We are in the midst of summer, and there is nothing I love more than a stunningly gorgeous maxi dress. I would fabulously wear them all year long, were it not for the brutally cold winters here in NYC!
Check out some great finds of mine though from some of my fave designers and brands!!
Kimichi Blue Stormy Deluxe Maxi Dress
Orchid Silk Jersey Wrap Maxi Dress
Nasty Gal x For Love & Lemons Tropicana Embroidered Maxi
Warrior Weave Contrast Maxi Dress
Get into the 4th of July mindset with Fashion Nexus’ top picks for all that is fashionable in red, white, and blue! HAPPY 4TH OF JULY TO ALL!!
FOR THE LADIES
New Yahzi Two Silk Jersey Maxi Wrap Dress
Sweetheart Dress — Navy Floral Impressions
MENSWEAR
ACCESSORIES
Cardan Necklace Red Chalcedony
Navy linen wide-brim fedora with white silk twill band
SO ONCE AGAIN, HAPPY 4TH OF JULY FROM FASHION NEXUS!!
So mainly this Best Dressed list is comprised of looks from the 2015 CMT Music Awards. But I have a couple of other looks that I wanted to include on this list as well from other red carpet functions, ENJOY!
Danielle Bradbery
Danielle is dazzling in this molten, embellished Patricia Bonaldi mini. She is sparkling and shining all over!
Carrie Underwood
Carrie is working her post-baby bod in this Thomas Wylde mini, showing off her legendary gorgeous stems! She accessorized with silver Jimmy Choo heels, a metallic Deepa Gurnani clutch, and Kimberly McDonald jewelry.
Jenna Dewan Tatum
Jenna looks lovely in this magenta Zuhair Murad dress laced with peekaboo panels. The details here are quite exquisite. She paired with her look an oxblood clutch and Neil Lane jewelry. Her styling, as always, was by Brad Goreski.
Cassadee Pope
Peekaboo lace panels was a fave of mine, clearly! Cassadee too looks amazing in her lace paneling look, but hers was an antique-looking, golden mini by Mikael D. Coordinating with her look was a shiny silver Swarovski clutch.
Her styling was provided by Townsend Style and Fashion Forwards LA.
RaeLynn
RaeLynn’s look was quite bold, but I was definitely intrigued. This multi-colored, brightly printed Gabriela Cadena dress is stunningly gorgeous. It’s hard to take your eyes off of it!
Rumer Willis
Rumer kept it simple, very minimalistic, but in a great way. It’s not always about the bells & whistles! Her stark white, fitted dress was from House of CB. And she paired with her look lavender Stuart Weitzman heels, a metallic Salvatore Ferrgamo clutch, and Doves jewels.
Hunter Hayes
Hunter Hayes looked quite handsome, rockin’ his grey suit, sans tie. He is also wearing an Omega watch.
The Swon Brothers
The Swon Brothers were quite the dapper pair, dressed in all black, quite casual, but great pieces for their looks. I was a huge fan of theirs on NBC’s The Voice so I am happy to see them doing so well!
Florida Georgia Line
Florida Georgia Line was another good lookin’ pair on the CMT red carpet. Not coordinating like the Swon Brothers, but each gent doing his own thing, having his own style.
Bella Thorne
So my first non-country Best Dressed pick was the beautiful Bella. She was attending her new MTV show’s premiere in L.A., Scream. Her luscious side waves were courtesy of Neutrogena. She donned a sexy black Mugler dress, paired perfectly with black Stuart Weitzman heels and XIV Karats jewelry.
Anna Faris
Anna was too rockin’ a sexy mini, her pick, a shades of silver, embellished Rubin Singer dress. Her accessories were a metallic Jimmy Choo clutch and matching mule sandals. She was attending the premiere of Jurassic World in Hollywood.
The 2015 Independent Handbag Designer Awards are next week, June 17th, 2015, and will be held at the School of the Visual Arts Theatre in NYC (333 W 23rd Street) at 8 pm. I am ecstatic that I will have the privilege to attend this prestigious ceremony. If anyone would actually like to attend, you can too as well! Click here to purchase tickets!
