A Quick Review: 2010 Emmy Night’s Red Carpet

I’ll keep this short and sweet: there were two dresses that really jumped out at me on last night’s Emmy red carpet: Lea Michele’s navy Oscar de la Renta and Sofia Vergara’s gold Carolina Herrera.

Lea Michele in Oscar de la Renta dress

Lea Michele in Oscar de la Renta

Lea Michele has been kicking butt on the red carpet since the debut of Glee. Event after event, she shows up looking sharp and classy. Her stylist gets an A+ for sure.

And this navy blue Oscar de la Renta is no exception. It’s stunning from the fitted bodice down to the last ruffle on her mini-train. Absolutely stunning.

Sofia Vergara in Carolina Herrera Dress

Sofia Vergara in Carolina Herrera

GORGEOUS! Love the cut, love the detailing — and love how confident she is wearing it. Her hair, makeup and jewelry perfectly compliment the dress as well. It was a good, good choice.

And seriously, how beautiful is she?

Sofia Vergara emmys 2010 red carpet

Sofia Vergara on the Red Carpet of 2010 Emmys

Other dresses I liked: Claire Danes’ Armani Privé gown, Heidi Kilum’s Marchesa gown (though for a different kind of event) and January Jones’ Versace. Yes, January’s dress was a bit crazy but I kinda like that she rocked it.

Claire Danes in Armani Prive dress

Claire Danes in Armani Prive

Heidi Klum in Marchesa dress

Heidi Klum in Marchesa

January Jones in Versace dress

January Jones in Versace

Jessica Szohr Looks Cute, Right?

I was recently reading one of my favorite all-time blogs, Go Fug Yourself, when I came across this photo of Gossip Girl star Jessica Szohr at the premiere of her new film, Piranha 3D.

Jessica Szohr "Piranha 3D" - Arrivals Red Carpet

Jessica Szohr at the Piranha 3D Premiere

GFY didn’t really like, though I thought she looked super cute!

I’m not usually a huge fan of Jessica Szohr — her character on Gossip Girl is getting tired and she always looks so pained. But I can’t disagree that she is gorgeous and that this color red looks sensational on her. The layers of the dress seem perfectly placed — not too flowy, not too overwhelming — and the bow around the waist works with the rest of the dress. I don’t love the shoes though I don’t hate them either. The bag is fine.

Jessica also scores high points for her hair and makeup here. With a dress with that much personality, the hair needs to play second fiddle — which I think she’s done well here. Heavy eyes with a nude lip also compliments the look nicely.

What do you think of her dress?

Two Bags I Wouldn’t Mind Having

As you all know, I’m a bag person — I absolutely love love love handbags. And it’s about time for me to invest in my next one. While doing a little browsing, I came across these two pretty — but very different — bags. Here’s a quick look:

Stella Mccartney Falabella Fold Over Tote

Stella Mccartney Falabella Fold Over Tote $995

This Stella Mccartney is pretty cool. The color is so versatile and the detail on the straps and around the bag is so pretty. It seems like the perfect weight for Fall/Winter.

Michael Kors Skorpios Pleated Hobo

Michael Kors Skorpios Pleated Hobo $895

I love the pleated leather on this bag… and while I usually prefer silver hardware, I really like the gold on this. This seems great for quick trips to the mall, a casual night out or with a black sheath dress for work.

What do you think? Do you like them?

Celebrity Check Plus: Megan Fox

I went through a phase where I really liked Megan Fox. I thought she was crazy hot, funny, and pretty open about how she felt about things which I think is kinda refreshing (even if everyone else thinks it’s a bit abrasive.)

But soon enough, I got a little bored with her. Mostly because she was EVERYWHERE. But then she dropped out of sight(ish), went to Hawaii, and got married. And we didn’t hear peep from her. Granted, her ‘Johah Hex’ press tours are done and she’s got nothing to promote so there’s no real reason we should be hearing from her, but still, she’s stayed somewhat under the radar and it’s been a nice break.

Anyway, she popped up last night at the VH1’s Do Something Awards and she looked ABSOLUTELY AMAZING.

Megan Fox Dress

Megan Fox in an Azzedine Alaia dress and matching Brian Atwood heels

Even longtime Megan Fox haters can’t deny that she looks fabulous here. Her dress–a modest, pretty, and sweet Azzedine Alaia–is so unlike her regular red-carpet gear that it’s almost jaw dropping in its effect.The color is unusual–and perfect with her sunkissed skin, dark hair, and perfectly-applied makeup. Even the matchy-match Brian Atwood shoes look good.

Fox looks mature–and it’s becoming on her. It’s proof she can pull off pretty, NOT just sexy and/or sultry.

I hope this is the first of many sharp looks to come.

Megan Fox in an Azzedine Alaia dress and matching Brian Atwood heels at VH1 awards

Megan Fox looking pretty and mature at the VH1 Do Something Awards

Coming Soon: Best Dresses 2010, Friend Edition

Okay guys, I’ve decided to do a Best Dresses feature where I highlight the 10 best dresses my friends have worn over the year. Why should we limit Best Dressed lists to celebrities? You guys are super stylish and I want to celebrate your fabulous fashion sense!

