My Loves and Loathes from the Oscar Red Carpet

The Oscar red carpet is one of my most anticipated fashion events of the year (second only to the Costume Institutes Gala). I can't wait to see what the stars are wearing when they step out of their limos. This year, I was a bit disappointed. While I thought many of the actresses looked stunning, none of their dresses were absolute show stoppers. 

Having said that, here are my top loves and loathes from the 2013 Oscar red carpet. 

Loves

I'm not the biggest fan of Jennifer Aniston, but this look blew me away! The colour is stunning and the shape is so classic.

I wasn't the biggest fan of this dress when I first saw it, but it grew on me. I love the simplicity of it, and Charlize Theron looks absolutely flawless. I can't think of another actress who could rock the Beiber haircut like her.

Jessica Chastain looks stunning - very Jessica Rabbit!

Jennifer Lawrence looks amazing!

I'm not sure what's going on with the ruffles, but this colour is fabulous!

Again, great colour.

I really like the detailing on this dress, although I wish it was a little bit longer in the front. It may not be the most stunning dress (and at first, I was not a fan), but I think a little interest goes a long way on what turned out to be a fairly plain red carpet. 

Loathes

I don't necessarily loath this look, I'm just disappointed by it. I thought Anne could have picked better. 

Not a huge fan of the fish scales, and it needs to be hiked up a couple of inches. 

Naomi looks amazing. This dress, however, is not great; it feels like two dresses sewn together. I would love it so much more if it was strapless sweetheart, or cap sleeved, but not both. Pick a side!

There are no words to describe how much I hate this look. I don't understand why she was on the red carpet in the first place, but then to pick this dress?! Let's just say I'm not a fan.

Who were your favourites from last night's Academy Awards?

 All photos courtesy of People.com

Met Gala Red Carpet Recap

The Costume Institute Gala aka: the Met Gala is one of the most exciting red carpets of the years; it's la creme de la creme of fashion full-on bringing it. 

This annual event celebrates the opening of the Metropolitan Museum's fashion exhibit at the Costume Institute, which this year honours Elsa Schiaparelli and Miuccia Prada.

Although I found the red carpet to be a little bit underwhelming this year, there were a few gems. Here are some of my favourites (and one of my not-so-favs).

Emily Blunt in Calvin Klein

Simple, elegant and in such a gorgeous colour - what's not to love about Emily Blunt's look?! 

Lea Michele in Diane von Furstenberg

I am not usually a fan of Lea Michele or her red carpet style, but this navy blue sequin Diane von Furstenberg dress looks amazing on her.

Kristen Bell in Tommy Hilfiger

Again, simple, elegant and in this season's hottest hue, Kristen Bell looks so California surfer girl chic.

Camilla Belle in Ralph Lauren Collection

I don't like the dark lip, and I think Camilla Belle's hair is a little bit extreme, but for the most part this look is fantastic and perfect for the Met Gala.

January Jones in Versace

Love the colour and the structure of these two strapless peplum dresses; it makes me wish I could pull off yellow.

Solange in Rachel Roy

Jessica Alba in Michael Kors

The golden girls. I just think these two look awesome.

Jessica Pare in L'Wren Scott

And now, for my not-so-favourite:

Givenchy Haute Couture by Riccardo Tisci 

From the front, it's not so bad.

But then she turns around. 

Don't get me wrong, I love Beyonce. I think she's a gorgeous and talented girl (I've done the Single Ladies dance more than a few times at the gym) but this dress is not a favourite. It's just a little too sheer, and a little too short. There's always next year, B.

What did you think? What was your favourite look from the Met Gala red carpet?

All photos courtesy of People.com

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