WHO: Eliza Taylor
WHERE & WHEN: The CW Network’s New York 2013 Upfront Presentation on May 16, 2013.
WEARING: Narciso Rodriguez dress, B Brian Atwood shoes

MY VERDICT: Eliza flaunted her curves when she hit the black carpet for the annual CW Network Upfront presentation to celebrate the line-up for the Fall-Winter television season. The Australian beauty, who will be starring on the new drama “The Hundred”, wore a tomato-red form fitting crepe cocktail dress by Narciso Rodriguez. The color looked amazing against Eliza’s skin and cascading golden curls; although it was a classic silhouette without any frills, it perfectly suited Eliza for the daytime event.

She accessorized with delicate gold jewelry that went well with her shoe of choice– | continue reading..

WHO: Nina Dobrev
WHERE & WHEN: The CW Network’s New York 2013 Upfront Presentation on May 16, 2013.
WEARING: Versace dress, Rupert Sanderson shoes

MY VERDICT: How beautiful does Nina look in blue? The 24-year-old “Vampire Diaries” actress posed on the black carpet at the New York 2013 Upfront presentation for the CW Network wearing a slim-fitting sky blue Versace sheath dress with cool black-bordered grommet detailing separating the design; the two pieces stayed linked together by silver rings. It’s such a small element, but makes quite an impact on an otherwise classic silhouette.

This is the second Versace dress we’ve seen Nina wear this month, but it’s my favorite as it flattered her lean figure while the color highlighted sun-kissed skin. Nina was also clearly having a great hair day with layered locks were styled in full shiny waves. | continue reading..

WHO: Jennifer Lopez
WHERE & WHEN: United Nations Foundation “Mom + Social” Event on May 8, 2013.
WEARING: L’Wren Scott dress, Casadei shoes

MY VERDICT: Jennifer kicked off the week in a wild pattern but dialed it back by Wednesday when she stepped out in a little black tuxedo dress by L’Wren Scott for the “Mom + Social” kick-off event. The “Live It Up” singer arrived at the 92Y Tribeca in New York City wearing the sheer yoke figure-hugging cocktail dress, which was originally debuted on the Fall 2012 runway as a silk-satin gown. You may remember previously seeing it on Nicole Kidman at the 2012 Academy Of Country Music Awards.

It may not have been the right dress for Nicole’s event, but it hit high notes for J.Lo. | continue reading..

WHO: Anne Hathaway
WHERE & WHEN: Tate Americas Foundation Artists Dinner on May 8, 2013.
WEARING: Givenchy dress

MY VERDICT: I may have loved Anne Hathaway’s new platinum blonde ‘do at the MET ball this week, but now that it’s styled in a “less punk” way–I feel that this will take some getting use to. I think it’s the dark eyebrows.

The Oscar winning actress hit the red carpet for the Tate Americas Foundation Artists Dinner in New York City where she bared some leg in a pale pink Givenchy cocktail dress. I have to admit that I like the nipped and shortened alteration to the Spring 2013 design, and I find the pink to be better suited for Anne over the blue. The latter would have probably just screamed “Cinderella”.

That being said, I just don’t love this dress, and even more than that—I’m not digging those strappy gold sandals with it.

Anne finished with a rose gold mirrored box clutch.

WHO: Kerry Washington
WHERE & WHEN: “Late Show With David Letterman” on May 6, 2013.
WEARING: Prabal Gurung dress, Christian Louboutin shoes

MY VERDICT: Hours before hitting the red carpet at the MET ball in a gorgeous Vera Wang gown, “Peeples” actress Kerry Washington promoted her new movie with an appearance on the “Late Show with David Letterman” where she rocked a Prabal Gurung cocktail number. Kerry wore my favorite plunging v-neck dress from the designer’s Pre-Fall 2013 collection, which featured a vibrant violet satin peplum sleeveless top that’s connected to a black silk-satin and organza pencil skirt with an attached floral printed apron panel.

Kerry passed on a solid black belt in favor of a few edgy embellishments. I guess she was already getting into the punk state of mind. | continue reading..

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..

The annual Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala is arguably the biggest fashion event of the year, and this time around, the fête honored the opening of the PUNK: Chaos to Couture exhibition with a punk-themed party. “Warm Bodies” actress TERESA PALMER hit the red carpet in a dress to match, which was custom-designed for her by Diane von Furstenberg.

Although the plunging neck gown and dazzling diamonds were much more on the glamorous side, the Australian beauty didn’t hold back when it came to her makeup and hair.

TRESemmé Celebrity Stylist JOHN D. gave Teresa’s long golden mane a mussed appearance before sharply braiding one side. It was a cool faux attempt at the trendy-yet-edgy half-shaved head look, which instantly gave her locks a toughened up twist. As for her makeup, JO BAKER gave Teresa bold “bad gal brows” that were complimented by a dewy complexion and glossy taupe lips.

If you’re digging this look, then you’re in luck. Teresa’s glam team gave The Fashion Court the scoop on how to recreate it. | continue reading..

For this year’s Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala–hosted by Givenchy designer Riccardo Tisci, Moda Operandi creative director Lauren Santo Domingo, and Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour–guests were asked to dress in their punk best in celebration of the opening of the Punk: Chaos to Couture exhibition.

Heads quickly turned with KRISTEN STEWART emerged onto the red carpet wearing a bold bordeaux jumpsuit by Stella McCartney that instantly set her apart from the other glamorously punkified attendees.

With every public appearance from the 23-year-old actress comes a makeup palette and hairstyle on-lookers immediately crave. Kristen worked with her mane man ADIR ABERGEL and one of her go-to makeup artists BEAU NELSON to ensure a solid punk look. The Fashion Court got the low-down on all of the details for you to try your hand at “punk beauty”–Kristen Stewart style! | continue reading..

WHO: Kerry Washington
WHERE & WHEN: 2013 Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala – PUNK: Chaos to Couture on May 6, 2013.
WEARING: Vera Wang dress, Christian Louboutin shoes

MY VERDICT: It was so hard for ladies to find a balance between “chaos” and “couture” at the MET gala this year, but I believe Kerry Washington was one of the few who made a great attempt. The “Scandal” actress looked absolutely stunning when she arrived on the red carpet wearing a custom-made violet floral and laser lace peplum gown by Vera Wang, which featured a black fishnet inset within the deep v-neckline and a matching tulle train. The dress alone had a dark glamour vibe that was only enhanced by Kerry’s daring long leather gloves.

This was certainly something new for Kerry, but I’ve never gotten the impression that she wasn’t willing to test new fashion waters. | continue reading..

WHO: Katie Holmes
WHERE & WHEN: 2013 Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala – PUNK: Chaos to Couture on May 6, 2013.
WEARING: Calvin Klein Collection

MY VERDICT: I’m not sure where the “punk” was in all of this, but Katie Holmes was a guest at this year’s New York City MET Ball where she hit the red carpet wearing this custom-made white halterneck Calvin Klein Collection gown. Now, judging by her gushing during the live stream interview of the red carpet arrivals, Katie obviously loves the gown Creative Director Francisco Costa designed for her—and with good reason, it’s a beautiful dress.

Considering the dramatic trans and solid canvas, I think Katie could have done more to stick with the PUNK: Chaos To Couture theme, but–like many, she stuck by intense smoky eyes with nude lips, twisted hair, and dagger shaped diamond earrings.