Grammy Red Carpet Style

Rihanna in a custom made Azzadine Alaia gown.

  What was your favorite dress at the Grammy Awards?  One of my favorites was the emerald green couture dress worn by Solange Knowles.  This is the color of the moment and she certainly made a statement accenting it with her bright pink shoes.  Personally I loved the Georges Chakra gown worn by Kelly Rowland.  The way the geometric lines of sheer panels accented her body giving it curves in the right places was beautiful.  It was, however, borderline defying the rules that CBS had set just days before.  There was a decency code that was sent out ordering the attendees to keep themselves covered up so as not to expose too much flesh. (CLICK HERE TO READ)

  An excerpt from the note sent out to the celebrities stated, "Bare sides or under curvature of the breasts is also problematic....Please avoid sheer see-through clothing that could possibly expose female breast nipples. Please be sure the genital region is adequately covered so that there is no visible 'puffy' bare skin exposure."

  It's not surprising that the network would be feeling the need to say something considering that it seems every year the dresses are baring more and more. Who could forget the infamous deep-v green Versace dress Jennifer Lopez wore that made headlines in 2000 when she attended with then boyfriend Sean 'Puffy' Combs (Now known as Diddy).

Below are some of my picks for great style at the 55th Annual Grammy Awards.

Kelly Rowland nearly broke the CBS rules with her Georges Chakra gown covered in
sheer panels revealing skin in all the places the network could be nervous about.

Jennifer Lopez baring nothing but leg in Anthony Vaccarello.  

Beyonce wore a black and white jumpsuit by Osman Yousefzada.

Katy Perry in Gucci.

Taylor Swift in J. Mendel gown.

Solange Knowles in Ralph & Russo.

Alicia Keys in Azzedine Alaia

Golden Globe Style 2013

Halle Berry in Atelier Versace (Wire Image)

Is it me or does Halle Berry make being in your forties look so hot.  She made a statement on the red carpet at the 2013 Golden Globes.  It wasn't exactly a favorite for me but I do think she managed to pull off the look because she looks so great.

Kerry Washington in Miu Miu.

Kerry Washington wore a dress that looked simple yet it had a tulle overlay over a short dress.  The simple details work well with her tiny frame.  It was a classy and elegant look for her.

Jennifer Lopez in Zuhair Murad sheer and lace gown. (Photo: Getty Images)

Jennifer Lopez made her usual show-stopping walk down the red carpet in a sheer, lace Zuhair Murad gown.  With her hair sleek and simple it was swept to the side to show off her earrings and let her radiant face shine.

Lucy Liu in Carolina Herrera (Wire Image)

I wasn't fond of Lucy Liu's floral printed dress by Carolina Herrera.  Pretty shade of blue but I have seen her in better dresses.

Alyssa Milano (Wire Image)

Although I actually like Alyssa Milano's dress, I don't think it works for her petite frame.  I thought it looked like it was too much on her.  I do like how the choice of contrasting aqua earrings though.

Anne Hathaway in Chanel. (Wire Image)

I liked Anne Hathaway's choice in this white Chanel.  It was very simple but it was very sophisticated at the same time.

Red Carpet Fashion at Emmy Awards

It was a sea of aqua, canary yellow, crimson red and sparkles at the Emmy Awards last night.  Fashion lovers look forward to the red carpet style of all the celebrities as they make their way into the ceremony.  

Who did you think had the best dress at the event?  My personal favorites included Heidi Klum's seafoam, fluid dress with the super sexy slit and Padma Lakshmi's orange strapless gown.  

Lucy Lui dazzled in this Atelier Versace number. 

                               

Padma Lakshmi was radiant in this strapless dress by Monique Lhuillier. 

Ginnifer Goodwiin in an embroidered dress by Monique Lhuillier. 

                            

                      

Julie Bowan (Getty Images), Julianne Moore in Christian Dior (Wire Image), Kaley Cuoco wore a gown by Angel Sanchez,  Claire Danes in Lanvin (Getty Images),

Sofia Vergara wore a mermain inspired dress by Zuhair Murad. (Getty Images)

Heidi Klum floated on the red carpet in this sexy high slit dress by Alex Vaulthier.
(Getty Images)

Kerry Washington sparkled in Vivienne Westwood. (Wire Image)

                           

Kat Dennings in a sweetheart neckline dress by J.Mendel, Jena Malone also in J.Mendel, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus
in Vera Wang.  All were looking great in autumn colors of blood-red, cranberry and cherry.

Katie Holmes the Designer

Photo: gossipboulevard.com

Unless you haven't turned on a television in the last few days, you already know that Katie Holmes has been top of the headlines with her pending divorce with Tom Cruise.  But that's not the only thing that's been happening in her life.  She remains focused on her career.

She is hard at work preparing to show her clothing line Holmes & Yang at New York Fashion Week for the first time.  The label was launched in 2009 and she co-designs it with Jeanne Yang, her stylist and friend.

Holmes & Yang is currently available at Barney's, Harvey Nichols in London and Hong Kong and at Montaigne Market Paris.  Their spring 2013 collection is highly anticipated.  The clothing line features style you would often see Holmes herself wearing; simple, chic, and classic, with pieces that can easily be transitioned from day to night.   

Katie Holmes with her business partner
Jeanne Yang.  (Photo: Getty Images)

Holmes recently told Elle magazine that she was entering "a new phase" and "coming into her own." 1  Every American designer aspires to show at New York Fashion Week.   This will certainly set the stage to move her business into a new direction which will put her brand on the fashion forefront. 


