DI DOWN UNDER

Posted Aug 07 2009 @ 12:09 PM

Heading to Australia on the world press tour for Inglourious Basterds, Diane Kruger dazzles on the red carpet in Melbourne on August 2 and Sydney on August 3. A former model turned actress known for her impeccable taste, Di adds even more laurels to her style credentials after successfully pulling off two very masculine and feminine looks. Making a bold statement on her first night Down Under, Di arrived in head-to-toe Chanel (clearly heavily influenced by her friendship with Uncle Karl) complete with skinny black trousers, a sleeveless white button down (try Zoa's sheer Pleated Sleeveless Tunic Blouse in White), suspenders and a bow tie. It's not the first time she's opted for bows on the red carpet, but she still keeps this difficult-to-pull-off style fresh. Her swept back hair, smoky eyes and nude lips are perfectly balanced for the 'fit, and she nailed the accessories too with Christian Louboutin peep-toe Mary Janes and a simple black clutch (GoldenBleu's Amanda Clutch in Black/White would be adorable with a black & white 'fit). I'm not usually a fan of pantsuits for premieres but I actually think this one is tasteful – thoughts? The following night DK made her way to Sydney and channeled a completely different look in a red asymmetrical Marchesa mini (crimson lovers indulge in Interlud's Stitch Hem Halter Dress in Red or Black Halo's Bustier Detail Pleated Mini Dress in Cranberry) paired with stunning Loub pumps. The glamorous look is breathtaking, especially in contrast to her 'fit from the previous night, don't you think? Again, Di got it right with loose waves in her hair, a studded statement cuff (make your own with CC Skye's Bardot Cuff in Gold or Black and simple pewter clutch. I really love how the dress folds – she works it! Obviously these are two very different looks, so weigh in, CoutureCandy readers – which one do you think Diane wears better?

Diane Kruger seen in Melbourne & Sydney, Australia on Aug 02 2009.