2017 Oscars Best Dressed

I don't watch awards shows live, if at all. They really have to appeal to me and I had much rather tape them and watch them after the fact, because me and my fast forward button are BFFs. But if I do any of that, it is typically awards shows focused on music and not TV and/or movies. That's just my preference. I'll catch up on social media to see the highlights and any performances I missed after the fact. Like this year's amazing Justin Timberlake opening or that big "whooooaaaa, what just happened?" moment at the end.

But honestly, I'm all about the fashion when all is said and done. And these five ladies below nailed it, in my opinion. I'd love to know who made your best dressed list!

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• Emma Stone - Wearing a gold gown by Givenchy Haute Couture, Emma was glowing. This worked perfectly with the bigger waves in her hair for a retro vibe. My only complaint is that I wish she hadn't thrown shade in her interview afterward about the envelope fiasco. It seemed so unneeded. 
• Hailee Steinfeld - This Ralph & Russo gown is sheer perfection. See what I did there? I'm living for the lavender and flowers.
• Viola Davis - Words cannot describe how much I love this woman. And she picked a real winner with this red Armani Prive gown. That neckline and the draping is something special.
• Kate McKinnon - How has she not made more best dressed lists? I think she looks stunning in this sequined black number by Narciso Rodriguez.
• Taraji P. Henson - Va-va-voom, am I right?! The blue velvet Albert Ferretti gown fitted Taraji like a glove. That giant diamond choker and bombshell hair is all that was needed for an added impact on the red carpet. I think Fergie has a song about her: G-L-A-M-O-R-O-U-S.

2017 Golden Globes Best Dressed

I'm late on this post, but I usually share my thoughts on the best dressed and I am one who enjoys tradition. I did stop doing the worst dressed version a year or so ago, as I chose to not focus on the negative. Fashion should be fun and you should be allowed to take risks. Maybe you like something that others don't. That's okay!

Same can be said with the best dressed. Maybe you don't like some of my personal choices for best dressed. It's all personal opinion. But I don't want to bring attention to or say something is horribly bad that a designer worked so many hours on and that a celebrity and many others happen to love. You start questioning your taste and it can feel very polarizing. So I focus on the positive and here I am to share with you my favorite looks from the 2017 Golden Globes!

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• Emma Stone in Valentino Haute Couture - My favorite of the night. Those stars and that pale pink! 
• Brie Larson in Rodarte - Red hot! I love the drapey layers and that bodice. Simple, but far from basic.
• Zoe Saldana in Gucci - I didn't like it upon first sight, but it really grew on me. It's practically Hermione from the Yule Ball. I'm soooo okay with that!

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• Hailee Steinfeld in Vera Wang - I love lilac. It was one of my wedding colors! A bit risque on top as an unexpected touch!
• Lily Collins in Zuhair Murad - Full on princess, like straight out of a Disney movie. The amount of detail is just right.
• Millie Bobby Brown in Jenny Packham - Age-appropriate and stunning. Completely suits her sparkling personality!

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• Justin Timberlake in Tom Ford - Mr. Suit & Tie! I love that charcoal jacket.
• Donald Glover in Gucci - A brown velvet suit? It has some retro vibes going on and he really makes it work.

Whose style did you love on the 2017 Golden Globes Red Carpet? And can I just also mention how Tracee Ellis Ross wins with all of the bling she was rocking?! More is more sometimes!

2016 Tony Awards: Best Dressed

The Tony Awards! I am such a play and musical lover. I'd see every show ten times over if I could. It has always been a dream of mine to perform on Broadway. What a fun experience that would be! It is such a welcoming community not only for the performers, but for the fans.

This year has produced some strong shows with The Color Purple, Hamilton, and more. And better yet, some fashion stars! Look at these beautiful gowns worn by some of Broadway's leading ladies. Did you have any favorites? I'd love to hear!

1. Dimitrios Kambouris 2. Jim Spellman 3. D. Dipasupil  4. Dimitrios Kambouris 5. Bruce Glikas

• Lucy Liu in Zuhair Murad - Yellow should be her color and I love how light this dress looks.
• Jane Krakowski in Michael Kors - Red hot! Does she even age?!
• Danielle Brooks in Derek Lam - Embracing those curves in all of the right ways.
• Mary Elizabeth Winstead in Zuhair Murad - I'm never one to turn away from sequins and I'm glad she didn't either.
• Cynthia Erivo in Roberto Cavalli - Girl, you win. The whole look from top to bottom. Game over!

