See How a Fashion and Beauty Editor Preps for The InStyle Awards

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On Monday evening, some of Hollywood's most famous faces stepped out for the third annual InStyle Awards at Los Angeles’s Getty Center. And among the fashionable attendees: InStyle's very own Fashion and Beauty Editor-at-Large Kahlana Barfield Brown.

Kahlana walked us through her full pre-awards routine—from breakfast in bed (obsessed with those monogrammed pillowcases) to her glam squad powwow.

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Scroll down below for a detailed look at what went into Barfield Brown’s red carpet-ready ensemble.

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BREAKFAST IN BED

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Up bright and early eating a big breakfast before prepping for tonight's awards.

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YES TO THE DRESS

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Excited to wear this multi-colored sequin dress by Galia Lahav.

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Step Up

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These black satin mules from Imagine Vince Camuto are sexy, chic, and comfortable. They're perfect for my red-carpet look!

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GLAM TIME

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Hairstylist Larry Sims gave me soft, loose waves while makeup artist Shannon Pezzetta went for a golden smoky eye and bold lips.

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Almost Prepped

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Hair and makeup is done. Now slipping on my dress and Imagine Vince Camuto heels.

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Ready for My Closeup

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Here's my final look! Off to the Getty Center to have some fun.

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See How a Fashion and Beauty Editor Preps for the InStyle Awards