NYFW: Marchesa A/W12-13

Everything in the Marchesa collection looked as light as a feather, as fluffy as a cloud and as beautiful as a dream. Designer duo Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig continued to wow the world with creations fit for royalty and the ladies of the red carpet. The gowns were ethereally feminine with elements that just celebrate the beauty of the female form and meticulous craftsmanship. Layer upon layer of champagne tulle, and metallic silk and nude chiffon were adorned by intricate embroidery in the brightest scarlet and gold. There was even another incarnation of Blair Waldorf's infamous prom dress, which of course was another one of the duo's ornate creations. I get a sense of Oriental decadence coming through as well, with some pieces channelling the allure of Scheherazade. There really isn't much more to be said when it comes to Marchesa's Fall collection, except for they nailed the hell out of it. 

Golden Globes 2012: Best Dressed

Last night's Golden Globes officially started the 2012 awards season, and true to form, the red carpet was full of Hollywood's finest. Actors and actresses from both television and the big screen walked down the carpet in some of the most beautiful couture pieces and as always, some were better than others. The ladies definitely brought their A-Game so without further ado, here are my top favourites for Best Dressed. I hope you like them!

SOFIA VERGARA: Wearing a beautiful navy fishtail gown, custom made by one of her favourites, Vera Wang. I love the ruching and the gathering of the fabric and the dress fit Sofia like a glove! Look at that stunning hourglass figure! Sofia won together with the cast for Best Comedy TV Series, and in the fashion stakes she may as well have won a statuette. 

ZOOEY DESCHANEL: The New Girl wore a custom Prada couture dress, and while most of the critics debate over it, I thought it was the perfect choice for the singer/actress. It's sleek and shiny, and the acidic green beading adds just enough tartness to bring life and youth to what could have been a boring and predictable choice. She went for a sultry 60s Barbarella-look and it is a beautiful colour on this quirky and whimsical nominee. 

TILDA SWINTON: Once again, Tilda brought a frosty fierceness onto the red carpet with this icy blue Haider Ackermann chiffon dress and structured tuxedo jacket. It's edgy and polished, a complete standout last night in a sea of nudes and champagne hued dresses. Plus, LOVIN that hairdo that is not dissimilar to mine :P

ANGELINA JOLIE: Wearing Atelier Versace, Angelina finally broke out of her usual choice of black dresses. This cream satin gown, like the actress herself, is clean and simple- very understated glam and that flash of scarlet just complemented her alabaster skin. It's subtle colour blocking and it worked. 

NICOLE KIDMAN: It has been an underwhelming couple of seasons for the Nicole and I am so glad that she finally got her mojo back last night in this gray beaded chiffon Versace gown. It's still within her conservative frosty palette but when partnered with the cascade of her luscious red locks, it was a beautiful balance of fire and ice. The dress hugged her body perfectly, showing off those newfound curves (thanks to motherhood), and what else can I say really? Top marks!