Sunday night’s Oscars were magical, celebrating the magic of film; however, the after parties included a tremendous amount of sparkle, skin, & jewels as stars attend either or both the Vanity FairOscars Party or the bash for the Elton John AIDS Foundation. The glamour continued & even surpassed some of the ceremony’s high fashion. See the gallery below!
As the photos roll in for last night’s Emmy Awards, there’s more to love & add to your Pinterest for celebrity inspiration. while the ceremony had its own barrel of issues, the stars were out in full force, celebrating television talent, on & off screen. Check out the expanded gallery below from some Style Darling Daily favorites:
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.
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
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:
Summer is a great time for fashion, especially when it comes to scoping out what our favorite celebrities are wearing in their street style on vacation & for blockbuster movie premieres on the red carpet. It’s August & we’re basking in the post-Met Gala glow of the finest in fashion, preparing for Fashion Week in September, all for the harried & sparkly zen that is keeping up with awards season. One name among all the frenzy that is constantly impressing in the world of fashion is designer Zac Posen.
In the newest trailer for the fashion documentary House of Z, fashion lovers catch a glimpse of Posen’s career triumphs, devastating struggles, & return to fame. There’s nothing I love more than a fashion doc, which is why I’m super excited to learn more about Posen’s creative process & journey. The Project Runway judge / creative director of Brooks Brothers is an unstoppable force whose story teaches viewers that if you have a dream, you must go on & continue creating.
In the video below during an interview with BUILD Series, Posen discusses the documentary’s development, his familial strain, his favorite red carpet moments, & how the film served as therapy when revisiting his past troubles in the industry.
House of Z premieres on Vogue.com on September 6th. I know I’ll be watching! What is your favorite Zac Posen red carpet moment? Are you going to watch the fashion documentary? How do you express your creativity? Happy Styling!
My biggest style obsession this fall & really for 2015 is earrings, as seen in detail with my Instagram posts (Follow Style Darling Daily @MissAlissaL). I’ve rediscovered my love of the blingy accessory, especially since I’ve recently cut my hair, showing off my collection of studs, chandeliers, hoops, dangles, drops, front-to-backs, & jackets for the every day runway that is life. In an effort to save some cash, but still treat myself here & there, shopping for budget-friendly earrings has been my simple solution when it comes to transforming a look & when I’m in need of some retail therapy. Before I share some of my favorite & elegant picks for not just the season, but really any occasion, I loved the idea of seeking out some extra special inspiration from celebrities who are lucky enough to rock the real thing during red carpet appearances. Celebrity inspiration for killer earrings comes in many metals, colors, & shapes, including some jaw-dropping duds for movie premieres, awards shows, & a slew of other special occasions. Get inspired to upgrade your street style with Jennifer Lawrence, Cara Delevingne, Kerry Washington, Olga Kurylenko, Chrissy Teigen, Angelina Jolie, Bella Thorne, Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Jenna Dewan-Tatum, & below on Jessica Chastain, Sofia Vergara, Chanel Iman, Kate Winslet, Drew Barrymore, Sarah Jessica Parker, Julianne Moore, Demi Lovato, Sarah Hyland, & Diane Kruger.
Of course, there are tons of retailers to select discounted fashion jewelry from, including multi-metal hoops that’ll take your blouse & skinny jeans from day-to-night, oversize studs from work to happy hour, clustered stones from a date to brunch, & other genius possibilities. What’s even better is that the below deals are all under $15.00!
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.
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 Lopezwho 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 Washingtonin 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!
Aside from Fashion Week & the general change of seasons (which marks ankle bootie & rich textures like suede time of year), September means that our favorite television shows are returning to make us laugh, cry, sit at the edge of our seats, & of course, be in awe of the characters’ styles. In a first ever on Style Darling, I’ve undertaken a mighty 10 television shows returning this season & found their most stylish leading ladies (two, in some cases), & found pieces & looks to inspire your fall wardrobe. Naturally, we’re talking something budget-friendly, yet still true to the small scree goddesses that have bloggers everywhere in a fashion tizzy!
