February 2012
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{Fashion Critique}: Oscars 2012, part three
What do a pussy bow, a mannequin leg, and He-Man all have in common? Why, they all made appearances on the Oscar red carpet of course.
Emma Stone, Giambattista Valli
First rule of the Oscar Red Carpet Club: Never, ever try to repeat a red carpet look; especially of an iconic dress. If you’re going to go there, you had better improve upon the original and that would be one hell of a...
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{Fashion Critique}: Oscars 2012, part two
How did cinema’s leading ladies do on the red last night? Did they hit or miss the mark completely? Let’s have a look.
Viola Davis, Vera Wang
There was a lot of raving about this gown last night. The color is fantastic on her and therein lies the majority of the comments. Few said little about the style which is not nearly as flattering as Viola’s past gowns....
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{Fashion Critique}: Oscars 2012, part one
Last night the stars walked the 500 feet of that most famous expanse of red in the world: The Academy Awards. I was hoping to be wowed but, for the most part, stars played it safe. I wanted serious high fashion - they were celebrating nostalgic Hollywood after all. The theme for the evening screamed for it. Alas, most left me wanting. In spite of my let down, who do I think was the loveliest of...
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{Walking the Red}: Oscars
It’s the most wonderful time….of the year! Oscar day loves! That most glamorous of days in all the year for the movie industry. I was dreaming the other day, if I were walking the red, what ever would I wear. So many choices, so many beautiful gowns. Let me tell you, I had no idea how difficult a challenge this would be. There is much to consider: season, age appropriateness, lights,...
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{Crushing:} White on black
Black and white is a fairly ubiquitous combination. And due to it’s popularity it can also be quite boring; a predictable go-to. So how do you punch it up? I love the shock of a white coat or jacket over a head to toe black ensemble. It is so very chic and looks effortless.
Rooney Mara at the Academy Awards luncheon.
I already have a fashion crush on Rooney (save for that...
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{Fashion Critique}: Grammys 2012, Part Two
More Grammy red carpet fun. You know what to do.
Katy Perry, Elie Saab
Smurfette. The gown is gorgeous (you know I love Elie) but it seems to me that someone is trying to deflect divorce talk by stumping us with an out of character choice. However, if her hair was her natural color, she’d look beautiful in this.
Corinne Bailey Rae, Christian Siriano
I love, love...
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{Fashion Critique}: Grammys 2012, Part One
The Grammys - the Oscars of the music industry. You never know what you will see when the musicians hit the red carpet. And they did not disappoint. Let’s get to it shall we?
Adele, Armani Prive
Fabulous. There is not a pucker anywhere on this gown nor a hair out of place. The hem is perfect, love the 3/4 sleeves and those shoes! Not much of them are seen here but they are a glittery...
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{Fashion Critique:} SAG - Solo in the Spotlight
Some ladies bucked all red carpet trends and walked it alone in a gown that hinted not of anyone else’s attire. So who brought frowns and who deserves crowns?
Natalie Portman, Giambattista Valli
Predictable. And I keep thinking of dried blood every time I look at this dress. Sorry world. I’m just not into it.
Shailene Woodley, L Wren Scott
Was her real...
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{Fashion Critique:} SAG - Vintage Glam
There was a little vintage glam on the red for SAG awards. This can be difficult to do because sometimes the star or the stylist takes it a bit too far. One should never look as if they stepped out of a period publication unless you’re in a historical biopic. So who channeled it best?
Emma Stone, Alexander McQueen
Definitely a fave of the evening. I get really bored with black...
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{Fashion Critique:} SAG - Grey Chic
Grey is the it neutral of the moment (though, personally, it’s always my go to neutral) and several lovelies walked the red in this elegant color. So who went over the top and who got it just right?
Lea Michele, Versace
The Versace is fabulous. The Lea not so much. Are we surprised that she went there? She wants so badly to be a woman in her thirties. You’ll get there...
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{Fashion Critique:} SAG - Berrylicious
Nothing is more flattering to the skin than berry tones. EVERYONE looks great in some shade of cherry pink or raspberry. Fortunately there were several lovely gowns in these mouth-watering tones. So how did they do?
Sofia Vergara, Marchesa
Aside from being a bit bored with her mermaid uniform, Sofia always looks fantastic. And this lush berry tone is definitely fantastic. Gown is too...
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{Fashion Critique:} SAG - Cut It Out
A few ladies hit the red carpet in gowns with angular midriff cutouts. The geometric lines are difficult for most to wear because a balance between angular and curvilinear lines needs to exist in the body itself. They can’t compete. In short, if you’re curvy, you will look doughy and dumpy. If you have a more athletic figure, then it will only serve to emphasize the existing angles. In...
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{Fashion Critique:} SAG - Brilliant in Blue
These ladies opted for a shocking blue hue to grace the red carpet and it was a nice change from all the black and white gowns. So who made it brilliant and who made it dreadful?
Penelope Ann Miller, David Meister
Judging by the horizontal tug of war going on across her body, the seams on this dress are struggling to keep her in it. Not to mention it wreaks of late 80s / early 90s.
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{Fashion Critique:} SAG - Back in Black, bodice...
Part 2 of the SAG award posts brings more black with an emphasis on a prominent non-black decorative element. Who nailed it and who failed it?
Jane Krakowski, Antonio Berardi
When at first glance a gown makes you do a double take because it appears that one’s breasts are exposed, it’s probably not a good choice. That bodice panel is exactly the same color as your skin, Jane....
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{Fashion Critique:} SAG - Back in Black
Next to the Oscars, the SAGs are my favorite awards show. It has a more casual atmosphere than the Oscars and stars don’t have to step it up quite as much as they do for the Oscars. That doesn’t mean one can get lazy, mind you. So who did it well and who failed?
Glenn Close, Zac Posen
Back away from the Zac Posen. The gown is too tight, the mermaid style doesn’t suit...