Monday, February 28, 2011

Nick Verreos on Style Network's "Style Star": Renee Zellweger and Anne Hathaway


Renee and Anne: Hollywood Style Muses!!!

Nick & Renee: Nick Verreos on Style Network's "Style Star: Renee Zellweger and Anne Hathaway"

This Oscars Weekend (on Saturday night to be exact) a new "Style Star" episode of which I am one of the featured style experts--premiered on the Style Network. This time around, the Style DIVAS were actresses Renee Zellweger and Anne Hathaway--yes, Miss Anne, co-host of Sunday's 83rd Academy Awards!! (how timely!).

Polished to perfection, Renee and Anne have perfected their always-flawless fashion sense and dress to impress with clean lines and classic silhouettes. These two ladies know their fashion, are Sample Size perfect and well, have become muses for fashion designers and some fashionistas alike...

Of course, we discussed Renne Zellweger in this stunning Vintage Jean Dessès yellow silk chiffon strapless gown which really put her "On the Red Carpet Map" at the Oscars back in 2001 and also discussed...

Her "Muse" relationship with Venezuelan-born/American Designer Carolina Herrrera.

And then there's Miss Anne Hathaway. Ever since 2006's "The Devil Wears Prada", she has become THE Fashion Girl. Haute Couture should be her two middle names! Armani Prive? (above) Check. Versace Atelier? Check...

Marchesa? (above) Check. Valentino Haute Couture? Check. And, as we saw last night at the Oscars, she continued her tradition of being THE girl to Dress if you are a Fashion Designer: She changed a dress every 23.875 minutes. We love you Miss Anne!!!

*In case you missed the episode, it airs again Tuesday March 1st 8AM... *Click HERE for all other airing times and dates.

83rd Annual Academy Awards: Who Wore What? The 2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party--Part 2!!


More Vanity Fair Fashion: The Divas, the Lace/See-Through No-No's, and Miss Rita Wilson, my New Fashion Best Girlfriend!


Lets start with the Divas!

Diva No. 1 Socialite Lynn Wyatt--One word: WOW! Class Epitomized. The creme white silk crepe column gown with long sleeves, the mint-green shawl, the clutch, the STATEMENT Necklace!!!! You know, when all the fashion insiders say "It's All About A Statement Necklace", Mrs. Wyatt SHOWS THEM huney what a REAL Statement necklace needs to look like!!! And here's a shocker of all shockers (not really): I bet you A LOT of money that she DOES NOT even have a STYLIST! It's all HER...They don't make Ladies like they use to.

Diva No. 2 Carolina Herrera, wearing her own design naturally. White silk duchess one shoulder gown with side pockets and black bow accent. Simply Stunning! This Venezuelan-born Diva also can teach an actress or two how to really dress. It helps that A) She's a Designer, and B) She literally GREW up watching her mother have private fittings in Paris with Couturiers such as Cristobal Balenciaga and Christian Dior back in the 1950's. Finally, I especially love that she posed with her hand in the pocket. This is NOT the "First Time at the Red Carpet Rodeo" for Mrs. Herrera.

Diva No. 3 Joan Collins: Joan Collins can do no wrong in my book! Is it a bit "kooky"? Yes, but does she still OWN it and WORK it? TOTALLY!!! She was On-Trend with the lilac color in the embroidered rosette details and the gown fits her well (great open neckline for her!). The perfect earrings and perfect clutch finish the look. She is OLD SCHOOL Hollywood and I love it!

And Now to Some Lace/See Through No-No Divas:

See Through No-No Number 1--Madonna: Now, I KNOW it was COLD last night! About 50 Degrees in fact. So why oh why would Madonna wear a see-through lace dress with the HIGHEST of slits over a corset and under-panty. And she throws a fur mini "chubby" as if that's going to help. I'm sure this was all Dolce & Gabbana, but I may be wrong (it sure looks it!). I know it's Madonna and she can basically can do whatever she wants. But why am I still perplexed by this? She does have THE BODY of Death, but...sometimes, covered up is actually SEXIER.