Scandal(airing Season 4 premiere on 9/25 @9PM on ABC) left Olivia Pope (played magnificently by the one & only Kerry Washington) washing her hands of the controversy & turmoil that she blames herself for in Washington D.C., especially because of her torrid love affair with the president. However, Olivia’s style was only elevated by such drama, sharing with viewers the importance of a luxurious coat collection, classic & statement handbags, as well as clean lines & neutral separates since Olivia is all about getting rid of the fuss in people’s lives.
New Girl(airing Season 4 premiere on 9/16 @9PM on FOX) will surely tackle that whole Jess-Nick romance, even though the adorkable couple ended things last season. Now that Zooey Deschanel‘s character has certainly settled into her man-dwelling apartment, she’s constantly battling life with one vintage look after another, & laughter is sure to ensue. Not to mention that Jess’s girlie girl style fits right in with her job as a teacher, always conservative yet cute for partying it up after hours.
The Mindy Project(airing 9/16 @9:30 on FOX) is one of my favorite must-see shows this fall, not just because the brilliant Mindy Kaling writes a hilarious ensemble comedy, but because the show is after the hearts of its viewers with the on-again-off-again love story with one Danny Castellano, played by Chris Messina. Yes, there’s laughter too, but I’m also super excited to see what Dr. Lahiri (Kaling’s character) will wear. She’s no stranger to bright colors, wild patterns, feminine florals, & layers of preppy chic style.
Revenge(airing 9/28 @10PM on ABC) is returning this fall & Emily Thorne (played by Emily Vancamp) is back & stronger than ever in her plot against the Graysons. I love that her style recalls the effortless ease of a modern day Grace Kelly, with a luxe twist on casual wear. She wears plenty of neutral colors & no-fuss separates so that she can easily slip into scheming mode with the movers & shakers of The Hamptons setting. I love watching out for the designer pieces on this show, especially on additional key characters like Victoria (Madeline Stowe), Charlotte (Chrsta B. Allen), & Ashley (Ashley Madekwe).
When I started assembling these pieces, I realized that they have various uses, for both day & night, as well as creating looks from season-to-season. While most of our lives won’t be centered around law-breaking revenge schemes, the closest we can get to the fabulous life of Emily Thorne is recreating her style with the colorblock roll sleeve shirtdress ($109.99) in cream puff @Ann Taylor, MOD.lusive ruched sleeve long cardigan ($42.00) in white @Nordstrom, v-neck blouse ($24.95) in powder beige @H&M, & true slim chino pants ($44.99) in khaki @Land’s End.
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Nashville(airing 9/24 @10PM on ABC) is the kind of show that not only inspires music, but also fashion. Southern style is loud & clear with this show, especially when it comes to an edgy look & a splash of rock ‘n roll. The show’s leading ladies Rayna James (Connie Britton) & Juliette Barnes (Hayden Panettiere) are constantly at odds, but one thing is clear, they know how to dress. I was especially inspired by the flashy stage looks & modern casual separates that can be jazzed up for a night of music. The last season ended with both divas in trouble, both professionally & personally, but I can’t wait to see what’s gonna happen next.
2 Broke Girls(airing 10/07 @9PM on CBS) combines two of my favorite things: cupcakes & fashion! The comedy’s stars Beth Behrs as the preppy / fashion forward Caroline Chaning & Kat Dennings‘ loveable bad girl Max Black make for the perfect modern day odd couple, just trying to get back. Caroline is always neutral clad, doused in pearls & body conscious dresses, whereas Max’s fashion sense takes on a tougher city vibe in bright primary colors & boots, with a touch of menswear inspiration.
The Good Wife(airing 9/21 @9PM on CBS) keeps raking in the Emmy awards, especially with a constantly compelling performance for the show’s lead, Julianna Marguliesas the powerful Alicia Florrick. Her wardrobe includes power suits & strong jackets, much like Scandal‘s Olivia Pope. In Alicia’s world, there’s no room for floral or fussy pieces. She’s all about structure & strength, so edgy embellishments have no place among the clean details & clean lines.
