Red Carpet Review: All The Sparkles from the Dazzling 2023 BAFTAs, Including Florence Pugh, Lily James, & More!

Posted on February 19, 2023 by Alissa

Tonight’s BAFTAs were a star-studded affair, honoring not only Britain’s best performers & filmmakers from the past year, but Hollywood’s most buzzed about stars dressed to the nines. Some of my favorites of the night include the always transfixing Florence Pugh in a tangerine dream by Nina Ricci, a sparkling Lily James continuing her sultry streak in Tamara Ralph, actress Jodie Turner-Smith in a shimmering feathered gown by Gucci, Tár winner Cate Blanchett rewearing her vintage Margiela column gown, The Menu’s Anya Taylor-Joy in a velvet Schiaparelli Haute Couture, as well as The Woman King star Viola Davis in a violet Stella McCartney ensemble & Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’s Angela Bassett following the purple trend in a lavender Pamella Roland halter gown.

Additionally, gloves continue to be a major red carpet trend, as seen on Princess Catherine, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, & Shiela Artim. Also, there was a frenzy of Louis Vuitton-clad stars, including Blonde nominee Ana de Armas, Cynthia Erivo, Hoyeon Jung, & Sophie Turner.

Not to mention, sleek & elegant tuxedo separates were donned by Everything Everywhere All at Once lead Michelle Yeoh in blush Dior, Jamie Lee Curtis in velvet & white, & Good Luck to You, Leo Grande nominee Emma Thompson in head-to-toe cream.

Florence Pugh in a tangerine ruched gown by Nina Ricci & Cynthia Erivo in a bronze Louis Vuitton gown at the 2023 BAFTAs

Carey Mulligan in a black long sleeve Dior gown, Cate Blanchett in a black vintage Margiela gown, Julianne Moore in a black sweetheart Saint Laurent gown with a white feathered coat, Yvonne Orji, & Gwendoline Christie in a black belted Giles Deacon design at the 2023 BAFTAs

Jessica Henwick black sparkling three-piece ensemble by Michael Kors, Sara Sampaio, Victoria Magrath, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley in a modern black Alaïa design, & Patricia Bright at the 2023 BAFTAs

Helen Mirren in a black & silver cape gown, Alison Hammond in a black sparkling gown, Munroe Bergdorf in a black lace dress, & Alex Scott in a black & silver gown at the 2023 BAFTAs

AJ Odudu in a black embellished gown, Ellie Goulding in a flowy deep-v gown, Sophie Turner in an embellished Louis Vuitton gown, Emma Mackey in a black sparkling gown, & Aimee Lou Wood in a black mini dress & purple train at the 2023 BAFTAs

Vera Wang, Nicola Coughlan, Jamie Lee Curtis, Hong Chau in a floral ball gown by Erdem, & Hayley Atwell at the 2023 BAFTAs

Geri Halliwell Horner, Olivia Cooke, Lily James in a white & jeweled deep-v Tamara Ralph design, Naomi Ackie, & Princess Catherine at the 2023 BAFTAs

Ana de Armas in a blush Louis Vuitton gown & Emma Thompson in a white flowy suit at the 2023 BAFTAs

Anya Taylor-Joy in gold velvet Schiaparelli Couture ensemble, Michelle Yeoh in a blush Dior suit, & Ariana DeBose in a beige Fendi Haute Couture netted dress at the 2023 BAFTAs

Jodie Turner-Smith in purple feathered Gucci, Viola Davis in a purple sequin Stella McCartney design, Angela Bassett in a lavender Pamella Roland halter gown, & Lashana Lynch in periwinkle Fendi haute couture at the 2023 BAFTAs

Madeline Arthur in a salmon deep-v Giambattista Valli gown, Gugu Mbatha-Raw in a multicolor lace Gucci gown, Hoyeon Jung in a gold strapless Louis Vuitton gown, & Danielle Deadwyler in a blue & green Armani Privé gown at the 2023 BAFTAs

Wallis Day in a gray tulle gown, Sheila Atim in a silver foil strapless Prada gown, & Kerry Condon in a gown strapless gown at the 2023 BAFTAs

Vick Hope in a cobalt sparkling gown, Sally Bretton in a blouse & champagne skirt ensemble, & Dolly De Leon in a structured champagne gown at the 2023 BAFTAs

Who wore your favorite look of the night? Who’s been the biggest surprise on the red carpet this awards season? Who are you looking forward to seeing at next month’s Academy Awards? For more stylish posts, check out: fabulous Sam & Libby flats for $7, bright & beaded earrings from SUGARFIX by BaubleBar, & all the details behind Rihanna’s Super Bowl halftime show! Happy Styling!

Cover Craze: The Indomitable Keke Palmer Discusses Identity & Fame for The Hollywood Reporter!

