The Best of the Golden Globes 2020

McKennaRishmawyA Marriage Story, Adam Driver, Ana de Armas, Awkwafina, Big Little Lies, Catriona Balfe, Charlize Theron, Constance Wu, Cynthia Erivo, Florence Pugh, Golden Globes, Golden Globes 2020, Greta Gerwig, Hustlers, Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Lopez, JLo, Jodie Comer, Joey King, Judy, Killing Eve, Knives Out, Laura Dern, Little Women, Lucy Boynton, Lupita Nyong'O, Margot Robbie, Michelle Pfeiffer, Naomi Watts, Netflix, Nicole Kidman, Olivia Colman, Parasite, Quentin Tarantino, Reese Witherspoon, Renee Zellweger, Sandra Oh, Saoirse Ronan, Scarlett Johannson, The Crown, The Farewell, The Irishman, The Morning Show, Zoey Deutch Leave a comment

Took a writing vacation! But now it’s a new decade! New awards season! New red carpet! LET’S GOOOOO!

But first, a quick sidenote- I feel like people kind of lost their minds this round. J Lo. Kerry. Rooney. Michelle. GWYNETH. And literally the FIRST time I’ve ever hated what Charlize has worn. There was a whole lotta NO going on and it hurt. Maybe it’s all the very legal weed going around but my take is that folks were feeling a little too … creative? Free? So in comparison, my picks are going to feel awfully safe FYI.

Ana de Armas in Schiaparelli (or is it Ralph and Russo?! Have literally seen both designers named multiple times!)

Love a sparkle. Love a full gown. Love some navy. Did you know Classic Navy is Pantone’s color of 2020? I’m a fan. Ana’s like the new Penelope Cruz to me. Absolutely cannot WAIT to see her on the press circuit for James Bond next year, and loved her in KNIVES OUT.

Margot Robbie in Chanel

It HaS pOcKeTs!!!! I mean, you know that’s kinda why I love it. But the sequin detailing on the top of this Chanel creation is also super, super gorgeous. I also love the simple silhouette. Margot is always understated with a bit of an edgy sparkle, and I like that I can count on that.

Zoey Deutch in Fendi

If you were bored, now you’re not. This is maybe my favorite color to see on a red carpet- tropical, canary yellow. I dig the seventies style and the easy feel to this gown, too. It has a lounge vibe, like an extra fancy hostess giving a really groovy party. I would perhaps change her hair styling, but overall I absolutely loved this.

Jodie Comer in Mary Katrantzou

Is the silhouette my favorite? Maybe not. But the color and the texture … come on. You know this emerald shade is more fun than anything else you’re seeing out there. And again, details: pairing it with that yellow feathered clutch was genius, and on other pictures you may notice her hot pink sandals. And I do love that statement sleeves are having a moment.

Scarlett Johansson in Dior

This has really been a heck of a year for Scarlett. Her look at the premiere of AVENGERS: ENDGAME was maybe the best she’s ever looked. I was stunned. But this is another angle for her; it feels so classic movie star. We’ve been watching her for so long in all these comic movies that we’ve sort of forgotten that she’s a truly great actress beyond her catsuit, and she has been for a really long time. This dress speaks to that.

xo, MR

All images credited to Getty Images.

January 6, 2019the Fashion stuff., the Hair stuff., the Makeup stuff., Uncategorized

Best of the 2019 Golden Globes

McKennaRishmawyA Quiet Place, A Star is Born, Amy Adams, Anne Hathaway, best dressed, Black Panther, BlackKkKlansmen, Charlize Theron, Claire Foy, Constance Wu, Crazy Rich Asians, Danai Gurira, Destroyer, Elisabeth Moss, Emily Blunt, Emma Stone, Felicity Jones, Golden Globes, If Beale Street Could Talk, Lady Gaga, Lupita Nyong'O, Mandy Moore, Margot Robbie, Mary Poppins Returns, Mary Queen of Scots, Melissa McCarthy, Nicole Kidman, Rachel Weisz, Rosamund Pike, Sandra Oh, Saoirse Ronan, Serenity, The Favourite, Tully, Vice Leave a comment

Besides the smattering of celeb appearances that have already occurred this week – the Palm Springs Film Festival, Art of Elysium Gala, and BAFTA LA tea party – the Globes are kind of the first real REAL “back to work” moment for a lot of celeb hair/makeup artists and stylists. And I’m always keeping closer tabs on them than the celebs they work on, so cheers to a great 2019 for all the glam teams! Bang up job as always.

