2014 AMAs Top 5 Best Dressed

Overall, fashion at the 2014 American Music Awards were a disappointment with too many tacky outfits, however, the few ensembles I did like were gems. Also, if this awards show is any indication, the spray tan salons of LA will be doing very well this winter. 

#1 - Selena Gomez (performance) - Giorgio Armani

Selena's red carpet look was a rare miss for her in my eyes (what happened, girl?), but she made it up to me and then some with this stunning blush-colored gown during the show. It has an ethereal but subdued quality to it that was perfect for her emotionally raw and haunting performance. Also loved the soft, neutral makeup and simple half-up, half-down hair. Hands-down, my favorite look of the night.

#2 - Taylor Swift - Michael Kors

I can always count on Taylor to stun on the red carpet. I absolutely adore what the emerald green is doing for her, really complementing her flawless hair and makeup. Taylor is known for her girly and feminine looks, but I like how this shows a different, more grown-up side to her, while still being youthful and fresh. I'm not the biggest fan of the illusion neckline but I don't hate it here. Overall, I think she looks super chic and classy.

#3 - Kate Beckinsale - Kaufmanfranco

I was happily surprised to see the forever youthful and beautiful Kate Beckinsale at the AMAs. As I've said in the past, this woman would look gorgeous in a garbage bag and would somehow also make it look elegant, but we've never had to come to that as she also has impeccable style. Kate looked totally on point in her slinky white backless gown with plunging neckline, side cut outs,  statement snake necklace, and high ponytail. This look is the perfect balance of classy and sexy - something Kate excels at and something young Hollywood should take note of.

#4 - Fergie - Halston

Fergie is usually a miss for me, but this is probably one of her best looks yet. She looked glamorous yet edgy in her sleek black gown with it's halter top, high slit, and metallic accents, perfect for the event. I love how the look is balanced with pretty, fresh makeup and long soft waves.

#5 - Karlie Kloss - Pamella Roland

It took me some time to decide who should round out my Top 5 as I wasn't too impressed with many of the other red carpet looks. Upon searching for event pictures of T-Swift, I came across photos of her BFF Karlie wearing this knee-length, crop top 2-piece. It's nothing super innovative, but I like that it's fun and event and age appropriate with it's bit of edge and sexiness.

What was your favorite AMAs look?

2013 People's Choice Awards: Best Dressed

I may have left almost all my possessions back home when I moved to NYC but I gained one thing that I never had in Tallahassee: CABLE!! I have been making the most of having cable back in my life and the fact that my current nesting spot aka bed is my cousin's couch where the television is oh so conveniently sitting right across from has made it very easy. While it might not be the best thing for me productivity-wise (HOW did I watch FIVE straight hours of Millionaire Matchmaker??! I hate reality TV!), it does have its perks. One of which is being able to watch award shows in real-time instead of having to stalk Twitter. Plus, it's just not the same having to look at red carpet photos online rather than judging them immediately as they come on screen.. although I have to admit whenever Ian Somerhalder or Matt Bomer was on screen not even the most gorgeous Monique Lhulier gown could take my eyes off them. Ahem, okay, getting off topic, on to my usual Best Dressed list...

Taylor Swift - Ralph Lauren - What is there to say? Stunning, as usual. Harry who?

Rachel Leigh Cook - I'm such a sucker for flowy chiffon gowns in pretty colors.

Ashley Rickards - I Don't know who she is, but just look at that detailed beading!

Kaley Cuoco - Christian Siriano - The first of several amazing dresses she wore throughout the night!

Julianne Hough - Tony Ward couture - Love the ombre and the blue really brings out her eyes!

Ellen Pompeo - So classic, simple, and chic!

Who killed it on the red carpet last night?

2012 AMAs Best Dressed

I don't have cable so I wasn't able to watch the actual awards show, but thanks to the internet, I was able to stay up to date on the glitzy red carpet fashion (and watch Taylor Swift's fierce performance). Here are my favorite red carpet looks of the night:

Taylor Swift - Zuhair Murad 

Carrie Underwood - Abed Mahfouz 

Hayden Panettiere - Giorgio Armani 

Kelly Rowland - Naeem Khan

What were your favorite dresses of the night?

2012 ACM Awards: Best Dressed

I'm not a big country music fan (although I do love me some Taylor Swift and Carrie Underwood), but from what I've seen at the American Country Music Awards this year, I am a fan of their red carpet fashion choices. Here are my favorite looks from the event.

#1 - Taylor Swift - J. Mendel

Taylor makes the top of the list looking flawless in a white J. Mendel column gown with small cut outs on the sides of the waist, Christian Louboutin heels, and jewelry by Lorrain Schwartz. I absolutely love everything about this look. 

#2 - Carrie Underwood - Abed Mahfouz Couture

Carrie looks ethereal in this sheer asymmetrically cut Abed Mahfouz Couture gown, accessorized with Oscar de la Renta peep-toes, and Johnathon Amdt jewels.

#3 - Miranda Lambert 

Miranda's gold arrival gown by Randi Rahm got a lot of attention, but I adored the fabulous beaded minidress she wore after the show.

#4 - Jennifer Nettles - Max Azria

Jennifer added a welcome burst of color in her pink/coral Max Azria gown. Love how she paired it with the contrasting and equally bright colored yellow belt!

#5 - Hillary Scott - Emilio Pucci

Great accessorizing saved this look from seeming too plain. Hillary looks super sleek in this flattering long wrap dress by Emilio Pucci with David Webb jewelry and a Bulgari clutch.

What looks were your favorite?

