Best and Worst Dressed at the Emmys 2013

he Emmy awards represent the most important night for the television industry, and last night was no exception. The creme de la creme of the small screen turned out in Los Angeles for the 65th ceremony, where the notable Breaking Bad won Best Drama. Let's take a quick look at the red carpet action. 

 

Best Dressed
 

Rose Byrne

Bridesmaids actress  Rose Byrne looked fabulous in this pale pink Calvin Klein creation. With her newly bleached blonde hair and sophisticated midriff cut-out, she looked super hot. 

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Sofia Vergara

WOW. How amazing does Sofia look in Vera Wang? Capturing her curvaceous figure in deep red, theModern Family star might have been wearing the same shade as the carpet she was standing on, but she certainly didn't blend in. Finishing her look off with loose curls and some chunky moss green earrings gave her a classic Hollywood image. Blown away. 

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Cat Deeley

Despite Cat Deeley looking ever so slightly out of it at the Emmys after party, I LOVE her black velvet midi dress, with chunky black and gold clutch. 

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Tina Fey 

Oh hey Tina Fey! this Narciso Rodrigue piece accentuates the actress' curves perfectly and I love that she went for striking colbalt. I thought her hair could have been improved with pin curls but thumbs up Miss Fey! 

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Vera Farmiga

Elegant is not the word. Vera Farmiga blew me away last night with this floor length sheer and velvet gown with grill-metallic chunky belt. She finishes off her vampish look with a punk quiff, but keeps it super feminine with light make-up. Perfect. 

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Leslie Mann

The timeless Leslie Mann kept to trend in this monchrome creation. Simple and chic, she can do no wrong!

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Lena Headey

Although I am slightly fussy when it comes to sheer pieces, this one worn by Lena Headey caught my eye. I love that the print is an unconventional snakeskin and that the split although high, was subtle. 

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Kelly Osbourne

Red was definitely a colour that shone last night and I loved the cut of Kelly Osbourne's rouge Grecian gown. Embellished shoulders, a mini clutch and V neckline finish off her look perfectly. 

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Kate Mara

American Horror Story star Kate Mara looks fabulous in white. Sheer panelling with a crotchet print, gelled back hair and some part-transparent wedges make for a super chic look. 

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Worst Dressed
 

Lena Dunham

Oh wow. I'm wishing I bought this dress for Benicassim, because it's definitely bigger than the TENT I stayed in. This awful creation has an inconsistent floral print that had the potential to be beautiful, but was thwarted by the terrible cut, length and the harsh black-lined finish. 

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Zooey Deschanel 

I was really disappointed to see the usually quirky actress Zooey Deschanel in this putrid light blue piece with a bizarre ruffle collection at waist. Eww

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Zosia Mamet

Looks like those Girls stars need to switch up their stylists fast. Tie dye is very much suited to t-shirts Zosia and what is this leather half-bra contraption to the front of the piece?! I am baffled. 

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Heidi Klum

High collars are definitely a thing this season, but sequins and shoulder cut-outs really aren't. Klum's figure looks wonderful, but her collar looks as if it's the only thing holding her head to her body. Bizarre. 

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Emily Deschanel

Drab central at the Deschanel household as Zooey's sister also opts for an inspid shade. The lace is extremely cheap looking, the one shoulder look is very much dead Emily, sorry. 

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Anna Faris

OH EMM GEEE my eyes hurt. There is yellow, and there is this. Words escape me as to how bad this really is. At least her bleached peroxide hair looks good right? oh wait... 

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Amy Poehler

Poehler may think she is a bit of a comedian, but there really is nothing remarkable or funny about her outfit. Perhaps she just wanted to avoid being made fun out of, so decided to cover up? Boring boring boring. Oh, and your jokes are old. 

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Allison Williams

Allison Williams' dress belongs in my worst dressed section due to the fact that her dress simply looks unfinished. The cut is too basic, her hair and accessories are unremarkable and I was genuinely underwhelmed. Sorry Allison! 