I’ll admit I’ve seen pretty much zero of the films and shows nominated for tonight’s awards (well, two movies and two TV shows to be exact) so in case you need any reminders, I am here for the red carpet. Here we go!

1. Anne Hathaway in Elie Saab

This was just fun to me. The print, the length- and there’s a high slit up the front that makes it super fun! And I love Anne back in a long-term relationship with her long hair. It made me sort of sad that she went through her whole special Les Misérables awards season with her short hair, but oh well- no short hair, no face-melting Fantine moment to earn an Oscar. But here we are now, doing Miranda Priestly very proud I’m sure. Makeup by Beau Nelson, hair by Lacy Redway.

2. Rosamund Pike in Givenchy

Rosamund’s grandma can officially *not* give her grief for going out without a jacket. She took a jacket with her, Grandma. She’s fine (though her hair may or may not be wet- the other reason grandmas cite as responsible for an early death). Also, love a severe look with severe brows and a severe center part. All about that. Well done. Hair by Bryce Scarlett, makeup by Mélanie Inglessis.

3. Constance Wu in Vera Wang

So unexpected! Love the nude/orange combination. I anticipate seriously great things from Constance and her team this whole awards season. The whole cast of Crazy Rich Asians, I’m sure, will knock it out of the park (I mean, Michelle Yeoh? Please. Been obsessed since Memoirs of a Geisha). The CRA press and premiere circuits were dazzling just like the film, and I imagine there will be more looks that give a nod and a wink to the movie’s over-the-time opulence. Bring it. Makeup by Molly Greenwald, hair by Marissa Marino.

4. Rachel Weisz in Céline

At first glance the dress was not my fave (and it’s now the controversial Hedi Slimane at the helm for Céline, who’s managed to justifiably raise some eyebrows with his new … “interpretation” of the brand), but it’s always in the details for me. The delicate Cartier art deco choker, the deep chocolate hair, the strong brow, the blotted lip- the dress brings the little details together in a way that makes sense. Also, it’s really hard to make Rachel Weisz look bad. Hair by Kevin Ryan, makeup unknown.

5. Danai Gurira in Rodarte

And now for something completely different. I’ve been watching Planet Earth II and I can’t help but be reminded of all the electric-hued tropical birds we see in the jungle when I behold color and texture like this. Or Danai looks like she could jump in the ocean and turn into some sort of beautiful fish. And I loved the contrast of her red-orange with Lupita’s cobalt blue gown. You know I gotta say it … Wakanda forever! Makeup by Tym Buacharern, hair by Larry Sims.

6. Charlize Theron in Dior

I mean, duh. I promise my inclusion of Charlize on all my lists is never obligatory. I really, truly look forward to her looks probably the most consistently out of anyone (besides Jennifer Connelly, who we barely see these days anyhow). Charlize is such a giant golden goddess Olympian statue that basically anything – avant gardé, classic, glamorous – is executed with perfect ease by herself and her team. I’ve yet to see anything on her (and granted, it’s mostly been Dior) that’s left a bad taste in my mouth. If anything, I’ve felt that her team could perhaps just push the envelope with her a bit (and again, that would probably mean stepping out of the Dior contract). But anyhow, all that to say, yes, I love Charlize’s look. Again. Hair by Adir Abergel, makeup by Kate Lee.

There were so many other gorgeous looks, but I was missing the Margot Robbie magic tonight. Surely we’ll see her soon. Let me know your faves! xo, MR

Photo credits in order: Matt Baron/BEI/Shutterstock, Jon Kapoloff/Getty Images, Jon Kapoloff/Getty Images, REX/Shutterstock, Shutterstock, Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

March 4, 2018the Fashion stuff.

Best Of The 2018 Academy Awards

McKennaRishmawyAcademy Awards, Allison Janney, Armani Prive, Betty Gabriel, Big Little Lies, Get Out, I Tonya, Jennifer Garner, Jimmy Kimmel, Jordan Peele, Lady Bird, Lupita Nyong'O, Margot Robbie, Michael Kors, Nicole Kidman, Oscars, Oscars 2018, pink dress, red carpet 2018, Reem Acra, Saoirse Ronan, The Black Panther, Tony Ward Couture, Versace, Viola Davis, Wakanda Leave a comment

We’re here for the dresses, people. Let’s just get right to it.

