Style Dos and Don’ts Of 2011
From fabulous frocks to red carpet roadkill, we covered it all in 2011. We've got repeat offenders, some ladies working both DOs and DON'Ts (hello, Gaga!) and some who just never put a foot wrong (oh, Blake, how we love you). Here's our round-up of the best, worst and downright craziest A-list looks of the year
PA PhotosDO #1: Selena Gomez at the 2011 American Music Awards, November
We said: “Selena Gomez gets red carpet dressing spot on in her ultra-glamorous Giorgio Armani gown and Jimmy Choos. There's just no denying that that thigh-high split, plunging neckline and luxe fringed hem detail DO all add up to a stellar fashion moment!”
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PA PhotosDON’T #1: Lauren Pope at the Macmillan Centenary Gala, November
We said: “Oh, dear. Less isn't always more, Lauren Pope - particularly at a high-class charity gala! We're all for flashing a bit of flesh, but DON'T go the whole hog and leave absolutely nothing to the imagination. What's sexy about that?”
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Rex FeaturesDO #2: Lady Gaga on the street in New York, October
We said: “This is a rather sedate outfit for Lady Gaga and one we'd happily emulate! From the long leather gloves, diamante accessories and high octane heels (DO, DO and DO!), we're loving it all.”
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PA PhotosDON’T #2: Rebecca Hall at The Awakening premiere, October
We said: “We've tried our utmost to get over any irrational dislike for Rebecca Hall's outfit but, sadly, failed. The aggressive geometry of her dress paired with those achingly directional shoes is a DON'T in our book. It's just too studied cool.”
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WENNDO #3: Kate Moss at The Wolesley, February
We said: “DO layer grey on grey and nude on nude for an ultra-luxe look like Kate Moss, who we spotted sashaying out of The Wolesley restaurant in this slick pant suit.”
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Rex FeaturesDON’T #3: Christina Aguilera out and about in LA, October
We said: “While we're all for Christina Aguilera's aggressive femininity - go the sisterhood! - we DON'T think we like this game of trying to work out whether she's wearing shorts or a mini skirt or nothing every day. Perhaps someone should tell her that trophy trousers are in?”
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PA PhotosDO #4: Zoe Saldana at the Cannes Film Festival, May
We said: “No red carpet occasion on the horizon? Never fear; take Zoe Saldana's lead and DO stand out from the crowd regardless with a bold colour, print and paparazzi-perfect pose. She looks every inch the superstar in this Giorgio Armani column dress with Nicholas Kirkwood heels.”
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PA PhotosDON’T #4: Nicki Minaj at the American Music Award 2011 Nominations, October
We said: “While we're all for showing a bit of extra skin when wearing a longer-length skirt, we feel Nicki Minaj has got her style notes a little mixed up. A few words of advice: DON'T leave home in just your bra!”
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Rex FeaturesDO #5: Olivia Palermo at Our Idiot Brother screening, August
We said: “Olivia Palermo is a big fan of Tibi, and here is the fashion aficionado sporting the NYC brand again. We DO applaud such bold print-wearing.”
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PA PhotosDON’T #5: Rachel Zoe at the Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic, October
We said: “Her client list may include Anne Hathaway and Cameron Diaz, but Rachel Zoe proves here that sometimes even super-stylists need help. DON'T take a trend too literally by wearing it head-to-toe - instead, just select one or two key pieces.”
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Rex FeaturesDO #6: Emma Stone at the US GLAMOUR Women Of The Year Awards, November
We said: “DO inject autumnal hues into your wardrobe in shades of burnished amber, russet and chartreuse. Emma Stone's Lanvin gown would still be beautiful if it was black, but it wouldn't have half the impact. Simply stunning.”
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PA PhotosDON’T #6: Evan Rachel Wood at The Ides Of March premiere, October
We said: “DON'T forget where you're going when you get dressed. Evan Rachel Wood's pussy-bow leather dress and hat ensemble would be ok for a lunch date with friends; not so appealing at a film premiere."
