Let's talk about Brie Larson and J Lo who ran into each other on the red carpet. Brie told J Lo that seeing her in Selena is what made her want to become an actor. They both could not have looked more beautiful.
Jennifer looked like a rose garden in a Nicole + Felicia Couture look. The color was gorgeous on her and those lines and curves were everything.
Brie wore another pastel, lavender! Her Prada custom dress was simple but such a feminine shape.
She hasn't had many fashion missteps overall, Taylor Swift has owned the red carpet for a while but recently has come into her own with a more mature look. Taylor was absolutely dazzling in custom Gucci. I just had to get you a front and back view.
Timothee Chalamet was the best dressed guy from a contemporary perspective, his Celine Homme non traditional tux was perfection.
Forever my friend Jennifer Aniston was a beauty in black. If I could choose any dress to wear for myself, it would be this one, so relatable and versatile yet chock full of cool details. Her dress was Dolce & Gabbana with Jimmy Choo shoes.
Elizabeth Debicki played Princess Diana on The Crown; she channeled goddess vibes in this Christian Dior gown. I loved everything about her look from head to toe.
And last but not least, Emma Stone was so pretty in Louis Vuitton! I loved all the details in her floral dress from the embroidery to the color palette to the fit. She was a winner in more ways than one.
I consider myself to be a sensitive soul who is pretty in touch with her emotions. When I was sitting down to dinner on Saturday night, I hopped on Instagram as I often do, and the first thing on my feed was that TMZ was reporting that Matthew Perry was dead. I told my family and began messaging friends who I knew would want to know. I was hoping that this news wouldn't be true. I know from past experiences how accurate TMZ is, but I just kept saying to myself, maybe this isn't true. Maybe he is still alive and on his way to the hospital.
Seeing Matthew make the rounds for his memoir last year and listening to him tell his story-- I did not want this to be the end for him, and for all of us who are fans of him which was just about anyone who knew who he was. I feel like no one has or had anything bad to say about him, despite knowing his difficult history with alcohol and prescription drugs. He is consistently described as kind, generous, giving, full of energy and joy, and funny as hell of course.
I'm a gen x- cusp of being millenial child so Friends was my childhood and growing up. I watched "must see TV" every Thursday night on NBC. Friends and ER came on and that was how I spent my evenings in middle school, high school, and most of college. The show was fun, witty, and heartfelt. The cliffhangers, which became customary, kept you on the edge of your seat, and locked in. You wanted to know what happened to Ross, Rachel, Monica, Chandler, Joey, and Phoebe. They felt like my friends.
Growing up as someone who dealt with wanting to fit in and be a part of something, I related to Chandler. I related to how he was at times, awkward and uncomfortable but wanted to be well liked. He was smart and witty. On the personal side, Matthew Perry, I also understood-- his angst, the depression piece of things, at times that deep loneliness that overtakes you. I have never had issues with alcohol or drugs but certainly I have felt in a dark place at times. I think his ability to be vulnerable and to share his flaws humanized him to all of us, it certainly did for me. Chandler and Matthew were our friends.
I have not read Matthew's book yet; however, I do plan on reading it. I did listen to interviews he did when he toured for his book and when the Friends reunion was on HBO Max. There were several things I took away from it. One, he had been to hell and back with his addiction. He spent tons of money to get clean, to the tune of over seven million dollars; he went to rehab 15 times. At one point during his addiction he had to get surgery for a colon burst caused by opiod abuse and he was given a 2% chance of living. He said he got clean, not for himself, but because he was afraid of dying. Matthew had currently been about 30 months sober at the time of his death and was working on a starting a foundation for substance abuse treatment. He was living, spending time with friends, playing pickleball which became a major outlet for maintaining his sobriety, and he brought other people dealing with addiction issues to play pickleball with him. He didn't want his legacy to just be "Friends"; he wanted his legacy to be that he could help people with their addictions, he could help them to get clean.
