SAG Awards Style: Who Nailed It?

It is officially my favorite time of the year: awards season. The Critics', People's and Globes are out of the way making room for the SAG awards last night. Anyone who knows anything knows that the people who win at the SAG awards are most likely to win the Oscar. This is not always true but it is about 90% of the time. More importantly than who won what is what people allowed their stylists'  to dress them in for the show. Awards outfits thus far have been lackluster and bland. There are only so many strapless gowns (Sofia Vergara, I am talking to you) and Grecian type dresses that can be worn. This post is about those who stepped outside of the box (or at least toed the line) and tried something a little bit different.

Here are the stars whose stylists' convinced them to take a risk and in doing so, they looked amazing:

Keira Knighley finally managed a great awards season red carpet appearance in this purple Erdem dress. I am all about comfort, and totally understand Keira wanting to be comfortable while pregnant but it is no excuse for the horrendous outfits she has been choosing as of late. However, all is forgiven with this dress. It fits her perfectly and the little extra overlay of lace across her stomach is a subtle reminder that she is expecting a little one-and still looking better than all of us!

Keira also had a fantastic hair and makeup team for her look. I like that her hair and makeup (minus a great smoky eye) were kept simple so that all of our attention was on the gown. She looks completely elegant and that killer diamond ear cuff gives a little edge to her look.

Sarah Hyland is getting so much flack for this custom Vera Wang Collection number that I just do not understand. Sure, I am not crazy about the cream layer under the black tulle overlay, but I have to give her kudos for wearing something original and rocking it. It's nice to not see her in just your typical, strapless, A-line gown. The intricate detailing of the gems on the top of the dress add some color and make the gown pop.  I love her subtle, metallic eye makeup and simple up do. Too many times young stars wear copious amounts of makeup (maybe a bid to look older? ) and contour their faces to death, but as Sarah proves, sometimes less is more.

Maisie Williams, also known as Arya, the, kick-ass, superior Stark, looked amazing in a Self Portrait dress for the awards. This gorgeous, red lace dress is the perfect choice for Maisie. It's in an eye catching color, looks comfy, and best of all- she won't be tripping on a long train! I love the raw hemline and how it flows to a stop perfectly above her shoes. Some may say it's not dressy enough for the SAG Awards but I disagree. She pulls it off perfectly and her gold heels add a bit of glitz to the outfit. Plus it's 70 degrees in LA! Who wants to be wearing some tight, satin contraption all night?! 

I adore Modern Family which means I also love Julie Bowen. What's not to love about her? She's hilarious, well-dressed and a bit quirky in her interviews. Here she is wearing a Georges Hobeika Couture embellished dress. The detailing on this dress is fantastic and must have taken hours to complete. I applaud her for choosing something more demure and lady-like. During awards season it's a constant battle of who can show the most cleavage or whose dress slit is the highest. It's refreshing to see Julie choose something that looks great on her without having  her boobs out or a slit up her thigh. Stay classy, Julie! 



















Everyone reading this knows how much I adore Emma Stone. She is the coolest and if you disagree, go to another blog please! When I first saw this Dior Couture look, I loved it. It's stunning on her and definitely different than anything I have seen her in on a red carpet. The tuxedo dress in itself is amazing but the sheer skirt with the long train and red lips add a touch of old Holly wood glamour a la Grace Kelly. Emma is never afraid of wearing something unexpected and this look is no different. I can't wait to see what spectacular creation she will deem to let on her for the Oscars. 








(photo credit: Wireimage and flickr)






What do you think of these SAG awards outfits? Any you despise or want to try and recreate for yourself? Who do you think was best dressed? Let me know in the comments!