McQueen of the Night

Bittersweet indeed, the Metropolitan Museum's Costume Institute Gala honoring the late Alexander McQueen and unveiling of Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty, an exhibition devoted to the British designer, brought out the who's who in fashion, design and Hollywood. 

Having to be complete honest, I do feel there was a lack of McQueen designs featured on the stars at an event to honor him, and even some inappropriate choices. However,

adorned in everything from feathers to tulle, beading and silks, signature billowy dresses cut in hourglass silhouettes here were the McQueen looks at this years Gala that did the designer justice and embodied his unforgettable immense talent and created a picture perfect image of Savage Beauty ;

Daphne Guinness, in Alexander 

Sarah Burton, in Alexander McQueen 

Naomi Campbell, in Alexander McQueen

Karen Elson, in Alexander McQueen. 

Tom Brady with Gisele Bündchen, in Alexander McQueen

Sarah Jessica Parker, in Alexander McQueen

Hamish Bowles, in Alexander McQueen.

Anna Dello Russo, in Alexander McQueen 

Liu Wen, in Alexander McQueen; John Demsey; and Constance Jablonski, in Alexander McQueen. 

Hilary Rhoda, in Alexander McQueen 

Coco Rocha, in Alexander McQueen

Some of my most favorite looks of the evening, outside of the McQueen designs, were worn by Christina Ricci, Jennifer Lopez, and Crystal Renn.

Christina Ricci, in Zac Posen, with Fred Leighton jewels. 

Jennifer Lopez, in Gucci, with H.Stern jewels. 

Crystal Renn, in Zac Posen, with a Jimmy Choo clutch. 

I would have guessed this was an event honoring Stella McCartney, considering the number of stars in the designers creation but I think this was the most of any years past and it really made you appreciate the designers versatility and talent incase you lived under a rock and hadn't noticed before. 

The Fred Leighton showroom must have also been completely bare having bedazzled, most honorable guest this evening adding the right touch of sparkle to top off fabricated perfection. 

Here are some other amazing looks of the evening;

Anna Wintour, in Chanel Haute Couture, with Bee Shaffer, in Balenciaga

Jay-Z; with Beyoncé, in Emilio Pucci. 

Tom Ford 

Liv Tyler, Marina Abramović, and Mariacarla Boscono, all in Givenchy Haute Couture by Riccardo Tisci, with the designer. 

Blake Lively, in Chanel Haute Couture, with Karl Lagerfeld, in Tom Ford. 

     Natasha Poly, in Alexander Wang, with the designer.                                                                          

Andre Leon Talley

Natalia Vodianova, in Valentino, with Valentino Garavani. 

                                                          Ashley Olsen, in vintage Dior Couture 

Tory Burch & Kanye West

Dee Hilfiger and Tommy Hilfiger, both in his designs. 

Miranda Kerr, in Marchesa

Elle Fanning and Dakota Fanning, both in Valentino. 

Mary J. Blige, in Gucci

Demi Moore, in Prabal Gurung

Joan Smalls, in Tom Ford

Rihanna, in Stella McCartney

"I get my ideas out of my dreams… if you’re lucky enough to use something you see in a dream, it is purely original. It’s not in the world — it’s in your head. I think that is amazing."
— Alexander McQueen

New York Fashion Week Brief *No Strings Attached, Cordless*

Let me start off by saying its Wednesday and it has been a whirlwind, of a week! And not in a good way, however I digress, and refocus thanks to a little September Issue guidance from Ms. Anna Wintour and dearest Andre.

Anyhow, so many shows so little time. I decided to do this fashion week review a little different than I've done them in the past. Instead of having one singular post for each designer showcasing my favorite styles of their complete collection, I will compile them into one posting, that i will continuously update as the shows go on, giving you my most favorite look from my most favorite shows and a small briefing of what to expect, what to look for and how to prepare for this upcoming fall season. Shall we begin?

Hervé Léger by Max Azria

Unexpected and everything you'd imagine in signature Herve Leger style. Basket weaved skirts, and banded tops paired with go-go knee high boots A-line shapes and furturistic cut outs. Appreaing in creamy nuetral fall shades, including a warm carmel, pumpkin-y color.   

Marchesa

"And I dont think youre beautiful, I think you're beyond it"

If ever there were a collection that made you feel as though, love could conquer all, this would be it. Filled with romantic drama, Marchesa collection included, Victorian inspired lace overlays and slightly destroyed silk tulle. "One dress had leather cut into lace, and on another the lace beading was inserted with wire and sat like fantastical metallic flowers on a bodice" according to Meenal Mistry. My heart ultimately stopped for the embroidered floral pattern in crystal, jet and seed pearls.

Jen Kao

This collection just made me smile, for everything as a child that caught my eye. It was a hodgepodge of,  golds, electric colors, sparkles and fringe. Almost like being deep in a ocean surrounded by glo and zebra fish. I enjoyed the golden beaded tights for every look, sultry navy body suiting and fish net tops. 

Golden Globe 2011 Red Carpet Trend Report

Last night the 68th annual Golden Globe awards took place at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in sunny Beverly Hills California.
While at every award show, there will always be some fashion hits and misses, I particularly enjoy the Golden Globes red carpet because it gives the stars an opportunity to be a little more playful and take some risk with their wardrobe selections while still giving head on glamour.
Every year, certain trends dominate the red carpet, and in years past we've seen grecian inspire gowns, ruffle hemlines and jewel tone ensembles set the award season tone. This year we take a look at what new red carpet trends are emerging. Have a look;

Floor length sleeved sequin gowns with a vintage feel.

Angelina Jolie in Versace. 

Anne Hathaway in  Giorgio Armani Privé gown and ring from Van Cleef & Arpels. One of my favorites of the night. 

Gabourey Sidibe Marc Bouwer dress and Martin Katz jewelry.

Sheer peek-a-boos and overlays

Jennifer Lopez in Zuhair Murad

Jayma Mays, black Alberta Ferretti gown

Halle Berry lingerie-inspired Nina Ricci gown

Kaley Cuoco in champagne colored ruffle gown by Catherine Kidd, jewels by Chopard

Always classic and a staple at all award shows, neutral and stone colored gowns effortless and always flattering.

Vanessa William wearing a vintage pink sequined one shoulder Roberto Cavalli gown.

Scarlett Johansson in Elie Saab

Natalie Portman inViktor & Rolf gown

Leighton Meester Long-sleeved Burberry Gown

Julie Bowen in Tadashi Shoji 

Sarah Hyland in vintage look Max Azria Atelier gown

Green with envy

Mila Kunis in Vera Wang

Elisabeth Moss custom Donna Karan gown

Catherine Zeta-Jones emerald green gathered Monique Lhuillier strapless gown

While most would save the best for last, my blown away favorite dress of the evening actually arrived first on E!'s red carpet. This phenomenal Marchesa gown worn by Olivia Wilde gives us a little of all the trends (floor length, jeweled and tulle overlay) of the night synthesized into one extraordinary chocolate gown and a surprise studded Christian Louboutin studded bootie. The epitome of Punk & Privilege.