Australian actress Rose Byrne not only has range with both drama & comedy, as seen in Bridesmaids, Spy, & Like a Boss versus the acclaimed show Damages, but she has style! Sometimes when I see her, I’m reminded of the ethereal whimsy of Keira Knightley or the designer-darling looks from Diane Kruger, but every look on Rose is all her own.
She’s unafraid to play up femininity & pay homage to old Hollywood glamour, while channeling trendy details, such as cut-outs, plunging necklines, bold menswear inspiration, & layers of bangs. For her 43rd birthday today, let’s take a look back at her most memorable red carpet appearances:
Actress Elisabeth Moss has transformed over the course of her illustrious career on both the small screen as Peggy in Mad Men & June on The Handmaid’s Tale, & on the big screen in films like Her Smell, Invisible Man, & Shirley, along with on the red carpet, exploring her elegant, feminine, & punk style with radical hair changes, varying dress silhouettes, & killer high heels, no matter the occasion.
Today marks the two-time Emmy & Golden Globe-winner’s 40th birthday; therefore, let’s celebrate with a flashback to her best red carpet looks from past awards shows & premieres!
Selena Gomez has been in the spotlight for most of her life & it seems like she’s only getting started! She’s a talented actress in films like Spring Breakers or shows like Only Murders in the Building, sensational singer like in her Spanish album Revelacion, foreword thinking business woman with Rare Beauty, advocate for mental health with Wonderminds, & entertaining chef on Selena + Chef.
In addition, she’s a style icon, so in celebration of her 30th birthday (yesterday), here’s a flashback of her fashion range as bombshell, ingenue, & risk-taker in edgy, classic, elegant, & bold gowns, mini dresses, suits of all kinds, outfits, & more!
The always charming, stunning, & talented Priyanka Chopra Jonas hit Hollywood by storm, making her mark on big & small screens, marrying Nick Jonas, & becoming a mother—nothing can stop her… & why should it? Better late than never (my post—not Priyanka) is a post dedicated to the Indian-born actress & beauty queen for her 40th birthday!
Whether you’ve seen her in Quantico, a Bollywood film, The Matrix Resurrections, or headed to the Met Gala or Emmy’s, Priyanka’s high-glam, sensual style continues to evolve! Check out the gallery below:
When it comes to celebrity A-listers & flawless style, Kristen Bell has been quietly—or not so much—dominating the red carpet for major awards shows, film premieres, press junkets, promotional appearances, & more! While the Frozen star is always a pleasure to watch entertain us in movies & on the small screen, the busy mom of two, podcast host, & children’s book author does it all, making it look easy & fashionable! Additionally, The Good Place actress celebrates her 41st birthday today & her feminine, timeless, sometimes bold, & quirky style is worth celebrating as well!
Take a look at the gallery below of some of her most memorable and breathtaking gowns and special occasion looks:
Next, Kristen also kills it when in a midi or mini dress, knowing when to keep it playful, cocktail, or letting her style-setter side show, as seen below:
Also, some stars are photographed hustling about, between events or just, in general, on the go, which makes for perfect style blogging fodder when they do it in stylish outerwear. Kristen is no exception.
Last but not least, Kristen is a masterful fashionista when it comes to outfits, blending mom-chic look with trendy pieces. She really can wear anything from neon to leather to to prints & knits to knee boots to oversize sweaters.
If there’s any celebrity wardrobe, for their red carpet looks & street style, that I’d want to steal, it’s Modern Family actress Sofia Vergara’s…EVERYTHING! She’s confident, feminine, sultry, & glam ALL. THE. TIME.
In honor of her 50th birthday today, let’s take a walk down style memory lane for the fashion designer, America’s Got Talentjudge, & four-time Emmy-nominee’s best red carpet & street style appearances, celebrating her favorite go-to trends, including a mermaid gown, sweetheart or strapless neckline, peplum details, dramatic jewels, towering platforms, regal sparkles, cut-off denim, gorgeous day dresses, & effortless poise. Not to mention, her megawatt smile.
Now that volume two of Stranger Things‘ fourth season has finally hit Netflix, the show’s stars are talking up that major cliffhanger ending in preparation for a final fifth season. This week, Max Mayfield herself, portrayed by the always luminous Sadie Sink, hit the press circuit with an appearance on Today, wearing all Miu Miu in a floral prairie dress & kitten heel loafer slingbacks. The 20-year-old actress discussed not only “Running Up That Hill” by Kate Bush as Max’s escape song, which, by the way, is still charting strong, but also Netflix’s binge-worthy success with Stranger Things, her supportive family, and starring in Taylor Swift‘s short film for her song “All Too Well.”
The dress includes many classic summer dress elements, including the delicate floral print, button down closure, & puffed sleeves, adding maturity & retro style to the ensemble that is paired with an unexpected, though on-brand, menswear-inspired footwear choice. See below:
However, if shopping the luxury price tag of Miu Miu isn’t in your budget realm (it’s not in mine, that’s for sure), I selected some look-alike summer dresses to recreate Sadie’s anytime look, which is perfect for work with a cardigan & pumps or weekend with flat sandals & a crossbody bag.
Her return to spotlight is long overdue & demonstrates her consistent triumphant style, grace, & polish as she turned heads in an unlikely summer combination of velvet & Mary Jane heels (shop similar here). However, Keira nails the look, especially with bumper sunglasses (shop similar here), a quilted clutch (shop similar here), & elegant rings (shop here & here). See the photos below of Keira’s exquisite style, alongside her husband, James Righton, to inspire your next summer LBD outing.
