The Billboard award is an honour given by Billboard, a publication and music popularity chart covering the music business. This year's winners were Taylor Swift and Justin Bieber and our very own Brit Sam Smith. Sam scooped up an award on Sunday night for 'top new artist'. Sam Smith's chart topping song was introduced to me by my friend's 85 year old grandmother earlier this year, Grandma insisted that the song was on repeat, whilst we sat out on her veranda in the Caribbean. I've also read an article about him discussing his inspirations, his father, on coming out as a gay man and his favourite albums. He's an interesting dude.
This Las Vegas-based high profile event at the Grand Garden arena attracted talented artists, entertainers, stars and models from around the world and of course when they are in town out comes the red carpet and the stunning gowns.
H & M model Lily Aldridge from Cali wore a see-through Balmain magenta and black pleated skirt, black top and striking Gold wrist cuffs by designer Jennifer Fisher she teamed it up with an ever so cute Eddie Parker clutch bag. Lily's Guiseppe Zanotti shoes were impeccable and so is her perfectly symmetrical face, nude lips, work well on Lily they accentuate her high cheek bones and facial contours. Lily's Papa is English and is from North London.
Bronx pop diva Jennifer Lopez, now 45 (but age defying !) arrived in a daring, curve-hugging semi-sheer dress which showed off her washboard stomach and a glimpse of her cleavage. The nearly nude, beaded gown with crystal appliqués was chosen by her stylist Mariel Haenn. Her brown smoky eye make-up and creamy blush complimented her new highlights. Some say she didn't wear knickers (panties/underwear) on the night I suppose only young Casper will know if she did or not (grin).
Rita Ora who hails from West London stepped out in a white cut-out Fausto Puglisi dress, some fashion bloggers called it a white wash. Her gown had large gold details, again no underwear worn on the night; funny how these things become the 'norm' over time. Her dress kept flying open with the wind. She adorned herself with Jennifer Fisher jewels, the slit in the dress looked sultry. We loved her shoes and her trademark poppy red lip colour. Still unsure about the platinum locks.
Goodbye Vegas, until next time !
Monica Cummings