Bold, Chic, and in Love: Oscar Favorites

This past Sunday was one of the most magical days of the year- The Academy Awards. For a lot of people, this day means seeing the movies and actors they love win for their absolute talent and excellence. For me, the best part is obviously the red carpet.

I used to work for a celebrity stylist who has dressed just about every celebrity in the business. You can only imagine how much I enjoyed this time of year, running around Hollywood to pick up the most beautiful gowns that Oscar nominees would wear. It was fabulous! And it educated me with the names and styles of designers who also make so many of the beautiful gowns that are great for the more formal wedding.  Gowns for your bridesmaids, mother, and most importantly, yourself!

My personal favorites were absolutely Gwyneth Paltrow in Tom Ford and Pharrell Williams in Lanvin. Gwyneth was a vision in white- so classy, so pure, so beautiful. And Pharrell looked extra dapper and fresh in his over-sized velvet bow-tie.

 

Tina Fey looked beautiful in Carolina Herrera. Apparently, Herrera was only going to let one actress wear her designs this year and Tina was the winner! This dress is simple and chic. I love the peplum, which has the tendency to make any dress extremely flattering. Great choice for your bridesmaids!

Maria Menounos was stunning in a Maria Lucia Hohan gown. If I were ever a bridesmaid, I would not complain about this dress! I love the corset fit paired with the mint chiffon. It is a very feminine, delicate choice.

Oh Viola Davis, aren't you just the prettiest? This green Vera Wang was the absolute best choice for her. Her green makeup and beautiful skin paired very well with the dress. She was absolutely glowing. But honestly ladies, who doesn't look good in Vera Wang?

Jennifer, Jennifer.. you curvy beauty. She looked gorgeous in Zuhair Murad. This dress was so flattering and stunning, I'd love to meet the woman who would rock this as her wedding dress!!

Who else was absolutely thrilled that Meryl finally won an Oscar? I have been rooting for her for years. She is amazing. I loved her dress, so sparkly and fun. Just like I pictured her to be :) I'm sure there's a mom out there planning the perfect black tie wedding with her daughter or son, that would absolutely love to wear this Lanvin dress for the big day. As long as the brides dress is a little more sparkly, of course!

All Photos Courtesy of Huffington Post

Which dress was your favorite, what color did you like best? 

xO
Jocelyn

Red Carpet Fashion: Favorite looks from the Golden Globes!

It's no secret that I absolutely love award season.  The amazing fashion, red carpet interviews and of course the parties!  Last night there was a definite trend for the navy and blush!  Here are my top fave looks from the night!

Charlize Theron in Dior

Definitely my favorite for the night, just love this! Especially the bow...  Soft and elegant, timeless and so very sophisticated.  Headbands were also all over the carpet but she definitely wore it best!

Debra Messing in Monique Lhuillier

 

Debra Messing always does it right, maybe because she has the amazing help of Rachel Zoe.  I don't know, regardless, so many wore black but she wore it best!  I also love that she always adds a hint of green somehow...

 Elle Mcpherson in Zac Posen

I just love this look, the texture, the structure, all of it!  It's so unique and it really takes a certain  of body type to pull it off and Elle did it well!

  

Claire Danes in J. Mendel

I was on the fence with this one initially and then after watching an interview fell more and more in love with it.  It's truly stunning, so simple yet sophisticated.  The detail is to perfection and Claire really wears it right, it just flows effortlessly on on her.  

Laura Dern in Andrew GN

I didn't see Laura Dern on the carpet but the second she came out during the show I was blown away but how stunning she was.  This dress looks like a vintage dream.  I adore the low v-neck and the slim belt on her waste line.  It's gorgeous and she really works the emerald color too.  Definitely one of my favorites from the night!

 Kate Beckinsale in Roberto Cavalli

The dress looks so simple at first glance but look closer, the structure at the top, multiple textures and intricate detail really wowed me.  Kate of course is stunning on her own but this gown wowed me!  

Jessica Alba in Gucci

Not only do I adore the lilac gray color but I love the diagonal detail by her rib cage and the chiffon train.  This dress is very romantic and it's just angelic.  

