best dressed | emmy awards 2013

Last night was the 2013 Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles and I am blown away by the celebrities in attendance and their looks. I've picked out a few of my absolute favourites and thought I'd give my thoughts on them...

Julianne Hough in Jenny Packham

Julianne Hough took a risk with this duck egg, sequined Jenny Packham gown and I personally feel that the risk payed off. I love the 'peek-a-boo' effect that you get from this dress as it's still elegant with the mesh overlay but it just adds something a little different. The soft toned colour is also absolutely stunning and works perfectly with the silver detailing. 

Julianne finished off her look with a pearl clutch, soft beachy waves and a pink lip. This is definitely my favourite look from the entire night; she was daring but in a good way!

Sarah Hyland in Carolina Herrera

Sarah Hyland wore an emerald green Carolina Herrera gown with a plunging neckline, synced in waist belt and a black lace overlay and if this wasn't dramatic enough, she paired the dress with matching emerald earrings, cuff and a cocktail ring. 

Sarah's look seemed to follow the dark romantic trend very well, being finished off by a sleek ombre ponytail and oxblood lips and nails. This look is beautiful, I just wish she'd dress more for her age once in a while. 

Kiernan Shipka in Delpozo

Speaking of dressing age appropriate, 13-year-old Kiernan Shipka wore a cap-sleeve Delpozo dress with a bright colourful embroidered top and an organza A-line skirt with floral embellishments. I was so excited when I first saw this look, Kiernan looks exactly like a 13-year-old girl should, keeping it super fun with still an air of sophistication for the red carpet with a simple waved ponytail and gold sandals; perfect! 

Connie Britton in Naeem Khan

Connie Britton wore what was probably the most stand-out dress of the night purely for the material and texture of it. She wore a velvet, column Naeem Khan gown with gold embroidered detailing around the bodice and train. This was a daring choice but Connie definitely pulled it off paired with matching metallic nails, clutch and subtle make-up. 

Now I couldn't not mention Connie's hair in this post, her hair is almost as famous as she is (it has its own twitter page) and cor, blimey she didn't disappoint last night with her flawless locks waved beautifully - serious hair envy coming from my direction! 

Kerry Washington in Marchesa

Kerry Washington wore a very romantic looking Marchesa gown which had a lot going on but it worked for her! The blush gown featured a ribbon bodice, floral appliqués, beaded embellishments and a long tulle train but even with all this, Kerry still looked great. She finished off her look with waved hair, a nude lip and a pearl box clutch. Kerry's looks are always very hit and miss for me but this dress just somehow worked and complimented her skin tone beautifully. 

Do you agree with my best dressed picks? Who wore your favourite look of the night? 

Taylor Swift In Hervé Léger By Max Azria | MTV Video Music Awards 2013

Taylor Swift was the epitome of Hollywood Glamour at last nights MTV Video Music Awards. She wore dark blue, almost black bandage-style Hervé Léger by Max Azria gown with crystal details and a plunge neckline. 

She continued her smouldering look with pin-up style curls, sparkling earrings not to dissimilar to her dress), her signature red lip and matching nails. 

Taylor has really started to amp up her looks lately and she's doing a darn good job too. She definitely had one of my absolute favourite looks of the night, simple but striking - complete with hands-on-hip pose and all. 

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Selena Gomez in Atelier Versace | Video Music Awards 2013

Last night was the MTV Video Music Awards in New York and the stars were out in force, some looking great and others, not so much. One person that really stood out though was Selena Gomez who wore an absolutely stunning midnight blue Atelier Versace gown complete with an exposed bustier, thigh-high split and major stud detailing around the seams.

She paired the show-stopping dress with emerald green earrings and simple heels to keep all of the focus on the gown. I can guess that this will be a love it or hate it look but I personally love it; it's stunning.

Do you love this look as much as I do or is it not really your cup of tea? 

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style steal | millie mackintosh

fur gilet | top | jeans | watch | necklace | clutch

I absolutely love Millie Mackintosh's style; everything she puts to together works so so well and I get a slight bit more envious of her wardrobe every time I see a photo of her! I thought I'd resume blogging after a week off (sorry!) with a quick 'style steal' post with on of my favourite of Millie's looks from recently. A fur gilet is something I've wanted for so long now but have never been able to find one; after seeing this look though, my hunt will definitely continue even if to just recreate this whole outfit!

