In the midst of award show seasons, the 2013 Oscars were impressive for many reasons, but I don’t know what I loved more—the homage to musical theatre, featured performances by Catherine Zeta-Jones from Chicago, Jennifer Hudson from Dream Girls, and the cast of Les Misérables, or the red carpet looks. Every awards season celebrities introduce different trends that can be a hit or miss, and I spotted one that I found to be a definite hit: fitted halter dresses.
Although Stacy Keibler attended the event solely because of George Clooney, she didn’t look like one of those significant others that just blended in. Keibler was beyond stunning in her Naeem Khan gown. This fitted halter dress was glittering and metallic all over, with a black band that cinched in her waist to create a more curvaceous figure. And the back of the dress was gorgeous, as well! She went simple with the accessories (a dark metallic bracelet and earrings) which made the dress stand out even more. George is a lucky man.
Nina Dobrev may not have attended the red carpet for the Oscars, but she waltzed down the red carpet at Elton John’s AIDS Foundation viewing party, which was close enough for me. Featuring a plunging v-cut back, fit and flare shape, and black and white print (which is appropriate for spring trends), Dobrev’s look beat out half of the stars that attended the night’s actual red carpet. With dangling earrings and a sparkling Swarovski clutch, her look stood out without being over the top. And Naeem Khan designed this dress as well! Where was his award for the night?
Overall, I can see this trend going far for the rest of the season, and with women around the world. Although I always thought of a halter cut being something from the ‘90s, designers have modernized the look by using trendy hues (metallic and black and white) and flattering cuts. I can’t wait to see what halter dresses dominate the red carpet next!