2020 Oscar Fashion

Hollywood's elite took over the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday night for the 92nd Academy Awards. For the second year in a row the Oscars had no host, but as always had the most talked about fashion of the year. Here are my hits and misses from twenty twenty!

Scarlett Johansson in Oscar de la Renta

Scarlett looked the epitome of Hollywood glamour in an Oscar de la Renta floor length gown that featured an exposed corset and liquidy, metallic skirt with train. The corset style and sexy sparkle was perfect for Scarlett's bombshell body. The dress also allowed her to show off her tattoos!

Mindy Kaling in Dolce and Gabbana

I always get excited about a yellow dress and this shade is perfect for Mindy. The draping and ruching is so beautiful, and paired with a diamond statement necklace and dangle earrings this look shouts classic old Hollywood. Mindy was styled by Meghan Markle BFF Jessica Mulroney!

Janelle Monae in Ralph Lauren

More metallic and sparkle! This custom Ralph Lauren creation featuring a glitzy hood was reportedly made with 168,000 Swarovski crystals! This dress may have make Janelle looked covered up and modest, but the tight fitting bust and surprise open back oozed sensuality. I loved how she paired it with a diamond necklace and diamond rings!

Lily Aldridge in Ralph Lauren

This entire look shows that simple and elegant can really make an impact. From the classic silhouette to the breezy ruffles, to pop of red with the flower and lip color, it's perfect!

Cynthia Erivo in Versace

Yes, I'm obsessed with white gowns and glitter (#sorrynotsorry). This Versace dress really elevates the classic ballgown and traditional sweetheart neckline. It's glitz, it's glam, and it was the most eye catching dress on the red carpet. I'm not a huge fan of the nails, all the rings, and the shoes, but she looks hot! I love the full skirt.

Major misses for me this year included Kristen Wiig (really? wtf! she looked like a lasagna.), America Ferrera (gave me total Princess Bride vibes), Maya Rudolph (sparkly mumu), and Billie Eilish (what's with the radio active skunk hair and baggy pajama look?).

Honorable mentions go to Renee Zellweger, Regina King, Florence Pugh, Tom Hanks, and Christine Lahti. Kudos to Elizabeth Banks and Jane Fonda who actually re-wore dresses they had worn at previous red carpets. Ladies in red!

I was annoyed by Maya Rudolph and Kristen Wiig's stand up, but highlights of the night for me included Steven Martin and Chris Rock and Eminem! 

2019 Met Gala Fashion

Every first Monday in May the most high profile celebrities of the year gather for The Met Gala which takes place at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The Gala benefits the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute and marks the opening of the Costume Institute's annual fashion exhibit. This year's exhibit and theme is "Camp: Notes in Fashion." The Met Gala is where the weirder and wackier the fashion is, the more it's celebrated. Let's take a look at five of my favorites from the night...

Jourdan Dunn in Zac Posen

I have never seen anything like this before! Zac Posen teamed up with GE Additive and Protolabs to bring 3D printed works of fashion art to life. I love that she's a rose and the sheen and reflection off the dress is stunning. This color is stunning on her and I like that she kept her hair long and straight to really let the dress do the talking.

Constance Wu in Marchesa

I love the steely blue/gray and all the jewels and embellishments. The nod to the 1920s is my favorite part!

Danai Gurira in Gabriela Hearst 

I love how this is masculine and feminine at the same time. The two-tiered train/cape, cane, hat, and that deep V. Damn. The fit is out of this world.

Henry Golding in Versace

A metallic, sparkly tux? Why the hell not? It's The Met Gala! I love shiny things and if any guy was going to pull it off it's Henry. He's been so hot this year. The suit is cut perfectly for him from cuff to hem. 

Demi Moore in Yves Saint Laurent

I love that Demi kept it elegant and simple. It's the perfect combination of a tuxedo jacket with a column skirt that's styled to perfection. Love the diamond accessories!

There was so much weird sh*t, but it's the Met Gala. I thought Katy Perry's chandelier dress was really unique (and she looks great as a blonde!), was unimpressed by Gaga's theatrics, and was uninspired by Gemma Chan's Tom Ford dress. It was beautiful, but looked very similar to the Tom Ford dress Gwyneth Paltrow wore to the 2012 Oscars. Jared Leto carrying a decapitated head of his own likeness just really creeped me out. It was so disgusting up and unnecessary. 

