Vangarde Girls: Versace

BY VANGARDE GIRL NELLE, FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Angelina Jolie in Atelier Versace; Anne Hathaway in Giorgio Armani

Angelina and Anne sported similar looks to the 68th Annual Golden Globes on January 15, 2011. Both actresses chose long sleeved structured shoulder floor length gowns, even the hair is in sync with one another. I was having trouble choosing a favorite while viewing the looks separately . Now that I've placed both looks side by side my eyes are locked in on Ms. Jolie. What makes Angelina's gown a winner?

#1 Neckline - The boat neckline is much more flattering than the crew neckline on Anne's gown.

#2 Waistline - Placement of the synched waistline creates an illusion of the ideal hour glass figure and long legs.

#3 Train - The sweeping train brushes the floor adding to the gowns elegance.

#4 Color - Emerald green complements the red carpet creating an eye-catching combination.

BY VANGARDE GIRL NELLE, OCTOBER 1, 2010

I'm officially declaring this week, shoe week. These are my top picks from Milan Spring/Summer 2011 fashion week. My favorite bad boys* are the PRADA wedges, now that's a statement shoe. Runners up are the super sexy Pucci lace up suede knee boot and Roberto Cavalli's flesh tone leather side laced stacked heel. A mod aesthetic at Versace and Iceberg with color blocking, clean lines, chunky heel and cut out shapes. Etro delivers a tribal look with signature Etro print and bead details. The neon pink, orange, green and blue piping on Versus cork heel cut out boot is retro.

* Men name their cars after women and I call a hot pair of shoes bad boys.