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Celebrities We Really Don't Care About Anymore..

Ahh celebrities. They can be role models, campaigners, money makers and talent showcasers. But they can also become attention seekers,limelight-hoggers and  general irritations to society extremely quickly. All of the celebrities below have, at one point or other, held a spot of admiration in our hearts, but their recent behaviour has banished them onto the 'I-couldn't-care-less list'. 

Miley Cyrus

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(above: MC makes out with an over-sized baby.. classy)

Need I really go any further in my campaign of 'why we shouldn't care what Miley Cyrus is doing?!'. Her stripping antics are now extremely old, and we all know her behaviour is an  inappropriate example to her young fans. In a bizarre twist, Cyrus spoke with comedian Alan Carr on his chat show this week about being inspired by Britney Spears'  'Slave 4 U' video. I'm not sure about you, but I must have missed the foam finger, hammer licking and full frontal nudity in Brit's video. Sorry Miley but we are tired of you now, there really is no excuse. 

Professor Green and Millie Mackintosh

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(above: oh so painfully boring.)

Separately, this pair were half acceptable. Professor Green a slightly successful rapper with a decent first album. Millie Mackintosh a socialite and make-up artist who starred in Made In Chelsea. Together they make up the most irritating Z list couple. The rapper often makes us endure Twitter rants over invasion of privacy resulting in tirades of sexist and extremely offensive messages to followers. His now wife bores us with endless Instagram photos of her skinny legs or her dogs in clothes. YAWN. 

Justin Bieber

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(above: JB calls THAT a beard apparently)

At the beginning of the year, I think it's fair to say all of us were a little bit sick of hearing about the Bieb's antics while he was on tour. Late arrivals to shows, being topless in arctic temperatures, club rejections and drug links were all in a a day's work for the teen singer. The icying on top of the teeny bopper cake occurred when it was claimed he spat at fans from his Toronto apartment balcony back in July. Although he denied it, pictures of the star were captured by TMZ. These days, the Canadian popstar doesn't have anything particularly worthwhile to do, other than grow what I can only describe as bumfluff. Nice one Biebs, but no-one cares. 

Helen Flanagan 

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Cleavage central as Helen Flanagan posts photo number 32432846328 of herself on Instagram. Miss Flanagan, you might have starred in Coronation Street for a while, and spent a fleeting time in the Australian jungle for a reality television series, but we are a little sick of your unintelligent comments, insensitive posing with weapons and tweeting about being alone, causing yourself to be burgled.

Beyonce

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(above: another no make-up selfie where Bey looks flawless. UGH) 

As much as I love Beyonce, I feel like I have been waiting FOREVER for a glimmer of new music. Whilst playing Glastonbury, the megastar was booed for arriving late, and refusing to be filmed. The Single Ladies singer also stepped out in a bob, prompting thousands of women to cut off their barnets just in time for Mrs Carter to stick extensions in days later. She may be a lovely lady, but we need some new music now Bey. Gaga and Katy Perry look set to steal your limelight with their comebacks (at last). 

Best and Worst Dressed at the Toronto Film Festival 2013

The Toronto Film Festival or TIFF, held annually in September has drawn a lot of attention this year for it's admirable displays of fashion. Here is my pick of the best and worst dressed A-list bunch. 

 

Best Dressed

Keira Knightley

English rose Keira Knightley stunned in two ways at the Toronto Film Festival this week. She demonstrated her amazing vocal skills in new film Can A Song Save Your Life and she also stepped onto the red carpet in this enchanting piece. I love the rush of purple in this complimenting midi dress and the intricate detail is stunning. 

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Kristen Wiig 

The beautiful Kristen Wiig had my favourite outfit of the bunch as she embraced the monochrome in this intricate black cut-out shirt and Aztec print shorts. Her simple black heels and messy updo complete the outfit perfectly, and she looks so comfy- bonus!

