Golden Globes 2012: Style Standouts

Last night was the Golden Globes, a night of power house celeb couples, expected and unexpected winners, a surprisingly tame host, and a red carpet unlike any other. Stars stepped up their game and we saw plenty of beautiful gowns, many in creamy and darker colors. Here are the ones that stood out!

Clooney's Better Half

Stacy Keibler (10/10):

Classic, stunning, perfect hair/makeup

Cream Confection

Kate Beckinsale (8/10):

A little too bridal, great shape, I wish her hair was down

All Choked Up

Heidi Klum (7/10):

Great color combination, needs support up top, fantastic hair

Foreign Beauty

Freida Pinto (8/10):

Love the color, too much volume in the skirt, perfect minimal jewelry

In a Galaxy Far Far Away...

Kelly Osbourne (5/10):

Horrible hair (color especially), good dress shape minus the shoulders, looks like a comforter


Lots of Lace

Jessica Biel (8/10):

Great in theory, too much prissy appeal, she looks beautiful regardless

A Laser's Edge

Dianna Agron (4/10):

love the detail but too much of it, doesn't fit well, lovely hair


Back in Business

Nicole Kidman (12/10):

Versace + Nicole = great new friendship, amazing gold studs against light gray, rockin bod

Un-Vogue

Madonna (2/10):

horrid satin craft project on skirt, bad colors, unnecessary glove, pumped up arms are scary


Ice Queen

Tilda Swinton (20/10):

LOVE, fabulous hue against pale skin and hair, minimally dramatic at its best!

The New Girl

Zooey Deschanel (8/10):

Love her risk taking in Prada, great 60's hair, strangely appealing but I'd never wear it


The Lady in Black

Rooney Mara (10/10):

True to her dark minimal style, great neckline, looks super comfortable

Big Bird

Paula Patton (5/10):

WAY too bright, typical overdone dress shape, great body though

Sparking Starlet

Shailene Woodley (15/20):

simply gorgeous, perfect shape for her tall frame, style newcomer stuns

Scene Stealer

Lea Michelle (4/10):

Diva needs to rein it in style and pose wise, love the dress bottom, in need of softer hair/makeup

Crazy, Stunning, LOVE

Emma Stone (10/10):

Can never go wrong in Lanvin, super awesome belt, two-tone color works with her red hair

Purple Perfection

Madeleine Stowe (15/20):

Love her in Revenge and in this dress, fits wonderfully, hair and extra add-ons are spot on

Smash Hit

Katherine Mcphee (8/10):

Almost perfect but wish it were longer, great material and details, a pop of color needed


Model Looks

Elle MacPherson (10/10):

Zac Posen dress is sexy and unique, love the piping seams and the tulle skirt, too much volume in hair though


Stepped Up Style

Jenna Dewson (9/10):

Adore the teal color!, neckline a tad too low, super cute and refreshing

Blue Valentine

Michelle Williams (25/10):

Favorite of the night by far, always true to her style, velvet and headband are unexpected in a good way


Let Me See Your Peacock

Evan Rachel Wood (8/10):

Great shape and low neckline, a little too much plumage, colors are wonderfully artistic


Pretty in Pink

Charlize Theron (9/10):

Divine creamy pink, the headband and waist detail is stunning, take off the side pouf bow thing

Roses are Red,....

Angelina Jolie (6/10):

Dislike the silk fabric, terrible color combination against her pale skin, fits her great though

(photos: people.com)

Critics' Choice Awards 2012: Frontrunners

Elizabeth Olsen in Emilio Pucci

Kristen Dunst in Dior

Emma Stone in Jason Wu

Diane Kruger in Prada

Charlize Theron in Alaia Haute Couture

Shailene Woodley in Calvin Klein

(photos: 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)

The New Stylistas

Elizabeth Olsen

Many would be shocked to learn that famous fashion icons, Mary Kate and Ashely Olsen, have a younger sister. Elizabeth, who stars in a couple well received Sundance Films, has a very similar yet different take on style compared to her designer sisters (for whom she is the namesake of their label, Elizabeth&James). Elizabeth's style is part flower child, part tomboy and part vintage chic. But unlike MK&A, she dresses far more simply. She is a rising star not only on screen but on the fashion scene as well!

