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Red Carpet Inspiration: 2010 Emmy Awards

Small screen stars were celebrated at last night's 62nd Primetime Emmy Awards, and while we're truly happy for everyone who was lauded for their acting skills, we really love this show for the magnificent red carpet looks. --Angel

The Closer star (and Emmy winner) Kyra Sedgwick was polished and elegant in an aubergine evening gown by FIDM Alum Monique Lhuillier.

Glee actress and first-time nominee Lea Michelle was stunning in a navy Oscar de la Renta gown.

Actress Claire Danes, who won for her role in Temple Grandin, chose a dazzling Giorgio Armani Prive gown dripping in Swarovski crystals.

Project Runway host Heidi Klum went for a short, black Marchesa dress bedecked with rose embroidered sculpted bands.

Damages actress Rose Byrne was gorgeous in a white Gucci dress with shiny metallic straps.

Jayma Mays of Glee looked lovely in a trailing navy Burberry Prorsum evening gown.

True Blood actess Rutina Wesley chose a white and grey painterly gown (designer unknown).

Emily Deschanel of Bones was ravishing in a bold, purple column dress with pleated ruffles by Max Azria Atelier.

Vampire Diaries actress Nina Dobrev wore a beautiful, shimmery blush colored creation from Zuhair Murad.

Funnywoman Kristen Wiig of SNL chose a black and white pattern with bold shoulders (designer unknown).

Songbird Jewel looked sweet and pretty in a blush Zuhair Murad number. 

Glee star Amber Riley looked fresh and gorgeous in a white goddess gown with sparkling waist band (designer unknown).

Fashion Flashback: 2009 Emmy Awards

Television's biggest night is this Sunday, August 29, but before we dish about who wore what to the 2010 Emmy Awards, let's reminisce about our favorite looks from last year's awards show. --Angel

Drew Barrymore, up for her role in Grey Gardens, was gorgeous in a blush Monique Lhuillier creation.

 

Gossip Girlactress Blake Lively looked stunning in a red-hot Versace number with a plunging neckline.

 

Entourage actress Jamie-Lynn Sigler dazzled in a shimmering Donna Karan design.

The ever-stylish Chloe Sevigny of Big Lovewas seeing spots in a chic, one-shoulder Isaac Mizrahi gown.

 

Mad Men star January Jones was ultra-modern in a geometric Atelier Versace gown.

 Jenna Fischer of The Officewas the picture of glamour in a mermaid Reem Acra design.

Leighton Meester of Gossip Girlchose a Grecian-inspired Bottega Veneta gown with dramatic knotted straps.

Red Carpet Inspiration: Breakthrough of the Year Awards

The Breakthrough of the Year Awards were held at the Pacific Design Center in Los Angeles last night. Here are the red carpet looks we're swooning over.  --Angel

Gleeactress Dianna Agron was absolutely fetching in a strapless Carolina Herrera dress. (Love those organza pinwheels on the skirt!).

 

Gossip Girlstar Jessica Szohr was edgy in a black net Ruby Smallbone dress.

 

 90210actress Jessica Stroup wore a trend-of-the-moment one-sleeved dress with sky high heels.

Actress Sofia Vergara (Modern Family) was stunning in a ruched satin dress.

Style Star: Eva Mendes

Eva Mendes has been out and about promoting her new flick, The Other Guys, and looking outrageously sweet in short, flirty frocks.

In a soft pink Dior number at a Comic-Con party for The Other Guys.

In a sunny yellow Oscar de la Renta frock at the Jay Leno Show.

In dove gray Oscar de la Renta at the NYC premiere of The Other Guys.

Juicy Couture Holiday Collection

FIDM Grad and Juicy Couture co-founder Pamela Skaist-Levy and partner Gela Nash-Taylor have departed from the label in search of new adventures (I hear a book may be in the works), but they've left it in the capable hands of designer Erin Fetherston.  For her debut collection, Fetherston did an 11-piece lineup for the holiday season, including dresses in Juicy's signature velour and '30s-inspired jewelry.  --Angel

Hot Summer Hair Trend: Braids

It's always so tempting to throw our hair up into a ponytail when we go out during the warm summer months, and, done right, a pony can look deeply glamorous (see for yourself here). But for a special occasion, braided styles are the go-to 'do of the season. Try one of these alluring styles next time you get dressed up.  --Angel

Double French Braid

 This style combines the classic beauty of a chignon with the playful flirtiness of braids. The result is unexpected and enchanting.

