Downton Abbey star Michelle Dockerey’s EMMYs 2014 Look

Downton’s Lady Mary: Actress Michelle Dockery on the EMMYS 2014 red carpet (picture: Getty Images.)

Michelle Dockery stepped out on the EMMYs Red Carpet last night in a midriff baring dress that would scandalize the Dowager Duchess and the other Downton Abbey inhabitants.  Only Ms. Dockerey’s hair bore any resemblance to the aristocratic style of Downton’s Lady Mary. The slender Ms. Dockerey looked striking in a white Rosie Assoulin gown with pink, light green and blue panels.  The dress had a peek-a-boo cut out above her midriff.  The actress accessorized her look with pearl ear cuffs and a parted updo.  The L’Oreal Paris hair and make-up team did Ms. Dockerey’s styling for the awards.  They shared their tips for getting Michelle’s glam look. 

Paper Fashion Artist Katie Rodgers painting of Michelle Dockerey’s EMMY style alongside L’Oreal Mail Polish.

“Michelle wore a one of a kind gown by a Brooklyn designer (Rosie Assoulin). I chose to highlight the classic ease of the dress by creating a beautiful, effortless bun parted in the middle for a cool, modern feel,” notes hairstylist, Mara Roszak for L’Oréal Paris. Here are Ms. Roszak’s tips to recreate the look at home.

STEP-BY-STEP:
STEP 1: Start by applying L’Oréal Paris Advanced Hairstyle BOOST IT Blow Out HeatSpray ($4.99) all over the hair for soft volume. Then, blow the hair out using a boar bristle round brush, parting down the center once dry.
STEP 2: Spray L’Oréal Paris Elnett Strong Hold Satin Hairspray ($14.99) all over to add hold and texture.
STEP 3: Section the front of the hair – in front of the ear, forward, and off on both sides. Then, pull the back into a low ponytail securing tightly with an elastic. Take one side at a time to the back, wrapping the ends around the ponytail elastic.
STEP 4: Softly tease the ponytail at the base (closest to the elastic), smooth over the top and wrap into a bun at the nape of the neck, crisscrossing bobby pins to secure. For added hold, spray hairspray directly onto the pins before placing them in the hair.
STEP 5: Allow a few pieces around the face to fall out for a soft, whimsical look.
STEP 6: Finish off with L’Oréal Paris Advanced Hairstyle LOCK IT Weather Control Hairspray ($4.99) for a strong hold that lasts through the night.

An upclose look at Michelle Dockery’s updo styled with L’Oreal Products

If you’re like me, and you’re always struggling to get your hair just right, these tips come in handy.    I always love an updo, but sometimes you really have to use a bit of product to hold in in place.  The LOCK IT Hairspray is a good choice.  I think even Lady Mary would approve of this stylish updo and the hair ornament holding it in place.