I plan on selecting dresses from facebook galleries, photos friends have sent around, and from submissions. That’s where you come in. If you or one of your friends has worn an amazing dress, send me a pic! If you know the designer or brand, please include. There is no limit to the amount of times one person can be featured on the list so send away!

In a couple weeks, I’ll select the Top 10 list. Sadly, there is no prize–just the satisfaction of knowing you dress well. (That’s enough, right?)

By the way, many of you are already on the list–but before I publish any photos, I will get explicit permission.

To make submission, click here.

Thanks in advance for your submissions and I can’t wait to reveal my friend’s hottest dresses!

A Perfect Pair: Christian Louboutin Miss Fast Ankle Boots

I’m a big Louboutin fan… I think he makes amazing shoes and I’m still not over the red sole. In fact, every time I think I’m sick of the red, I’ll stumble across another pair of fabulous heels or boots.

And today, I came across these beauties:

 Christian Louboutin Miss Fast Ankle Boots

Christian Louboutin Miss Fast Ankle Boots ($995)

Right? How cute are theses? In fact, I think they are the perfect bootie. Some booties are a little too crazy for me. My style is more tailored/classic and some of the booties on the market seem too ornate for me. But these. THESE ARE FANTASTIC! Simple cut. Platform for comfort. Elegant split front. And great height.

And the taupe color! Love these!

 Christian Louboutin Miss Fast Ankle Boots - Back View

View from back

 Christian Louboutin Miss Fast Ankle Boots - Front Split

Front split

Link to buy: Saks Fifth Avenue, $995

Celebrity Check Plus: Jennifer Lopez at Apollo Awards in NYC

Last night Jennifer Lopez and husband Marc Antony received the Ruby Dee & Ossie Davis Arts and Humanitarian Award at the Apollo Theater Spring Benefit Concert & Awards in New York. And blah blah blah… what mattered was her dress! It was hot!

The gold, sequined number with a plunging neckline and curve-hugging fit was absolutely stunning. Her hair and accessories were perfect too. Loved the shoes and bag. (Update: Thanks to Libbey’s sleuthing, I can report the designer is Gianfranco Ferre.)

Check plus, Jennifer, check plus. (I actually really like her.)

Jennifer Lopez at Apollo Theater's Spring Benefit Concert in N.Y.C. gold dress

Jennifer Lopez rockin' it

Jennifer Lopez in Gold Dress at Apollo

Jennifer Lopez still looking hot

‘Sex and the City 2’: The Red Carpet Report

A few weeks ago, the stylish ladies of Sex and the City 2 walked the red carpet for the premieres of their film–once in NYC and once in London.

With so much of the film about fashion, I thought we’d take a quick look at the different dresses the ladies wore to each–and pick which one looked best.

Sarah Jessica Parker

Sarah Jessica Parker at NYC Premiere of 'Sex and the City 2'

Sarah Jessica Parker at NYC Premiere of 'Sex and the City 2'

Sarah Jessica Parker at London Premiere of 'Sex and the City 2'

Sarah Jessica Parker at London Premiere of 'Sex and the City 2'

So, I actually love both of these dresses. The neon yellow gown is Valentino and fits her perfectly. I also really like how it plays off her loose blond hair and perfectly done makeup.

But. I mean. Really. How absolutely amazing is the Alexander McQueen dress she wore in London? It’s unreal. It’s just spectacular. Yes, the hat is a little much but it’s Sarah Jessica Parker and Sex and the City and if you can’t wear a hat like this to a premiere like this, when can you? But seriously, this dress might be top 10 favorite dresses I’ve ever seen. Obsessed.

Winner: Black Alexander McQueen dress and Philip Treacy hat

Kristin Davis

Kristin Davis at NYC Premiere of 'Sex and the City 2'

Kristin Davis at NYC Premiere of 'Sex and the City 2'

Kristin Davis at NYC Premiere of 'Sex and the City 2'

Kristin Davis at London Premiere of 'Sex and the City 2'

Anyone that knows me is aware that I prefer it when women, particular celebrities, wear their hair down with red-carpet dresses. I realize it’s less formal and blah blah blah, but I always think it adds some glamour to a look. Anyway, given that intro, can you tell which overall look I like better? The gold Norman Norell halter dress is heads and shoulders above the pink one, in my humble opinion. The pink vintage Jean Desses gown is just a little too pink for me. She looks good in it — better than most would — but it doesn’t have a ‘wow!’ factor at all. And with the swept-back hair, it’s just a bit too pepto-meets-severe for me.(But I do like the shoes she wore with the pink.)

