Monday, January 13, 2014

Fashion Lessons Learned


Golden Globe 2014 Edition




Positively yours,

















Paula Chamblin Aulino
Associate ASID

And the Award Goes To...

Positively Chic on the Red Carpet

Last night, Hollywood kicked off the 2014 award season with the Golden Globe Awards.  So what does that mean to you and me?  In a word:  FASHION.

The stars were out and shining.  They did not disappoint.  We were seeing red and a spectrum of vibrant colors to the not-so-basic black.  White was hot as were metallic tones.

Seeing Red

There was no blending in to the red carpet for these standout stars.  Best in red?  Lupita Nyong'o.  Period.  Wow!  Did I mention the dress was by Ralph Lauren?  Oh yeah.

Photos:  People Magazine

Color My World

From the vibrant yellow of Lena Dunham to the fabulous teal of Reese Witherspoon, whether you are a fan of the star, their style or of award shows in general, it was a visual feast for the eyes to see such vibrant color on the red carpet.  Beautiful ladies!

Sandra Bullock
Photo:  People Magazine
Reese Witherspoon
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Caitlin Fitzgerald
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Kristin Chenoweth
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Not so Basic BLACK

Sofia Vergara
Photo:  People Magazine
Wow!  As much as je t'aime color, these beauties were simply stunning in black gowns.  We all know black is the most flattering color on all body types.  It just works.  Styles can range from the simple and classically cut (cue in Emma Roberts) to the complex but not overworked (cue in Cate Blanchett).

Sofia Vergara epitomizes what I consider my personal style mantra:

 A classic, well cut dress with statement jewelry is always elegant.  

Sofia could even wear this gown again (collective gasp) with different accessories, hair and makeup.

Beautiful, Sofia!  (NOTE:  A woman can never get tired of hearing that.)








Cate Blanchett
Photo:  People Magazine


Another beautiful silhouette on Juliana Margulies.  The deep V neckline is sexy without being over the top.  No necklace is key to not giving this the center of attention.  Perfect earring and bracelet.  The "coral" embroidery in metallic gold is stunning.  The up do is elegant.









White HOT

Then there were the stars who got white just right.  Namely, Margot Robbie in Gucci.  White, accented by metallic and emerald green.  Sleek, modern, perfect.  Well done!

Photo:  People Magazine



Kate Beckinsale
Photo:  People Magazine

Liquid Metal

Metallics take dressing up to the next level.  You stand out.  You shine.  Don't just think gold and silver ladies.  Look at the beautiful and pregnant Olivia Wilde in her emerald green metallic.  Stunning.

These stars were shining brightly in their metallics:  Kate Beckinsale (at right), Naomi Watts and Robin Wright.













Positively Chic Fashion Award Winners

Best Dressed of the Evening

Drum roll please….Michelle Dockery.  Classic "Old Hollywood" at its best.  I loved the very flattering hi-low hemline that hits just at the thinnest part of the leg to be oh so flattering.  Her hair, makeup and accessories were perfectly elegant.  

Photo:  People Magazine


Least Favorite of the Evening
If there's a "favorite" or a "best dressed," does there have to be a "least favorite"?  No, but I'll tell you my opinion anyway.  I think Paula Patton is a beauty (at a minimum, she has a FABULOUS first name -- ha!), but I did not like her choice of gowns.  Too much embellishment.  It took over her small frame.  White, but not just right.

Photo:  People Magazine

Risky Business

The most successful fashion risk taker of the evening?  She's young.  She's had the career of a lifetime before the age of 21.  She can take a risk.  I loved Emma Watson's cool take on a gown.  The sleek cropped pencil slacks underneath the open back tunic styled gown looked young and edgy, but still polished.  Her sleek hair, smokey eye makeup and minimal accessories complemented the ensemble.  Her confidence was also a great accessory!  The risk paid off in my opinion.  

Photo:  People Magazine


Biggest Fashion Lesson Learned

The hi-lo hemline is very flattering.  It's formal without being fussy.  Note to self:  Must find a great dress with a hi-lo hemline for next formal soiree.


I simply can't wait to see the fashions of this award season!  Stay tuned…




Positively yours,

















Paula Chamblin Aulino
Associate ASID