#007: VMA's Red Carpet Review...

Hm, that was quite an eventful show, Ladies and Gentleman, don't you agree?

The likes of Nicki Minaj & Katy Perry to Jennifer Lopez & Jessie J all strolled their way down the ever-so-famose MTV Video Music Awards red carpet. Some hit the mark while others fell short. There were a few common trends that stars decided to op for; Animal print, EXTREME high slits, oh, and a lot of boobies just to name a few. 

Balmain's Angels: Kim Kardashian, Joan Smalls, Jourdan Dunn & Chanel Iman...

Balmain's creative director, Oliver Rousteing dressed the likes of Kim Kardashian & Joan Smalls in the houses' latest Resort collection; while Chanel Iman and Jourdan Dunn wore Spring/Summer 2015.

Joan Smalls
8/10

Chanel Iman
9/10

Jourdan Smalls
7/10

Allow me to begin with the three Youncé girls, Chanel, Jourdan & Joan. Okay, think of an Asian Bond Girl; Tall, sexy, and incredibly seductive - I can't be the only one who thinks Iman meets all the requirements, right? Rapped in Balmain Spring/Summer rope, she looks incredible. As for Jourdan, another bombshell, looking incredible. Despite not being as curvy as Chanel or Joan, she looks stunning in this Balmain two piece. The only think that really distracted me is the hair, why oh why? It's so ageing...not liking it. At all. Joan is literally my woman. Miss Smalls looks ready to attend a festival, viewing from the sky. From the Resort images, and the red carpet, I still think the dress looks like a pterodactyl, no? just me...? The minimal make-up is so refreshing. Although, I personally would rather if her hair was scrapped back or a straight center-part behind her shoulders.

Kim Kardashian
9/10

'Mexican Rug' one of the many descriptive words that I read after Kim Kardashian hit the red carpet at the Video Music Awards in LA last night. To be completely honest, I'm not too sure why A LOT of people dislike this look. Yeah, her nipples could easily jump out and walk the red carpet judging by how deep that neckline is. It's not something every woman can wear, clearly. But it's editorial and high fashion. Oh, just let me cut to the chase, I loved this look despite what everyone else thinks...kay? 

"Kim definitely makes a statement in this outfit. I love the fact she has taken a summer approach to the winter cape trend - incorporation of the beading gets her a 10/10 from me. However, I wonder how she felt bumping into Joan Smalls wearing a similar dress from the same collection?"

- Deirbhile

The Zoo: Cynthia Watros, Charlie XCX, Michelle Williams & Nicki Minaj...

One of the more noticeable trends from last night's red carpet was animal print from Charlie's Moschino jumpsuit to Nicki Minaj's snakeskin mini dress.

Michelle Williams
8/10

Cynthia Watros
4/10

Charlie XCX
7/10

Cynthia Watros is 45 years old, yeah, not in her teens. I understand the VMA's is fun and quirky, etc etc, but that's no excuse. You're no Dallas from Suburgatory. I personally thought it was a bit inappropriate. Not only that, but those shoes, c'mon...they're so heavy and cut your legs to make them look shorter. Not impressed. Charlie XCX is becoming one of my favorite artists at the moment; "Bomb clap, the sound of my..." HEART when I saw Charlie wearing this crazy fun Moschino jumpsuit. I would rather her pair a much simpler clutch rather than the long clutch. Unlike Beyoncé and Kelly, you don't really see much of Michelle Williams. She always dressed so appropriately to the occasion and last night was no exception. I was floored at how beutiful she looked. 

Nicki Minaj
10/10

The Minajisty was just a dream in Saint Laurent. Watching the red carpet from my iPad, I seen a glittering ball from afar, until 'Nicki Minaj' flashed at the bottom of my screen. Recently Nicki has completely changed her game and transformed herself from a wacky China doll to the bell of the ball. This look from Nicki is by far her BEST. No joke. From the old Hollywood Grace Kelly hair to the minimalism of the eyes. She looked great. On pretty much most people, platformed heels are a no-no, but the nude complements both her skin tone and the tone of the over all look. 

"Obviously Miss Minaj's theme for the night was anaconda in prep for her performance in the ladder part of the night. This outfit, hair & makeup combo is a definite opposite from her usual attire - which is a good thing. Im not so keen on this style, but for Nicki she has done good. 7/10"

- Deirbhile

Jessie J
7/10

Jessie J, one of last night's incredible performers wore this, um, saggy vintage Halston creamy, yellowy, greeny toned dress. It took me a while to find a decent picture without the wind blowing. In theory, I understand this look. It's beautiful. It's clean. It's Jessie J, but I just can't phase the fact the draping from the waist looks as though she has sagging boobies and decided to put them in her pocket. I expected something more, you know? sexy...non of the less, her hair and make up looked great.

