Balmain at the MTV movie awards

The MTV movie awards showcased some really amazing well dressed celebrities. The celebs came out looking stunning, some got it right more than others, there were a few that I got so excited about though and three celeb choices that I almost screamed over (in part excitement and part jealously). Leighton Meester, Kristen Stewart and Mila Kunis were all lucky enough to showcase that lovely fashion name; Balmain.

Balmain is the incredible french fashion label who I absolutely adore! We don’t get to see such high concentration of Balmain looks at red carpet events but the MTV movies awards was a one time exception, a treat if you like, to see some incredible designs

Mila Kunis looked adorable in that embellished skirt, the black top allowed the star of the show (skirt) to shine in the moment. I thought the choice (both of which are from the Autumn/ Winter 2011 Collection) was great for the occasion and most of all she kept the styling to a minimal so as not to overpower the entire look.

We saw Kristen Stewart wearing a very familiar silhouette, she went for the strapless mini dress. It’s great she went for the shape she knows and feels the best in, but for me what I liked most about the red leather ensemble were all the safety pins and stud work it had on it. It was a little bit of a risk that I feel worked well for Kristen’s character. Few could pull this look off in my opinion.

Last but not least is Leighton Meester’s look, it is again from the Autumn/winter Collection 2011. I am loving this silver mini dress with all its fabulous designer wizardry that it has on it, especially the mirrors and beading! The dress just looked stunning from all angles, who wouldn’t look good in this gorgeous creation?

I loved seeing Balmain at the MTV movie awards and the ladies who were wearing the fashion label absolutely rocked it! I love the fact we see the brilliance of the Collection and how it translates so well for red carpet events. The Balmain Autumn/Winter 2011 Collection is absolutely great and yes I would like to have every single piece of the collection, just so I could look as great as the ladies above!! I love the simple minimalist feel that the collection has and I think it certinly works for the celebrities above but at the same time the collection has the ability to transform anyone into a glimmering stylish rock chicks!

Who do you think rocks Balmain the best?

Ashley Tisdale goes Neon

Ashley Tisdale looks fabulous in this lovely neon ensemble. The pop of pink against her striped skirt really speaks ‘trendy’! Her beach look hair went perfectly well with this day outfit and overall made for a very glamorous looking lady! I only have one question, Miss Tisdale please teach me how to look this effortless!

P.s I love her ankle boots, they  fit the outfit so well

What do you think of this day look?

Ginnifer Goodwin

I was already impressed with Ginnifer Goodwin this week, with her brave choice of dress at the MET gala, but the dress that she wore to the Los Angeles premiere of Something Borrowed, ticked all the boxes for me again!

I love this new take on the houndstooth pattern. The dress was by Heve Leger by Max Azria, oh it was a treat to see! This design is fresh, the houndstooth gets bigger or smaller depending on where it is placed on the body, so it compliments the body fully. I love also that this pattern is broken up by the gold plates, it just adds more drama to the dress.

Goodwin styled this dress perfectly with a  lovely statement ring by Bvlgari and a golden clutch, very simple accessories with a great impact. I’m not so sure about the sandals, I think a nude pump would have a looked a little better but as a whole her entire outfit works!

What do you think of Ginnifer Goodwin’s look?

Photo Credit:

Adriana M. Barraza

The Met Ball 2011 Fashion

One of the most important fashion nights happened this week at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute gala ball in NYC, where the genius designer Alexander McQueen was honored! His masterpieces were being exhibited, so there were only a few Mcqueen creations on hand for the red carpet fashions.

If your one of these people that enjoy the red carpet fashions (I am!) then the fashions that were on this red carpet will probably, most likely blow your mind! I found myself oohing and aahing at the outfits of the night, there so many delicious outfits out there. But the following outfits really stood out in my eyes..

For me, Sarah Jessica Parker looked exquisite in Alexander McQueen Autumn 2005 collection. The figure hugging dress fit her so well. Yes this is why she graces the best dress title, oh so often, just SO stylish!

The red carpet was showered with various other designers. Below Madonna was wearing Stella McCartney and I loved this vintage 1930s look. It was something very different to what I am used to Madonna wearing, so it was a pleasant surprise!

