2013 Met Gala : PUNK Teaser!

Best Dressed?  We shall see!

Blake Lively in Gucci

2013 Academy Awards

Charlize Theron, Dior

Charlize Theron in Christian Dior Haute Couture

What was the first thing you thought of when you saw this dress on her on Sunday night?  Oh yes, that's right....it was THIS we thought of:

Because of the exceedingly obvious similarities between these two dresses, Charlize gets a bit robbed on this one.....why would she wear basically the same dress that Anne Hathaway wore a few weeks ago?  To be fair, I will say that Charlize's dress fits better.  I also like how the fabric is smooth and silky looking, instead of pleated or puckered like Anne's was.  Also, Charlize's bodice fits CORRECTLY which I am applauding, because that was my main gripe with Anne/s.  Other than that.....TWINSIES!! <3<3  Even down to the hair!  Oh, that reminds me....this hair.  It just doesn't look right.  Its a free country so if you feel more awesome in short hair - go for it.  But, I'll secretly be missing your long, luscious, soft locks.

Jennifer Lawrence in Christian Dior Haute Couture

I have mixed feelings on this one. When I first laid eyes on her in this gown, (I was late to watch the show and turned it on right as she came onstage to present to someone) Jennifer was walking across the stage to present, and the entire dress was swaying, gracefully moving with her body and both my boyfriend and I literally gasped and went "Oooooooooohhhhh" at the same time. It makes a grand impression.  And for a minute I thought to myself "They hit the nail on the head with this dress for her.  This totally what I thought she'd wear, and how she should look."  However, over the past day, I've been revisiting the way I feel about this dress!  Let's start with the things I love about her look.  This dresses fabric -is soft and pillowy, I love the drama of the full skirting, and lastly that delicate little chain highlighting her back.  However, I do think she stayed close within her comfort zone which took out the element of surprise.  People.com actually predicted the exact dress she wore - so if that doesn't say predictable....  Also, the torso portion of the dress looks longer and longer each time I look at it, and lastly....I felt her hair could have been styled a LOT better as a sleek, high ponytail which would have finished this look off with the perfect touch.  Her hair was normal, plain, dowdy.

Nicole Kidman, L' Wren Scott

 Starts out great....then you continue to pan down.....to those random spirals.  Dammit!  This really could have been a winner for her, but those silly spirals ruin the whole damn thing.  WTF.  I wonder. Which designer thought "lets silly up this gorgeous dress with some stupid spiralies down below!  Oh how fun!"  No. Not fun.  They don't even go with the theme of the dress.  The upper portion is sleek, sexy, dark, serious....then that shit.  Real potential.  She has real potential in general.  She could be a fashion icon, easily with her looks, grace and height.  Tsk tsk.          Pfffft next.

Jessica Chastain in Giorgio Armani

This dress on her was fantastic.  THIS is a great example of knowing your colors and choosing clothing that flatters, accentuates and plays with your coloring.  It doesn't really come through in this picture, but this coppery color with a silver overlay really was eye catching in real life.  The dress FITS well, which is important with bodices.  I also appreciate how the gown was left long and hemmed to the correct length ...just because our mothers didn't want us to ruin our long dresses by dragging them around doesn't mean we should shorten them - which ruins the entire look.  The only thing about this look that left me wanting more was the lack of accessories.   This could have used maybe small, dainty accessories - a long, thin teardrop style gold earring...perhaps a few thin gold jeweled bangles.  Or, on the contrary: a statement necklace could look really fabulous, maybe with dark metals and dark stones to mix up the whole vibe.  However -it would have to be the absolute PERFECT necklace or there's real potential for disaster.  Best Dressed Nominee!

Juliana Rancik in Juliana Rancik

Juliana usually picks gowns that let her fly under the radar, I'm guessing due to her position on Fashion Police.  I found out after writing this critique that she actually designed this dress herself. " She doesn't look right.  This seems like a pick she wouldn't have normally gone with.  Seems like a weird choice." Well, now we know why it seemed to not fit in, and sadly....the creation didn't turn out so well.  I can see what she was trying to do, but it's a poor interpretation.  It could have been a lot more dramatic and would have worked much better. Those folds all over the damn place are folding here, there, everywhere - the randomness is not accentuating to her body. Additionally, she looses her womanly figure in this while at the same time looking wide? That's a pretty hard feat to accomplish with someone of her size. The look all together is messy and cluttered. It's boring, it looks cheaply made (I wrote that last bit about cheaply made BEFORE I learned she designed this dress herself) On top of it all....is it just me or does she looks like she herself is not liking this dress and is sad to be in it.  Shame.  Better luck next time love.

