The 83rd Academy Awards were last month. One of the best parts of awards shows (if not the best part) is looking for trends in the red carpet events before the shows. Here at EK we noticed a few trends and styles at the Oscars that closely follow some that we offer on FashionStake.com. White and soft metallics were big at this year’s Oscars, like this Monique L’huillier dress worn by Mandy Moore, Michelle Williams in Chanel, or Cate Blanchett in Givenchy. 
Our Sadia dress is made of shimmery silk twill in either oyster or chocolate with orange detail. 
My absolute favorite look of the evening was Natalie Portman. Her elegant hairstyle and understated jewelry perfectly complemented the flowing, beaded Rodarte gown. The way the fabric draped along the front reminded me of the pin tuck detailing of our georgette Tatiana skirt. Plum looks great on many skin tones, as does the hip length and soft silk charmeuse of our Aisha blouse. What were your favorite looks from the night? All images from Style.com
Meet the Photographer: Graeme Fouste
As you flip through the images from the Eva Khurshid NYFW presentation you’ll see there are a variety of photo styles represented. We are in love with the way each photographer captured the event. Since we enjoyed their work so much, we wanted to introduce you to some of the amazing photographers that helped bring you a taste of NYFW.
Today’s post brings you Graeme Fouste, make sure to check out his portfolio and blog!
What events led you into photography?
I started my career in photography by going to local concerts and hanging out with bands. I also interned for a prominent advertising photographer and once I got a taste of the industry I was hooked.
What most inspires you?
Music, dive bars, road trips and long walks on short beaches.
You use a Holga film camera in some of your recent prints. Why might a photographer want to use film instead of going exclusively digital?
It’s more of a personal choice. I learned by shooting on medium format black and white film in college and have always loved the organic feel of the medium.
Holga prints by Graeme
How does fashion photography differ from your other work?
I’m not really a fashion photographer, I like to think of myself more as a portrait photographer.
Do any photographers, currently or in the past, influence your style?
Yeah I have a have a ton of photo colleagues & friends all over the south east. I am constantly impressed by their creative vision. I do really like Terry Richardson and Peter Yang’s work with Rolling Stone Magazine.
Graeme and Terry Richardson in NYC
When shooting events how do you capture the right moments, interactions between people, etc?
I just like to hang out and talk to people, once you gain someones trust its easy.
You have shot several portraits for musicians, celebrities, and ad campaigns. Can you tell us about your favorites?
When I was working as a photojournalist I took a picture of Barak Obama, the next time I met him he signed it. That’s one of my favorite moments. Also making faces with Andrew W.K., we sat down and chatted for a little while and he is one of the deepest thinking individuals I have ever met, Party Hard!
Making faces with Andrew W.K.
What is your best tip for people having their picture taken?
Relax and Laugh.
What is your all time favorite image?
The ones I haven’t taken yet.
All images courtesy of Graeme Fouste