Golden Globes '10: Half-Right

Note to Sandra Bullock:
Congrats on your big Golden Globe win! It must feel nice to finally get some awards-show love after all of these years. I loved you in The Blindside, and I loved your southern wife wardrobe in the movie as well. I don't know if I could ever pull off such a polished and preppy look, but it looked fabulous on you.

Now on to your Golden Globes gown... there are a few things I loved. I love this color on you. Purple is a great color on brunettes with dark eyes. I also love the construction of the fitted bodice. Bottega Veneta's creation treated your top half well. My problem comes in on the skirt. The iridescent fabric with the pinkish underskirt, reminds me too much of a prom dress or a little girl's princess dress up gown. That was hard for me to say, because I really like you. Despite my opinions of fabric choice, you truly looked beautiful.

Note to Readers:
What did you think of this dress? Maybe I am being too picky about the fabric, but I was just giving my honest opinion.

Golden Globes '10: Pretty in Pink

Note to Readers:

Happy Awards Season! You know I love seeing what is worn on the Red Carpet. I am pretty sleepy right now, but I had to put in my two cents about a couple of the Golden Globe looks before my head hits the pillow. After looking through the photos, I have so much to say, so I am breaking it up into a few different categories. Let's start with one of the most prevalent colors on the runway... shades of pink.

Note to Emily Blunt:

This shade of pink is perfect with your dark hair and light eyes. Dolce & Gabbana did an excellent job with this tulle and chiffon creation. Maybe you should consider being unconventional and wearing a pink-hued wedding dress? The silhouette and construction of the bodice is perfection, and I love the ethereal effect of the fabric on the skirt. You may not have won tonight, but you were definitely a winner on the red carpet.

Note to Diane Kruger:
Way to stand out! This is a brighter and more heightened hue of pink than a lot of women wore to the awards ceremony tonight, and I like it. This Christian Lacroix gown is unique, but not so different that you look like you are some kind of science project (a la Bjork's swan dress). You are not a stranger to making daring fashion choices, and I appreciate it. I know that you won't be boring us with a string of black dresses, so again, thank you.


Note to Nicole Kidman:
Your peachy/pink Nina Ricci gown leaves me a bit confused. I like parts of it. The color is pretty on your alabaster skin. I like the asymmetrical sleeve embellishments. It looks like there are satin covered buttons on the side, which are a nice touch. I even like the draping and the bows. The problem is I just don't like them all together. Where was Tim Gunn with his editing eye when you needed him? Also, I can't decide how I feel about the fabric. Is it pretty and elegant or is it too much like a prom or bridesmaid dress nightmare?

Nailed It!

Note to Rachel McAdams:

You WORKED it on the red carpet for the German premiere of Sherlock Holmes. This Alberta Feretti one-sleeved creation is gorgeous. I love the texture of the crinkled fabric and the color is so pretty with your complexion. I'm not going to lie to you, I wasn't in love with your Vogue cover (I think it was the hair)... but now you are back on top!!!

Note to Readers:

What I love about this dress is its subtlety. The color is a subtle change from what you normally see on red carpets. The fabric is slightly different than a standard silk chiffon, because of the crinkled finish. The one shoulder is a design element different than many gowns, but not so different that it is the only thing you notice about the dress.

Sometimes we don't need to make overt and in-your-face fashion statements to stand out.

Nicely Done

Note to Natalie Portman:

As I looked at this photo I thought about how I loved your mustard color dress, especially how you paired it with tights and a blazer. Then I read that your dress was from the Rodarte collection for Target, and I loved this whole look a little bit more. Thank you for showing that you can get a dress from Target, wear it to an event, and look fabulous. So Natalie, you shop at Target... I shop at Target, I think this means we were destined to be friends. Don't you agree?

Note to Readers:

I love that Target brings in amazing designers to produce small, limited-time collections. I love Rodarte but unfortunately their beautiful work is not in my budget. Until now. Thanks Target.

Now if only we could get people to stop calling it "Tar-zhay" (insert eyeroll here).

LOOOOVE.

Note to Emma Watson:

The Spring/Summer 2010 Burberry Campaign was just released, and I am OBSESSED with your lilac coat. The sleeves are TDF (to die for), and the color is perfectly pretty for spring. I hope you got to keep the coat. You will definitely be the best dressed girl on campus in that number.

Note to Readers:

Usually I like it when actresses stick to acting and models stick to modeling. There are a few exceptions though, I love seeing Ellen Degeneres in the cover girl ads (but I think that is just because I love Ellen, she is so funny). This is Emma Watson's second round of Burberry ads, and I have liked both of them so far. What do you think about models and actresses crossing over into each others' territory?

Red Haute!

Note to Penelope Cruz:

Despite the cold winter weather, you were sizzling at the Nine premiere. The color of this Chanel dress is so captivating, it is hard to notice the gorgeous draping. I can not get over how stunning this color is. Well done Penelope. Also I can't wait to see the movie (much to my boyfriend's dismay).

Note to Readers:

Is it just me or is this color to die for? Maybe I am going out on a limb here, but I think that us mere mortals could also be head-turning show-stoppers in this dress. Not to say that Penelope isn't wearing this dress well, but imagine showing up to a formal Christmas party in this number. I think I will dream of this exact scenario tonight.

Have fun with your holiday wardrobe. This goes to show a little color and glamour go a LONG way.

Change it Up!

Note to Taylor:

YOUR HAIR IS STRAIGHT! I think you are darling, but my one complaint (and it is a small one) is that your hair always has the same curled look to it. The curls are great, but I have been looking for some diversity, and voila! Don't abandon the curls entirely, just alternate a few new looks here and there.

Also, if you are dating Taylor Lautner, bravo. I saw New Moon, and he is looking BEYOND good.

PS. I love your scarf.

Note to Readers:

Sometimes it is easy to get into a style rut. Whether it be hair, clothes, shoes or accessories, sometimes when something works we stick to it.

I, for example, can not wear jeans that aren't skinny or cigarette leg anymore. I have been wearing them for so long that if I put on a different silhouette I feel like I am wearing baggy bellbottoms. I am working on it though, I promise.

So... the key is not to abandon your trademark item (or look) entirely, just to mix some variety into the look. Like Taylor straightening her curls. We have to keep our looks from getting boring.