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Julia Roberts

How CUTE is Julia Roberts in Dolce and Gabbana? I love the subtle baroque-style print on the dress and the sleeves look relaxed. Nude heels and a wonderfully loose up do (like Wiig's ) is definitely popular right now. 

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Felicity Jones 

Chic is not the word. Felicity Jones embodies the word sophisticated in this midnight blue Dior gown. Sleeked back hair with classical charcoal make-up compliment her face and I love her skinny stilettos. Effortless. 

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Marion Cotillard

Miss Cotillard always looks amazing as she demonstrated in Cannes earlier this year and despite a majority of her outfits being on the plain side, I thought this robe-esque piece looked sleek. My favourite element of this outfit however are her shoes. Who knew dogstooth and peachy shades went together? I love how off set the straps are too. Go girl. 

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Emilia Clarke 

WOWZA. This dress oozes summer. How fruity does Emilia Clarke look in this  off-shoulder mustard frock with slight v-plunge? Her dramatic lip colour is breath-taking and slicking that hair back means that nothing detracts from that wonderful dress. 

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Saoirse Ronan

I actually loved the visuals that Ronan's dress provided on the red carpet and I definitely think she has nailed a more gothic look with the deep and light purple with a plum matte lip colour. Although I am not a fan of the nude panel on her shoes, I think the outfit is highly unusual and I applaud her for stepping out of the box! 

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Worst Dressed

Juliette Lewis

NO no no! This Wes Gordan disaster does nothing for actress and singer Juliette Lewis. It is too tight around the tummy and she looks incredibly uncomfortable. 

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Jessica Chastain

Although I think Jessica Chastain is a fabulous actress, she needs to get a different stylist. Her choice of colours are bizarre against her complection and this baby blue with lace trimmings is no different.  Perhaps opt for a more striking as oppose to inspid colour next time? 

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Daniel Radcliffe

Lordy. What have we here? a disaster if I ever saw one. It seems Daniel Radcliffe's checked shirt has inner checks making it extremely busy, and rolling up the sleeves makes his look far too casual. Whoever told this boy that electric blue trousers are acceptable, needs to be told otherwise. My eyes hurt. 

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Naomie Harris

Sometimes a gown looks more endearing when it is rough around the edges, but Naomie's looks as if a dog has been hacking at it for some time now. Her lip and nail colour may be bang on, but this dress is a no go. 

                   

 

Elizabeth Olsen 

Saved the worst for last here as it seems Elizabeth olsen opted for a 60s carpet look. I'm pretty sure there is a slim figure hiding underneath all that material, but the shapelessness of the dress gives nothing away. Awful colour, awful structure, awful piece 

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Best and Worst Dressed at the GQ Awards 2013

Last night made way for the 2013 GQ Awards in London with all manner of celebrity folk turning out to celebrate this year's talented musicians,comedians, fashion icons and TV personalities. From  Michael Douglas to Tom Ford, the array of stars meant a wonderful variety of fashion. Here is my summary of the best and worst dressed of the night. 

Best Dressed

 

Emma Watson

I love it when stars go edgy, and it seems Emma Watson went all Kristen Stewart on us and opted for a Balenciaga piece. The monochrome is bang on trend and I love how effective her minimal make-up is. She is definitely a natural beauty,love her. 

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Suki Waterhouse

Metallics are timeless as Bradley Cooper's girlfriend Suki Waterhouse demonstrated last night. The deep V plunge neckline made way for a striking silver belt and the floor-length cut makes it super sophisticated. Thumbs up!

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Eddie Redmayne

Tartan is well and truly in this season and I was very excited when I saw Eddie Redmayne with this striking suit. Dapper is not the word! I also love the subtle checks of his skinny tie. 

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Rita Ora

Etro might be a lesser known label, but it definitely knows how to stand out on the red carpet. Rita Ora's floor length cut-out gown in yellow and jet looked fabulous on her, and I love how mesmerising the piece is. Stick on some spiral earrings and BAM, best look of the night. 