Posted on November 20, 2022 by Alissa

Keke Palmer is a celebrity whom I love to watch during interviews. She’s vibrant, verbose, & aware of herself. The confidence & class the Nope star exudes continues with her latest interview & cover for The Hollywood Reporter.

Decked out in designers like Gucci, Balenciaga, Stuart Weitzman, Michael Kors, Simone Rocha, & Sophia Webster, the powerhouse performer speaks to journalist Mikey O’Connell about her relationship with fame, her dual identities as Lauren Palmer behind the scenes & Keke in the spotlight, as well as her career goals to create opportunities for marginalized individuals in Hollywood. Additionally, the shoot was photographed by Munachi Osegbu & styled impeccably by Wayman + Micah.

The stunning Illinois native entertains within the article, just like she has & continues to do on the big & small screens, with spotlight-stealing performances in Hustlers, Alice, Scream Queens, & Akeelah and the Bee. Keke can wear anything & say anything—audiences & readers alike are charmed & continue to want more from this multitalented actress, singer, & producer.

Check out the video below from The Hollywood Reporter as Keke discusses some of her major career firsts:

Are you a fan of Keke’s? What’s your favorite role of hers? What would you like to see her in next? For more stylish posts, check out: the most festive evening shoes of the season, a cheerful & discounted sweater from J. Crew Factory, Jennifer Aniston’s Allure cover shoot, & an affordable blazer from the unlikeliest of stores! Happy Styling!

Cover Craze: Anne Hathaway Talks a Turning 40, Her 4 Upcoming Movies, & More for Vogue Hong Kong’s November 2022 Issue!

Posted on October 30, 2022 by Alissa

If there’s any actress sure to garner attention for the glossy photos of a magazine cover shoot, it’s Anne Hathaway! For the November 2022 issue of Vogue Hong Kong, the Academy Award-winner channels her 60s goddess, which we’ve been seeing a lot lately for recent red carpets & press events, discussing turning 40 soon, her 4 upcoming films (Armageddon Time, Eileen, She Came to Me, & Mother’s Instinct), as well as family & fashion!

The style icon brings the drama in leopard, sequins, & faux fur to the images, photographed by Dan Jackson & styled by Dena Giannini. The shoot includes pieces from designers, such as Giorgio Armani, Bvlgari, Area, Paula Rowen, Tom Ford, Gucci, Falke, Gianvito Rossi, Chanel, Wolford, Michael Kors, Lelet, Carolina Herrera, Alaïa, Valentino, & more!

What do you think of Anne’s style? Are you excited to see Armageddon Time? What’s your favorite international fashion magazine? For more stylish posts, check out: fashion flashbacks with Gabrielle Union & Julia Roberts, an any season knit sweater by Time & Tru, & velvet leggings from Old Navy in every size! Happy Styling!

Red Carpet Review: Selena Gomez Sparkles in Michael Kors at the Season 2 Premiere of Only Murders in the Building!

Posted on June 28, 2022 by Alissa

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.

What do you think of Selena’s red carpet look? Are you excited to follow the hapless, podcasting trio into their next adventure? For more stylish, celebrity posts, check out: Kristen Bell’s monochromatic neon suit, the red carpet from the BET Awards, & what Natalie Portman & Tessa Thompson wore to the Thor: Love & Thunder premiere! Happy Styling!

Cover Craze: Margot Robbie for Harper’s Bazaar December 2018 / January 2019 Issue!

Posted on November 17, 2018 by Alissa

Australian actress & Oscar-nominee Margot Robbie covers the December 2018 / January 2019 issue of Harper’s Bazaar, looking every bit the star she is. Some of her most notable films include The Wolf of Wall Street, I, Tonya, Suicide Squad, & Goodbye Christopher Robin. For the glam trapeze-themed photo shoot, she dons only the best designers, such as Chanel (the brand for which she is a spokesmodel), Armani Privé, Tiffany & Co., Tom Ford, Michael Kors Collection, Bulgari, & more!

The blonde bombshell discusses her production company, LuckyChap Entertainment, established in 2014, as well as her new film Mary Queen of Scots co-starring Saoirse Ronan.

For more on the article (by Christine Lennon) & dazzling photographs (by Camilla Akrans), click here. Also, for more fashionable magazine covers featuring Margot Robbie, check out Elle, W magazine, & British Vogue. This issue of Harper’s Bazaar hits newsstands on November 20th! Happy Styling!

Splurge or Save… on Lace Up Ballet Flats?

Posted on August 9, 2017 by Alissa

This time of the summer is when retailers are rearing to go with the newest fall items for shoppers to clamor over. This includes trend items that might not stand the test of time, but there are definitely some worth seeking. For inspiration on the best of the newest arrivals for the next season, it’s easy to turn to luxury designers & brands. Those styles trickle down the price point pole & then look-alike items finally become affordable for a Style Darling on a budget.

