Recent Red Carpet Styles

Spring sees some of the biggest stars gracing the red carpet and promoting their blockbuster or their arthouse classic.  This year’s Cannes Film  Festival saw the premiere of Wall Street 2, with Michael Douglas, Shia LaBeouf and Carey Mulligan, as well as Woody Allen’s new movie starring Naomi Watts and several European arthouse selections.   The Met Costume Gala, held just weeks ago, also featured some haute couture jewelry styles, as did the Iron Man 2 premiere with style favorite Gwyneth Paltrow on the red carpet.  Here are some of the stars sporting hot styles that can hopefully inspire you for the summer.

Gwyneth Paltrow Gwyneth Paltrow. Style Icon, Oscar Winner and creator of the lifestyle inspiration blog, GOOP, Paltrow never fails to impress on the red carpet. Seriously, whenever she goes out in a new ensemble, photos of her end up going to print everywhere. So it’s no surprise, then, that her blazer and short shorts trend is now being copied everywhere. Gwyneth’s white blazer and short shorts at the Iron Man 2 premiere were Giorgio Armani custom-made and she accessorized with sunburst diamond earrings. For a similar look, check out these classic diamond stud earrings that Since 1910 has to offer.
Eva Longoria Eva Longoria. Even though she had nothing to promote there, Eva Longoria graced the Cannes Film Festival with some classic Old Hollywood elegance. This “Desperate Housewives” star stole the limelight with her Emilio Pucci gown. Some have commented that Longoria seems to have a penchant for long trains, fashion and diamond drop earrings, and fantastic rings. Longoria wore somethign somewhat similar to her own wedding! Kate Beckinsale and Salma Hayek were also spotted sporting diamond drop earrings. Want to sport a similar style? Check out the 4.50ct Platinum Diamond Drop Earrings or these 18k White Gold 1.02ct Emerald Cut Diamond Earrings.
Jennifer Hudson Jennifer Hudson. This Oscar Winner has definitely bounced back after the tragedies that plagued her over a year ago. She was spotted on the red carpet at Cannes wearing a blue jersey dress and fun black pumps. Her gold fashion bracelet was a definite plus to her look. Get a similar with flashy Roberto Coin Elephantino Flexible Bracelet.

Red Carpet Jewelry

Keeping your eye on the jewelry worn by celebrities gracing the red carpet can be a good way to get a sense of the the current jewelry trends and get a sneak peek at what’s going to be hitting stores in a season or two. As one of the biggest red carpet events, the Oscars, takes over TV screens next month, you may just see what is about to become a popular fashion trend.

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Obviously the Oscars is Hollywood’s most prestigious event, but it is also the best event to witness celebrities covered in vintage, contemporary and costume jewelry. From diamonds to platinum, and scads of colorful gemstones, the Oscars invite some bold and glamorous jewelry trends to the red carpet, with designers eager to catch the public eye.

In year’s past, diamonds and platinum have typically ruled the roost at the Oscars. For instance, no one could forget Nicole Kidman’s or Angelina Jolie’s previous diamond ensembles. There have, however, been more recent trends towards colorful jewelry to accent the red carpet ensembles. Jolie, Amy Adams, Heidi Klum and Phoebe Cates have all previously accessorized with colorful, vibrant gemstones on the red carpet.

With the Oscars only days away, everyone will be ready to take note of the jewelry the stars are wearing.