The red carpet rolled out for the annual Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala, which celebrated the new PUNK: Chaos to Couture exhibition. ASHLEY GREENE, 26, who stars in the upcoming film “CBGB”–based New York’s legendary punk rock club, arrived in a glamorously dark Marchesa gown while sporting a twisted hairstyle and intense smoky eyes.

The Fashion Court scored Ashley’s beauty scoop from her makeup artist VANESSA SCALI and hairstylist TED GIBSON to give you all the details that you will need in order to achieve her gorgeous punk look. | continue reading..

WHO: Ashley Greene
WHERE & WHEN: 2013 Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala – PUNK: Chaos to Couture on May 6, 2013.
WEARING: Marchesa dress and clutch, Harry Winston jewelry

MY VERDICT: I should probably start off with how thrilled I was to see Ashley wearing a dress I had in mind for her off my Wish List. The “CBGB” star arrived to the PUNK: Chaos to Couture themed gala tonight in a Marchesa strapless black structured ball gown with gold baroque embroidery from the Fall 2013 collection. It fit the dress code by combining punk and glam–although it was a little more girlie, and that was exactly what I imagined her doing. What I really liked is that despite the feminine style, Ashley toughened it up with an unkempt mane and powerful smoky eyes that balanced out with her shimmery nude lips. | continue reading..

WHO: Fan Bingbing
WHERE & WHEN: 85th Academy Awards on February 24, 2013.
WEARING: Marchesa dress, Chopard jewelry

MY VERDICT: I guess there comes a time in a young woman’s life when she wants to live out her Barbie dream of wearing head-to-toe hot pink—centered around a full ball gown.  Fan Bingbing clearly experienced that this year at the Oscars when she hit the red carpet in a vibrant fuchsia asymmetric silk-satin gown by Marchesa with a matching fluro lip and pink Chopard jewels.  I thought her gems were beautiful, but this dress was one of those looks better left on the runway.  The little bits of the design that stuck out to me so much on the catwalk didn’t translate on Fan.  I also felt the lips to be a little too much, and the hair took it into Disney Princess territory—which is fine, if you’re a Disney princess.

WHO: Olivia Munn
WHERE & WHEN: 85th Academy Awards on February 24, 2013.
WEARING: Marchesa dress, Charlotte Olympia shoes

MY VERDICT: I can thank Olivia for bringing my favorite Marchesa Fall 2013 gown to the Oscars.  I knew this beautifully crafted dress couldn’t be missing from the Academy Awards red carpet, and although I was pretty excited to see it there, I was equal parts bummed out that it wasn’t on the lady I wished it for.  The elegant embroidered bust was ill-fitting on Olivia, and for me, that put a damper on the whole thing.  I actually preferred the pictures of her from behind because at least the original design didn’t look disrupted from that angle.

Olivia finished off her look with red lips, a swept up ‘do and coordinating gold jewelry.

WHO: The cast of “Glee”
WHERE & WHEN: 19th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards on January 27, 2013.

KEVIN McHALE: I had to kick this whole thing off with Kevin because I just don’t think I could have contained my love for his hunter green jacket much longer!  The 24-year-old actor worked the heck out of that red carpet in his monochrome black shirt, tie and trousers while sporting a custom Oscar Olima dark green satin jacket over his shoulders with contrast details.  This was totally unique and eye catching—I loved it.  Kevin finished his look with shiny black dress shoes from Prada.

CORY MONTEITH: This is probably one of the best suit looks I’ve ever seen on Cory.  I loved his Calvin Klein Collection grey tuxedo with black contrast arched lapels and stripes down the sides of his pants.  It was well tailored and suited him very nicely.  Cory finished with black Christian Louboutin dress shoes, Ox and Bull Trading Co. cufflinks and tie bar, and a Versace watch. | continue reading..

WHO: Kelly Osbourne
WHERE & WHEN: 19th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards on January 27, 2013.
WEARING: Jenny Packham dress, Marchesa clutch & Brian Atwood shoes.