Another favorite of mine was Blake Lively! Karl Lagergfeld dressed this beauty to perfection in a lovely couture Chanel dress. The dress really showed her awesome body off to the upmost. Wouldn’t you agree?

Now, I love this next dress that Ginnifer Goodwin wore simply for the fact that the dress held it’s own out of the couture gowns on the red carpet. The gown is from Topshop Unique!! Yes, I know what you’re thinking because I thought that too! Love the colour and I think she looked stunning. What do you think?

Here’s a few more photos to add to the awesome looking A-listers!

What do you think of these lovely red carpet fashions?

Photo Sources:

1. http://www.thedailymail.co.uk
2. http://www.graziadaily.co.uk

Midriff bare all?

There has recently been a new trend that I must say I quite like, but it isn’t for everyone. It’s a trend I think you have to excude a real body confidence when it comes down to it; showing off your midriff! It is such a hard trend to wear simply beacuse if you don’t style your entire outfit perfectly you just look disasterously chav-like.

Needless to say Anna Paquin looks amazing here. I love this Cushnie et Ochs dress that she is wearing, there is just the right amount of midriff on show and she looks sophisticatedly sexy. The dress fits her perfectly and she has kept the styling to a minimum and just lets the dress do all the statement making for her. Love it!

Now if this outfit was on anybody else I would probably say that there was too much midriff on show, but I honestly think that Jenneifer Lopez is working this outfit to it’s upmost potential. I find myself looking at her outfit thinking I shouldn’t be liking this right now but yet I can’t help it. It looks great on her, it’s probably down to the fact that she has an awesome body that can pull off many outfits we as  onlookers could only hope to.

For me I absolutely adore these looks where the midriff is ever so slightly peeking through, I think overall it makes for a classier outfit like the above, Nicole Richie and Rihanna absolutely look stunning. I think I may try this trend after I’ve hit the gym for a few weeks so my midriff looks as hot as these guys 🙂

What do you think of this midriff trend?

Olivia Palmero Style Icon?

Olivia Palmero, the American Socialite is becoming more and more recognised for the stylish icon that she is. Admittedly I first came across Olivia whilst watching the fun reality TV show ‘The City’ and got a glimpse of her own unique personal sense of fashion. I have followed her style ever since!! Her style is so effortless and ever so chic.

Olivia is well known for mixing and matching her clothes, she could pair a high end piece from Givenchy with a high street buy from Top Shop (just as an example). By doing this she is keeping things young and fresh and ultimatley creating her awesome distinct style for which we know and love her for.

I think, for me, this is why Olivia is so appealing because one day she can be rocking big designer names and the next day she can be dressed head-to-toe in Topshop, it just shows those of us on a smaller budget that we can get the same chic style from the high street and small boutiques, without the designer prices!

I think Olivia rocks the menswear inspired looks and does great justice to them. She is never without her statement accessories to ensure her outfit is always looking the best it could possibly be!

But of course my favorite look  right now that Olivia rocks is the maxi! Now doesn’t she look like the ulitmate chic goddess in the picture below? The colour palette is bold yet elegant at the same time. I love her statement ring and Hermes Bag, it brings all of the outfit together, just showing the importance of a good ol’ accessory!

I wish I had a wardrobe like Olivia’s!!!

Who’s your favorite Style Icon at the moment?

 

Photo source: Stylecaster.com

Awesome Photographer

Last week was a really hectic week but also quite fun. I went along with my friend (who is a photographer) to the NEC for the Focus on Imaging exhibition, it’s always quite fun to see how much stuff goes into making a really cool picture and seeing the gallerys of very talented photographers. But the best part of the afternoon was getting to see John Wright talk about photography in general and then getting to meet him afterwards!

I have been a fan of his photography for a while now and it was really nice meeting a nice and down to earth individual. He had nothing but good advice to give to my friend and I know she was so stoked to be having a conversation with him.

John Wright is known for his photography of the stars, he’s shot the likes of Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Cheryl Cole and many more.

He also does fashion photography aswell and it was great to find out some of the techniques he uses to create some wonderful images (although I didn’t quite understand it all, but I am not a photgrapher afterall).

It was a really great informative experience and a chance to look at some awesome pictures at the same time.