As usual, I was most drawn to color and sequins out of a sea of white gowns and some rather … odd choices that I’ll just let you scour the internet for yourselves. I was SO SAD to see my fave of the season – Margot Robbie – wearing a very tame white number as it seems that we’ve seen her in white and blush pink a number of times these past couple months. Wear some parrots! Go crazy! And Saiorse Ronan was wearing a nice shade of pink in a very glamorous silhouette with a giant bow, but then I realized how Anne Hathaway and Gwyneth Paltrow had both won their Oscars in the same shade of pink and I’m kind of tired of it. Who knows. I guess it’s just clear what I like. And speaking of what I like …

Allison Janney in Reem Acra

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Like, I’m not sure how old this woman is (refusing to Google), but she’s working it better than most 22-year-olds. Kendall and Gigi can sit down for a while and just let Allison reign on their parade with her magnificent sleeves and immaculate neckline. I am in awe. It’s this shade of red that makes me realize “Oh yes- it is officially THEE OSCARS.” This is like, royal tomato red. ROYAL TOMATO, I TELL YOU.

Viola Davis in Michael Kors

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It’s PIIIIIIIIIINK!!! But not like, Anne-and-Gwyneth pink. It’s the happiest, loudest, Barbie-est, most pinkalicious exciting shade of pink you’ve ever seen. What more do you need?! Aaaand it’s sparkly! Aaaand she has an amazing Roger Vivier clutch that matches perfectly! Aaaand I love it when Viola wears her hair natural! PIIIIIIINNNNNKKKKKKK!

Jennifer Garner in Versace

OH I’M SORRY, BEN!!! The old Jennifer can’t come to the phone right now because SHE’S DEAD. HAVE FUN BEING SAD BATMAN.

Lupita Nyong’O in custom Versace

WAKANDAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!

I have no problem throwing out exclamation points like confetti tonight. No problem.

Lupita is CLEARLY, UNQUESTIONABLY the princess of Wakanda and we are all just riding the Black Panther wave of insanity as her subjects. I can’t find a good image of her hair piece yet but I am quite excited for it, too. She is a WARRIOR PRINCESS and could not have worn anything more perfectly suited for her. Metallic sequins + Lupita = me screaming in my jammies in front of my laptop.

Betty Gabriel in Tony Ward Couture

Have you seen Get Out? No? Well then please don’t assume that it’s a musical or comedy like the Golden Globes said it was. Just watch it. But also, this dress on cast member Betty Gabriel is giving me magical fairy realness. And her hair! Renaissance fairy magick with a k!! I sound out of my mind, I know, but would you look at this?! I love it when this is what we’re getting for a first-time Oscars attender. Like actually show up, people! Thank you!

Nicole Kidman in Armani Privé

I mean did you really think you weren’t going to see this person on this list? No, no you didn’t. You knew Nicole would show up with a giant bow just as she’s shown up with parrots and puff sleeves and chartreuse (and even more giant bows, in fact) in the past. The woman is afraid of nothing. She’s been married to Tom Cruise, for God’s sake. Respect this person!

Any faves?! One’s I missed?! Let me know what you think- only two months to the Met Ball! xo, MR

Photo credits in order of appearance: Kevin Mazur/WireImage, David Fisher/REX/Shutterstock, Frazer Harrison/Getty Images, Kevin Mazur/WireImage, Kevin Mazur/WireImage, Steve Granitz/Getty Images

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January 21, 2018the Fashion stuff., the Hair stuff., the Makeup stuff., the Skin stuff., Uncategorized

Best Of The 2018 SAG Awards

McKennaRishmawyAdir Abergel, Brie Larson, Bryce Scarlett, Captain Marvel, cobalt dress, Dyson hairdryer, feathers, Gucci, I Tonya, Lady Bird, Lupita Nyong'O, Mandy Moore, Margot Robbie, millennial pink, Miu Miu, Nicole Kidman, Olivia Munn, Oscar de la Renta, Pati Dubroff, Patrick Ta, Ralph and Russo, Ralph Lauren, red carpet, SAG Awards 2018, Saoirse Ronan, sequins, Streicher sisters, talon nails, Virtue hair Leave a comment

Alright, the color is back in full force this round. I was most, most pleased with this red carpet. Some seriously stunning choices, and of course, I was all the more happy with the incredible hair make makeup styling at this year’s SAG Awards. The glam teams were bringing nothing less than their best work. Here we go!

