It's All About The Fashion, Part 3
Here's a Red Carpet Review of the 2008 Emmy Awards.
There were many recurring fashion themes:
* Primary colours
* Metallic & shimmer
* Tiers
* Lace
* One-shoulder & strapless
* Jeweled & plunging necklines
* Bows
* Updo hairstyles
There are 50 pictures under the cut. Click on thumbnails to view larger images.
Note: The following are the Best and Worst Dressed according to TV Guide, Entertainment Weekly, People & AOL. I'm not a fashion expert, just a kid in a candy store.
Best Dressed
Mariska Hargitay
Gown by Carolina Herrera - Marigold
How many people can pull off this bright a yellow? It's a bold choice, but I think she's glowing.
America Ferrera
Vintage Werle Gown - Black
Gorgeous. America is always styled well. I love her hair and the vintage accessories.
The only negative I read about this dress was the length... too short.
Heidi Klum
Armani Prive Gown - Gun Metal Gray
The asymmetry of this gown is flattering. She's tall and thin, so the layers give her a lot of shape and flow.
The butterfly earrings are an interesting choice.
Christina Applegate
Gown by Reem Acra - Ice Blue & Gold
Stunning! One of my favourite dresses of the night. I love the large bow at her waist dropping to a train.
The pastel blue looks pretty against her skin.
Debra Messing
Gown by Monique Lhuillier - Black
This was on everyone's best dressed list, but I'm not a fan. It looks more like a negligee, and it's just a lot of black.
With her red hair, she would pop in a vibrant jewel tone (as worn by Christina Hendricks later in this picspam).
Hayden Panettiere
Gown by Badgley Mischka - Black
The detailing around the bodice is very pretty. I also like her sweeping bangs. She looks elegant without looking too old.
Brooke Shields
Gown by Badgley Mischka - Fuchsia
Brooke knocks them all on their asses! That's all I'm going to say about that.
Sandra Oh
Gown by Oscar de la Renta - Black
An overwhelming hit. I love the peek-a-boo lace on top and chiffon on bottom. I've never seen her hair more pretty.
Evangeline Lilly
Gown by Elie Saab - Champagne
I usually like Saab's creations, but this one leaves me lukewarm. Is she supposed to look like a 6-tiered wedding cake? I feel like I'm being attacked by isosceles triangles. Pretty hair and earrings, though.
Lauren Conrad
Gown by Lauren Conrad - Black
It looks like she's trying to disguise a baby bump (no, she's not prego).
FYI, this is being dubbed a maternity muumuu.
Cynthia Nixon
Gown by Calvin Klein - Pale Seafoam
Gorgeous colour on Cynthia. Unfortunately, the pleating across her bust line is a bit distracting.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Gown by Narciso Rodriguez - Salmon
Great colour. Tasteful peek-a-boo. She looks amazing!
Olivia Wilde
Gown by Reem Acra - Pearl Gray
Only someone with her skin tone could pull this off, and she does it in spades! The train, the bodice, the neckline and the cap sleeves with beading on them... are romantic and elegant. She's in my top 3.
Teri Hatcher
Gown by Monique Lhuillier - Canary Yellow
So many fans of this dress, yet I feel like Bo Peep has lost her sheep.
Best Dressed in Purple
Nicollette Sheridan
Gown by Angel Sanchez - Purple
Another one of my favourite gowns. (FYI, I love purple)! The pleats and ruffles are pretty.
Tina Fey
Gown by David Meister - Deep Purple
Gorgeous silhouette and pretty pleating on the bottom of the skirt.
My only peeve is her earrings should be a bit longer or more spectacular.
Holly Hunter
Gown by Jenny Packham - Lavender
Good colour choice and the halter style is flattering.
Julie Benz
Purple Gown
I simply adore this dress. It's my #1!
I scoured the internet to find out who designed it. No luck.
Mixed Reviews
Christina Hendricks
Gown by Tadashi Shoji - Emerald Green
Apparently, someone at AOL is put off by her voluptuousness. I think her slit-up-to-there and cut-down-to-there neckline are tasteful. What's a girl to do when she's got lots to work with... wear a garbage bag? If you gots it, flaunts it.
