Marisa Tomei, in Oscar de la Renta. This is a perfect example of when the link between Hollywood and fashion don't quite connect. What was a good look on the runway in de la Renta's spring show, this doesn't quite work for the Globes. Tomei looks more ready for a New York society event than the red carpet. Also an interesting choice because this was probably the most mature look from de la Renta's collection.
Kristin Scott Thomas, in Lanvin. My love for Alber Elbaz's work at Lanvin is no secret, but this gown does nothing for Thomas. The color washes her out and the potential charm of a slightly wrinkled fabric doesn't photograph well, especially for an event like this.
Kate Beckinsale, in J. Mendel. This is average. The fit, though a bit tight, works for her.
Kate Winselt, in Yves Saint Laurent, with Leonardo DiCaprio. I'm sure this dress looks a lot better in person, but it's not doing it for me. I'm distracted by the puckering on the bust and the awkward peaks of the neckline. I'm rooting for something better come Oscar night.
Jennifer Lopez, in Marchesa. In what had to be the night's sexiest dress, I'm happy to see Lopez in her signature style: low-cut, glamourous, and curve-hugging.
Selma Hayek, in Bottega Veneta. Thomas Maier has been successfully honing his "stealth wealth" mantra at the Italian house, but this dress falls under the fashion radar. Again, another OK dress.
Renée Zellweger, in Carolina Herrera. Where do I begin? Zellweger is typically amazing on the red carpet, but the hair, the sheer blouse, and the fishtail skirt are too much. I enjoy her departure of separates, but this looks more Halloween than Hollywood.
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, in Atelier Versace. As gorgeous as Jolie is, she has the potential to look better than anyone on the red carpet. That's why I am so underwhelmed with this choice. Pitt on the other hand, looks incredibly smart (sans glasses.)
Seal and Heidi Klum, in vintage James Galanos. Nancy Reagan never looked like this! Klum looks like she was the unfortunate prize client in a Project Runway challenge gone wrong. Auf with this look!
Drew Barrymore, in Dior Haute Couture. I love this dress. The lightness of the frock coupled with the old-fashioned appeal makes Barrymore a more interesting kind of sexy. Her heightened Marilyn hair, however, is not so sexy.
Debra Messing, in Vera Wang. Rachel Zoe, I expected better from you! Though the color is flattering on Messing, all that taffeta reminds me of a bridesmaid dress. The gold Judith Leiber clutch is an odd choice with this dress as well. This look is definitely not B-A-N-A-N-A-S.
America Ferrera, in Oscar de la Renta. This dress -- one of the only short of the evening -- cuts Ferrera's body into sections, which never flatters someone with a fuller figure. Also, the "Ugly Betty" star is completely washed out. Had this been a darker, warmer color with less volume and horizontal details, Ferrera would have shined.
Maggie Gllyenhaal, in Lanvin. Being that this was one of my favorite dresses from the spring shows, it's no surprise that I support Gllyenhaal's choice here. She stands apart from the rest in a print, which I strongly applaud. The colors of the dress look great with her hair and skin. However, I must say that I preferred this as a short, unbelted dress on the Lanvin runway.
Cameron Diaz, in Chanel Haute Couture. This is Diaz's second ill-fitting pink frock (she wore Christian Dior to last year's Oscars, which was also paired with metallic silver.) Diaz has perfected the "bed head" look, but it's time to move on. Also a note to Diaz's "people": please steam her dresses before she leaves the house!
Blake Lively, in Nina Ricci. Spotted: a Vogue Best Dresser in a boring and cheap looking dress that's about two sizes too small. Did someone wake up on the wrong side of the fashion bed? By the looks of her hair, I think so. Until the next red carpet... XOXO GG.
Beyoncé Knowles, in Elie Saab Haute Couture. I feel like we've seen this look from her. That said, her body looks phenomenal in the dress - she knows how to accentuate her best assets. Knowles' helmut-hair on the other hand, is not as flattering. I also feel the necklace fights the beauty of the dress.
Amy Adams, in Oscar de la Renta. Classic de la Renta. That's its achievement and its problem. The dress is gorgeous and Adams looks great in it, but we've seen this on almost every red carpet in the last five years.
Anne Hathaway, in Armani Privé. Ever since "The Devil Wears Prada," Hathaway has made wonderful choices on the red carpet, and this is no exception. She has gorgeous pale skin and I love the sharp contrast to the deep color of the dress. Also, her minimal jewelry accent the dress.
Eva Mendes, in Christian Dior. I was expecting Mendes to show up in Calvin Klein, given her close friendship to Francisco Costa. Instead, she went to high glamour in this Dior creation. I think the dress is very womanly and interesting. Also, Mendes is one of the few ladies who wore a necklace and the even fewer to do so correctly.
Eva Longoria Parker, in Reem Acra. Simple. Glamourous. Totally Eva.
Rumer Willis, Reem Acra. The usually fashion-challenged celebrity offspring surprised with this pick. I like the color and the way the belt emphasizes her waist, though I wish the belt didn't have the jewel on it. I am disappointed with how similar it looks to the J. Mendel gown she wore to the Hollywood Domino event last year.
Evan Rachel Wood, in vintage Elie Saab Haute Couture. Probably my favorite dress of the night. The detailing is fabulous and the styling is great, making this all-but-basic-black.
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