Saoirse Ronan in custom Louis Vuitton-

I would wear this. I would totally wear this! Such beautiful art deco inspiration I’m seeing here, and such a cheerful shade of pastel, millennial pink. And I do love a modest silhouette contrasted with two marvelous slits up the side. And Saoirse’s (pronounced SER-shuh) minimalist styling is the right choice, as I don’t believe her face is one that could take “a lot” of makeup if you know what I mean. Her features are so delicate and fairylike, and dark or harsh makeup choices would just overwhelm her. Or at least, those are my thoughts. I could proven wrong, though!

Mandy Moore in Ralph Lauren-

This is the kind of look that makes me want to go on vacation. The ease of the strappy silhouette that makes you want to pack a weekend getaway bag, the dreamy shade of shimmery cobalt that makes you want to dive into a perfectly blue pool after sipping on a Mai Tai beneath your cabana …

Think I’m living in the MidWest in the middle of January? Maybe. Just maybe. Some daydreaming problems over here.

But truly, this styling is fabulous and I can’t wait for a closeup of Mandy’s makeup, too, as I’ve detected a bit of aqua on her lower lids. Oooohhh…

Olivia Munn in Oscar de la Renta-

Ohhhhh sequins! Luscious luscious sequins. And beautious floral appliqués. While this is overall a safe choice- and I’ve appreciated Olivia in the past for bolder choices when it would be quite easy for her to ride on her bombshell looks- the center-parted hair that’s like a shiny black sheet combined with the glowy, rosy makeup makes this a win. It might be safe, but it’s so good that the lack of risk doesn’t matter to me. And check those metallic talon nails! Daaaayyyuuuum.

Lupita Nyong’O in Ralph and Russo-

Mmmmm more metallic perfection. And feathers! Who doesn’t appreciate some good bird now? I used to think I’d know that I’ve “made it” by the fact that I was wearing a sequined dress on a red carpet somewhere, but I’ve since changed my mind. I now know that it’s when I’m wearing a dress with feathers on a red carpet somewhere that I’ll know I’ve made it. Feathers are just so extra, so Marie Antoinette. So unnecessary-but-why-wouldn’t-you.

And does Lupita’s skin have a shimmery finish?! I can’t tell, but I have to find out. It’s positively luminous.

Brie Larson in Gucci-

If you’re not wearing Gucci these days, what are you even doing with your life?! I’ll tell you what you’re doing- you’re wearing knockoff Gucci. Like me. From Target. But don’t blame a girl- sequins and details and jewel-encrusted bows and so many colors and eeeeeeeverything you think of when you think of a fantasy dress- that’s Gucci. Remember Nicole Kidman’s green sequined parrot amazingness from last year’s SAG Awards? Yep, Gucci.

Also, digging the stunning shimmery blue shadows on Brie. So lovely, especially on brown eyes. In other news, Captain Marvel allegedly begins production … tomorrow!

And now, for the obvious-yet-still-too-good-to-be-ignored choice …

Margot Robbie in Miu Miu-

Ladies and gentlemen, another round of applause for feathers! See? I’m telling you, they’re quite fetching and irresistible. I can’t tell at this point if this dress is white or a very light shade of blush. I’m thinking the latter when I see it against the red carpet, and oh, how I love a good rosé as my white girl self should.

I’ve noticed that each of Kate Young’s choices for Margot have all had that bit of figure skating extra-ness as a nod to I, Tonya, whether it’s a touch of sparkle or something like a ribbon and feathers to create the movement that’s so important in figure skating outfits. Makes for a fun press tour, no? But I have to note that it’s the hair and makeup team that’ve really astounded me with Margot on this tour of hers- Pati Dubroff and Bryce Scarlett have been absolute heroes with the hair and makeup game. And I don’t care how beautiful she is naturally! Having a team behind you that consistently takes you from plebeian to goddess is irreplaceable as a celebrity, even for someone as pretty as Margot.

Let me know what you think, and do tell me if you think I’ve forgotten anyone especially deserving! Cheers! xo, MR

Photo credits in order of appearance: Steve Granitz/WireImage, Frazer Harrison/Getty, John Shearer/Getty, John Salangsang/Shutterstock, Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty, Frazer Harrison/Getty

January 7, 2018the Fashion stuff., the Hair stuff., the Makeup stuff.