Best Dressed: Oscars 2016

The Oscars were this past weekend, honoring some of the top entertainment of the year. I honestly only taped it to fast forward to the music performances. And to see Star Wars, Minions, and Toy Story skits, which were adorable. Then, Lady Gaga moved me to tears with her powerful song "Til It Happens to You". It's not that I am not interested in the awards parts, I had just rather find out who wins online and not sit through speeches unless it's something or someone I really like. Anyone else like that?

Here are five of the looks that I loved!

• Jennifer Lawrence in Dior Haute Couture - Love this! So sexy, but on the demure side of the equation.
• Cate Blanchett in Armani Prive - This is something I wouldn't normally like, but the color is beautiful and it's not overdone.
• Olivia Munn in Stella McCartney - Olivia and bright colors are a friendship made in heaven. I can't think of anyone right now who looks better in orange!
• Lady Gaga in Brandon Maxwell - If Brandon keeps designing like this, he'll be seen more on the red carpet in the future. I only wish the top part was a little different.
• Chrissy Teigan in Marchesa - Chrissy knows how to dress her bump. The color, fit, and design is perfect. And I love that she didn't over accessorize. The dress shines on its own!

Who made your best dressed list?

Best Dressed: 2016 Grammy Awards

 The Grammy Awards were this week and they did not disappoint with the fashion and musical tributes and performances. It's unreal to sit there and realize just how many talented people have passed on in the past year. I enjoyed most of the performances and agreed with most of the winners. Though I do feel sorry for everyone who got glitter bombed during Taylor's performance, as I am sure they are still finding specks days later!

• Taylor Swift in Atelier Versace - I wish the skirt part was a little different, but I love the brights. And the new hair with Anna Wintour vibes.
• Selena Gomez in Calvin Klein - The fit and the sparkles. I love that she didn't over-accessorize.
• Chrissy Teigen in Yousef Al-Jasmi - Yes, girl. Dressing that bump up right.
• Ellie Goulding in Stella McCartney - Looks so lovely from the front, but the draped chains in the back gave it the edge that she is known for.
• Kaley Cuoco in Naeem Khan - I love the sparkly white jumpsuit. It's sexy in the all of the right ways.

Who's outfit did you love? 

On an unrelated note, I am so saddened by the death of Harper Lee. I just mentioned that I got Go Set a Watchman for Valentine's Day and that To Kill a Mockingbird is one of my favorites. I'm sure this hits home with many people. Maybe she did not write a plethora of novels, but what she did write was a masterpiece. If for some reason you have not read To Kill a Mockingbird or seen the film, I highly suggest both. Now to go brew myself a cup of coffee and start reading Go Set a Watchman...

Best Dressed: Golden Globes 2016

Another awards show, another red carpet. Here are the looks that I enjoyed on Sunday night!

• Jennifer Lawrence in Dior Haute Couture - Red hot! The diamond choker was the perfect addition.
• Lady Gaga in Atelier Versace - I love how she has been going simple (for her!) with that one "oomph" detail.
• Jenna Dewan-Tatum in Zuhair Murad Couture - I love celestial dresses. So dreamy!
• Saoirse Ronan in Yves Saint Laurent Couture - The cape on this Grecian-style dress is lovely, as are the simple details.
• Brie Larson in Calvin Klein - I kind of wish she'd went with a different hairstyle, but the dress is stunning.

Whose look did you enjoy at the Golden Globes? 

Best Dressed: 2015 Tony Awards

I love Broadway! I have gone to a few shows when they have traveled here and one day I'll get to NYC and see one on actual Broadway. Life goal! This year's red carpet was full of beautiful gowns and I have picked five that caught my eye. Now, as I type this, I'm just going to listen sing at the top of my lungs to a few of my Broadway soundtracks and relive the experiences.

Give me musicals all day, every day.

• Elisabeth Moss in Oscar de la Renta - Spring and summer in one gown! So colorful in the right way.
• Jennifer Lopez in Valentino Haute Couture - A little dark for this time of year, but breathtaking. And a demure turn from her usual red carpet style.
• Joan Smalls in Givenchy - That leg! A busy print done right.
• Helen Mirren in Badgely Mischka - Dame Helen has such style! Does she even age? Love those lace sleeves.
• Amanda Seyfried in Oscar de la Renta - An unexpected short length and I like it. It still looks elegant and suitable for the event.

And I always like to include a little eye candy...

Nick Jonas in Louis Vuitton - I was never a Jonas Brothers fan, but Nick has won me over. His current album, his role in Hawaii Five-0, the fact that he did the Niagara Falls NYE show, and how fabulous he rocks a tuxedo!