Even though summer is a season all about colors & patterns, a little black dress for a variety of occasions is a timeless wardrobe staple, including these more affordable options to help a Style Darling live your best French-girl fantasy, whether you’re headed to a cocktail party, wedding, weekend brunch, or somewhere fabulous & fashionable.
Additionally, an LBD doesn’t necessarily demand coordinating black shoes, especially as seen on Keira wearing beige & black Mary Janes, but this season, black sandals come in a variety of strappy & mule styles that elevate any ensemble. Here are some suggestions:
In honor of Independence Day, I’ve gathered fashion from the past in gorgeous red, white, & blue designs–blue, of course in shades of navy, royal, & pastel. Mostly dresses, the below slideshow & gallery showcases some of my favorite red carpet looks from not only recently, but also for the last decade (or more) at awards shows, premieres, film festivals, & more!
Winnie Harlow at the Cannes Film Festival
Mandy Moore at a premiere for This is Us
Renee Zellweger at the Academy Awards
Amy Adams at the Golden Globes
Lizzo at the Brit Awards
Taylor Swift at the MTV VMAs
Taylor Swift at the CMA Awards
Taylor Swift at the Billboard Music Awards
Jessica Chastain at the Academy Awards
Keke Palmer at the Emmy Awards
Lea Michele at the Emmys
Selena Gomez at the ESPY Awards
Amy Adams at the Golden Globe Awards
Amy Adams at the Nocturnal Animals premiere
Hailey Bieber at the Cannes Film Festival
Sofia Vergara at a premier for America’s Got Talent
Sofia Vergara at the Vanity Fair Oscar party
Renee Zellweger at the Academy Awards
Rihanna at the Grammys
Selena Gomez at the Rudderless premiere
Heidi Klum at the Academy Awards
Camila Cabello at the Billboard Music Awards
Gina Rodriguez at the Golden Globe Awards
Emilia Clarke at the Emmy Awards
Shailene Woodley at the Fashion Awards
Selena Gomez at the Grammys
Daisy Ridley at the Star Wars premiere
Annie Murphy at the Emmy Awards
Beyonce at the Grammys
Carrie Underwood at the CMA Awards
Brie Larson at the Captain Marvel premiere
Nicole Kidman at the Screen Actors Guild Awards
Reese Witherspoon at the Academy Awards
Sandra Bullock at the Academy Awards
Amy Adams at the Academy Awards
Amy Adams at the Emmy Awards
Lily Collins at The Mortal Instruments premire
Jennifer Lawrence at the Golden Globe Awards
Lily Collins at the Cannes Film Festival
Scarlett Johansson at the Iron Man 2 premiere
Tracee Ellis Ross at the Academy Awards
Viola Davis at the Academy Awards
Victoria Beckham at the MTV Movie Awards
Kate Hudson at the Met Gala
Scarlett Johansson at the Emmy Awards
Laverne Cox at the Golden Globe Awards
Natalie Portman at the Academy Awards
Nina Dobrev at the Emmy Awards
Zoe Saldana at the Academy Awards
Alessandra Ambrosio at the Vanity Fair Oscar party
Bella Hadid at the Cannes Film Festival
Lupita Nyong’o at the Cannes Film Festival
Lily James at the Golden Globe Awards
Jennifer Lopez at The Last Duel premiere
Jennifer Lopez at the World of Dance red carpet
Lupita Nyong’o at the Academy Awards
Jennifer Lopez at the Parker premiere
Sarah Jessica Parker at the Golden Globe Awards
Kelsea Ballerini at the CMA Awards
Saoirse Ronan at the Golden Globe Awards
Dakota Johnson at the BAFTAs
Natalie Portman at the Cannes Film Festival
Karlie Kloss at the Met Gala
Kate Hudson at the Golden Globe Awards
Kate Bosworth at the Vanity Fair Oscar party
Rihanna at the Met Gala
Olivia Wilde at the Emmy Awards
Jennifer Lawrence at the Golden Globe Awards
Kate Hudson at the Academy Awards
Scarlett Johansson at the America Cinematheque Awards
Kim Kardashian at the Emmy Awards
Emma Stone at the Academy Awards
Naomi Watts at the Golden Globe Awards
Jennifer Lopez at the Golden Globe Awards
Gigi Hadid at the American Music Awards
Ariana DeBose at the Academy Awards
Hailey Bieber at the Met Gala
Uma Thurman at the Golden Globe Awards
Jennifer Garner at the Emmy Awards
Allison Janney at the Academy Awards
Diane Kruger at the Cannes Film Festival
Sienna Miller at the Golden Globe Awards
Penelope Cruz at the Twice Born premiere
Naomi Watts at the Diana premiere
Kendal Jenner at the amfAR Gala
Kristen Wiig at the Academy Awards
Amanda Seyfried at the Academy Awards
Charlize Theron at the Academy Awards
Gal Gadot at the Wonder Woman premiere
Eva Longoria at the Golden Globe Awards
Nicole Kidman at the Academy Awards
Kate Winslet at the Academy Awards
Uma Thurman at the Cannes Film Festival
Gwyneth Paltrow at the Academy Awards
Emma Watson at the Tribeca Film Festival
Uma Thurman at the Met Gala
Jennifer Lopez at the Academy Awards
Charlize Theron at the Academy Awards
Cadri B at the Grammy Awards
Anne Hathaway at the Cannes Film Festival
Naomi Watts at the Academy Awards
Andie MacDowell at the Cannes Film Festival
Diane Kruger at the Cannes Film Festival
Alicia Vikander at the Golden Globe Awards
Penelope Cruz at the Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides premiere
Kaitlyn Dever at the Academy Awards
Jennifer Garner at the Emmy Awards
Nicole Kidman at the Cannes Film Festival