Best Of The 2018 Golden Globes

McKennaRishmawy#MeToo, #TimesUp, 2018, Adir Abergel, Alexis Bledel, Alison Brie, All The Money In The World, Battle of the Sexes, Big Little Lies, Blackish, Claire Foy, Diana Ross, Diane Kruger, Emma Stone, Frances McDormand, Gal Gadot, Golden Globes, I Tonya, In The Fade, Jessica Biel, Jessica Chastain, Lady Bird, Mandy Moore, Margot Robbie, Molly's Game, Sally Hawkins, Saoirse Ronan, The Crown, The Handmaid's Tale, The Shape of Water, This Is Us, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri, Time's Up Now, Tracee Ellis Ross, Virtue Labs, Zoe Kravitz Leave a comment

Wooooooo!

New year, new red carpet. I’d barely realized until just this week that awards season is upon us, and it’s definitely bringing a little sunshine into my single-digits-temp world these days.

Before I share my favorites, it’s worth making note that the fashion choices at this year’s Golden Globes have been unilaterally affected by the Time’s Up movement, which seeks to bring awareness of and legal protections for women dealing with sexual assault, harassment, and inequality in the workplace. Time’s Up is meant to be a unified call to action stemming primarily from women in the entertainment industry, for women everywhere. In solidarity with Time’s Up, this year’s attenders of the Golden Globes elected to wear black. So all of that to say, this particular red carpet featured absolutely no color (at least as far as I saw in all my research) and that’s no mistake! I’ve not found a single photo of someone wearing anything other than black.

Alright, now that we’ve got that down, on to my picks …

Zoe Kravitz in YSL

Like you’ve heard me say before, it’s all in the styling. Zoe’s pixie cut is giving me Josephine Baker vibes, and the Lorraine Schwartz deco-cut emeralds are stunning. They make me think of Minas Morgul – an odd association, I know. But what can I say? I’m a Lord of the Rings fan and its images are floating through my brain. I love Zoe’s red lip paired with her enviable beauty mark, as well. It’s all giving me retro feels, and you know I’m a sucker for anything pre-1970s.

Margot Robbie in Gucci

I really, really love this dress. Even with the plunging neckline it’s still modest enough for my personal taste with the exaggerated shoulders and all that. And those sequin appliqués are dreamy. Alessandro Michele, the creative director at Gucci, has been consistently knocking it out of the park at the luxury powerhouse since taking the helm in 2015 with his whimsical and glittery creations (unicorns! so many colors! sequins and butterflies and flowers ALL the time!). Margot seems to share a special relationship with Gucci, so we can always trust that she’ll turn up in one of Alessandro’s designs looking beautiful. And of course, I always enjoy Pati Dubroff’s makeup choices for Margot, though as I’ve said it is kind of hard to make her look bad.

Tracee Ellis Ross in Marc Jacobs

I love Tracee’s styling because she makes selections that are a bit off-beat, and there’s usually a nod to her black heritage or to her mother in particular … and that would be Diana Ross, in case you weren’t sure. I had the privilege of seeing Diana Ross in concert two summers ago and let me tell you, that woman’s style is the very definition of unapologetic glamour, with no signs of toning it down at 73. So anyhow, Tracee seems to be a reflection of Diana for the twenty-first century. I’m loving her turban, and the way her gown’s neckline ties in a large, loose bow. The whole design from the runway is actually Pepto Bismol pink in its original form! And if you can find an close-up shot of her Irene Neuwirth earrings, they’re equally stunning- gettin’ me with the art deco styles again.

Diane Kruger in custom Prada

Undeniably, my favorite. I love the draping, I love the neckline, I love the beaded details and the delicate fabric. And it has a cape! And a box clutch! Ah, I’ve missed Diane on the red carpet. I adore gowns that seem flowy and watery, with plenty of movement. The whole silhouette feels so effortless. I honestly don’t have much more to say about this look- I love it, and that’s about it! Simple hair, simple makeup, perfect styling.

Black never has to be boring, and along with the gowns there was an abundance of beautiful hair and makeup tonight to complement all the blank canvases. A worthy mention, here:

This is Jessica Biel’s hair, styled by Adir Abergel. I live for little unexpected details like this. And if it’s not a throwback look, I’m equally a fan of strong, modern, minimal touches. You can’t help but think that this hairstyle belongs on a runway slightly influenced by Mad Max. I’ll have to find out whether this is leather, fabric, etc.

Any standouts to you this year among the sea of black? Let me know in the comments, and on to the SAG Awards! xo, MR

All images credited to Getty Images. Jessica Biel photo credit to @hairbyadir .

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