Founded in 2007 by Handbag Designer 101, the IHDAs were created to celebrate handbag design and creativity from around the world. The IHDA is the only international design competition of its kind, receiving lots of great press over the years, and and is a platform for putting new designer talent on the map. Now in its ninth year, it is an industry staple responsible for high profile collaborations and hundreds of success stories.
This year, Rebecca Minkoff will be honored with the 2015 ICONOCLAST Award. 40 finalists in 8 categories will be present. Huge prizes are at stake, such as a feature in the September issue of InStyle (Event Sponsor), potential partnerships with Guess, MaryKay Cosmetics, and Trina Turk. Also, the “Best Overall” will receive a feature on the digital e-commerce platform EVINE Live.
Here are the 2015 finalists across the 8 categories — (all pictures in order of listing for each category)
The EVINE Live Best Handbag in Overall Style & Design —
Best executed handbag overall in style and design
The EVINE Live Best Handbag in Overall Style and Design – These bags represent the best-executed handbag in overall style and design. Winner will receive a booth at WWDMAGIC, a mentorship with Hilldun and a brand consultancy with the Accessory Think Thank. The winner will also garner the opportunity to have their line sold on EVINE Live, a yearlong membership to the Accessories Council and a feature in the September issue of InStyle.
The Trina Turk Best Studentmade Handbag
Students who started a line while in school. Winner will receive a coveted apprenticeship with famed designer, Trina Turk and Signal Brands. Winner will receive a yearlong membership to the Accessories Council and also be part of the IHDA feature in the September issue of InStyle.
Bernina Best Hand-Made Handbag —
Made with any material where the designer is making their bag by sewing machine or by hand
Winner will receive the BERNINA 560 sewing machine. In addition, winners will have the prestigious opportunity to be an Ambassador for BERNINA in creating blogs and projects for BERNINA social media and We All Sew Blog. Winner will receive a yearlong membership to the Accessories Council and also be part of the IHDA feature in the September issue of InStyle.
Klean Kanteen Best Green Handbag —
Bags that are made out of sustainable, recycled or organic materials
Winner will have the opportunity to work with Klean Kanteen, a year-long membership to the Accessories Council and will be part of the IHDA feature in the September issue of InStyle.
Fashion 4 Development Most Socially Responsible Handbag — Bags that are made in a country where the proceeds are given back to the country of manufacturing or people that are employed to manufacture handbags to better their lives and/or conditions
Winner will receive a feature with Fashion 4 Development. Winner will receive a yearlong membership to the Accessories Council and also be part of the IHDA feature in the September issue of InStyle.
Distinctly Denim by Guess Handbags — Sketch Based Category
The most trend driven use of denim, in a playful and imaginative way by embracing the personality of the brand
Winner will garner an amazing opportunity to have their bag sold on Guess.com, work alongside our handbag designer based in Florence, Italy, receive a yearlong membership to the Accessories Council and receive a feature in the September issue of InStyle. We are partnering with the Guess Foundation to donate a portion of the proceeds of the winning bag to the social service agency Peace Over Violence. Its mantra: Make a social statement with your fashion statement. And wear denim for a purpose.
The Standout & Look Great Work Bag by MOO — Sketch Based Category
Creating the unisex bag for professionals on the go. Business does not have to be boring.
The category winner will receive MOOlah with which to create business stationery, promotional materials, and merchandising assets. The Designer and bag will be showcased on moo.com materials, and merchandising assets. The Designer and bag will be showcased on moo.com and the category promoted on moo.com, owned social channels, and Handbag Designer 101. The Winner will receive a yearlong membership to the Accessories Council and also be part of the IHDA feature in the September issue of InStyle.
The MARYKAY Most Irresistible Makeup Bag — Sketch Based Category
The most versatile and stylish makeup bag that every woman will want.
Winner will have an amazing opportunity to work on Mary Kay projects and have their bag featured on global MaryKay.com’s and social media platforms. Winner will receive a yearlong membership to the Accessories Council and also be part of the IHDA feature in the September issue of InStyle.
The 2015 preliminary judges panel is made up of the top industry influencers and bloggers —
So make sure to tweet or message to any brands you know a congrats for making it as a finalist and send them encouraging words to wish them luck for next week! In the meantime, check out pictures from last year’s ceremony and who the finalists and winners were last year. From Fashion Nexus, GOOD LUCK to all of the designer finalists this year as I am a huge supporter of independent and/or emerging fashion designers!
