The guests in attendance at the 2012 CFDA Fashion Awards brought glamour and high fashion, as is naturally to be expected at an event of that stature.
Let’s dissect their looks, shall we?
Solange Knowles complimented her yellow and white 70′s inspired Marni Spring 2012 frock with a pair of yellow striped perspex heeled Missoni sandals. Her afro and soft make-up make this look a stunner. My only gripe is her arm-candy, it seems a bit too hard edged for an otherwise memorable ensemble.
I love Pharrell Williams, the man is a musical genius and oozes charisma. Unfortunately he missed with this look. An outfit that looks part evening appropriate, and part street wear is leaving me confused. Why the winter hat Pharrell? Where did your socks go?
When you’re a seasoned fashion stylist, it’s hardly likely that you’ll flop on the red carpet. June Ambrose proves time and time again why she is one of the most respected in the game. Seen here in a Fall 2012 Chris Benz silver sequined stunner, topped off with voluminous body waves, Ms. Ambrose is giving me a Donna Summer tease, and I am in LOVE.
Zoe Saldana looked absolutely gorgeous in this plunging neckline, semi-sheer floor length Fall 2012 Prabal Gurung gown. It’s a dress that could have veered into disaster territory if overdone, but her statuesque frame, slicked back do, and minimal accessories allow the dress to take center stage and rightfully absorb the spotlight.
Designer Rachel Roy opted for punchy pink in this floor length gown. The fabric and drape are giving me a bathrobe/housecoat vibe, but I’m loving the color, and her makeup stays flawless.
Tracy Reese was also in attendance. For such a talented designer, she never seems to hit her looks out of the park! Loving the jewelry, however.
Here’s supermodel Joan Smalls in Michael Kors posing alongside the designer himself. This look instantly became my favorite of the night. The clean, crisp white dress boasts a dip hem that is perfectly on trend this season. She completed her outfit with strappy gold sandals, a gold clutch, and a gold cuff. Amazing.
And lastly, model Selita Ebanks also opted for a white gown, a spring favorite. While her brown locks and golden skin are stunning, this Hervé Léger by Max Azria dress leaves me less than impressed. It resembles a club dress poorly fused with an evening gown.
That does it!
Who do you think was best dressed?
~Intern 1
Images: Getty/Zimbio
June 4, 2012 10:43 pm
June looked gorgeous! I need to find a hair tutorial to achieve her look.
June 4, 2012 10:45 pm
Oh Zoe S did the damn thing! Also loving Solo’s tan
June 4, 2012 10:52 pm
Solange gets the best dressed vote! She looks phenomenal
June 4, 2012 10:59 pm
Zoe has left me at loss for words!!!!
June 4, 2012 11:07 pm
Selita Ebanks is so elegant and noble in the white gown.
June 4, 2012 11:07 pm
I’m loving Solo, Zoe and Selita.
June 4, 2012 11:13 pm
I like this intern’s “blog voice” and love the looks profiled!
June 4, 2012 11:18 pm
I’m sorry but Solange can do absolutely no wrong in my eyes!!!
June 4, 2012 11:19 pm
Zoe
June 4, 2012 11:27 pm
Solange!
June 4, 2012 11:34 pm
Zoe’s dress is beautiful, the right person for that dress. Selita and Joan as well are gorgeous in the white dresses.
June 4, 2012 11:45 pm
Zoe as always a stunner. Loved solange, handbag adds a bit of quirk. Joan Smalls in the Michael Kors look is so refreshing. June’s teased hair is everything.
June 4, 2012 11:55 pm
Go Intern 1! Great job!
June 5, 2012 12:35 am
Solo can do almost no wrong in my eyes…she’s really growing into her style well.
June 5, 2012 12:39 am
Solange does it again, she is winning and drop dead gorgeous in that Marni dress. Had my eyes on them when they hit the runway from their Spring 2012 collection.
June 5, 2012 1:24 am
Good job Intern1. Anytime i can “hear” you actually speak when you write thats a good thing. & LOL at “where did your socks go” lol
June 5, 2012 2:35 am
Good job intern #1. I do like Selita though. June for the win
June 5, 2012 4:07 am
Is Solange wearing my favourite rubber bath mat? who knew bathroom decor could look so good! Everyone else looks fab too and love the shoes the ladies have on!
June 5, 2012 7:27 am
I’m loving Selita, sorry. She looks STUNNING and is giving it to us with the pose. I loved this dress from the homepage. Zoe and Joan are also equally gorgeous. Score one for the tall ladies!
June 5, 2012 7:54 am
Solo and zoe are killing the game,but Joan is my favorite. It is so fresh, simple and pretty….screams “summer”
June 5, 2012 7:57 am
Zoe killed it! June doesn’t look so good in this pic…more like Mama June in that dress….
June 5, 2012 8:00 am
Great Job @Intern1. Love the commentaries, sounded like the girl next door. That MK dress needs to be in my closet.
June 5, 2012 8:23 am
Great Job Intern #1…You were on point with all the looks! June & Zoe are my favs
June 5, 2012 8:44 am
as a guy, this maybe gross, but i almost never wear socks.
June 5, 2012 8:56 am
Good job intern 1 :) !! As far as looks I love Selita Banks gown
June 5, 2012 9:16 am
Solange looks awesome…minus the shoes, not a fan. But that dress, the glow of her skin, and of course her hair, just love it.