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PA PhotosDO #7: Alexa Chung at the British Fashion Awards 2011, November
We said: "Looking like the epitome of London cool, Alexa Chung lit up the red carpet at the British Fashion Awards in an adorable mini dress and covetable cat pumps. DO applaud this stylista's look - she's the ultimate wardrobe pin-up."
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PA PhotosDON’T #7: Abbie Cornish at the Limitless premiere, March
We said: “Full bust + braces = please DON'T. The line of this outfit makes Abbie Cornish look far bigger than we know she really is.”
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Rex FeaturesDO #8: Kristen Stewart at the Met Ball, May
We said: “Kristen Stewart can look awkward on the red carpet but thankfully, this isn’t one of these occasions and we DO think she pulls off this Proenza Schouler gown with aplomb. Those simple lines and that bold, graphic pattern suit her to a T.”
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PA PhotosDON’T #8: Tyra Banks at the Teen Choice Awards, August
We said: “Sorry, Tyra Banks, but this outfit makes us exclaim eek rather than chic! Learn from her mistake and DON'T overdo the fetish trend; it's an 'approach with caution' catwalk look.”
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Rex FeaturesDO #9: Isabel Lucas on the street in Sydney, October
We said: “The jumper! The hat! The turn-ups! The apple! Surely we're not alone in hoping that if we DO manage to stare at this shot of Isabel Lucas looking insanely stylish for long enough, some of her fashion magic will rub off on us...”
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Rex FeaturesDON’T #9: Irina Shayk at the Friends With Benefits premiere, July
We said: “While we're all for a great LBD, we DON'T quite know how we feel about one that's slashed to the, er, well, there. There are many words we could apply to Irina Shayk's style - subtle is not one of them.”
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Rex FeaturesDO #10: Kate Middleton on the royal tour of Canada, July
We said: “Yes, Kate Middleton is wearing that Reiss dress from the official engagement pictures here! This is a fashion lesson for all of us – DO put a fresh twist on your favourite wardrobe pieces with punchy accessories. Great hat!”
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Rex FeaturesDON’T #10: Lady Gaga making an appearance at Sirius Radio Studios, July
We said: “Do do sheer. Just DON'T do it Lady Gaga-style, with added fishnets, PVC crop top and lace gimp mask.”
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Rex FeaturesDO #11: Emma Watson at the Harry Potter NY premiere, July
We said: “DO make like Emma Watson and take a fashion risk if you're feeling confident - this bronze Bottega Veneta gown, which she wore last night the New York premiere of the final Harry Potter film, was quite a departure from the fairytale Oscar de la Renta she wore in London.”
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PA PhotosDON’T #11: Jessica Szohr at the MTV Movie Awards, June
We said: “DON'T opt for a kooky look unless you're 100 per cent convinced about it. Jessica Szohr looks uncomfortable in this Alice + Olivia print jumpsuit - it's too dress-down for evening. Adding some jewellery, a neater shoe and some wow hair would've upped its style cred.”
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PA PhotosDO #12: Rihanna at the BRIT Awards, February
We said: “DO rip up the fashion rule book – like Rihanna, here in Christian Dior Haute Couture – and clash all the colours you love. She's our favourite red carpet renegade, who ups her game every time.”
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PA PhotosDON’T #12: Sarah Owen at Lily Allen’s wedding, June
We said: "While we're all for enhancing your cleavage for a confidence boost, showing quite so much of it off at a wedding is a DON'T in our style book. Particularly when it's your sister who's the bride. Yes, we're looking at you, Sarah Owen! Great dress; wrong occasion."
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PA PhotosDO #13: Florence Welch at the Elton John Oscars party, February
We said: “DO channel Florence Welch's boho vibe with spring's favourite skirt length - the maxi. Hit the high street now to stock up on the best buys before everyone else gets there.”
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PA PhotosDON’T #13: JK Rowling at the Harry Potter premiere, July
We said: “Oh, dear. We feel JK Rowland's pain - how do you choose what to wear to the biggest moment of your professional career, ever? We can't blame her for opting for a fairytale gown (like Emma Watson's, it's by Oscar de la Renta) but sadly, we DON'T rate it. It's just too fussy on her and, dare we say it, looks a little frumpy.”