Remember, click here to purchase tickets!
This year’s sponsors are — InStyle, Guess, Rebecca Minkoff, Trina Turk, Signal Brands, Bernia, EVINE Live, Moo, Mary Kay, Klean Kanteen, Fashion 4 Development, Basic Adhesives Leather, Affinia, Garment District NYC, Pantone, WWD Magic, Hilldun, Leather Suede Skins, Bottomless Closet, Tassen Museum, The Fashion Class, Save the Garment Center, Accessory Think Tank, & Accessories Council.
A couple of major red carpets occurred over the past week, thus deserving of some best dressed nods. There was the 2015 Tony Awards and then the 2015 Critics Choice Awards (TV). So here are my fave picks!
Vanessa Hudgens
I am all about some florals for this best dressed list, especially Vanessa in this vibrant printed floral Naeem Khan gown. Paired with her look, a glittery gold Rodo clutch and Norman Silverman jewelry.
Her glam squad — Laura Polko creating this elegant updo, and Natalie Saidi for styling the look.
Jennifer Grey
Jennifer looked stunning in this stark white, lace Zac Posen fitted gown with feathers adorned on the hem. Her Glam squad details are as follows — Vanessa Heshima for both hair & makeup and Danielle Levy for styling.
Anna Chlumsky
There were a couple of maroon gowns gracing my best dressed list. First one being Anna in this full length, silk Sophie Theallet dress. She accessorized with Solange Azagury Partridge jewelry.
Patricia Clarkson
Not sure who Patricia is wearing, but with another bold floral look, I couldn’t resist in adding her to my list. I love the contrast of this shortened black dress with the lively, crimson red rose print.
Elisabeth Moss
Elisabeth too donned some florals, her choice, a fitted white Oscar de la Renta gown with multi-colored flowers embellishing the bodice.
NEW YORK, NY – JUNE 07: Elisabeth Moss attends the 2015 Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall on June 7, 2015 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for Tony Awards Productions)
She also had an amazing glam team, Kemal Harris & Tommy Buckett for styling, and Daniel Martin for beauty.
Kristin Chenoweth
Kristin was shimmery and shiny all over in this metallic silver Zac Posen gown, fitted to a tee and with a slight train. Deb Watson was her stylist for this look.
Leanne Cope
More flower action from Leanne with this dark grey, mixed media, Randi Rahm dress. I am usually not a fan of florals and polka dots mixed, but here, it works! She paired with her look. Oscar Heyman earrings. And for her overall look details, we have Dessange for the gorgeous updo and makeup from L’Oreal Paris.
Debra Messing
Debra was my other maroon pick, her dress being a shortened Zac Posen halter strapped look. Beautiful accessories for her look include matching Jimmy Choo heels, a Judith Leiber clutch, and lavender DeGrisogono jewelry.
Kelli O’Hara
Not sure of the designer details for Kelli, but it’s another floral look, so of course I’m on board. But really it has such a vintage, antique quality to the dress that I am just such a fan!
Josh Groban & Kat Dennings
I am not sure who Kat is wearing, but I do know who helped in putting the overall look together — stylist Lawren Sample, makeup by Carolina Dali with use of Chanel products, and hair by Gareth Bromell.
Nick Jonas
Nick is looking quite handsome in his all black tuxe, courtesy of Louis Vuitton.
Dule Hill
Dule is another stylish looking gent, his suit though in navy blue and by Ralph Lauren, with black Salvatore Ferragamo shoes and accessories by Scott Kay.
Constance Zimmer
The UnREAL actress floated down the carpet in a floral crop top and a matching full skirt by Leanne Marshall. It must be the summer in the air, but I am really just loving all of the bright, colorful floral looks!
Jaimie Alexander
Fashion and the Cannes Film Festival red carpets certainly go hand in hand. These gorgeous gowns are right up there with the likes of other major red carpets we see throughout a given year — Oscars, Grammys, Met Ball, etc. So here are my top picks from the 68th annual Cannes Film Festival. ENJOY!!
Eva Longoria
There are almost no words to express how stunning Eva looks in this gray lace sheer-paneled Gabriela Cadena gown, which features a plunging neckline and mini train. It’s perfection! She accessorized with Lorraine Schwartz jewels and her gorgeous make-up look was courteous of L’Oreal Paris. Eva was attending the Inside Out premiere.
