2009's Ultimate Dos & Don'ts
We said: “Thumbs up for the Giles Deacon mini dress and her thigh high leather boots (this season's staple footwear), but DON’T overdo the fake tan á la Posh – it’s so not a good look.”Rex Features
PA PhotosDO #1: Leighton Meester in Bottega Veneta at the Emmys, September
We said: “We DON’T think she ever steps out of the house looking anything less than perfect, so we weren't surprised to see her looking simply gorgeous in a Bottega Veneta gown.”
DON’T #1: Madonna in Louis Vuitton at the Met Gala, May
We said: “Madonna forgoes Louis Vuitton’s hyper cool summer looks for this bizarre ensemble – thigh-high boots plus bunny ears are clearly a DON’T!”
Rex FeaturesDO #2: Cheryl Cole in Versace on the X Factor, October
We said: “Atelier Versace seems to be the singer’s go-to label for this series, and she positively glows in this structured red dress from the designer brand. DO go red for a bold and striking party season look.”
Rex FeaturesDON’T #2: Victoria Beckham in Giles at Fashion’s Night Out, September
We said: “Thumbs up for the Giles Deacon mini dress and her thigh high leather boots (this season's staple footwear), but DON’T overdo the fake tan á la Posh – it’s so not a good look.”
PA PhotosDO #3: Sienna Miller in Yves Saint Laurent at the GI Joe premiere, August
We said: “Sienna rocks her most stunning look of the GI Joe tour so far in this intricately beaded YSL dress. DO add Hollywood waves and leading lady red lipstick for instant couture perfection.”
DON’T #3: Taylor Momsen at New York Fashion Week, September
We said: “The hold-ups, the micro-mini shorts, the lashings of eyeliner? DON’T end up looking like you’re trying too hard, Taylor Momsen – effortless is where it’s at.
PA PhotosDO #4: Eva Mendes in Dolce & Gabbana at the Venice Film Festival, September
We said: “DO temper bold prints with simple black accessories, like Eva Mendes in this head-turning strapless Dolce & Gabbana gown. Jealous? Us? Never.
PA PhotosDON’T #4: Drew Barrymore in John Galliano at the Golden Globes, January
We said: “DO go for a red carpet style that’s full of personality, like Drew Barrymore in her John Galliano gown – but seriously, DON’T go overboard with the backcombing!
PA PhotosDO #5: Mischa Barton in Zac Posen at The Beautiful Life premiere, September
We said: “DO colour co-ordinate a hot pink shade with matching lipstick Mischa-style - we love this floor-sweeping fuchsia Zac Posen gown.”
DON’T #5: Sharon Stone at the Elton John AIDS foundation benefit, November
We said: “DON'T wear your Halloween costume on the red carpet, Sharon Stone!”
PA PhotosDO #7: Nicole Richie at the House of Harlow 1960 launch, March
We said: “DO go for an ultra-glam yet bohemian look this spring, like Nicole Richie who looked gorgeous in her long white halter dress and gold braided headband as she launched her new jewellery line.”
DON’T #7: Nicole Kidman in L’Wren Scott at the Nine premiere, December
We said: “DON'T choose baby pink oh ye of porcelain complexion! The usually impeccable Nicole Kidman looked washed out in this pink dress, ruffled pink cape and pale silver shoes at the LA premiere of her new movie Nine.”
PA PhotosDO #6: Lily Allen in Chanel at the GQ Awards, October
We said: “DO remember that co-ordination is key. We love the way Lily’s matched her Chanel Resort dress to her nail polish, make-up and wow-factor cocktail ring.”
Rex FeaturesDON’T #6: Kristen Stewart in Elizabeth and James at the New Moon premiere, November
We said: “DON'T forget to relax when you're having your photo taken - or you risk ending up looking like the ever-awkward Kristen Stewart in this leather and mesh Elizabeth & James number.”
PA PhotosDO #8: Chloe Sevigny in Chloé at the Manhattan Polo, June
We said: “DO add some kick-ass red lippie and retro black Wayfarers for a twist on a pretty look, like the quirky queen of cool Chloe Sevigny in this straw boater and Chloé scalloped shorts.”
Rex FeaturesDON’T #8: Agyness Deyn at the Royal Academy of Arts party, June
We said: “Aggy’s new ‘do is a major hair DON’T – nobody should be taking their style inspiration from Maggie Thatcher!”
