2011 Golden Globes: Lots of smart stylists and some that should be shot.

My favorite part of an awards show is the pre-awards show red carpet arrivals, and I think it's the celebrities' favorite part too. Having a team of hair and makeup primp you for 6 hours, starving yourself for the day, and then pouring yourself into a pair of Spanx is a lot of work.  I would want an applause after all that too!  Here are my picks for best, worst, and something in between.

BEST (Top 5, in no particular order b/c I'm too indecisive)

Amber Riley from Glee. Plus size? Try Plus Style! She looked so happy and fabulous. It's high time they make beautiful dresses for plus sized ladies.  It's like if someone is above a size 6 they throw a tent over them or get some overly spandexed dress causing them to look like 10 pounds of sugar in a 5 pound sack!  No sacks here though!  Bravo to her stylist,  her angelic voice, and winning look.

Eva Longoria from Desperate Housewives.  Although I think her TV show is tired and annoying, there is no desperation in this look.  Her dress fits her like a glove and is the epitome of classic hollywood glam!   Apparently, a divorce does a body good for Eva.  I can't say the same for Scarlett Johansson, but we'll get to that later.

Angelina Jolie from Brad Pitt's affair, I mean The Tourist.  I am a loyal member of Team Anniston but I can't deny a great dress.  This color is not only beautiful it's also fitting b/c she must be green with envy about all the spare time Jennifer has since she doesn't have to care for a village of children.  The dress is amazing...she could be the spokeswoman for the Emerald City.  She'd love it with all those munchkins until she realized they aren't small children. Although, I guess having adult members for the Lollipop Guild is a little confusing. Okay, cattiness aside, I'm glad she steered away from her usual black and gave life to this gorgeous dress.

Amy Adams from The Fighter.  Since she had quite the sailor mouth in the movie, I have to say "Amy looks f*cking fantastic!" I should hate her since she recently had a baby, but this girl is just too lovable! That navy is the perfect marrige for her skin tone and hair color.  No need for fighting here. This look is a 'peace' of stunning syle!

Sofia Vergara from Modern Family.  You may not be able to understand every word that comes out of her mouth, but this look needs no translation.  It's red hot in every language!  I wonder if Cam and Mitchell helped her pick out this gem:-)  Mucho caliente, mamasita!

   
WORST (In no particular order b/c they are all just bad)

Michelle Williams from Blue Valentine.  Well now we know why her valentine was so blue. This dress looks like it was sponsored by Daisy razors. It looks like her daughter used some stickers she had around the house and had a craft hour with this dress. To make matters worse, it doesn't even fit right. Her boobs look droopy and gives her no shape.  I hope her valentine came with some chocolates b/c she's going to need them after hearing what people say about this tragedy.
 

Scarlett Johansson, or as I like to call her Ryan Reynolds' Ex!!! Woohoo! Sorry, I just really love him.  People were raving about this dress and I'm assuming they are just being sympathetic and kind since she is going through a divorce because I think this look is yuck.  She looks like she went through Loretta Lynn's closet from the 1987 Country Music Awards.  She can use these butterfly sleeves and fly back to wherever that frock came from.  Oh, and the hair? Did she run out of time, spray her hair, and then hold her head out of the car window? She looks like the Bride of Frankenstein.  Sorry, ScarJo. This is no way to get Ryan back.

Sandra Bullock, or Ryan Reynolds' possible new flame.  I don't know if it's because she's a new mother and didn't have time for a full trim on the bangs or what but her hair looks a little severe.  Is she trying to save money on sunglasses by growing her bangs too long? Is it the curse of Ryan?  The dress isn't a bad dress but it does nothing for her body.  I think it would look better on someone with a little more curves.  I know some might not think she should be on the worst dressed but I'm putting her on here out of disappointment.  I know she can do better. Period!

Leighton Meester from Country Strong and Gossip Girl.  I guess she was out of paper towels and had to use her dress to do some dusting and then remembered she had to wear it to the Golden Globes.  She had great shoes on but who cares when you pair it with a dust mop of a dress. She is a young, fresh star.  Why would she choose some dishwater colored dress that covers her from head to toe? She better get ready because the gossip is going to start flying after donning a dress like this. 

Christina Aguilera from Burlesque.  Next time, just come naked.  All this flesh makes her look cheap and overdone.  This picture isn't the best b/c from this angle, it looks somewhat flattering but on TV, I thought it looked over worked. Just because the movie is called Burlesque doesn't mean you have to wear lingerie on the red carpet. 

IN BETWEEN (b/c I just can't let it go without saying something)

Natalie Portman from Black Swan.  I think this dress is lovely for HER, but only her.  She looks sweet and innocent just like the lovely rose pinned smack dab in between her boobs. However, with that bump we know she's not so innocent because her 'rose' has obviously been plucked!  I think if someone else wore this they would say it looks like a pink satin sheet with a sparkle rose applique.  But let me be clear, I think it totally worked for her and made her look uniquely elegant. Anyone else would end up looking like an ugly duckling instead of a pregnant swan.

Helena Bonham Carter from The King's Speech. I can't put her in the worst dressed because it's too obvious and she always dresses quirky.  This look is better for the Most Interesting and Humorous category.  I mean anyone that will wear two different colored shoes, John Lennon type sunglasses, and curtsies on the red carpet is totally taking all this in stride and having fun with it.  I applaud her for that.  I actually saw the King's Speech and she was phenomenal, so out of respect, I can't say anything mean.  I just have to appreciate her wacky style and love her bravery.  B-b-b-b-b-b-bravo Ms. Carter (that's funny if you saw the movie. hint: the King stutters).

Jennifer Love Hewit from The Client List, a Lifetime Original Movie.  I had to wonder if she was embarassed for being there amongst all those respectable actors who made movies that were viewed in actual movie theaters rather than presented on a cable station that caters to women who have five hours to spare for ONE movie. I also had to wonder about the purpose of that ruffle.  Was it for catching crumbs? Holding lipsticks and gum? Does it double as a fan with the switch of a button? Is that where she hides her clients?  I have questions!!!

Now I don't want you to think I forgot about the men.  However, I will keep this short and sweet. This is my pick for best dressed.

Okay, now I know this isn't a shot from the Golen Globes but this picture definitely shows off his 'golden globes'.  You can take my word that he looked spectacular and dapper on the red carpet...and pretty much anywhere else he went that night.  He is so deliciously hot and his movie is getting rave reviews.  This is one bad boy that any good girl would want:-)

Love and Shoes,
Kim