Diane Kruger
Diane, while attending the premiere of The Sea of Trees, donned a pale blue Prada gown, embellished with crystal appliqués and featuring a long silk scarf that trailed dramatically from her halter neck bodice.She looked magical! Paired with her look are beautiful Harry Winston jewels. And her pulled back wavy hair look was courtesy of Perrine Rougemont.
Emma Stone
Emma was seriously on point with 2 of her Cannes looks. First, she attended the red carpet premiere of Irrational Man, wearing a sleeveless slate Dior Couture gown, covered in lace which included an elaborate train and open back. And to complete her look with some lovely jewelry, she wore a Repossi necklace and rings, and Jennifer Meyer stud earrings.
For this day look, she wore this structured lacy black Oscar de la Renta cocktrail frock, from the Pre-Fall 15 collection. She again wore Repossi, earrings and rings, as well as black Christian Louboutin heels.
Melanie Laurent
Shimmery and glittery all over, and I love it! Melanie looks exquisite in this completely beaded, cap sleeve Zuhair Murad gown with flowing train at the Inside Out premiere.
Rooney Mara
While attending the premiere of Carol, Rooney wore a cream colored, ruffled Rochas gown with a halter neck and key-hole slit. What a classic and ladylike look, great choice for Rooney.
Salma Hayek
I love that Salma added a bold splash of color to the red carpet with this radiant orchid Gucci gown. It had such a great fit and you can’t miss this stunning, plunging neckline. She was too attending the red carpet premiere of Carol.
Michelle Rodriguez
Cannes and the Billboard Music Awards are coming up, but for the time being, too many other red carpets have come and gone, and are certainly deserving of some Best Dressed nods and recognitions. I am a little scatterbrained for this list! I have Network Upfronts, major movie premieres, the BAFTAs, and more. But all in all, these are some amazing looks that I just could not overlook. Enjoy!
Sophia Bush
Sophia was attending the PEOPLE and Entertainment Weekly‘s upfront party in N.Y.C., looking lovely in this deep purple Monique Lhuillier lace dress. Paired perfectly with her look, black Stuart Weitzman sandal heels, a color coordinating Edie Parker clutch, and a few diamond pieces from Karma El Khalil Jewelry.
Anna Kendrick
I love these colors and normally I wouldn’t think to pair a cobalt blue and royal purple, but Anna makes it work. This is a phenomenal gown by Stella McCartney, complete with side cutouts. She also has accessorized well, Graziela Gems ear cuffs, rings by Melissa Kaye Jewelry, and a gold Lee Savage clutch. Anna is attending the L.A. premiere of her recent flick, Pitch Perfect 2.
Eleanor Tomlinson
I’m in feather heaven with this exquisitely feather adorned, dove grey Ralph Lauren gown. The gown and Eleanor are both a vision! Eleanor is attending the 2015 BAFTA TV Awards.
Blake Lively
Blake went on a major press tour for her recent film, The Age of Adaline. These are a few of my fave looks for her various events and red carpets!
For the film’s N.Y.C. premiere, the actress chose a bright red Monique Lhuillier dress, Judith Leiber silver Koi Fish clutch and beautiful diamond Lorraine Schwartz jewels.
For her Allure magazine cover party, she was artistically stunning in this floral appliqué Ralph & Russo couture dress — prim, pretty, and proper!
And finally, for another press related event, Blake donned this two-toned Antonio Berardi sheath with gold accents, paired perfectly with rose-gold Sophia Webster heels.
Elizabeth Hurley
Elizabeth was simply elegant while attending a charity gala benefiting the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital in London. She went with a minimalistic look, a black Emilio Pucci with a plunging neckline and diamond adorned straps.
Emma Roberts
Emma was chic and fashionable in this webbed Jonathan Simkhai crop top and skirt with black Stuart Weitzman sandal heels. She was attending Fox’s upfront party in N.Y.C.. Accessories for her look — Dana Rebecca Designs jewels and an Amanda Wakeley white clutch with gold trim.
