Red Carpet Fashion: Oscar 2012 After Parties

As great as the Red Carpet looks are, let's not count out the amazing fashions from all the star-studded After Parties! And since I didn't list any honorable mentions from the arrivals as I usually do, I figured I would show case a few party looks instead! I won't go into as much detail as the awards season picks but here are some fabulous ladies rocking gorgeous gowns & dresses

Steal Her Look For Less: Cameron Diaz's White Jumpsuit Look


Hello Summer! While temperatures continue to rise, actress Cameron Diaz looks cool as a cucumber as she promotes her latest movie Bad Teacher in Cancun, Mexico. This white-hot ensemble is the perfect combination of summertime, chicness and effortless style. A dark denim jacket from Current/Elliot pops against the crispness of her the A.L.C white jumpsuit. Cameron also keeps accessories fuss free and easy with adorable espadrille sandals (supposedly Christian Louboutin) and a turquoise necklace that brightens up the look.  Usually I'm not a fan of white wedges - but for some reason those shoes are calling out to me! And the burst of color from the necklace is so fabulous and such a fantastic styling tip for the coming warmer days. To avoid sweating to death from wearing too much jewelry one strand of beads doubled is great accessory balance. You'll have a little flair without feeling weighed down by tons of baubles. She's also wearing one of my fav staples for summer wear - a denim jacket. In the evenings (believe it or not it does cool down in some places!) it can be a great outfit topper and one of the best things to pack for a trip. You can pair it with dresses, pants and/or shorts (but please never do denim-on-denim). While Cam's jacket alone could set you back almost 300 dollars, I've found some great go-to options that keep your budget in check:

More Gap...

I'm seriously obsessed with both of those wedges and that Gap jacket. You can try re-creating this look à la Ms. Diaz or wear the pieces separately with other items in your closet. How fab would those necklaces look with a LBD or jeans and a tee? Either way your style will look fresh at that next BBQ you're attending. Happy Monday!

1st image via InStyle

Red Hot!

You may remember this past summer when I first spoke about my love affair with red. It has only grown - especially with the addition of this little number to my closet. I just noticed that two of my favorite actresses sported red on the red carpets for their movie premieres.. Let's see if you're in as much love with them as I am.

  

I love both of these women in movies and in the fashion world. Here they are chosing bold red choices and look amazing. Rachel McAdams stepped onto the red carpet in Berlin wearing a gorg Michael Kors gown with leather straps. Her messy updo is sexy and keeps the whole look from being so polished - which I love. Those straps add playfulness to the floor sweeping dress and I am loving the back - it's TDF.



Cameron Diaz looks absolutely unbelievable walking the Green carpet for her new movie The Green Hornet. My favorite color to pair with red is nude - and she looks stunning! Her one shoulder Azzaro cocktail dress and Casedi pumps are fab. Cam was actually my inspiration for chopping of my hair into a short bob with bangs back in 2005 but I'm totally loving her longer curly locks here. Check out this closeup of her makeup (pink lips with a red dress - totally works on her) and of those killer arms she has:

How freaking gorgeous is she?!? Love it!

So loves - do tell... are you loving these looks? Have you braved rocking a red frock yet? If not - I 

recommend you run out right now and grab one - no red carpet needed! In fact - we got one for my mom for Christmas and she LOVES it! If you want sexy back appeal like Rachel try this pick. Or for Cam's one shoulder cocktail style try this pick from LuLus or this one from ASOS. My one accessory pick when wearing this shade? Confidence!

1st image via People, 2nd image via InStyle, 3rd and 4th images via Getty

Red Carpet Fashion: Academy Awards 2010

Finally - it's like the Super Bowl of Red Carpet Fashion - The Academy Awards! I love that this is the night where going all out is completely acceptable and sometimes that super girly gown actually fits in with the evening. Trends this year? Metallics were definitely a huge player along with structured gowns. Also I loved the "Old Hollywood Glamour" that several ladies were showing. And a few ladies who I loved were a bit controversial on everyone else's best dressed lists... But I think they look fantastic! Oh and did anyone else love Steve and Alec's hosting job. I was in stitches the whole evening. :) So let's get to my favorite red carpet picks...

Sandra Bullock's whole look right here is very vintage, very old Hollywood Glamour and a step out for the funny woman. Although she never takes herself too seriously, last night she was just glowing. Her gold embroidered Marchesa gown fit her like a glove. She looked absolutely beautiful and gave what I think was one of the best acceptance speeches I have heard in a while. Plus I loved that the jewelry she wore was her own. Sweet and simple. Congratulations Sandy on your little gold statue and a fantastic fashion choice!

I'll admit it - I am a huge Cameron Diaz fan. Her California girl style is so laid back and chic at the same time. But I really do love her glittery Oscar de la Renta gown here. I mean why not wear Oscar to the Oscars?? I love that the bodice is tight and the skirt is perfect - not overly full/way too princessy. Rocking her trademark red lips and lightened locks she keeps everything else simple and added Cartier jewels to her look. Love Love Love! :)

Steering away from the metallic I'm diving right into one of Spring's biggest trends - prints. I am all about bright colors and Rachel McAdams hit it out of the park. Her Elie Saab Haute couture gown looks like Spring came early! I love the bodice detail - absolutely gorgeous. And even though I'm all about the drama I love that the gown is so bright that she keeps everything else simple. But check out these 145 carat Lorraine Schwartz cluster earrings:

Ah-maazzing!

