Michelle Monaghan's statement-making, citron-hued gown is lighting up the InStyle afterparty as we speak. The actress stepped out for the festivities in a gown that we're betting turned a few heads not just because of its high-wattage hue, but also its body-conscious fit and sexy keyhole cutout. Adding to the glamour, Michelle carried a coordinating clutch and Irene Neuwirth jewels, then offset the look perfectly with a bright red pout. How'd she do?

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Michelle Monaghan Stylishly Mixes Big and Small Polka Dots
Although everyone loves sweet polka dots, some may be wary of doubling up on the playful print, but not Michelle Monaghan. The actress showed us how to rock the print-on-print style at a Children's Defense Fund event in Beverly Hills. She worked a pair of satin polka-dot trousers, a mini-dot top, and a black leather jacket. She completed her effortless red-carpet style with a statement necklace, black leather pumps, and tousled locks. The key to nailing Michelle's fabulous duo is to vary the size of the polka dots in each piece, so pair a smaller-dot-print top with larger-spotted trousers to re-create this look with ease.

Reese Witherspoon Hits a Charitable Red Carpet in a Tight, Lacy Dress
Reese Witherspoon, Zoe Saldana, and Michelle Monaghan dressed up to attend the Children's Defense Fund of California's annual Beat the Odds Awards at the Beverly Hills Hotel last night. The three actresses hit the red carpet before heading inside for the gala, where they mingled with other guests like Alexis Bledel, Conan O'Brien, and Miranda Cosgrove.
Reese showed off her postbaby body in a tight, lacy Elie Saab dress. She welcomed her third child, son Tennessee Toth, just two months ago. She's back in LA after a trip to NYC earlier this week. Since Tennessee entered the world back in September, Reese has had her hands full. We even got to see pictures of Tennessee Toth during a few of her outings around town.
10 Bold Yellow Celebrity Bags to Carry All Summer!
From satchels, to clutches, to fringed and textured numbers, celebrities around the globe have been spotted toting the chicest sunny-yellow bags. Krysten Ritter paired her floral Dolce & Gabbana dress and ankle-strap espadrilles with a mini yellow bag in Las Vegas, Michelle Monaghan worked printed Tucker pants with a sunny Coach tote in LA, while Serinda Swan styled her studded Zara jacket with a croc-embossed YSL clutch in Beverly Hills. Cruise through to check out which celebrities have been test-driving this vibrant new trend, then shop exact and similar bags to inject a pop of color into your Summer ensembles.
Three Springy Celeb Skirt Looks — Mini, Midi, and Maxi — to Mimic Pronto!
Ali Larter, Kate Bosworth, and Michelle Monaghan were all on the same fashion wavelength when they left the house wearing skirts for a day of running errands in LA. Ali chose a flirty tie-dye miniskirt, which she toughened up with a leather jacket; Michelle wore a ladylike floral midi skirt with amazing Chloé wedges; and Kate took her mint maxi skirt to sporty lengths when she paired it with high-top sneakers. Three totally different looks, all fabulous. Step inside for a closer look at these three ladies in their springy skirt outfits.
Kate Bosworth Does a Fashionable Day Date With Her Man Michael Polish, Olivia Wilde, and Busy Philipps
Kate Bosworth, wearing Proenza Schouler's Spring/Summer 2012 collection, joined boyfriend Michael Polish, Olivia Wilde, Busy Philipps, and Dianna Agron at Vogue's 2011 CFDA Fashion Fund finalist celebration at LA's Chateau Marmont yesterday. Kate and Michael have been constant companions over the past few months, and in addition to their romantic trip to France he also recently accompanied her to a taping of Chelsea Lately. Olivia chose a flirty floral dress for the cocktail reception then changed into a sexy black Yigal Azrouël gown for her red-carpet arrival at last night's In Time premiere.
Busy selected a trendy mint wrap dress for the event and recently told us she's considering recycling last year's homemade Tinkerbell costume for Halloween for her big night of trick-or-treating with daughter Birdie. Fresh off her win at last weekend's Scream Awards, newcomer Chloe Moretz was also on hand for the soiree as were Mad Men's Elisabeth Moss and actress Michelle Monaghan.
Dianna, Kate, and Michelle Celebrate Vogue's Fashion Fund Finalists — Who's Most Fab?
Last night, celebs stepped out in style to celebrate the 2011 CFDA Vogue Fashion Fund finalists at Chateau Marmont. We spied three particularly fashionable ladies in the crowd: Dianna Agron made an appearance wearing a black and white printed dress by Libertine paired with point-toe pumps and a pretty wavy hairdo. Kate Bosworth showed off her abs in a two-piece ensemble by Proenza Schouler paired with black accessories and a poppy orange lip. Meanwhile, Michelle Monaghan opted for a minimally modern look comprised of a colorblock skirt and simple tee. Each of the attendees offers her own spin on Fall dressing, but which look do you like best?

Michelle, Georgina, and Bar Light Up the Whitney Gala in Marchesa — Who's Most Fab?
Last night's Whitney Gala brought out femme, frothy confections on three of the night's gorgeous attendees. It's no coincidence that Michelle Monaghan, Georgina Chapman, and Bar Refaeli's intricately glam creations are all Marchesa — the design house is a favorite for beautifully ornate gowns like these. Still, it makes picking a favorite that much harder. Each stunned in her own right: Michelle in a shimmery, white peplum-trimmed dress; Georgina in a sculptural, statement-red strapless; and Bar in an delicately tiered, champagne-hued gown. It's not easy, but we want to know who gets your vote for most Fab?

Who Had the Best Look of the Week?
The Emmys may be over, but that doesn't mean celebrities were any less stylish this week. Michelle Monaghan went auburn and complemented her color with gorgeous fire-engine red lips; Beyoncé had that mommy-to-be glow and a hip textured French braid; and Zoe Saldana made the case for barely there makeup. Of these three lovely ladies, which do you think had the look of the week?
Gerard Butler Says Shooting Machine Gun Preacher Made Him Feel Like He Had Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Gerard Butler stars in this week's new release Machine Gun Preacher as Sam Childers, a man who left a life of crime and drug addiction to devote himself to his children who'd been affected by the violent attacks of the Lord's Resistance Army in the Sudan. Butler, who also serves as executive producer, and his costar Michelle Monaghan, who plays Sam's wife Lynn, chatted with us during a recent press day in San Francisco. They talked about what it was like portraying real people, how Butler prepared for the role, and the difficulties he endured while filming some of the more disturbing scenes in Africa.
Did you know about Sam's story, and what did you think of the title when you heard it?
Gerard Butler: It was my agent who'd heard about it for a long time, and he loved it, was very passionate about it for a long time. He pitched the story to me, so I immediately connected Machine Gun Preacher with a guy who fought for children in the Sudan. I like the [title] Machine Gun Preacher, I think it's very catchy, but I think that it allows the movie to reveal the far deeper, interesting, more complex story. And yet to let people know that it's a crazy ass movie at the same time. He's a crazy ass guy, a hell of a powerful adventurer as well. I didn't know about it before, and [then] I wanted everyone to know about it.
Michelle Monaghan: I mean obviously, I got the script and saw Machine Gun Preacher, and I was intrigued — come on! I was completely inspired when I'd read it. This is definitely a project I wanted to be a part of, and certainly knowing that Gerry was on board to tell his story, as was Marc Forster, only cemented the idea of being a part of it even more.
To find out what else Butler and Monaghan had to say, like how hard it was shooting the violent scenes, just keep reading.



