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Red Carpet Inspiration: 2013 Tony Awards

The Tony Awards are the Oscars of the theatre world and the stars of the stage take the red carpet as seriously as their craft. As proof, here are just a few of our favorite looks from the 2013 Tony Awards, which took place over the weekend. --Angel

Anna Kendrick looked stunning in a navy blue design from Donna Karan Atelier.

 

The Zac Posen gown that Patina Miller wore was simply breathtaking. That dramatic silhouette--stunning!

 

Sienna Miller's peachy-blush Burberry frock looked stunning paired with nude pumps and her dark berry lips.

 

We love the jewel tone colors and flattering silhouette of Krysta Rodriguez's Sophie Theallet gown. Beautiful!

 

Matthew Morrison chose a tuxedo from Brooks Brothers. We love the playful striped bow tie.

Love the Look: Amanda Seyfried

Amanda Seyfried is always a star when it comes to red carpet looks; her award season choices were all showstoppers. But for the New York premiere of her film Epic, Seyfried proved that she knows how to work a red carpet in a more contemporary look as well. We absolutely love, love, love this little red frock by Preen (note the pockets)! And of course, Amanda's luscious blonde locks, which always look flawless, are amazing--all wavy and shiny. The actress let the dress be the star, keeping the rest of her look simple in ankle-strap sandals and natural makeup.

Red Carpet Inspiration: 2013 Billboard Music Awards

The 2013 Billboard Music Awards were last night and, as always, the red carpet sizzled with the industry's hottest musicians wearing fashion's hottest labels. Here are some of our favorite looks of the night. --Angel

We're used to seeing Taylor Swift in fitted waist/flared skirt dresses but we really love this clingy Zuhair Murad number on her.

 

Also in Zuhair Murad, Emmy Rossum was on board with the sheer trend in a fitted black gown.

 

The neon detail of this Atelier Versace gown lend a playful note to Selena Gomez's look. We're swooning over her matching neon lipstick!

 

Nashville star and country music singer Hayden Panettiere kept it classy in a black gown by Halston Heritage.

 

Kelly Rowland sparkled in a design by Rami Al Ali.

 

Chloe Moretz was all about pattern play in a Fendi mini frock and matching heels.

 

Carly Rae Jepsen showed off her new red locks in a sheer black design by Dyanthe.

Love the Look: Isla Fisher

An LWD (little white dress) is a must this time of year and we love this Dolce & Gabbana number on The Great Gatsby actress Isla Fisher. The star arrived at the Cannes Film Festival wearing this breezy, girly dress (really, doesn't it just scream summertime), along with gold Jamie Wolf earrings and black Roger Vivier peep toe pumps. Paired with her famous auburn locks and a pretty, perfectly red pout, this look is all-at-once polished and playful. --Angel

Best of the Met Gala 2013

Last night's Costume Institute Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art was a true clash of styles, as the theme for the evening was Punk: Chaos to Couture. There were some looks that were anything but punk, but there were also mohawks (or at least mohawk-inspired updos), dresses made out of netting, and of course, leather. Here are some of the looks we loved most. --Angel

 

Co-chair Beyonce hit the red carpet in a custom Givenchy Haute Couture number, matching thigh high boots, and a python leather corset.

 

The Vampire Diaries star Nina Dobrev rocked a design by FIDM Alumna Monique Lhuillier that featured a leather trim, corseted bodice, and on-trend sheer fabric.

 

Anne Hathaway looked edgy and glamorous in a Valentino gown and platinum locks.

 

Always a hit on the red carpet, Sarah Jessica Parker donned Giles gown, thigh-high boots, and a "mohawk" by headpiece designer Philip Treacy.

 

Once Upon a Time's Ginnifer Goodwin paired a severe smokey eye with her Tory Burch gown.

 

  Tinseltown darling Jennifer Lawrence added drama to a tea length dress from Christian Dior with a bold red lip and a sheer black net over her eyes.

 

Mary-Kate Olsen chose vintage Chanel for the event. We like to call this one chinoiserie-grunge.

 

Scandal star Kerry Washington was stunning in Vera Wang and dramatic leather opera gloves.

 

Christina Ricci rocked in Vivienne Westwood, the true godmother of punk.

 

Rocker Gwen Stefani was on trend in a midriff-baring Maison Martin Margiela gown.