June 5, 2012 9:18 am
Good writing Intern #1
June 5, 2012 9:20 am
Solo and Joan Smalls take it for me! Effortless fabulosity…love it! Yeeeeeeesssss! Great job Intern 1 !
June 5, 2012 9:33 am
June looks like she’s wearing a magician’s cape … don’t get it
June 5, 2012 9:38 am
Wonderful looks here. I loooove Joan and Zoe in particular. I am not loving June. She looks preggers. The hair is easy enough to do for the earlier post requesting the tutorial. Set on large rollers. Tease a bit underneath and smooth out on the top. Very easy…particularly if you are natural.
June 5, 2012 9:38 am
I am impressed by Intern 1 thus far!!!! I love Solange’s look as well as Zoe, Selita, and Joan.
June 5, 2012 9:40 am
Solange: Gorgeous!
Zoe: Yesss!! She’s definitely killing it.
Joan: Simple and beautiful!
June 5, 2012 9:54 am
Intern #1′s voice really fits in with the rest of the writers for the site.
I love Zoe’s look. Joan looks preggers.
June 5, 2012 10:10 am
Zoe and Solo ROCKED!!!!!!
June 5, 2012 10:14 am
Zoë killed it. Hands down.
June 5, 2012 10:32 am
Way to go Intern 1! Great piece, you have a great writing style.
June 5, 2012 10:44 am
Yay I love intern 1! The writing style and chosen looks are both great.
As much as I love Solange & June’s looks, Zoe definitely took it for the night. She looks stunning.
June 5, 2012 10:59 am
Solange. Joan. Zoe. WIN!
June 5, 2012 11:06 am
I love love love Solo, June, & Joan!!! I am loving intern 1!!!!
June 5, 2012 11:13 am
I like your style inter #1 :)…Joan was my fav :)
June 5, 2012 11:13 am
*intern
June 5, 2012 12:16 pm
Why does Rachel Roy always look as hot a$$ mess to me….
June 5, 2012 12:22 pm
Why does Rachel Roy always look a HOT A$$ MESS to me….
June 5, 2012 12:42 pm
I wish I could get a close up look at Solange’s shoes.
June 5, 2012 1:05 pm
Solange, June, ZOE, Joan, & Selita yessss !
But dam ZOE killed em in that dress,,
June 5, 2012 1:47 pm
Solange and Zoe yessss! Good job Intern 1!
June 5, 2012 2:11 pm
I guess I’m alone, bc I dont like June Ambrose dress AT ALL! It does nothing for her body..but that hair–fabulous! (if you are not following June on instagram, you def should. She is very interesting) And Rachel Roy looks tired in the face, but pretty dress. Selita, Joan and Zoe look good as well.
P.S. I’m rooting for Intern 1!!
June 5, 2012 4:11 pm
You write pretty good, very interesting! Keep it up Girl!!!! (I can just tell…lol)
June 5, 2012 4:48 pm
Great job Intern 1!..Love Solange and Joan’s look is BOSS.
June 5, 2012 5:24 pm
Wow, intern 1, you’re a friend in my head. Every comment was on point and truthful. Good job and I agree, Joan Small takes the cake!
June 5, 2012 5:55 pm
The best to me was definitely Zoe, classic blend with her body. Pharrell.. I understand his direction, but it was a miss for me. I love your eye Intern 1!!
June 5, 2012 8:22 pm
Kudoos to intern #1 you win here. Great post!
Love Zoe’s, Solo & Joan’s look the most here.
June 5, 2012 9:34 pm
I absolutely love alot of these people you mentioned. Solange i absolutely love. Her color choice for the dress and shoes are phenomenal. I love Pharrell. He always tries these novel looks smh but the man looks good in a suit :)
June 6, 2012 1:40 am
Zoe is breathtaking! Selita looked amazing too.
June 6, 2012 9:06 am
pharrell pharrell pharrell……….this guy must have gone through a life crisis that he never recovered from because he used to be one of musics trendsetters. i havent seen any of his looks lately gain momentum. on another note zoe saldana and selita ebanks can do no wrong in my eyes……………..terrance j you lucky bastard!!
June 6, 2012 9:58 am
I like the way Intern 1 writes. Selita’s makeup was en pointe, but her dress DOES resemble “a club dress fused with a ball gown”. And Solange knows how to dress, this is clear! But my love for Joan Smalls knows no bounds…
June 7, 2012 12:02 pm
“It resembles a club dress poorly fused with an evening gown.”— you hit the nail on the head !
Zoe needs a meal….geesh
Poor Rachel Roy all thats missing are the pink fuzzy bunny slippers.
Pharell looks a mess and Solange looks great as per.
June 7, 2012 1:05 pm
why is pharells jacket too short and his bowtie too big?
June 7, 2012 1:08 pm
rachel roy looks like she just wants to be undressed out of her silf robe…………by the way intern 1 ftw!!!!
June 7, 2012 1:13 pm
*silk robe ( rachels intentions were received, im excited)
June 8, 2012 11:00 am
When I look at Rachel I think “Oh, Mylanta.” Tsk, tsk. Great job intern 1! Rocking with you!