Kelly Osbourne, Tony Ward Couture

This is the definition of underwhelming.  Is she trying to lay low?  Why would she pick something this boring?  Maybe she feels pressure to set trends and be a fashion icon now and shes trying to lay low.  But honestly, there is nothing about this dress that would make me want to style it or even wear it myself?  I'm looking at it and looking at it, and I cant find a big problem....but I'm still SO BORED. Meh.  She's been a big disappointment.  And she seems so high and mighty on her show.  You know what? No. I've changed my mind - this is actually offensive. It looks like a spiderweb, with little silver threads all over - worst dressed nominee.

Kerry Washington in Miu Miu

This is a pretty dress, pretty look.  For me, it stops there. She has a record of wearing dresses like this - dresses that in my opinion, hold her back.  She tends to go for dresses that don't necessarily get her noticed.  SHOW US YOUR STAR, KERRY!!!!  I don't want her to fake it per se, but I think she's absolutely gorgeous and should be in a FANTASTIC dress that will make the entire room stop.  I'd love to see her in something like what Halle Berry wore, and if she took more risks instead.  It's cute, but it also doesn't really look like anything special, either. A girl could wear this to her prom and it would fit right in.  In my opinion, this really wasn't an Oscar worthy dress. I do hope she comes out of her shell soon, because I think shes beautiful and a great actress.  I want more SENSATIONAL out of her! 

Ann Hathaway, Prada

I'm guessing that she feels she's at the level of stardom now where extravagant, glamorous, beautiful Oscar Gowns are now past her. This looks like something borrowed from Sex and the City's Charlotte circa 2001. Also, her nipples were taking a lot of attention from the look, and that's all anyone could focus on!  That and the fact that this dress is just a plain disappointment.  Additionally, I felt the slit was not flattering.  Have you noticed that ever since the Angelina Jolie superslit all these slits are emerging everywhere? The slit hits at a weird place, and then every so often you get one of her pasty ass, white legs emerging in a non attractive way....smh, lol.  She could have done a lot better and produced something like she used to back in the day before she was an Oscar Winner.  Oh, also!  So, I guess she changed at the last second because her gown shared a similar style of embroidery to her Miserables costar, Amanda Seifred because she wanted to stand out from her costars.  If that doesn't speak volumes about her....ugh. So annoying.  I saw the gown she was supposed to wear, and it was slightly similar but nothing to make such a big deal about.  Then, she releases that dramatic apology to Valentino...blah blah I'm going on a tangent but my point is, get over yourself Anne!  And you ended up on all the worst dressed lists!

Kristen Stewart, Reem Acra

Oh, bloody Christ! Kristen looks like she can't be bothered to be at the Academy awards. Would it kill her to smile and get her hair situation figured out?  Doesn't she just seem like she's trying to make a statement like "look at me wearing this thousands of dollars worth gown, and I didn't even bathe today baahahahahahahah". The look in general is sloppy, and the dress just looks messy on its own as well. It doesn't fit properly, its baggy and the tulle at the bottom looks like its been packed away in a box for years - it's all crinkled looking. In fact, the whole dress looks like it was pulled out of a box in grandma's attic, doesn't it?! She looks sooo pained to be at the Oscars....at least smile and stop limping around for sympathy and what not (if you watched the Oscars you may have noticed her limping and crutches).  Just messy, all around and she somehow manages to capture and transfer her pretentiousness straight through the camera in it, too?  Over her!




Brandi Glanville, BrandB

She's "showcasing her own line" here. As soon as I read that, I thought "Ahhhh - makes sense." This look is a hot mess.  This look could have been pulled off without looking so awkward.  The fit is not right.  It still could have been a risque, elegant gown without coming down unproportionally low, being lopsided and squishing her breasts way way too tight.  Also, what the hell is she doing at the Oscars?  The more she speaks/is around, the more I don't like her.  This is a worst dressed nominee.

