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  • Golden Globe Awards 2013 | Red Carpet Round Up | Part 2

    Part two of my Golden Globe Awards red carpet round up!

    Emily Blunt & Nicole Kidman
    Emily Blunt embraced the spirit of the Golden Globes in a gorgeous, golden Michael Kors gown. Between the cut out panelling, the sleek up-do and the pop of colour from her earrings this is a really great look for her.
    The next look came as a surprise. Who are you and what have you done with Nicole Kidman? My jaw hit the floor when I saw Nicole in her Alexander McQueen gown. Yes it’s black but the detailing under the bust and the neckline keep my interest and I love the styling here.
    A trio of ladies in the ‘No, must do better’ pile for me next. Kelly Osbourne wore a in pale green Zac Posen gown which itself is ok, but matched with the god-awful un-matchable hair colour she has at the moment. For someone who’s supposedly a member of the fashion police, she’s not living up to her sartorial reputation of late.
    After looking quite lovely at the PCA’s Kaley Cuoco ruined a perfectly good look with just one swipe of a lipstick. Unlike Julianne Hough her Zuhair Murad gown is totally overshadowed by her dark/gothic make-up – had this been paired with Taylor Swift’s gown I may have given it a pass. Bad move Kaley.
    And finally Halle Berry in a tropical print Atelier Versace gown. While I’ll applaud her efforts to bring some colour, her whole look is seriously outdated at the moment. I don’t think I’ve seen anything different, from styling to hair to make up, from her since the early 2000’s.

    As always there are some women who just keep looking fabulous no matter what their age. Helen Mirren was a knock out, as always, in a sleek black Badgley Mischka gown with gold detailing. It’s actually a very similar design to Emily Blunt’s but minus the panelling, but she looks just as amazing.
    Veteran actress Sally Field looked wonderfully elegant in a dark navy Alberta Ferretti gown adorned with diamond jewels. Simple styling is key to making this look beautiful.

    Taylor Swift *& Ariel Winter
    Taylor Swift pulls another one out of the bag in a dark Donna Karen gown. I adore this colour on Taylor and the subtle hint a skin with the dark panel running up the thigh, this probably the most mature look we’ve seen on her and it’s wonderful seeing her branch out from her usual bejewelled gowns and red lips. 
    On the flipside is the beautifully bubbly Ariel Winter. She wore a brightly patterned Valentino mini, with a full skirt. Event and age appropriate, Ariel both looks so grown up yet never too old for her age.
    After three years of reigning supreme on the Golden Globe red carpet the cast of Glee seemed greatly diminished this year – judging by their instagrams most of them had hit the ski slopes instead lol. With my style queen Dianna Agron noticeably absent my faith was resting on one Lea Michelle to rep my babies at the event. She definitely delivered stunning embellished white Elie Saab gown with emerald jewels, my only gripe? Has Rachel Berry gone a bit spray tan crazy because Lea looks a little on the orange side here…hmmm
    I’ll count her just because I’m running low on McKinley cast members, but Kate Hudson also attended the event wearing a high neck keyhole gown by Alexander McQueen. I actually really love this look but just wish she’d have pulled back her hair a little so we can see that gorgeous shoulder detailing too!

    A high profile event like this wouldn’t be complete without a couple of diva-ish looks would it? Heidi Klum went all out model in a blinding white gown by Alexandre Vauthier with a thigh high split.
    Then Ms Jenny-from-the-block herself, Jennifer Lopez arrived in a skin tight nude gown by Zuhair Murad, with lace detailing to cover her modesty.


    Katharine McPhee & Claire Danes

    Katharine McPhee certainly has put her wholesome American Idol days and is embracing her inner Marilyn sex goddess in daring Theyskens’ Theory gown, complete with plunging neckline and thigh high split. It’s sleek, it’s fashion forward and totally hot.
    Clare Danes also went for a red hot look in a simple Atelier Versace gown with loose hair, love the draping on the gown.

    Anne Hathaway’s Les Mis co-star, Amanda Seyfried, also went for a pure white look in a white lace Givenchy dress. The detailing is so subtle but makes for a wonderfully put together gown.
    Naomi Watts went for darker shade in a deep burgundy body con gown by Zac Posen with keyhole detailing around the bust and a simple retro updo. 

    Adding some pops of colour to the red carpet crowds were Rosario Dawson and Marion Cotillard. Rosario went for a sky blue Antonio Beradi dress with ever the popular peplum detailing, they way this hugs her latina figure is amazing.
    In true artisan style Marion went for an unpredictable orange dress from Christian Dior with slicked back hair. Matching pumps and barely there make up style up what could’ve been a rather dull look.

    It was all about taking risks for the next two actresses. Kerry Washington, like Rachel Weisz, went for a sheer midi dress, this time in nude Miu Miu with embroidery and embellishment detailing. This look suits her to a ‘t’ and is well paired with her nude pumps.
    Olivia Munn went for a rather relaxed Georgio Armani gown with a patterned top and sleek black hair.
    Jodie Foster
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    Woman of the night, Jodie Foster, debuted a ‘Wintour’-inspired blunt bob with a blue hued Georgio Armani gown. But what really got my attention was her pure confidence as she stood up on that podium declaring she was here loud and proud. Bravo Ms Foster!

