Modest Hollywood

The holiday season has dawned upon us and the fabulous women of Hollywood are out in full fashion force. 2014 has been a year for the record books in the realm of modesty and it is no surprise that the notion modesty has surpassed "trend" status is now a full blown expectation of classy women everywhere. The women below have proven time and again ( yes, you, Maggie Gyllenhaal) that covering up is not only sophisticated and feminine, but sexy too. 

While white, lace and full silhouettes seem to be trends to look out for as we head into 2015, nothing beats a classic LBD; Amy Adams, Angelina Jolie, Julianne Moore and Nicole Kidman and Reese Witherspoon prove that the little black dress is as timeless as can be. 

ALEXA CHUNG

AMY ADAMS

ANGELINA JOLIE

CAMERON DIAZ

CHRISSY TIEGEN

EVA LONGORIA

FELICITY JONES

JULIANNE MOORE

 KEIRA KNIGHTLEY

MAGGIE GYLLENHAAL

MICHELLE DOCKERY

NICOLE KIDMAN

OLIVIA PALERMO

 OPRAH WINFREY

PAULA PATTON

POPPY DELVIGNE

REESE WITHERSPOON

SARAH JESSICA PARKER 

VICTORIA BECKHAM

So You Wanna Dress Like a Princess

She came. She saw. She conquered. Sure, she looked a little miffed while doing it all-- it didn't seem like Kate was particularly excited to be in New York (can we blame her-- #FiveMonthsPregnant), but she rose to the fanfare nonetheless, and she looked fabulous doing it. That's why we love her so much. And by we, I clearly mean me. It's an unhealthy obsession.

Speaking of looking fabulous, I know you loved Kate Middleton's LBD she wore her first night here. You know, the lace black dress she wore to the snazzy British dinner. Well, you may not be able to afford a Princess's wardrobe, but nobody said you can't copy it, and copy it you shall. You're welcome.

This dress from ASOS captures almost all of the elements of Kate's Beulah London dress, only it's a fraction of the price (under $100!)-- and slightly longer too! With free shipping both ways, how can you not try this one on. It's the perfect little dress for that special occasion, or for a random dinner with your Prince and a bunch of rich people in New York. Take your pick. Watch this dress on the runway in the link below to get a true idea of how fabulous this dress is and you'll see just how much like a Princess you can look.

Oasis Baroque Lace Midi Dress

That Time I Saw Will and Kate

I'm about to tell you a series of true stories about a night of fairytales for this New York lady.

True story-- I was just at the Met. I just saw Prince William and Kate Middleton. I stood in the freezing cold for almost an hour, but tonight a dream came true.

True story-- I got a stellar spot right in front of the famous stairs of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. William came out of the car first on the spectator side of the street. He waved, I died. So the story goes. Kate got out on the other side, so at first my view was obstructed by the ridiculous convoy they have, but it wasn't long until I saw the beauty that is the Duchess of Cambridge in all her Jenny Packham adorned glory. She is nothing short of fabulous. And tall. Really tall. The Duke and Duchess turned around to smile and wave to the crowd. It was incredible.

True story-- the woman standing next to me and I were talking very excitedly about the arrival of the Duke and Duchess, and I told her about this here blog I have. She asked me what I think Kate would be wearing and I told her it would hands down be Jenny Packham. I win.

True story-- I was interview by the news about royal spectating. Fox 5 people. That story will never get old to me.

One last true story-- Kate and Will ascended the steps of the legendary Metropolitan Museum of Art. They were greeted by a guard of St. Andrews students adorned in red robes to welcome them to the 600th anniversary dinner and fundraiser for the University. A hush came over the crowd as the two royals greeted their welcoming party and everyone was watching the two in awe when suddenly, in my most Brooklyn-y accent ever, I screamed at the top of my lungs WE LOVE YOU KATE! I was told she heard me loud and clear. I may officially be the most un-British, crass American ever, but Kate heard me. Life=complete.

Tonight became a memory that I will be able to tell my kids, a time that I can say I saw the Prince and Princess. It's not the typical fairytale-- no, Kate is living that dream, but tonight was just a little slice of fairytale for me and it's certainly something I will never forget.