Paula Patton in Monique Lhuillier

Paula Patton already has a smile that is like a ray of sunshine but this gown takes it to a whole other level.  She shines inside and out in it!  It's impossible for Monique Lhuillier to ever do anything I don't love but combine it with one of my favorite faces and you just have the ultimate package!  

Sofia Vergara in a custom Vera Wang

I'm still in love with shades of Peacock Blue and Navy from last fall. I don't think our affair will end anytime soon.  Because of this I gasped at this texture rich ensemble.  It's just breathtaking.  Especially the V right before you get to the skirt.  The fabric, the neckline, everything... I'm sold!  

 

All photos courtesy of my favorite red carpet website Just Jared

Who were your favorites on the carpet?  What color do you think will be hot next at the SAG awards?  I'm thinking Purples, Greens, Grays and Charcoals but we will see on the 29th!

Red Carpet Fashion: What Caught our Eyes at The Emmy's!

The ladies of the Emmy's were looking gorgeous last night! We saw a significant amount of navy blue, grey's and jewel tone color gowns. Here are a handful of the ones that caught our attention!

Stephanie Pratt

While watching E!'s Countdown to the Emmy's we saw a chic makeover segment transitioning the lovely ladies of The Hills', Lo Bosworth and Stephanie Pratt into Mad Men 1960's bombshells! Stephanie Pratt's makeover was absolutely gorgeous and truly is a red carpet fave for us for the day. The long sleeve short dress is so sexy and the lace detail just takes it to another level! This would be an incredible rehearsal dinner ensemble. Believe it or not it was by Guess by Marciano which makes it an affordable dress as well, maybe that means you can splurge on the shoes!

Photo Courtesy of Sheknows.com


Lea Michele

Lea Michele wore a stunning navy blue Oscar de la Renta gown and looked like a Hollywood starlet. She looked insane, her jewels by Lorraine Schwartz were dazzling and so complimentary to her gown. This fit and flare dreamy gown was absolutely captivating.

Photo Courtesy of Modoration.com


Tina Fey

Tina Fey looked so sophisticated and elegant on the carpet. She also wore an Oscar de la Renta and it was a nice change for her as she often times wears black. While this dress was a layered black and what looked like silver gown, it was beaded, two-toned from see-through overlay and just lovely. This gown would look gorgeous on a youthful Mother of the Bride looking to not be so traditional by solely wearing a solid color.

Photo Courtesy of JustJared.com


Jewel

Jewel stole the show with her angelic Zuhair Murad gown. In a blush palette with beading encrusted below and an adored bow embellishment. This gown was so sweet and pure yet elegant. Definitely a favorite from the night, she glowed! Jewel was there to preform the In Memoriam tribute and she was incredible!

Photo Courtesy of JustJared.com


The men were looking good too! Here are a couple favorites...

Ty Burell

Ty Burell's tuxedo is definitely a favorite! We adore the grey color palette and incorporating it with a white shirt is so sharp! This would look stellar on a groom for a spring or summer wedding. We only wish his wife's dress wasn't what it was, she may have put herself on the list for worst dressed wearing a gown like this!

Photo Courtesy of TheFrisky.com


Neil Patrick Harris & David Burtka

These men looked Sharp!!! The charcoal suit and the black tux together was smashing and contrasted so well together! Neil was wearing Calvin Klein and he did wear it well.

Photo Courtesy of JustJared.com


Our favorite couple of the night was definitely this hot pair! They compliment each other so nicely and really are adorable together!




Tony Parker and Eva Longoria-Parker

Together these two stood out from one edge of the carpet to the next showing how in love they are! Tony was even caught affectionately kissing her forehead at one point. They both looked impeccable with Eva in Robert Rodriguez and Tony in Brooks Brothers.

Photos Courtesy of JustJared.com


It was quite an afternoon on the carpet and most looked stunning!

Worst Dressed definitely had to have been January Jones in Atelier Versace!

Photo Courtesy of JustJared.com

Happy Day!