WHO WORE WHAT?.....67th Annual Cannes Film Festival Opening Ceremony Premiere of "Grace of Monaco"

Nicole Kidman and Tim Roth--67th Annual Cannes Film Festival Opening Ceremony--Premiere of "Grace of Monaco"

Tonight was the Opening Ceremony to the 67th Annual Cannes Film Festival in the South of France. As it's been tradition in the recent years, this red carpet rivals the Academy Awards. This year was no different. And as it's always been the case: it's always more "Fashion Fun" in Cannes; actors take more of a "fashion risk" when they are in Europe. And I LOVE that.

Black Tie and Gowns: View of the 67th Annual Cannes Film Festival Red Carpet

This year's Opening Night film was the very controversial "Grace of Monaco", loosely based on American actress Grace Kelly and her marriage to Prince Rainier of Monaco. Actress Nicole Kidman plays Grace Kelly and Tim Roth plays the Monaco prince. The film has not gotten the stamp of approval from the Monaco Royal family (Prince Albert of Monaco is not happy!) but that has not hampered the excitement--even by the Monegasque residents--to want to go see the film. And naturally, it's gotten a huge buzz at Cannes. Oh, and PS: I cannot wait to see it, whenever it hits the States, thank you very much.

Palm Fab: Model Karlie Kloss on the 67th Annual Cannes Film Festival Red Carpet

Now, let's get to the Hits--and One Mess--of the Opening Night Ceremony of the 67th Annual Cannes Film Festival...

Nicole Kidman in Armani Prive Haute Couture Spring 2014--Nicole Kidman wore an violet blue silk organza lace applique and sequined gown from Armani Prive Spring 2014. Armani Prive is the Haute Couture "arm" of Giorgio Armani and just to remind you, this gown (if ordered and purchased) could set you back about $100,000. It's custom and all hand-made (Nicole got it for free, kids, trust). Speaking of custom, as you can see from the runway photo, the original sample had a straight strapless neckline while the one made for Kidman, was changed into a sweetheart neckline.

Jane Fonda in Elie Saab Haute Couture Fall 2013--Four words: Go On Jane Fonda. Fitness and Movie Icon Jane Fonda did not disappoint tonight wearing this figure hugging wine red colored silk chiffon and hand-sequined gown from Elie Saab Haute Couture Fall 2013. Just to remind you, Fonda is 76 years old. I want to look THAT FAB at 76. Just saying. Oh and I would not be surprised if Miss Jane fit into the Runway Sample; it sure looks like it. It's another one of those $100,000+ costing gowns so it's better that the Elie Saab Haute Couture Atelier didn't have to create another one.

Carole Bouquet in Chanel Haute Couture Spring 2014--French actress and model icon--and Jury Member of the 67th Cannes Film Festival--Carole Bouquet, wore an ivory sequined  halter-style gown from Chanel Haute Couture Spring 2014. Bouquet looked marvelous and very elegant. I loved the pop of color with her red clutch. Also, notice that the original runway sample was loose from the underbust...but for Bouquet, it was created into a fitted waist-cinching silhouette.

Paz Vega in Elie Saab Haute Couture Spring 2014: Actress Paz Vega wore a creme sequined and silk chiffon tea-length cocktail dress from  Elie Saab Haute Couture Spring 2014. On the runway, it was shown with a matching loose sequined cardigan. I think she wisely chose (or her stylist) to not wear it. The dress is elegant, very chic. It's also exquisitely made (Hello! It's Haute Couture!).

Laeticia Casta in Christian Dior Haute Couture Spring 2014:  Another Haute Couture Cannes Film Festival-wearer--French actress/model/icon Laeticia Casta. Casta wore a strapless ivory gown form Christian Dior Haute Couture Spring 2014. The gown is designed by Raf Simmons and yes, it's another one of those + $100,000+ costing ones (if you were to actually to order and buy it)...

Runway: The Dior Haute Couture gown features petal-like sequined cut-outs that move marvelously as the wearer moves with the dress. There's also an entire boned bustier inside holding it all up. And yes, all made by hand.

Zhang Ziyi in Stephane Rolland Haute Couture Spring 2014: Chinese actress, model and Fashionista Zhang Ziyi looked stunning at tonight 67th Annual Cannes Film Festival Opening Ceremony Red Carpet wearing a Stephane Rolland Haute Couture Spring 2014 gown. The gown features black patent leather pieces hand-sewn into nude illusion with ivory silk gazar and organza skirt with asymmetrical side ruffles....

Fabulous: Zhang Ziyi in Stephane Rolland Haute Couture Spring 2014

Zoe Saldana in Victoria Beckham Fall 2014: Actress Zoe Saldana wore a Grecian-inspired gown from Victoria Beckham Fall 2014 collection. The gown featured a tank neckline, fan-pleated long skirt, copper trimmed belt and bouillonne detail. This was quite a simple look for Zoe and especially for the Cannes Film Festival. Not sure if I liked...What do you guys think?