One example is the lace-up ballet flat, a stylish option to help transition your wardrobe from summer to fall. The below styles range in prices from $685 (wowie!) to $24.99. These are examples of the next level of the ballet flat craze that’s obviously not going anywhere. What will designers think of next? A black ballet flat doesn’t have to be basic anymore, especially when styled with a little black dress or blouse & silk shorts ensemble.SHOP: 1. Gianvito Rossi flats @Neiman Marcus, 2. Sam Edelman flats @Bloomingdale’s, 3. MICHAEL Michael Kors flats @Macy’s, 4. lace-up flats @LOFT, & 5. SO flats @Kohl’s.

Which designers do you follow & invest in? What trends do you buy for less? Where are your favorite places to shop for shoes? What are you most looking forward to wearing for fall? Happy Styling!

Cover Craze: Selena Gomez for Vogue’s April Issue!

Posted on March 18, 2017 by Alissa

Selena Gomez is a force to be reckoned with & her latest appearance on American Vogue (the first time she’s appeared on the revered fashion magazine’s cover) is just another example of how the multitalented star is truly herself & a superstar at the same time. During her interview, she discusses everything from mental health & therapy, growing up in the spotlight, why she’s ghosting on Instagram, how she’s keeping mum on her new relationship with The Weeknd, & what’s next for her both personally & professionally.

Not only does the 24-year-old stun on stage & the big screen, but the Vogue shoot is fraught with sexy spring & summer style, as she wears designers like Balenciaga, Tory Burch, Michael Kors, Dolce & Gabbana, to name a few.

Which magazines are your favorite for all the latest celebrity & fashion news? Which stars do you love to see on covers? Happy Styling!

Cover Craze: Olivia Palermo Channels Victorian Style as Holt Renfrew’s Debut Muse!

Posted on October 28, 2015 by Alissa

The world’s style crush / obsession on Olivia Palermo is stronger than ever, & what better way to celebrate the modern-day style icon than continue to feature her impeccable fashion sense in the debut feature for Holt Renfrew, not a print magazine like I usually feature in Cover Craze, but an online magazine premiering with Olivia. The photoshoot was inspired by fall’s best Victorian-inspired pieces, from designers & labels like Altuzarra, Manolo Blahnik, Lanvin, Oscar de la Renta, Dolce & Gabbana, Chloe, Self-Portrait, Valentino, & Michael Kors, as well as beauty brands that furnished Olivia’s look including Bobbi Brown, Tom Ford, Nars, & more.

The article features Olivia’s own words about her where her flawless style comes from, her goals for the ever-changing world of fashion & technology, as well as her personal work ethics in building her brand.

What do you think of Olivia’s elegant photo shoot? Do you follow her fashion lifestyle on social media? For more posts featuring Olivia Palermo, check out her recent jewelry collaboration with BaubleBar, as well as red carpet looks in chic leather overalls, a Tibi tuxedo dress, & a stunning Valentino gown. Also, get inspired by a 300+ image gallery of Olivia’s street style & special occasion outfits. Happy Styling!

#RedCarpet Review: All The Looks From The 2015 #Emmys, Including #BestDressed Stars Kerry Washington, Lady Gaga, & More!

Posted on September 20, 2015 by Alissa

Tonight’s Emmy awards are already causing a buzz all over the internet, especially among fashion bloggers everywhere. I have nothing but love to show for all the female nominees & presenters on the red carpet. At the end of the day, it’s all about positively celebrating today’s most talented women. However, when it comes to fashion, there’s a legacy about the red carpet & seeing high-end couture & designers’ visions come to life on some of our favorite stars.

Some of my favorites walked the red carpet in California’s sweltering heat to the beat of their own stylish drum, including Scandal star Kerry Washington (in Marc Jacobs), Modern Family star Sarah Hyland (in Zac Posen), a bold January Jones (in Ulyana Sergeenko), Empire‘s Cookie, Taraji P. Henson (in Alexander Wang), & funny girl Amy Schumer (in Zac Posen).

More beauty was in tow with stars from all side of entertainment, including the highly anticipated star of American Horror Story: Hotel, Lady Gaga (in Brandon Maxwell), Orange is the New Black star Laverne Cox (in Calvin Klein Collection), Homeland actress Claire Danes (in Prada), the always curvaceous Christina Hendricks (in Naeem Khan), Parks & Recreation star Aubrey Plaza (in Alexandre Vauthier), & bride to be Sofia Vergara (in St. John).