Jenna Fischer
Gown by Gustavo Cadile - Pastel Blue & Green
I'm not loving the mermaid style or the combination of colours. Is that brown? Dark green?
This dress makes her look boxy. On the positive side, her hair is pretty.
Eva Longoria-Parker
Gown by Marchesa - Ice Blue
Some like that she chose a short number. Others thought the flapper fringe was too much.
I definitely don't like the Christmas bow across her chest.
Mary-Louise Parker
Gown by Roberto Cavalli - Cerulean Blue
I have mixed feelings also. Maybe blue is the wrong colour.
Maybe it's her over-teased hair. I'm confused.
Kate Walsh
Gown by Zuhair Murad - Black
It's a bit busy. Would have looked much better without the rosette at the chest.
Kyra Sedgwick
Gown by L'Wren Scott - White
Aside from the claw-attacking bust line, she looks stunning.
Mindy Kaling
Bronze Gown
The pleating on the skirt isn't overly flattering, but pictures don't do this dress justice.
Lisa Edelstein
Gown by Reem Acra - Black & White
Cute dress. I love the black lace overlay. I'm not sure it needed the red? lace hanging at the bottom.
I like that she brought something different to the red carpet. Also, her hair is adorable.
Worst Dressed
Marcia Cross
Gown by Elie Saab - Pale Pink
I agree with most... the colour washes her out. Why mute the fire?
Vanessa Williams
Gown by Kevan Hall - Black & White
I think she looks lovely. Although, it looks like she spilled Kool-Aid on the bottom of her skirt.
Elizabeth Mitchell
Gown by Fiorucci - Metallic
She should have lost that necklace on the way to the awards. Also, her skirt is too short.
Jennifer Love Hewitt
Gown by Carolina Herrera - Black & White
Too much braiding on the skirt did her in. It looks much better up close. So, not entirely horrible.
Emilie de Ravin
Gown by Matthew Williamson Islay - Shades of Blue
Another tiered number. Olivia Wilde did the goddess look better.
Laura Dern
Raspberry Gown
Lovely colour... too bad the neckline makes her shoulders look very broad. And, pockets are so 2006.
Kathy Griffin
Green Gown
Looks like drapery. The tulle belt and hem on the dress are atrocious.
Rose Byrne
Gown by Calvin Klein - White
What exactly was she thinking?
Christina DeRosa
Gown by Tai Sheyn - White
No, it's not Alyssa Milano.
White ruffles, a matching fan clutch and peep-toe platforms? Yikes!
Honourable Mention
Felicity Huffman
Gown by Reem Acra - White & Glitter
Lovely silhouette and the mermaid fishtail is a pretty detail.
Some hated the neckline. What do you think?
Jennifer Morrison
Gown by Marchesa - Soft Gold
It's really simple and pretty.
Kathleen Robertson
Dust Pink Gown
She's a new Mom, and she looks awesome.
Hot Couples
Jaime Bergman & David Boreanaz
I love her dress! David's pant legs are too long, but he gets a pass because of that gorgeous face.
Nancy Walls & Steve Carell
Pretty dress colour. Smart-looking couple.
Jon Hamm & Jennifer Westfeldt
Sexy!
David Burtka & Neil Patrick Harris
Doogie looks handsome, even though he knows I dislike bow ties.
Mia Kim & Daniel Dae Kim
Classy and elegant.
The Guys
Michael C. Hall
What a devilish smile. He looks soooo good.
Jeremy Piven
The Piv sure loves his pinstripes.
Alan Cumming
Why?
John Slattery & Matthew Weiner
Slats is such a silver fox!
Bryan Cranston
The upset winner. I'm a fan of the dark shirt and light tie.
Memorable Moments
Jeremy Piven & Amy Poehler
Do pregnant ladies really like it when people touch/kiss their bellies?
Mad Men
Cast
Fashionable... on the show and in real life.
