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Best Dressed at the 48th Annual Country Music Awards

12 Apr posted by

Last weekend at the CMAs, the stars of country music walked the red carpet in their finest frocks. Many of the stars, including Taylor Swift, showed up in metallics, while other show stoppers opted for sequins and lace. My favorite of the night was rising star Casey Musgraves, who wore a short and sweet party dress from Alice + Olivia. The lace cap sleeves and feathered skirt gave this dress a soft ethereal feel, while her slightly messy ombred hair added a rocker edge. The nude heel is a bit blah, but overall I loved her look! Check out Casey’s dress below, along with my other favorites of the night!

Kacey Musgraves in Alice + Olivia at 48th Annual Country Music Awards

Kacey Musgraves in Alice + Olivia

Taylor Swift in Dolce & Gabbana at the Country Music Awards

Taylor Swift in Dolce & Gabbana

Jewel in Georges Chakra Couture at the Country Music Awards

Jewel in Georges Chakra Couture

Jana Kramer in Badgley Mischka at the Country Music Awards

Jana Kramer in Badgley Mischka

Beth Behrs in Monique Lhuillier at the Country Music Awards

Beth Behrs in Monique Lhuillier

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Celebs in Coral

8 Mar posted by

Have you seen coral around lately? It’s a major color this season, and some of our favorite celebrities love it almost as much as we do  here at For Elyse!  Here is a collection of a this springs best coral wearing celebrities.

Here Kerry Washington Wears a Coral Miu Miu gown at the Academy Awards this year. This dress looks stunning on her. The embellishments on the bodice of the dress allow Washington to get away with very minimal jewelry.  Her shoes look just like her coral dress, an amazing find by Washington. A simple red clutch completes this look.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Emma Stone also rocks coral! Stone has been seen wearing coral on her lips, jewelry and outfits a lot this season, keep on the look out to see her wearing it more!   Below at  New York Fashion Week Spring 2013, Stone wore a bold coral dress. She, like Washington, reigned it with minimal jewelry.

 

Once again, Stone wears the perfect coral, this time accessorizing it as a  lip color.On the other hand Elizabeth Banks uses it as a pop of color on her nails with her black ensemble. These ladies both found a coral that looks great with their skin, and compliments their features. For those who want to wear coral the right way, make sure you find the coral that works for you!

 

Jennifer Lawrence wowed crowds in this coral dress at the Golden Globes this year. Who needs statement jewelry when you can be holding a Golden Globe. That’s the kind of bling I like to see!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lastly, a few pieces of coral earrings, pendants, and necklaces are seen here on such celebrities as Heidi Klum. Watch for more coral this spring, anything from a bold statement piece to a just a pop of color!

 

 

 

Photo credits :stylefrizz.com karaallan.wordpress.com  www.beautyheaven.com   fashionrollcall.com  metro.co.uk  blog.angara.com

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Jennifer Lawrence Award Season Round-Up

1 Mar posted by

Due to her fantastic performance in Silver Linings Playbook, Jennifer Lawrence has been making the rounds at all the major award shows this season. Her stylist, Rachel Zoe, has been working hard to keep her in head-turning gowns (and one pantsuit!) fit for an Academy Award winner. Wearing Dior Haute Couture more often than not, Lawrence has made her mark on the red carpet, sticking to monochromatic colors with clean silhouettes.

 In Calvin Klein at the Vanity Fair Oscar party

In Dior Haute Couture at the 85th Annual Academy Awards

In Chloe at the 85th Annual Academy Awards Nominees Luncheon

In Dior Haute Couture at 2013 BAFTA Awards

In Dior Haute Couture at the 19th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards

In Stella McCartney at the Santa Barbara Film Festival

In Prabal Gurung at the 18th Annual Critic’s Choice Awards

In Dior Haute Couture at the Golden Globes

Photo Credit: Fashion Gone Rouge

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Red Carpet Season: Oscars Best/Worst Dressed

26 Feb posted by

Red carpet season is at a wrap and went out with a a bang at the 2013 Academy Awards in Hollywood, California! Celebrities brought out their best for the Oscar red carpet and there were so many that did not disappoint! But as always there were a few that lingered the question, “What were you thinking?!” Here are my best and worst picks from the 2013 Oscar Red carpet!

