HOT or NOT at the Golden Globes

This year it was all sequins, puffy sleeves, mid-slit, blush gowns for the women. For the men, unlike the usual effort of 'trying' to bring fashion to the table, it was bow-tie after bow-tie! Known for being the 'party' awards, we never expect couture gowns, but we do expect classic and striking looks. For the most part, people played it safe this year, but there were a few worth talking about.

For the men...
NOT - I am completely turned off my Justin Beiber's attempt to self-promote his new movie by wearing purple 3D glasses down the carpet.

NOT - Christian Bale, although of my favorite actors, complete failed in the 'get-ready-for-red-carpet-style'. His long hair and beard were shockingly long and definitely distracted from anything he might have been saying.

Some of our favorite men wearing the classic bow-tie on Sunday were Jim Parsons, Mark Wahlberg, Alec Baldwin, Ryan Kwanton, Matthew Morrison and Jake Gyllenhaal were some of the best.
My personal favorite was Ryan Kwanton. With purple velvet, his bow-tie spoke fashion at its finest, pairing luxury, class and party worthy color.

HOT - Robert Pattinson pulled out all the stops with his Navy suit and classic tie. Almost as if not trying at all, he walked the carpet with a ease, and in complete fashion.


For our lovely ladies...
NOT - Although Olivia Wilde is always working the carpet in the best way, this year she wore a black gown that had such a huge skirt, one could fit a handful of children underneath. I kept trying to decide if she was preparing for Miss America or to be a topper on my little girl's birthday cake.

NOT - When it comes to style, Tina Fey seems to always get caught between trying to keep things classic, but not go over the top. Unfortunately her efforts continually seem to land her in a "what was she thinking" look. Wearing a Lauren Scott, v-neck, puffy-sleeved, navy gown, did nothing but bring eyes in all the wrong places. On top of this, her hair was frazzled and make-up too simple. In the end, she reminded me of a dying peacock.

Some of the favorites were Angelina Jolie in emerald, Julianne Moore in a drop-dead, figure-flattering fuchsia, Lanvin, Catherine Zeta Jones in a hunter green, Monique Llulier gown (almost too much, worthy for the Academy Awards) and Claire Danes in a spot-on, salmon, halter style gown from the Calvin Klein Collection.
                            
HOT - Perfection graced the carpet with Natalie Portman. In a divine Viktor and Rolf, Blush floor length beautifully with a red rose and trailing details. Not only was she an angel on the carpet, but also a pregnant momy-to-be!!

For more great 'carpet' Hots and Nots...look forward to all the award show re-caps coming up. XOXO - J