That was fun. Hope you liked the picspam!
There were many recurring fashion themes:
* Primary colours
* Metallic & shimmer
* Tiers
* Lace
* One-shoulder & strapless
* Jeweled & plunging necklines
* Bows
* Updo hairstyles
There are 50 pictures under the cut. Click on thumbnails to view larger images.
Note: The following are the Best and Worst Dressed according to TV Guide, Entertainment Weekly, People & AOL. I'm not a fashion expert, just a kid in a candy store.
Best Dressed
Mariska Hargitay
Gown by Carolina Herrera - Marigold
How many people can pull off this bright a yellow? It's a bold choice, but I think she's glowing.
America Ferrera
Vintage Werle Gown - Black
Gorgeous. America is always styled well. I love her hair and the vintage accessories.
The only negative I read about this dress was the length... too short.
Heidi Klum
Armani Prive Gown - Gun Metal Gray
The asymmetry of this gown is flattering. She's tall and thin, so the layers give her a lot of shape and flow.
The butterfly earrings are an interesting choice.
Christina Applegate
Gown by Reem Acra - Ice Blue & Gold
Stunning! One of my favourite dresses of the night. I love the large bow at her waist dropping to a train.
The pastel blue looks pretty against her skin.
Debra Messing
Gown by Monique Lhuillier - Black
This was on everyone's best dressed list, but I'm not a fan. It looks more like a negligee, and it's just a lot of black.
With her red hair, she would pop in a vibrant jewel tone (as worn by Christina Hendricks later in this picspam).
Hayden Panettiere
Gown by Badgley Mischka - Black
The detailing around the bodice is very pretty. I also like her sweeping bangs. She looks elegant without looking too old.
Brooke Shields
Gown by Badgley Mischka - Fuchsia
Brooke knocks them all on their asses! That's all I'm going to say about that.
Sandra Oh
Gown by Oscar de la Renta - Black
An overwhelming hit. I love the peek-a-boo lace on top and chiffon on bottom. I've never seen her hair more pretty.
Evangeline Lilly
Gown by Elie Saab - Champagne
I usually like Saab's creations, but this one leaves me lukewarm. Is she supposed to look like a 6-tiered wedding cake? I feel like I'm being attacked by isosceles triangles. Pretty hair and earrings, though.
Lauren Conrad
Gown by Lauren Conrad - Black
It looks like she's trying to disguise a baby bump (no, she's not prego).
FYI, this is being dubbed a maternity muumuu.
Cynthia Nixon
Gown by Calvin Klein - Pale Seafoam
Gorgeous colour on Cynthia. Unfortunately, the pleating across her bust line is a bit distracting.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Gown by Narciso Rodriguez - Salmon
Great colour. Tasteful peek-a-boo. She looks amazing!
Olivia Wilde
Gown by Reem Acra - Pearl Gray
Only someone with her skin tone could pull this off, and she does it in spades! The train, the bodice, the neckline and the cap sleeves with beading on them... are romantic and elegant. She's in my top 3.
Teri Hatcher
Gown by Monique Lhuillier - Canary Yellow
So many fans of this dress, yet I feel like Bo Peep has lost her sheep.
Best Dressed in Purple
Nicollette Sheridan
Gown by Angel Sanchez - Purple
Another one of my favourite gowns. (FYI, I love purple)! The pleats and ruffles are pretty.
Tina Fey
Gown by David Meister - Deep Purple
Gorgeous silhouette and pretty pleating on the bottom of the skirt.
My only peeve is her earrings should be a bit longer or more spectacular.
Holly Hunter
Gown by Jenny Packham - Lavender
Good colour choice and the halter style is flattering.
Julie Benz
Purple Gown
I simply adore this dress. It's my #1!
I scoured the internet to find out who designed it. No luck.
Mixed Reviews
Christina Hendricks
Gown by Tadashi Shoji - Emerald Green
Apparently, someone at AOL is put off by her voluptuousness. I think her slit-up-to-there and cut-down-to-there neckline are tasteful. What's a girl to do when she's got lots to work with... wear a garbage bag? If you gots it, flaunts it.