Haliee Steinfeld

Oscar nominated star of True Grit, Hailee Steinfeld has been making a huge impact on the red carpet lately. She mixes cute with high fashion, something most young stars fail to master. I love that she sports looks straight from the runway (Prada and Miu Miu anyone?!). But perhaps the best thing about Hailee's style is that she never over complicates anything. If her dress is bold, her hair is simple and if her shoes are fierce, she rocks a cute LBD. At the tender age of 14, Hailee has a bright and long future ahead of her.

Elle Fanning


Elle Fanning, little sister of Dakota, is no stranger to Hollywood as she started out as a child star. But as of late her style has been catching the eye of the fashion industry as well. Already the face of Rodarte, Elle's sweet and quirky style is making waves. She always manages to look both age appropriate and fashion forward at the same time. Whimsical, delicate, short&sassy looks define her style. Her big sis Dakota has great taste as well, but I'd say Elle is giving her a run for her money!

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Award Show Season: Screen Actors Guild 2011

Who: Sarah Hyland; What: Max Mara; Why: Looking young and fresh, Sarah Hyland from Modern Family glows in this simple yet chic dress. She was smart to wear the color of the moment, orange, which looks great with her brunette locks and olive complexion.

Who: Tina Fey; What: Oscar de la Renta; Why: It seems that Ms. 30 Rock herself is finally stepping up her game on the red carpet. She'll wins high points from me any day she's not wearing black, but this red color on her is divine. Simple up swept hair and the perfect accents make this look a home run.

Who: Lea Michelle; What: Oscar de la Renta; Why: It is no shocker that Lea decided to wear her favorite designer, Oscar de la Renta, to the SAGs. When she wore the designer to the Golden Globes it was just ehh ok, but this time she pulls a 180 and looks stunning. Going for a more sexier feel with blown out hair, sultry makeup, and a hip hugging gown, Lea is back on my good list.

Who: Nicole Kidman; What: Nina Ricci: Why: Some may knock her for wearing black on the red carpet, but I think the color looks amazing against her milky skin tone and red hair. I adore the lace detail, the darling cap sleeves, and that standout chunky necklace. Head to toe, Nicole is breath taking.


Who: Rosario Dawson; What: J Mendel; Why: Now this is hue we don't normally see on the red carpet, honeysuckle yellow. I am not usually a big fan of Rosario's style choices but on this occasion I have to hand it to her. I love the mix of colors with the yellow of the dress paired with the green drop earrings and pewter tone heels. It's a smart, simple and sophisticated look that compliments her figure well.

Who: Mila Kunis; What: Alexander McQueen; Why: Mila is by far my best dressed of the night. Wearing the late great legendary designer himself, McQueen, Mila's look is refreshing on a carpet full of monotone outfits. The color is right on trend for spring, the floral pattern whimsical, and the belt is so unexpected but perfect. She can do no wrong in my eyes.


Who: Claire Danes: What: Louis Vuitton: Why: Wearing a designer not usually seen on the award season red carpet, Claire is a knock out once again. The floral print, the lightness of the fabric, and the simplicity of her hair/makeup is just so nice to see. I love how she always changes up her look and seems to pull everything look off wonderfully. And again, the belt is a great last touch.

Who: January Jones; What: Carolina Herrera; Why: Finally! She's actually wearing something that isn't Versace nor skin tight. January Jones shocks in this beautiful and slimming gold/black gown. Some may say she looks rather old in this dress with her retro hair and such, but I think it's a step in the right direction. Anything is better than that red fringe mess of a dress she wore 2 weeks ago.


Who: Hailee Steinfeld; What: Prada; Why: OMG is all I say can about newcomer fashionista Hailee's look. Wearing perhaps the best spring 2011 designer collection, Prada, this young style star is absolute perfection. I love the bright bold trendy hues, the fun stripes, the mermaid skirt, and her simple chic hair. THIS is how young Hollywood should be dressing!

Who: Natalie Portman; Who: Azzaro; Why: I am sure after the mixed reaction of her Golden Globes dress, Natalie will be receiving high remarks for this look. She glows in this ethereal white gown by one of her favorite designers, Azzaro. It accents her growing baby bump perfectly and I just adore the sparkle detail. Her hair is ten times better than last time as well.

(Photos: people.com)