See-Though No-No Number 2: Naomi Watts--What, in the name of the Fashion Gods, is this? Why is their a nude-colored piece in her stomach/upper chest? And are those off-white feathers in the back? I just don't even get it.

See Though No-No Number Trois: Jessica Szhor in a Leather, see-though, sequined midriff, nude mini. Really? Those four things NEVER enter my Fashion Vocabulary TOGETHER!!! Do these women have full-length mirrors? Or have they forgotten to pay their electric bills so they can't see themselves before leaving the house? And if so, then WHO is lying to them? Seriously WHO???

THIS...Is How You Do Lace & Nude Ladies:
Take Note (Ladies Above): Camila Alves got it right! Here she is with her sexy husband, Matthew McConaughey in this black lace over nude gown and looking elegant, sexy and GORGEOUS! I also love that she did an "outfit change" (of course she did) from her Academy Awards Red Carpet Kaufman Franco black ball gown (which I LOVED!!!).

Printed Gals:

Cameron Diaz: Love me some Cameron Diaz. Love. But not so much in this very mini Carolina Herrera Pre-Fall 2011 one-shoulder ruffled neckline cocktail dress. The original sample is actually knee-length and maybe it should have stayed that way. Or just made it about 2 inches longer. That's all it needed to be. With her mile-long legs, the mini...was, well, too mini unfortunately.

Ladies Don't Try This Look At Home: Rita Wilson--The multi-printed satin dress, the feathered (!) purse, the necklace, the bracelet, the strappy heels, the heavy-banged Bouffant 'do: Oh Miss Rita! It's "Valley of The Dolls", the Vanity Fair Oscars Party Version. It's a mess, but here's a surprise: To me, it's a GOOD MESS. Why, you may ask? Anybody who attempts this outfit at a party MUST be a HOOT!!!! If I spotted a woman at a party (at the Open Bar, I am sure!) dressed like this, she would be the first person I would talk to! You just KNOW someone who has enough chutzpah to do this, must be fun!

83rd Annual Academy Awards: Who Wore What? 2011 Vanity Fair Oscars Party Part 1!!


A-List Bash Fashion:

Smoldering Blue Velvet: Tom Ford in his own design (of course)--Seriously: PERFECTION!!!

The 83rd Academy Awards wasn't the only "Red Carpet Game In Town" kids. Last night, of course, there were also the Parties! And the "Daddy" of all Oscar parties was the 2011 Vanity Fair Oscars bash held at Sunset Tower in West Hollywood. The fashions at these parties can sometimes be more entertaining than what you would have seen at the actual Academy Awards. Top actors, celebs, designers, agents and everyone A-List (who gets invited of course) vie for an invitation and when they get it, well, its time to don their finest. Some actresses did full-on gowns, some did cocktail...

Let's take a look at some who were A-List enough to be invited to the 2011 Vanity Fair Oscars Party and what they wore:

Kate Beckinsale: Kate looks AMAZING in this all-over sequined black gown featuring see-through chiffon sleeve insets. The black clutch and simple-yet-elegant diamond drop earrings finish off her look perfectly.

Emma Roberts: I love this dark silver-gray deep v-neck Jenny Packham gown with sleeves (a Red Carpet Trend kids) and "sunburst" paillette sequin detail.

Ginnifer Goodwin: Love the hair, love the dress, love the entire look! She is definitely "On Trend" with this black lace-and-red satin cocktail dress. She's kind of vibing "Young Hollywood Spanish Contessa". Chic and seemingly effortless; and perfect for a cocktail party.

