Academy awards 2014: Best Dressed, who won and....Selfies?

Last night it was the 86th Academy Awards and if your anything like me, then this was an extremely exciting event. Why? Well as a fashion enthusiast the Oscars is the place where the celebrities choice of fashion on the red carpet can generate the same amount of buzz as the Academy awards themselves. Make the wrong choice and that decision will haunt you for the rest of your life. I am also a massive movie junkie, if that hadn't already come across so the Annual Academy year awards are like heaven to me and I have to admit this year was one of the best for many reasons; Ellen DeGeneres was a fantastic host, probably the best, the fashion was absolutely outstanding but when is it never?

Best dressed 

So like usual at the Oscars everybody was at the top of their game when it came to their fashion choices which makes it even harder for me to decide who was the best dresses so I'll stick to the few who really caught my eye.

1. Jennifer Lawrence

Of course the ever stunning Jennifer Lawrence was going to make it into my best dressed list, I mean she always has extremely elegant taste when it comes to her fashion and this stunning Scarlett red Dior gown suited her perfectly.

2. Kate Hudson

Okay if I have to choose who was the best dressed overall at last nights oscars, my award would go to the ever lovely Kate Hudson. She shone on the red carpet like a star in the most beautiful Atelier Versace gown that evoked the old Hollywood Glamour. This cleavage baring beaded gown was the ultimate winner for me, it accentuated Kate's curves perfectly and it also paired well with her light blonde hair and pale complexion. Ultimate winner of the night, she was just stunning!

3. Lupita Nyong'o

The absolutely gorgeous Lupita has already been hailed as the queen of the Red Carpet last night but of course I had to mention her in my best dressed list. The best supporting actress winner was the picture of grace last night in this beautiful floor length powder blue Prada gown. Teamed with a plunging neckline, minimal accessories and a simple hairband made the Oscar winner look extremely fresh and stunning.

Winners and Nominee's

Of course we can't be forgetting what the Academy Awards are all about; Honoring some of the greatest talents within the film industry. As I have already said I am a massive film enthusiast so when the actual Academy awards begin underway I always feel a little nervous. It seems silly because I am not nominated but I always get on the edge of my seat wondering what name will be read out of the prestigious card that is held in the presenters grasp.

As always when the winners are read out you are never truly disappointed because every nominee in each category is worthy and I always feel immensely proud of the winner of the coveted statue in each category. Here are some of the winners of last night.

Matthew McConaughey  - Best actor in a leading role

There was absolutely no doubt in my mind that Matthew was going to walk away with the Best actor academy award. I had to admit that he was up against tough competition this year but ultimately he was absolutely deserving of his Oscar win. This was his first nomination and it has been a magnificent transformation for the once rom - com actor who has become the most in demand actors in the past year thanks to his stunning performances in films such as Mud, Magic Mike, Killer Joe, The Lincoln Lawyer and of course his Academy Award winning performance In Dallas Buyers club. I have not yet seen the film but I really want to, even from the clips and trailers that I have seen Matthew looks at his ultimate best and I am thoroughly proud of how far he has come in his career.

Jared Leto - Best Actor in a supporting role.

Out of all the nominations I can admit that I was not shocked that Jared Leto walked away with the Best supporting actor Oscar. Of course I have said that I am yet to see this film but he and McConaughey have garnered enough critical acclaim for their performances In the Dallas Buyers club, especially Leto who plays a HIV positive transgender woman. When I first heard about the film it was Leto's involvement that intrigued me, seeing as this is a completely different role for him to take on and it was the main reason for me to want to see this film. All in all a completely deserving win!. Not to mention his ombre hair is absolutely fabulous!.

Lupita Nyong'o - Best Actress In a leading role.

Every year there is always a standout contender and too me that was the winner of the Best supporting actress oscar, Lupita Nyong'o. Nyong'o gave the most spellbinding performance in the critically acclaimed drama "12 years a slave" and she certainly was the standout winner among the rest of the nominee's. Not only was she truly magnificent she had some extremely memorable scenes, for example the harrowing flogging scene? I just couldn't have pictured this award going to anyone better.