Kirsten Dunst at the Academy Awards
Jennifer Garner at the Academy Awards
Jane Fonda at the Academy Awards
Nicole Kidman at the Golden Globe Awards
Selena Gomez at the Vanity Fair Oscar party
Scarlett Johansson at the Golden Globe Awards
Kate Middleton at the BAFTAs
Scarlett Johansson at the Golden Globe Awards
Margot Robbie at the Academy Awards
Brie Larson at the Golden Globe Awards
Allison Williams at the Golden Globe Awards
Selena Gomez at the Critics Choice Awards
Priyanka Chopra-Jonas at the Emmy Awards
Priyanka Chopra-Jonas at the Academy Awards
Dua Lipa at the Grammy Awards
Lady Gaga at the Screen Actors Guild Awards
Jennifer Lawrence at the BAM Gala
Blake Lively at the Emmy Awards
Irina Shayk at the Cannes Film Festival
Rihanna at the Grammy Awards
Jennifer Lawrence at The Hunger Games: Catching Fire premiere
Dakota Johnson at the Fifty Shades Freed premiere
Marlee Matlin at the Academy Awards
Kyra Sedgewick at the Emmy Awards
Emma Watston at the Gravity premiere
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley at the Cannes Film Festival
Julianne Moore at the Cannes Film Festival
Selena Gomez at the American Music Awards
Zendaya at the Academy Awards
Rosie Perez at the Academy Awards
Amy Forsyth at the Academy Awards
Renee Zellweger at the Academy Awards
Kristen Stewart at the Cannes Film Festival
Gigi Hadid at the Met Gala
Charlize Theron at the Academy Awards
Jessica Chastain at the BAFTAs
Mary J. Blige at the Academy Awards
Lady Gaga at the Academy Awards
Jessica Alba at the BAFTAs
Tina Fey at the Emmy Awards
Alison Brie at the Screen Actors Guild Awards
Julianne Moore at the Golden Globe Awards
Jennifer Lopez at the Met Gala
Lily Collins at the Vanity Fair Oscars party
Kate Winslet at the Golden Globe Awards
Amy Adams at the Academy Awards
Beth Behrs at the Tony Awards
Ellie Kemper at the Screen Actors Guild Awards
Michelle Williams at the Golden Globe Awards
Amy Adams at the Academy Awards
Jennifer Aniston at the Academy Awards
Jennifer Lawrence at the Academy Awards
Dakota Johnson at the Academy Awards
Penelope Cruz at the Academy Awards
Freida Pinto at the Academy Awards
Allison Williams at the Emmy Awards
Salma Hayek-Pinault at the Academy Awards
Emily Blunt at the Academy Awards
Jennifer Lawrence at the Screen Actors Guild Awards
Octavia Spencer at the Academy Awards
Anne Hathaway at the Academy Awards
Katie Holmes at the Emmy Awards
Mayim Bialik at the Emmy Awards
Camilla Belle at the Golden Globe Awards
Cindy Crawford at the Golden Globe Awards
Helen Mirren at the Cannes Films Festival
Amy Adams at the Screen Actors Guild Awards
Cynthia Erivo at the Academy Awards
Sharon Stone at the Cannes Film Festival
Mandy Moore at the Screen Actors Guild Awards
Giuliana Rancic at the Emmy Awards
Naomi Campbell at the CFDA Awards
Kristin Cavallari at the Academy Awards
Ana de Armas at the Golden Globe Awards
Jenna Dewan at the Golden Globe Awards
Sofia Vergara at the Academy Awards
Renee Zellweger at the Golden Globe Awards
Angelina Jolie at the Academy Awards
Brie Larson at the Academy Awards
Jennifer Garner at the Academy Awards
Zendaya at the GLAAD Awards
Lily Collins at the BAFTAs
Selena Gomez at the MTV VMAs
Jennifer Lopez at the Tony Awards
Blake Lively at the Cannes Film Festival
Nicole Kidman at the Academy Awards
Kirsten Dunst at the Cannes Film Festival
Elle Fanning at the Met Gala
Nicole Richie at the Golden Globe Awards
Michelle Dockery at the Emmy Awards
Lupita Nyong’o at the Golden Globe Awards
Anne Hathaway at the Academy AwardsDakota Johnson at the Academy AwardsJennifer Lawrence at the Academy AwardsNaomi Campbell at the CFDA AwardsAnne Hathaway at the Academy AwardsJennifer Aniston at the Academy AwardsAlison Brie at the Screen Actors Guild AwardsMarlee Matlin at the Academy AwardsAmy Forsyth at the Academy AwardsRosie Perez at the Academy AwardsKirsten Dunst at the Academy AwardsScarlett Johansson at the Golden Globe AwardsRosie Huntington-Whiteley at the Cannes Film FestivalSelena Gomez at the American Music AwardsJulianne Moore at the Cannes Film FestivalJennifer Garner at the Academy AwardsEmma Stone at the Academy AwardsPriyanka Chopra-Jonas at the Emmy AwardsKate Winslet at the Academy AwardsSelena Gomez at the Critics Choice AwardsNicole Kidman at the Academy AwardsSelena Gomez at the Vanity Fair Oscar partyNicole Kidman at the Golden Globe AwardsAllison Williams at the Golden Globe AwardsAriana DeBose at the Academy AwardsEva Longoria at the Golden Globe AwardsBrie Larson at the Golden Globe AwardsGal Gadot at the Wonder Woman premiereKaitlyn Dever at the Academy AwardsScarlett Johansson at the Golden Globe AwardsRihanna at the Grammy AwardsAllison Janney at the Academy AwardsKristen Wiig at the Academy AwardsBlake Lively at the Emmy AwardsCharlize Theron at the Academy AwardsAmanda Seyfried at the Academy AwardsGigi Hadid at the Met GalaIrina Shayk at the Cannes Film FestivalPenelope Cruz at the Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides premierePenelope Cruz at the Twice Born premiereJennifer Lawrence at the