The other thing I took from him was his sense of gratitude. He said throughout all his struggles and dark times his siblings supported him, no one ever abandoned him. He said the cast of Friends stood by him and supported him in his efforts to get clean. They were understanding and patient, describing them as penguins and saying you know how when a penguin gets sick, all the other penguins surround it until it feels better. He says at the height of his struggles, Jennifer Aniston confronted him and spoke on behalf of the cast saying that they were all concerned about his well being. She continued to check in with him even after the show ended. He was the only cast member of Friends to sit with the writers, his comic genius, his timing was flawless. Matthew himself brought countless people to get treatment for addictions; it was his way of giving back. It was his way of paying back the kindness he had received. Hank Azaria (The Simpsons) spoke about how Matthew brought him to his first AA Meeting when he struggled with alcohol addiction and kept going with him for a year.
I want to write another blog entry after I have read his memoir and share my feelings and thoughts about it. I heard that he pays tribute to each of his cast mates individually. Clearly, they meant a lot to him and he to them. The Friends cast issued a statement which may be somewhat cliche but definitely sums up the relationship they have with each other:
"We are all so utterly devastated by the loss of Matthew. We were more than just cast mates. We are a family," their statement reads. "There is so much to say, but right now we’re going to take a moment to grieve and process this unfathomable loss."
"In time we will say more, as and when we are able," the statement continues. "For now, our thoughts and our love are with Matty’s family, his friends, and everyone who loved him around the world."
Some have said that during the end of his life, Matthew struggled with loneliness. He desperately wanted to find love and he wanted to be a father. He ruined many of his past relationships and he said he wasn't afraid anymore. I hope that he is at peace now and that he is not struggling anymore. Matthew said that thing about addiction is that it's always there. You are always managing your addiction and your sobriety.
Sources say Matthew was working on a script and that's where his references to Mattman came from on his recent Instagram posts. He also referenced Batman in his memoir. He also had signed on to a drama film. “We will always cherish the joy, the light, the blinding intelligence he brought to every moment — not just to his work, but in life as well,” the co-creators of “Friends,” Marta Kauffman and David Crane, as well as executive producer Kevin Bright said. “This truly is The One Where Our Hearts Are Broken.”
I don't really watch the SAG Awards but I do love watching the Red Carpet. This year was no exception. This was tougher than the Golden Globes in terms of picking best dressed because the ladies stepped it up.
Jane Seymour, at 68, looked like she has been sipping from the fountain of youth. She was absolutely dazzling in a silver sequin gown that hugged her curves beautifully. Seymour credits being in shape with intermittent fasting and giving up alcohol. Her dress, designed by SHO, was simple and complimented her perfectly.
Jen Aniston wore black to the Golden Globes and white to the SAG Awards where she won for her new series The Morning Show. Her vintage style gown was Christian Dior circa 1999. The gown was simple yet she was stunning.
Cynthia Erivo has quickly turned into a red carpet darling. She does no wrong in terms of her style
choices. The London actress was nominated for her performance in Harriett and wore a bright color blocked gown by Schiaparelli. The dress is so gorgeous and clearly the centerpiece so she only needed simple jewelry which she did perfectly.
Jennifer Lopez is a red carpet fave of mine personally. She is always stunning, and the SAG Awards were no exception. J. Lo was a vision in a black Valentino gown that was anything but basic. It had a bow in the back, similar detail to her Golden Globes gown, but I loved it more because this was more feminine and delicate to me. This was quite honestly my favorite look of the night.
My favorite thing that I read about Charlize Theron's look was-- look at Charlize, look at Charlize's abs (insert heart eyes emojis). She said she didn't have time to touch up her roots so she wore Tiffany diamonds in her hair. Her two piece outfit was Givenchy Haute Couture-- the silver crop top and black maxi skirt were such a daring choice.
Oh wow, Scarlett Johansson is absolutely angelic in Armani Prive. Her custom gown featured teal blue silk with a plunging neckline and that red lip was the perfect touch. She looked extra lovely on the arm of her fiance.
