Blog Posts by Rue de Chic

Eva Longoria sparkles in an Alice + Olivia sheath

The holiday season always brings a hint of shimmer and sparkle and this year is no different. From sequin minis to metallic gowns, the red carpet is already seeing it's fair share of this holiday trend. Stars like Jessica Alba, Taylor Swift, Sofia Vergara and Kate Hudson have all stepped out rocking their favorite shinning looks and if there is one trend that's incredibly easy to incorporate into your current wardrobe, it's this. Click here to read the rest of this article, view our favorite shimmering red carpet looks so far + tips to rock this trend to perfection.

Jennifer Lopez at The American Music Awards

Despite her impending divorce, this year has been a pretty great year for Singer/Actress, Jennifer Lopez. After reviving her career with a winning turn on American Idol, endorsement deals with Fiat, L'Oreal, Gucci and Tous Jewelry as well as her musical hit On the Floor, she continued to rack up career achievements last night at The American Music Awards-- picking up the award for Favorite Latin Artist. Sporting a black one-sleeved lace gown with nude underlay and a side slit, Lopez was every inch the star while walking the red carpet. Click here to see Jennifer's full red carpet look as well as her sparkling after-party outfit.

Gwyneth Paltrow and Zoe Saldana in belted green Elie Saab numbers

Looks like green is the couleur du jour and we're absolutely loving it. Since the holiday spirit is in the air and 'tis the season to shine and be seen in shocking color, it was an absolute delight to see both Gwyneth Paltrow and newly single Zoe Saldana in gorgeous green Elie Saab numbers. Both adorned with sequins that made each of the stars pop and irresistible silhouettes created by a cinched waist, it's hard to decide who to crown the winner in this edition of who wore it best? Click here to see who took the crown and for Gwyneth and Zoe's full looks.

Christian Loubotin ballet heels on display at The Shoes for Show exhibition in east London

Christian Louboutin ballet heels on display at The Shoes for Show exhibition in east London

Christian Louboutin is a master when it comes to the art of shoes. His red soles are recognizable every where and have graced the feet of celebrities, royals and fashionistas alike. It's no surprise then, that a man who's been in his field for so long has to push the limits and challenge how far women will go for the love of fashion. On the 'heels' of such gravity defying creations like the Alexander McQueen Armadillo platforms (as seen on Lady Gaga, Kelis and Beyonce) as well as the Heel-less Antonio Berardi PVC boots sported by Victoria Beckham, the king of shoes has designed a pair of heels that even the bravest and style-obsessed fashion divas would think twice about. So why go so high with these pair? Click here to read the rest of this article and for Christian Louboutin's reason for crafting these work of art.

Jennifer Love Hewitt is gorgeous in green

Jennifer Love Hewitt is gorgeous in green

Jennifer Love Hewitt seems like a sweet girl, a sweet girl who seriously loves Hervé Léger bandage style dresses and by 'seriously loves', we really mean 'seriously loves' -- A LOT. Over the past two years, the actress has shown up in every version of the bandage dress created by designer Max Azria for the Hervé Léger line. If you don't believe it, click here for the many faces of J.Love all wrapped up in Hervé Léger . Needless to say it was nice to finally see her break away from the same cut and design that she's strongly favored and doesn't seem to want to let go of. Click here for the rest of this story and to see Jennifer's full look in all her green glory-- directly from the Breaking Dawn red carpet.

Kerry Washington is a winter princess in a dramatic tea-length Donna Karan frock
Kerry Washington is a winter princess in a dramatic tea-length Donna Karan frock

As the holiday season approaches, the red carpet starts to see a hint of sparkle as well as colors like green, red, white and even ice blue. Who could forget Leighton Meester's gorgeous Elie Saab number from last year. Spotted in this year's must have look is actress, Kerry Washington in a dramatic tea-length Donna Karan frock. A great inspiration for upcoming holiday parties, this dress not only makes a statement, it retains an elegant poise while doing so. Click here to read the rest of this article and to view Kerry's full look.

Selena Gomez vs. Model in a Marchesa Cream embroidered organza flare long sleeve top
This week's battle of who wore it best is over a gorgeous embroidered Marchesa top. Filled with exquisite details and channeling the ballet meets high glamour, this piece is not easy to pull off. Selena Gomez stepped out at MTV's European Music Awardssporting the Marchesa creation with a tousled do, silver peep-toes, a red box clutch and no pants, looking slightly overwhelmed. Click here to read the rest of this story, view the full looks and to find out who wore it best...

Emma Stone in a green Grecian goddess gown with gold accessories

Emma Stone attends the Glamour Women of the Year Awards in a green Grecian goddess gown with gold accessories by Lanvin

Before the "goddess" title became synonymous with Charlie Sheen's summer antics, it actually was associated with beauty, grace and elegance. In terms of fashion, there's a reason why the goddess style dress has endured for so many seasons. Evoking the very essence of a woman's beauty and femininity, it doesn't overwhelm but in fact enhances....Click here for the rest of this article and to view stunning goddess looks from Gossip Girl Leighton Meester, Jessica Biel, Cate Blanchett and many more...