Best Dressed:

Hands down, best dressed had to be Jessica Chastain in Armani Prive! The Zero Dark Thirty best actress nominee looked like a true movie star in this nude curve hugging gown that had a detailed beaded design that just enhanced her form! The color of the gown really complimented her red hair that she wore half parted with curls along with modern earrings and a red lip to tie the whole look together! Jessica may not have won the Oscar, but she won in my heart as Best Dressed!

Runner Up for Best Dressed:

Big winner of the night, Jennifer Lawrence looked stunning in this white Dior Haute Couture gown! Even though Jennifer took a tumble walking up the stairs to accept her award, she looked gorgeous while falling! With her hair back and simple diamond earrings, Jennifer made this structured almost bridal looking dress look young and fresh with a thin chain necklace that she wore backwards! Way to go Jennifer! We love you just the way you are!

 

Best Dressed List:

There were so many great looks on this red carpet it was so hard to choose who was the best! Nominee Amy Adams looked soft and elegant in a grey ruffle Oscar De La Renta gown that made her look like she was floating down the red carpet. Trend-setter Kerry Washington looked spring-y fresh in a coral beaded Miu Miu gown that complimented her lovely skin. Performer and former Oscar winner, Jennifer Hudson, wore something different with this blue scale Roberto Cavalli gown that showed off all of her hard work on her body and long straight black hair with bangs screen diva!! One thing I love about Zoe Saldana is that she always takes fashion risks and she certainly did in this Alexis Mabille high low gown that looked stunning on her! Performer and former Best Actress winner Charlize Theron showed off her new pixie hair for a recent roll and statuesque form in this white peplum Christian Dior gown. Going with an edgier gun metal metallic dress, nominee Naomi Watts looked amazing in this custom Armani Prive that made her one of the best on the red carpet!

 

Worst Dressed:

Sorry to say, but Anne Hathaway was my worst dressed of the night, not like she would care since she won the Best Supporting Actress award for Les Miserables. Even though I am so happy for her, I expected a lot more from her as a nominee to pull out all the stops. This was her moment and when I looked at this Prada gown, all I could see was her nipples which was so distracting. Anne commented that she was supposed to wear a Valentino and that probably would have been the better choice.

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Dream Come True: Marchesa Fall 2013 Collection

22 Feb posted by

When I saw the Marchesa Fall 2013 Runway show at NY Fashion Week, like always I was blown away! Marchesa is so dedicated to crafting not just clothes but works of art. Their unique composition of embroidered detailing, perfect tailoring, and feminine structures allows them to create gorgeous one-of-a-kind pieces. This collection wash not a let down! With a romantic baroque theme, Marchesa played with soft shapes that worked well with floral embroidered fabric along with structured gowns and pant suits; there was something for everyone in this collection! I know that we can definitely expect to see star lights wearing some of these gowns down the red carpet and will be praised for Best Dressed because Marchesa is made for stars!

 

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Music’s Biggest Night: 2013 Grammy Awards Best/Worst Dresses

12 Feb posted by

Best Dressed Winner: Rihanna in Alaia
Rihanna stunned everyone with her appearance in this coral red custom Alaia chiffon dress! The sheer panels in the front showed off a little skin while the open back and long train created an air of elegance! Not only did the dress look gorgeous on her, but her hair, makeup and accessories screamed “Star!” Rihanna by far won best dressed in my eyes because she surprised me with such a soft feminine look when she tends to dress hard and edgy. Love this look from Rihanna!

Runners up for Best Dressed:

Rihanna was not the only star who brought the glam on the Grammy’s red carpet! Kelly Rowland brought the meaning of “cutouts” to like in this Georges Chakra gown! Katy Perry never looked better in this mint green Gucci gown that showed off her best assets! Jennifer Lopez had a leg on the competition in a black satin Zuhair Murad gown that also complimented her flawless hair and makeup! New mom Alicia Keys brought bondage back in this black Alaia gown that showed off her rockin bod with fun cutouts!

