On My Own Imaginary Red Carpet(s)

I may or may not have an incredibly over-active imagination. When that imagination crosses paths with the looks presented at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, crazy things start to happen. Perhaps it's all the red carpet coverage that I've been watching lately, but as I looked through the pictures on Style.com a scenario started to come to me. In said scenario I am one of the year's nominees for best actress (I told you, over-active). My performance is so incredible that the people, the Hollywood Foreign Press, the critics and most importantly the Academy of Arts and Sciences all loved it. Since my film has also been nominated for best picture, my attendance is practically required on every red carpet. Although this is an extremely tedious and exhausting requirement that I dread, I am contractually obliged. See, the independent film that I'm promoting had a very small budget and I agreed to make appearances to get the general public interested in it. I simply don't have a choice. It's my JOB. Finding beautiful things to wear to each occasion is the number one thing on my "to do" list. I KNOW. WHAT A CHORE. Thankfully my indie cred makes all the top designers ravenous to get me in their stuff. That makes Rachel's job all the easier. (Ummmm, yes Rachel Zoe is my stylist obviously.) ...and on, and on, and on with the make believe. In this imaginary world, here's what I'd wear.

During my first red carpet appearance for the film, its premiere, I'd likely wear this Diane von Furstenberg ensemble. Yes, gloves and all.

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My publicist would likely get me a gig as a presenter at the MTV video awards. I think this Alice + Olivia number might have just enough edge while still allowing me to look like the movie star that I am. (For the record, Alice + Olivia might be my favorite collection shown in New York last week.)

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Since I got my start on television, I did several seasons as an assistant district attorney on Law and Order, I always walk the red carpet at the Emmys. It's like a homecoming celebration for me. This Bibhu Mohapatra gown would be the perfect thing to wear to that ceremony, I (and Rachel) think.

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Everyone in the business knows that the appreciation and support of the fans is incredibly important. Being nominated for the People's Choice award is a huge honor. As I work the red carpet and continue the humble brag, I'd wear this stunning Naeem Khan frock.

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Without the critic's approval though, it's tough to maintain a long healthy career. Unless you're Nicholas Cage. For the Critic's Choice awards I'd float down the carpet in this Tadashi Shoji dress.

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There is no question; The Hollywood Foreign Press throws the craziest televised party of any awards season. There's never a dull moment and we never know what to expect. This Monique Lhuillier will do for the evening of craziness that is sure to come.

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Recognition from your peers is never a bad thing, wouldn't you agree? Of course it's an honor to be nominated by the other members of the Screen Actors Guild. To celebrate my recognition, I'd wear this Carolina Herrera.

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Obviously my film has a killer soundtrack. I mentioned it was an indie, right? Its soundtrack would necessitate another presenting gig at the Grammys. This Jenny Packham number might be just what I'd need. The studs that line the plunging neckline give it that "bad girl" vibe that is so necessary on the Grammys' red carpet.

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With the end of red carpet season in sight, I'd gladly don this Reem Acra for the Independent Spirit awards. It's fun, flirty and perfect for this eve of the Oscars awards show.

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Of course the big kahuna, the Academy Awards, brings the season to an end. And by this point I will be so tired of answering the same questions on every red carpet for months. "No, my costar and I are no longer romantically involved. We're just great friends. I have the most respect for him as an actor." But I'll put on my biggest smile and this Badgley Mischka and finish off with a bang. I think it would be the perfect gown to be photographed ad nauseam in and eternally remembered wearing (after I win, obviously).

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So there you have it. I'm totally delusional. But at least I'm incredibly well dressed in my delusions.
Which one is your favorite?Or did you find something else at NYFW to wear to your next red carpet appearance?