How to Get Red Carpet Hollywood Glam
Awards season is in full swing and celebrities have been dazzling on the red carpet channeling Old Hollywood glamour. Think gorgeous beaded gowns, glowing skin, undulating wavy hairstyles and bold lips. Here, Stacey Cox, TV celebrity beauty and fashion expert, shares how to recreate these luxe looks on a budget.
Long, draping gowns made with chiffon, beads and Art Deco accents flooded the red carpet. "One of Hollywood's best-kept secrets for evening gown shopping is David's Bridal," advises Cox. While David's Bridal is famous for bridesmaid dresses and wedding gowns, it can also be a hit when you're looking for a glamorous evening gown at a fraction of the cost. For example, Cox found a cherry red halter neck evening gown that looked exactly like the Versace Couture gown Claire Danes wore to the 2013 Golden Globes, but it retails for only $99.99. Another benefit of shopping at David's Bridal is that every gown is available from size 14 to 4, so you don't have to worry about tailoring it to fit you like a glove.
The hottest accessory to go with these glamorous gowns? Natural, luminescent skin. It's time to shelf your self-tanner. Cox caught up with Zoe Deschanel on the red carpet and scooped her go-to beauty secret: Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser. This dermatologist-loved, award-winning skincare line of cleansers and moisturizers gently cleanses and tones skin without leaving a residue or clogging your pores. Cetaphil is particularly great for women who have rosacea or adult acne. Another benefit: you don't have to use water to wash it off, which means you can safely cleanse your skin wherever you are.
Another hot beauty trend: bright smiles. Bold pops of coral and wine colored lips were everywhere. If you want to try a bold lip, use neutral colors on your cheeks and eyes so that the overall look is well balance. Need to whiten your teeth? Try Crest White Strips, which are available in treatments for 30 minutes or two hours, so you can pick which one best suits your schedule.
What's an Old Hollywood glamour girl look without Veronica Lake inspired waves? The biggest red carpet hair trends have been a sexy throwback to that old 40s and 20s, with deep parts, side swept waves and low chignons.
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