Lourdes Leon: Remind me again, is she FOURTEEN years old? On a good note: I think Madonna's lovely daughter looks soooo pretty: Love the hair and flawless make-up. But... she looks 26!! And that sequined mini tank dress? And stacked pumps? Maybe the "Dressing Up Rules for Tweens" have changed and I somehow didn't get the "Uncle Nick: Catch Up!" memo, but...I sure hope fourteen year old girls all over the US don't start dressing like 26 year old women. Just sayin'

Speaking of 14 year olds! Hailee Steinfeld was one of the best dressed of the night in her Custom Marchesa tulle confection. The tea length dress was absolutely a perfect choice for this beautiful young actress and I LOVED that for the Vanity Fair party she traded her heels in for Red Converse Sneakers!! Now this is how I like my 14 year olds...the world is right!

Charlize Theron: Charlize looked so beautiful in this one-shoulder Atelier Versace gown. It was simple enough to almost be considered "Cocktail Party Appropriate" but yet elegant enough to be a Certified Red Carpet Stunner. The slicked hair, simple clutch and keep-it-light-on-the-jewelry look was modern. Bravo Miss Charlize!

Taylor Swift: Another "Fashion Homerun" goes to Taylor Swift. Perfect length, perfect color, on trend with the all-over sequins as well as the hair, make-up and open-toe gold shoes. Note to Miss Taylor: Keep It Up!!!

Emma Stone: Emma showed up to the 2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party wearing Chanel Haute Couture Fall 2009. Yep, you read right: Chanel Haute Couture!!! I liked this dress when I first saw it 2 years ago on the Runway and I still like it now. BTW: That's a $40,000+ dress darlings (if she were to actually have bought it). Chanel lent it to her for a Party and NOT an actual televised Award Show. It's official: the Red Carpet Dressing Game has DEFINITELY Changed!!!

Paul Smith Jeans spring summer 2011






Watch Nick Verreos TONIGHT 8PM AND 9PM on TV Guide Network's "Academy Awards Fashion Wrap"!!

TV Guide Fashionistas!

TV Guide Academy Awards Fashion Wrap: Nick Verreos, Tabatha Coffey, Paulina Porizkova and Hostess Daisy Fuentes

I had the most AMAZING time last night reporting on the 83rd Academy Awards Red Carpet Fashion along with Mark Istook and Paulina Porizkova during the LIVE Academy Awards Red Carpet with Chris Harrison. There was some STUNNING Fashion and the top Ladies of the Cinema did not disappoint!

And today the Fashion talk continued...

Tune in TONIGHT to TV Guide Academy Awards Fashion Wrap, 8PM/7PM Central (and repeats again at 9PM!!!) when I will once again be part of the Fashion Wrap Red Carpet Panel--along with a new Host--the one and only, Miss Daisy Fuentes--as well as new Panel of Experts: Tabatha Coffey of "Tabatha's Salon Takeover" and my Oscars Red Carpet partner-in-crime UBER Supermodel Paulina Porizkova!
See who made our "Best" and well, "Not So Best" List.

Click HERE for all the details!!

Arzelle's, Judith Bright, and Sleeveless Featured in Her Magazine

Be sure to grab a copy of Her Magazine to see the fashion spread featuring Nashville designers and retailers like Arzelle's, Judith Bright, and Sleeveless. And the model showcasing these fashion-forward looks? None other than Judith Bright's darling Ashley Clapp. Get a preview of the looks here.

Soft and Sophisticated
Off-white tulle/grosgrain knee-length dress, $240 at Arzelle’s; White jeweled and fringe leather bolero, $1,795 by Sleeveless; Sterling silver and black spinel "Rockstar" square wrapped cuff, $368; Sterling silver and white topaz "Rockstar" nest ring, $218; Sterling silver and black spinel "Lots of Rocks" nest ring, $188. All jewelry by Judith Bright. Black Ballerina Slippers, $19 at Spells.

Photo by Eric England
Hair and Makeup by Chelsea Nichol
Stylist: Priya Mani

Last Day to Win a Pair of Earrings from JoMarie Jewelry - $50 Value!!

Win a Pair of Earrings from JoMarie Jewelry - $50 Value!!
I had previously posted an article featuring JoMarie Jewelry (see original post here), but wanted to remind you that today is the last day to win a pair of beautiful earrings from this talented designer. Get that entry in asap!

