I usually only do fashion commentary on Fridays, but I always break the rules for awards show fashion recaps! I parked myself on the couch with some wine and a pizza and indulged in the glamour (while the hubby asked “Are you going to talk to the TV all night?” as I audibly commented on each outfit). So here we go, Elements of Style’s Oscar Fashion Rundown!
Let’s start with the big comparison of the night- Jennifer Aniston and Angelina Jolie. No words are needed here to illustrate my thoughts (in Disney terms):
‘Nuff said. Good trumps evil any day, darling, even on the red carpet.
Now, for the best of the rest, including my personal favorite of the night Natalie Portman. I absolutely LOVED everything about her look. I gasped when I saw her and yelled “She nailed it!!!” (to no one). Well, she did nail it and pretty much embodied the definition of “glowing”. The color, the hair, the accessories and that DRESS- ethereal yet playful and sexy.
A big trend of the night was shimmery metallics- like Tina Fey, Anne Hathaway and Leslie Mann. I loved all of these dresses!
My second favorite look was on Marisa Tomei- the fit of that dress was flawless and the origami like folds made it so unique. Here hair looked loose and lovely and her vintage bracelet was amazing! A similar gown following the big cream/light color trend of the night was on Taraji P. Henson- I thought she looked amazing, especially with that great chunky necklace!!
Evan Rachel Woods’ dress was stunning, but her hair was way too severe!
Another dress that fell into the bold color category that I liked was on Alicia Keys- loved her statement earrings and jeweled clutch- simple but gorgeous.
As for Amy Adams- I loved the necklace, hair and idea behind the look but disliked the black trim on the top of the dress.
Freida Pinto glowed in bright blue and the asymmetrical neckline was lovely, but the lace sleeve left me feeling a bit cold and stuck in the 80′s.
Sadly, I love these ladies but did not like their looks tonight.
SJP’s was just too everything and Heidi’s was unflattering and severe. But she and Seal are just the cutest couple in the world, no?
Kate’s I liked, but did not LOVE. She’s looked much better on other red carpets.
I make no qualms about my intense dislike of Beyonce. And this dress (and pose) sum it up for me…enough already!
Jessica Biel really missed the boat in my opinion- that big, floppy bow was so unflattering as was the silhouette of the skirt and the black pumps she had on underneath. The ratty hair did her no favors either. But she does go home to Justin Timberlake every night….
And speaking of big, floppy bows- holy Amanda Seyfried! With all the dresses to pick, why this dated looking number??
My favorite accessory of the night was Mickey Rourke’s necklace with his prized chihuahua’s photo in it (she passed away a few days ago). He made some very sweet comments about how his favorite puppy lived long enough to know that he’d be okay from here on out on his own. So bittersweet!!!
Overall, I though the show itself was self indulgent and boring (I fell asleep and missed the big awards) but it’s the red carpet that counts most, right? :)
This post cracked me up! From “while the hubby asked “Are you going to talk to the TV all night?” as I audibly commented on each outfit” to the fact that you compared Angelina and Jennifer to Disney characters. Classic!
the jen vs angelina disney princess/witch bit is too funny. seriously, how did that pop to your mind?! hilarious.
I originally said she looked like Cruella DeVille last night with her icy glare, but then ammended it to be the Queen from Snow White- Jen just sparkled, no?
you crack me up. natalie portman won in my book too… loved the color! i liked how when Jen was announcing they cut the camera to Angelina… did you notice?
Initially, I was holed up on my ‘girl salon’ to ogle– all those beautiful dresses in peace, but since my hubby was watching downstairs too, it felt ‘un-green’ to have both sets on the same program, so I relented and joined him.
Your fashion picks were right on, altho I thought Marisa needed a bit more bling on her ears or neck. Shockingly, you didn’t mention the worst fashion disaster of the night: Whoopi Goldberg. Oy, that leopard print! I’m guessing she has no mirrors at home, and possibly no good girlfriends willing to say, ‘honey,nthat outfit makes your everything look big, tacky…’
No doubt Mr. Blackwell was thrashing in his grave.
Loved the Globe article and can’t wait to start reading your blog regularly. You’re aces.
But did you see Angelina’s emerald jewelry? I loved it.
I loved Jennifer’s dress, but we’ve seen it before. She always sports the strapless column. It clearly works for her, but would love her to mix it up a little.
The cutting to Brangelina during Aniston’s presenting was hysterical.
You are the only person besides me, who has ever announced their dislike of Beyonce. My friends ridicule me all the time because they LOVE her.
Can she tone it down just once. She is ALWAYS way overdone. Someone should tell her that the natural look is not so bad (and much preferred).
I love your Disney comparison! Your picks on the hits and misses were right on.
Loved Marisa Tomei and also Tina Fey. Gorgeous!
Oh and although I liked Jennifer Aniston’s dress I think she’s a boring dresser. I swear I’ve seen her in similar dresses before and can’t she ever glam up her hair?
i loved Natalie portman too- mirror mirror on the wall-who’s the fairest of them all?” hands down.agree.
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angelina jolie’s jewelry was something though!
great posts.pgt
My favorites were Natalie Portman and Alicia Keys, both in raspberry. Did you see Natalie’s nails? Black. Sorta edgy. You can see them up close on People’s fashion roundup.
Your comparison of Jen and Angelina is hysterial. Thanks for making me grin.
My favorites were Natalie Portman and Alicia Keys, both in raspberry. Did you catch Natalie’s nails? Black. Sorta edgy.
I loved your comparison of Jen and Angelina. Thanks for making me laugh. I thought Angelina’s jewelry looked like cheap Barbie jewelry from far away, but up close it was striking.
Jen looked like she borrowed one of Mom’s bar mitzvah dresses, slapped in a goody clip and was off to the party. Yes, she’s happy and giddy and that’s just dandy, but Jolie is stunning beyond words.
Yes Jolie is a home wrecker, but this is Hollywood where all is forgiven and her and the also too-stunning-for-words Brad Pitt made Jen and Mayer look like Miley Cyrus and her Jonas boyfriend.
Loki!!!!!!
okay, I just laughed. out-loud. i totally back your disney comparison. Natalie & Marissa were also my faves. those dresses were phenomenal.
hands down, my favorite oscar re-cap yet. i agree that natalie was the best dressed and angelina just needs to ease up a bit.
I'm so happy that someone else feels as strongly as I do about Angelina Jolie. My utter distain for her began with her tongue-kissing her brother on stage at an award show, and grew to epic proportions with her "all is fair in love & war" attitude about marriage. How on earth did she become Hollywood royalty?!
At any rate, I've been meaning to comment on your blog – love it. You've got a great eye for fashion and design – congratulations on your recent Globe article as well! All the best!
love that you’re on team jenn…why do I only want the best for her :)
I think it’s ridiculous to assume Angelina is icy because of her stare. But you don’t have to like someone you don’t like. Oh, and I’m in total agreement about Beyonce, I don’t like her either. I did like Angelina’s dress it may seem boring but it had a sweetheart neckline and on one fashion review show when you see her walk away you realize that it’s a bit sheer on the bottom ethereal and layered but of course it was in black (maybe if it had been in a different color?)
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