Variety & WWD joined forces to celebrate the inaugural StyleMakers on November 19 at Smashbox Studios in Culver City, CA. The fashion-forward publications came together to recognize and celebrate the creative behind-the-scenes talent in fashion, beauty and style that made an impact on the entertainment industry in the past year. At a time when fashion and Hollywood are intertwined more closely than ever, the event honored the innovators and creative forces whose work transcends both worlds for their accomplishments.
The StyleMakers celebration spotlighted innovators whose work has been seen on hits shows like Scandal, Project Runway and Shameless. Honorees included fashion designer Zac Posen, style influencer Freida Pinto, costume designer Lyn Paolo, stylist Elizabeth Stewart, hair stylist Jen Atkin, make-up artist Lisa Eldridge and photographer Matthew Rolston. The star-studded list of celeb presenters included Viola Davis, Katie Holmes, Kerry Washington, Kourtney Kardashian and Kelsey Grammer.
“Designers are celebrities now while actresses and actors are style leaders – sometimes even branded designers. And a costume designer, hair or makeup artist who strikes a chord through a fictional character or a red carpet style can influence the public as powerfully as the runway,” said WWD editor in chief Ed Nardoza.
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