on the red carpet: Primetime Emmys 2012

if you tuned in to this year's primetime Emmys ceremony this past weekend, you were witness to some gorgeous gowns and fabulous hair and makeup looks. i could go on and on about my favorites, but i i'd rather just share the images.

ok, and maybe some key beauty details...

best lead actress in a drama winner Claire Danes glowed with her smoky eye look, created using products by Laura Mercier {Eye Pencil in Extreme Black, Creme Eye Colour in Burnished Copper, Creme Cheek Colour in Oleander and Smooth Lip Colour in Angelic, just to name a few}, and shiny waves, created using Frizz-Ease products by John Frieda.

Kat Dennings' romantic look was stunning thanks to loose curls, a bold lip and her gorgeously glam scarlet J.Mendel gown.

perfect, sultry waves, crimson lips {Hourglass Opaque Rouge Liquid Lipstick in Icon} and flawless skin gave Mad Men star Christina Hendricks {wearing a custom Christian Siriano gown} her always fabulous  look.

with face-framing fringe and a low chignon, Zooey Deschanel was true to her personal vintage style {dress by Reem Acra}; her makeup look was glowing and soft {Hourglass Aura Sheer Cheek Stain in Flush, topped with Dior Rosy Glow in 001 petal was used on her cheeks}. a gorgeous striking pout ~ courtesy of Hourglass Opaque Rouge Liquid Lipstick in Ballet ~ finished this red carpet look.

Kerry Washington was simply stunning; from her classic updo, smooth skin {Diorskin Nude Foundation #060} and lush lashes {some individual lashes were added then topped with black Diorshow Mascara}...and her sparkly Vivienne Westwood gown? love!

a deep side part, a loose braid and soft waves, paired with winged eyeliner and a pretty pink pout, gave Kate Mara a soft-meets-edgy look; this was a gorgeous compliment to the fresh-off-the-spring-2013-runway gown by Badgley Mischka.

shimmery eyes, tousled curls and a refreshingly cool Balenciaga slip dress...i loved Kristen Wiig and her simple yet polished look.

it was all about the eyes for Ginnifer Goodwin {wearing a beautiful orange Monique Lhuillier brocade dress}  thanks to a classic, thick line on the top lids and lush, full lashes created using mark Keep It Going Longwear Eyeliner & Shadow in Entourage winged at the outer corner of eyes and mark Lash All You Want High-Volume Mascara in Black.


who were your picks for best hair/makeup/overall look at this year's primetime Emmys? leave a comment and let me know!

2009 Indie Spirit Awards

last night, the Film Independent's Spirit Awards celebrated the best in indie films. this award show is very casual compared to the sag awards and the oscars; many stars went with loose waves and curls and makeup that was fresh and pretty.



Lucy Liu looked ready for spring in a strapless pink Lanvin spring 2009 dress. she paired the dress with nude platform sandals and pink satin clutch. i love her hair-- soft waves-- and makeup-- her trademark top-lined eye, dewy skin and a nude lip.




Claire Danes, also in Lanvin, wore a two-tone dress from the spring 2009 collection. i love the necklace, which is also from that same collection. Claire wore her hair very casual and her makeup looked elegant and flattering-- lined eyes, soft peachy cheeks, and rose lipcolor-- love!




Kerry Washington wore a gorgeous bright blue dress with a bejeweled neckline. paired with classic black pumps, she finished the look off with loose waves, a soft smokey eye, fresh-looking skin and a frosty pink lip.




Andie MacDowell wore a great green dress with gold strappy heels. with loose curls and fresh makeup, i think she looks gorgeous, as usual.



Cameron Diaz wore a black and red striped dress with black Christian Louboutin pumps. her hair and makeup look is simple, and not overdone. she is a natural beauty and doesn't need much.



Taraji P. Henson looked amazing in her LBD and accessorized it with a Burberry Prorsum statement necklace and black strappy heels. her hair is super shiny and soft pinks and browns really give her face a beautiful glow.

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