Eva Mendes posed for the October 2011 issue of “Elle” France in gorgeous looks, like Thierry Mugler. The actress was stunning in several beauty shots showcasing a bejeweled head band and bracelets. She was poised and camera ready in pieces reminiscent of scupltured art. Black and white photography tends to have a more artistic edge at times, and it worked beautifully in this editorial.

Photo Credit: Elle France/Kayt  Jones

Eva Mendes showed us her sweet side in a pastel blue Salvatore Ferragamo dress at the label’s dinner.  Her halter had a sparkling broach at the neckline that contrasted beautifully with the color of her outfit.  This look had a loose fit, and a knee-length hemline.  It also had a liquid-like draping that fell from the bodice down into the skirt.  The actress accessorized with an embellished clutch, and a pair of black peep-toe pumps.

Eva Mendes was in Donna Karan New York at the 2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party last night.  She wore a black ensemble with tulle and iridescent beading in the bodice.  It clasped in front and gave an illusion of skin, while the sheer capped-sleeves offered more modesty.  The full skirt was made of tulle, and she looked like a fierce ballerina.  Eva accessorized with a pair of black peeped-toe pumps and black clutch.  Her makeup was stunning as usual, classic and neutral.

Eva Mendes was ultra soft and feminine in this dusty rose chiffon Valentino gown with gorgeous ruffled detailed capped sleeves and a drape-like neckline.

Nicole Richie channeked the 1829;s in this strapless flapper-inspired Emilio Pucci dressand blond curls with wave-like precision.

Leighton Meester wore a black fringed and beaded Valentino with a plunging V-neckline and navy, red and green accent colors.

Jennifer Love Hewitt selected a strapless black-and-white Paule Ka column gown with oversized satin bows.

Eva Mendes was pretty in a sheer lace Valentino mini-dress with an oversized bow on the right shoulder. 

Mila Kunis had a little rocker edge vibe in this Nina Ricci asymmetrical dress with sheer ruffled trim.

Natalie Portman was the picture of elegance in a black-and-white Gianfranco Ferre one-shoulder column gown.

Michelle Williams was sleek and modern in a sleeveless Balenciaga white dress with sparkling embellishments surrounding the neckline and scalloped hemline

Eva Mendes has apparently decided that when in Rome, you wear Versace.  The actress selected an Atelier Versace rose colored gown for an event during the Rome Film Festival.  She was glammed up in a mix of fringe and sparkles in a hue that highlighted her skin tone.  Her halter-styled neckline was flattering and so was the faux sleeve on the left.  It was fitted, yet had hints of drapery in both the sleeve and lower portion.  Eva looked stunning and was definitely channeling the movie star within.  You wear a dress like this when you want to be the belle of the ball, and I’d say, mission accomplished.

Eva Mendes was lovely in a strapless Lela Rose dress at the Glamour Reel Moments Event.  The actress wore an ecru colored corseted dress from the Spring 2011 collection.  It was feminine and romantic with beautiful texture and embroidery.  It also had a handkerchief hem that added a playful element.  She accessorized with a pair of pewter platform pumps and clutch.  Eva loves the lady-like look and it looks great on her, and so does that cocktail dress. 

Eva Mendes in Christian Cota

Nicole Richie in Missoni and Frederic Fekkai

Rachel Zoe and Finalist, Prabal Gurung

CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund held its runway show yesterday in Los Angeles at The Chateau Marmont.  Among the finalists showing were Joseph Altuzarra, Pamela Love, Prabal Gurung, Christian Cota, Moss Lipow, Gregory Parkinson and Eddie Borgo.  The audience included Eva Mendes, Nicole Richie, Frederic Fekkai and Rachel Zoe; they came out to show their support to the newer talent on the fashion block.  Mendes wore Christian Cota to the event; any guesses where she’s lending her support?  Fekkai was responsible for the hair backstage, someone has to style the hair to go with the gorgeous designs.  This fulfilled the runway portion of the competition, a final decision will be made on November 15th.  The winner gets bragging rights and a $200,000 cash prize.  That’s quite an incentive.

Related: CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Finalists

Eva Mendes is pin-up girl sexy on her July 2010 W magazine cover.  Her red lips and corset style halter dress brought the heat to the cover.  Photographers Mert & Marcus captured the tantalizing image that takes us back to a Caribbean island.  A wave of vivid color overtakes your senses and transports you to location.  A bit  of fall 2010 was sprinkled into the shoot, Eva’s blue and white plaid dress is from Prada’s fall collection.  The actress talks motherhood, career and those super hot Calvin Klein ads to W.  July has yet another reason onto be hot.

1. Sandra Bullock in Oday Shakar

2. Scarlett Johansson in Dolce & Gabbana

3. Eva Mendes in Stella McCartney

4. Cameron Diaz in Diane von Furstenberg

5. Kristen Stewart in Dolce & Gabbana

These five ladies represented the trend of the evening.  It was a night of bold colors, sparkles, prints and legs.

1. Sandra Bullock was sexy in a black beaded dress with a plunging back.  She pulled out all the stops last night, and received an MTV Movie Generation Award.

2. Scarlett Johansson was very lady-like in her emerald green cocktail dress.  The actress was very elegant and poised in Dolce & Gabbana.

3. Eva Mendes sparked in silver and turquoise sequins.  Stella McCartney’s one-shoulder dress was on-trend for the night.

4. Cameron Diaz was all legs in her printed mini dress.  It was youthful and summery, just perfect for the more layed-back movie awards show.

5. Kristen Stewart was a winner all night.  She took home the award for best actress for Twilight, and the movie won virtually every other award.  The actress opted for a short gold and tweed mini dress by Dolce & Gabbana for her big night.  Her dress was young and a little unexpected.