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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 While I’ll applaud her efforts to bring some colour, her whole look is seriously outdated at the moment.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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  • Golden Globes 2012 – Red Carpet Fashion Round-Up part 2

    Part 2 of my Golden Globe red carpet round up…

    If there was one set of ladies I was looking forward to seeing at this awards show, it was the Glee ladies [surprise, surprise]. 
    Dianna Agron’s Giles gown, much like Emma Stone, was the cause of many headaches for me. One on hand, I don’t think there is any actress as stunning looking as Dianna, her hair and make up was flawless; the gown itself is gorgeous with it’s sculptured swan design on the bodice and intricate lace tiered cutouts. This look should be a match made in heaven, but something just doesn’t sit right with me. Maybe it’s the fit? Or her height? Or maybe the tiers just don’t sit right? Either way I’ve spent way too much time trying to convince myself that this look was incredible, but when you compare it to last year’s Golden Globe’s look? I hate to say it but it’s only…okay [God it kills me to say that] 
    Lea Michele seemed to have co-ordinated with her co-star [but let’s not get into Faberry/Achele on this blog]. Lea glittered in a very risque Marchesa gown with an amazing embroidered bodice. She looked amazing, kept jewellery and styling simple. The dress speaks for itself here. 

    Amber Riley and Naya Rivera were the only other two Glee girls in attendance on the red carpet this year. Amber blew me away here in Badgley Mischka, simple, red hot and fabulous. Naya tried something a little different in a high collar Vera Wang gown. This is probably the best shot of it, which I think says something about her choice here. Naya has a bold and brash personality and I wish her dress choice was so…well dull.  Kudos to her for stepping out of the box, but try a little harder next time Naya.  

    A surprise favourite for me was Evan Rachel Wood. Her peacock inspired Gucci Premiere gown was pretty break-taking, from the plunging neckline, to the shimmering fish scales down towards the feathered tail. Just like a peacock she strutted the red carpet with her head held high with minimal make up. Beautiful!

    It wasn’t all about the acting talent on the night. Madonna picked up an award for Best Original Song for her film W.E in a Reem Acra gown. The gowns something a little different for the singer and it’s not as horrendous as some of the other red carpet photos made it out to look. I’m glad I found this photo though, my one gripe about her styling was the fingerless black glove on her right hand [conveniently hidden behind her skirt here].

    Blue was a big trend this year, but there was more than one way of working it. Kelly Osbourne was covering the red carpet in a Zac Posen fishtail gown that was awfully crumpled, the gown itself is lovely but don’t get me started on her hair! Wash it out Kelly!
    Michelle Williams is certainly going out of her way to distance herself from her on screen portrayal of Marilyn Monroe, here in a midnight blue Jason Wu gown. The print is a nice change for Michelle, who usually goes for more minimal styles but it was kinda ‘meh’ compared to past looks. 
    You can always count on Tilda Swinton to grab the attention on the red carpet in a pale blue Haider Ackermann gown. The only other person I can see pulling this look off is Rooney Mara or Cate Blancett, you need to be statuesque to work this look. Some may hate on the dress but Tilda is never one to conform with a pretty princess dress for awards season and this look is completely her own. 

    One lady I was very dissppointed with was Mila Kunis, which is a complete turnaround from her impressive run at last year’s awards show. Attending just to host is no excuse to pick a boring Dior dress Mila, you’re shrinking into the background! I’m praying she gets her mojo back soon [fingers crossed]

    Young Hollywood was noticably missing from this year’s Golden Globes but was nicely represented by Shailene Woodley and Ariel Winter. Shailene kept it minimal is a sleek Marchesa gown, whereas Ariel looked adorable in a purple Dolce & Gabbana dress black bow pumps. 
    [All images via Zimbio.com] 

    I’ve definitely missed doing these round ups =) here’s to another great awards show season!