Modern Family(airing 9/24 @9PM on ABC) is a comedy must-see, especially because of the show’s female leads. When it comes to style, of course there’s always a cute outfit on Sarah Hyland’s character Hailey, but the real sex-pot changing the look of a stay-at-home mom is Sofia Vergara‘s Gloria. Gloria often steals the spotlight from her family members, especially when it comes to showing off her curves in wrap dresses, V-neck tops, & skinny jeans.
Elementary(airing 10/30 @10PM on CBS) is a modern day New York City-based take on the classic Sherlock Holmes stories & what’s extra awesome about this version is that the science-minded Watson is played by kick-ass actress Lucy Liu. Instead of John, she’s a Joan who develops an intense partnership with Holmes (Johnny Lee Miller) while they’re soling crimes all over the city. Aside from her brilliant mind, I love her on-the-go style which often includes dark, layering pieces, always with a chic pair of booties.
Hart of Dixie(2015 on The CW) is the last show that I’m sharing & it doesn’t have a set premiere date since star Rachel Bilson, who plays the quirky city doctor Zoe Hart, is expecting her first child & filming seems to be halted. However, I love her character’s edgy side with dark, modern cuts in tops & leather shorts, as well as dark colors in mini & maxi dresses. She’s an accessories queen with chunky necklaces, embellished details, & the highest heels in sandals & booties imaginable. Also, it’s hard to ignore Lemon Breeland, played hysterically by the one & only Jamie King. Lemon’s style is true to the Alabama debutante ladylike way. She loves florals, sparkle, & vintage-inspired looks with a bold lip & finger curls.
For those of you who didn’t know.. The CDFA Fashion Awards are like the Oscars in the world of fashion design. This week, the festivities took place, honoring the best in fashion with a stunning red carpet, which included lots of sheer panels, cut-outs, ankle-strap sandals, & bare backs. Winners of the night included Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez for Proenza Schouler as Womenswear Designer of the Year, Thom Browne for Menswear Designer of the Year, & Phillip Lim for 3.1 Phillip Lim for Accessories Designer of the Year.
So we’ve seen what the stars wore on the red carpet for this year’s Golden Globes, but it was at InStylemagazine’s after-party where the stars shared an exclusive peek at their shoes, including brands like Roger Vivier, Jimmy Choo, Casadei, Charlotte Olympia, Brian Atwood, & plenty more. The video includes interviews with nominees Sofia Vergara& Julia Louis-Dreyfus, celebrity stylish / designer Rachel Zoe, tween powerhouse Selena Gomez, the multi-talented Julianne Hough, Twilight actress Nikki Reed, British import Thandie Newton, Sucker Punch star Jena Malone, former One Tree Hill regular Sophia Bush, a neon-clad Michelle Monaghan, blonde beauty Malin Akerman, Smash sensation Megan Hilty, & Homeland star Morena Baccarin.
My last post in Color Me Style was published just days before my trip to Italy earlier this year, so I thought that since I don’t have a third go-around to look forward to for 2013, I’d revisit the category in a way only appropriate for this Style Darling. My favorite color combination is black & white, which is what I’m featuring- although quite impressed with the fall collections that celebrities are sporting since this season doesn’t typically see all-white looks. Of course, the beach-filled party days of summer are long gone, but white is still thriving, black has never looked better, & when you put them together, there’s a serious style moment happening.
It wasn’t very hard to find some celebrity inspiration for these colors & this is what I’m sharing. Gwyneth Paltrow looks demure & ladylike in a white knit, wool Misha Nonoo skirt with bright Sergio Rossi pumps. It-girl Olivia Wilde is bold-shouldered in a figure-flattering LWD, House of Lavande jewelry, & metallic platform pumps. 666 Park Avenue star Rachael Taylor wears a head-to-toe Calvin Klein Collection look, including silver lace-up heels & a box clutch. British actress Felicity Jones looks flirty & cool in an all-black sweater & skirt outfit with bowed pumps at the Miu Miu show. Olivia Palermo continues to catch my eye in an all-black leather Dior look with Giuseppe Zanotti pumps. Modern Family bombshell Sofia Vergara shows off her curves in her Sofia by Sofia Vergara for KMart black sparkling dress with tights & suede platforms.
