle?
The sexes agree — long waves rock!
JENNIFER Aniston, Love Hewitt, Garner and Lopez?
Aniston is the ultimate dream date (41%), followed by Love Hewitt (33%).
Do you care if a woman has a manicure?
75% of males say no!
Poll results are featured in InStyle’s February issue, on sale now.
So what do you think…surprised or not?
Get Katie Holmes’ quilted satchel look
Katie Holmes shows off her chic sense of style with a quilted satchel.
Actress Katie Holmes recently stepped out with her husband Tom Cruise and little girl Suri in New York City. Looking to amp up her look a little, she accessorized her super chic coat with an equally chic and luxurious quilted Satchel. Elegant bags are a sure way to look polished during the winter months. Since all that bundling up doesn’t really allow you to showcase your best winter wear, chic outerwear and accessories always do the trick. Get Katie Holmes’ look with the Quilted Satchel from Rue de Chic below.
Chocolate brown quilted satchel from Rue de Chic
Add some rich color to your wardrobe with the purple quilted satchel from Rue de Chic
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Tagged Katie Holmes, Katie Holmes Bag, Katie Holmes Quilted Bag
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Get Selena Gomez’s winning Golden Globes Look
Selena Gomez's look is golden
When it came to red carpet style at the 68th Annual Golden Globe Awards, it was all about being soft, feminine and delicate. Blush, pink and nude colors ruled the carpet and the same can be said for the beauty trends. One stand out Star was Disney darling, Selena Gomez whose look was created by celebrity make-up artist, Karan Mitchell. Inspired by Gomez’s beautiful Catherine Deane coral colored gown with golden chain accents, Mitchell relied exclusively on Anastasia Beverly Hills products to achieve an ultra feminine, fun and flirty look. The result was flawless. Here’s a breakdown of what went into creating Selena’s look. All Anastasia Beverly Hills products are available at Sephora, Nordstrom, ULTA & Anastasia.net.
Selena Gomez attends the Instyle Warner Bros. / Golden Globes Party
CREATING SELENA’S SHOW STOPPING EYES & LASHES
For the base of the lid, Mitchell used the first two shades from the ILLUMIN8 with YOUTHFUL SYNERGY™ COMPLEX EYE SHADOW PALETTE #1 ($40), blending on the eyelid as well as from the crease to the brow as a highlight.
Then she blended the soft plum accent shade 4 from ILLUMIN8 with YOUTHFUL SYNERGY™ COMPLEX EYE SHADOW PALETTE #1 on the crease as well as blending up and outward all the way to the eyebrow on the outer edges.
Next, Mitchell wet the deep onyx shade from ILLUMIN8 with YOUTHFUL SYNERGY™ COMPLEX EYE SHADOW PALETTE #2 and used it as a liquid liner on the top lashes.
Treat your eyelashes as you do your hair. You want to round-brush Lash Lifting Mascara ($22) into the root of your upper and lower lashes for definition.
CREATING SELENA’S FIERCE BROWS
To define brows begin with sketching in Brow Wiz (Selena used Medium Ash) over brows using light upward strokes, filling in brows completely, as if you were drawing little hairs.
Then use the wand brush on the other end of Brow Wiz ($20) to blend the brow color through. This will soften the product and create a natural effect.
To highlight the brow bone apply Brow Duality ($23) (Selena used Camille/ Sand) highlighter pencil on the brow bone starting above the iris to the end of the brow and blend using the fingertip.
To ensure longevity brush Clear Brow Gel ($21) in short upward strokes, being sure to apply in the same direction of hair growth. This will lock it in!
GET SELENA’S GORGEOUS LIPS & CHEEKS
Using the amazing wand, swipe HydraFull Gloss ($21) across the lips.
Using your ring finger gently tap the crème cheek color from the Highlighting Crème Duo ($35) (Selena used St Tropez) to apples of cheeks, blending to hairline.
For a sexy glow and highlighted cheekbones apply a small amount of the liquid highlighter along the cheekbones and blend on to your shoulders too!
Golden Globes 2011 Red Carpet Breakdown : The good, the bad and the unimpressive
Nudes, pastels, sequins and emerald green ruled the red carpet at Sunday’s 2011 Golden Globe Awards. While some Stars shone, other heavy hitters like Halle Berry, Julianne Moore and Nicole Kidman didn’t fare so well. Here’s the low down on the good, the bad and unfortunately, the not so impressive…
Nudes…
Matching your skin tone has been one of the biggest trends of the season and the carpet was swarming with gowns featuring this trend. Everyone from Scarlett Johannson to Sandra Bullock, Glee’s Diana Argon and Michelle Williams took a bite out of the “nude” apple.
Scarlett Johansson channeled old hollywood glamour in a flutter sleeved Elie Saab with floral appliqué.
Sandra Bullock showed off an edgier look with her blunt bangs but softened things up in an embellished Jenny Packham dress.
Glee's Diana Argon also went soft in J. Mendel
Not so impressive in this hue…
Gossip Girl's Leighton Meester looked aged in Burberry
Nominated for her movie Blue Valentine, Michelle Williams tried to match her 60s hair cut in this Valentino gown with floral embellishments. Unfortunately, it was just a bit underwhelming for this event.