Golden Globe AwardsAmy Adams at the Golden GlobesSelena Gomez at the ESPY AwardsRenee Zellweger at the Academy AwardsAmy Adams at the Nocturnal Animals premiereCamila Cabello at the Billboard Music AwardsRenee Zellweger at the Academy AwardsHeidi Klum at the Academy AwardsViola Davis at the Academy AwardsAlessandra Ambrosio at the Vanity Fair Oscar partyBella Hadid at the Cannes Film FestivalTracee Ellis Ross at the Academy AwardsNina Dobrev at the Emmy AwardsNatalie Portman at the Academy AwardsDakota Johnson at the BAFTAsJennifer Lawrence at the Golden Globe AwardsAmy Adams at the Emmy AwardsBeyonce at the GrammysKate Bosworth at the Vanity Fair Oscar partyAmy Adams at the Golden Globe AwardsLupita Nyong’o at the Golden Globe AwardsAmy Adams at the Academy AwardsSelena Gomez at the Rudderless premiereTaylor Swift at the CMA AwardsZoe Saldana at the Academy AwardsLily James at the Golden Globe AwardsVictoria Beckham at the MTV Movie AwardsLily Collins at The Mortal Instruments premireKelsea Ballerini at the CMA AwardsSaoirse Ronan at the Golden Globe AwardsLupita Nyong’o at the Academy AwardsKate Hudson at the Met GalaJennifer Lopez at the Parker premiereKarlie Kloss at the Met GalaScarlett Johansson at the Emmy AwardsLily Collins at the Cannes Film FestivalJennifer Lopez at The Last Duel premiereScarlett Johansson at the Iron Man 2 premiereOlivia Wilde at the Emmy AwardsKim Kardashian at the Emmy AwardsRihanna at the Met GalaKate Hudson at the Golden Globe AwardsLupita Nyong’o at the Cannes Film FestivalNatalie Portman at the Cannes Film FestivalLaverne Cox at the Golden Globe AwardsHailey Bieber at the Met GalaCharlize Theron at the Academy AwardsKate Hudson at the Academy AwardsDiane Kruger at the Cannes Film FestivalJennifer Lopez at the World of Dance red carpetScarlett Johansson at the America Cinematheque AwardsJennifer Lopez at the Golden Globe AwardsNaomi Watts at the Golden Globe AwardsJennifer Garner at the Emmy AwardsUma Thurman at the Golden Globe AwardsUma Thurman at the Met GalaGwyneth Paltrow at the Academy AwardsGigi Hadid at the American Music AwardsEmma Watson at the Tribeca Film FestivalJennifer Lopez at the Academy AwardsUma Thurman at the Cannes Film FestivalAnne Hathaway at the Cannes Film FestivalSienna Miller at the Golden Globe AwardsDiane Kruger at the Cannes Film FestivalCardi B at the Grammy AwardsNaomi Watts at the Diana premiereAlicia Vikander at the Golden Globe AwardsNaomi Watts at the Academy AwardsAndie MacDowell at the Cannes Film FestivalJennifer Garner at the Emmy AwardsJennifer Lawrence at the BAM GalaKyra Sedgewick at the Emmy AwardsJane Fonda at the Academy AwardsMargot Robbie at the Academy AwardsEmma Watston at the Gravity premiereKate Middleton at the BAFTAsKristen Stewart at the Cannes Film FestivalJennifer Lawrence at The Hunger Games: Catching Fire premiereDua Lipa at the Grammy AwardsRenee Zellweger at the Academy AwardsDakota Johnson at the Fifty Shades Freed premierePriyanka Chopra-Jonas at the Academy AwardsLady Gaga at the Screen Actors Guild AwardsMary J. Blige at the Academy AwardsLady Gaga at the Academy AwardsCynthia Erivo at the Academy AwardsAngelina Jolie at the Academy AwardsNicole Kidman at the Academy AwardsBlake Lively at the Cannes Film FestivalLily Collins at the BAFTAsZendaya at the GLAAD AwardsRenee Zellweger at the Golden Globe AwardsAna de Armas at the Golden Globe AwardsKristin Cavallari at the Academy AwardsGiuliana Rancic at the Emmy AwardsMandy Moore at the Screen Actors Guild AwardsCharlize Theron at the Academy AwardsJennifer Lopez at the Met GalaJennifer Lawrence at the Screen Actors Guild AwardsSharon Stone at the Cannes Film FestivalJenna Dewan at the Golden Globe AwardsNicole Richie at the Golden Globe AwardsElle Fanning at the Met GalaMichelle Dockery at the Emmy AwardsSalma Hayek-Pinault at the Academy AwardsEmily Blunt at the Academy AwardsBrie Larson at the Academy AwardsSofia Vergara at the Academy AwardsJennifer Garner at the Academy AwardsSelena Gomez at the MTV VMAsJennifer Lopez at the Tony AwardsKirsten Dunst at the Cannes Film FestivalJessica Chastain at the BAFTAsJessica Alba at the BAFTAsLily Collins at the Vanity Fair Oscars partyKate Winslet at the Golden Globe AwardsBeth Behrs at the Tony AwardsEllie Kemper at the Screen Actors Guild AwardsMayim Bialik at the Emmy AwardsOctavia Spencer at the Academy AwardsCamilla Belle at the Golden Globe AwardsMichelle Williams at the Golden Globe AwardsAmy Adams at the Academy AwardsJulianne Moore at the Golden Globe AwardsAmy Adams at the Screen Actors Guild AwardsNicole Kidman at the Cannes Film FestivalCindy Crawford at the Golden Globe AwardsHelen Mirren at the Cannes Films FestivalAmy Adams at the Academy AwardsKatie Holmes at the Emmy AwardsFreida Pinto at the Academy AwardsPenelope Cruz at the Academy AwardsAllison Williams at the Emmy AwardsTina Fey at the Emmy AwardsWinnie Harlow at the Cannes Film FestivalTaylor Swift at the MTV VMAsMandy Moore at a premiere for This is UsLea Michele at the EmmysLizzo at the Brit AwardsKeke Palmer at the Emmy AwardsTaylor Swift at the Billboard Music AwardsJessica Chastain at the Academy AwardsSofia Vergara at the Vanity Fair Oscar partySofia Vergara at a premier for America’s Got TalentHailey Bieber at the Cannes Film FestivalGina Rodriguez at the Golden Globe AwardsShailene Woodley at the Fashion AwardsSelena Gomez at the GrammysEmilia Clarke at the Emmy AwardsDaisy Ridley at the Star Wars premiereSandra Bullock at the Academy AwardsRihanna at the GrammysCarrie Underwood at the CMA AwardsBrie Larson at the Captain Marvel premiereAnnie Murphy at the Emmy AwardsNicole Kidman at the Screen Actors Guild AwardsReese Witherspoon at the Academy AwardsSarah Jessica Parker at the Golden Globe AwardsKendall Jenner at the amfAR Gala