Celebrity Inspired Spring Style (for less!)

Spring is all about transitional fashion and transitional pieces. The most cost-effective Spring outfits are made up of a little from of your winter wardrobe and little from your summer wardrobe.

Gwyneth Paltrow mixes her over sized navy blazer and winter jeans with a light color sneaker and  classic gray tee from her summer wardrobe. Get the look for less: shoes // blazer // tee // jeans

Priyanka Chopra is chic for Spring in a white blazer paired with a light, chambray dress. The dark color of the shoes is great for winter, but the open-toed, sandal style makes them acceptable for Spring too! Get the look for less: blazer // dress // shoes

Kristin Cavallari's fringe boots, jeans, and cardigan sweater are perfect the perfect pieces to bring from winter to Spring in the colder climates of the world. Her white tank top and the blush color of the sweater give us hope for Spring! Get the look for less: sweater // jeans // tank top // boots

Reese Witherspoon has Southern Spring style down to a science. She pairs the perfect shorts with long-sleeved button down and sandals. Her look is perfect for the Down South Gal where things get warm fast! Get the look for less: shorts // shirt // sandals

2019 Oscars Fashion

The Academy celebrated the movies on Sunday night with the telecast of the 91st Oscars. Before the show went live there was plenty of fashion on the red carpet! As always there were hits and misses. Here are some of my favorites!

Laura Harrier in Louis Vuitton 

She's standing kind of awkwardly here which I feel takes away from some of the beauty of the dress, but when it walked the red carpet I was in awe. This custom Louis Vuitton gown was created in partnership with the Red Carpet Green Dress initiative. It just fit her impeccably and the crystals and the pattern they created was so beautiful. I liked seeing baby blue on the red carpet and I think the belt embellishment just took the dress up a notch. I have to say though, I hated the necklace she chose to pair with this gown. All I could see were Christmas colors that clashed!

Helen Mirren in Schiaparelli Haute Couture

Helen Mirren has been on my best dressed lists before because she proves that beauty lasts forever. She just picks things that are so right for her. I thought the combination of the fuchsia, coral, and guava was perfect for an event in sunny California. The colors combined with the pleats gave the skirt so much demention and movement, and the v-neck, 3/4 length sleeves, and sash at the natural waist were perfect for Helen's body. Also, HOLY DIAMONDS!

Melissa McCarthy in Brandon Maxwell

This is the first time Melissa has ever appeared on my best dress list! Usually she's on the worst dressed list. But, I have to hand it to her this time. I feel like a lot of women are doing pantsuits these days and to me, just look overly masculine or frumpy. I thought this pant suit with the addition of the floor-length cape and fabric choices was really gorgeous and feminine. I would have maybe made the pant waist a tad bit lower (as it was made custom for her) and I didn't care for her hair, but she went to the after parties in an Adidas tracksuit and I think that's pretty bad ass. 

Constance Wu in Versace

The Crazy Rich Asians star wore a custom Versace gown. My immediate thought when I saw this was that it's a grown up version of the Princess Belle dress. I watch Constance in Fresh Off The Boat where she plays this really buttoned up, hard ass character so I love seeing her IRL in such flowy, feminine gowns. I love the detailing on the bodice, the pleating, the flutter sleeves, and, if you look closely, there's embellishment at the neckline. She could have worn a necklace here, but overall the jewels are amazing! 

My nominees for worst dressed (womp, womp) are Serena Williams, Rachel Weisz,  Nicole Holofcener (not sure who this is, just saw her look and was visually assaulted), Maya Rudolph, Sarah Paulson and many more. Ruffles seemed to be a trend on the red carpet last night (ie Linda Cardellini and Kacey Musgraves), but I was just not digging it. Everyone really seemed to like Gemma Chan's look (and she's the most beautiful person I've ever seen), but I just.can't.do.it. It's so shapeless! Come on, it's neon pink parachute!

2019 Golden Globes Fashion

Stars of screens small and big got together on Sunday in Los Angeles for the Golden Globes. Red carpet season bring out the good, the bad, and the ugly of fashion. Let's celebrate those who did it right!

