Cannes Film Festival 2011- Part VII

Janet Jackson

-Colorblocked Haider Ackermann gown: 10/10 (Usually Janet's fashion choices are quite questionable, but she looks so regal in this gown by one of my favorite designers, Haider Ackermann. Also it seems she has slimmed down alot too)

Jane Fonda

-Animal print gown: 15/10 (At her age, Jane Fonda knocks the socks off of all the Hollywood youngsters for sure in this stunner. I love the sequin animal print and the lighter tones. I can only wish I look this good down the road)

Eve Hewson

-Pink and black Chanel dress: 6/10 (I was really not a fan of the collection this Chanel dress hails from, but I was hoping it would translate better on the red carpet. Sadly it does not. I strongly dislike the heavy black pumps and the baby pink skirt just isn't flattering mixed with the weird halter top)

-Printed Miu Miu dress: 9/10 (Now this is much better! I think the green neckline detail is very interesting and refreshing against the black and white pattern. I also like the bright purple pump. However the dress has no shape. If it were longer or more structured this would have been a 10)

Claudia Schiffer

-Black lace Dolce & Gabbana gown: 15/10 (Love this! So sexy, chic and simple. A throwback to the 90's which is fabulous. Pointy toe heels, wind blown hair and supermodel strut complete this great look)



Kristen Dunst

-Sheer Chanel gown: 20/10 (I adore Kristen's style choices at Cannes this past week, and this is no exception. Feminine and simply beautiful, this delicate gown makes her shine. Dewy skin and pulled up hair keep things pretty)



Rosario Dawson

-Red mermaid gown: 7/10 (Oh she almost had it! I absolutely love this bright fun red hue against her skin tone. I even love the fit and light material. However the peek a boo white really bugs me. Kinda looks like a mistake or the underlining of the dress)

Gwen Stefani

-Black and white Armani Prive gown: 10/10 (fabulous. Graphic, chic and bold all describe this look and all describe Gwen to a tee. the single stripe on the middle and the bandeau bodice is so youthful and unique. Rocker lips and hair finish off a perfect look)

(photos: people.com, harperbazaar.com)

Cannes Film Festival 2011- Part V

Bar Refaeli

-Long sleeve navy gown: 6/10 (First of all it's spring so why the long sleeves? Second, yes her bum and body are great but I dislike the clingy material and the low skirt)

Dasha Zhukova

-Long sleeve red gown: 8/10 (oh gosh, another long sleever. This one is better because the material is lighter and the color divine. Reminds me a little of MK Olsen's dress for the Met Gala though)

Doutzen Kroes

-White high slit gown: 10/10 (so stunning! Yes she's a model so it's expected but her styling is great as well. I love the blue clutch and sexy strappy heels, with sleek straight hair. White done right)

Fan Bing Bing

-Green Oscar de la Renta gown: 20/10 (oh she looks like a character from a fairytale, in a good way! I lust over this creamy green hue and the red lip is so Snow-White. Usually I dislike so much volume, but this is just perfect)


Karolina Kurkova

-Black cut-out Pucci gown: 20/10 (another great look for Karolina! This dress is so simple in it's execution and color but with slicked back hair, a great sexy heel, and a confident pose, she hits a home run in my book)


Kristen Dunst

-Yellow Chloe dress: 10/10 (I've been a huge fan of Kristen's style ever since the Spider Man promotions. The mustard color and pleated skirt are pure Kristen, a mix of pretty and quirky. LOVE!)



Naomi Campbell

-Burgundy Azzedine Alaia gown: 15/10 (I love when Naomi chooses simplicity over high fashion and over the top. This look is chic, fitted perfectly and looks great against her skin tone. I adore the tiered skirt and the interesting neckline cutouts. Her hair is wonderful too)


Zoe Saldana

-Printed Vionnet gown: 5/10 (ah I hate to give this score to Zoe but her Cannes style hasn't been impressing me. Alone the print of this dress is great, but it should have been a shorter hemline and the belt throws me off. I miss her leg baring daring looks)

(photos: harpersbazaar.com, people.com)

Cannes Film Festival 2011- Part II

Lea Seydoux

-Blue Prada dress: 10/10 (I love the matchy matchy look and the light springy hue)