Also, the actress recounted a 2021 essay written by her mother, Academy Award nominee, Uma Thurman, for the Washington Post, regarding her own experiences as a teen having an abortion. I’m so impressed by Maya’s wherewithal & forthcoming advocacy for this human rights violation, & speaking about her mother’s right to freedom of choice, on such a visible platform to educate & inspire young people–not just women–everywhere to take action to own their bodies.
Additionally, Maya attended the interview all smiles, even in its most sincere moments, but also in head-to-toe denim by Dior with a jacket (shop here), jeans (shop here), & closed toe gladiator flats (shop similar here), appearing relatable & comfortable with Jimmy Fallon, who stated that he held young Maya as a baby while spending time with the Thurman-Hawke family.
To recreate Maya’s look, you don’t need a Dior budget, especially when high quality denim from reliable retailers is available, along with a beige tee & options for footwear, inspired by Maya. Check out the on-sale suggestions below to recreate this casual, but chic look for any age:
To view a clip of the interview, check out the video below:
Also, if you haven’t dove into season four of Stranger Things yet, here’s a trailer for the first seven episodes, which are currently available on Netflix:
However, TODAY volume two of the masterfully horrifying season four is available, including 2 longer episodes that close out the penultimate season. Check out the trailer below:
Selena Gomez is at it again! No, she’s not solving murders, like her character, Mable Mora, does on Only Murders in the Building. No, she’s not cooking up a feast for her friends & family, like she does on the hit HBOMax show Selena + Chef. No, she’s not singing her heart out, like she did on her most recent album, Revelacion. This time, she’s promoting her new lipstick & lip liner launch for her cosmetics brand, Rare Beauty, Kind Words in effortless, mature, & elegant style.
The mogul & entertainer stepped out in a Santa Monica Sephora wearing a blazer mini dress with lace detailing by Alexander McQueen (shop similar here) from the Fall/Winter 2022 collection, finished with Jimmy Choo Minny sandals in black (shop here), maintaining a polished, professional, & posh style for yet another blogworthy appearance, as seen below.
In an email interview with Harper’s Bazaar last month, Selena revealed the process behind developing the Kind Words matter lip colors, along with her favorites, stating: “I wanted to create a classic lipstick that’s truly comfortable. Every shade is easy and wearable, and just perfect for every day…This is everything I’ve ever wanted in a lip liner. Super smooth and doesn’t tug on your lips and made to last all day without feeling sticky.”
In the same Harper’s Bazaar piece, Selena adds, “I’ve been testing and wearing these products for the past year with my friends and makeup artists. This year, I’ve worn the lipstick and liners to the SAG Awards, Critics Choice Awards, Only Murders in the Building press days, and on my days off…I can’t stop wearing the new Kind Words Matte Lip Liner in Fun, which I have been pairing with the Kind Words Matte Lipstick in Lively. Fun is a beautiful neutral mauve, and Lively is more of a rose-pink shade, and they complement each other well. If I want a bold lip look, my go-to is Gifted, which is a deep dusty plum. That’s what I’m wearing in the campaign! The lipsticks and liners are so easy to wear, because they’re comfortable and creamy, so the lips stay soft and supple. I love this collection because every shade is wearable and perfect for an everyday look whether I’m mixing and matching or wearing the same shades.”
Check out the below video, from Beauty Velle, for a glimpse into Selena’s Kind Words collection in rich matte hues for any occasion:
For $15-$20, the liners & lipsticks seem like a worthy investment, if you’re the lipstick-loving type!
Zendaya could not get any more beautiful, yet here she is again, living it up in full-on glamour for the July 2022 issue of Vogue Italia, photographed by Elizaveta Porodina, wearing a couture jeweled Valentino minidress on the sultry cover with a statement Bulgari necklace & bold violet eyeshadow, which is very reminiscent of the beauty looks that characters on Euphoria wear. Am I right?
