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SASHES AND TIARAS.....Miss World 2015 "World Fashion Designer Dress": The Top Ten "Best" According to Miss World Judges...Really?

World Fashion Designer Top 10: Maybe, Maybe Not--Miss World 2015 "World Fashion Designer Dress" Event, Sanya China

Photos courtesy of MissWorld.com

Events leading up to the Finals of the 65th Annual Miss World Beauty Pageant are occurring this past week. The Finals are December 19th but yesterday there was a "Preliminary" event for the Miss World--World Fashion Designer Dress Event, where all the 100+ contestants wore ensembles/gowns made by designers from their home countries. Tomorrow are the Finals of this event where the Miss World Top Model and World Designer Award fashion gala take place.

But at the Preliminary event, the contestants modeled their designs in front of the judges and the Top Ten "World Designer Dresses" were chosen. Here they are in alphabetical order (country-wise).

I'm not so sure these would have been my Top Ten Best Designer Dresses/Ensembles, in fact I would have probably put one or two in my "Uh Oh!" List. Not so sure what "Designer Dress" Kool-Aid the judges were drinking but here were their choices..

Miss Bosnia and Herzegovina Marijana Marcovic: Right away, I have an issue with this big ol' mess being named as Top Ten Miss World 2015 "Best World Fashion Designer Dress". This cha-cha black and silver trimmed design was created by Carmen Line according to the Miss World website. It is tacky and very "My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding". The pointed strapless neckline is not just obnoxious but would be ripped to shreds by any red carpet correspondent if this was ever worn at a red carpet event. It's BAD.

Miss Brazil Catharina Choi: Catharina wore this midnight blue lace gown designed by Olga Blanc. It's OK; nothing extraordinary. I've seen these styles in the back of an "After Five" Dress section at Macy's. I think that a gown worn at the "Miss World--World Fashion Designer Dress" event should be just a little more Haute and a little less department store-like. Maybe it's just me.

Miss Cote D'Ivoire Andrea N'Guessan: I actually like this mustard yellow jumpsuit with vest/cape design worn by Andrea. It's elegant, contemporary and makes a strong impact. I especially love her accessorizing; the gold earrings, gold belt, and THAT head-turban is EVERYTHING! I just wished that the top was a bit more interesting--an asymmetrical drape/pleat perhaps. The princess-seamed pattern to this silhouette is very "Design School 101".

Miss Guadeloupe Arlene Tacite: Arlene wore this ivory crepe gown with blue sequin applique featuring a strapless bustier designed by Jessica Jordan. I liked this. Once again, it's not very innovative--design-wise but it is quite nice; maybe that's the criteria I need to be considering. At least it fits well and the length is perfect.

Miss India Aditi Arya: I expected much more from a Miss World India. Seriously. This gold and ivory sequined column gown designed by Monisha Jaising is, again, just OK, but nothing spectacular. I could see this dress at a department store...or in the Downtown L.A. Garment District.

Miss Indonesia Maria Harfanti: Maria wore this blue and ivory gown which evokes a possible "Ming Vase" inspiration. The gown was designed and created by private clientele designer brand Windy Chandra Couture. It's nice but certainly not on the scale of an UBER fabulous Guo Pei creation.

Miss Italy Greta Galassi: Greta wore this golden and silver/pewter colored satin-and-sequined gown from Erasmo Fiorentino. The design featured some cut-out's and peek-a-boo's. It had a hint of "Art Deco" but I just don't understand why this ended up as a Top Ten. The sketch was better than Greta wearing it. I think on a dark-skinned contestant, this might have had a bit more of an impact, but on her, it was a "meh".

Miss Mongolia Anu Namshyrin: Anu wore this white illusion, chiffon and silver sequin gown designed by Tserenlkhagva Khuyag-Ochi. It featured sheer sleeves, 80's shoulders, and a drop waist silhouette. This was a bit wedding gown vibe to the dress; too cutesy and too Mother-of-the-Bride--or maybe the father's Mistress(!)...at a Russian millionaire's wedding. Just saying.