Molly Simms in Marchesa 

I picked this gown because I have never, ever, ever put a pattern on my bestdressed list. I really love the large flower print of this Marchesa gown. The low-v neckline and flowy, full skirt seals the deal for me! Molly's rosy cheeks and Lorraine Schwartz earrings complete and pull together the full look.

Darren Criss in Dior

Another first! This is the first time a boy as appeared on one of my best dressed lists. I felt the ladies were so lack luster this year that it was finally time for a man to be recognized for his fashion sense. The floral tuxedo is fresh and interesting when paired with the standard bow tie, slacks, and shoes. Also, congratulations to Darren for his win for the portrayal of Andrew Cunanan in the miniseries The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story. He was amazing.

Saoirse Ronan in custom Gucci

Chain mail is a little naughty and a little risky. I felt this was Saoirse coming out as a true adult actress whereas she's been seen primarily as a young adult actress in younger roles in the last. I love the way this dress just floats above her body. Her hair tucked behind her ears is so simple and allows those gorgeous drop earrings to shine!

Timothee Chalamet in Louis Vuitton

Another boy! And who says you need a tuxedo for the Golden Globes?! I love how he keeps it younger and fresh by choosing to ditch the jacket and go for a glittery harness instead. Appropriate for his age (23) and breaking from tradition. Love!

Felicity Huffman in Laura Basci

She's fit, she's smiling, and she looks dazzling in this intricately beaded gown. I love how the beads catch the light for the perfect amount of sparkle and the fit is impeccable. She looks out of this world at 56 years old!

My worst dressed include Linda Cardellini (80s prom called - they want their hair and dress back), Amy Adams (snooze fest), Elsie Fisher (red velvet on the red carpet) and Melissa McCarthy who dressed up as a wizard.

2018 Emmy Fashion

One week ago this evening the stars of streaming and prime time television hit the red carpet to celebrate their works from the last year. With every red carpet event comes the fashion, the stars, and the designers show off.

Vanessa Kirby in Tom Ford

The Crown actress blew me away in this nude Tom Ford dress which features a bustier top with holster straps. The fit is out of this world and this is color that not many an pull off. This is Vanessa's second time on one of m best dressed lists.

Dakota Fanning in Dior Haute Couture 

I love this pleated, belted, green dress. The color is prefect for Dakota's skin and hair color, and I love the wrap element of the top. Word was that she was wearing 175 karats of emeralds to accessorize the look. You've got check out the side and back...

Also, kudos to a child star who didn't turn out to be bat shit crazy as an adult.

Heidi Klum in Zac Posen

I love Zac Posen, and Heidi Klum looks great in this creation. The fabric is so silky and effortless. It gathers in all the right places and makes the dress visually interesting.

Judith Light in Christian Siriano 

Judith, another second timer on my best dressed, looks brilliant in a yellow creation by Project Runway-alum. Christian often designs for Judith - talk about a designer and his muse! I love the long sleeves, mock turtle neck, and attached cape detail. Yellow is totally getting it's moment thanks to The Duchess of Sussex, Amal Clooney. and the Duchess of Cambridge. 

Maika Monroe in Stella McCartney

I have a love affair of white. I love this take on a pantsuit. It's tailored, yet flirty, fun, and sophisticated. Maika fills out the top perfectly!

Fashion WTFs for me this year include Tracee Ellis Ross (again), Tiffany Haddish, Alexis Bledel, Amy Sedaris, and Chrissy Tiegan.

2018 Oscars Fashion

Movies' biggest night took place in Los Angeles last night with the Academy Awards. After wearing all black at the Globes to support the Me Too movement, the stars were back in color. They were also taking tequila shots on the red carpet and celebrating this some year's best movies such as The Shape of Water, Get Out, and Three Billboards Outside of Ebbing, Missouri. 

Jennifer Lawrence in Dior

I think this metallic is really interesting. It look like a bronze metallic which is different from the usual silver and gold we see. I love, love, love her hair! However, it seemed like Jennifer showed up drunk the the event. Thoughts?

Helen Mirren in Reem Acra

Helen Mirren is 72 year old. What?! I need the name of the person who does her work. Anyway, I love this dress because it's simple, has a great train... and oh, those jewels!