Jenna Fischer
Gown by Gustavo Cadile - Pastel Blue & Green
I'm not loving the mermaid style or the combination of colours. Is that brown? Dark green?
This dress makes her look boxy. On the positive side, her hair is pretty.
Eva Longoria-Parker
Gown by Marchesa - Ice Blue
Some like that she chose a short number. Others thought the flapper fringe was too much.
I definitely don't like the Christmas bow across her chest.
Mary-Louise Parker
Gown by Roberto Cavalli - Cerulean Blue
I have mixed feelings also. Maybe blue is the wrong colour.
Maybe it's her over-teased hair. I'm confused.
Kate Walsh
Gown by Zuhair Murad - Black
It's a bit busy. Would have looked much better without the rosette at the chest.
Kyra Sedgwick
Gown by L'Wren Scott - White
Aside from the claw-attacking bust line, she looks stunning.
Mindy Kaling
Bronze Gown
The pleating on the skirt isn't overly flattering, but pictures don't do this dress justice.
Lisa Edelstein
Gown by Reem Acra - Black & White
Cute dress. I love the black lace overlay. I'm not sure it needed the red? lace hanging at the bottom.
I like that she brought something different to the red carpet. Also, her hair is adorable.
Worst Dressed
Marcia Cross
Gown by Elie Saab - Pale Pink
I agree with most... the colour washes her out. Why mute the fire?
Vanessa Williams
Gown by Kevan Hall - Black & White
I think she looks lovely. Although, it looks like she spilled Kool-Aid on the bottom of her skirt.
Elizabeth Mitchell
Gown by Fiorucci - Metallic
She should have lost that necklace on the way to the awards. Also, her skirt is too short.
Jennifer Love Hewitt
Gown by Carolina Herrera - Black & White
Too much braiding on the skirt did her in. It looks much better up close. So, not entirely horrible.
Emilie de Ravin
Gown by Matthew Williamson Islay - Shades of Blue
Another tiered number. Olivia Wilde did the goddess look better.
Laura Dern
Raspberry Gown
Lovely colour... too bad the neckline makes her shoulders look very broad. And, pockets are so 2006.
Kathy Griffin
Green Gown
Looks like drapery. The tulle belt and hem on the dress are atrocious.
Rose Byrne
Gown by Calvin Klein - White
What exactly was she thinking?
Christina DeRosa
Gown by Tai Sheyn - White
No, it's not Alyssa Milano.
White ruffles, a matching fan clutch and peep-toe platforms? Yikes!
Honourable Mention
Felicity Huffman
Gown by Reem Acra - White & Glitter
Lovely silhouette and the mermaid fishtail is a pretty detail.
Some hated the neckline. What do you think?
Jennifer Morrison
Gown by Marchesa - Soft Gold
It's really simple and pretty.
Kathleen Robertson
Dust Pink Gown
She's a new Mom, and she looks awesome.
Hot Couples
Jaime Bergman & David Boreanaz
I love her dress! David's pant legs are too long, but he gets a pass because of that gorgeous face.
Nancy Walls & Steve Carell
Pretty dress colour. Smart-looking couple.
Jon Hamm & Jennifer Westfeldt
Sexy!
David Burtka & Neil Patrick Harris
Doogie looks handsome, even though he knows I dislike bow ties.
Mia Kim & Daniel Dae Kim
Classy and elegant.
The Guys
Michael C. Hall
What a devilish smile. He looks soooo good.
Jeremy Piven
The Piv sure loves his pinstripes.
Alan Cumming
Why?
John Slattery & Matthew Weiner
Slats is such a silver fox!
Bryan Cranston
The upset winner. I'm a fan of the dark shirt and light tie.
Memorable Moments
Jeremy Piven & Amy Poehler
Do pregnant ladies really like it when people touch/kiss their bellies?
Mad Men
Cast
Fashionable... on the show and in real life.
That was fun. Hope you liked the picspam!