Awards season has culminated with everyone's favourite night in Hollywood, the Oscars! From the Golden Globes to the SAG Awards to the Grammy's and now the Oscars, we have seen sequins galore, emerald green, fairy princess looks and ravishing reds glide their way down the red carpet. In arguably one of the biggest nights in fashion, we saw a lot of familiar trends this year including pastels in lightweight chiffons, feathers, jewel tones and sequins, but out of all the looks only a few made the Amanda's Fashion Spot cut.
Look on and be inspired:
Lavender, lavender, oh lovely lavender! A little early for Easter time but the perfect peekaboo into springtime, with the soft pallet that evokes a dreamlike quality. In Givenchy Haute Couture, Cate Blanchett does not disappoint. Always the fashion risk taker, she exudes a regal like quality with the sculptured shoulder and beaded design. The front cutout reveals a lightly pleated bodice with a soft delicacy that will be remembered for years. Mila Kunis has come such a long way from That 70's Show to Black Swan and now she Hollywood's latest it-girl. In one of my favourite designers Elie Saab, Mila simply glows in this layered lightweight frock with bits and pieces of lace detail. With the detailing on the bodice, this spring 2011 couture gown is so romantic and feminine. She sure made her mark on the red carpet last night.
Surprise, surprise the red gowns of the night made their way onto Amanda's Fashion Spot's best dressed list. But I just could not resist! Not with the sculptural skirts that these gowns have. Anne Hathaway the co-host of the night, looked radiant in a red Valentino with a full ruffled bottom and tousled hair. The low bun with soft tendrils makes her look like an Italian goddess running through the countryside with her lover after a late dinner party. Oscar winner and comedy queen Sandy B. channels Jackie O in her bright red Vera Wang number. I love the high saturation of the colour and her pulled back hair make the whole look extra classy. It seems like the whole Oscar night was full of transformations and the trend continued with J.Hud's tangerine Atelier Versace gown. Showing off her new shape, the colour perfectly compliments her skin.
The soft coloured sparkly frocks are always a favourite of mine and these ones continue with their goddess-like quality that I love so much. Halle Berry looks gorgy in this creamy and sparkly, ruffled Marchesa gown. The Oscar winner sported her signature pixie cut and simple jewelry that were the perfect accessories for the feminine look. Hilary Swank took a departure from her usual structured, streamlined look and went for a fun Gucci gown. The gradated grey number was a dreamlike gown that was sparkly on top and feathered on the bottom and shows the glamorous way to walk through the storm.
What were your favourite Oscar looks? Let me know in the comments, Facebook and Twitter!
Enjoy!
Amanda
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Monday, February 28, 2011
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Spring 2011 Couture Week Part Deux!
Amongst the soft colours and feminine floaty dresses at Spring 2011 Couture Week, there was also an array of edgy black looks, hot reds and with tough girl chicness.
Look on and be inspired:
Monsieur Gaultier had anarchism and rebellion in mind for his couture show with models strutting his designs with sky high mohawks. Black was the shade of choice for the collection with pops of red, blue, white, ruffles and sparkle. This tough look to the left, emphasizes the waist with the A-line skirt and thick embroidered belt creating a silhouette that takes a nod to the 1940's. Combined with an embellished choker, this is a futuristic yet classic look reminiscent of 1982's Blade Runner. The look to the right, is a lightweight black sequin suit. If you want relaxed and glamorous, this look is all that you need. Adding to the rebellious, punk theme of the collection, is the low v-neck and sheer fabric of the inside blouse. Oh la la!
Amanda
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Look on and be inspired:
Monsieur Gaultier had anarchism and rebellion in mind for his couture show with models strutting his designs with sky high mohawks. Black was the shade of choice for the collection with pops of red, blue, white, ruffles and sparkle. This tough look to the left, emphasizes the waist with the A-line skirt and thick embroidered belt creating a silhouette that takes a nod to the 1940's. Combined with an embellished choker, this is a futuristic yet classic look reminiscent of 1982's Blade Runner. The look to the right, is a lightweight black sequin suit. If you want relaxed and glamorous, this look is all that you need. Adding to the rebellious, punk theme of the collection, is the low v-neck and sheer fabric of the inside blouse. Oh la la!
The 1940's and 1950's were known for its ladylike looks and haute couture designs, which is exactly what John Galliano had in mind when designing the latest Christian Dior couture collection that was dedicated to Christian Dior's iconic illustrator, Rene Gruau. This line was full of the very sophisticated and never out of style defined waistline silhouette with A-line and pencil skirts galore. The lovely look to the left offers a slightly relaxed look with the draped sleeves and bubble hem and the loosely tied waist adds a casualness to the stylish look. The look to the right, has the classic silhouette of Dior's New Look. The long gloves and ruffled neckline are the cherry on top of this look, and let's not forget the poised red lips.
I loooove Elie Saab and this collection was to die for. Gowns adorned with rosettes, flowing chiffon, ruffles and pleating in blush, green, silver, black and red, glided along the runway. If you are looking for a gorgeous show-stopping gown that will have everyone in awe, look no further than this collection. With Valentine's Day just two weeks away, who could resist a gorgeous gown in luscious red? The look to the left, softly drapes over the shoulder revealing a sheer lace panel with a thin belt that leads into an open flowing skirt full of movement. The look to the right, has a skirt decorated with romantic lace panels and a bodice with a delicately pleated neckline. Romantic, feminine and beautiful at its best. Love it!
What were your favourite Spring 2011 couture looks? Let me know in the comments, Facebook and Twitter!
Enjoy!
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Sunday, January 31, 2010
Red Carpet so Bright you have to Wear Shades
The beginning of a new year not only means fulfilling your New Years Resolutions but also enjoying the onslaught of award season. It is a chance to see how Hollywood's talented actresses interpret the designs of fashion's highest talent. The 2010 SAG Awards did not disappoint. Coming down the red carpet was a burst of bright saturated colours. Check it out!
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Who knew that SAG Awards would bring out the bright side in Hollywood? Each of these stars show that if you want to stand out, colour is the way to go. Bright colours are one of the first things that I think of when choosing an outfit for it is one of the things that can take an outfit from drab to fab!
(Editor's Note: Although this bright red Marchesa Dress worn by Rebecca Gayheart is from the 2008 SAG Awards, I couldn't resist. The ruffle-y details that frame the corseted middle are absolutely beautiful.)
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