Eva Longoria was a stunner in a J. Mendel design at the Noble Gift Gala in London. The actress donned a draped gown with a plunging neckline and criss-cross back. It also had a sweeping train that gently fell to the floor. She accessorized with a cream-and-gold minaudiere. Her makeup was neutral, but she emphasized her eyes with dark lashes and eye-liner. The hair was styled in a messy updo with side-swept bangs.

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Kristen Stewart made a major fashion statement in a J. Mendel gown at the L.A. premiere of “Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn.” She was a knockout in a sapphire-and-black sequined gown. It was sleeveless with sparkling graphic-like patterns, and a thigh-high slit. This was a bold new look for the actress, and she pulled it off perfectly. A pair of peep-toe platform heels further showcased her legs. Her hair was styled in an intricate up-do, with small braids in back. The eyes were elaborate with a cat-like detail, while her lip color was a bright pink.

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Taylor Swift was elegant in J. Mendel at the 2011 Country Music Awards (CMA). The singer made an entrance in a strapless gown. It was fitted in the bodice and skirt, then it flared at the knee into ribbon-like details at the side. A layer of tulle was expertly draped around the entire dress. She accessorized with a pair of drop-down earrings and a single bracelet. Her hair was a soft layer of curls pinned back into a ponytail. The makeup was flawless, with a pink lip color to complement her rosy cheeks.

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Mila Kuni in Alexander McQueen

Rosarion Dawson in J. Mendel

Claire Danes in Louis Vuitton

Natalie Portman in Azzaro

Amy Adams in Herve Leroux

The SAG Awards took place last night in Los Angeles and the stars came out to shine. 

Mila Kunis was gorgeous in a vibrant print gown from Alexander McQueen.   It was a fiery combination of red and orange mixed in with a darker hue and white. 

Rosario Dawson was stunning in this J. Mendel dress floor length dress in the palest of green.  This look was chic and elegant for the red carpet, mainly because of the various gradations of green; from her apple green earrings, citron green dress to her olive green shoes.

Claire Daneswore a strapless gown from Louis Vuitton’s Spring 2011 collection.  It was a beautiful floral print of navy, turquoise and white with ruffled details in the bodice.

Natalie Portman was a winner on and off the red carpet.  She took home the Best Actress awards for Black Swan and she was lovely on the red carpet in Azzaro.

Amy Adams wore a sexy and fitted dress from Herve Leroux.  This white halter elongated her figure with its vertical details in front.  The dangling earrings were the perfect touch.

Zoe Saldana kept it sweet and sexy in a leather J. Mendel dress at the Audi and J. Mendel event to celebrate the start of Golden Globe Awards week.  The actress wore a strapless mini-dress with beautiful frontal draping and ruffles.  The light grey color gave it a clean aesthetic, and the gorgeous details were ultra feminine even in leather.  Her shoes were of a burgundy hue that gave her look a pop of color.  The clutch was burgundy as well with ornate embellished details.  Zoe’s stylist had done her homework and paid attention to details;  the look fully complemented the red carpet backdrop. 

Taylor Swift was pretty in peach at the 2011 People’s Choice Awards last night in Los Angeles.  The lovely songstress wore a J. Mendel dress in a blush peach that fully complemented her skin-tone.  It was graceful and ballerina-esque with a drapery bodice and delicate pleat-like fold of the skirt.  The asymmetrical shoulder straps and mid-thigh hemline gave this dress more edge than sweetness.  Taylor wore nude strappy peep-toed high-heeled sandals and opted for a bright tangerine pout.

Natalie Portman covers the Jaunuary 2011 issue of Vogue.  The actress is wearing a J. Mendel ballerina dress in blush pink.  It was an appropriate choice for the newly announced Golden Globe nominee for Black Swan.  This is a very pretty cover shot by photographer Peter Lindbergh.  Her shoot was a lesson in lighting and lightness, and her wardrobe was essential in relating the story; think ethereal and flowy with lots of movement.  The background is brimming with Old World charm, showcasing a world of elegance that’s usually reserved for fairy tales. 

Anne Hathaway was stunning in J. Mendel at the Nobel Peace Prize Concert over the weekend.  The actress wore a strapless metallic gown with a heart-shaped bodice.  She went Old Hollywood glam, its in the beautiful sculpting of the hair, and the drama in the brows and lip color.  Anne’s dress had an iridescent shine befitting the star.  It had sleek draping and gathering at the upper right hip.  Her jewelry was limited to a pair of dangling diamond earrings and bracelet.  She was joined on stage with actor Denzel Washington during their presentation.

J. Mendel’s Fall 2010 collection was all about luxury, think luxurious mink stoles, jackets and vests.  The furs were divine, and the gowns breath taking with wonderful movement.  All the ruching on the dresses were done to perfection.  It was a youthful collection, and that point was reinforced by the hemlines that fell at mid-thigh.  J. Mendel was one of a few designers who deviated from the longer hemline trend for fall 2010. 

Sequins goes well with fur, just like champagne goes with strawberries, a delicious combination.  The colors ranged from black, brown, forest green, pewter, blue and red to a blue and black print so delicate that it did not overtake the design of the gown.  A presentation was the right setting for this collection because it gave you the ability to view it for an appreciable amount of time.  There was no stodginess in the styling, slouchy mid-calf boots and booties were paired nicely against the glamourous dresses and furs.  J. Mendel will appeal to young Hollywood, and the red dress was a show stopper that will likely be worn by a lucky starlet on Oscar night.