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Daisy Lowe

Wowzas, Daisy Lowe opted for some sexy Saint Laurent last night- a dress which didn't leave much to the imagination. Even though I think deep V's and side splits should be an either/or option, I loved the sheer sleeves, the way the gown complimented her complection and her brilliant use of reds in her rouge, shoes and nail polish.

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Douglas Booth

I love a bit of velvet and was thrilled to see some navy on the red carpet last night. Douglas Booth looks suitably handsome and I am looking forward to seeing him play Romeo in the upcoming Shakespeare movie. Lose that facial hair though...

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Jourdan Dunn

Woahh last night was definitely the night of plunging necklines as British model Jourdan Dunn dazzled in this cream embellished dress. Although the piece shows slightly too much chest for me, I love the long sleeves and the intricate design as well as her swept back hair- bang on trend. 

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Worst Dressed:

Alexa Chung

Someone clearly likes to wrap themselves in tin foil: Alexa Chung made a wrong move in this Carven piece which looks like it needs a good iron. Loving the rouge and Chanel clutch though. 

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Pixie Lott

No no no! I am really not a fan of Pixie Lott's pink and cream dress with rose netting. Her '60s quiff has been done too many times before i'm afraid. 

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Rosie Huntington-Whiteley

One word: boring. This white PVC Versace dress is just too simple. I know you are on a break from Jason Stratham, but can't you at least make a little bit of effort. Meowww

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Miles Kane

The shade of cream really doesn't sit well with me, so seeing Miles Kane kitted out in this god-awful suit gave me the shivers. Take it offfff

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Ellie Goulding

A double whammy of frightful frocks here for Ellie Goulding as she seemed to take a fashion swerve from her usual sophisticated and striking looks. The feather piece on the left is especially awful. Pass me the sick bag. 

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Helen Lasichanh

Pharell William's wife might have embraced the monochrome look, but the bizarre crepe paper-inspired embellishments do nothing to the piece, I do love her over sized necklace though. 

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Sophie Dahl

D&G failed with this piece which has lace overkill written all over it. In what universe does a leopard skin clutch go with this outfit? Go home Sophie. 

              

My Weird Celebrity Crushes

In the pristine world of Hollywood, it's pretty hard to find too many flaws in those celebrity folk we see on our screens almost every day. But there are a few (mostly male) exceptions to the rule who although talented in their professions, lack those chiselled  features and drop dead frankly swoon-worthy appearances. Nevertheless, everyone has their weird celebrity crushes, and here are mine. Feel free to embarrass yourself by telling me yours below. I'm all ears. 

Simon Pegg

Cringing AND swooning at the same time is very hard, but I have to say Simon Pegg made my list of weird celebrity crushes for this reason, especially for his role in Hot Fuzz. His fence hopping ability is faultless and his dry humour is something I love. 

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Jonah Hill

*covers face* YEAH that's right, Jonah Hill, the actor who played Seth in Superbad. I want to be specific here- I crush on him when he isn't a complete whale. He has an awful habit of yo-yoing with his weight which is a tad unattractive, but he has to be the funniest man in comedy at the moment. LOVE HIM. 

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Matt Smith

I guess if you are trying to be nice, you would say Matt Smith's aura is of a quirky vibe, but in all honesty he is plain weird looking. His goofy but intelligent role in Doctor Who totally charmed me though, and that's why he makes it onto my list. Who doesn't love a guy in a dickie bow?

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Micheal Cera

Ahhh CRINGE. Just when you thought this list couldn't get any worse, another member of the Superbad cast pops up. Yeah I do like a bit of awkwardness and Cera has a tonne full of that reserved for his roles. He is a geekish caricature personified, but his hilariousness means you can (kind of) ignore his weird looks. 

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Shia LaBeouf

The last gentleman on my list is Even Stevens star Shia LaBeouf who made his career starring in Transformers. His clumsy nature is pretty irritating but the fact that he has a cool car is a redeemable feature I suppose. His facial feature often goes WAY too far sometimes. UGH. 

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