Mad for Musical Men:

Sticking with the classics, Justin Timberlake and Jay-Z looked so handsome in modern tuxedos with with a bow-tie for a classic edge! Blue was a popular color on the carpet for most musical men from Grammy nominee Frank Ocean, John Mayer, Drake, and John Legend. No one was singing the blues when these guys walked the red carpet!

Worst Dressed: Beyonce

Sorry B, you looked amazing at the Super Bowl Half Time Show, but this jumpsuit by Osman Studio was not glam enough for the Grammy Awards! The Grammy’s are all about expressing yourself as an artist and this was just blah. The fit did show off her curves and her amazing behind, but I’ve seen her look better was disappointed in this look. Turn up the heat next time! We know you have it, we actually watched the Super Bowl Show!

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Designer Spotlight: Valentino Resort 2013 Filled with Spring Trends

4 Feb posted by

Spring trends are popping up like daisies on every runway but there is one collection in particular that reflects all the upcoming Spring 2013 Trends and that’s none other then the Valentino Resort Spring 2013 Collection! From florals to ivory antique lace and pastels to neon, Valentino Resort 2013 has been seen on a varitey of celebrities from high profile red carpet event to passings on the street! We aren’t the only ones who can’t get enough of Valentino!

Floral Prints:

Graphic floral prints are huge this spring and Valentino makes no exception with prints! From bright and vibrant to soft muted floral designs, the floral print is a staple print in this collection that reflects the sweeter side of spring! Recently during this year’s red carpet season, star of Modern Family Ariel Winter was looking fresh and young in this nude and bright printed floral Valentino dress! The print and the length were completely age appropriate for her and she looks like an incredibly sophisticated young lady. Rose Burns was also in Valentino Resort for the SAG Awards and rocked this floral gown with a soft finger wave curl reflecting a trendy 20s inspired look.

Soft Pastels

Pastels are a huge trend that’s coming back this spring but this time around with a new fresh face! With a softer pallet, Valentino’s pastels are delicate and oh-so feminine! New mom Jessica Alba was glowing at a red carpet event in this blush Valentino gown that had a sheer element, cap sleeves, and an embroidered floral print. Alba looked stunning in this gown with a slicked back bun, fresh makeup, and her new mom glow!

Neon Brights

Neon was a huge trend last year and is coming back around this year! Bright greens and fuchsias gave an electric feel to this collection and are perfect if you want to stand out! Emma Stone stood out in this amazing neon pink Valentino dress paired with a hounds-tooth pump that was remarkably fresh and edgy at Elle Magazine’s Women in Hollywood event! Lea Michele also pulled out all the stops in this fuchsia Valentino gown at the SAG Awards which looked so cool with her trendy ombre hair!

Ivory Antique Lace

One of my favorite combos of spring is ivory and lace and there was plenty of amazing delicate pieces from the Valentino Resort! Sweet dresses, edgy pantsuits, and gowns were all created in intricate ivory lace that is in a word timeless! I just can’t get enough of it and neither can Jessica Biel who wore this Valentino lace jumpsuit in London with coral earring and pumps! So cute!

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Trendy Tuesday: Menswear

22 Jan posted by

Listen up ladies, we are taking over the working world in style with the menswear trend! Structured suits aren’t just for men and many designers and celebrities have been following in suit! (No pun intended). The key to wearing a structured two piece suit is to add a little feminine touch like a broach, clutch, or colorful heel. Frieda Pinto was seen in a bright red Gucci suit that she added a clutch and butterfly broach to play up the soft and hard edge of the suit. Emma Roberts wore a fun printed suit with a red clutch and sunglasses that was so reminiscent of old Hollywood at a Vogue event!

White suits have also been popular and super chic on stars like Kate Hudson and Taylor Swift! The key to a pulling off a great white suit is to make sure it is tailored properly to your body. Pair it with a red lip and fun pumps that can be either a day or night look!

You can never have too much color in your wardrobe and don’t let a bold colored suit scare you! Rock a bright suit like Nicki Minaj in this bubbble gum pink suit or Rashida Jones in a royal blue suit. You will really make a strong statement with a colored suit and pair it with a black top and fun pumps that can either be a lighter shade of the suit or another corresponding bright color! Just go for it!

