Fashion Blog

May is the season for the Cannes Film Festival.  One of the most high-profile, star-studded events of the season, Cannes is unique in the sense that many more of the cutting edge celebrities, designers, artists and industry people make the voyage out to the French Riviera to attend the film premieres, parties, and of course stepping foot on the red carpet looking more glamorous than ever.  I like Cannes fashion because it just seems so much more classic and timeless.  The celebrities are styled a little more boldly and just look more dazzling than ever, and I am not one to be celeb-obsessed…but for this occasion, I do love indulging in the film festival photos.

Lilac gowns were a bit of a trend, seen here on Penelope Cruz in Marchesa…

….as well as on Ryan Phillipe’s girlfriend, Abbie Cornish, seen here in a stunning Toni Maticevski gown.

Items that reminded me of these gowns?  This lovely Lotusgrace Ombre Silk Chiffon Dress ($480).  I love the color transition on the fabric.

Since I am in the mindset of “Luxury! Glitz! Glamour! French Riviera!” most of the items I am being drawn to are very luxe indeed…

Matthew Campbell Laurenza Enamel Sapphire Ring: $590

And of course, no red carpet would be complete without a pair of Louboutins treading over it.  If I had my choice, I’d go for these Pink Satin Petal Sandals $995 by the one and only Christian Louboutin.

Other standout starlets included the beautiful Diane Kruger in a white Marchesa gown.

….and of course the always luminous Angelina Jolie in a dusty rose colored Versace gown.

Image Source: Style.com

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Last night’s SAG awards were nothing short of amazing - well, the earlier events were, anyway. I didn’t actually watch the awards. I was more interested in seeing what some of today’s hottest celebrities we wearing (or not) when they stepped onto the red carpet.

They did not disappoint, of course.

My absolute favorite dress of the evening was donned by Kate Winslet. The form-fitting number was flattering,and the color was brilliant. She, of course, was poised and pulled the ensemble off without a hitch.

Anne Hathaway, on the other hand, really could have done better. The dress is stunning and she looks gorgeous, but I think she could have picked something that accented her physical features a bit more and - to be honest - really should have done something a bit more elegant with her hair.

Anne’s dress wasn’t as bad as Angelina Jolie’s though. I have to say I’m pretty tired of seeing the same style over and over and over and over and… (get it?).  She’s phenomenal, don’t get me wrong, and could probably pull off any style. The dress itself is nice too (though I admit to loving the back far more than the frumpy look presented by the front). Angelina in the dress? Just..”eh.”

So maybe you disagree with my opinions, and that’s quite alright. They’re still gorgeous women in phenomenal dresses.  I only have my own two eyes to go by. Perhaps you know a bit more about Max Azria (Angie’s designer) and the spectacular beautician who did Anne Hathaway’s hair (sense my sarcasm?). I don’t. I simply know what I see and - well - that’s that.

Image credits: BBC, JustJared.com

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Penelope Cruz as an insane, bizarre, Spanish-speaking vixen and Scarlett Johansson as the innocent American lamb, caught in a messy love triangle with the hottie who got too little play in the Hilary Swank movie P.S. I Love You.                                                      

Can you say hot? But which one sparks your sizzle most? Check out some of the copycat fashions we’ve dug up:

Abandoned, Trouble Mistress Look (we don’t condone the cigarette, folks): think Bedhead hair and a eyeliner smudges, a bit of Western fashion and all about the ragged hems. To be equally troubled (but not in a fashion-sense), check out these finds:

Fringe leather purse:  $29

Pink strap dress:  $24

Vintage camera:  $70

Startled Fawn Look: think prairie girl of the 21st century. Small town girl in a big town world, and endearing in that sort of way.

To be equally lost (but not in a fashion-sense) check out these finds:

Lace Embroidered Top: $58

Colorful shorts: $12.99

Image Source: IMDB, NYPost.com & Filmofilia

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Mango can’t get enough of Penelope Cruz, but who can? Seemingly pleased with last season’s results, the Spanish-based fast fashion company has tapped their compatriot for yet another season of glamorous ads.  The campaign goes public in February and will feature Mango’s spring line. It’s already been shot in London by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott, the guys behind the Scarlett Johansson Louis Vuitton ads and countless other dazzling projects.