A best dressed list is never complete without Nicole Kidman. She always manages to look like the most beautiful princess in all the land. Nicole wore a sapphire blue Michael Kors gown with matching earrings. Her signature locks completed the look by giving it a vintage vibe.
Who were your favorites? Leave me some comments below.
Other than Ricky Gervais's monologue the best thing about the Golden Globes was the fashion. Though, it wasn't as tough this year to pick the best dressed-- these ladies stood out!
Nicole Kidman was stunning in a red Versace gown accompanied by date and hubby Keith Urban. White and gold tassel earrings and a gold bag completed her goddess look. #couplegoals
Renee Zellweger made her comeback to the red carpet in perhaps one of the most understated looks of the night. She was elegant in a strapless baby blue Armani Prive gown with matching Jimmy Choo's. Her night was made complete with a win for "Judy".
Jen Aniston's amazing genes were on display in a simple and sophisticated black Dior Haute Couture gown. The ruffles at the top and the bow at her waist gave the gown a feminine twist while a gold necklace added elegance. 50 looks pretty good.
I am a sucker for Prianka Chopra Jonas in this unique fuschia Cristina Ottaviano gown. I love the off the shoulder look on her, her loose curls, and statement necklace made such a bold statement. She was honestly perfect from head to toe.
Last but not least, and quite possibly my pick for the night-- Sofia Vergara in Dolce & Gabanna. Her whole look was so flawless and well put together. The wine color was so stunning on her; I loved the Lorraine Schwartz jewel details in her dress. The gown was the perfect fit for her figure and a matching purse and earrings completed this look.
**I will be back with my best dressed picks for the Academy Awards.**
This year the beautiful gowns were either one extreme or the other on the color wheel. The ladies were all wearing either very pale tones or bright pops of color. Overall, most people got it right, particularly the ladies, and as usual, I'll only show you who got it right, we need not focus on the faux pas or the negative, just the positive. I would also like to note right here that
Jennifer Lawrence won her first Oscar at 22 in a pale pink Dior Couture. It fit her figure well, so many women wear that type of dress with the fitted top and it doesn't fit properly, but this did.
Jessica Chastain looked absolutely stunning in a gold Giorgio Armani gown that fit her like a glove. What tied everything together was her auburn hair and her clean, simple, makeup.
Amy Adams looked so princess-like in her pale purple Oscar De La Renta gown, her hair was perfect with her dress, I loved how the dress was so light looking and flowy.
Reese Witherspoon's cobolt blue Louis Vuitton gown with black detail, including a bow, at the top, was simple, yet sexy. Her hair was old Hollywood, and the touches of jewelry were just right.
Charlize Theron was one of my personal favorites in a white Dior Haute Couture, her hair, everything, she looked white hot.
Jennifer Aniston looked like fire last night in a red Valentino gown. I know a lot of people criticized the puffiness of the dress, but I thought it looked beautiful on her, especially knowing her figure.
One of the best dressed couples of the night was Jenna Dewan and Channing Tatum. If anyone knows what designer Jenna was wearing please let me know because she looked gorgeous.
Halle Berry channeled her inner Bond girl and looked Studio 54 sexy in an eye catching Versace gown. I feel like Halle is one of those women who never ages.
Octavia Spencer was angelic in a pale yellow Tadashi Shoji gown. The details were divine, her shoulders looked great with the sheer overlay at the top partnered with pretty bead work. She made being an Oscar winner from last year look mighty good.
Jennifer Garner glowed with husband Ben Affleck by her side in an eggplant Gucci gown. The dress was beautifully fitted in the front with lots of ruffles and a short train in the back. Great jewelry and hair were the finishing touches on this polished, yet fun, look.
George Clooney's girlfriend Stacy Keibler rocked a fitted black and silver Naeem Khan gown. If you think the front of it was a sight to behold, you should see the back. Her hair looked awesome partnered with the dress and her whole attitude.
Last but not, least, a star in the making-- Quvenzhane Wallis looked adorable in a navy Armani gown and a puppy purse. The beauty of this is that she actually looked like a child which is what she is. It was so heart warming to see.
