And The Emmy Goes To...

If you are like me, you get excited when award shows come around. I try to never miss the red carpet and I am glued to my TV screen, not only to watch the show, but also to gaze at the amazing fashions each show promises. This year, I decided to have fun with it and compile my own Top Ten Best Dressed List. And the winners are...

#1 - Hayden Panettiere - This sparkly gown by Lorena Sarbu is stunning. Hayden looks absolutely beautiful and I love love LOVE how she did not try to hide her pregnancy but embraced it with a form fitting gown.

 



#2 - Sofia Vergara - Now, Sofia is always a red carpet favorite of mine, and once again she did not disappoint. I appreciate the simple detail accenting her enviable curves on this Roberto Cavalli design and I was very excited to see pops of white on the red carpet this year. 



 

#3 - Halle Berry - Here is another red carpet favorite of many. The award winning actress is gorgeous as always in her elegant Elie Saab design in this complimentary shade. 

 

#4 - Sarah Hyland - This look by Christian Siriano (of Project Runway fame) was perfection on Sarah. It was youthful, playful and the color combination is fabulous.

#5 - January Jones - I loved everything about this Prabal Gurung gown. This hue was perfect against her complexion, the graphic print was subtle, yet eye catching and the dress even had pockets!

 

#6 - Melissa Rauch - This is my second favorite color on the red carpet this season. I'm enamored with white, but this shade of blue is to die for. Melissa looked gorgeous in this figure flattering floor length gown by Pamella Roland.

 

 #7 - Lizzy Caplan - This gown by Donna Karan Atelier is very eye catching. I love the design of the open shoulders and cut outs at the waist, and the white train was unexpected, but fun.

 

#8 - Louise Roe - The model looked amazing in this striking Monique Lhuillier gown. I absolutely love this print and appreciate the simple accessories that let the design stand out.

#9 - Julia Louis-Dreyfus - I think this Carolina Herrera number is absolute perfection on Julia. The color is very complimentary and the simple design is both beautiful and figure flattering.

#10 - Anna Chlumsky - I've said it once and I'll say it again. I love a white dress on a red carpet. Anna looks very chic in this soft and sophisticated design by Zac Posen.

 

I want to hear your opinion! Do you agree or disagree? Who else do you think should have made the Top Ten?

 

 

All photos courtesy of People.com

 

Summer Days Drifting Away...

Top Ten Things I Love About Summer Fashion:

1. Breaking out the Panama style hat that works with anything from dresses to tees.
2. Tank tops that layer perfectly over one another.
3. Matching my bright nail polish with my bright sandals.
4. Sun catching jewelry.
5. Shorts. Shorts. And more shorts.
6. Easy, breezy maxi dresses that are non-constricting.
7. Raffia everything: Sandals, floppy hats, tote bags, etc.
8. Sunglasses of all shapes, sizes and colors.
9. Endless options for bikinis and swimsuits.
10. Oversize wristlets that fit all my necessities: lip gloss, ID, credit card, gum, eyeliner, keys and a hair band.

I don't care if Fall is soon approaching. I will hold on to Summer (and it's many fashions) for as long as I can! Who's with me?!?!

Liz

 

 

 

 

Panama Hat: Gap; Necklace: Simply Vera Vera Wang; Tee: Rock & Republic; Jean Shorts: American Eagle Outfitters; Bangle: Pier 1; Bracelet: Dana Buchman; Watch: Guess; Cocktail Ring and Espadrilles: Juicy Couture; Oversize Wristlet: Coach

Color Me Fab

I love color. Always have. Now don't get me wrong. I can rock a head to toe black ensemble with a little bit of flair and a whole lot of attitude, but all in all, I will always choose color. Normally, it does not matter what the season is. I will choose bright jewel tones for Fall/Winter, and in Spring/Summer, I choose soft pastel colors.

I have fun with color. For instance, when I was choosing my photo for this specific blog, I immediately went to my Ralph Lauren light pink trench. Once that was pulled, I knew exactly what colors I wanted to pair with it: white, lavender, baby blue, mint green and silver.

Playing with color makes me happy. Call it my love of fashion. Call it my career in visual merchandising. Either way, I love picking out clothing that compliments each other. Not only is it visually pleasing, but it also makes me feel great inside and out. It makes me think of the saying, "Your smile is your best accessory."

Well....that, and maybe a cute little dog, too.

Liz



 

Sunglasses: Nicole by Nicole Miller; Earrings, Ring, Necklace (worn as a bracelet) and Clutch: Simply Vera Vera Wang; Scarf: Vintage; Top: LC Lauren Conrad; Trench Coat: Ralph Lauren; Jeans: DKNY; Pumps: Kenneth Cole

 

 

Adorable Puppy Model : Miles

 

Big thanks to my sister Jennifer for loaning him to me for my blog shoot!