Hello folks! Despite not blogging for a while, I had been keeping an eye on the world of fashion and here are my top looks from the month of August.
Marisa Tomei's Preen dress from the Venice Film was wonderful and she did not ruin the look by wearing plain black pumps, but smartly chose those sleek sandals.
SJP opted for a Prabal Gurung sheath on the promo tour for her summer movie, "I Don't Know How She Does It", wearing it with cap toe heels (an odd choice, but that's Sarah Jessica Parker for you!).
Olivia Munn struck gold at a movie premiere in August, by choosing this colour-block, one-shoulder Carolina Herrera cocktail dress and those delicious coral and gold earrings. The slicked back hair added polish to her look, as did that clutch and nude leather peeptoes.
Hollywood favourite Emma Stone played with colour, in this hot pink Christopher Kane dress that had a pleated bottom. She finished the look off with satin lime-green Brian Atwoods and drop earrings.
Kim Kardashian looked great at a music do in a pale, figure-hugging Antonio Berardi gown with a signature cinched in waist.
Lea Michele finally did it - she looked effortlessly great at a Fox beach event in a column dress by Marchesa. Tousled hair and a jewelled Judith Leiber clutch finished off her look.
Zoe Saldana has had a fabulously stylish summer so it's no surprise that she features thrice in this post.
She worked the coloured leather mini dress trend in a salmon hued Valentino number, accessorising it with ivory earrings, clutch and nude pointy heels. 'Leather' and 'lady-like' don't usually mix but here's an exception!
Her playful Proenza Schouler dress was an instant hit with me - it's Proenza!
Anne Hathaway's Alexander McQueen LBD with gold detail had me reminiscing of her 'Princess Diaries' days and since I'm unashamedly a fan of the series, this was a good thing.
Her attempt at the suit might not have gone down well according to others but I love the quirk she's bringing with the plain ol' tailored blazer and pants. I think it's those sunnies.
I make a list of the best looks and Diane Kruger isn't present in it? Highly improbable. Miss Kruger lightened up the Instyle carpet in her menswear-inspired Jason Wu ensemble. And those shoes. Those shoes!
Olivia Palermo, an omnipresent member of standard best-dressed lists also makes an appearance in mine, thanks to her all-blue Tibi outfit.
The month saw many a stylish casual looks, but here are my favourites.
Freida Pinto rocked this colour-block Michael Kors dress like no other; the matching sandals could have been a deal-breaker but they totally work here. The strategically placed colour blocks add curves to the otherwise petite Freida - smart girl (or stylist).
Zoe Saldana nailed the jumpsuit trend in her silk, army-coloured number. And those heels are beautiful!
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Nicky Hilton was at a brand's do wearing a very Nicole Richie-esque ensemble! The kimono top, long gold necklace, high heels... no complains though. Nicky's make up is fresh and clean and that makes this look work. 
At the John Varvatos Stuart House event in LA, Jayma Mays looked cute in a day look. She paired a white v-neck, sleeveless tank with a tan calf-length skirt. The straw bag is a nice relaxed touch and the black bow matches perfectly with her black flats! 
Jessica Alba went all edgy at an event in head-to-toe Proenza Schouler. It's all crazy but it's Proenza! 
Actress Michelle Monaghan was at the Tom Ford store launch, wearing a sand coloured Roland Mouret dress. The silhoutte is sleek but interesting, she's wearing dark purple Brian Atwoods. 
Nicole Richie attended an Oscar party wearing a white Halston dress with a cutout, I think the dress would have looked better without the cutout but everything else about her look is impeccable as always. 
Vanessa Hudgens wore a faux-wrap velvet Catherine Malandrino dress with delicate necklaces. But those fishnet tights must go ASAP!
Camilla Belle attended the Chanel dinner in Hollywood post Oscars in a navy tweed dress by the label with matching ankle-strap pumps, it's a very classy look. 
Jennifer Lopez attempted to channel her inner teenager in a wrong outfit. Everything about this look is wrong and the items must be returned to Forever 21, or whichever store she shopped at. 
Heidi Klum wore a dazzling (not in the best way) grey Julien McDonald dress - I know Heidi's style is always very all out but the mirrors, sparkles and lame fabric all add to make it look OTT (the glittery silver Louboutins don't help either).
Kim Kardashian wore another navy, strapless, mermaid hem gown (this time by J Mendel). She's done this look to death, time to move on Kim. 
Heidi Klum looked amazing in a Julien McDonald gown in gold with flowy sleeves - the design is very reminiscent of Taylor Swift's Met Gala gown which she wore in 2010 (it was a Ralph Lauren). 
Nicole Kidman wore a dark navy Nina Ricci gown, it fit her well but I wish Nicole would wear colour on the red carpet again! Getting bored of these snooze-worthy choices now. I might be in the minority here but I didn't like Dianna Agron's look. The dress was a vintage Chanel and I think it would have suited someone like Carey Mulligan more. I also had shoe issues! Those black Ferregamo pumps are so unsightly and chunky. The smoky eyes didn't work for me either, sorry Dianna!
Mariska Hargitay of Law & Order: SVU wore a bright indigo strapless gown by Isaac Mizrahi and added some interesting jewelery, love those turquoise earrings. Julia Stiles wore an ombré effect dress by Monique Lhuillier, simple but striking.
Olivia Wilde took in the Armani Privé show at the Paris Fashion Week and wore a low cut sparkly number from the label. Once again, no flaws to be found! Jessica Alba exited the Gucci store in Paris wearing this flirty floral skirt which she paired with some seriously fierce black booties. Thandie Newton looked all cool and collected in an aqua print Jonathan Saunders dress, the black Lulu Guinness lips clutch and white peeptoes really enhance the look.
Reese Witherspoon, while at an Avon event wore this lovely Jason Wu dress, it looks great on her and the colour is refreshing. Whitney Port wore this vintage Thierry Mugler dress at a L'Oreal event in NYC. Her shiny locks and the shiny pailletes on this dress make for a fab combo. Kim Kardashian's casual look was beautiful! I loved how she played with tan, gold and neutral shades without looking like an eye-sore... also, she seems to be make-up free! Hallelujah!
So here are the good lookin' people with the good lookin' fashion. Natalie Portman (pictured with Ashton Kutcher) looked radiant in a ruffle-layer dark blue Jason Wu number. Her hair looked pretty and I loved her drop crystal earrings. Emma Roberts too wore a strapless ruffled Dior LBD, with rose satin Brian Atwood pumps and pale pink drop earrings! Simple, yet elegant.
Selena Gomez wore a pale Paul Ka number with Guiseppe Zanotti peeptoes and Taylor Swift wore a similar coloured J Mendel dress with Prada heels and Neil Lane jewels.
Kim Kardashian looked quite nice! (That's supposed to be a surprise tone.) She was wearing a Malandrino dress which she paired with nude peeptoes. I quite liked her hairstyle too, it's a change from her usual style. Minka Kelly & Leighton Meester (co-stars in new suspense flick "The Roommate") looked so great! I especially love how Leighton played with colour - from those gorgeous coral earrings to the smashing Vionnet dress. Both wore Brian Atwood heels and Minka was carrying a Bottega Venneta knot clutch. 