Halley Berry, Versace

This was one of my favorite dresses on the Red Carpet.  Its glitz, glam - and just enough for Oscars Glamor.  The fit is impeccable, slimming to her body, clutching all the right places.  And even though shes pretty covered up for what she has been known to wear in the past, it still gives a very sexy look, revealing just the right parts of skin.  I also love the vertical lines - these give an otherwise fierce and serious dress some whimsical value.  She looks fantastic, and is the only woman who can pull off short hair like this and still look like a showstopper.  Best dressed nominee.

Jen Aniston, Valentino

Ugh - WHY is this getting so much attention from the fashion critics?  I don't really feel it's anything special whatsoever.  Its a plain, strapless red ball gown.  It reminds me of the kind of thing Angelina Jolie would wear and then get endless glowing press out of. It doesn't look bad at all, it gets the job done....I just don't understand what the draw to such a one-dimensional piece is.  Very, very safe. Meh.

Naomi Watts, Giorgio Armani Prive

Naomi really impressed me here in multiple ways.  

1. Naomi doesn't usually wear dresses like this.  She tends to fly under the radar, shy away from the spotlight, and she seems like she never wants to make a big statement on the red carpet or be in the running for best dressed.  She came out of her comfort zone here with this and is proving that she made the right choice - she looks fantastic!                

2. The cut and fit of this dress is not an easy undertaking.  The fact that it looks so perfect on her body tells me that a lot of work went into getting that neckline to fit as perfectly as it looks like it does in the pictures, and throughout the rest of her body as well.  The dress fits very, very well which is probably my favorite part about - it even looks like it was custom to her. Lastly, the neutral shade of gunmetal keeps the sequins in check from being too much, but all while remaining a truly glamorous, head turning and fashion forward look.  Best dressed nominee!

Jennifer Gardener, Gucci

This dress has a lot of potential, because that beautiful drapery on the backside of the dress really brings it to another level....its the bland front of this dress that's the party pooper. My first instinct is to add maybe a belt, a thin belt at the waist?  It just needs something.  Maybe a little bit of jewels....a slight V cut showing a little cleavage?  I don't know, but I'm yearning for something more with this.  On top of that, it needs a better fit all throughout.  I don't know whats going on with that little peak jetting out of her hip on the left....I'm guessing its because the bodice doesn't fit correctly.  The dress needs to be slightly tighter all throughout, and there should be something in the waist area to break up the purple color block.  I don't know. I can't put my finger on it, but it NEEDS something.  Hair and make up solid B+, its what she always does blah blah.  I do like that bushy tail, however.

Zoey Saldana, Alexis Mabille Couture

I can see why she liked this one...she picked a dress that's remarkably similar to this one a few years back that also had that tri-color fading thing going on and a similar vibe in general....here let me remind you:

Doesn't it give kind of the same vibe??  She didn't get praises for the purple one, either.  The problem with this year's dress is, there is just way too much going on!  It looks cluttered and disorganized.  You've got the embroidered floral detail at the top, then that rigid, cheap looking belt (my least favorite part), THEN--the belt has its own ribbon or bow of some sort jetting off to the side, and finally down on below to the tri color layering ombre part.  It just doesn't work.  I keep thinking "well if you take this off.....well if you remove that and just keep the ...." but without any results.  No matter which way ya slice it, this dress just is.... awkward.  Also, the grey shade of this dress comes across as drab.  It's curious, because Naomi Watts's dress is also a shade of grey yet does not fall so flat.   With so much going on, I'm almost getting a crafty, home-made feel with this dress.

Kelly Rowland, Donna Karan

Gosh, well isn't this a let down from what we saw her as last, isn't it? What a difference a dress makes, ey?  The gown she wore to the Grammy's was unbelievable.  Gosh, now I'm thinking she may never be able to top that.  With the dress above alluding to the truth of that statement, it might be hard for her to find dresses going forward, once you have an "ah-ha moment" like that in fashion. This dress is whatever.  Not remarkable, memorable, or anything to write home about whatsoever.  It even makes her look thick, which is proof that the dress is not flattering because just one week ago her body looked amazing in the other gown she wore to the Grammy's. Lastly, her HAIR is just awful here.  It looks fake.  I know that African American hair is very very tough to work with, but this bun and bangs is a much to harsh look and gives the effect of wearing a wig! And the earrings!!! Worst dressed nominee.