Are you a fan of Millie Mackintosh's style? Whats you favourite look of hers?

STYLE STEAL | KIM KARDASHIAN

Trousers | Blazer | Bag | Vest | Boots | Necklace

I've always loved Kim Kardashian's style but in the past year or so she has become even more of a style icon to me. I especially love her all black outfits; you can never wear too much black! Kim has had a few fashion disasters in her time but hasn't everyone? Overall though, her style is flawless and so I thought I'd find some affordable pieces that you could wear to emulate one of her looks.

Kim wore an all black, leather trouser and blazer combination with heeled boots (which could be swapper for any boot really) and a statement chunky gold necklace. I think I've managed to find some great pieces that would create a look just like hers. I particularly love Kim's choice of bag and I managed to find this Zara alternative with similar side detailing and a top handle which would go perfect with the overall smart/casual look.

You can get this whole look, which is pretty darn similar to Kim's, for under £250, not bad!

What do you think of this look? Would you wear it?

Emma xo

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CHARLIZE THERON IN DIOR | OSCARS 2013

Charlize theron kept things plain and simple at last nights Oscars, wearing Dior Haute Couture, white silk bustier gown featuring a peplum with embellished detailing. The dress itself, being white, was very minimal and that, along with her super-short hair were as subtle as it comes so she paired the look with a pair of diamond stud earrings and a wide bracelet. 

Although I really like Charlize's look, it was so simple that it fails to have that real wow factor about it, but there's still no denying that she looked great no matter how simple the overall look was. 

SANDRA BULLOCK IN ELIE SAAB | OSCARS 2013

Sandra Bullock never fails to disappoint when it comes to her acting but unfortunately she often falls short when it comes to her red carpet fashion choices. Last night at the Oscars however, she really got it right wearing a black and silver, beaded Elie Saab Couture gown. 

This look is elegant, timeless and proves she is ever the Hollywood star she is thought to be, definitely making an impact on the red carpet. She finished off her look with a Swarovski clutch and simple diamond jewels which allowed the dress to speak for itself. 

AMY ADAMS IN OSCAR DE LA RENTA | OSCARS 2013

Amy Adams probably made the biggest impact on the Oscars red carpet last night wearing a fairytale, princess-like Oscar de la Renta gown. The powder greyish-blue colour wasn't the most exciting, but this was made up for in the design with layers and layers of feathered tulle making up the skirt and trail behind her. 

Amy kept with the soft look of the dress with a simple updo and a pale pink lip along with a pair of drop earrings and matching bracelet. The attention was definitely kept solely on the dress but with its mile long train it would certainly have been hard to miss! 

JENNIFER HUDSON IN ROBERTO CAVALLI | OSCARS 2013

Jennifer Hudson absolutely wowed last night at the Oscars wearing a metallic blue, long-sleeved Roberto Cavalli Couture gown complete with a high slit. The dress had an almost fish scale look to it which was finished off with a pair of neon metallic blue Jimmy Choo pumps and a matching clutch.

Jennifer looked dazzling on the night and although following the 'it' colour of blue, she somehow managed to stand out from the rest and this look is beyond beautiful. She wore definitely one of my favourite looks of the night. 

TAYLOR SWIFT IN ELIE SAAB | BRIT AWARDS 2013

Taylor Swift really is making a conscious effort to step away from her usual, demure red carpet looks and at last nights Brit Awards, she made a show-stopping entrance. Wearing a black Elie Saab gown with two thigh-high sheer panels and a statement gold belt, Taylor took drama to a new level. 

Her dress was simple but dramatic and her hair and make-up followed this suit, with a blunt fringe and a heavy lined eye completed with a subtle nude lip. Taylor really is stepping up when it comes to her recent fashion choices and I think this may be my favourite of all her looks!

