Olivier Awards 2011

Being a massive fan of musical theatre, the Olivier Awards are one of my favourite awards ceremonies!

Nothing like a bit a theatrical glamour and boy were there some fantastic dresses there tonight. A host of leading ladies past and present including Summer Strallen, Kara Tointon and Amanda Holden put on their finest frocks as they dazzled on the red carpet at London's Theatre Royal.

Amanda Holden looked absolutely stunning in an asymmetrical fishtail royal blue Ralph & Russo gown.
Kara Tointon went for old school hollywood glamour in a sweeping strapless red number, while Summer Strallen kept it simple in a gold column dress with ruched detail, trimmed with beaded neckline.

BAFTA 2011

COMING SOON! Sunday 13th February 2011

Golden Globes Red Carpet Dresses

I absolutely love this time of year! Award Season is well and truly upon us, and last night the stars shined at the Golden Globes.



Green was a popular colour this year and Angelina Jolie looked fabulously old-Hollywood in a Swarovski crystal embellished, emerald green Atelier Versace gown. I love the shape and the high neck and long sleeves leave something to the imagination.

Nominated for best TV actress in a drama for her role as Peggy in "Mad Men" Elisabeth Moss arrived in a hunter-green Donna Karan bodice gown

Also on Team Green Catherine Zeta-Jones poses in a textured Monique Lhuillier strapless gown paired with diamond drop earrings

Finally Mila Kunis wore a ladylike Vera Wang one-shouldered gown

Lea Michele in Oscar de la Renta gown,

Dianna Agron, a member of the "Glee" cast, looked delicate and refined in a J. Mendel beige silk chiffon hand-pleated strapless gown and Cathy Waterman jewelry with gold Salvatore Ferragamo clutch.

The bombshell typically turns up the heat on the red carpet but we felt cold after spotting Megan Fox in this asymmetrical Swarovski-crystal-adorned Armani Privé number matched with crystal-heeled Brian Atwood pumps and Lorraine Schwartz jewels.

Country star Carrie Underwood opted for a Badgley Mischka strapless gown and Swarovski metallic clutch.

"Mad Men" star Christina Hendricks always looks red hot, but we were distracted by the oversized ruffles of her Romona Kaveza dress.

I'm not normally a fan but I love Christina Aguileras Zuhair Murad beaded gown

The TONY Awards - Red Carpet Fashion!

Being a MASSIVE fan of musicals, I bring you my favourite picks from the TONY Awards Red Carpet Dresses...

The American Theatre Wing's Tony Awards® were established in 1947 when the Wing launched an awards program to celebrate excellence in the theatre.

Named for Antoinette Perry, an actress, director, producer, and the dynamic wartime leader of the American Theatre Wing who had recently passed away, the Tony Awards made their official debut at a dinner in the Grand Ballroom of the Waldorf Astoria hotel on Easter Sunday, April 6, 1947. Vera Allen, Perry's successor as chairwoman of the Wing, presided over an evening that included dining, dancing, and a program of entertainment. The dress code was black tie optional, and the performers who took to the stage included Mickey Rooney, Herb Shriner, Ethel Waters, and David Wayne. Eleven Tonys were presented in seven categories, and there were eight special awards, including one for Vincent Sardi, proprietor of the eponymous eatery on West 44th Street. Big winners that night included José Ferrer, Arthur Miller, Helen Hayes, Ingrid Bergman, Patricia Neal, Elia Kazan and Agnes de Mille.

Catherine Zeta Jones won Best Performance by a Leading Actress in a Musical for her role in A Little Night Music, and her dress was certainly a winner for me. Aside from her heavy make-up and embarrassing tribute to her husband (I can't really say much more than that as I blubbed my way through my own acceptance speech at my Am Dram awards last year!) I thought her dress was beautiful. Her light blue strapless Atelier Versace gown had an amazing ruched bodice which was decorated with shimmering beads with the chiffon floaty train providing a soft contrast to the structured bodice.

Idina Menzel, one of my all-time favourite musical idols, choose an interesting look with a Carolina Herrera navy and white strapless dress. This dress wasn't such a hit with the fashion critics, but I for one like it. It has a hint of vintage about it but without looking old-fashioned.



