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  • Red Carpet Fashion Round Up | Screen Actors Guild Awards 2014

    Another big awards night round up for you! This time we have the Screen Actors Guild Awards held this past Saturday in Los Angeles. It was a mixed bag of looks for me, but I’ve managed to pick out plenty of highlights from the night below…
    Best of both decades Award | Amy Adams 
    Amy managed to marry both modern tailoring and Grace Kelly-esque styling with this fashion forward red carpet look. First, there’s her impressive, geometric cut Antonio Berardi gown, combining both a semi plunging neckline and thigh high split, and was embellished with a touch of silver with a metallic belt. Amy chose to style this with a beautiful faux bob and classic red Hollywood lips. This could’ve been a clashing ensemble but the whole look makes for a exquisite combination. Best dressed for me!
    The ‘Knocking it out of the park, again’ Award | Lupita Nyong’o 
    Once again one of my firm favourites on the awards show red carpet, the current IT girl of the fashion world, Lupita Nyong’o completely walked over the competition at the SAG’s this year.
    Taking on another bold colour choice, she donned a turquoise blue Gucci gown, it’s high neck littered with detailed floral embellishments. I’m glad she again opted for simple accessories here, anything else would’ve overpowered the sheer drama of the gown.
    The ‘Daring To Be Different’ Award | Natalie Dormer 

    The woman everyone was talking about on the night was British actress Natalie Dormer. Not only did she go a little left-field in a white Marios Swchab gown, with black netting wrapped around the back of the shoulders, but she showed off a brand new partly shaved hairdo.
     No one’s sure why she went for the chop – rumours are that it’s for the last Hunger Games film – but nevertheless I think she looks awesome here. With retro inspired hair, parted to show off an impressive ear cuff, and moody make-up, Natalie’s number one accessory that pulled the whole look together?…a ‘devil may care’ attitude.
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    The Shimmering Sirens Award | Isla Fisher + Emilia Clarke 

    Two shining stars next! Isla Fisher went all out Hollywood vixen in a beautiful ivory Oscar De La Renta gown. The colour is a brilliant contrast to her vivid red hair and I like the more burgundy tone to her lip colour too. Emilia Clarke went for rose pink sequined gown by Calvin Klein, which she styled up with a dramatic side-swept faux bob and dark accessories.
    Most Unexpected Look Award | Julia Roberts 

    After blending into the background at the Golden Globes, Julia Robert took a risk – pulling a bit of an Emma Watson – and went for a bright pink hued Valentino jumpsuit. Luckily for her the risk paid off! The colour just brightens up her complexion and alongside a relaxed hairdo, makes for a memorable look for all the right reasons this time.
    The Back To Basics Award | Jennifer Lawrence 

    JLaw in Christian Dior Couture! La La La! In all seriousness though, Jennifer pared down and went for sleeker look for the SAG’s. Her glittering, purple/black column gown is a vast improvement on her Golden Globes look and is proof that sometimes the bigger isn’t always better.
    The ‘Keeping It Classy’ Award | Mindy Kaling 
    Keeping on the simple and understated theme, comedic actress Mindy Kaling opted to keep is simple in a midnight blue David Meister gown. The colour is stunning on Mindy, who went for simple gold accents and tousled hair to accompany this very classy look. Plus the draping around the neckline and hips are oh so flattering!

    The Graphic Art Award | Julie Bowen 

    One of the more interesting dresses of the night was this look from actress Julie Bowen, who walked the red carpet in a striking Carolina Herrera dress. I adore the subtle architectural details of this gown, from the structured orange bodice, to the kimono-esque belt, to the bold graphic print on the skirt. It was a much welcome, contemporary look on what felt like a very traditional ‘old Hollywood’-style event.
    Best Head-To-Toe Black Award | Tina Fey 

    Tina Fey arrived with the cutest accessory of the night…her adorable daughter Alice! Not only did Alice look like a mini sartorial star, but Tina herself looked amazing in a simple black Oscar De La Renta gown. Despite the dark nature of a black gown, the silhouette looks just spectacular on Tina and very little else was needed for her to make this a stand out look!
    The Lady In Red Award | Elizabeth Moss 
    I think there’s some unwritten rule that red shouldn’t be worn on the red carpet…but in the case of Elizabeth Moss, you can toss that in the trash! I’m so in love with her bright red Michael Kors gown and even happier she also adopted a bright red lip too. The colour is magnificent against her skin tone too!
    The True Hollywood Glamour Award | Sofia Vergara 