 


I am very excited to partner with JoMarie Jewelry for a Nashville Fashion Blog giveaway! JoMarie Jewelry is proving one lucky winner with a pair of Coral Tears Earrings. These one-of-a-kind earrings are light and airy, with a splash of bold color. These large yet delicate earrings are made with rare salmon color vintage coral beads, and hammered fine gauge gold wire that was meticulously shaped into heart breaking tear drops.


Enter the giveaway by commenting on this post (or emailing me at nashvillefashionblog@gmail.com) and tell me your favorite JoMarie Jewelry collection (Timeless, Rock, or Bliss). A comment or email provides you with one entry. Be sure to provide me with a valid email address that I can contact you with if you win. All entries will be given a number and random.org will be used to pick the winner. This contest closes at 11:59 PM on Monday, February 28, 2011. Good luck!

Anthropologie Accessories to Carry Sleeveless

I had previously posted about Anthropologie Accessories coming to Green Hills Mall, and it looks like they’re tapping into the Nashville talent. Congratulations to Sleeveless- Anthropologie Accessories will be carrying their line in their new store!





83rd Annual Academy Awards: Who Wore What? Jennifer Hudson in Atelier Versace Spring 2008

Jennifer Hudson in Atelier Versace Spring 2008

Tune in to TV Guide's Academy Awards Fashion Wrap tomorrow at 8pm est/pt to see what I thought!!!

Sunday, February 27, 2011

83rd Annual Academy Awards: Who Wore What? Nicole Kidman in Christian Dior Couture Spring 2009

Nicole Kidman in Christian Dior Couture Spring 2009

Tune in to TV Guide's Academy Awards Fashion Wrap tomorrow at 8pm est/pt to see what I thought!!!

83rd Annual Academy Awards: Who Wore What? Mandy Moore in Monique Lhuillier Spring 2011

Mandy Moore in Monique Lhuillier Spring 2011

Tune in to TV Guide's Academy Awards Fashion Wrap tomorrow at 8pm est/pt to see what I thought!!!

83rd Annual Academy Awards: Who Wore What? Penelope Cruz in L'Wren Scott Spring 2011

Penelope Cruz in L'Wren Scott Spring 2011

Tune in to TV Guide's Academy Awards Fashion Wrap tomorrow at 8pm est/pt to see what I thought!!!

83rd Annual Academy Awards: Who Wore What? Amy Adams in L'Wren Scott Fall 2011

Amy Adams in L'Wren Scott Fall 2011

Tune in to TV Guide's Academy Awards Fashion Wrap tomorrow at 8pm est/pt to see what I thought!!!

Energie spring summer 2011 by giancarlo mazzaro

83rd Annual Academy Awards: Who Wore What? Anne Hathaway in Valentino Couture Fall 2002

Anne Hathaway in Valentino Couture Fall 2002

Tune in to TV Guide's Academy Awards Fashion Wrap tomorrow at 8pm est/pt to see what I thought!!!

83rd Annual Academy Awards: Who Wore What? Cate Blanchett in Givenchy Couture Spring 2011


Cate Blanchett in Givenchy Couture Spring 2011

Tune in to TV Guide's Academy Awards Fashion Wrap tomorrow at 8pm est/pt to see what I thought!!!

83rd Annual Academy Awards: Who Wore What? Florence Welch in Valentino Couture Spring 2011

Florence Welch in Valentino Couture Spring 2011

Tune in to TV Guide's Academy Awards Fashion Wrap tomorrow at 8pm est/pt to see what I thought!!!

83rd Annual Academy Awards: Who Wore What? Mila Kunis in Elie Saab Couture Spring 2011

Mila Kunis in Elie Saab Couture Spring 2011

Tune in to TV Guide's Academy Awards Fashion Wrap tomorrow at 8pm est/pt to see what I thought!!!