Sequins…
A-list Stars took a cue from the disco era trend taking over the runways and glittered on the carpet.
Anne Hathaway stunned in Armani Privé and loose waves.
The back of her dress was just as stunning.
Carrie Underwood also added some sparkle to her elegant Badgely Mischka.
Olivia Wilde went the princess route and sparkled in her black and gold Marchesa ball gown.
Unfortunately, even sequins couldn’t save these Stars…
Nicole Kidman failed to impress in this one shouldered, belted Prada gown, accessorized with a brooch.
While Desperate Housewives' Vanessa Williams (also in a one shouldered gown) made no impact at all.
Green with envy…
Emerald green was the color of goddesses on the carpet.
Catherine Zeta Jones showed us why she's Hollywood royalty in an emerald Monique Lhuillier.
Angelina Jolie also pops in this gorgeous color wearing Atelier Versace.
Mila Kunis joined A-list company in this custom Vera Wang.
Elizabeth Moss also dipped her toe in the night's hottest hue but this ill-fitting Donna Karan frock did the talented actress zero justice.
Bringing more color to the stylish carpet were some super stylish ladies…
January Jones recovered from last year's Versace Emmy bomb with another Versace (fringed), retro curls and matching lips.
Red head du jour Christina Hendricks matched her hair and showed off her killer curves in a one shoulder, body hugging Romona Kaveza.
A pleasant surprise on the carpet was The Closer's Kyra Sedgwick who stood out in a bold, marigold Emilio Pucci.
On a lighter note…
Nominees Claire Danes and Emma Stone both went the minimalist route in pastel colored Calvin Klein numbers. Megan Fox, Lea Michele and Best Actress Nominee, Natalie Portman also went the light pink route.
Claire Danes who won the Best Actress statue for her HBO movie "Temple Grandin" looked elegant in her custom Calvin Klein gown.
Emma Stone looked peachy in a simple and elegant Calvin Klein with a daring back.
Emma Stone rocked the minimalist look in Calvin Klein.
Megan Fox continued her loyalty to Armani in a blush Armani Privé gown.
While Glee's Lea Michele donned another Oscar de la Renta - It would be nice to see her switch it up a little bit from her usual taffeta choices.
Two ladies who failed to impress in Pink, Best Supporting Actress nominee Julianne Moore and Best Actress Nominee, Natalie Portman.
Julianne Moore's crumpled and wrinkled hot pink Lanvin was a complete mess.
While Natalie Portman's Victor + Rolf gown did nothing for the expectant mom. There's no excuse for that flower plus there are so many amazing designers that have beautifully outfitted pregnant Stars...Sarah Jessica Parker in Narciso Rodriguez anyone?
Pregnancy flashback: Sarah Jessica Parker looked beautiful and stylish at 7 months in 2002 wearing a gorgeous pink, Narciso Rodriguez babydoll dress.
It wouldn’t be the Globes without the prerequisite black…
Eva Longoria was stunning in a body hugging Zac Posen with a cut-out back.
Piper Parabo could have done better than this boring black dress with a shoulder bow, which just seemed oddly sized and placed. As Charlize Theron showed us in her John Galliano for Dior number in 2006, either go big or go home.
Blast from the past: Charlize Theron in the controversial Big Bow Dior dress at the 2006 Oscars.
Another hot mess…
Halle Berry who's usually flawless, bombed in this black corseted Nina Ricci gown. It was a bad mixture of a cliché undergarment / nightgown with a weirdly cut sheer train.
On to the Oscars….
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Trend spotting: The shape of “pants” to come
Gwen Stefani rocks some chic pants
It’s always a little crazy when you start spotting spring ad campaigns in the magazines and stores clearing out their winter merchandise in January…if you’re jonesing for spring and warmer weather already, here’s something to look forward to in the “pants revolution” arena while you’re in between. We’ve done the skinnys and the jeggings…in the upcoming seasons, it’s going to be all about the crisp wideleg trousers and 3/4 length looks…also, be on the look out for trousers with scallop edged tops too a la Drew Barrymore below.
Drew Barrymore spices up her scalloped trousers with a sequined blouse
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Stylist’s Corner – Q of the day: How do you rock a velvet blazer?
Leah H. asks: I recently purchased a thrifted black velvet 3/4 sleeve blazer and wanted to know if you could offer some suggestions on how to rock it? Thanks in advance!
Wemi: Leah, There are definitely quite a few chic ways to rock your velvet blazer.
1. Because of the rich texture of the material, you can go the casual chic route and pair it with some skinny jeans and a silk camisole under the blazer (the silk will complement the velvet perfectly)…you can finish off your look with some booties or pumps.
2. Once again working off the richness of the blazer, you can pair it with a dress. For the winter months, deep but shocking colors like cobalt blue, plum or deep turquoise will do wonders for you.
3. Lastly, if you’re interested in a super polished or sophisticated look, pair the blazer with some black wide leg trousers. The all black look will be slimming but the velvet texture will give some variation. The wide leg trousers also give the illusion an elongated look, which is always a plus. The blouse under this should be simple…keep it clean and let your accessories give you that extra “something” instead. Check out Ellen Pompeo’s look below for some visual assistance! Hope this helps!
Ellen Pompeo looks elegant + chic in all black