Bella Thorne
Bella is rockin’ this black and white Naeem Khan jumpsuit — huge fan of this look! Stuart Weitzman sandal heels seem to be a theme for this best dressed list as Bella is too sportin’ a black pair, as well as Cartier jewelry. Her youthful beauty look is courtesy of Ashleigh Louer, while her overall styling is thanks to Brad Goreski.Bella is too attending the L.A. premiere for Pitch Perfect 2.
Olivia Culpo
Olivia looks super sexy and chic in this multi-colored Balmain mini. And as she likely knows, you can never go wrong when completing your look with Jimmy Choos! She is also wearing some jewelry pieces from Melinda Maria Designs. Her bronzed makeup look is by Patrick Ta, with overall styling by Jennifer Mazur. Olivia is attending Nylong Mag’s annual Young Hollywood bash!
Stefanie Scott
Stephanie is a true beauty in person. So glad to have met her a year or so ago at NYFW. I’m happy to see she is doing well. And how great does she look in this cobalt blue Guishem dress, complete with a dropped shoulder and side cutouts. I also think her accessories were spot on, black Casadei heels and Djula jewelry.
She was also at the Young Hollywood party, sponsored by BCBGeneration and be GLAMMED.
Maisie Williams
Maisie is attending the House of Fraser British Academy Television Awards in London, wearing a periwinkle lace Self-Portrait dress, ASOS white sandal heels, and Kate Spade earrings. Her cute, flowing locks were blown out by Jack Thirlway, while her youthful beauty look was created by Emma White Turle.
Vanessa Marano
And it may be just an LBD, but it’s a sexy, chic, fitted LBD for Vanessa, looking all the more amazing with her sleek pulled back ponytail and shimmery plum lip.
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Some went literal. Others went understated. And some just went their own merry route! That is the Met Gala, “aka Met Ball” for you though! This year’s theme was all about Chinese fashion and inspirations. The exhibit was entitled “China: Through the Looking Glass”. So who went thematic and nailed it, and who just looked too amazing I couldn’t help but include them on my Best Dressed list? Find out below!
Kate Hudson
Gold was a hot color of the night, clearly color being not only a trend of the evening, but attempts to tie in with the overall theme. I believe when bold and antique looking as this custom, suntan-hued, stretch tulle Michael Kors dress with an open back and hand-embroidered paillettes, the theme was understated, but it was present. Simply put, Kate looked radiant! She carried an Edie Parker ivory and gold clutch and donned a Lorraine Schwartz headpiece.
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley
Another in gold, but Rosie went sensual, daring, and sexy in this molten Atelier Versace dress with an up-to-there slit and various cutouts.
Coordinating perfectly were her Christian Louboutin Benedetta nude sandal heels.
And she continued to accessorize well with Anita Ko earrings and rings.
Keri Russell
Not enough words to explain how PHENOMENAL this plunging, high-slitted Altuzarra dress is. It’s covered in emerald feathers. And I love all of the colors and textures, very captivating. With her bold look, she coordinated with black strappy Altuzarra sandals, Ana Khouri earrings and a Solange Azagury-Partridge ring.
Jennifer Lopez
This is a gown that looks great from any angle! It’s scaly creature on a flame-licked Versace dress, teamed with a Swarovski clutch and baubles by Sutra, Ivy, Harry Kotlar, and Jack Vartanian.
The whole look is highly intriguing and completely eye-catching!
Bee Shaffer
I’m head over heels for this fully eccentric and eclectic Alexander McQueen custom burgundy embroidered gown. The details are just all so stunning, the floral embroidery, the gorgeous train — I’m in love!
Amal Alamuddin
Amal I don’t think is a die-hard red carpet fan, but she certainly did well for herself here. This red-hot, ruffled, multi-media John Galliano dress for Maison Margiela was a great choice for her. The bodice has an exquisite fit and the overall look is daring, but not over-the-top.
Katie Holmes
Ahhh, isn’t this gown so dreamy! It’s a vision, this navy blue speckled Zac Posen dress with dreamy cloud-shaped embellishments along the hemline.
Katie is too a vision, especially with elegant accessories in that of diamond Chopard jewelry and a luxe Roger Vivier clutch.
And no worries on the new hair alert, as this is just a wig styled by DJ Quintero, using products from Alterna, the haircare company Holmes co-owns.