Katie Holmes kept it simple in a Giorgio Armani Privé smoke grey strapless silk chiffon evening gown, with her touselled hair I thought she had an understated elegance about her! I love the colour and will be looking for something similar to this for The Dress Boutique.


My absolute favourite dress of the evening was Lucy Liu's gorgeous Marchesa Fall 2010 blush strapless tulle gown with sculpted hand embroidered bodice. Following the 'Nude' trend we saw at the Oscars earlier in the year, this palest pink colour looked just stunning with her porcelain skin tone and from the smile on her face she looks comfortable and confident.

BAFTA TV Awards 2010

The 2010 Philips British Academy of Film and Television Arts - Television Awards ceremony took place last night at the London Palladium.

Television Celebrities were out in force on the red carpet, showing off some gorgeous dresses.

Following the theme from previous awards ceremonies this year, neutrals and classic black were as popular as ever.

Amanda Holden stood out from the crowd in a grecian themed gown from Quintana Couture, the floating white chiffon skirt was teamed with a ribbon corset in a contrasting silver satin, with an bold statement ruffle on one shouldered design. The "Britain's Got Talent" star turned heads with a new hairstyle - a neat flicky bob. While Eastenders stars Lacy Turner and Kara Tointon followed suit both in elegant grecian themed dresses - Lacy in a strapless beaded column dress by Cream, and Kara in a sweeping one shouldered toga-style creation by Donna Karen. Both the girl had their hair swept up into a loose 'do'.



In classic black dresses, Ashley Jenson, Joanna Page and Katie Piper all looked beautiful. "Ugly Betty" star Ashley wore an simple one shouldered column dress by Moschino teamed with sleek hair with a side parting. "Gavin and Stacey" actress Joanna opted for a draped empire line frock from Armani. While Katie, subject of Single Documentary nominee "Katie: My Beautiful Face" wore a stunning strapless fishtail gown by Jasper Garvida - winner of Sky One's Project Catwalk.

LuLu Loves - Classic Black Oscars Style

Inspired by Kristen Stewarts old school classic Monique L'Hullier midnight blue dress on the red carpet, here are some of my favourite pieces to complete an ensemble fit for a Hollywood Starlet!

The fishtail shape of the dress is always a classic, and the ruched fabric is flattering for all shapes and sizes. Actually this dress is quite similar to the one I wore from The Dress Boutique collection to the Andover Musical & Operatic Society 2009 Christmas Ball.

I must give Cheryl Cole a mention here, just because I loved the black ball gown style dress wore for the X Factor Finals last year. I've googled it but can't seem to find a definitive answer as to who designed the dress - many have suggested that it was Marc Ross - anyway, I think she looked fantastic.

For accessories, I love these Swarovski wing earrings available from Net-a-Porter at around £80 although Dorothy Perkins has a similar still at a bargain £8!

The Black strappy flower sandals are just £30 from Debenhams, while the Black Corsage Suede Ruffle Shoes are by Steve Madden priced at around £90.

Finally for the ultimate black nail polish it has to be Chanel Darlings!

LuLu x

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LuLu Loves - Red Carpet Neutrals!

I'm loving all the beautiful neutral shades on the red carpet at this years Oscars!

Kate Winslet, Anna Kendricks, Cameron Diaz, Demi Moore, Helen Mirren all choose variations on the theme, be it soft pink, gold or shimmering silver for their Oscars gowns.

Kate Winslets simple column dress in a subtle silver tone by Yves St Lauren was a classic and I loved her old-school wavy hair! Cameron Diaz glittered in Oscar de la Renta as did Demi Moore in her buff-coloured Atelier Versace ruffled gown.
Anna Kendricks pale pink chiffon creation by Elie Saab was youthful and elegant, while Dame Helen Mirren in Badgley Mischka dress proved that these neutral hues look good on women of all ages.

For me it was Sandra Bullock, who took home the Best Actress award, who outshone them all in her figure-hugging gown by British label Marchesa. The combination of the shimmering skirt with the embroidered floral bodice was a winner!

On the jewelery front, diamonds and pearls played a big role as ever, with favourites from Tiffany and Chopard.

Lulu x

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