As for black & white looks, I love the variety here when it comes to feminine dresses, vintage-inspiration, as well as nods to menswear with separates all in my favorite color combination! Jessica Alba goes androgynous sexy in a Narciso Rodriguez blouse with loose-fitting trousers & cap-toe Jimmy Choo pumps. French import Laetitia Costa shows the softness of a slim-fitting black suit & sandals, all by Dolce & Gabbana. The sultry Penelope Cruz is elegant & statuesque in an embroidered black & white cardigan by L’Wren Scott with cuffed trousers & Salvatore Ferragamo pumps. Rock of Ages actress / former Dancing with the Stars dancer Julianne Hough is mod in a black & white mini dress with silver pumps at a Henri Bendel party. Scandal star Kerry Washington is as pretty as ever in a white feminine sheath dress with black accents, rose gold Anita Ko studs, & metallic cap-toe pumps.
Naturally, I’m excited to share with readers how you can achieve the perfect black & white looks while on a budget. From LOFT, you can find the polka dot wedge top ($39.99), or if you’re looking for a more streamlined look, try New York & Company‘s contrast trim banded collar blouse ($39.95) which will pop against any pencil skirt, colored jean, or slim leg pant. For a more feminine touch, I love the dolled-up darling ruffled bow blouse ($28.99) from Ruche, which I’d wear to work with a lacy tweed skirt & textured tights, or for a fun night with the girls wearing my favorite dark wash jeans & metallic sandals.
I know it’s only week two into October, but fashion magazines are always ahead of the curve & not just here in the states. Thanks to a gallery of images from Fashionologie, we can all rejoice in a sneak peek at the latest covers for November’s most fashionable magazines. This includes Sarah Jessica Parker for Elle, Jennifer Lawrence for Vogue UK, Taylor Swift for Glamour, Sofia Vergara for Lucky, Nicole Kidman for Harper’s Bazaar, & Diane Kruger for Marie Claire France.
Up & coming actress Olivia Munn has been making the rounds on the red carpet lately, especially having co-starred in this summer’s Magic Mike & The Babymakers, but also appearing on HBO’s The Newswoom doesn’t hurt either. She’s getting a lot of attention for her style, including this look which was spotted walking the streets of New York just recently, thanks to a post found on In Style.
She’s polished & on-trend with a colorful print, classic round toe pumps, & a confident smile, however what’s so great about this look is the fact that the Attention geometric print shirtdress ($17.49) is from Kmart! Look at the price on that dress & how effortlessly she’s wearing it.
Of course this can transition into fall with some dark tights & ankle booties, or even be worn these last few days of summer while running from the beach to a block party. The dress runs typically for $24.99, but it currently on sale on the store’s website. It’s available in sizes XS – XL, but also in an autumn orange color scheme as well.
I should’ve known this already, but Bongo is still around! I recently spotted Pretty Little Liars actresses Lucy Hale & Ashley Benson rocking duds from the brand that is currently sold @Sears & KMart. Aside from finding figure-friendly designs by the Kardashians @Sears, or getting your curve on with Sofia Vergara’s KMart collection, the department stores are revamping their apparel scene in a majorly stylish way! Of course, Bongo is a Juniors’-geared brand, but I’m also happy to share that they also sell plus-sized clothing, like colored denim jeggings ($16.00) up to size 22. Not to mention, I’m loving Ashley’s sequin front tank top ($12.00 – $14.00) in the ad on the left!
The hot red carpet ticket this week has been the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, featuring celebrities like Charlize Theron, Kate Hudson, Rachel Zoe, & Ginnifer Goodwin. Of course the stars are showing their support for the president, but the biggest news coming from the celebration is the fabulous fashion. Take a look at the gallery below & share your favorite looks! Happy Styling!
I’ve been compiling a long list of my favorite looks during the 2011 calendar year & while there are still a few days left, I wanted to share the highs of the red carpet, press events, famous Style Darlings on the street, as well as the looks that have made the headlines. This is the ultimate gallery of the ensembles to wear for formal occasions, out & about on the street, to a cocktail party, or a date night, including the best descriptions that I could find of who wore what! For more looks that I’ve featured this year, check out Darling of the Day, Red Carpet Review, Magazine Must-Haves, Silver Screen Style, Style ABC’s (x3), & Watch This Style– all categories that thrive on celebrity-inspiration for your style on a budget. I hope all of you had a prosperous 2011 & continue to do good for those around you, as well as for your style! Happy Styling!