Miss Puerto Rico Keysi Vargas: Keysi's black nude netting/illusion with black sequin applique gown , designed by Jose Karlo, was one of the better ones chosen in the Top Ten Miss World 2015 "World Fashion Designer Dress" event. I loved the architectural aspect of the design and sharp shoulder/front detail, as well as the contrast fabric knit long sleeve top section. I just wished the sequined lace applique would have started a little lower in her hips/thigh area; it was just a little too close to her "Uh Oh" regions.

Miss Vietnam Tran Ngoc Lan Khue: Not sure how this rather plainly-designed ombre-hued blood red-to-yellow gown ended up as one of the Top ten best. The off the shoulder dress was designed by Ly Qui Khanh. I think this was rather basic and not memorable. And certainly not "Best World Designer Dress" material.

*UP NEXT: MY CHOICES for BEST Miss World 2015 "World Designer Dresses"...and the OH DEAR!

NICK HOSTS.....Excited to be HOSTING "Ciao Italia" MODA MUSA Fashion Show at Santa Monica Place THIS SUNDAY October 18th!

Ciao Italia! Nick Verreos Hosts Moda Musa Fashion Show THIS Sunday, October 18th as part of Santa Monica's "Ciao Italia" Month-long Festivities

I'm so excited to be hosting a fabulous fashion show event THIS upcoming Sunday, October 18th at the Santa Monica Place: The "Ciao Italia" MODA MUSA Fashion Show at the Santa Monica Place. The city of Santa Monica California is having a month-long celebration of ITALY entitled "Ciao Italia"--ending on October 31st--Ciao Italia Santa Monica promises to be one of the most pervasive celebrations of Italy on the West Coast—reaching the many people who love things Italian in Southern California and beyond. Events will include a Fashion Show, Wine & Cheese event, Outdoor Film Screening, and the best of Italy's food and wine.

Santa Monica Place Shopping Center will host Italian and Italian inspired fashion in its center plaza. From runways and designer shows, to city streets and suburban neighborhoods, Italian inspired fashion can be seen everywhere.

I was SUPER EXCITED when I was asked to host the CIAO ITALIA "Moda Musa" Fashion Show...

Nick Loves Italia-- (L to R--clockwise) Nick Verreos with partner David Paul in Firenze Italia; Nick Verreos hosting the "Florence Meets Hollywood" event at the Sala Rosa, FUA/Florence University of the Arts; Nick Verreos in Positano, Italy.

I have had a LOVE for Italy my entire life and have been honored in the past to participate in a Seminar/Lecture in Florence Italy through a U.S.-based University's "Summer In Italy" Study Abroad Program, and even showed my NIKOLAKI high-end designer gowns and dresses at a special fashion show in Firenze. Along with my partner David, I have also had the privilege of spending several holidays in the Amalfi Coast, Positano and Capri. And those beyond-gorgeous locales have served as inspirations for many of my NIKOLAKI as well as NV Nick Verreos collections.

Needless to say, I'm beyond happy to be part of this Ciao Italia Santa Monica "Homage to Italy" month...

Here are all the DETAILS of the "Moda Musa" Fashion Show on October 18th:

WHAT: CIAO ITALIA MODA MUSA Fashion Show featuring Fashion from Bloomingdale's, Tory Burch, Hugo Boss, The Kooples + More!--Proceeds from this event benefit the Santa Monica-Malibu Education Foundation

WHEN: Sunday, October 18, 2015

5 PM-8 PM--Doors open at 4 PM

WHERE: Santa Monica Place, 395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica CA 90401

TICKETS: General Admission: $95

Single VIP: $145

Call for More Info: 310-260-8333. Click HERE for all the details and ticket info.

See you in Santa Monica THIS upcoming Sunday and...Ciao!