Come on - Did you really think I would pick my best dressed list and not put Diane Kruger on it?? Seriously... Look... At... This. It's gorgeous! Head to toe Chanel. And not only that - but ruffled Chanel. While this was one of the controversial dresses I was referring to in the beginning, I don't care. I love it. Something that only this beautiful fashionista could pull off. And that Chanel broach she added to her Hollywood Glam updo - the icing on the cake. Diane you can do wrong in my book!

OK... I know you might be thinking I am crazy for picking this but I am in love with this dress. Zoe Saldana might just be the most gorgeous lady in Hollywood right now. She had two blockbuster movies to celebrate and this over the top Givenchy Haute Couture gown was extremely well suited for her. Playing up the latest trend, purple, the glittery bodice and ruffled bottom are an unusual combination - which I am obsessed with. It looks absolutely stunning on her. Super Couture. Super Amazing. Her Lorraine Schwartz Amethyst ring pops and adds an extra dose of purple. Simple hair and flawless makeup complete this look. Dying!!

  

My honorable mentions: Demi Moore and Maggie Gyllenhall. Demi left her usual blacks and navys behind and went for nude in her Atelier Versace ruffled gown. I have a feeling this might have been a push by amazing stylist Rachel Zoe. And Maggie (ever the fashion forward lady) donned a Dries Van Noten printed dress and gorgeous pink lips.

What are your thoughts on this year's red carpet? Did I forget someone who you loved? Do tell! xoxo

images via Celebrity Gossip, Fabsugar, People

Red Carpet Fashion: Golden Globes 2010

Were the rest of you in stitches after last night's Golden Globes? Ricky Gervais had me laughing so hard with his British dry sense of humor. There were also sweet moments like Meryl Streep's acceptance speech and Martin Scorsese receiving the Cecil B. DeMille Award. And of course - it was a night of fashion! So let's get started with my favs from last night. And boy was there a lot to choose from! (remember - these are just my meek and mild choices of personal favorites and have no merit except for my ♥ for fashion)

Well this is a no brainer! Emily Blunt is absolutely radiant in her pink ruffled tulle Dolce & Gabbana gown. It was so nice to see splashes of color throughout the carpet and this is a top pick! She paired her gown with Lorraine Schwartz jewels and Ferragamo clutch. By the way did I mention that I LOVE the ruffles and tulle?? She looks absolutely fantastic and I am sure we will see this as a Best Dressed pick everywhere. (Plus she's wearing the same mid length curly locks we spotted a few weeks ago at the People's Choice Awards)

 

Vogue's September issue told us that Red would be the new color (see the amazing Red Riding Hood editorial here and Cameron Diaz seems to pull it off effortlessly. Her scarlet satin Alexander McQueen dress plays up the 80's big shoulder trend and the minimal draping in the front is perfect. Ferragamo pumps and bright red lips are easily the best accessories and keep Cameron's look simple and elegant. Very chic.

Whoa Mamma! Jennifer Garner shows off her post baby bod and looks absolutely fabulous in her beaded Atelier Versace gown. The back of the dress is absolute OOC - I am obsessed with it and still currently searching for a picture. Jen called it an "Aquanet kind of day" and her teased half up half down hair pairs nicely and keeps her from seeming too "overdone". A dust of burgundy eye shadow, coral lips and Bulgari diamonds (that gorgeous bracelet is vintage - ah dying!) round out her look. What a stunner!!

What? You think I'd go through a red carpet without picking something sparkly??? I think not! Toni Collette shimmers in this long Elie Saab glittered gown. Toni really kept everything in the Gold color hue (golden dress, golden skin, golden makeup, and that hair is an amazing color) which went nicely with her win for Best Actress in a TV Series. Jewelry by Neil Lane finalized this look. While this choice may seem safe or done before - I'm totally loving it. The gown fits her body to a T and she looks really radiant. Plus I really am a sucker for bedazzled anything.

While I couldn't choose every look I loved - here are a few of my honorable mentions. :)

Dianna Agron, who plays cheerleader-turned-glee member Gwen, had a safe but beautiful champagne Reem Acra. Love the bodice!

Diane Kruger's Christian Lacroix is a fuchsia avant-garde at its finest. Never one to shy away from a fashion risk this frock seems to fit well for Diane. It's textured and the white bow is a stark contrast that gives it that couture feel.

Olivia Wilde, who was the epitome of girly last year in this lilac Reem Acra gown, decided to go more edgy this year proving she can rock either look. Smokey eyes and a sassy ponytail add to her absolutely gorgeous look. This gunmetal Gucci gown looks as if it was made specifically for her body. But one lucky person can own this dress as Olivia has offered it up for auction with the proceeds going towards the victims of the Haiti earthquake. Find out more information here.

And this is only the beginning! We've got the The Screen Actor's Guild awards and the Grammys coming up this month! Can't wait to see what else 2010 has in store fashion wise! Happy Monday! xoxo

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