When Life Hands You a Nor'Easter, Wear a Pink Coat

And that's exactly what the Duchess of Cambridge did this morning. In true regal style, the Princess wore a fabulously expensive pink Mulberry coat (another British designer!) that was the brightest spot of color on this gloomy dark day.

Will and Kate were at the September 11th Memorial this morning to pay their respects and leave a little note and some flowers. The Duchess was dressed to perfection and basically gave the royal middle finger to this horrible weather. If there is one thing British people know how to deal with, it's rain.

This Just In: British People Meet a Basketball

Sigh. This is the most awkward photo of three people holding a basketball ever. Finally, something that Prince George can one day be embarrassed by his [almost] perfect parents for. On behalf of America, you're welcome, George.

At least the coat looks great.

Kate Middleton, Honorary New Yorker

Well HELLO.

Check out those unbelievable pants! Something tells me those insanely form-fitted-to-perfection pants are not maternity, but Will and Kate look very ready for a night in New York City! Kate wore a gray/silver Tory Burch Bettina coat to meet the Clintons at yet another fundraiser-- finally an American designer! Kudos goes to Tory Burch for snagging the honor, but I had a feeling that would be the case, as Kate has worn Tory Burch in the past. But the real star of tonight will definitely be those pants. That's a New York City pair of pants right there. I think this means Kate is officially a New Yorker.

I think it's equally important to highlight Prince William's ensemble. Plaid! I adore the gent. I mean positively adore this guy in and out, plaid and Native American belt and all. He looks like the brawny man-- it's like he got a memo on what Brooklyn hipster guys wear and decided to embrace it wholeheartedly. Looking fabulous, Wills.

I'd like to just state for the record that I am currently watching my first basketball game on TV ever. I'm dedicated to the cause, people.

The Farther from London, The Shorter the Hemline

I'm just saying, is anyone else noticing Kate's micro hemlines in NYC? The little rebel Princess is taking a more daring look in a city that never really plays it safe with fashion. If this is what Kate has to do to break the British mold, then power to ya sister! Modesty is still reigning supreme with the royal, but you can tell the Duchess is trying to have a little more fun during her American visit than her conservative motherland would normally allow. NYC will do that to you, bb, so drink that Kool Aid.

Disappointingly though, Kate wore another British designer in a nonetheless stellar coat by Goat. No doubt she'll need a good coat in this deep freeze, but a little more Americana wouldn't have hurt. Am I the only one that feels this way?

Kate is in Harlem today to wrap presents with little kiddies, and no doubt the teacher in that classroom is the luckiest woman in the world. I mean, if I could meet a princess while working for the New York Board of Education, I would say that my life was made-- Princess meeting AND a pension. Now that's what I'm talking about. Stay tuned-- there's more to come.

A Princess in New York

I'm dying. I'm kvelling. I'm shepping. I'm literally cannot even-ing. The Duchess is HERE. In my city, in my hometown, in my air space, in my breathing space. Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Cmbridge, Kitty-Kat Kate Middleton is in the city that never sleeps and I can't handle it.

Last night, Kate and her ridiculously handsome (he looks so much more handsome in New York) husband Will showed up to the Carlyle hotel to true fanfare. It may not have been pomp and circumstance but it was a New York welcome to two people who were long over due for a visit.

Kate showed up to the legendary hotel wearing a stellar merlot colored coat from British maternity brand Seraphine and a pair of booties (the Duchess wore booties, people), and changed into a black lace Beulah dress with Stewart Weitzman heels for her dinner with the elite Brits of NYC. While I loved both looks tremedously, both designers were British-- I really hope that Kate embraces NYC fashion-wise and chooses some American based designers, specifically New York designers, for the rest of her visit. I would love to see her in some Diane Von Furstenburg, Zac Posen, or Alexander Wang.

All in all, it was a spectacular first night for the royal couple in NYC, and I give them both incredible props for walking outside without coats for the latter part of their evening; it's bitter cold and these two dressed like it's a mild 65 degrees out. WORD. I think the question here really is how come Kate could be 5 months pregnant and look svelte, but I eat half a sandwich and a tic tac and I look like the Goodyear blimp? Riddle me that.