Selena Gomez
Selena looks stunning in this custom, silk crepe, Vera Wang creation, complete with a V-neck bra top, a plunging open back, and Chinese tassel accents.
And no way can you overlook this mesmerizing floral updo, created by Jake Bailey and Renato Campora for Moroccanoil.
Joan Smalls
My one, totally sexy, daring piece, has to be Joan in this semi-sheer purple lace dress with cutouts and a sheer skirt, which further complimented with Chopard diamonds. This color is so eye-catching, a great choice, and really what a dress — Peter Dundas for Roberto Cavalli.
Her beauty look is just as great, a mix of Pure Color Gelée Powder Eyeshadow in Cyber Magenta and Pure Color Envy Eyeshadow Palette in Currant Desire, from Estee Lauder.
Wendi Murdoch
Co-chair to the event, Wendi is right in the A+ game/lane, with this navy blue Oscar de la Renta fitted gown with gold embellishments adorned throughout the look. For her accessories, she went with a tassled Kotur clutch and Cindy Chao jewelry.
Dianna Agron
This is such a wearable work of art, this ethereal white Tory Burch, one-shoulder, silk chiffon dress that boasted three cranes embroidered on its skirt. Dianna accessorized with a white Tory Burch clutch and emerald Fred Leighton baubles.
Adriana Lima
Lots of special touches are in this deep burgundy Marc Jacobs dress, with a falling starburst design as just one of the highlights. I too love sheer bodice/neckline.
There are some fantastic accessories to compliment this look, ruby red Chopard jewelry and a black Judith Leiber clutch. This bold hair, blunt bangs and luscious waves, is courtesy of Anthony Cristiano Salon, And her sulty makeup is all thanks to Maybelline NY, Morgane Martini, cat eye and ruby red lip.
Lizzy Caplan
This is probably one of my more obviously thematic looks, but nonetheless a must have on my Best Dressed list. This adoring blush-hued, asymmetrical Donna Karan Atelier dress, embellished with gold beading and embroidery is perfection.
She complimented this look well with gold tassel-style earrings by Jack Vartanian, a ruby Carla Amorim ring, and a pearlescent Edie Parker clutch.
From the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner to the Radio Disney Music Awards, and finally to the 2015 Daytime Emmy’s, there were a lot of best dressed looks gracing these various red carpets. Here are some of the major fashionable highlights —
Lucy Liu
Lucy looked full on glam in this deep-V Naeem Khan gown with jet crystal beading. The fit, the sparkle, all immaculate. And completing her look, understated jewelry pieces from Lorraine Schwartz.
Jenna Dewan-Tatum
What a smashing choice for Jenna, this strapless black Reem Acra gown with a white embellished bodice — so beautiful! Her stylist Brad Goreski was spot on here, especially adding those special touches in that of the Casa Reale jewels she donned.
Jane Fonda
Jane is still proving she can do no wrong when it comes to the red carpet. She looks AMAZING in this body-hugging black Donna Karan turtleneck gown with a sequin sharkskin motif. And keeping with an all-black look, she accessorized with a Perrin Paris clutch.
Chanel Iman
Chanel was an ethereal princess in this periwinkle Zuhair Murad chiffon gown with crystal embroidery on the shoulders — such a beauty! Her stylist for this look was Christina Pacelli.
Laverne Cox
WOW! What a look for Laverne, this dove-gray Ines Di Santo gown with a V-neck and long train. She looks so classy and elegant, really workin’ this look! She accessorized her look with diamond Forevermark jewels and a metallic Jill Haber clutch.
Connie Britton
I love that Connie chose to go with a bright pop of color. She looks radiant in this berry Halston Heritage gown with a geometric peplum waistline.
Sabrina Carpenter
Very grown up and mature, yet such a classy, fashionable look for Sabrina in this nude Patricia Bonaldi embellished dress. She looks magnificently perfect! Paired with her look are some jewelry pieces by Kendra Scott.
Rumer Willis
You can’t go wrong with a sexy black jumpsuit and Rumer knows that! She also coordinated well with a great splash of color with this bright red clutch.
Kelsea Ballerini
This look for Kelsea is just so fun and flirty. I couldn’t help but include it on my best dressed list. The graphic printed Bella Bella for Ani & Ari is so imaginative and vibrant. I love it! And to complete her look with more fun and color, plum heels by Steven Madden .