WHO WORE WHAT?.....Emmy Awards 2015: Trend Alert! Black is Back, Some Good, Some Not-So-Much

Trend Alert: Black is Back...on the Red Capet--2015 Emmy Awards Red Carpet

At last night's 67th Annual Emmy Awards, we saw a lot of black gowns on the red carpet. This was slightly unusual, knowing that it was almost 100 degrees outside, and there was word that many stylists and their clients (actresses) were thinking of wearing lighter colors. We did see lots of white gowns as well as bright colors, but surprisingly, black was a big red carpet trend. Let's take a look at some who did it well, and some, not-so-much, in my opinion:

Amanda Peet in Michael Kors: I thought Amanda Peet looked quite Lady-like and elegant in this Michael Kors black textured damask ball gown. The peek-a-boo front open panel was on-trend as well. And I loved her simple top bun hair and barely-there accessorizing.

Taraji P. Henson in Alexander Wang: Oh, look what we have here. two trends: Black dress plus, there's that peek-a-boo front again! "Empire" actress Taraji P. Henson wore a sexy slightly see-through gown from Alexander Wang. The gown featured a lace-like gown-skirt, chain straps, and yes, that front peek-a-boo. I thought she looked glamorous and a nice contrast with her "Empire" over-the-top character's wardrobe.

Julia Louis-Dreyfus in SAFiYAA: "Veep" actress Julia Louis-Dreyfus wore a stunning one-shoulder column gown from SAFiYAA. SAFiYAA is a British-based label headed by German-born designer Daniela Karnuts. Louis-Dreyfus accessorized with dazzling Chopard jewels, including a ring, bracelet and earrings. The gown was simple, architectural--the way Louis-Dreyfus likes her red carpet dresses. I think this was a classic and elegant way to show the Black is Back Trend.

Julianne Hough in Marchesa Spring 2016: I loved this ethereal gown on Julianne Hough. This dress is from the just-shown-at-NY Fashion Week Marchesa Spring 2016 collection. The collection is inspired by birds and feathers and bird cages. All of these elements can be seen in this one gown. I also think she was styled perfectly with the simple black headband and black clutch.

Amy Poehler in Michael Kors Collection: I'll just be blunt--This was a Yawn and a half. I'm always frustrated when I see this types of dresses on the red carpet--dresses that could have been bought at your local department store's "After-Five Dresses" section, and then hear the actress say "It's a MICHAEL KORS!". It could have been from "Black House/White Market" for that matter! And then, there's THAT HAIR. I cannot believe that someone actually got paid A LOT of money to do that hair. This was a fail in both dress and styling.

Jamie Lee Curtis: Jamie Lee Curtis wore this sculptural gown with long train at last night's 2015 Emmy Awards. I think this was a nice choice for Jamie Lee Curtis. She has a fabulous figure and the silhouette showed off all her glorious curves and statuesque form. I would have liked to see a side or center front slit and possibly more of a boat neck but other than that, I think this was very nice on Jamie Lee Curtis.

Natasha Lyonne: Fringe is HUGE for Fall, and here we see it on Natasha Lyonne's off-the-shoulder dress. I'm not so much a fan of this style on Natasha. It looks more like something out of "Chicago: the Musical". Now, what I'm not really a fan of is that sad, sad hair style (fire the hairstylist! Again!), and those clunky shoes (I can still see them through all that fringe).

Lady Gaga in Brandon Maxwell: I liked this gown on Lady Gaga. I didn't like all the side-boob-age but overall, well done for Lady Gaga's first appearance at the Emmy Awards. For more on my thoughts, you can click HERE.

Rachel Brosnahan: "House of Cards" actress Rachel Brosnahan wore this black and copper/chocolate gown with keyhole front opening and waist tie. It was an interesting design but frankly, a bit Mumsy. But what really irked me was THAT HEM. What is going on? It almost looks as if someone top stitched the hem and did it really, really badly. I don't understand.

What are your thoughts on the Black is Back...on the Red Carpet trend? Do we want to see more black gowns or more color?

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