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

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Emmys Red Carpet 2011

Katie Holmes in Calvin Klein: 10/10

For once I am in love with what Katie is wearing. Usually there is always one item in her look that doesn't work, but this Calvin dress is simple and beautiful. The neckline cut and color is just so delicious. Love

Lea Michelle in Marchesa: 5/10

It's either hit or miss with Lea's red-carpet style. This time it's a definite miss. Red is very overdone, but that is not the bad part. I'm a Marchesa fan, but the top half of this gown is ill fitting and engulfs her. I wish her hair was in a nice up-do or there was some stand-out jewelry.

Claire Danes in Oscar de la Renta: 12/10

Claire gets extra points for choosing an unexpected gown for this red carpet. In a night of many shimmering sequin dresses, this shiny one stands out for its unique patchwork pattern and mix of different blue hues. Simple hair and accessories complete a wonderful look. What else can we expect from Claire but perfection?

Nina Dobrev in Donna Karan: 20/10

Nina is by far my favorite at the Emmys! Normally I tend to dislike red on the red carpet, but Nina brings star power to an overdone color. The dress is perfectly fitted, the train is stunning and that luxurious necklace tops it off wonderfully. She blew everyone out of the water.

Sarah Hyland in Christian Siriano: 8/10

Sarah is almost perfection in this pink confection. I do love the rich pink color and the waist clinching belt, but I'm not a fan off matchy matchy shoes. Also her hair seem more prom than Emmys. But overall she looks adorably cute.

Julia Stiles in Georges Hokeika: 10/10

Julia always goes for simple modern looks, and tonight was no different. The dress is fit perfectly and I adore the slight shimmer appeal, not to mention the dusty blue hue. She can do no wrong in my opinion.

Gwyneth Paltrow in Emilio Pucci: 2/10

Gwyneth what happened?! The lace is nice and so is the cap sleeves, but a midriff? It's not appropriate at all for the Emmys let alone someone older than thirty. Strike one for Gwyneth.

Anna Faris: 15/10

Give me a gold dress, a Grecian mix with tribal pattern appeal, and Anna Faris and I'm sold. She just looks so stunning.

Emily Blunt in Elie Saab: 10/10

You can never go wrong with Elie Saab on the red carpet. Emily pulls off this navy intricately detailed textured gown perfectly. And with that deep v-neckline, up swept hair is the right choice. Well done.

Elisabeth Moss in Marchesa: 12/10

Now here is Marchesa done right. That cream color on Elisabeth's pale skin in wonderful. I also adore the branching effect of sequins up and down the bodice and acting as faux sleeves.

Olivia Munn: 5/10

Emerald green is an up and coming trend, especially seen alot on Spring 2012 runways these past 2 weeks. But sadly this emerald green dress doesn't do anything for me. I don't understand the stripes up the front. Or are they wrinkles in the gown? The only thing working for me is her beautifully wavy crop cut.

Kerry Washington: 8/10

I'm on the fence about this look. I like the fringy skirt and shimmer effect of the dress, but I wish it was in a different color. A dark hue like navy or plum would look so much better! Her hair looks a little deflated as well.

Julianna Margulies: 3/10

I like that she was going for the whole Snow White look with the dark hair, rosy skin and white white gown. But satin? It's very hard to pull satin off, let alone a pure white shiny column gown.
And don't even get me started on the weird holey details on the bodice. I just don't get it.

Aubrey Plaza: 20/10

This is my second favorite look tonight besides Nina. I absolutely love this look head to toe! The halter neck is perfection and I love the way it flows at the bottom. Beautiful hair and red lips complete this fabulous look. This is white done right!

Brooke Burke: 15/10

I love this look mainly for the barney purple color. It's a breath of fresh air on a red carpet full of the usual sequins and red. The mile high hair is another story however.

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Brits to Watch Red Carpet Event 2011

This was one star studded night as everyone from Ms. Kidman to Gossip Girl Blake arrived on the red carpet in high style. But the most A-list attendee of the evening were royal newlyweds, Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (AKA: William and Kate). Below I rate the celebs' looks.

Tea Length Vintage

Zooey Deschanel in Oscar de la Renta : 9/10

Love the short flirtier hemline and the matchy satin of the heels. Snow White hair completes this fairytale look.

McQueen For a Day

Duchess Catherine in McQueen: 10/10

Such a divine color! Simple, comfortable and stunning describes this look. Just wish she did something different with her hair.

Grecian Goddess

Blake Lively in Marchesa: 9/10

While I think Blake looks amazing in this one-shoulder number, I feel like she keeps doing the same look: long, flowy and bejeweled. Love that she's a blonde again however!

In the Nude

Leslie Mann in L'Wren Scott: 3/10

Okay so don't even get me started on this attire. Maybe she thought her tan was darker than the dress, or maybe she thought the under lining was the actual dress. Either way, wearing your skin tone isn't cool. Squint your eyes and it appears like Leslie has nothing on or is an air brushed Barbie.

Bronze Diva

Kristin Chenoweth in BCBG Max Azria: 15/10

Always a fan of Kristin's big personality and singing voice, I now can say that her look matches that superstar quality about her. It's not easy to pull off bronze without looking cheap, but Miss Broadway does so with absolute ease. Love the shape it gives her petite frame and the glam-ified sleek hair.

