'Vampire' and 'sweet' are not two words that typically appear together in a sentence, yet here they are, in black and white: Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn, Pt. 2 star Ashley Greene, who plays vampire Alice Cullen, looked lovely and sweet at the film's premiere. The custom Donna Karan Atelier gown, with its pale pink color, interlocking panels of chiffon on the bodice, and floaty skirt, reminded us of light, airy spun sugar. Even her makeup looked light and airy; she skipped the ubiquitous smokey eyes or light reflecting metallics and went for a fresh, clean face with a soft, pink lip (to match the soft, pink gown, no doubt) and loads of dark, babydoll-like lashes.
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November 13, 2012
November 08, 2012
Hair Accessories for Holiday Parties
We're big believers in sparkling, dazzling, and just plain fabulous hair accessories, especially at this time of year when there are plenty of holiday parties at which to show them off. Here are a few favorites we've had our eyes on recently. --Angel
Top: Banana Republic Beaded Flower Headband, BCBGMAXAZRIA Metal Spike Headband, Dorothy Perkins Pretty Peach Sparkly Clips
Center: Karina Bronze Metal Clip, Topshop Rose Spike Top Knot, Arden B. Lace Applique Headband
Bottom: Anthropologie Ostrich Pouf Clip, Forever 21 Embellished Bow Rhinestone Headband, River Island Art Deco Diamante Stretch Headband
October 25, 2012
Love the Look: Kerry Washington
Scandal is one of our favorite shows, not just because it's incredibly juicy, but also, and probably mostly because of its star, Kerry Washington--we love, love, love her! She's pretty much a fixture on best-dressed lists when she hits the red carpet, so it was no surprise to see her looking flawless at the Hollywood Film Awards gala. Her Monique Lhuillier cocktail dress featured a classic, strapless silhouette with a paint splatter print that was both playful and unexpected. Adding to the playfulness of this look, bow pumps from Louis Vuitton that are like eye candy! And the actress didn't distract from the fun shoes and statement-making print with tons of sparkly jewels, but instead donned stud earrings. Not only that, but her makeup looks so soft and pretty and natural (you know how we love a pink lip) and she pulled her hair back so everyone could see that soft, pretty, natural face.
October 16, 2012
Beauty Trend: Oxblood Lips
From bags to boots, oxblood, a deep, rich burgandy color, is one of the hottest hues of the fall season. Try it in a bold lip color to infuse your special occasion look with a shot of dark drama. Here are three lip colors to try. --Angel
Clockwise from top left: Kat Dennings' oxblood pout at the 2012 Emmy Awards; Nars Pure Matte Lipstick in Amsterdam; Make Up For Ever Rouge Artist Intense in Satin Brownish Red; Maybelline ColorSensational Lipcolor in Ruby Star
October 09, 2012
Love the Look: Rose Byrne
As much as we love color, we're always happy to see any incarnation of the classic LBD. This version, a sheer sheath with raw edge detailing by Chanel, is both elegant and playful, and we love how it looks on Bridesmaids actress Rose Byrne for a night out in New York. We also love that the star didn't shy away from keeping the entire look glamorous. From her lovely, oversized updo to her beautiful, bold red pout, and don't think we didn't see the stunners sparkling in her ears, Rose is a knockout. And with those classic Sergio Rossi pumps and that dazzling geometric bag, she looks like she stepped right out of another era. Flawless! --Angel
October 05, 2012
Love the Look: Jennifer Garner
Jennifer Garner took to the red carpet last night to support her hubby Ben Affleck's new film, Argo, but from the look of her fiery red Monique Lhuillier gown, we're guessing all eyes were on her and not her significant other. The red crepe stunner was from Lhuillier's Fall 2012 collection, and featured red leather straps that curved down around the actress' hips, creating a contour detail. And since the dress itself was such a showstopper, Jen wisely didn't go for fussy hair and makeup, but instead kept it simple with a nude lip and shiny hair that let the gown be the star of the show.
October 02, 2012
5 Fabulous Bags Under $100
We found five insanely cool little handbags that'll take your Homecoming look to the next level. They're bold, glamorous, and bright, and they're all under $100! --Angel
1. Express Leopard Print Cut-Out Clutch
2. Topshop Jacquard Fringe Box Bag
September 25, 2012
Red Carpet Inspiration: 2012 Emmy Awards
Television and its stars were lauded on Sunday evening at the 64th Annual Emmy Awards, and as always, the silver screen's biggest names showed up in the fashion industry's biggest names. It was hard to choose, but we managed to put together a list of a few favorites. --Angel
Padma Lakshmi took our breath away in this stunning orange number by FIDM Grad-turned-red carpet designer Monique Lhuillier. We couldn't have picked a more perfect gown for the television host; the color and silhouette seem to have been made just for her.
We don't typically see acid yellow gowns on such a formal red carpet, but then again, Monique Lhuillier didn't design this gown to be hidden in the back of the closet! Modern Family star Julie Bowen chose it for the big night and looked flawless, especially with her playful half updo.
Ginnifer Goodwin also wore Monique Lhuillier, and landed on several best dressed lists because of it. The red flame pattern over champagne frock boasted a classic silhouette that had a romantic vintage look, but was at the same time fresh and modern.
There wasn't an abundance of glittery gowns on the red carpet this year, but Kerry Washington's draped Vivienne Westwood number was one of the best we saw. She really brought the drama with an all over sequined gown in a blush hue that reflected every camera flash as she walked the carpet.
Girls actress Allison Williams was a red carpet hit in jewel tone Oscar de la Renta. The dramatic, emerald colored, strapless gown featured an on-trend peplum and origami folds at the bust. Fred Leighton jewels completed her look.
Prints are sometimes hard to pull off on the red carpet (they tend to look less formal) but we think Modern Family star Ariel Winter nailed it with this printed Katherine Kidd frock. The high-low hem were right on trend and showed off her Brian Atwood platforms nicely.
Suburgatory's Jane Levy chose the perfect color to complement her auburn locks. The drapey silhouette and wide cap sleeves of her cobalt Pamela Roland gown gave the look a slight Grecian feel, and diamond jewels added a bit of Hollywood glamour.
September 19, 2012
Monique Lhuillier Spring 2013
FIDM Grad Monique Lhuillier is a favorite among Hollywood's brightest stars, and for good reason--her gowns photograph well on the red carpet and are almost always guaranteed to land the latest "It" girl on a best-dressed list. For Spring 2013, Lhuillier was inspired by water, as evidenced by the watery blue palette, light, flowing gowns, sparkling cocktail dresses, and aquatic digital prints that showed up on both frocks and separates. As usual, all the looks were stunning, but we were particularly taken with a koi fish printed cocktail dress and a dramatic black tulle gown. Here, fifteen of the looks we can't wait to see on the red carpet! --Angel
September 17, 2012
Love the Look: Zoe Saldana
It's not that we don't love Zoe Saldana, because we absolutely do, but when we saw this picture we hardly noticed the The Words actress because we were distracted by those delicate, fluttery, oh-so-pretty sleeves. We simply adore a sleeve with a girlish puff, a flirty flutter, or sweet little cap, and these glorious sleeves--layered, fluttery, and pleated--are nothing less than perfection. And the color of Ms. Saldana's Goddess of Sleeves, plunging, pleated Gucci gown is beyond stunning and so flattering on her. What's more, her manicure, which appears to be the color of smoky quartz, seems to match her eye makeup, and she's smiling what is possibly the prettiest smile ever. --Angel