PA PhotosDO #9: Victoria Beckham in Victoria Beckham Collection, February
We said: “DO blow your own trumpet in the most stylish way possible – by wearing on of your own designs! Victoria Beckham strikes a pose at Elton John’s Oscars party in this black, sequin-shoulder jersey dress from her own collection.”
DON’T #9: Leighton Meester at the American Eagle Outfitters opening, November
We said: “Her style crown is usually unshakeable, but we really DON'T know what Gossip Girl fashionista Leighton Meester was thinking when she put together this ‘ker-azy’ look. The busy leggings? The top knot? The futuristic bling? They're all hurting our eyes.”
PA PhotosDO #10: Kate Winslet in Yves Saint Laurent at the Oscars, February
We said: “DO dress to impress á la Academy Award winner Kate Winslet, who picked up her gong in gorgeous one-shouldered dress by Yves Saint Laurent.”
DON’T #10: Rachel Weisz in Vera Wang at the Met Gala, May
We said: “DON’T go gothic when you’re wearing a dress as pretty as this: Rachel Weisz kills the sweet feel of her pink Vera Wang gown with burgundy lipstick and a dated jewelled choker.”
PA PhotosDO #11: Diane Kruger in Jason Wu at the CFDA Fashion Awards, August
We said: “DO bag a fashion-forward outfit for a fashion-forward event, like Diane Kruger at this year’s CFDA fashion awards in a dress by up and coming designer Jason Wu.”
PA PhotosDON’T #11: Lindsay Lohan in Versace at a New York gala, October
We said: “We DON’T know what’s going on with Lindsay Lohan’s pink fluffy Versace coat, gold mini dress or patchy tan, but while this look didn’t float our boat, we have to say still can’t wait to see what she’ll wear next...”
Rex FeaturesDO #12: Taylor Swift in Reem Akra at the Country Music Awards, November
We said: “DON'T be afraid to let your inner leading lady take centre stage, like Taylor Swift who wore this fairytale-esque Reem Akra gown, complete with sparkling gold bodice, at last night's CMA Awards. She scooped the gong for Album of the Year while the GLAMOUR.com girls were giving her an A grade for her style.”
Rex FeaturesDON’T #12: Lady GaGa in Marc Jacobs at the ACE Awards, November
We said: “While we've got to give pop sensation Lady GaGa massive credit for her costume courageousness in this Marc Jacobs ensemble, but just DON’T try and work this look on your average Saturday night!”
PA PhotosDO #13: Michelle Obama in Jason Wu at the Presidential Inauguration Ball, January
We said: “With the eyes of the world on her during her husband's Inauguration day, we DON’T think Michelle Obama disappoints, looking ultra-feminine (and totally beautiful) wearing a white, embellished one-shoulder gown by Jason Wu for the Inauguration Ball in Washington.”
PA PhotosDON’T #13: Cindy Crawford in at the Met Gala, May
We said: “DON’T go overboard with the 80s trend! Cindy Crawford squeezed into this ruched blue satin number for the 2009 Met Gala – but ended up looking more prom queen that professional model.”
PA PhotosDO #14: Fearne Cotton in Moschino at the GLAMOUR Women of the Year Awards, June
We said: “DO stand out in bold colours and cute and quirky designs, like GLAMOUR.COM favourite Fearne Cotton, who wore this tiered Moschino dress and red Mary Janes on the red carpet at our Women of the Year Awards.”
Rex FeaturesDON’T #14: Britney Spears in a black body con dress in LA, August
We said: “A golden fashion rule to remember? DON’T do short hemlines with low-cut necklines, like the newly ‘blonded’ Britney in this long-sleeved, body con mini dress. She's never been the hottest fashionista on the block, but recently we've started giving up all hope!”
PA PhotosDO #15: Leona Lewis at the MTV EMAs,
We said: “We DON'T believe this is really Leona Lewis! The X Factor winner went all daring on us at last night's MTV Europe Music Awards in this gothic Vivienne Westwood dress, complete with PVC basque and huge net skirt. Now that's what we call a makeover.”
Rex FeaturesDON’T #15: Cate Blanchett in Romance Was Born at an exhibition opening in Melbourne, September
We said: “DON’T wear your rug on the red carpet next time Cate Blanchett. The usually impeccable A-lister suffered a serious fashion faux pas as she stepped out at an exhibition opening in this crocheted frock horror.”