-Pink Louis Vuitton dress: 5/10 (hate the color and the drop waist effect. The length and shoes are great though)

Short and Sweet

-Angelina Jolie in Salvatore Ferragamo: 8/10 (very cute and chic but with her beauty and star power, she should make more of an effort)

-Clemence Posey in Calvin Klein: 10/10 (glamified hair and a sexy short hemline makes this simple look truly stand out)


White Hot

-Cheryl Cole: 7/10 (love the deep v-neck and fitted shape but that odd bulky gold piece in the front is really annoying)

-Uma Thurman in Versace: 20/10 (Love! She is back to her old a-list style I used to adore. The feathers are fabulous and the pop of green is delightful)


Diane Kruger

-Gold Calvin Klein gown: 20/10 (can you say fabulous?! Diane's body looks amazing in a gown that seems to be dripping in gold. She is my style idol)


(photos: people.com, harpersbazaar.com, fashionista.com)

Cannes Film Festival 2011- Part I

Salma Hayek

-Silver Gucci Premiere gown: 10/10 (Hollywood glamour at its best)
-Red leather Gucci dress: 3/10 (never a fan of red leather and the bolero is an overkill)

Sarah Jessica Parker

- White Dolce & Gabbana dress: 7/10 (love the springtime white, but in need of less accessories)


Mia Wasikowska

-Pink Valentino dress: 10/10 (simple, chic, pretty)
-Burgundy Roland Mouret gown: 10/10 (fits perfectly and her hair is and jewelry is spot on)


Fan Bing Bing


-Red print gown: 9/10 (such a trend setter! The hair is a bit too high though)


Tilda Swinton


-Cream blouse/Pencil skirt: 10/10 (the proportions are wonderful and those shoes delightful)
-Navy and teal Haider Ackermann gown: 20/10 (Love this! Huge fan of the designer and Tilda is just perfect for this look.)


Rachel McAdams

-White Maxime Simoens dress: 10/10 (so fun yet structured. I adore the flower detailing)

-Tan Monique Lhuiller top and pants: 8/10 (love the idea of this look, very 70's retro glam, but not sure if it fits the Cannes atmosphere. adore the red lip though!)

-Red Marchesa gown: 15/10 (By far one of my favorite looks from Rachel. So sexy with the sheerness and the retro curls. I even like her pointy gold pumps)

Blue Beauties

-Gaia Bermani Amaral: 9/10 (love the long sleeves, but it's too winter for me. The color is amazing however!)

-Karolina Kurkova in Armani Prive: 10/10 (I'm a huge fan of this model's style. Pin curls, navy blue and fit=perfection)



Bryce Howard

-White blouse/Blue maxi skirt: 6/10 (the intention is correct but the skirt is too heavy and mature for her young age.)

-Reem Acra gown: 2/10 (ahh what was she thinking? Looks like she's hiding a baby bump and the color isn't flattering at all.)

(Photos: people.com, harpersbazaar.com)

Best of Cannes 2010

This past week at the Cannes Film Festival as provided us with a plethora of fashion and great looks from our favorite celebs. Michelle Williams always looked breathtaking in flattering minis and sleek cropped hair (love her new cut!).

My personal style icons, Diane Kruger and Camilla Belle though not promoting films, appeared right on trend in long gowns in great hues of navy and bright pink. Naomi Watts stepped up her game in a variety of looks, my favorites being
a bejeweled cream strapless gown and a fun printed DVF drop waisted dress.

Previous Oscar winners, Marion Cotillard and Cate Blanchett bore wore daring looks. I love Marion's sparkle jumpsuit and sulty accessories; Cate also looked stunning in a regal showstopper ball gown by late designer Alexander McQueen (its print is so unique and the peak of tulle at the bottom is a nice touch). Only these two A-listers can pull of such high fashion ensembles...kudos!

And finally Famous Brit Kate Beckinsale stole the film festival in many fabulous gowns throughout the week. The top runner, a gorgeous Marchesa icy blue wrapped tulle gown that hugs her perfect curves. A towering up do and lovely jewelry takes this look home. Kate definitely ruled the red-carpet these past days.