According to Vogue Italia‘s Instagram, Zendaya epitomizes the current generation of pioneering women, whom the actress credits black women of the past who have aided in her own success. The artistic images not only prove Zendaya’s influence on fashion, but also pop culture with her timeless style, refreshing intensity, & poised maturity. Vogue Italia shared Zendaya’s thoughtful reflections on her fame, “Sometimes I feel kind of silly being an actor, but then I remember the stories that I’m telling and the reasons behind them. Especially as of recent with Euphoria, I had so many people reach out and share their experiences of connecting with it, in the sense of loss or addiction or grief or mental illness and their struggles with that.”
More looks in the shoot were styled by Law Roach, featuring pieces from Del Core, Paco Rabanne, The Attico, Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini, & more Bulgari jewels. However, the multi-faceted performer doesn’t get fazed by the designer duds & sparkle, commenting, “For quite some time, I have been able to maintain a minimum of anonymity so that I can do the same things I used to do, living a fairly normal life,” adding about her fans that “they’re really understanding that I’m human, even the hardcore ones and they want me to be happy and I genuinely feel that from them.”
If you haven’t watched season 1 of Only Murders in the Building on Hulu, stop reading & go do it–all 10 episodes!
However, if you’re excited for season 2 to drop TODAY, just like I am, you’ll be extra psyched to see the show’s star, Selena Gomez, in all of her silver sparkly glory at the season 2 premiere in Los Angeles yesterday. With a cut-out & super high slit gown by Michael Kors, plus a beachy/glam ponytail, shimmering hoop earrings by Effy Jewelry (shop similar here), & makeup, no doubt, from her Rare Beauty collection, this is Selena’s best red carpet look EVER, IMO. She’s poised, polished, & perfectly glistening with such a modern take on a classic Hollywood aesthetic. The range that she displays on the red carpet, when performing on stage, & on the show as the sarcastic Mable Mora is admirable & evocative, cementing her status as a major player in the entertainment industry who is only just getting started (with over 100 acting credits to her name & 9 albums to her name)!
Have a look at Selena’s stunning red carpet appearance, which is just the beginning of what will be a fashionable press tour for the show & her upcoming Rare Beauty launches:
To catch up on what happened last season, watch the season 1 trailer (not a recap!) below:
If you haven’t already watched it on repeat, watch the hi-jinx about to ensue on the residents (& outcasts) of the Arconia building:
I can’t wait to laugh, cry, & wonder about how this new season will unfold, especially with celebrity guest stars, such as comedian Amy Schumer and Selena’s good friend / supermodel Cara Delevingne joining in on the fun.
Neon is always the best way to go for summer, even when coordinating a professional ensemble. Additionally, monochrome neon makes a bold statement that not only turns heads, but inspires us to expand our work wardrobes & experiment in unexpected ways. For example, Kristen Bell knows all about neon, continuing her recent style reign while balancing the monikers: The Good Placestar, We Are Supported By… podcast host, supermom, & now author of the children’s book The World Needs More Purple Schools. Recently, while promoting the book, Kristen was spotted in New York City in this neon cropped blazer & coordinating high-waist trousers, along with PVC sandals, round sunglasses, a Anine Bing handbag (shop here), & gold earrings.
While the cropped blazer bit may not be the go-to look for every professional Style Darling, it definitely inspires a new way to think not only about blazers, but also about the blouse that could pair underneath it. In an effort to recreate Kristen’s look, check out the below suggestions:
Since the suiting pair had limited size availability, I expanded my search to include my plus-size readers who are interested & eager to jump on board the neon & green, finding some affordable, stylish options below:
Last night’s BET Awards honored the achievements of black musicians from the past year, but were not without fanfare & glamour on the red carpet, using the awards platform for both style statements and vital political messages. Some of the red carpet highlights include Lizzowearing a glittery navy Gucci gown, along with Taraji P. Henson in a striking, silver Tom Ford design, Chloe Bailey stunning in a Nicholas Jebran swirly look, Cynthia Erivo turning heads in a multicolor Louis Vuitton ensemble, Janelle Monae‘s transparent Roberto Cavalli gown, Lena Waithe in a pastel Casablanca suit, Halle Bailey‘s plunging Monot dress, Paula Patton in a magenta mini, & Marsai Martin in a custom Dolce & Gabbana flapper-inspired dress.
Check out the gallery & slideshow below to catch up on who sparkles, who took a risk, & who took their style game to a whole new level!
2022 BET Awards – Ari Lennox2022 BET Awards – Big Freedia2022 BET Awards – Billy Porter2022 BET Awards – Blac Chyna2022 BET Awards – Brandee Evans2022 BET Awards – Chloe Bailey2022 BET Awards – Coco Jones2022 BET Awards – Coi Leray2022 BET Awards – Crystal Hayslett2022 BET Awards – Cynthia Erivo2022 BET Awards – Doechii2022 BET Awards – Dreamdoll2022 BET Awards – Eva Marcille2022 BET Awards – Francesca Amiker2022 BET Awards – Giveon2022 BET Awards – Halle Bailey2022 BET Awards – Janelle Monae2022 BET Awards – Kennedy McCullough2022 BET Awards – KJ Smith2022 BET Awards – Lakeyah2022 BET Awards – Lena Waithe2022 BET Awards – Lizzo2022 BET Awards – Marsai Martin2022 BET Awards – Mary J. Blige2022 BET Awards – Muni Long2022 BET Awards – Ne-Yo2022 BET Awards – Ogi2022 BET Awards – Paula Patton2022 BET Awards – Rachel Lindsay2022 BET Awards – Sabrina Dhowre & Idris Elba2022 BET Awards – Saniyya Sidney2022 BET Awards – Saucy Santana2022 BET Awards – Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs2022 BET Awards – Serayah2022 BET Awards – Summer Walker2022 BET Awards – Tamar Braxton2022 BET Awards – Tamera Kissen2022 BET Awards – Taraji P. Henson2022 BET Awards – Victoria Monet
A classic look never goes out of style & is always a go-to for nearly any occasion, which was the case for Academy Award-winning actress Charlize Theron who celebrated her Africa Outreach Project 2022 Summer Block Party in head-to-toe Dior, which took place at the Universal Studios Backlot this past weekend. While Dior isn’t a brand that all of us budget-friendly Style Darlings can depend on on the regular, we can take inspiration from Charlize’s stylish white button-down shirt (shop here), flared jeans (shop similar here), black pointy toe pumps (shop here), black quilted clutch (shop similar here), & Tiffany & Co. jewelry.