MY VERDICT: It’s rare that I really like what Kelly wears on the red carpet, but I instantly fell in love with the fact that she wore one of my favorite Jenny Packham gowns!  The E! correspondent selected this black silk gown from the designer’s Fall 2012 collection, which features a cool rock ‘n roll effect with various sizes of shiny black pyramid studs all over a mesh overlay at the bodice.  The solid color allowed for Kelly’s purple rolled up-do to stand out without clashing, and I adore her complimenting Marchesa embellished clutch.  Taking back to the hair for a moment, I’m all about ‘daring to be different’ but am I the only one totally bored with her hair color?  It only really matters if Kelly loves it—and yet I still can’t wait for her to switch it up.

 

WHO: Naomi Watts
WHERE & WHEN: 19th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards on January 27, 2013.
WEARING: Marchesa dress, Christian Louboutin shoes, Fabergé jewelry & a Salvatore Ferragamo clutch.

MY VERDICT: I was hoping to see Naomi wear a little Marchesa on a major red carpet this season, and “The Impossible” actress picked the SAG Awards to make that moment happen. Naomi’s strapless silver-grey lace column dress looked so pretty and delicate on her lithe frame. Although side parted waves was a popular trend last night, I thought her hair style was perfect for the look.  Naomi’s Fabergé diamond floral earrings complimented the embroidery pattern of her dress, as did her manicure; a dark metallic grey that popped in contrast and allowed her diamond-trim emerald green ring to do the same. | continue reading..

WHO: Kerry Washington
WHERE & WHEN: 24th Annual Producers Guild Awards in Beverly Hills on January 26, 2013.
WEARING: Marchesa dress and clutch, Louis Vuitton shoes, and jewelry from Vhernier & Fred Leighton.

MY VERDICT: After taking such chances on the red carpet recently for the “Django Unchained” press tour, I was a bit surprised to see Kerry play it safe in this Marchesa lace bustier cocktail dress. It looks great on her, no doubt, but you can bet I’m hoping for something really exciting at the SAG Awards tonight. I like how Kerry incorporated a deep pink into her outfit with this clutch that matched her lip color.  Predictable pumps and a flirty wavy mane completed her PGA look.

WHO: Amy Adams
WHERE & WHEN: 70th Annual Golden Globe Awards, held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills on January 13, 2013.
WEARING: Marchesa

MY VERDICT: Amy wore one of the best dresses of the night—but, in the wrong color.  I can’t say that I was digging the shade of her totally pale ballet pink custom-made Marchesa mermaid gown.  That kind of bums me out considering I loved the silhouette on her and that beautiful retro gathered pin-wave hairstyle.  She accessorized with statement diamond earrings and matching bracelets, which I certainly preferred over opting for a necklace, despite the bare neck and shoulders.

You’ve become more than acquainted with the cast members of the “Twilight” saga over the years, but with a power-house finale film like “Breaking Dawn – Part 2″ where we’re introduced to an army of new on-screen vampires to love—let’s just say the black carpet at the Hollywood premiere last week was jam packed!  Amongst the attendees at the star-studded celebration were several new faces, old friends and beloved directors of the past.

Let’s break down some of the looks a few vamped up ladies were rocking that night!

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Mía Maestro, who stars as the vampy Carmen, looked beautiful in black silk strapless column gown by Gucci with a black velvet and metallic gold floral embellishment at the belted waist.  This design is very reminiscent of a white dress presented with the Resort 2012 collection.  Mia wore her long brunette curls up in a glamorous woven up ‘do before completely her look with sultry smoky eyes, gold jewelry and a metallic box minaudière.

Tracey Heggins was a vision in red! Rocking her swept pixie haircut, the on-screen vampire looked full of life in a strapless scarlet red gown by Kevan Hall.  Tracey lathered her lips with a ruby lipstick before completing her look with darker accessories.  She wore black pointed toe pumps, carried a BCBGMAXAZRIA clutch and topped it all off with a metallic Tory Burch wide cuff.

Sarah Clarke stars as Kristen Stewart‘s on-screen mother in the franchise, but this mama shined on her own in a sparkling Pamella Roland dress.  | continue reading..