Runway Report: 2012 Favorites

Vera Wang

Naeem Khan

Marchesa

Reem Acra

Oscar de la Renta

Valentino

Elie Saab

Right from the Runway: Round 2

One of my favorite things to do when watching a runway show is to imagine the person that would wear it. When I see crazy, flamboyant gowns center stage, I try to imagine how someone would wear that and add a touch of their personality to it. Enjoy Round 2!
Beyonce is not only the queen of glitz and glam, she can wear it too. This Balmain dress is a sure show stopper, but should we expect anything less from her? This diva wows the crowd once again with lots of sparkles and shine! I personally am not a big fan of those earrings but the plum T-strap heels look so much better with the dress than the black and silver ones.
I love wearing a dress all year round. Lucy Lui's version is a summer essential; just add a belt and strappy sandals to the crisp white dress. The runway version looks amazing in the winter with dark sheer tights and black heels. By adding the tights to keep you warm, this dress is a staple to any girl's glamourous wardrobe.
This actual dress I don't like very much, however I like the ideas that both the model and Rihanna have given me. The Zac Posen dress on the runway has insane jewelry so the other accessories (i.e. shoes) are cute and simple. Rihanna chose bold gloves and shoes for her dress so the other accessories (i.e. jewelery, clutch) are understated as to not take away from the key proponents of her outfit.
This is one of my favorite gowns of that season. January Jones (isn't that a pretty name?) was a Greek goddess in her flowing gown with shimmery gold details. The runway dress is a little bit shorter and I think I like that better because I like her shoes so much! Lol The gold cuffs are magnificent! I am going to have to try wearing a bold bracelet on each wrist because I love this so much!

The first time I saw this dress I thought it was a little boring. Upon closer inspection, I saw that the details were incredible! The fine beading is super pretty and suites the traditional lbd well. I have been completely obsessed with Balmain's shoes ever since the first day I saw them, so the runway dress scores more points with me. However, Anne has a diamond bracelet so of course I like that too! :)

Right from the Runway

I love when celebs put their own twist on a runway piece. I always find it fascinating how the same dress can look totally differently depending on the accessories. And the competitors are...
Natalie Portman
I didn't really like this dress so much when I saw it on Natalie because I felt like the ruffles were falling flat and the dark purse stuck out too much against the bold red. The dress seems much more full and voluminous on the model. Plus, her deep chocolate skintone is absolute perfection for this ruby shade.

Jennifer Lopez

I love this dress so much! The one shoulder trend works on everyone. My favorite part of the dress is definitely the thick beaded neckline. So simple yet bold! I've got to say, I believe that J.Lo takes the cake for this one because of the stunning chunky necklace she chose. I am a sucker for costume jewelry! :)

Katie Holmes

This one was a tough call. I prefer Katie's color shoes over the model's but I am in love with the model's deep cranberry lip. I'm not sure if it is the lighting but the model's dress seems more gold than Katie's.

Nicole Richie

This dress is one of my favorite maxi dresses that Nicole has worn. I think Nicole's loose waves are much cuter than the tight bun. Being the accessory fanatic that I am, Nicole is the winner for me because of her matching gold bangles and sweet clutch.

Sarah Jessica Parker

This Balmain number didn't hit a high note with the press. I, however, think it is amazing! I'm not sure if the tights would be my choice, I think the model looks more chic. I don't like SJP's pointed silver heels because I think they are too shiny and compete with the dress. I love the chunky heels of the model because they contrast the delicate beading.