    What were your favourite looks at the event? Are there any looks you weren’t as keen on?
    *all images via Zimbio


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    R.xoxo
  • Golden Globe Awards 2013 | Red Carpet Round Up | Part 1

    This year’s Annual Golden Globe Awards were showcase last Sunday and I have to be honest, I think this is the best dressed year so far.
    Hands down the best dressed at the event came from a surprising contender. Lucy Liu completely blew me away in a Summer-y floral print Carolina Herrera ballgown. I can imagine this look is set be a divider (most likely for the ‘out-there’ print but with a beach-y fishtail plait, barely there make up and an attitude exuding confidence (and fun!) she flat rolled the competition for me.
    A very close second, and a very different look, was the ever amazing Anne Hathaway. The Les Mis actress wore a beautiful minimalistic Chanel gown, with tiny embellishments and peplum detail. She looked positively angelic!

    A tale of two red dresses here. I sat on the fence about Jennifer Lawrence‘s red Christian Dior Haute Couture gown before deciding it was merely passable. I’ll admit she looked amazing, but compared to some of the more dramatic looks of the night I’m left wishing she pushed for something a little different. Though I do love her styling, let’s hope she go all out for the Oscars in a few weeks. Zooey Deschanel really captured my heart in her stunning Oscar De La Renta ballgown. I don’t know what it is but this look stands out ahead of Jennifer’s for me. Maybe it’s the vintage pearls or Audrey Hepburn styling…most likely it’s her nail art. But either way, thumbs up from me Zooey!  
    Highly dramatic and golden looks from the next two ladies. Michelle Dockery looked truly beautiful in her Alexandre Vauthier gown, with a golden high neckline, like a modern day Elizabethan noble, in a good way of course! Julianne Hough seems to be on a roll at the moment and attended the event in a stunning tulle gown by Monique Lhuillier. She could’ve easily pulled off a very princess-y look with this but went for edgier styling with her quiff and smoky eyes.

    Tina Fey & Amy Poehler

    Our esteemed hosts for the evening were Tina Fey and Amy Poehler and both forwent the typical Hollywood gown. Tina looked fabulous in a custom L’Wren Scott midi dress with lace detailing and black pumps, much improved from last year’s season, let’s hope she keeps this up! Amy pulled a complete 180 from previous years, opting for the only suit on the red carpet. Her sleek black Stella McCartney two piece was certainly eye catching and accompanied by flawless hair and make up.

    Amy Adams & Jessica AlbaIsla Fischer Megan Fox & Hayden Panettiere

    Were all these actresses on some sort of conference call or something? Nude and peach seemed to be the most popular theme of the night with all 5 of these ladies opting for the neutral shade. Amy Adams styled up her Marchesa fishtail gown with vintage hair, I actually love the tulle on the end of the gown; Jessica Alba went for coral Oscar De La Renta ensemble, complete with matching lips and feathered clutch; Isla Fischer went embellished in a Reem Acra gown; Megan Fox turned to her signature look in her Dolce & Gabbana dress, with added sex appeal; and finally Hayden Panetierre in a similar looking dress to Amy this time by Roberto Cavalli accompanied by hot pink accessories.

    Jessica Chastain & Rachel Weisz

    In a sea of just wonderful looks, there had to be a few that slipped through the net. Two women who really disappointed were Jessica Chastain and Rachel Weisz. Oh Jessica, I do believe I pronounced you one of the best dressed at the Golden Globes last year! There’s no doubt Jessica looks amazing and the Calvin Klein dress had potential too look just as good, but I just want to grab the halterneck of the gown and hoist it up properly. It simply looks ill-fitted which is a shame because she was one of my ones to watch out for this year.
    When you know you’re guaranteed James Bond himself as your arm candy, surely you’re going to try to channel you inner Bond girl and really pull out the stops for your red carpet look. Well, Rachel tried. But her polka-dotted Louis Vuitton ensemble was somewhat of a disaster. Toeing the line between slightly girly and slighly edgy and a little vintage, the whole thing felt a little mismatched (sorry Rachel, still love you!)

    Adele & Kristen Bell

    Obviously I don’t want to end this part chastising two of my favourites to watch on the red carpet bomb at this event. So here’s two gorgeous mothers/mum-to-be who’s, Adele and Kristen Bell. Adele stuck deep into her comfort zone black Burberry dress, though I adore her up-do and make up here. Kristen also went for a British designer, Jenny Packham. The gorgeous lilac gown with bejewelled neckline showed off Kristen’s ever growing bump (also worth noting this is actually the gown showcased in Harrod’s modern Disney Princess designs).

    Stay tuned for part 2!

