Awards season 2012 - winners & losers on the red carpet
Angelina Jolie at the Oscars
Once again, Angelina Jolie's gorgeous red-carpet look steals the show! The actress (whose partner Brad Pitt was up for best actor) turned heads in her structured, velvet Atelier Versace gown, and the thigh-high slit made the dress seriously sexy.
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Michelle Williams at the Oscars
Michelle Williams looked bright and beautiful for her big night! The My Week with Marilyn star (a best actress nominee) dazzled in her coral, strapless Louis Vuitton gown with an pretty peplum waistline. She keeps her accessories simple, and her sweet pixie hairstyle complements the look.
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Viola Davis at the Oscars
It was a big night for The Help star Viola Davis - and she picked the perfect attention-grabbing gown for the occasion! The best actress nominee shines in her rich, emerald Vera Wang dress, and she rocks her short, natural hair with confidence.
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Jessica Chastain at the Oscars
The Help star and best supporting actress nominee Jessica Chastain and brought major drama to the red carpet with her stunning Alexander McQueen gown. The gold embellishment on the strapless dress adds luxe glamour and her flowing red waves keep the look pretty and soft. And the perfect accessory: $2 million worth of Harry Winston yellow diamonds.
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Rooney Mara at the Oscars
Best actress nominee Rooney Mara usually goes gothic in basic black - but at the Oscars she's stunning in white. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo star rocks an edgy Givenchy Couture dress with a plunging neckline and a structured bustline. 'I only just picked it this morning,' she said on the red carpet.
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Jennifer Lopez at the Oscars
Jennifer Lopez is known for her famous curves, and this dangerously sexy gown certainly does them justice. The American Idol judge and Oscar presenter rocks a shimmery Zuhair Murad dress with a plunging neckline and cut-out sleeves, and her sleek updo finishes off the look.
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Octavia Spencer at the Oscars
The Help star Octavia Spencer and best supporting actress winner works her killer curves in a glittering, silver Tadashi Shoji gown with short sleeves and a flattering ruched waist. And she completes the look with sparkling jewels and an elegant, Oscar-worthy updo.
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Penelope Cruz at the Oscars
Talk about Old Hollywood glam! Penelope Cruz channels Grace Kelly in her feminine, flowing Armani Prive gown and finishes off the look with eye-catching diamonds and elegant, retro curls.
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Natalie Portman at the Oscars
Last year's best actress Oscar winner Natalie Portman brings the polka-dot trend to the red carpet, sporting the playful print on her strapless, A-line gown. She lets her hair hang loose but dresses up the look with a dramatic diamond necklace.
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Cameron Diaz at the Oscars
Cameron Diaz flaunts her toned figure in a curve-hugging blush Gucci gown with a ruffled skirt and a splash of sequins. The Oscars presenter lets the dazzling dress speak for itself and accessorises with just a simple necklace - and a mega-watt smile!
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Gwyneth Paltrow at the Oscars
Gwyneth Paltrow's Oscars dress is both fashionable and functional! The actress rocks a stunning white Tom Ford sheath with a detachable cape to keep her warm on the red carpet. She glams up the look with a glittery silver cuff and keeps her hair simple with an understated low ponytail.
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Glenn Close at the Oscars
Glenn Close has definitely still got it! The Albert Nobbs star and best actress nominee works the red carpet in an alluring, dark-green Zac Posen bustier gown with a dramatic train and a matching silk blazer.
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Emma Stone at the Oscars
The Help star Emma Stone has her spot on the best-dressed list all tied up! The giant bow on her fuchsia Giambattista Valli gown makes the feminine look instantly memorable.
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Melissa McCarthy at the Oscars
There's nothing funny about Melissa McCarthy's uber-glam Oscars look! The Bridesmaids star and best supporting actress nominee brings on the bling with her jewelled Marina Rinaldi gown with flattering draping and romantic, fluttering sleeves.
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Shailene Woodley at the Oscars
This isn't your ordinary awards-show dress! The Descendants star Shailene Woodley picks a '70s-inspired, long-sleeved, white Valentino gown for her first Academy Awards. 'I love this dress because it's so different and it's so incredibly me,' she said on the red carpet. We couldn't agree more!