Films: Gravity and 12 years a slave 

Every film that was nominated were truly exceptional but of course in my opinion the truly best films were the ones that dominated the ceremony. "Gravity" was a visually stunning film that had me on the edge of my seat throughout the whole showing and was the winner of the 86th Academy Awards with 7 wins and it was absolutely deserving as it truly was a remarkable film!.

Also "12 years a slave" walked away with the Prestigious best picture Oscar and I was truly happy. This was one film that will always stick with me, it was truly a masterpiece and Steve McQueen couldn't have made a better film that made me cry but also made me think of hope at the same time. It has been a while since a film really hit me but "12 years a slave" was such a magnificent film about humanity and prejudice and to me each actor gave the performance of a lifetime.

The year of the best Selfies and pizza

What really made me laugh about this years academy awards was the truly remarkable host, Ellen DeGeneres. With wit and humor she has been the best host of the Academy Awards so far, not to mention how she started "Selfie Mania" at this years academy awards. Once Ellen got started everyone was in on the game. From Matthew Mcgonaughey and Jared Leto to Emma Watson and Joseph - Gordon Levitt. Not to mention the ultimate selfie of the year goes to Ellen and a host of celebrities at the event. Not to mention this picture set the internet into meltdown.

 Also we can't forget that Ellen just decided to ask the crowd if they were hungry and if she was to order Pizza who would eat it? The funny thing is she actually did and there was this pizza man walking about the Oscars with Pizza boxes!, What I wouldn't have given to have been a Pizza delivery person at that moment. I mean, how awesome can you get?

So overall the 86th Academy Awards were another year of great wins, fashion and Ellen DeGeneres. I always have to mention her because she is just brilliant and pretty much owned the show as a host! But I look forward to another year to pass by of Great films and talent that make me smile, laugh and cry. The academy awards will always be my favorite event of the year and maybe one day I can be there to see it all happening in person.

Weekend Adventures: American Hustle, wine, Food & friends

So after a very hectic week at college, finishing up design projects and officially passing Semester 1! I was so happy when the weekend came so I could relax for the first time in a few months before all the work starts back up again. With all this work out of the way for the moment I decided that it was a good time for me and my best friend to have a catch up over some dinner and a movie, It's like a ritual for the two of us to always go and see the latest film and grab something to eat and as both of us are massive film lovers we don't really complain!.

So first of all we headed out to our favorite local haunt, Sumo. It's a fantastic small Japanese restaurant and I am always going for the chicken yaki - tori as my starter and the Chicken Teryaki dish as my main meal.

So the film of the week that we decided on this time was "American Hustle" and I was extremely excited to finally see it!. I had been looking forward to this film since it first came out and despite all the rave reviews from critics, I had heard from a few friends that it wasn't as good as they had expected so I was a little nervous. Not that I ever listen to other people's opinions anyway which is probably the best thing to do seeing as I thoroughly enjoyed the film. Quite frankly it was spectacular, I mean a film set in the 70's with fantastic costume design, music, con men, Scandals and Jeremy Renner means something brilliant in my book. Not too mention that every single cast member was on fine form, especially Jennifer Lawrence who seems to be on fire this past year and in my opinion a stellar performance from Bradley Cooper who seems to keep getting better and better every time I see him on screen at the moment. 

I am also going to acknowledge Jeremy Renner, who played one of the most interesting characters who was the heart and soul of the film, in my opinion, but the truth is Jeremy Renner is such a versatile and talented actor that he always ends up the standout in every film he does, take a look back at the 2010 film "The town", Renner may not have been the lead but he gave the best performance in the whole film and I always get this feeling that even when he gets nominated every awards ceremony overlooks him and I feel exactly the same with his performance in American Hustle, I think that he should be given some recognition for his performance as Mayor Carmine Polito. 

So all in all It has been a good weekend for me to unwind and spend some quality time for myself and friends. And Of course I believe that everyone should go see American Hustle and give their opinion on the film. I was thoroughly impressed with the film and can't fault it. One another plus note I shall be on my way to see the Wolf of Wall street next week as well 12 years a slave, I am little excited I must admit.