Olivia Munn, Marchesa

I predicted someone might wear this on the red carpet after seeing it on the runway, and as I thought - it does fall flat when actually worn in real life.  It looks good on the model, but the shape of this dress just sort of comes loose and loses its entire look when worn in real life.  I'm thinking it's a dress that is probably only good for printwork.  It's hard to explain what I mean - the point that's created by the bunched up fabric should be more pronounced.  I just don't know how to pinpoint my disappointment with this dress worn off the runway, so i will show you the comparison of how it looks on the model:

Do you see what I mean, now?  Not feeling it on Munn.

Amanda Seifred, Alexander McQueen

Ugh. She's turning into another Lea Michele for me.  She literally looks like she's been wearing the same goddamn dress all awards show season!  Lots of boring, unimaginative nude dresses that are completely forgettable and all look the same. I feel as though she is struggling to find her style, because everything she wears doesn't work on her.  There's always something about her look that leaves me wanting a lot more. She's another one that needs to take more risks.  What I was actually blown away by is what she wore after the show to the afterparties.  HUGE IMPROVEMENT.  She 100% should have worn this red dress to the ceremony, hands down:

I mean, soooo much better than this frock above!  This is the type of dress I want to see her in more often!  Had she worn that red gown to the Oscars, I believe she would have been on every best dressed list.  It works so much better than the nude gown, and is much more interesting and just seems to fit her so much better, as well.  She looks so much more confident in it, too!  Here's another shot:

Melissa McArthy in David Meister

I don't know why, but I tend to give larger women more leeway when it comes to fashion due to the fact that many times, there simply are not as many options to select from when you're this size.  Many styles just don't work, or the actual clothes aren't made in plus sizes. Sometimes it's so irritating that all the designers put so much emphasis on creating fashions for thin women, yet can't come up with something better than that this for a larger woman. She deserves better. That being said, this is still a look that I feel could be improved upon in a big way.  The color is falling flat on her complexion.  The gathered fabric is not flattering, and the dress looks like it's too big. It looks like a bed sheet, draped awkwardly across her.  Looking forward to what she wears next time, as anything will be a welcome departure from this. I do really like her hair teased up big like that - it's flattering to her face.  Overall, ugh.  Not a good look.

Sensational at 67!

Now this is the way to do 67 right!  I can only hope to look as elegant, youthful and sophisticated as Helen Mirren consistently does when I reach my sixties.  The only thing about this that I don't like is that unfortunately her dress got wet at the hemline! :-(

Her choice in attire is always *slightly* forward and edgy & usually out of the realm of what women in their sixties tend to wear.......but this shade of soft pink in her hair brings it to another level.  BRAVO, Helen!

Helen Mirren in Nicholas Oakwood Couture

Cara Delevigne

Cara Delevigne 

Essence of a supermodel

We Shall See: Oscars Prediction 2013

So, here are my hopes in some dresses that will be worn at this year's Oscar ceremony:

This one below I'm slightly lukewarm on, but on the right person it could look fantastic:

 Show us the gown!  This one could have some REAL potential, if that black sheath was removed!

Now these, I have less hope for...but I can see someone wearing one of these styles and it not being so fabulous in translation on the red carpet:

All Marchesa, all fabulous.  We shall see....

Product Reccommendation - Winter

Over the years throughout my endless trials and tribulations in the world of beauty products, when it comes to my body and facial routine, I've increasingly leaned towards the use of various oils.  I use many different oils for my body, in fact - I haven't used actual body lotion in years.  I find that lotion is really just a weakened version of skin moisturizer ... the active moisturizing element of lotions are the oils inside them.  In addition, lotions tend to be either non-effective or they leave a waxy feeling on my skin and never fully absorb.  Body oils leave me soft and silky, although the trick is applying them just after shower/bath, or the absorption isn't the same.