Karlie Kloss in Valention RTW Spring 2014: Model Karlie Kloss wore a lace purple-and-teal gown with batwing/cape detail from Valentino Ready-to-Wear Spring 2014 collection. The dress was very dramatic and naturally, Miss Karlie WORKED it overtime...

Back Model Diva: Model Karlie Kloss in Valentino RTW Spring 2014, 67th Annual Cannes Film Festival Opening Ceremony

Nadja Auermann in Dolce & Gabbana Alta Moda Spring 2014: 90s model Nadja Auermann--she was infamous for having the LONGEST legs in the model world at the time--wore a flower appliqued strapless cocktail dress from Dolce & Gabbana Alta Moda. I thought she looked GORGEOUS; very Grace Kelly. 

The Cannes Mess:

Elena Lenina--Russian TV Personality Elena Lenina gets the award for "Kookiest Outfit" on the Opening Ceremonies Day of the 67th Annual Cannes Film Festival. Tonight she wore a red organza ball gown with pleated bustier, petal detail drop-shoulders and cascading ruffled dress. Oh, and yes, then she finished it off with a crystal crown. #WhatTheHaillll? She gets my "Nick Tackylicious" Award. In case this was a surprise to anyone who hasn't been following Miss Lenina and the Cannes Film Festival red carpet...

Here is a Gallery of what she's wore to the previous Cannes Film Festivals:

Hair Krazee: Alina Lenina at Cannes

Several questions here:

Who is she? Really?

How does she get such an A-List Invitation?

What Russian BILLIONAIRE is she connected to that helps her gets these invitations?

And does that Russian billionaire own half of Cannes?

And How could any fashion designer want this in their "Press Page"? With that KRAZEE HAIR!!!???



Well, that's it for the first night of Cannes 2014.



Click Below to watch the Trailer to "Grace of Monaco":

WHO WORE WHAT?.....The 2014 Billboard Latin Music Awards Red Carpet, The Bueno and "Ayyy Mija!" and "Ayyy Mijo!"!

 Los Best Dressed: Model/Actress/Beauty Queen Cynthia Olavarria and Telenovela actor Mauricio Henao--2014 Billboard Latin Music Awards Bank United Center Coral Gables, Florida

Tonight were the 2014 Billboard Latin Music Awards or Premios Billboard. They were televised on Telemundo and held at the Bank United Center in Coral Gables Florida, very near Miami. The show gives out awards to the top chart and radio airplay of Latino-based music. Now, to the more important matter at hand: the FASHION! Usually, at these Latino awards shows, there's a lot of mini skirted platform-heeled messes. And thank you Dios...there wasn't much of that here. There were some Bueno but yes, there were some slit-up-to-here "Pageant Betty" no-no's as well and some HOMBRES that needed much styling help...Let's get to it.

First, the Bueno:

Cynthia Olavarria: Cynthia is just GA-GA-GORGEOUS! No surprise that she almost became Miss Universe back in 2005 (she was First Runner-Up). She's since become a top model and actress and TV host. She looked AMAZING in this strapless printed hi-lo gown. The gown was superb. And her pulled-back hair, makeup and simple accessories (only the drop earrings),  tells me she knows EXACTLY what she is doing--or at least her "Glam Team" does. Muy Bueno!

Priscila Perales: Another pageant girl, Priscila Perales, tops my list of Best Dressed at the Billboard Latin Music Awards Red Carpet. Perales was "Nuestra Belleza Mexico 2005" (Miss Mexico for Miss Universe) and subsequently in 2007 became "Miss International". To the Billboard Latin Music Awards show red carpet, she wore a black and silver tulle-and-sequin strapless gown. It was elegant and I liked that she left her hair non-bouffant. This modernized the look.

Rosalyn Sanchez: Lifetime Network's "Devious Maids" actress Rosalyn Sanchez wore an ivory gown with cowl side sleeves and cut-out arm detail. The entire look is very complimentary to her figure and really makes you focus on her hourglass shape. I liked that she also kept it simple with her hair, makeup and accessories.

Lena Burke: This beauty was dressed by.....Oscar Garcia-Lopez!!! Yes, our very favorite and winning designer of Project Runway: Under The Gunn. When I saw Oscar in NY recently he told me he is incredibly busy, and this is one of the projects he was clearly hard at work on. Lena looks gorgeous in this strapless black with silver beaded wrap dress with high slit. And, of course, the fit is impeccable!

Natalia Jimenez: Spanish singer of "La 5a Estacion" looked fabulosa in this black high neck column gown with sharp shoulder/arm detail. I also loved the silver "Wonder Woman" cuffs and metallic clutch. To finish the look off, she was smart to stick to the high bun hairstyle she's known for.

Paloma Marquez: Mexican telenovela actress and TV presenter Paloma Marquez chose a fan-pleated chiffon coral/pink blouson gown for tonight's red carpet. I thought she looked quite nice. The gown was simple and elegant and her styling (hair, etc.) worked with the entire look.