    *all images via Zimbio


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  • People’s Choice Awards 2013 | Red Carpet Round Up

    A new year and a new awards show season. Kicking off into high gear was the 39th Annual People’s Choice Awards. I was particularly impressed by this event, lots of new names standing out from the pack and veteran stars really shining…
    Taylor Swift Ellen Pompeo

    Two favourites! First off my girl Ms Taylor Swift. Hot off the back of an apparent split with a certain Directioner (the whole thing still screams PR stunt), Taylor hit the red carpet in fighting form wearing a white Ralph Lauren gown, with a swept up hairdo and smouldering eyes. Despite her messy personal life, I think she looked amazing here!
    Another favourite at the event was actress Ellen Pompeo. Very rarely seen out at this type of thing, she look amazing-ly ethereal on the red carpet and, like Taylor, wore a gorgeous little-white-dress – this time by Lanvin. The addition of the black belt is perfect to cinch in the gown too.
    Lea Michelle Chloe Moretz
    Bold and bright were the order of the day for these two ladies. Lea Michele repped Glee cast alongside her co-star Chris Colfer at the event in a bubblegum pink Ellie Saab mini with matching heels. She looked super cute with her plaited up do, and it’s just been lovely seeing her have fun with her style recently – trying to get away from the all-black-wardrobe of Ms Rachel Berry, Lea?
    Chloe Moretz positively glowed in a neon yellow Simone Rochas floral dress. This looks great on Chloe, there are very few who can pull off something as bright as this. My only gripe is her shoe choice, a little uninspiring from the ankle down Chloe!
    Emma Watson Jennifer Lawrence
    Two actresses from the biggest franchises in the world were also in attendance. Emma Watson  skipped the nicities and paps, heading straight for her seat, but we got a good glimpse of her in the press room after winning her awards. Emma Watson‘s geometric print, this time a Peter Pilotto. and edgy heels has become somewhat of a signature look when she’s attended these less formal awards shows. Nevertheless she look great! Jennifer Lawrence’s look was my favourite out of the two actresses though, in a subtle shimmering Valentino Couture dress. This may be a bit of a hit or miss look for people, but I personally really like the subtle-y of the hangs here. 
    Kaley Cuoco Melissa Rauch
    Two actresses from The Big Bang Theory and two very different looks. PCA host, Kaley Cuoco wore a pretty pink Christian Siriano dress. It’s very prissy and very princess-y and I’m left thinking this may be more appropriate on one of our young Hollywood stars than Kaley. On the other end of the scale was Melissa Rauch who stood out in a canary yellow Junko Yoshioka gown. It was wonderfully refreshing to see this burst of colour from an actress slowly creeping into people’s fashion conscious.
    Jennifer Aniston Katy Perry
    Not everyone looked as amazing at this event. Jennifer Aniston picked up her ‘Best Comedic Actress’ wearing a leather Christian Dior mini on stage. I do admire Jennifer for giving an edgier look a go, but it just didn’t work here. If you’re going for a dress like this, you’ve got to commit to it and the whole look feels tired and boring. Katy Perry shocked everyone, both forgoing the red carpet and working a very demure look. Again, like Jennifer I admire her for trying something different and maybe this is a new more mature Ms Perry we’re seeing in 2013. But her Valentino dress was, well…a little bland. It’s great she’s toning down the crazy, but what’s wrong with a little fun Katy?
    Julianne Hough Heidi Klum
    Unlike Katy and Jennifer, I breathed a sigh of relief when I saw Julianne Hough and Heidi Klum‘s looks here. Julianne’s glittering Tony Ward tea dress looked fabulous from her and I love the subtle matching of her shoes. Just proof that you don’t have to bare all to get my attention Hough! Heidi’s red carpet style is a bit of a roller-coaster ride, but she definitely on a high here. Her sleek Julian Macdonald gown was pretty much flawless and gave peeks at her mod-bod. Bravo Heidi!
    Taylor Spreitler Ashley Rickards
    It’s always nice to see some great looks on unfamiliar faces during January awards season. Taylor Spreitler almost gave her name-sake Ms Swift a run for her money in her metallic silver gown, accessorized with a fresh face of make up and fairytale braids. Ashley Rickards wore a lovely embellished Aidan Mattox gown to the event. With her turn in MTV’s Awkward we’ll hopefully see more of this girl in 2013. 
    Nikki Deloach Brittany Snow
    Candy colours are always a favourite, especially with spring arriving soon – hopefully anyway. Nikki Deloach went for a Dilek Halif gown with a bouffant top-knott, and Pitch Perfect actress Brittany Snow wore a Maria Lucia Hohan midi dress. Both very simple yet very glam looks. Rachael Leigh Cook Naomi Watts
    And finally, two dramatic looks from Rachael Leigh Cook and Naomi Watts. I feel like I haven’t seen Rachael in anything since her ‘She’s All That’ days, but she really went for the it in an airy, blue Oliver Tolentino gown, with sparkling silver heels. Very modern-day Cinderella.
    Naomi looked stunning in rather daring Alexander McQueen gown, the whole thing could’ve looked very tacky but I love it!

    What do you guys thinks? Favourite best and worst looks from the PCA’s? What do you think of the kick-starter to the awards season?

    *all images via Zimbio
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