 

Taylor Swift got on board with the sheer fabric trend in a black J. Mendel design.

 

From her smokey eye to her studded sleeves to her fringed heels, Elizabeth Banks looked fabulous in Atelier Versace.

 

Ashley Greene chose a beautiful full-length ball gown by Marchesa.

 

Beyonce's baby sis Solange Knowles made a bold statement in Kenzo.

 

Miley Cyrus was all punk in a mesh net gown by Marc Jacobs and spiked platinum hair.

 

Katie Holmes wasn't at all punk in this design by Calvin Klein, but we really love this look on her.

 

Nicole Richie rocked in Topshop and even had her hair dyed to match.

 

Amanda Seyfried looked amazing in a printed Givenchy Haute Couture gown and severely slicked back hair.

 

We couldn't help but think Uma Thurman was revisiting her Poison Ivy role in this Zac Posen gown.

 

Stacy Keibler was all edge in an embellished little black dress from Rachel Roy and pointy toed booties.

Love the Look: Zoe Saldana

Zoe Saldana has caught the attention of a lot of bloggers and fashion editors lately for her impeccable style while she promotes her latest film, Star Trek Into the Darkness. At the London premiere of the film, the star donned a black and white gown from Vionnet and peeptoe Christian Louboutins, a look that we just had to post. We love this showstopping look for it's dramatic color contrast and silhouette, as well as the art deco-inspired embroidery. Saldana paired the look with the reddest of red lips (brilliant) and sleek, wavy hair.

Love the Look: Kate Bosworth

It goes without saying that the LBD is the quintessential party frock, so naturally we were drawn to this pic of actress Kate Bosworth rocking this ladylike design from Oscar de la Renta. It's simply stunning, and by that we mean it's stunning in its simplicity. The illusion neckline, the classic silhouette (so flattering, yes?), the waist-cinching belt... it's all so perfect. And speaking of perfection, how about that hair? It is so perfectly coiffed it looks photoshopped (and we mean that in the best way possible). Sleek and shiny, with just a hint of a Veronica Lake wave at the ends. It looks beautiful with her clean, fresh face and bold red lips.  So polished and so pretty!

Love the Look: Jennifer Lawrence

Besides the cute new haircut that sent bloggers and the Twittersphere into a frenzy, we love this dress on The Hunger Games: Catching Fire actress and Hollywood darling Jennifer Lawrence (she rocked it to the GLAAD Media Awards recently). The sculpted LBD by designer David Koma perfectly matches the playfulness of her new hair, plus the sheer panels in the front and back, along with the dropped waist lend a freshness to a classic look. Rounding out the look are ultra-feminine, two-tone sandals and a flawless makeup combo--a smoky eye paired with a nude lip.

Prom Style Icon: Lisa Bonet

From her waist-long dreadlocks to her carefree style, actress Lisa Bonet is the epitome of bohemian beauty. Best known for her role as Denise Huxtable on The Cosby Show, Lisa, who now goes by Lilakoi Moon, is just as famous for her eclectic taste in fashion and natural beauty as she is for her acting.  Though she hasn't appeared on the small or big screen in years, the star still makes red carpet appearances in her signature natural-looking makeup and vintage-inspired layered clothes.

Just like her mother (that's right, Lisa Bonet is her mom and rocker Lenny Kravitz is her dad), Zoe Kravitz pulls off the boho princess look like no one else can. The beautiful, young star expertly mixes different volumes and textures, wearing fitted leather one day and flowy chiffon the next.

See our exclusive Fashion Club prom look inspired by the hippie chic Lisa Bonet here.

Prom Style Icon: Veronica Lake

Veronica Lake was a silver screen staple during the 1940s, when the film noir genre was booming. But the star of Sullivan's Travels, This Gun for Hire, and The Glass Key was as famous for her signature peek-a-boo hairstyle--her gorgeous blond waves often fell in front of her right eye--as she was for her femme fatale movie roles. Today, the sultry siren is given credit for the glossy, wavy hairstyles we often see on red carpets--the style has been dubbed "Veronica Lake waves."

Like Veronica Lake, actress Blake Lively's long, blond hair is almost as famous as the star herself. She's adopted a seductive persona, showing up on red carpets in curve-hugging dresses or even short suits to show off her legs, that is every bit the modern-day femme fatale.

See our exclusive Fashion Club prom look inspired by the stunning Veronica Lake here.