Get the Look: Part hair down the middle and French braid each side going back. Secure the braids with an elastic, then twist up to form a chignon at the nape of the neck.

Side Braid

This is a great way to show off your long locks, without having them on your neck during the hot, sticky months. Oh, and you'll love this -- you won't have to bother with the arsenal of anti-frizz products.

Get the Look: Sweep hair over to one side, then braid (not a French braid) and secure with an elastic.  Pull out a few pieces in the front to frame your face.

Braided Ponytail

This is how you turn a simple pony into a  posh hairstyle. If you're lacking the length to get the look, you can braid in extensions.

Get the Look: Brush hair back into a high ponytail and braid all the way down, securing the end with an elastic. Leave the braid in for a few hours, then undo the braid about 3/4 of the way up and secure with an elastic.

Hairline Braid

A single braid along the hairline infuses a sophisticated updo with a dash of sweetness. A sensational hair accessory on the unbraided side will put this look over the top.

Get the Look: Part hair on one side, then French braid the parted side back. Pull hair into an elastic and twist into a low chignon, securing with bobby pins.

Red Carpet Inspiration: Diamonds, Late Night, and a Little Salt

From a Neil Lane launch to an appearance on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon to a movie premiere, celebs are having one stylish summer!  --Angel

 Eva Longoria Parker, ever the glamorous Hollywood star, at the Neil Lane bridal colletion fo Kay Jewelers debut.

 Ashlee Simpson-Wentz at the Neil Lane bridal collection for Kay Jewelers debut in Hollywood.

 Selena Gomez, looking lovely in lilac, backstage at the Late Night with Jimmy Fallon show.

 Jennifer Aniston at the launch of her fragrance, Lolavie, at Harrod's in London.

Angelina Jolie at the world premiere of her latest film, Salt.

Red Carpet Inspiration: Espy Awards

I wouldn't normally look to an award show for athletes for fashion ideas, but I have to say, the attendees of ESPN's Espy Awards looked quite lovely in slinky dresses and sensational heels. Inspiration for Homecoming perhaps? (It'll be here before you know it!) See for yourself. --Angel

 Model Brooklyn Decker in Herve Leger by Max Azria.

 

 
Eclipse star Ashley Greene in Versace with Brian Atwood pumps.

 

 
Mad Men actress January Jones, also in Versace with Brian Atwood pumps.

 

 
Entourage actress Emanuelle Chriqui in BCBG Max Azria with Brian Atwood heels and Jimmy Choo clutch.

 

Supermodel Marissa Miller in Alexander Wang with YSL pumps and Neil Lane diamonds.

Trend Watch: Greek Chic for Holiday 2010

It may be a little early to be thinking about Winter Formal but we would be remiss if we didn't share the hottest style trends with you in advance. We recently uncovered a Greco-Roman trend for the Holiday '10 season -- draped silhouettes in sumptuous fabrics, perfect for your Winter Formal.   --Angel

Shorter hemlines breathe new life into this style.

And for some additional visual inspiration...:

1.Diane Von Furstenberg 'Valetta' Dress, $375   2.Lipsy One-Shoulder Grecian Dress, $101   3.Halston Heritage Satin Jersey Gown, $495   4.Nicole Miller Strapless Drape Dress, $186   5.Faviana Couture Gown, $99 

Style Star: Marion Cotillard

I am positively enchanted by actress Marion Cotillard for so many reasons, but namely these two: 1) she's French, and that is somehow synonymous with being ultra chic, and 2) she starred opposite the crazy-hot Johnny Depp in Public Enemies. Most recently she starred in Inception with Leo DiCaprio and has been looking absolutely stunning at the film's premieres.  --Angel

In Thakoon at the London premiere of Inception.

 

 

 

In Christian Dior at the film's Paris premiere.

 

 

 

Wearing L'Wren Scott at the Los Angeles premiere of Inception.