Winner: Gold Norman Norell gown

Kim Cattrall

Kim Cattrall at the NYC Premiere of 'Sex and the City 2'

Kim Cattrall at the NYC Premiere of 'Sex and the City 2'

Kim Cattrall at the London Premiere of 'Sex and the City 2'

Kim Cattrall at the London Premiere of 'Sex and the City 2'

The slinky, form-fitting gold Naeem Khan dress Kim wore in NYC is stunning. In fact, the night of the premiere, I thought she was the best dressed of the four ladies. And a few weeks later, I still agree. This dress fit her perfectly and her old Hollywood hair and makeup perfectly accented the overall look. As for the black Vintage Thierry Mugler, I think it’s fine. It, too, fits her well but it also seems a bit plain. After the va-va-voom dress in NYC, I would’ve expected something dropdead.

Winner: Gold Naeem Khan dress

Cynthia Nixon

Cynthia Nixon at the NYC Premiere of 'Sex and the City 2'

Cynthia Nixon at the NYC Premiere of 'Sex and the City 2'

Cynthia Nixon at the London Premiere of 'Sex and the City 2'

Cynthia Nixon at the London Premiere of 'Sex and the City 2'

I’ll be honest: I’m not crazy about these. Well, let me be more specific. I think she looks pretty in both dresses but neither really grabs your attention. The black Carolina Herrera is gorgeous–the gold embellishment at the top is nice and it fits her body really well. It’s just a little….. safe. And the blue… yikes! The bodice doesn’t seem to fit her very well and it’s just not that flattering to her bust. The color is fine and daring but overall, I just can’t buy into it. The hair’s interesting though.

Winner: By default, the black Carolina Herrera

Overall, there were some great looks (we miss you Alexander McQueen!), some decent looks, and only one subpar dress. My favorite overall is the (can you guess?) McQueen Sarah Jessica rocked in London.

And for all you remembering how amazing these four women looked at the much-hyped first Sex and the City premiere, here’s a photo:

NYC 2009:

The Ladies at the Sex adn the City Premiere

The Ladies at the Sex adn the City Premiere

(Okay, so maybe only Sarah Jessica and Kim looked amazing but MY GOD, how awesome is Sarah Jessica’s dress?!?!)

London 2009:

The Ladies at the London Premiere of 'Sex and the City'

The Ladies at the London Premiere of 'Sex and the City'

(Another hat! And Cynthia, you should have worn that again!!)

And the Funniest Woman (and Author) in the World is…. Chelsea Handler

chelsea handler in chelsea chelsea bang bang cover

Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang

Chelsea Handler is quite possibly the funniest woman on the planet. After reading her books and watching her ridiculously awesome TV show for many months, it’s time for me to sing her praises. I read her first book, My Horizontal Life about two years ago. This absolutely hysterical book chronicles Chelsea’s one-night stands of years past. She’s irreverent, honest, and blunt. Three of my favorite personality traits in another woman. Last year, she released her second book, Are You There Vodka? It’s Me, Chelsea. Awesome title, incredible read. It’s a great collection of short essays/observations. I read it on a plane and literally starting crying I was laughing so hard. People stared as tears ran down my face–it’s THAT funny.

Chelsea just released her third and latest book a couple months ago: Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang. I read that on a plane too. Same thing happened: Laughing out loud, tears running down my face, lots of looks from strangers. It’s another collection of stories from her life. While I assume she’s exaggerating in many of her recollections, you can’t help but picture these things really happening to her. It’s just amazingly funny.

In addition to her books, her daily show, Chelsea Lately is top notch comedy. The way she interviews people is just awesome. She’s blunt, calls everyone on their shit, and does it without offending anyone. There is no one else in the world I’d rather get a cocktail with then Chelsea Handler.

Buy her books. Trust me.

The Heels to Die For: YSL Pumps

The truth is I’ve been obsessed with Yves St. Laurent heels for several years. I think YSL makes amazing shoes (and bags for that matter) and I’ve tried on many pairs over the years. I just haven’t been able to pull the $800ish trigger quite yet. But I dream about them on an almost daily basis.

Here are some of the pairs I covet:

Platform Pump

Platform Pump in Black Leather

Platform Pump in Black Leather ($795, YSL.com)

Platform Pump in Red Patent

Platform Pump in Red Patent ($795, YSL.com)

I mean, right? HOW HOT IS THIS SHOE?!? I would kill a man for a pair of these in black. I would maim a man for them in red. Yes, they’re high but anyone who knows me is well aware that I’m rarely found wearing a heel less than 4 inches. I love the platform front and the stiletto heel is just breathtaking. Ready to really swoon? Here’s the metallic version:

Tribtoo Platform Pump in Gold

Tribtoo Platform Pump ($795, Neiman Marcus)

Tribute Platform Pump

Tribute Platform Patent Pump

Tribute Platform Patent Pump ($660, YSL.com)

If you’ve known me for a long time, you’re aware that I could talk of little else when this heel first hit stores. I love the little strap, the peep toe, and the platform. It has a four inch heel and one inch platform–love it! I think these are so cute and dainty and while they won’t work with every outfit, they’d be a perfect finishing touch on a super feminine outfit.

Links to buy:

Platform Pump in Black Leather ($795, YSL.com)

Platform Pump in Red Patent ($795, YSL.com)

Tribtoo Platform Pump, Metallic ($795, NeimanMarcus.com)

Tribute Platform Patent Pump ($660, YSL.com)