With the world's most-watched fashion show set for tonight (red carpet kicks off at 6 pm EST, telecast at 8:30 pm), I thought it would be fun to pick three strong dresses from the Fall 2010 runways and see if perhaps they'll show up at the Academy Awards.
First up, Marchesa: Georgina Chapman quickly grew into a perennial red-carpet winner - not surprising, as her gowns are consistently romantic, statement-worthy and memorable. From her Fall presentation, I love this one-shoulder lace and silver-beaded affair. And let's face it, one-shoulder gowns have become a staple silhouette on red carpets, so who might wear this? Anne Hathaway? Anna Kendrick? Weigh in with your comments below.
Next, Monique Lhuillier: This finale gown from her Fall 2010 show sort of screams Oscars, as it's a gorgeous color and just the right amount of drama. With its strapless neckline (another red-carpet favorite), this gown is also quite bling-friendly, perfect for a statement necklace by Bulgari or Tony Duquette. Kate Winslet rarely wears American designers, but this gown seems tailor-made for her, or wouldn't it be great to see Tina Fey try a gown with this styling? She rarely goes for the frills, but after that slightly disastrous Zac Posen prom look at the Golden Globes, a dress like this, paired with a low, tousled chignon, is precisely what Fey needs.
Finally, Alberta Ferretti: I love this dress from her Fall collection. It's dreamy, tasteful, ethereal and luxe. Her use of the trompe l'oeil jewelry draped across dusty rose chiffon is nothing less than sublime. A strong cuff, chandelier earrings and a bag with a little bit of shimmer, and there's no way you're incurring the wrath of all those red-carpet haters who weigh in with snarky opinions the next day. For this look, perhaps Penelope Cruz or even Carey Mulligan, who is rumored to be considering a European designer.
No one knows for certain who will wear what until Hollywood's A-listers hit the red carpet, but this is my wish list. What's yours? Stay tuned ...
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