Style Stars for May: Ashley Madekwe and Christa B. Allen

Is there anything more satisfying than a good nighttime soap?  This year, ABC introduced us to Revenge, the best evening soap since the glory days of 90210, Melrose Place and Models, Inc. (my personal fave!), and in the process has introduced the fashion world to two uniquely different but equally awesome rising red carpet superstars – Ashley Madekwe and Christa B. Allen.  Ashley shows her instinct for mixing polish with edge not only on the small screen as the talented-but-possibly-devious Grayson family flack but also on her own fashion blog ashley-ringmybell.blogspot.com while Christa’s red carpet style is just as wonderfully sweet yet a touch naughty as her character Charlotte Grayson.  Here, we celebrate them as our Style Stars for the month.        

Christa in Contrarian New York at Tyler Shields’ Art Opening

Christa rocked this bright red dress to a party for photographer Tyler Shields.  She dressed up this Contrarian sundress with classic black heels and metallic accessories, creating an effortlessly perfect look for summer.  I absolutely love her choice of a bold red tone and admire the way she used fashion-forward accessories to give her look a sophisticated edge. 

-       Rebecca Dancer, LSPR Intern

Ashley in LOFT at The Vow Premiere

What I love most about Ashley’s style is her casually confident approach to dressing.  She always looks like she’s wearing what she feels good in, which has become my own personal motto for dressing on a daily basis.  I love that she opted for a striped top (from LOFT), skinny jeans and heels for a recent premiere instead of the standard cocktail dress.  She looks fashionable, but not overdone – what more could we ask for?    

 - Lauren Stillman

Christa in Maria Lucia Hohan at the New.Now.Next Awards

Wow is all I can say.  I love the striking color and the daring plunging neckline.  But my favorite thing about the look?  She paired the deep red color with long blue and black crystal earrings.  Totally unexpected and totally awesome. 

 - Lauren Stillman

Ashley at the HFPA and InStyle “A Night of Firsts”
Ashley Madekwe went for a flirty and fun look at the InStyle party with her printed fringe dress. The pattern looks great on Ashley and provides a nice silhouette on her body. This is the perfect party look for both spring and summer.

 -- Taylor Saviano, LSPR Intern

Christa in Donna Karan at the Lucky Magazine Party
Christa took a fashion risk in this black cropped top and tribal print midi skirt by Donna Karen at the Lucky Magazine party. This look made Christa stand out from the crowd and prove she is not afraid to take chances on the red carpet. I love the pairing of the crop top and printed midi skirt; two of this seasons biggest trends.

-- Taylor Saviano, LSPR Intern

Ashley in Armani Exchange at the New.Now.Next Awards

Ashley kept it classy and clean in Armani Exchange at the NewNowNext Awards held at the Avalon. There is something about the combination of her barely there strappy heels with her dress that I just cannot get enough of! That paired with her blue nail polish is pure genius.

-       Katie Schuster, LSPR Intern

Christa in Naeem Khan at the Disney International Upfronts

Christa was stunning at the Disney International Upfronts in this Naeem Khan dress. The cut is so flattering on her, and having the back open like that just takes the dress to a whole other level. Her simple hair and makeup not only pair seamlessly with her outfit, but she looks beautiful! Not to be forgotten are her Aperlai shoes - those things are crazy in the best way!

 - Katie Schuster, LSPR Intern

Ashley at the Naeem Khan Private Dinner

Ashley went for an edgy, but classy look with her silver grid sheath dress. Madekwe added pops of color with yellow neon nail polish and a coral lip color.  The dress may have been simple in shape, but the overall effect was an eye-catching one.  

--Molly Goldberg, LSPR Intern

Christa at the NYLON Magazine Annual May Young Hollywood Issue Party

Christa B. Allen showed off her summer flare with the perfect amount of color at the recent NYLON Magazine party. Allen sported the hot trend of a white button down, but added a fashion-forward twist with this eye drawing Kelsey Quan necklace. The pink in the necklace perfectly coordinates with her skirt, giving her a sweet, but fun look.

-- Molly Goldberg, LSPR Intern