This rule also applies to facial oils - to be applied immediately after your face comes into contact with water. Continuing on this note, today I want to write about this particularly unexplored concept in skincare - facial oils.  I know, I know....scary thought, slathering AN OIL on your face. Most people tend to be hesitant towards putting an oil on their face.  Many people with acne prone skin have been miseducated and taught that they can't use oil on their face, that it will surely cause pimples and breakouts.  After speaking with numerous estheticians and a few dermatologists, it turns out that oils are not the kryptonite to acne prone skin as we previously thought.  In fact, oils can bring the essential moisture your skin needs without all of the irritating added ingredients (perfumes, preservatives, additives) that lotions typically contain, and actually cause less breakouts overall.  The trick is finding the right oil for you, and many people don't like to mess around with the annoying process of testing numerous products, all while enduring breakout after breakout on the seemingly endless journey to find just the right product.  Which is why.....I wanted to recommend this one to you all!

All-organic Evanhealy produces many products that I've found myself enjoying.  However, this serum in particular is one that I have returned back to many times, and I've been successfully using it for about 6 months now.  My small white bumps and large angry bumps historically are incredibly stubborn.  NOTHING made a difference - prescription creams all the way into every existing department store product as well as anything Walgreens carries.  This Rosehip Facial Serum actually evened my skintone out and seems to have calmed my skin.  It's labeled as a "serum", but it's really an oil.  Truthfully, had it been labeled an "oil" and not a "serum",  I probably would have been a bit hesitant to buy it.  Evanhealy probably realizes this about their consumer base, which is why they avoided the word "oil" on the label.  It soaks in fast, does not leave an oily feeling, and doesn't cause breakouts for me.  I did some research into rosehip oil (the main ingredient) which is widely regarded as an aid in anti-aging, scar healing and photo aging. It's also high in vitamin A (Retinol, Retin-A, used in MANY skin products) and vitamin C.  Take note: this is the "blue" rosehip facial serum - they also make a "rose" version, which is just slightly more viscous and takes a little bit longer to soak in.  I'd recommend the rose version for people with truly dry skin.

Give it a try! Its available at Whole Foods, Rainbow Grocery in San Francisco in addition to their website, it's reasonably priced at $25 and lasts me about a month and a half. By the time I found this, I had pretty much come to expect nothing from any product I tried...so if the eternal skincare-cynic is giving it a thumbs up, you might just have some success with it too.  I slather this on immediately after thoroughly washing my face and swiping a toner pad over it to ensure ALL makeup is removed, and I follow it with a light moisturizer (Weleda Iris Hydrating Facial Fluid...I'll save another blog post for that :-)

xoxo

Viva

If Only

Ok, THIS is what Bey should have worn to the Grammy's.  This would have earned her a spot on the best dressed list.  That geometric disaster wasn't even worthy of Sunday brunch. Her sleek hair compliments the nude shade perfectly.   THIS is the best nude dress all season - it's better than all 3 of the near-identical nude dresses worn to the golden globes, because with all the rhinestones it really stands out.  The mesh detailing makes it risque, yet it's still elegant and it compliments her skin tone perfectly.  Now only if she could act not so into her damn self.

Fashion Awards 2013: Grammys

Bonnie McKee - Designer Unknown

Let's start out with a bang.  I think this look is going to be misunderstood by non-fashion industry types, but this was actually my favorite grammy look.  This is crazy, wild - yet still attractive and classy.  The dress is actually chic, but the hair is just so over the top "Grammy's" wild.  Raise your hand if you googled "Bonnie McKee" after seeing her half-Koolaid half Cream hairdo?  I absolutely LOVE this look the more I look at it!  The bodice fits correctly (which is uncommon), the white and chrome theme of the dress is a standout attention grabbing feature, yet is neutral enough to support that neon braid and actually compliment it, the length of the dress is correct, and - the silver backdrop keeps everything clutter free and fresh.  It's an A in my book - for the Grammy's only.

 In Paule Ka

Mmmm kkkkkk.  Kelly I have a bone to pick with you.  If you're going to be on a show called "Fashion Police", where you and your cohorts criticize everyone on their choices in fashion every week, motherfucking STEP IT UP.  Nothing you've been wearing is beyond decent.  It's either too quirky, or safe.  You're making it hard for me to consider your taste advanced, letalone an expert.  This dress is boring as hell.  And, I think its time to switch up your hair color....? Just a suggestion.

Wiz in Tom Ford, Amber Rose in Donna Karan

How sweet is this picture.  The main reason I included it is because it's nice to see a rapper treating his woman with respect.  He seems like a stand up guy, and they both look pretty good.  Considering the load she's about to hernia out of her, she is looking fab, and I appreciate how she's still keeping it sexy at 9 months IN heels.  Pay attention, "my feet hurt after 12am", ladies.  If you're going to walk out of the house in them, woman up and bear it!