Button shirts are a staple for any wardrobe, especially if you work in an environment that requires professional attire, but these tops vary in style & can be worn with a number of different options, including a pencil skirt, linen shorts, or a velvet pants in the cooler months. The below suggested options vary in availability for sizes XS-XXL and range in price from $14.99 – $44.63.
Next, a flared jean is a playful & throwback way of mixing up your look, especially when contrasting a more demure button-down shirt. The below options range in price $40.00-$52.46 and are vary in availability for sizes 0-30.
Next, a black pointy toe pump is definitely a classic to incorporate into one’s weekly routine; however, aside from a breezy, cool denim look, like Charlize’s, check out these affordable options ranging in price from $37.99 – $59.99 for special occasions & other professional functions:
Lastly, you can’t go wrong with a quilted bag bag or clutch, especially one with an option to use the chain or tuck it in for Instagram posing, including the following picks that range in price from $24.97-$39.99:
The shoot includes gorgeous looks featuring pieces from legendary & daring names, such as: Alaia, Schiaparelli Haute Couture, Harris Reed & Roker, Tiffany & Co., Junya Watanabe, Lorraine Schwartz, Malakai, Vivienne H. Lake, Eddie Borgo, & Commando. The stunning images were inspired by “a fashion fantasia spun from the tropes of club life during the last century’s final quarter [featuring] mirror balls, light boxes, [and] headdresses,” Enninful claims, which only makes sense for the iconic powerhouse that Beyoncé is, 6 solo records later & after winning 28 Grammy Awards!
When it comes to summer style, I’m always all about a breezy, comfy fit & pops of color, but a little white dress (#LWD) is always a staple to break out for a fresh day in the sun, gathering with family & friends, or a chic date night out. Case in point, actress & style icon Blake Lively attended this weekend’s Tribeca Film Festival in support of her superstar pal Taylor Swift‘s “All Too Well” short film, which apparently should not be confused with a music video. However, Blake’s classic white dress caught my eye to feature because the actress has elevated the look for evening with her always stylish eye for accessorizing, along with her charming husband, Ryan Reynolds at her side.
The featured neutrals, along with the light cotton frock offer a juxtaposition of hard & soft, as well as glitzy & effortless. Furthermore, the Christian Louboutin t-strap heels and Gucci purse are likely too costly for the average Style Darling, which is why I wanted to feature affordable & fashionable alternatives, if Blake’s look has you inspired. Here are a few white dresses, available in a variety of sizes XS-4X (while supplies last) to get you ready for your next summer night out in style, ranging in prices $24.99-$74.00:
Additionally, some suggested accessories to coordinate with any of these white dresses (or one that you still haven’t dug out from the back of your closet) include:
Happy belated 2020 Style Darlings! I’m happy to make a return (albeit a brief one) to my blog posts, especially as I look forward to a stylish & confident new year. The semester is about to start & there is always a lot to do at home, which is why my regular posts are not as regular as I’d like. I encourage all of my readers to follow me on Instagram @styledarlingdaily to keep up with what I’m wearing, what I’m shopping for, what I’m loving, & who’s wearing what…which brings me to today’s post about who is wearing suits & why that’s so special.
I’m not much of suit sporter myself. I’ve never been a fan of what has always felt like a restrictive topper like a blazer, which is why I’m pro-cardigan on the daily, but I’m pretty inspired by the trend of playful & colorful suiting that I’ve seen on some of my favorite & most stylish celebrities. Wearing a head-to-toe pattern or monochromatic palette is both classic & edgy for any number of occasions, including figuring out what to wear to work! Some recent noteworthy looks include Golden Globe-winner Awkwafina (for her role in The Farewell) in a hot pink suit by Cinq à Sept (shop the blazer & pants) with a black crop top, Aussie Cate Blanchett‘s polka dot perfection in a Haider Ackermann suit with blue Dorateymur boots, Priyanka Chopra Jonas in a pretty pink silk suit with contrasting raspberry, a spring-ready Rose Byrne (star of Like a Boss) in a pastel suit by Christian Wijnants with white pumps, the always delightful Salma Hayek in all-over plaid by Gucci (shop the vest), & “Lose You To Love Me” singer Selena Gomez‘s cognac suit by Gauge81 paired with a cashmere blouse by Victor Glemaud & Yuul Yie boots.
Akwafina, Cate Blanchett, Priyanka Chopra, Rose Byrne, Salma Hayek, & Selena Gomez in suits.
Of course, some looks are bolder than others, but why not try something new without breaking the bank? Some of my favorite places to shop for matching separates include regular discounts & sales on new arrivals & wardrobe staples.
Jessica Alba has always been one of my favorite celebrities to watch out for on the red carpet because several elements of her personal style mirror my own. She loves feminine, classic pieces, never straying too far into an architectural or modern aesthetic, but still appearing current & trendy. While the actress / entrepreneur has been promoting her new series L.A.’s Finest (also starring the always exquisite Gabrielle Union), as well as her brand The Honest Company, Jessica has been all about platforms. I couldn’t help but notice the chunky shoe under many of her dresses during her promotional tour, a choice that I would not personally make, but something I love to look at with her red carpet fashion, which has a very 70s & 90s glam vibe right now.