"Loves jesse j since her hair had grown, the colour is certainly her colour however I cant help but think of a hangy bag on her. The shape is so unflattering 7/10"

- Deirbhile

Taylor Swift
6/10

Shake it off, Taylor, Shake it off. This bodysuit is so, is so, so "ew", not flattering on your fall slinky frame. It's Mary Katrantzou for crying out loud. You could have had anything from her collection. You would have looked looked extraodinary in one of her Autumn/Winter 2014 dresses yet you decided to go with this unflattering, camels toeing alphabet bodysuit. It's a more performance look rather than a red carpet look. Despite the flat choice of a garment, both your hair and make-up looked great. Still in your comfort zone though.

"I'm currently having a love hate relationship with Taylor's outfit. Love the actual outfit. Hate that she wore it to an awards ceremony - its more of a clubbing outfit 7/10"

- Deirbhile

Some more great looks from last night...

Kesha
8/10 

Iggy Azalea
7/10 

Solange Knowles
8/10

Jennifer Lopez
9/10 

Chloe Moretz
9/10

Miley Cyrus
9/10

Some of last night's "Ew" moments...

Lucy Hale
4/10

Katie Stevens
5/10

Amber Rose
2/10

#003: Spotted at Haute Couture Week Day 1...

Where are the sunglasses? there are more flashing lights! So, it begins...Haute Couture Week begun yesterday (6th of July) with Donatella Versace kicking things off for Atelier Versace with Jennifer Lopez in attendance. But on Saturday Miu Miu decided to host their Pre Spring/Summer '15 collection while the fashion crowed were already nested in Paris. The likes of Alexa Chung and Marc Jacobs sat comfortably on the small mirrored boxes on the front row. 

Lets begin with the Italian/Parisian Saturday evening. 

Alexa has always been a huge style icon in the UK, but I was pleasantly surprised to see that she has made waves across Europe. Good on her. Anyways, as the evening was hosted by the Prada Group, Chung opted for a sleek silk look from Prada's Autumn/Winter 2014 collection with matching silk scarf and pumps. I LOVE this look. It's very modern, but VERY ageing on poor Chungy. Despite looking incredible, I believe this look would better suit a much older woman. Regardless, I think she looks incredible! 

I give this look 8/10

Another icon at the event was the one and only, Marc Jacobs wearing his signature skirt. I'm guessing Jacobs is also wearing Prada's A/W '14 collection. Shouldn't he know, especially being a designer to NEVER sit down if your wearing anything silk, especially a skirt, because boy, those cresses do not look good. Is it odd that this doesn't "shock" me the way others probably feel shocked. Like I said, it's his signature with the likes of wannabe "designer" Kanye West, and yes? the bunny ears are necessary. I have nothing else to say about this look. Although, I must say that the skirt looks like a packet is Smoky Bacon crisp (chip) packet. The comparison is uncanny. Might I add, the bag looks like a toiletry bag.

I give this look 4/10

From one icon to another, Mira Duma. I'm too sure what she does, apparently a "digital investor" from her Instagram description. Anyways, she is always on the style pages and there is a reason; she is incredibly gifted with editing a look together to create a unique look. She was at the Miu Miu affair, not wearing Miu Miu or Prada, but Céline, hmm, why? I aim to have my own luxury fashion label and if someone who is for sure to be photographed at my event wearing another brand's clothing, I will be totally offended. I find it very disrespectful, because she is basically saying she doesn't like anything you've created so I'm going to wear another's brand. Anyways, it's a very Prada silhouette, the top that is. I loved the Céline collection and will for sure go down as one of my favourite, so I'm not that mad! lol

I give this look 7/10

Jennifer Lopez, turning straight woman gay and gay men straight; she has the power in the palm of her hands, trust me! ;) Now that's it's officially Couture Week, as pair usual, the Atelier Versace kicks off the excitement with their powerfully seductive sexy woman doing the Karlie Kloss panther walk down the runway. Last season, Lady Gaga was the guest of honour, but this season, the ever so sexy, J Low was greeted at the steps by Donatella Versace, obviously! Wearing one of the looks from the show. A sleek crisp white strapless gown with half of it dramatically cut off leaving a very glamorous sequinned pant leg - one of the key trends from the show. Personally, I have mixed feelings about this look. Without knowing the designer, it clearly has it's VERSACE stamp on it. To elevate the look, I believe the trouser leg hem should have been a little higher, maybe hitting just above the ankle. The shoes are very Versace...big; clumpy and tacky. Sorry, one of us had to say it. The hair and make-up are perfect as per usual. Not very fund of the bracelet. The look could have done without it. Other than that, it's flawless! I wonder if we'll see Lopez at any other show, Chanel maybe?

I give this look 8/10

Eamonn Collins