Emma xo

NINA DOBREV IN ELIE SAAB | SAG AWARDS 2013

Nina Dobrev wore a vibrant, fuchsia Elie Saab gown to last nights SAG Awards, with laced cut-outs around the sides. Nina always looks so chic at events and this is no exception, the dress fitted her perfectly and paired with drop earrings and a simple clutch, really makes the colour pop (for want of a better word)!

Nina was definitely one of the stand outs from last nights red carpet and this has to be one of my all time favourites of her looks; I love that she went with a bright colour rather than black which we saw a lot! What do you think of wearing such a bright colour on the red carpet? 

Emma xo

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NICOLE KIDMAN IN ALEXANDER MCQUEEN | SAG AWARDS 2013

Last night saw the 2013 SAG Awards and one of my favourite looks of the night came from Nicole Kidman wearing a stunning Alexander McQueen Couture gown. Completely covered in navy blue sequined embellishments, the dress was topped off with a thigh-high slit and a sheer underlying neckline. 

This look is definitely one very typical and suited to Nicole but this is by far one of the most beautiful she has worn, although, I'm not completely sold on the short, straight hairstyle. That being said there's no denying that Nicole is one of my best dressed of the whole night. 

Emma xo

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GOLDEN GLOBE AWARDS | BEST DRESSED

Taylor Swift in Donna Karen

Taylor Swift wore a satin, burgundy Donna Karen Atelier gown with sheer side panels and low open back. This is very different to her usual embellished, sequinned gowns and is much more of a chic look with a mermaid style cut giving the perfect silhouette. Taylor kept her hair simple with a side twist bun and wore matching coloured drop earrings. 

Emily Blunt in Michael Kors

Emiy Blunt wears a very fitting, golden embellished Michael Kors gown with side cut outs and a slight mermaid style. She wore her hair in a high bun and paired the whole look with berry coloured jewels  and a gold jewelled clutch. 

Nicole Kidman in Alexander McQueen

Nicole Kidman wore a black, fitted Alexander McQueen dress with mesh detailing at the waist and contrasting gold studs around the neck. Her jewellery was slightly mismatched with various coloured bracelets but this is overlooked by the dress giving a very simple silhouette. 

Lucy Liu in Carolina Herrera

Lucy Liu wowed in a duck egg, strapless dress with an oversized skirt and an unusual floral print. Worn with a side plait in the hair and minimal jewellery, the dramatic shape of the dress and unexpected nature works perfectly together this time. 

Emma xo

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BEST DRESS | UNICEF SNOWFLAKE BALL

Two posts in one day, I'm on a roll!

I just love it when the Snowflake Ball comes around each year, everyone looks so elegant and very reminiscent of an ice, metallic scene (that makes sense in my head)! This year left me somewhat disappointed though and I found myself only able to choose three looks that stood out to me in a way I felt I could write a best dressed post and here they are... 

Allison Williams

Girls star Allison Williams wore probably my favourite look of the night, keeping it very elegant with a muted duck-egg Naeem Khan gown and very minimal jewellery. The lace overlay and the metallic embellishments really give off a mermaid vibe, continued through the fit and slight tail. I like how Allison styled this look and for me, this dress on its own is a real stand-out. 

Selena Gomez

Selena Gomez wore a black Dolce & Gabbana halter-necked gown with bronzed gold embellished detailing around the neck and body. The panel effect on this dress really flatters Selena's figure and creates a slight fish tail that just adds to the otherwise figure-hugging dress. Selena completed her look with a black clutch, a simple nude lip and contrast red nails and earrings. This look isn't the best I've ever seen, but it really suits the occasion and I like the detailing a lot. 

Katy Perry

We all must remember the showstopping caped looks donned by Gwyneth Paltrow and Lana Del Rey earlier this year, but now Katy Perry has taken on that trend with a navy blue Naeem Khan cut-out gown and matching cape. The dress itself is very flattering on Katy and the floral cutout detailing down the front really is a nice touch. The cape however just doesn't do it for me; I like other variations of capes that I've seen in the past, but the sheer material and loose cut of this one really don't do the dress itself any justice. This look still deserves some recognition though as the styling and overall look work perfectly. 

Emma xo

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