Since we know you go to more reliable sources for your official post-Oscar's coverage, I'm just going to put forth some of the observations about the show itself, the dresses, the attitudes, and of course, the jewelry, that were floating around a bleary-eyed Lup H.Q. this afternoon:
Penelope Cruz--my God she looked fabulous! Hair was classic, face wasn't overly made-up and more radiant and gorgeous than ever, and even though the jewels were boring (Chopard), I was almost glad that there was nothing to distract from her dress, a vintage Balmain over 60 years old.
Sarah Jessica Parker--We're generally big fans of SJP's red carpet looks, and last night was no exception. While we really wish her breasts hadn't been so prominently on display in her Dior Haute Couture gown (was that really necessary?), the fact that it had a belt almost redemed the bulbous effect of being so wedged in there.
Kate Winslet--That classic/futuristic hair, the elegance of the two-tone Atelier Yves Saint Laurent gown, the one-shoulder look that is so well-suited to her body, graciousness in every interview....she would have been a winner no matter what the outcome of the awards!
Anne Hathaway--Another adopter of the light-is-right trend, Ann looked stunning in her Armani Prive gown and vintage Cartier jewelry. Of everyone on the red carpet however, I was wondering how the h*#! she could walk in that dress, it was like a narrow tube. Her smile was, as usual, radiant enough to take away my vicarious discomfort.
Marisa Tomei--I've always had such a soft spot for Ms. Tomei, and the fact that I re-watched "My Cousin Vinny" on Saturday didn't hurt that cooing sensation of love I felt when I saw her in her silvery Atelier Versace gown. The train looked impossible to manage and the overall effect was perhaps too complicated for my taste, but hey, she's still a knock-out.
Diane Lane--Speaking of knock-outs, Diane Lane is so f'ing hot I can't stand it! The fact that she was clearly there reveling in her husband, Josh Brolin's nomination made her that much more endearing. I know it's old fashioned, but I like a gal that'll stand by her man and not make the show entirely about HER.
Viola Davis--While she might not have made anyone's fashion radar, I couldn't help but notice that her husband needed to GET OFF HER GRILL! I can't find any videos of her online, but I swear, her husband was the definition of "smothering" in every interview that I saw. I know he's excited, but give the girl her night!
Beyonce--To some (meaning, anyone of the male persuasion) Beyonce can do no wrong. And while I will say that she can get away with fashion calls that most people can't, all I can say about that House of Dereon dress she rocked last night was...BOO!
Jessica Biel--Speaking of BOO....yet another gal who can do no wrong in the eyes of most men (and many famale admirers), Ms. Biel's Prada monstrosity was not at all flattering to her figure and the choice of black shoes caught everyone I know off-guard. Her face however, was gorgeous as per usual.
Amy Adams--Since I'm being mean, Amy Adams? She had what my sister so eloquently called a "back butt." Her face is so cute and her hair was simple and elegant, but the rest of her? Well, it just didn't work.
Angelina Jolie--Speaking of mean....could she maybe, just maybe crack a smile or deign to talk to a reporter?? I know they're "above it all" and everything, but if you really didn't want to be bothered, why not pull a Steve Martin/Nicole Kidman and avoid the red carpet all together?? Why walk the carpet and then just blow past everyone who wants to speak to you? On the other hand, she's just a knock out and that can't be helped, and while there've been some grumblings about her "day glo" jewelry in the blogosphere today, I just love me some big ole emeralds! Go Lorraine Schwartz!
Sophia Loren--An original "dame" Miss Loren was what they call a Hot Mess last night and God, do I love her!
Hugh Jackman--And he can dance?! Be still my aching heart!!!
Slumdog Millionaire--The entire cast and crew rockin' the red carpet were adorable! I'm in love! Angie and Brad could take a lesson in gratitude and graciousness from the five year old beaming ear-to-ear during his stint on the red carpet.
Robert Downy Junior--Could he be any cuter? You think?? No way!