In Roberto Cavalli 

"I can't find a single flaw, but I'm still SO BORED" - Joan Rivers on this dress

Can't agree more, Joan!  I'm kind of lukewarm on this one.  She looks elegant, but this dress isn't right for this event. It's a bit overdressed and a bit safe.  Her necklace on - up is great...but she left me wanting more with the dress. A bit stiff throughout the bodice.  That's a common problem with bodices - they should be pretty tight to look hot, but they're usually too loose and look bleh...I'm guessing it's because most women can't take the feeling of how tight they need to be...almost like a gurdle. Trust me on this one; you'd be surprised how much a difference it makes.  If you can't hang, go with another style.

Nicole Kidman in Vera Wang

I've said it before and I'll say it again: F mullet dresses.  The end.  Oh, PS: this one makes her look elderly.

Kat Von D in Derek Lam

GOD those leg tats are not flattering.  They're clashing with the bold pattern of the dress!  Ruins the whole look for me.  Let's say the tattoos weren't there....who would look at this frock and think it's Grammy worthy?  It's a dress that can be worn to work in an office environment.  Pass.

Ashanti, designer unknown

I can't explain why, but this dress would have worked better on someone else.  It's not jiving with her for some reason, but I feel like it would look great on someone with a really pale complexion. It's a weird hunch, but I'd bet I'm right!  I do like the fact that there is some sheer fabric over that slit - because it's too high to be without a screen.

Katy Perry, Gucci

I'm having trouble formulating an opinion on this one because I can't stop staring at Katy's never-before-seen five head.  Who knew?  Her rack looks great too, btw.

I had to add this one in here after the fact:

Ciara looks amazing. I love this dress.  The neutral taupe shade keeps the risque-ness of it in check.  The short short length, mesh paneling...it works together especially with her flattering hairstyle.  Her golden highlights pick up on the shade of the dress and brings out her glowing complexion.  This dress is sexy, upscale yet risky.  I dig it, and would totally rock it!  Love the turtleneck detail as well - it also keeps it in line.

Rihanna in Alaia

Alright now HE'RE is a dress.  As much as she bothers me this past year (wearing mesh tops with her titties hanging all over the damn place....can't believe she went back to him and is so flagrantly flaunting it - ugh), she looks fantastic.  The cut is right, the fit is right, the fabric is draping beautifully and the train makes a fantastic impression.  Her hair looks beautiful as well.  I'm really glad the lesbian haircut look is gone.  Women are sexier with long hair, sorry.  Lesbians are awesome, btw.  Here's a closer up view of Rihanna's great look:

Karlie Kloss in Michael Kors

Leave it to Karlie Kloss to stroll through, flaunting that PERFECT body leaving all the other celebs in the dust, whilst making it look soooooo easy.... ha!  Does her body look incredible, or what?  Ok, focus focus.  This dress is something that's work-appropriate....ok I just took another peek up there, maybe not WORK appropriate, but it's pretty damn conservative for the Grammy's.  She looks lovely, but this is an "off to lunch at the Beverly Peninsula  kind of dress.  Good thing she's the literal perfect looking woman, which makes up for it.  Oh, did you know she's only 20, too?  I feel depressed now.

In Oscar de la Renta

One of the major mistakes that non celebrity commonfolk make when wearing long evening gowns?  They are usually a couple inches off the ground, too short - which totally ruins the entire look.  It might seem opposite of your instinct, but you want your dress to actually be touching/skimming/lightly draggin on the floor.  It's much more flattering.  Start looking, you will see what I mean, as with this dress above.  It's lengthening when its so long.  So what if it gets a little dirty, how many times are you actually going to wear a dress like this - unless it's your wedding dress, I think letting it drag a bit is worth it, and you'll dry clean it after each wear.  Don't be a part of the flood group. NONE of the celebrities have dresses that are too short - something their stylists have prevented.  Well, I'm your stylist and I'm letting you in on one of many tips that will bring you from good to great wardrobewise. As for above, she looks damn good for her age.  The dress isn't a memory maker, but it does look good on her and her new lighter hair suits her well.