2015 Academy Awards: Best Dressed

I can't wait to fast forward to all of the highlights I am interested in like Lady Gaga performing songs from one of my favorite movies, Meryl Streep being fabulous as always, and Adele Dazeem getting back at Glom Gazingo for butchering her name. I'm back to routinely share my favorite dresses and eye candy. And as a bonus, one of my favorite red carpet moments!

• Rosamund Pike in Givenchy - I don't usually like her choices, but this fits and suits her perfectly.
• Jennifer Aniston in Versace - I love that she's stepping out of her comfort zone a bit more.
• Anna Faris in Zuhair Murad - The right amount of sparkles and the belt is finally done right!
• Dakota Johnson in Saint Laurent - Red hot! And the makeup is perfection.
• Anna Kendrick in Thakoon - That embellished choker collar is to die for. This dress is just peachy!

• Ansel Elgort in a black and blue Prada tux - I love black and blue together.
• David Oyelowo in maroon Dolce and Gabbana - An unexpected pop of color done successfully.
• Chris Pratt in a classic Tom Ford tux - Because classic never goes out of style. And because Chris Pratt, that's why.

This picture is everything! Emma Stone and Jennifer Aniston bear-hugging on the red carpet is exactly what I wanted and did not even know it. How can I get in on this friendship?!

2015 Grammys : Best Dressed

Last night was the Grammy Awards and in true Wendy fashion, I recorded it. I am not sitting through 3.5 hours. Ain't nobody got time for that! By the time I have fast forwarded around the stuff that I am actually interested in, the show is only about an hour long. But I kept my eye on social media last night to keep track of the arrivals and only a few disappointed. Here are my top five that caught my eye in a good way!

• Gwen Stefani in Atelier Versace - Love the jumpsuit and the nude lip. Such a different look for her!
• Beyonce in Proenza Schouler - Beyonce's barely there makeup let the dress have the attention.
• Taylor Swift in Elie Saab - Elie Saab sure is becoming a favorite of mine. Love the ombre!
• Jhené Aiko in Alberta Ferretti - I have no idea who she is, but the bodice of the dress is beautiful.
• Nick Jonas in Versace - I love daring suits and this plaid suit and crisp white combo stands out and hits it on the nail.

Who got it right for you? Am I the only one who will only watch awards shows if I can record them?!

2015 SAG Awards Best Dressed

I'm going to do this awards fashion post a little differently. I'm only going to show my favorites, because honestly, there just weren't that many bad choices. Even those who chose daring looks pretty much got it right. So here are some of my favorite dresses from last night and I'd love to hear whose look you loved!

• Emmy Rossum in Armani Privé - When the lights hit this dress? Droolworthy.
• Lupita Nyong'o in Elie Saab - Any other time I might think this is too busy, but she pulls it off in the best way.
• Julianne Moore in Givenchy - Redheads in emerald green will always be a winning combination.
• Viola Davis in Max Mara - HOT! Perfect fit, perfectly accessorized, just perfect.
• Emma Stone in Dior Couture - I love the risks that she takes. I am quite over the sheer look, but this works and pulls me back in.

2014 Emmys: Best and Worst Dressed

The 66th edition of the Emmy Awards aired last night. Like with all awards shows, I taped them. I feel like that is one of the reasons the PVR was invented. Hello, fast forward button, my best friend forever! One thing that I do not want to fast forward through is the fashion. This year was impressive in that it was hard for me to narrow my best list down to just a few. The dresses were fabulous!

Here is my list for best and worst dressed. And as always, read until the end for the eye candy that I always provide you with. *wink wink*

Julia Roberts in Elie Saab Couture - Such a fun dress! She very rarely lets me down. Always a pretty woman (see what I did there?).
Julie Bowen in Peter Som - Love this print!
Lucy Liu in Zac Posen - This just looks so gorgeous with her skintone and the gold accessories.
Heidi Klum in Zac Posen - I don't usually like Heidi's choices, but this looks perfect on her.

Lena Dunham in Giambattista Valli - That look on Lena's face? Yeah, that's my face when seeing this dress.
Sarah Paulson in Armani Privé - I don't hate it, but it does make me think of 80s fashion.
Katherine Heigl in John Hayles - This dress ages her drastically.
Betsey Brandt in Alice + Olivia - And this one is too young. The length is a bit unflattering.

Matt Bomer in Tom Ford - You're welcome.

SAG Awards 2014: Best and Worst Dressed

The Screen Actors Guild Awards bore me. There, I said it. I don't keep it a secret that I just don't care about watching full awards shows, but there is usually at least a performance or two that I am interested in enough to PVR them. The fashion part always intrigues me, but as far as the actual SAG ceremony goes? Boring. I just cannot bother.