It’s been all over the news today that KMart stores across the country are in trouble, so I took the style liberty to check out what’s going on in terms of style at the retailer, which sells Sofia Vergara’s collection, aptly called Sofia by Sofia Vergara. The affordable prices, figure-flattering cuts, & modern pieces are must-haves for any wardrobe.
Here are some of my favorite pieces that I will be checking out if & when I make my way to the local Kmart store. The flared ink wash jeans ($20.99) are an easy fix to putting together a polished, but dressed down look for casual Fridays at the office. Then after work, when you’re heading out for cocktails, throw on the lace back dress ($14.39) in green, which has a little surprise when you turn around to tip the bartender.
If you’re daring enough to show off your gams, try the lace micro mini skirt ($8.99) with a silk blouse & opaque tights. If you’re looking for some glitzy shoes to wear when ringing in the new year, the tipsy red carpet pump ($19.99) in gold is the perfect way to complete your look. Also, there are just some days when animal print does just the trick, so take a look at the bustier dress ($21.59), which is available in both neutral & grey, emphasizing your best assets. For a little splash of shine, the oval links bracelet ($9.99) in silver makes for a trendy way to punch up an LBD. Lastly, ’tis the season for jegging jeans ($17.99) with an ultra slim ankle, perfect for wearing under boots of all heights.
I have previously reported on the collection, as seen here, but be sure to check back with Style Darling, as well as on the Kmart site for newer styles & markdowns on these sexy looks! Happy Styling!
Every Style Darling has an opinion about jewelry, if it should be genuine, or that fashion jewelry makes a statement about their personality & getting something cute for a bargain is essential. I, of course, go with the latter mantra. When it comes to earrings, I’m very much a novice, sticking to studs myself. However, after seeing Sofia Vergara’s staggering emerald chandelier earrings at this year’s Emmy awards, I’m loving this decadent style, although I’m not wearing it.
When researching to find some luxury look-alikes for less, these chandelier earrings came up, although they are different in tone, but the luxe appearance of stones makes for a stylish neutral to any LBD or blouse & jeans outfit. They’re an instant go-to for putting together a look for a wedding, or transforming your work outfit into something cocktail-ready for an evening event. Not to mention, there’s a big price difference between the earrings as well.
Do these danglers do it for you? How would you wear them? How much are you willing to spend on such a timeless & elegant pair of earrings? Happy Styling!
At this week’s 63rd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards, RED was the color to wear on the red carpet! Sometimes red is a tricky color to wear b/c you could blend in, but none of these ladies went unnoticed! I don’t think I’ve ever seen red look so good, especially on these stars who play with shades of apple, crimson, scarlet, & cherry!
Adrianne Palicki went for a vintage starlet feel in a sweetheart halter gown with a high slit, keeping her hair simple with elegant diamonds. Connie Britton showed that you don’t have to be twenty years old to look exquisite on the red carpet, in a flowing chiffon gown with drop earrings & bangles. Lea Michele revealed to E! that she wanted to keep her look simple, but this Marchesa column gown is super chic & flattering on the petite actress with a big voice. Her straightened hair is the perfect finishing touch to such a glamorous & effortless look. Kerry Washington presented in a strapless Zuhair Murad gown with a matching clutch & pair of heels by the one & only, Jimmy Choo.
Nina Dobrev made a splash in this red Donna Karan gown with accented diamonds by Neil Lane, a Judith Leiber clutch, & Brian Atwood stilettos. Sofia Vergara was one of the most talked about nominees & definitely wowed in a scarlet Vera Wang curve-hugging gown with Colombian emerald chandelier earrings. And last, but not least, Kate Winslet, my favorite nominee of the night, looked polished in a red form-fitting Elie Saab gown with a soft updo & diamond drop earrings.
Check out our previous Red Carpet Review posts, as well as the fun color-themed posts in Color Me Style! Who wore red the best? Who was your favorite winner of the night? Be sure to check back this week while I post more & more about Sunday night’s ceremony! Happy Styling!