    Sometimes you just have to look toward the great icons of the past for some serious style inspiration. Sofia merged the old time confidence of Marilyn Monroe with the modern day sassiness of J-Lo, in this sparkling silver Donna Karan mermaid gown. Adorned with an impressive statement necklace and a classic waved hairdo, Sofia looked like she was born to walk the red carpet.
    The ‘Flipped 180 Style’ Award | Michelle Dockery 
    From a dainty looking Golden Globes look to a full on minimalist J Mendel gown, Michelle’s proving herself to be quite the versatile dresser on the red carpet. White paneling and a plunging neckline add some drama to the look, and the classic red lips keep it from fading into the background.
    I’m also impressed with her choice of monochrome pattern pumps, which only go on to compliment the gown even more.
    Best Young Hollywood Award | Sarah Hyland

    Award season has been lacking in the teen demographic, but Sarah Hyland represented her fellow youthful peers in a pale pink Pamella Roland gown. I am, for once, thankful the dress falls longer on Sarah than it does on the original model, though I do love that we can still see Sarah’s pretty jeweled pumps underneath.
    Best ‘Plus-One’ + Best dressed couple Award | Camila Alves (+ Matthew McConoughey)
    And finally, Camila Alves may only be at the awards to support her equally well dressed other half, but the spotlight was firmly on her this time in her sunshine yellow Donna Karan gown. The shape lends itself to Camila curves and love the way the fabric cascades down towards the train of the gown. Not to mention the colour, despite yellow being incredibly difficult to pull off, goes perfectly with her warm skin tone. 
    Matthew wasn’t completely upstaged! He too looked pretty slick in a sharp Dolce & Gabbana suit, with a charming bow tie! 

    And that’s the SAG Awards done and dusted! 
    Let me know what your favourite looks were too…
    R.xoxo
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  • Red Carpet Fashion Round Up | Golden Globe Awards 2014

    It was one of the glitziest nights in Hollywood yesterday evening. The Golden Globes red carpet was awash (literally at first thanks to a burst pipe) with the best of the TV and film business. The standards for me were sky high this year and this event certainly set the bar for the next few awards shows in the coming weeks. Check out some of my favourite looks from the night…

