Best Dressed: Critic's Choice Awards 2011

The 10th annual Critics Choice Movie Awards happened last week. And I was surprised at the high caliber of style that emerged in this prestigious award ceremony. This is my best dressed post for this event with the ladies listed in no particular order. Who is your favorite?

Mandy Moore shines in a plum Monique Lhuillier gown [left] and Eva Mendes stuns in a lace Valentino mini [right].

Emma Stone in Balenciaga [left] and Natalie Portman in a Gianfranco Ferre gown, Stella McCartney heels, and Dior clutch [right].

Elle Fanning looked adorable in Valentino [left] Emily Blunt in Azzaro gown [right].

Michelle Williams in an asymmetrical white embellished gown [left] and Mila Kunis in a Nina Ricci LBD [right].

All of them look stunning. I hope that your weekend is going great. I'm ready to enjoy my three-day weekend--until I have to start writing my English essays on Monday. Oh, English. You'll be the death of me.

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Should You Go See Tangled?

The answer to that question is, Yes! I went to see it and I thought it was adorable. It is no Lion King or Beauty and the Beast but it is an enjoyable way to spend a Friday afternoon. And if you don't see it now you might have to wait an incredibly long time to get your Disney Princess fix in theaters. Edwin Catmull, president of Walt Disney Animation Studios, said that the studio was going to explore other stories in the foreseeable future before they create another Princess film.

And not only does this movie have kick-butt music, dancing, and characters. But Mandy Moore, voice of the long-haired Rapunzel, is as stylish as they come. I named her as one of the best dressed at the 2010 American Music Awards. But Mandy has brilliant style on and off the red carpet. But don't take my word for it. See for yourself.

Mandy Moore in a simple black dress [left] and a grey top, black cardigan, and jeans [right].

Mandy looks great in black. Simple. Sleek. And a huge leap from the blonde sugar pop girl she used to be. Love the delicate lace sleeves on her dress. And those shoes. Are to die! The heels is just high enough and I want them for my closet. Then she goes casual with a tee and jeans. Boots are the comfy shoes of autumn/winter. Kind of like how flats are slippers are for summer.

 Mandy Moore in a tiger-print golden dress [left] and 3.1 Phillip Lim [right].

The gold mini with its unexpected print is just stunning. The beautiful neckline also adds interest to an impeccably styled look. She paired everything with classic black Louboutins and a simple blazers. Blazers are truly a girl's best friend. They go with everything. At the complete opposite end Mandy decided to wear a Grecian one-shoulder gown. Her hair is soft and totally compliments her delicate outfit.

I really recommend you watch Tangled. Especially if you've already seen The Deathly Hallows twice [or seven times]. Or if you have little ones [brothers, sisters, daughters, sons] they'll enjoy it. Flynn [the prince charming of this film] has a larger role to attract the interest of little boys and has a secret. Gasp! So I'll talk to you guys later. Bye! :)

2010 AMA: Best Dressed

The AMA's aired Sunday night on ABC. Justin Beiber was the big music winner of the night but let's be honest. The fashion is what everyone is talking about. And in that arena women of music and non-music backgrounds shimmered and shined in the spotlight.

Miley Cyrus in Marchesa [left] and Jessica Alba in Cushnie Ochs [right].

In this hand-painted Marchesa creation--with an extended train--Miley is looking grown up and beautiful. The white color contrast stunningly with her slightly tanned skin and newly dyed blonde-ish hair. Miley chose to accesorize the look with sparkly silver shoes, silver bangles, and bold red nails.

Jessica looks simple and stunning in this structure one-shoulder look. She doesn't intend to steal attention away from nominees [she presented Favorite Female Country Artist to the straigth-haired Taylor Swift] but with her effortless style Jessica steals manages to shine on the red carpet.

Fergie in Falguni and Shane [left] and Mandy Moore in Matthew Williamson [right].

Fergie stuns in a super short blue and black peacock inspired look. The strong shoulders with feathers are so chic. She pushes the limits without making her outfit look too costume-y. Nice choice Fergie. :)

Mandy Moore sparkles in this fun, young mini-dress. Her new animated-feature, Tangled, is coming out Thanksgiving weekend and I know that I'm interested, how did Disney continue on in the iconic Disney Princesses? She looks so confident--and that is key when picking out a dress.

Whitney Port in a Rafael Cennamo [left] and Heidi Klum in a sheer lace dress [right].

Whitney, sporting a darker hair-color than we're used to, shines in this Greccian inspired dress. The berry-white color and simple brown shoes are effortless. There si no doubt that Whitney looks stunning.

Ms. Klum stunned viewers with her simple lace gown. In a dress that could've easily looked like a woman in mourning, Heidi manages to look young and fashion-forward. Her dangling ball earrings bring attention to her strong bone structure and beaming style. Seal is one lucky man.

Taylor Swift in Collette Dinnigan [left] and Katy Perry in Badgley Mischka [right].

Taylor relies on her usual sparkly, girly style. But something that isn't the norm is Taylor Swift's sleek straight hair and blunt bangs. No one else grabs this amount of attention with a simple straightener. Katy takes a more subtle approach than what we're used to. No flashes lights. No blue hair. Just a subtle rose. Beautiful.

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The highlight of the show for me was the NKOTB and BSB performance. I was a huge fan of the BSB when I was little. It was nice to see them perform again. Oh, did you like Taylor with her straight hair? Comment below!