There were so many trends lighting up the red carpet, such as pops of colors, chain details, shimmers & sparkles, & much more! Also, among the gorgeous fashion choices were additional favorites like Jane the Virgin breakout star Gina Rodriguez (in Lorena Sarbu), Orange is the New Black‘s Danielle Brooks (in Christian Siriano), The Mindy Project show runner Mindy Kaling (in a belted gold number), Blindspot actress Jaimie Alexander (in Armani Prive), & the always statuesque Taylor Schilling (in Stella McCartney).

Watch the slideshow below for a complete red carpet gallery & leave comments on who wore your favorite look! For more stylish posts, check out the best end of the summer deals from JC Penney & Francesca’s, Emily Ratajkowski’s suede skirt look, & affordable scarf inspiration from Rachel Bilson & Jessica Alba. Happy Styling!

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Top 10 Celeb Sightings: The Taylors to Crop Tops to Luxe Leather, Featuring Gigi Hadid, Olivia Palermo, & More!

Posted on June 22, 2015 by Alissa

The top players of the red carpet & street style have been spotted over the last week, looking all sorts of amazing, mixing up separates & donning combinations of modern & classic in dresses & accessories. They’ve bared midriffs & shoulders, played with volume & worked their curves, & upped their style game even more!

Supermodel Cara Delevingne wore a black & gold floral lace Jenny Packham top with pleated Elie Saab shorts & strappy Mary Jane Nicholas Kirkwood pumps at a Paper Towns photocall. Game of Thrones actress Emilia Clarke was adorable in a sky blue Dolce & Gabbana embroidered shift dress with ankle strap sandals at the Kiss FM Radio studio. It-girl Gigi Hadid showed off her shape in a coral bustier top with a matching pencil paneled skirt, both by Rubin Singer, & nude patent Brian Atwood sandals at The American Diabetes Association’s Father of the Year Awards. Actress & style blogger Jamie Chung was summer ready in an off-the-shoulder Reformation shirt dress with ankle-tie Loeffler Randall sandals at the Sally Beauty Mobile Nail Studio. Designer darling Lily Collins rocked a knotted black tee & a khaki utilitarian button-front midi skirt with a black moto jacket & ankle-tie cut-out booties at a live read of Fast Times at Ridgemont High at the 2015 LA Film Festival.

Funny lady Mindy Kaling looked radiant in a rose-printed Dolce & Gabbana sheath dress with jewelry by Vita Fede & red d’Orsay pumps on her way to the set of Good Morning America. Miranda Kerr looked sexy in a one-sleeve geometric LBD by Self-Portrait & mesh cut-out booties a Clear shampoo promotional event. Fashion icon Olivia Palermo took a risk in black leather overalls with an off-the-shoulder top, chunky gold collar necklace, Monica Vinader bracelets, Hayward clutch, & mesh pointy toe pumps at the opening of NYC’s Seaport Studios. Orange is the New Black star Taylor Schilling sported a floral Mary Katrantzou bustier with black high-waisted pants, a pink minaudiere, & patent black pumps at the premiere of The Overnight. America’s sweetheart, Taylor Swift, worked her staple outfit of a black crop top, maroon skater skirt, nude Michael Kors satchel, & black ankle booties after landing at LAX.

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Which celebrity’s style most inspires you? Do you wear crop tops like Taylor Swift? What’s your favorite fashion trend this season? For more stylish posts, check out Cara Delevingne’s menswear look in yesterday’s Darling of the Day, gold wedge espadrilles from Joie & Payless, my newest affordable summer finds, & more red carpet look from Solange & Sarah Jessica Parker. Happy Styling!

#RedCarpet Review: Every Look From The 2015 #MetGala, Featuring Beyoncé, Jennifer Lawrence, Sarah Jessica Parker, & More!

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Alissa

Last night’s #MetGala at New York City’s Metropolitan Museum of Art honored Asian-inspired fashion with Anna Wintour‘s latest exhibition, China: Through the Looking Glass. In attendance were top A-listers from the realms of fashion, music, Hollywood, & more, wowing on the red carpet & showing support for the art of fashion. Some of the greatest risk takers of the night included Rihanna in a stunning over-the-top gold design by Guo Pei, Beyoncé‘s barely there shimmering gown by Givenchy, Jennifer Lopez who showed off her best assets in a Versace design, Sarah Jessica Parker‘s collaboration with H&M & a masterfully crafted Philip Treacy headpiece, the always elegant Kerry Washington in a pink Prada confection, & Anne Hathaway‘s futuristic & sleek hooded gold gown by Ralph Lauren.

Of course, there are plenty of glamour & daring fashion feats in the slideshow below to feed your celebrity red carpet style obsession. Who wore your favorite look? Will you be headed to NYC to check out the exhibit? Who missed the mark on the red carpet? Happy Styling!