    The ‘Now THAT’S How You Make An Entrance’ Award | Lupita Nyong’o
    An event like the Golden Globes attracts some of the biggest stars on the planet, but all eyes were on Lupita Nyong’o. The relative newcomer blew everyone away on the red carpet in a bold red Ralph Lauren gown, with the addition of a cape (a la Gwyneth Paltrow at the 2012 Oscars) and discrete jewels. This is by far my favourite look of the night. It was a risk that definitely paid off and I’m looking forward to see much more from her this season.
    The Beauty Is In The Detail Award | Zooey Deschanel
    I can always count on Zooey for a little bit of quirk. She really upped her game for the event in an Oscar De La Renta ensemble. At first glance it looks like a gown, but look a little closer and you can spot that she’s wearing separates, an embroidered crop top and tulle ballet skirt. And that’s not all! There’s the subtle studded pumps, simple rose gold jewels and also the side swept bun with floral hair accessories. Not to mention her amazing daisy nail art! On paper it sounds like there’s a lot going on, but the unified colour keeps her outfit from looking like a mash up of everything and the red lip provides a welcome hit of colour.
    Best Use Of Colour Award | Caitlin Fitzgerald & Reese Witherspoon
    Two ladies in blue who wore some of the brightest looks on the red carpet. Caitlin Fitzgerald went for a retro look in a light blue Emilia Wickstead gown, with 50’s inspired hair and make up. Her  unexpected choice of coral accessories was also just fantastic. Reese went for one of her favourite designers, Calvin Klein, for this simple and sleek ensemble. The teal colour look amazing on her and her minimal styling really let the dress pop on the screen.
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    The Fashion Forward Award | Emma Watson
    Whilst most ladies opted to stay within the award show gown boundaries there was one lady who dared to be different. Emma Watson broke apart from the fashion pack in Christian Dior Couture. From the front it looks like your standard minimalist dress, but the split reveals something a little unexpected…trousers! Yes! The Dior gown conceals a pair of skinny trousers, only revealed by the backless parting at the back. Accompanied by Roger Vivier pumps and slicked back hair, Emma certainly turned heads for all the right reasons. She risked it and I’m on my knees thanking her for it!
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    Best Colour Blocking Award | Taylor Swift & Amy Adams
    Though colour was prevalent all over the red carpet event, Taylor Swift and Amy Adams’ looks stood out as two of the best. 
    Taylor went for a bit of a different take on her usual retro styling in a strapless Carolina Herrera gown. As I predicted she looked amazing, but what shocked me most about this is that it was almost devoid of her now trademark glitter and jewels, even her signature red lips were slightly more subdued. Nevertheless I thought it was a refreshingly sophisticated look. Hopefully this is the start of an exciting season for her!
    Amy also went for red hues with her colour blocked Valentino gown. Despite the plunging neckline I thought it was a very classy look, almost reminiscent of her American Hustle character sans the hair! Pretty little jewels and a braided updo finished off the look.
    The Dainty Doll Award | Michelle Dockery
    Looking as regal as her Downtown Alley counterpart Michelle Dockery shimmered down the red carpet in an embellished Oscar De La Renta gown. The gown itself is stunning and requires little extra to make a statement, so I’m grateful for her simple styling, minimal jewelry and pretty satin pumps. J’adore Michelle!
    The ‘We’re Fabulous And We Know It’ Award | Tina Fey & Amy Poehler
    Hosts for the evening Tina and Amy walked the red carpet separately before posing together for the cameras. Tina stepped out in a gorgeous printed Carolina Herrera gown and Amy went for a sleeker black Stella McCartney dress. As fab as Beth and Kat were at the PCAs the other night, you can’t beat these comedic heroines.
    The Best Golden Globe-inspired Award | Naomi Watts
    Part of my own personal drinking game for the Golden Globes is to look out for someone who shimmers down the red carpet in a golden ensemble for the night. Naomi Watts was my personal favourite from this year’s ceremony in a glittering Tom Ford gown. I like the small cut outs that give a hint of skin, plus her complimenting golden jewelry too!
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    The Va Va Volumous Award | Sofia Vergara
    Sofia is known for her added sass and she certainly gave out a lot on the red carpet in this dramatic Zac Posen – she even joked she was smuggling people underneath the skirt! Setting off the look with a turquoise blue statement necklace, I thought this was a much softer look than we’re used to on Sofia. Am on the fence whether the dress and jewelry matched up but I like that she’s giving us something a little different this time.
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    The ‘Who Cares If It’s Dior Again, It’s Couture!’ Award | Jennifer Lawrence
    My girl Jen is becoming somewhat of an award show staple since she rocked up at the Oscars in Calvin Klein a few years ago. She became the girl that divided the most opinions on her Christian Dior Couture gown. As the face of the brand it’s no longer a surprise that she once again chose the designer for the event – she even joked about it on the red carpet – but again I think she carried off the look with class. It’s actually her styling that really got my attention, as she set off the look with dark jewels and oxblood red lips to give the gown a little edge. Perhaps not her most memorable look of all time but certainly not one of the worst.
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    Best Mamas-To-Be Award | Olivia Wilde, Kerry Washington & Drew Barrymore
    Three very different looks from three stunning mothers to be. Olivia Wilde shimmered down the red carpet in an embellished emerald green Gucci Premiere backless gown, Kerry Washington went for a lighter Balenciaga gown with the floating bodice highlighting her new baby bump, and Drew Barrymore was a welcome explosion of colour and embellishment in a bright Monique Lhuillier gown (which was one of my favourites from the Spring collection!).
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    The Rising Star Fashionista Award | Allison Williams
    I sort of criticised Allison for pulling an Emma Watson at the PCAs, but she’s proving her versatility with this amazing Alexander McQueen number. Accented with silver, black and white jewelry and make-up she’s becoming one of the ladies to look out for at these events.
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    The ‘Bow Down B*tches* Award | Emma Thompson & Cate Blanchett
    There are two things I’ve come to expect from awards season, one veteran actress will storm the event generally make me fall in love with her all over again for being a badass and two, Cate Blanchett will walk the red carpet like she’s Queen of Hollywood.
    At previous awards shows my BAMF actress has always been Helena Bonham Carter but this year Emma Thompson in her Laura Ashley gown faking tipsy-ness, heels and martini in hand as she presented the Best Screenplay award. And of course, Cate Blanchett looked positively decadent on an Armani Prive gown.
    As the title of this one says, bow down b*tches.
    So what about you guys? Who were your favourites from the event?

    R.xoxo
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  • Wishlist | Wrap It Up

    wrap it up scarves 2014
    Pink snood, New Look | Striped ‘Stella’ scarf, Monki | Burgundy scarf, Liberty | Fairisle Snood, Accessorize | Ethnic print scarf, Pull & Bear | Tartan Scarf, Topshop
    So I don’t need to tell you that the weather is horrendous here in the UK – boo to you rain! – so instead of digging out the Spring wardrobe it looks like we’ll be bracing ourselves wearing our Winter wardrobe for the foreseeable future. If there’s one good thing about this is weather it’s that it gives me an excuse to indulge in my mini obsession with scarves. It may look like I only wear a few from my Instagram snaps, but I have so many in my wardrobe that it’s kinda ridiculous. As always there’s always room for more, so I’ve had a gander at a few from around the web that I’m sticking in a wish list, if I ever choose to add to my collection…

    R.xoxo
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