2012 Kids' Choice Awards: Best Dressed

I am so pleased with the fashion choices at this year's Kids' Choice Awards! It can be a tricky event to dress for because you don't want to look too formal or too casual and if you're young you don't want to dress too old and if you're old you don't want to dress too young. Really, the key to this event is looking age-appropriate and fun - you want to appear effortlessly stylish and not like you're trying too hard. I'm happy to say that most stars pulled this off and looked great. Here were my top 5 favorite looks:

#1 - Selena Gomez - Dolce & Gabbana
On anyone else, this look probably would not have worked and instead have looked trashy. Selena, however, has always managed to find the perfect balance and combination of cute and sexy and, once again, looks amazing as usual in this D&G two-piece which consists of a floral bustier top and a gorgeous crystal-embellished skirt. She completed the look with a pair of drool-worthy two-tone pink and orange Cesare Paciotti studded heels.

#2 - Taylor Swift – Maria Lucia Hohan
Taylor was honored with the “Big Help” award by Michelle Obama for her ongoing charity work. She accepted her award in a very sweet and girly ballerina-inspired gown and accessorized with gold Nicholas Kirkwood sandals and Lorraine Schwartz jewelry. Love her blue nails and braided up-do.

#3 - Emma Stone - Antonio Berardi
Emma is back to her natural blonde and looking super chic in this feminine nude/blush dress (which I adored on the runway for its simple but unique construction). She paired the dress with great nude Alejandro Ingelmo ‘Gilda’ wedges and Irene Neuwirth jewels, but we all know her best accessory was her adorable boyfriend and future Spider-Man, Andrew Garfield.

#4 - Sarah Hyland – Myne
Sarah stood out in this great red wraparound maxi dress which featured a thigh high split which she paired with a Kotur gold clutch and strappy Cesare Paciotti sandals. I think she looks great - my only complaint is that her center-parted straight hair is a bit boring.

#5 - Ashley Tisdale - Kymerah
I might be in the minority here, but I do like this dress even if I'm not the biggest fan of it on Ashely (I think a dark-haired celeb like Selena or Sarah could've really rocked this). I'm a sucker for high-low dresses and I like the sheer coral over the black and white pattern, but I'm not feeling the black Brian Atwood fringed heels or the random red stripe in her hair.

What were your favorite looks from the Kids' Choice Awards?

2012 Grammys: Best Dressed (Belated)

I know the Grammys were some time ago, but I just couldn't help myself to make another Best Dressed list. The show is usually an outrageous fashion train wreck (and there were still plenty of those), but the ladies really stepped it up this year! Here are my favorite looks:

 #1 - Rihanna - Giorgio Armani

Glamorous and fierce (and SO Grammy's appropriate), it's been a long time since I've seen Rihanna look this good!

#2 - Taylor Swift - Zuhair Murad

Stepping out of her comfort zone in a much more 'adult' gown, Taylor still looked as beautiful and fashion forward as ever.

 #3 - Kate Beckinsale - Zuhair Murad

Kate showed off her amazing body in this simple but still elegant silk mini dress.

 #4 - Carrie Underwood - Gomez Gracia

Carrie definitely shone in this sparkly gown - LOVE the back!

#5 - Adele - Giorgio Armani

So happy for her! She looked amazing and, deservedly, won 6 Grammys!!

 #6 - Julianne Hough - Kaufman Franco

#7 - Hillary Scott - Monique Lhullier

 #8 - Kathy Griffin - Unknown

#9 - Kelly Osbourne - Tony Ward

#10 - Guiliana Rancic - Georges Chakra Couture

Worst Dressed lists coming up!

2011 Teen Choice Awards: Best Dressed

I've been waiting to do another "Best/Worst Dressed" list so I've been looking forward to the Teen Choice Awards. The award show is known for it's youthful and fun fashion and the looks below certainly epitomize that - great job, ladies!

#1 - Selena Gomez - Erin Fetherston

#2 - Nina Dobrev - Dolce & Gabbana

#3 - Blake Lively - Gucci Resort

#4 - Taylor Swift - Rafael Cennamo and Ranjana Khan

#5 - Rachel Bilson - Chloe Resort

#6 - Lucy Hale - Cengiz Abazoğlu

#7 - Zoe Saldana - Lanvin Resort

#8 - Holland Roden - Donna Morgan

#9 - Troian Bellisario - Maria Lucia Hohan

#10 - Avril Lavigne - Abbey Dawn

#11 (Runner Up) - Maggie Q - MaxMara

#12 - Josie Loren (Runner Up) - Kymerah

What were your favorite looks of the night?

2011 MET Gala: Best Dressed

Every year, the biggest names in fashion and entertainment come together for the Costume Institute Gala that takes place in the New York Metropolitan Museum of Art in what is often described as the “Oscars” of fashion. The MET Ball, as it is also known, is a celebration of fashion and a chance for celebrities to really turn up the glam. This year, the Institute honored the late Alexander McQueen for his brilliant contributions to fashion in its latest exhibition, Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty. Here are my Top 10 looks from the event (and believe me, it wasn’t easy to choose just 10):

#1 - Gisele Bundchen - Alexander McQueen

#2 - Ashley Greene - Donna Karan

#3 - Taylor Swift - J. Mendel

#4 - Diane Kruger - Jason Wu

#5 - Evan Rachel Wood - Gucci

#6 - Dianna Agron - Michael Kors

#7 - Elizabeth Banks - Tommy Hilfiger

#8 -Naomi Watts - Stella McCartney

#9 - Emma Roberts - Michael Kors

#10 - Jessica Alba - Ralph Lauren