Watch This: Elie Saab Pre-Fall Collection Short Film, “Balade A Paris”

Kristin Booker — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 16:43:06 +0000

When you think red carpet glamour and a world filled with exquisite things, a name comes to mind: Elie Saab. The incredible Lebanese, self-taught designer has created exquisite creations for a multitude of well-heeled, well-dressed socialites and jetsetters, including Hollywood notables such as Jessica Chastain, Zoe Saldana, Emily Blunt, Emma Stone and Cameron Diaz. For his pre-fall collection this season, the designer’s team created a gorgeous short film to highlight his exquisite works. Entitled “Balade a Paris,” it’s a journey through the beloved city and the lifestyle of a woman who enjoys the beauty of Saab’s incredible wares.

It is breathtaking and a beautiful escape into this fantastic world with incredible views of the designer’s craftsmanship. Take a brief moment and watch to see what I mean.

Award Show Fashion: Best Dressed Stars From The 63rd Primetime Emmys Red Carpet

Kristin Booker — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 13:39:21 +0000

Last night’s 63rd Annual Primetime Emmys broadcast kept up all enthralled with humor, a seemingly endless number of musical numbers and a grand sweep for the comedy. The only thing more surprising than Charlie Sheen making an articulate (yet awkward) appearance on stage was the lack of amazing dresses on the red carpet. But a few amazing trends and the ladies who wore them stood out as extraordinary. Let’s make note of those who did it right:

Photo: Getty images. Image courtesy of Elle.com

Red on the Red Carpet - a great number of TV’s finest decided to make red their signature color last night and it worked. Best in show: Nina Dobrev in a gorgeous Donna Karan gown with origami-esque gathering along the voluminous hem. Kate Winslet comes in at a close second in Elie Saab and honorable mentions goes to bombshell Sofia Vergara in Vera Wang and Lea Michele in Marchesa.

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True Blues – Shades of blue made for a truly gorgeous red carpet statement. I thought Dianna Agron looked amazing in red carpet newcomer Roksana Illincic’s fishtail gown. Colbie Smulders comes in a close second in aquamarine Alberta Ferretti and Minka Kelly also looked amazing in a deep sapphire-hued Diorgown.

[/caption]Black on Black – A good number of ladies were back in black to much applause. My favorites in this category were Evan Rachel Wood and Emily Blunt, both in Elie Saab (who wins for Most Best Dressed By One Designer.)

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Running a close second would be Julie Bowen in Oscar de la Renta and an honorable mention would have to go to Gretchen Mol in L’Wrenn Scott.

Photo: Getty images. Image courtesy of Elle.com

All That Glitters – You know I love a sequin and I adore a bead and my beloved embellishments made their way back to the red carpet in style. I would like to finally acknowledge my beloved Christina Hendricks with FIRST PLACE for her Johanna Johnson gown as the best dressed in this category and one of the best dressed of the night. She’s followed closely by Maria Bello in Kaufmanfranco and Cat Deeley in Monique Lhuillier.

Photo: Getty images. Image courtesy of Elle.com

But the overall winner for me (with no apparent trend, really) would be SNL’s Kristen Wiig in Zac Posen. She killed it in this gown, paired with Fred Leighton bangles.

Ok, so let’s hear it. Agree with my picks? Disagree? Let’s chat! Comment below!

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Watch This: Elie Saab Pre-Fall Collection Short Film, “Balade A Paris”

Award Show Fashion: Best Dressed Stars From The 63rd Primetime Emmys Red Carpet