  If you've never seen any of her fashions take a look at the video below with items from the current spring/summer 2012 collection.
What do you think?  Does she have what it takes to stand the test of time?  We've seen so many celebrities jump into the fashion game.  Her partnership with Jeanne Yang may be just what she needs to stay on top.

Sources:  Elle Magazine July, 2012, 
1. Yahoo! News

Best Dressed at BET Awards 2012

The BET Awards happened this past weekend.  Usually I'm not a fan of some of the styles that walk down the Red Carpet at this awards show.  Sometimes the clothing is ill-fitting and not flattering or just downright too gaudy.  But, in the spirit of the entertainment industry the clothing usually personifies the characters of the entertainers.  Which can be a good or sometimes bad thing; depending on your perspective.

I had three personal favorites at this year's awards show.

My favorite was the simple white dress worn by Kim Kardashian.  I thought it was classic and a look that would be fitting on any woman.  It was an interesting blend of a simple silhouette with the contrast deep scoop back and side zip detail.  It was stunning on her.  I also loved what model Selita Ebanks wore.  Personally I thought the piece underneath the sheer black skirt could have been slightly longer but, that's just me.  I loved the detail in the design.  I thought it looked fantastic on her.

Finally, on a cultural note, I loved the African inspired dress Monica wore in her heart-felt performance tribute to Whitney Houston.  There were so many hits and misses at this year's event.  Other notable hits I loved were Beyonce's yellow-gold gown and Meagan Good's white gown.

Monica performs in Whitney Houston Tribute.  (Photo: IB Times)

Beyonce looks amazing in this gold gown.  Photo: Getty Images

Meagan Good in a BCBG gown.  Photo: Radar Online

H&M Conscious Exclusive Glamour Collection

With designer collaborations over the last few years H&M often sells out of limited edition merchandise very quickly.  This spring the company launches it's exclusive Eco-friendly Glamour collection.  For the past few seasons their Eco-initiative has brought items to the masses through the Conscious collection featuring items made using organic cotton and recycled materials.

The 2012 Conscious Collection is an exclusive Glamour collection with looks designed for the red carpet.  Celebrities have already taken a liking to the pieces.  Viola Davis, Michelle Williams and Amanda Seyfried have been spotted wearing items from the line.  Seyfried arrived at the London premier of the film In Time wearing the blue tuxedo blazer and short combo.

The entire collection will be available in 100 selected H&M stores around the world on April 12.  The items are all made from sustainable fabrics like organic cotton, hemp and recycled polyester.  The styles range from short mini dresses to floor length gowns.  You will find pretty gathers, peplums, soft pleats and pretty applique details.  

You don't need to be a celebrity to snag one of these items.  They are perfect for proms, gala events, weddings and any other special occasion where it calls for glamour.

Scroll down for a peek at some of the styles coming to stores or online very soon.

  

Amanda Seyfried on the red carpet in this blue short suit.

White organic cotton and silk dress. Limited edition only 1000 available.

After-Party Style

Jennifer Lopez in Zuhair Murad (photo: John Shearer - Wireimage)

The Oscar red carpet isn't the only place to show off your personal style.  The after-parties are equally the perfect opportunity to showcase your designer looks.  Jennifer Lopez did just that.  After a sheer dress that had many people talking she wore another Zuhair Murad number that was almost as revealing to the annual Vanity Fair afterparty.  


Tennis superstars, Venus and Serena Williams were also spotted at the afterparty both wearing dresses by Christiane King.  While Latin beauty Sofia Vergara looked stunning in a white gown by Roberto Cavalli.  

Serena Williams, Broncos Quarterback Tim Tebow and VenusWilliams
(Photo: Kevin Mazur - Wireimage)

Venus and Serena in Christian King
(Photo: John Shearer - wireimage)

Sofia Vergara in Roberto Cavalli
(Photo: Christopher Polk - wireimage)

Rosario Dawson opts to wear the season's color-blocking trend.
(John Shearer - wireimage)

Rashida Jones, Parks and Recreation star, and daughter of Quincy Jones
(Photo: John Shearer - Wireimage)

Oscar Style

Octavia Spencer took home the Best Supporting Actress
award.  She looked radiant in this gown by Tadashi Shoji

The 84th Annual Academy Awards took place last night and as usual the red carpet brought some of the best and the worst in style.  Oscar night has quickly become the most important show for designers.  The fashion world always has its eye on what the celebrities will be wearing.  Last night's showing proved that couture still rules, white isn't just for brides and women are still knockouts as a lady in red.

My favorite was Gwyneth Paltrow's dress by Tom Ford.  This is something I could see myself wearing. It was a minimalist elegant gown with a cape draped over the shoulders.  Another favorite was Cameron Diaz' strapless Gucci Premiere gown.  Angelina Jolie wore a black velvet Atelier Versace gown that had her showing off her leg.  

Octavia Spencer, who won the Best Supporting Actress award for her role in The Help, wore an embroidered gown by Tadashi Shoji.

Below are a few favorite picks from last night's red carpet.  What did you think? Who was your favorite?

Gwyneth Paltrow in Tom Ford
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Milla Jovovich in Elie Saab
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Shailene Woodley in Valentino
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Louise Roe in Black Halo
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Best Actress Nominee Michelle Williams
wearing Red Tulle gown by Louis Vuitton
(Getty Images)

   

Rooney Mara dressed in a custom made Givenchy Couture gown.
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Cameron Diaz in Gucci Premiere
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Angelina Jolie shows some leg in Atelier Versace.
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Jennifer Lopez wore Zuhair Murad.

Best Actress Nominee, Viola Davis was beautiful in this Vera Wang dress.