The red carpet arrivals this year were amazing, though! It was hard to pick out choices for my worst dressed list. I love when that happens, though it makes my hunt more meticulous. I see some stylists getting permanent jobs and raises after this!

Jennifer Lawrence: Dior Haute Couture. Easily fave of the night!
Elisabeth Moss: Michael Kors. Michael is a king of simplistic and beautiful designs.
Sofia Vergara: Donna Karan Atelier. Gunmetal is becoming my new favorite thing!
Jennifer Garner: Max Mara. The fit is perfect.

Kerry Washington: Prada. It pains me to put her on my worst list, but I hate that crop top.
Emma Thompson: Vintage. Top part of dress? Good. Bottom part? Weird hemline is a no.
Edie Falco: Lanvin. Butterfly print? Did I wake up back in the 90s?
Mayim Bialik: Rachel Livingston. Way too much going on and I feel like it washes her out.

I usually include one piece of manly eye candy, but I couldn't choose just one. So here are four hot babes that captured my attention. I think I just got drool on my keyboard. Worth it.

Bradley Cooper: Gucci. Not a man I typically find attractive, but he looks dapper here.
Mario Lopez: Unknown. I like the tighter fit around the legs.
Jared Leto: Dior. Love the unexpected white bow tie and white shirt combo!
Benedict Cumberbatch: Unknown. This man makes everything look good. Mmmm...

Emmys 2013: My Best and Worst Dressed

Yesterday held the 65th Emmys ceremony! I followed the red carpet looks online and I can't say that many blew me away. I mean, it's like most of the ladies asked for dresses to make them look as flat-chested as possible. What was with the trend of horrible necklines? I've picked a few dresses that stood out for me in good and bad ways. But first, I like to always throw in a little male eye candy on these posts and who can deny that Nathan Fillion is a proper definition of "eye candy"?! You're welcome!

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Around the World in 80 Eyeshadows Week 24

Group post time! Because last week was Family Day in Ontario, I did not participate in our weekly post. Now I'm back to share this week's question. Sadly, one of our girls had to pull out of the group for the time being. We are always game to adding more bloggers. We do these posts every Monday, so that would have to work with your schedule. If interested, email me (wendy@fashionableheart.com) and I'll tell you more about it and introduce you to the other girls.





*McQueen. This is what happens when you make graphics at like 4am in the morning. Ha!


Affairs Magazine : TBD.
Beauty & Baggage : had tried L'Oreal's drugstore dupe for the YSL Glossy Stains.
Fashionable Heart : swatched MAC's Snob lipstick.
Massachusetts Mask : is completely obsessed with Bath & Body Works new Raspberry Line!

So how would you answer this week's question?!

Golden Globes 2013: Best & Worst Dressed

So this past weekend was the Golden Globes ceremony, which brought out the stars dressed to the nines. Some were definitely better than others, but I always wonder who actually used a stylist. I'm sharing my best and worst choices, but you certainly do not have to agree with me. Fashion being subjective is what makes it so fun! Feel free to share whose dress won you over or which one made you wonder if the celebrity got dressed in the dark.


Kate Hudson in Alexander McQueen and Anne Hathaway in Chanel. Kate looks fabulous and this really shows off her figure without showing too much skin. I love how classic Anne looks and the bare neckline allows her to show off her gorgeous pixie cut.

Kristen Bell in Jenny Packham, Tina Fey in L'Wren Scott, and Amy Poehler in Stella McCartney. Kristen did a fabulous job at picking a dress while pregnant. What a wonderful cut and design! I adore how Tina went with a retro look and Amy played up a tuxedo. The fit is spectacular, especially on those tailored pants.

Honorable Mention: Lucy Liu in Carolina Herrera. I believe this was either a "love it" or "hate it" dress. I personally loved it and thought it was beautiful with the flower print.


Emily Mortimer in Jenny Packham and Jessica Chastain in Calvin Klein. This sequined dress did nothing for Emily. Instead of making her shine, she looks rather drab. I feel as though Jessica deserves a dress with more flair. And I dislike the shoe choice, as well.

Jennifer Lopez in Zuhair Murad, Rachel Weisz in Louis Vuitton, and Guiliana Rancic in Celia Kritharioti. Yes, Jennifer looks beautiful with an amazing body, but I don't know...this dress just did not win me over. Rachel's dress looks like it is having an identity crisis, but her makeup and hair is spot on. I did not like anything about Guiliana's look. I think the dress is bringing attention to the wrong areas. It looks like something I would have seen on one of those 80s shows like Dynasty.