Get the Look:

When putting together a  menswear inspired you look, you want to start with a great jacket like the Lush Tuxedo Blazer that has a classic structure but with a feminine edge. Next you want to pair it with a blouse that is collared but light and delicate at the same time. Something like the Lush Sweet and Sophisticated Top in Black is button up with a high low hem and shows little skin being sheer. Next, you can still show off your feminine curves with a pair of colored skinny jeans that like the edgy Flying Monkey Snake Print Pant in Black! The best part of the menswear trend is the accessories! Since you are wearing simple structured clothing you can really have fun with your accessorize! Pair your look with a fun pump like the Delicious Rainer Heel in Lipstick Red or the studded Delcious Shakia-S Heel that is to die for! Add a geometric clutch like the Street Level Big Ben Clutch or the snake print Urban Expressions Sass-Attack Clutch in Black as your finishing touch! Next time you go to work or out with your friends, you will definitely command the attention in any room you walk in with a great menswear look! Just don’t let the power go too much to your head!

Blazers

Structured Tops

Skinny Jeans

Pumps

Clutches

 

Photo Courtesy: US Weekly, E News

 

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Girl Crazy: Star Studded HBO’s ‘Girls’ Premier Party

17 Jan posted by

Girls, girls, girls! We are crazy for the girls of the hit HBO show Girls! Last week the starring ladies of Girls dressed in their best for the Girls Season 2 Premier party with HBO! The star-studded red carpet reflected the chic fashions of these four individual young women!

Executive producer, writer, actress and Golden Globe winner Lena Dunham showed off her curvy figure in a Valentino jumpsuit while debuting her new pixie haircut which I think is so fitting for her and so adorable! Co-star Allison Williams showed off her tone form in a color block Altuzarra black and gold dress which she complimented with a slicked back ponytail and green dangle earrings. Jemima Kirke debuted her post baby body and boho style in a vintage black velvet dress with red lips and relaxed California hair. Zosia Mamet looked so chic in a ruffle Balenciaga dress with a red lip messy top knot that showed off her new blonder hair color. All looked so stylish and like real glamorous TV stars!

 

These fun quirky actresses now really have something to celebrate after winning Best TV Actress, Musical or Comedy: Lena Dunham and Best TV Series, Musical or Comedy! I think it is safe to say we will be seeing a lot more from these girls not only in the innovative way to relate to all different types of women, but for their ever evolving fashion sense! Go get ‘em Girls!
You can catch the second season premier of Girls on HBO and HBOgo.com starting January 13th!

 

 

Photos Courtesy: Vogue, W Magazine

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Red Carpet Trends: 20s Style Waves

15 Jan posted by

Get side swept for this Fashion Do’s: Retro 20s style waves! One of the biggest trends in fashion that is an up-and-comer is the 1920s era influence, especially for the Spring 2013 and Pre-Fall 2013 runways. One of my favorite examples of the 20s style was at the 70th Annual Golden Globe Awards where so many celebrities wore the side swept lose waves that are so romantic. Stars like Heidi Klum, Jessica Alba, Jennifer Lopez, Isla Fisher, Megan Fox, and Rachel Weisz rocked this look and its super easy to do!

 

Here is a simple How-To from my favorite blog The Beauty Department that shows you step by step of hot to get 20s style waves. All you need is a medium barrel curing iron, a clip, a comb, and some hair spray.

1. Clip the top half of your hair up

2 Curl the bottom layer with the curling iron, making sure to curl your hair in inside curls (toward your face)

3. Curl the rest of your hair in sections and make sure it is all curled the same way (inside)

4. Spray your curls with hairspray and let them set for a minute or two

5. Take your comb and gently brush out your curls, start to brush them so they form the same ascending shape

6. Once you have brushed them all out, curl the ends so they all consistently curl under

7. Finish off with hairspray and you have been transported back to the retro age!

To get more red carpet looks, visit thebeautydepartment.com for more styles!

 

Photos Courtesy: Us Weekly, The Beauty Department

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