The 66th Annual Golden Globe Awards - The lovely Kate Winslet was the big winner of the evening, carrying off two awards (Best Actress & Best Supporting Actress) and also winning my personal "classy lady" prize. It's about time she is recognized for her acting achievements - here's to the Oscars! :)
Well, there were lots of great evening wear trends floating about on Sunday evening! I'll cover some of the big ones...
- Strapless gown continue to be the standard (much to my dislike - they're hard to wear successfully) although I saw loads of asymmetrical one-strap gowns, which I am really liking. They offer endless style and decorative possibilities and are generally much more modest (they don't need to be pulled up all evening long!). I really hope these stick around.
- For the most part, gowns stayed floor length, with long, sweeping hems. I love that classic elegance. The "mermaid" or "fishtail" style continues to be popular, with many gowns hugging the top of the legs and then flaring dramatically at the knees. Also, there were some puffy "princess" dresses, with a cinched waist and then a full, sweeping skirt.
- Speaking of "cinched" - small, skinny belts were definitely "in" and I saw loads of them. They add waistline definition and interest to any look. Also, ruffles were a big part of the evening; many women sported some lovely styles that seemed to draw inspiration from the bustles of the 1880s!
- Vintage-inspired gowns were definitely popular - and there were a couple of lovely "1950s prom queens" parading about. I love this trend and all the fun little details that come along with it. And the "goddess gown" continued to prevail, with lots of sheer, fluttering chiffon and complex draping.
- As far as colors went, there were a lot of pale, muted shades. Soft pinks, greens and a weird, neutral grey-pink color that I positively hate (lol) dominated. As well as the bouquet of pastels, there were some great bold shades - especially royal blue, which I saw on at least four stars.
- For jewelry, most actress kept it down to either a necklace or a set of earrings. Both were big, bold and full of sparkle (lots of the earrings actually reminded me of costume-y studs from the 80s :P). I saw some stunning "collar" necklaces and lots and lots of diamonds...
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The Best Dressed (IMHO):
Anne Hathaway
This regal beauty looked fantastic in this stunning royal blue creation, which offsets her dark hair and fair skin so beautifully. The bodice is embroidered with crystals and has the appearance of feathers cascading down into a swirling skirt of lightweight fabric (chiffon? organza?). Definitely got some real "princess power" going here...
January Jones
I just adore the old-time Hollywood glamour she evokes! The shade of blue is just perfect for her (what would you call this color - electric?) and brings out her eyes. I like the neat fabric enhancements - very unusual, but they work so well. And she's got pockets hidden inside - how clever! It's also great to see a nicely fitted dress that doesn't look like it will split when she sits down. :) Her golden curls (Ala Veronica Lake) finish her look off perfectly.
Amanda Seyfried
This girl is special to me, due to her name, and it was lovely to see her decked out so sweet and classy. The gown seems very age-appropriate and the draping is quite nice. The shoulder strap has a unique touch and her jewelry and hair suit perfectly. Unfortunately, it's that color I hate, but I'll forgive that one little error. ;)
Kate Winslet
Not just the big winner on Sunday evening, she got my applause the moment she stepped onto the red carpet. Sticking with a time-tested classic style, she brings some surprises of her own. What appears to be a simple black strapless formal is actually a wrap-dress (probably faux, which is why it stays together ;), cinched with a pretty diamond-studded belt and crossing at the bodice in a very unusual neckline shape. My opinion? It rocks. :)
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For me, the big disappointments of the evening were focused on two women. Amy Adams borrowed the Wicked Witch of the West's prom gown, and Renee Zellweger either didn't think through her outfit well enough, or forgot a crucial piece of clothing. Oh well...
As far as bad fashion goes; Cameron Diaz looked like she jumped out of bed and threw on a wrinkled sack; Jennifer Lopez seriously needed a towel to wrap around herself; and Drew Barrymore must have come through a thunder storm, which would account for the state and color of her gown, along with her hair. ;)
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Well, this was loads of fun and I hope to do it again in the future (although an Oscar report will probably be late, due to Rebekah's wedding!). For your further enjoyment, I wrote up a lighthearted "commentary" on Sunday evening, while the awards were taking place. Check it out and get a chuckle! ;)
DISCLAIMER: I do not endorse or recommend the Golden Globe Awards. Just attempting to cover the "good" fashion of the event. ;)
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