Super Size Me

Jennifer Garner: 2/10

I am usually a huge fan of Jennifer's red carpet style (typically provided by Rachel Zoe). But for this event she just looks sad in an over-size ill fitting gown. She picked the right color in navy, but a chunky peep-toe, saggy mid section and been-there-done-that hair brings this whole look down.

Body-Con Cuts

JLo in Emilio Pucci: 8/10

This sexy look screams for attention, but while I like the idea of it's serpent queen quality, JLo doesn't quite pull it off. We all know that she has a killer body for someone of her age, but to constantly throw that info in our faces every red carpet is getting old (pun intended). And long sleeves in the summer? no excuse.

Feeling Blue

Gugu Mbatha-Raw in Reem Acra: 20/10

This is one of my favorite looks of the night. Olivia Wilde wore a similar shape Reem Acra gown to the Golden Globes a couple years back but Gugu takes it to a new level in majestic cobalt blue. I have a fashion weakness for cap-sleeves and draped jersey, so this gown is heaven. Simple hair and pearl drop earrings complete her stunning look.

All Buttoned Up

Elizabeth Banks in Versace: 5/10

Don't get me wrong, I love a good Versace showstopper. But this white gown stopped me for the wrong reasons. First of all, the buttons on the shoulder is weird and the gold-on-gold accessories is too much. It's just seems like this would have worked as a shorter dress for a more causal event. Plus that side ponytail is too "young" for mature Versace any day.

Icy in Elie

Nicole Kidman in Elie Saab: 10/10

Recently Nicole has been "missing" in the red carpet style department, but this lovely look puts her back on top in my opinion. The pale blue is the perfect compliment against her creamy skin tone and subdued strawberry red hair. Plus the deep v-neck and fitted waist flatters her tall slim figure wonderfully. She just looks so youthful and fresh.

20's Bohemian

Cat Deeley in Dior: 6/10

The host of So You Think You Can Dance? took a note from Nicole Kidman's book, and wore a light blue hue as well. This one, however, doesn't quite work. While I am a huge fan of Cat's style and massive vintage designer collection, this ill-fitting Dior gown flunks out for me. I like the idea of a 20's like drop-waist, but then the dress should have been knee length. Also the fabric looks messy like bedsheets. Love the wavy golden hair though.

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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)

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Award Show Season: Grammys 2011

"Best Body"- Jennifer Hudson rocked this sexy figure flattering Versace gown. So confident!

"Barbie Gone Bad"- I know that Kelly Osbourne has this new amazing body and has greatly improved her fashion game, but this purple ruffle dress is one step back. It's too young and her hair needs more time with the flat iron. Better luck next time.

"Best Sparkle"- Leann Rimes looks divine in this Reem Acra gold Grecian gown. It wraps around her body like a tight present, but in a good way. I just wish her shoes were better.

"Dull as a Bridesmaid"- As much as I love you Jewel, this is the Grammys for Pete sake! It looks like she is just going to a causal evening event and kind of fades into the background. Quite a disappointment.

"Best Materity"- I have always been a fan of Selma Blair's simple chic style, and being pregnant has only made her even more stylish. This two toned dress accentuates her bump perfectly without clinging to it or masking it. And I love her dark hair with the navy and gray.

"Best Fresh Face"- Yes this is the biggest night in music, and yes stars do go all out, but I like how simple Juilanne Hough kept it. I haven't really been a fan of her red carpet choices, but this printed Malandrino dress has me wishing for warmer days.

"Oh Bad Angel"- Ok so I don't really like Katy Perry's music let alone her style, but last night she just plain confused me. The whole look is too literal and kind of cheesy in a bad way. Plus she cheapens a really exquisite Armani gown.

"Simple Gold Goddess"- Selena Gomez looks so mature yet completely her age in this J Mendel gold dress. She always exudes poise and confidence in her red carpet looks, and she somehow manages to look like a Disney Princess without really looking like one. Now if only she'd come to her senses about a certain boy.....

"Lady of the Garden"- Nicole Kidman stuns in this Jean Paul Gaultier flower detail mermaid gown. The colors of the dress are so rich and it fits her body to a tee. Her famous flame red hair also looks breathtaking. 10 years younger for sure!

"Best Dressed"- Ok so I am a huge fan of Florence and the Machine, but even more so I am a fan of Florence's ethereal style. We always see her in whites and luxe neutrals and last night was no different. Except this time her Givenchy Haute Couture gown had a delightful splash of red on the back detailing. She looks like a woodland fairy or a divine warrior princess, which is very good in my book.

"The Wow Factor"- Ciara has a great body and she loves to show it on the red carpet. Her daring Emilio Pucci gown had everybody staring. Everything from the thigh high slit to the sexy heels to the diva hair was spot on. No one else should wear this except for her.

"A Major Disappointment"- Bad attitude aside Lea Michelle always tops my favorite list, but at last night's Grammys she was just ehhh. The black lace gown was too dull for this type of award show, the hair too simple, and the lips just a shade too purple. And those awful Minnie Mouse heels, no no no.

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