 In Valentino

You know, it's hard to find flattering things when you're this size.  Not trying to be insensitive - just exactly whats scrolling through my mind. I'm sure as a bigger girl, finding dresses for these kind of events with pin-thin girls running all around you can be a stressful experience.  At first I thought I wasn't liking this, but actually this doesn't bother me.  It is the grammy's, so the casual feel it gives isn't inappropriate.  Imagine if this was a lunchtime function - she would look just divine.  She looks good, healthy and bright.  It was kind of a risk, especially because prints can be dangerous for heavyset women, but this works.

All Around Douche in Lanvin

Horrible person with a horrible attitude and a horrific role model, but he does look fly tonight.  That's the only nice thing I'm going to say.  

Ughhhhhhhhhhh.....(Frank Ocean accepts his award, whatshisface sulks in back)

Moving on....

Beyonce in Osman

It's bad of me, but I looooove the fact that she chose this ugly hipster slash lesbiano suit, to contrast everyone being so hard on her jock lately.  I'm not that much of a fan of hers because of how egotistical and lavish her behavior seems.  She seems so into herself.  Anyways, this is so wannabe Gwen Stefani.  You're not pullin' it off, honey...you can't rock it like Queen Gwen. Next.

Very dapper and he looks sexier than stupid ass Chris Brown.

Kelly Rowland in Georges Chackra 

Best dressed at the Grammy's. Great selection for the Grammy's.  Worn at any of the other award shows, and this probably would have been a little too risque.  This is sexy, hugging all the right places, on the right woman, and is even a bit sexually suggestive with the diagonal lines.  I like.

Taylor Swift in J. Mendel

Okay, before I critique this....Lets revisit Amanda Seifred just a few weeks ago:

Slumpy slump slumpety slump slump!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  Ok back to dress at hand:

Same ethereal look as Amandas, but BETTER overall, better fit throughout and she's standing up STRAIGHT!!!!!!!!  It's not my favorite look of the night, but I wanted to point out how much better you can carry a look by improving & owning your body language.  Don't slump.  It makes you look classless and sloppy.  Not slumping also flatters your body way better.  I think Taylor needs to ditch those bangs.  Moving on...

Florence Welch in Givenchy

I wish those damn horns weren't there.  If they were gone, this would be another winner for me.  I love sequin dresses in obscure colors.  I think the green works really well with her hair, the snug fit is very good too, its long long long which equals long, lean and leggy.  I like the exact match clutch, but her hair is messy and her facial expression reads "kill me now".  And the horns are an eyesore.

Kaley Cuoco in Amen

I just want to say that I am liking her more and more. Moving on.....her face and hair look gorgeous, but I'm overall I'm disappointed in this look.  This is a "going out to dinner on a Wednesday night" outfit.  It's cute, but this is nothing special and won't be memorable for any reason   When you dress up for something, you want to dress to make an impression in people's minds.  Anything otherwise is a waste of an opportunity!  You might think I'm cray cray for saying that, but why wouldn't you want to leave a good, lasting memory in someone's mind over how fantastic you look?  These are your prime years, ladies....don't let them go by without utilizing looking your best!

Jennifer Lopez in Anthony Vaccarello

And she was on such a roll lately too.  Angelina Jolie must be rolling on the floor laughing.  Seriously how many copycats are going to mimic her (stupid ass) one-leg out look from that one event??!  This is not only radiating "trying too hard", but IMO it's unsuitable for a woman of her status and age.  It seems a desperate.  

This slit is unreasonably high.  It's coming way too close to her vaginal area and is almost inappropriate, esp for a 40+ year old woman.  I didn't think she had thunder thighs until tonight - if I'm saying that, this alone is proof someone made a poor choice in this dress. Also, the fit of the dress within her torso is falling too loosely widened, and as a result makes her look BIG. It's a dangerous gamble when you're not stick thin to go with a flowy cut!  Her body was just bangin' in that white lace gown that was my favorite 2 blogs ago, so we know she's not fat, but she sure did succeed in choosing a bad fit to make her look like she gained 10lbs.  Go put some underwear on for Christ's sake.  And that tight as hell top knot hairdo?  My baby hairs around my hairline are hurting just looking at how tight that is.  Too harsh.

xoxo viva