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PA PhotosDO #14: Blake Lively at the Green Lantern LA premiere, June
We said: “Even if, like Blake Lively, you've got legs to die for, DO consider dropping your hemline. Our favourite Gossip Girl still managed to flash a bit of thigh thanks to the sheer skirt of her Chanel Couture dress. Cunning!”
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PA PhotosDON’T #14: Cheryl Cole at the US X Factor launch, May
We said: “DON'T take colour blocking too far! Cheryl Cole embraced the trend with gusto at the US X Factor launch, going for all-out brights with this tangerine top, aquamarine belt and purple hipster trousers - a look that was roundly panned by critics.”
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Rex FeaturesDO #15: Kate Winslet at Venice Film Festival, September
We said: “Kate Winslet rocks the Venice Film Festival red carpet in another figure-skimming dress by Stella McCartney. DO take the hint and buy into the celeb trend for optical illusion dresses immediately – it's set to run and run.”
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PA PhotosDON’T #15: Ciara at the NBA All-Star Game, February
We said: “Statement necklace, crisp white tee, thigh-baring denim cut-offs... DON'T go and spoil a great outfit with terrible heels like Ciara's!”
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WENNDO #16: Chloe Moretz at the Gold Cup Polo Final, July
We said: “Remember the girl from Kick Ass? Well, Chloe Moretz is now a fast-growing-up 14-years-old and her wardrobe is a dynamite den of style DOs. We’re so going shopping at lunchtime to buy a boater hat.”
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PA PhotosDON’T #16: Daisy Lowe at the BAFTAs, May
We said: “DON'T think that you have to play peek-a-boo with your fashion audience, like Daisy Lowe, in order to turn heads.”
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PA PhotosDO #17: Angelina Jolie at the Golden Globes, January
We said: “Emerald green has been a big DO on the red carpet already and awards season has only just begun! Angelina Jolie's Versace outfit ticks all the style boxes, from sparkle to sexy fitted waistband.”
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Rex FeaturesDON’T #17: Amber Rose shopping in LA, May
We said: “We're going to put this out there: we quite like boiler suits. Just DON'T opt for a bright yellow one - with Timberland boots - unless you want to look like a plant worker. We're looking at you, Amber Rose.”
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Rex FeaturesDO #18: Pippa Middleton on the street in London, June
We said: “Off-duty denim and a pretty white frock - this dress is a cashmere-cotton by Tania Laurie - are major fashion DOs and go perfectly, as demonstrated by the most talked-about street style star of the hour, Pippa Middleton.”
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PA PhotosDON’T #18: Miranda Kerr at the Met Ball, May
We said: “DON'T think too far outside the fashion box when dressing for a red carpet event. We actually love this cropped-length Marchesa gown, but we wish Miranda Kerr had opted for some understated nude pumps to finish her look.”
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PA PhotosDO #19: Diane Kruger at the Chanel Couture show, July
We said: “Is it a Little White Dress, or a Long White Dress? Who cares, when it's this beautiful? DO do a Diane Kruger and scout for dresses that have a standout USP; that way, you'll ensure all eyes are on you.”
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WennDON’T #19: Lily Cole at the JUST Pop-Up Shop launch, April
We said: “DON'T attempt a teeny shorts, cropped vest and bomber jacket look in clashing metallics unless you are actually a supermodel. Though we're not actually convinced even Lily Cole pulls this one off. Sorry, Lily!”
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PA PhotosDO #20: Gwen Stefani at the amfAR gala in Cannes, May
We said: “DO go wild with desire over Gwen Stefani's hot sparkly frock by her own label L.A.M.B. – we have! We simply cannot find fault with this outfit; it's pure, high octane glamour at its best.”
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PA PhotosDON’T #20: Leona Lewis at the Justin Bieber: Never Say Never premiere, February
We said: “Match a high-waisted skirts with cropped tops this summer – just DON'T go for the 'lips-as-a-bra' look, like Leona Lewis!”
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