Monique Abbadie: Former child actress/star/singer and "The Voice: Season 4" contestant Monique Abbadie wore a red lace gown with "plunging" center front neckline (it was covered with illusion) and drop shoulder detail. I liked this gown and liked that she wore red to (almost) match her hair. Again, it was wise to keep it simple in terms of accessories and jewelry.

Vanessa Villela: Mexican singer and actress Vanessa Villela wore a very nice black strapless gown with structured sequined front detail. The gown was great and I liked her dark smoky eye. The only thing I wasn't a fan of is the copper/antique-like earrings; those did not make any sense. Also, her hairstyle could have been a little more modern.

Sofia Lachapelle: Telemundo journalist Sofia Lachepelle wore a baby blue satin strapless gown with peplum detail. This was an elegant way to show up on the Billboard Latin Music Awards red carpet. The dress fit her well and her center-front parted hairstyle was modern and chic.

Gala Montes: Thirteen-year old Mexican actress Gala Montes looked SUPER cute in this strapless silver sequined and lilac dress. Everything about it was right--from her hair, to earrings to peep-toe heels...super! I would like my niece to look like this at a red carpet event. Yes, totally!

Mauricio Henao: Oh Huney! Colombian-American telenovela actor Maurico looked like what I would want my date to look like if I ever was asked to attend the Billboard Latin Music Awards: Impeccable. Sleek. The printed tuxedo fit really well, his slicked hair gave a "hint" of "Hollywood Old-School Glamour"...Ten Points!

Sergio Mur: Spanish actor Sergio Mur looked liked the manager of a Zara store. And that's just right with me! The suit fit him well, he looked sexy-business. Very handsome.

Prince Royce: Singer-songwriter prince Royce opted for a very skinny black and silver-gray lapel suit and silver skinny tie. I think this was just right for him and especially for his teeny-weeny body type (Latino Twinky!). Muy cute.

Couple Good: Puerto Rican reggaeton duo Alexis and Fido (left) and Venezuelan pop duo Chino y Nacho (right)--For the "Red Carpet Duo" category, these two did OK. I like the colors in Alexis' blue suit and Nacho's red one. I also appreciate Chino's brocade flower-printed jacket; so much so, I want it!



The "Ayyy Mija's!!!":

Kimberly Dos Ramos: Venezuelan actress, entertainer, model, singer Kimberly Dos Ramos, wore a black one shoulder gown that from one side looked good. And then, she turned and it was like "Oh No She Didn't!": there was a nude/illusion black applique mini inset on a side slit panel; it was CHONCHEE and messy. "No" is "No" in English and Spanish.

Lace NO: Colombian-born fitness model Andrea Calle (left) and Venezuelan telenovela actress Sonya Smith (right)--On the left, Andrea's coral lace strapless gown is OK, but so bought-from-a-store looking and just a note to all the ladies with big faux bobbies: Strapless Is Not Your Friend. Sonya, on the other hand, looks fine but this sequined lace applique gown just ages her and is a bit on the "Figure Skating Costume" end.

Laura Pausini: Italian pop singer-songwriter Laura Pausini wore this black crepe gown with structured front panel featuring blue and black caviar beaded sequins.  It's a bit of a mess. I just don't understand how someone of Laura's stature (and bank account) cannot just order and buy a Giorgio Armani Prive Haute Couture gown and wear it. She should.

Melissa "Crash" Barrera: Radio and TV personality Melissa "Crash" Barrera did not do herself any favors on the red carpet with this look. The gown was wrinkled. The cheap interfacing on the bodice was puckering (Ouch!!) and the "Cleopatra" necklace was not necessary. Oh and then there's the hair: No comment. She's way too pretty to look this messy.

Penelope Menchanca: TV host, singer and actress Penelope Menchanca wore this bubblegum pink strapless gown. This would have been OK in my "Red Carpet" book, if it were not for the fact that the twisted petal detail is RIGHT ON HER BREAST! Who. Does. That??? How did she not realize that it was there and that it would look A) Tacky; and B) Awkward.

Leslie Grace: Singer-songwriter Leslie Grace looked very pretty. I get what she was going for: the midriff-exposing trend of crop tops and ball gowns. But...(I think it was the slit, the trampy heels, and overall look, that got to me.) On a good note: her hair and makeup look FAB!

James Tahhan: Venezuelan chef and TV personality, James Tahhan, wore a very shiny plum colored suit that fit oddly. I actually like the color, the problem here for me is the Oh-So-1992 slicked backed hair and too-long pant legs. He may be cute and all, but style-wise, it's a 2 out of Ten.

Juan Plaza: "Miami Vice" Called and they wanted their wardrobe back. Ayyy Dios Mio!

Sean Paul: Oh Sean Paul. Seriously. Why? The hair. The glasses, The yellow teeth. Those sneakers. Not cool. Why?