Allison Janey in Reem Acra

I would serious give my left kidney to look this good at 58. Allison Janney really did it for me again. The sleeves are major drama, the neckline is amazing, and the fit is out of this world. Congrats to her on her Best Supporting Actress Oscar win!

Gal Gadot in Givenchy 

Well, she's Wonder Woman for a reason. Again, the metallic. Love it. I love the fringe on the bottom and the neckline. That Tiffany necklace isn't half bad either.

Greta Gerwig in Rodarte 

Is it wrong to love this just because it's feminine and simple, yet elegant? Also you don't see yellow much on the red carpet and I love yellow!

As always, there were plenty looks that I did not find appealing. Taraji P. Henson looked pretty skanky, and I was really disappointed with Lupita Nyong'o. The sash on that dress and the colors makes me think of Chewbacca. Other misses for me were Andra Day, Salma Hayek, and Maya Rudolph.

Who were your hits and misses this year?

2018 Golden Globes Fashion

The stars came out in black for this year's Golden Globes, held on Sunday, January 7. The all-black attire was in support of the #MeToo movement and a way to recognize and stand against sexual harassment, assault, and abuse within the entertainment industry. Here are my favorite five.

Laura Dern in Armani Prive

Laura Dern has made my best dress list before. She makes really smart choices. I love the zipper detail and illusion neckline on this dress. It makes what could have been just-another-sparkly-lack-dress really unique and special. And it just looks killer on her. With that bod though, she looks great in everything! Also loving the bracelet and hair (mainly jealous because my hair won't curl like that).

Madeline Brewer in DVF (Diane Von Furstenberg)

I love DVF. Her designs are feminine and classic. Madeline (aka Crazy Janine from The Handmaid's Tale) is so elegant in this black halter slip dress. I like how the fringe references the early 1900s, yet her red lips and nails make the overall look very present day. Gorgeous! Also, I have no idea how this actress was not nominated for any awards this year. She was OUTSTANDING.

Allison Janney in Mario Dice

Is she really 58 years old? I mean, come on! She's rocking sleek/illusion/cut out/nude better than girls half her age. The fit is impeccable!

Nicole Kidman in Givenchy

It's hard to look sweet in black, but Nicole Kidman pulls it off. I love how the beading and lace of the top stands out against the solid black bottom. Her choice to have her hair pulled back and let the neckline and sleeves of the dress show was perfect. Love the bling!

Laurie Metcalf in Sachin & Babi

I just love it. The pants are a perfect length, the neckline hits at the right spot, and the coat cinches right at the natural waist. The jacket's sleeve length is perfect for her. The texture really makes you do a double take, and I'm a sucker for a train. Love the plum colored shoes!

Honorable mentions go to Allison Williams and Gillian Anderson. There was so much bad to be had too. My worst dress list includes Ramsey Naito, Dakota Johnson, Caitriona Balfe, Amanda Peet, Connie Britton, and Eva Longoria (to name a few).

Who did you think hit and who do you think missed?

Stealable Celebrity Holiday Style

Celebrities are setting trends around the globe all year long. With parties, nights out, and family time the holiday season is a great time to adapt and try the year's best red carpet trends.

Trend #1: WINTER WHITES

Look to Meghan Markle this holiday season by trying a take on her winter whites. Go for a pair of wide legged white pants, a warm white wool coat, or a chunky knit sweater. It's a look you can dress up and or dress down!

find it here

Trend #2: JOLLY GREENS

Emma Stone is always a vision in green. You can channel Emma's red carpet style at any holiday party this season by combining her emerald green and tulle.

$15.99 from Charlotte Russe

Trend #3: SHIMMER

Shimmer, sparkle and sequins are perfect for any holiday night out or New Year's Eve party. Sequin leggings or tapered pants inspired by one of many Kate Hudson's shimmery looks should be in your closet this season!

 Trend #4: FROSTY BLUES

Our favorite Royal Sister, Pippa Middleton, always comes through when it comes to casual, semi-formal, and formal fashion. This year she gives us inspiration on how to wear frosty blue! Try a frosty blue pleated skirt.

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 Trend #5: MERRY REDS

Your holiday wardrobe wouldn't be complete without at least one red piece. Keep it young and fun by pairing a red dress with black tights and booties like Victoria Justice.

$44 from Express

Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!