Scarlet Fever

The red carpet at the 71st annual Golden Globe awards was red hot...

Picking out the best dressed men of the night is always an easy task in comparison to the indepth disscussions had over the best dressed ladies. This year as every year there were a handful of standout stunning choices, a few sack the stylist moments and several more that divided opinion and sparked several discussions. Before we get into that here are the ladies that wowed us on the night...

Red was the colour of the night and Lupita Nyong'o set the bar in this beautiful Ralph Lauren caped dress with Fred Leighton jewellery. This look needs no discussion its elegant perfection.

Amy Adams was next to literally take the plunge in this Red Valentino Couture Gown. Amy picked up the Best Actress Award for her role in American Hustle and drew instiration from her characters wardrobe for this look.

Emma Watson's choice of a Dior Couture scarlet red dress and black satin pants ensemble divied opinion to an extent with some saying that the stars outfit wasn't suited to an awards ceremony. I have to disagree and i am certainly in the fan camp as I think the young stars choice was flawless as usual, it was elegant, glamorous and edgy over all a welcome break from the norm. Who couldn't love those Roger Vivier heels!

Stepping away from the red Caitlin Fitzgerald was a vision in an Emilia Wickstead cerulean vintage inspired creation. This classic and classy silhouette was an inspired look for the actress, the blue complimented her hair and skin tone perfectly and was a real head turner making Fitzgerald a red carpet one to watch. I can't not mention the shoes, picking up on the blue and adding a pop of peachy colour they are the perfect accompaniment to this assymetrical hemline.

Dame Helen Mirren gave the younger stars a run for their money in this jade Bespoke Jenny Packham dress, Bulgari jewellery and Roger Vivier clutch. The Dame never dissappoints on the red carpet and always looks impeccable but i thought she looked exceptionally beautiful on Sunday night and I loved the shades of gemstone green on her alabaster skin.

Newcomer and Girls star Alison Williams was understated but striking in this Alexander Mc Queen monochrome dress. The feathered bodice in black and white stripes added a soft feminine texture which Williams complimented with sleek straight hair. I for one am looking forward to this lady's style journey on and off the red carpet.

A pregnant Kerry Washington was positively blooming in this custom made Balenciaga gown. I love the way it glides over her bump and compliments her beautiful pregnant figure. A huge thumbs up and big congratulations to the star.

Best Actress winner Cate Blanchett wowed in this Armani Privé Couture gown. A timeless piece this dress was sheer, the right way. The intricate lace work sets this dress aside from the many black dresses on the red carpet. The oblong shaped cap sleeves and high neck line are very demure and pave the way for the striking backless detail. Truly a perferct performance form the actress.

Zooey Deschannel Oscar De La Renta ensemble split opinion right down the middle. I still remain slightly undecided. I love the concept but find the execution slightly wanting. Personally I think the tulle dress maybe slightly heavy on the waist line to properly compliment the beaded crop top and I think the uneven hem is more frumpy than fresh and would have been better either ankle length or full length rather than up and down. The Neil Lane jewellery is simple and accentuates the beautiful beading and couture details of the dress and top.

Sally Hawkins wore Dior Vintage from WilliamVintage. This is reminiscent of Zooeys Oscar De La Renta but much more successful and probably something I would wear myself. I love the beaded top with candy green and pink details and the floorlength satin skirt. Vintage Dior in all its glory and Hawkins wavey fly away hair keeps the look feminine and soft.

After her dramatic Disney princess fall at the awards last year we were all wondering wat Dior Princess Jennifer Lawrence would wear this year and she didn't dissappoint. Lawrence wore a Dior Couture banded gown, truly channeling Disney's Little Mermaid princess Ariel in more ways than one! The black bands on the dress were accentuated by black bracelets on her arm, the styling was masterful. When the actress climbed the steps to accept her Best Supporting Actress award this year she glided gracefully, although her dress had a tiered sihouette cake was far from her mind this year and her stylists advice to "kick and step" was put into practice.

After referencing Jennifer Lawrence's comparison to Ariel from the Little mermaid I couldn't help but include Sofia Vergara's comparison to the features villain Medusa. Many revere Vergara for her style, I'm not necessarily one. Her Zac Posen dress and Lorraine Schwartz neckpiece are both too over stated and too cliché for me.

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