FIFTH HARMONY
This is the first time I’m not seeing the ladies with an underlying coordinating trend, but still as a group, they all look great! You’ve got shine, florals, color, just the works! The only designer details I know are for Normani — makeup by Clarissa Luna and her super high ponytail is courtesy of Randy Stodghill. Her royal blue hi-lo dress is by Alice + Olivia, heels from Giueseppe Zanotti, styling team of Bobby Wesley & Erica Archibald!
Linsey Godfrey
What a breathtaking look! This boldly red Paolo Sebastian gown with a flowing train is perfection for Linsey. She looks phenomenal! Paired with her look are some diamond Martin Katz jewels. And she actually did her own hair & makeup!!
Jen Lilley
Another bold red number with a train, but who cares. Jen rocks this crimson gown all on her own, a Walter Collection piece with a lovely sheer detailing around the neckline. And to complete her look, some statement making diamond jewelry from Charlie Lapson.
Eileen Davidson
And finally, looking just as sparkling and radiant as my 1st all black glittering look, Eileen too looks great in this black Mark Zunino gown with a sweetheart neckline and flowing train. Her fab glam team too deserves some props, Patti Denney with a refreshing beauty look, killer bold red lip, and George Guzman for her low chignon bun.
Lots of great looks from the 2015 Academy of Country Music Awards, especially from the gents! See my full Best Dressed list below!
Kimberly Perry
Kimberly looked ethereal and magical in this off-white Michael Cinco dress with confetti-style beading. To complete the outfit, she added a peach Amanda Pearl clutch, all in all making for a completely radiant look!
Tracy Ripsin
Not sure of the designer details here for Tracy, but she looks perfectly pink in this understated rose pink gown — simply beautiful!
Jana Kramer
Jana looks so gorgeous in this black and white printed Jay Godfrey dress with a deep V-neckline. She accessorized with Leticia Linton baubles.
Her stylist was Lo VonRumpf, and for make-up and hair, Lindsay Doyle.
Nancy O’Dell
This is a great look for Nancy! I love the fit and the gold antique looking sheer details at the shoulder, waist, and arm cuff. It’s brilliant!
Kira Kazantsev
Kira looks smashing in this floral sheer Patricia Bonaldi, Great Gatsby-esqe style gown. Her statement-making jewelry is spot-on, and courtesy of Erickson Beamon. Her white & gold Erin Dana clutch was another perfect accessory choice.
Her smoldering make-up look, complete with a deep burgundy lip, was courtesy of Rouchelle Burdick. For just the right amount of skin coloring, she used B.Bronz sunless tan lotion. And finally, her retro-glam waves were provided by Kirsten Patterson.
Korie Robertson
Korie looks red hot in this fitted bright red gown with metallic shoulder embellishments. Ahhhh, if only I knew the designer details!!
Olivia Culpo
Moving from red hot to white hot is Olivia, donning a fitted Azzedine Alaia gown with a slight mermaid tail. She is pairing with this look a few lovely gold jewelry pieces by Jennifer Fisher. And props to her stylist for an overall A+ look, Jennifer Mazur.
Karen Fairchild
Karen looks spectacular in this red long-sleeved Valentino Couture dress. She is coordinating perfectly with a burgundy Judith Leiber clutch, diamond Rona Pfeiffer earrings, and vintage rings.
Cassadee Pope
Cassadee went fun and flirty with this red and black printed Badgley Mischka dress. She too accessorized well with Vincent Peach earrings, a black Nadia Gabriella clutch, and Sam Edelman black wedges. Glam by Neil Robison and styled by Trish Townsend!
Luke Bryan & Caroline Boyer
Always a dynamic power red carpet couple on my lists! And there is no disappointment here with some shades of blue! I love this royal blue shimmery gown for Caroline; it’s perfection.
Chase Bryant
As I mentioned above, the guys here did very well for this red carpet. Chase looks quite handsome in his all black suit!
Hunter Hayes
Another great looking red carpet guy, Mr. Hayes, sportin’ a charcoal grey suit, sans tie!
Sam Hunt
Sam Hunt too went with a no-tie look, very dapper!
Scotty McCreery
And finally with Scotty, a classy, sporty suit look, navy blue coat just to modernize the feel — great choice!