Below Jessica goes peachy in a Giambattista Valli Spring 2019 dress with beige patent leather platforms & an Alaia cropped shirt with a striped skirt in Jimmy Choo platforms.
Also, at the Monte Carlo TV Festival, Jessica wore an orange Silvia Tcherassi belted dress with a Mulberry bag & satin platforms. For her Honest Beauty Meet & Greet, Jessica looks heavenly in a Self Portrait midi dress with rust suede Salvatore Ferragamo platforms.For the budget shopper looking for trend pieces without breaking the bank, check out some of these affordable & stylish platforms out in stores & online now.
Victoria Beckham is always flawless. This isn’t news, but I just had to start there. The Spice Girl-turned-designer recently stepped out in what starts to look like a minimalist summer look with a white tee & black cuffed jeans, accessorized with classic pieces like a sleek black envelope clutch, pendant necklace, a chain link gold watch, & Celine sunglasses (shop here)… until you see the heels! They’re BalenciagaSquare Knife neon pumps (shop here) that make a wild style statement, but it all works seamlessly, especially on Victoria!
Of course, this look would’ve worked with pink, orange, red, or really, any color heel. She could’ve surprised us all with neon ballet flats, which would have been equally successful & exciting to post about. I’m always finding new ways to mix up my favorite wardrobe items in my collection, playing with different colors & patterns to pop, which is why I love Victoria’s inspiration so much.
However, we all don’t have the kind of budget needed to recreate this high-end, luxury look… but have no fear! Because so many of the pieces are staples, they’re not hard to find without breaking the bank! Even imitation-inspired heels are available to peruse (in several other colors too) to bring Victoria’s posh style back to life!
Skirts! Skirts! Skirts! Why wear them? Well, there are so many versatile skirt styles & inspiration galore to be had. For spring, don’t just think about mini or denim skirts, there’s plenty of style opportunity when it comes to midi and maxi length skirts, especially when looking to transition your pieces from season-to-season. Skirts can instantly dress up a t-shirt, or turn a menswear-inspired look into something evening-appropriate. Check out the many ways to wear skirts on Game of Thrones actress Emilia Clarke, singer-actress Janelle Monae, Tokien star Lily Collins, Mrs. Nick Jonas herself Priyanka Chopra, Crazy Rich Asians breakout Gemma Chan, British model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, & designer extraordinaire Victoria Beckham (in her own design!).
Skirts in cotton, linen, or denim even make a great companion for dressier pieces to wear for the day. Spring is all about color & movement when it comes to what to wear. Now is the perfect time to embrace bold statement pieces & take a style risk! Experimenting with separates is a great way to find out how to get the most out of your wardrobe. Some of the affordable options featured below make for great contrast pieces to try with printed tops, classic button downs, as well as neutral staples for your glitzier wardrobe favorites!
It’s a new year & a new Kate Spade with the newest ad campaign for the brand under Creative Director Nicola Glass. The stylish & bright brand embarks on their “optimistic femininity” by staying true to what’s classic & what works, with the message that women should stay true to their own story. Kate Spade has always embodied such an empowering vibe, but continues to do so with the help of Ozark‘s Julia Glass, If Beale Street Could Talk breakout star Kiki Layne, & Stranger Things actress Sadie Sink.
It’s hard not to smile when checking out these latest Kate Spade designs & the playful photographs taken by Tim Walker, who worked with the brand since the late Kate Spade was at the helm in 1999. The photos offer a fresh, vibrant, & young take on fashion, including the bold textiles, girlish jewelry, & polished accessories.
What do you think of the photo shoot? Are you a fan of Kate Spade designs? What brands are your favorite to follow? For more designer-inspired posts, click here, here, here, & here! Happy Styling!
The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, made her first patronage to work with the charity organization, Smart Works, that works with women who are seeking to improve their job pursuits (via interview skills & wardrobe choices). The mother-to-be arrived in a black materntiy t-shirt dress by Hatch & Oscar de la Renta coat with a Victoria Beckham purse & cow print heels. The looks was in keeping with her minimalist elegance, especially as she radiated with positivity & style.
Of course, Meghan’s wardrobe budget can’t compare to most of ours, but her designer pieces are available to shop online. See below.
However, to achieve a look similar to Meghan’s (pregnant or not), I scoured the web for similar & affordable items that are also chic wardrobe essentials. The LBD could be styled for day or night depending on your accessories. Also, a neutral coat is a must-have for the colder months.
Sometimes when I can’t make up my mind of how I want to style my outfit in terms of jewelry, pearls are an easy go-to for instantly adding some much-needed glam & sophistication to an otherwise casual look. The holidays are the perfect time of year to consider pearls, & not just for jewelry must-haves.Take inspiration from the stylish likes of Angelina Jolie, Brie Larson, Lupita Nyong’o, Reese Witherspoon, Rihanna, & Zooey Deschanel, all donning pearls in earring, bracelet, or necklace form.
One of my favorite shopping spots, New York & Company, has some stylish & affordable pearly finds to wear for your next holiday party, date night, girls’ night out, or even sipping on some hot cocoa while wrapping presents.
However you choose to wear your pearls, own them. Pearls are timeless & go with any outfit.I love glamming up a casual Sunday with a pair of cluster studs, for example. The pearl resurgence that we saw last holiday season on clothing isn’t going away either. How do you like to wear pearls? Do you have a favorite pearl accessory that you love to wear? For more jewelry inspired posts, click here, here, here, & here. Happy Styling!
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