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Rose Byrne at the Oscars
Fashionista Rose Byrne hits another home run with her midnight-blue, one-shouldered Vivienne Westwood column dress. The sequins make the Bridesmaids star and Oscar presenter look party-ready, and her platform peep-toe pumps pull the look together.
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Berenice Bejo at the Oscars
Berenice Bejo's film The Artist won best picture - and her lovely Elie Saab dress won her some major fashion cred! The Argentine-French actress commands attention in her delicate, mint-green gown with sheer sleeves and intricate beading. Her matching mint clutch complements the dress while her braided updo keeps the look fun and fresh.
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Adele at the Grammy awards
Our beloved Adele can do little wrong in our eyes and we think she looked simply perfect as she picked up a whopping SIX Grammy awards this year. Here she is in a black sequined gown by Giorgio Armani with flattering shoulder-length free flowing hair in a sexy departure from her usual up do.
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Fergie at the Grammys
We know anything goes fashion-wise at the Grammys but surely that doesn't mean abandon all taste? Here Fergie opts for Fanta orange lace over black granny underwear and it ain't pretty.
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Rihanna at the Grammys
Not one for covering up, the usually flesh-revealing Rihanna looks comparatively demure in a floor length black dress with plunging neckline and slit up the front.
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Holliday Grainger at the BAFTAs
She's yet to hit the big time so you'd be forgiven for not recognising this Brit rising star. But with roles in Jane Eyre and the forthcoming Great Expectations under her belt, we think Holliday Grainger might be one to watch. But mainly, we LOVE her dreamy Valentino princess dress with pillarbox red lips.
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Katy Perry at the Grammy awards
Perry covers up yet stands out in a baby blue gown by Elie Saab and a complementary blue quiff.
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Michelle Williams at the BAFTAs
There are some stars who we imagine spend hours practising their red carpet poses in the mirror - one hand on hip, body at 20 degree angle to cameras, one hip dropped, a half smile to show just the right combination of warmth and poise. But when it comes to Michelle Williams, there's always something natural and effortless about her red carpet presence, and we love her for that.
Here, the BAFTA nominee looks simply stunning in a dress by H&M. Yes, you read right, Williams chose the highstreet chain to design her specially made frock as part of their Conscious collection. Kudos!
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Helena Bonham Carter at the BAFTAs
Carter does goth-prom in a Giles Deacon dress that we simply can't imagine on anyone else.
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Christina Ricci at the BAFTAs
The pint-sized Pan Am star chose not to fade into the background in a dazzling gold Givenchy dress. Our verdict? We say why the devil not.
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Penelope Cruz at the BAFTAs
We're on the fence with this one. We acknowledge that it is demonstrably impossible for the Spanish actress to look anything but beautiful, but Cruz's deep red Armani Prive gown looks like it's missing something up top, we just can't work out what it is.
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Fearne Cotton at the BAFTAs
Reporting from the red carpet for E!, Fearne Cotton went for a vintage look in a coral Moschino dress with black bow at the waist. We love the 20s style curly bob.
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Kelly Osbourne at the Screen Actors Guild Awards
Great British export and fashion chameleon Kelly Osbourne looks gorgeous in a white Badgley Mischka gown with embellished shoulder detail and the hot new hair trend of the moment - dyed grey locks.
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Octavia Spencer at the Screen Actors Guild Awards
With a Golden Globe already under her belt, Hollywood's flavour of the month Octavia Spencer also went on to scoop up a Screen Actors Guild Award for her role in The Help. Here she is showing the curvy girls how it's done in a beautiful chiffon dress by Tadashi Shoji.
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Michelle Williams at the Screen Actors Guild Awards
Her gown choice for the Golden Globes polarised opinion but we think Michelle Williams hits the jackpot here in this eye-catching red Valentino dress with lace detail.
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Angelina Jolie at the Screen Actors Guild Awards
Jolie opted for Kate Middleton's favourite designer Jenny Packham to create this dark and moody draped shining lamé dress.
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Tilda Swinton at the Screen Actors Guild Awards
Our Tilda's style seems to have mellowed recently and we think this look suits her perfectly. It's an elegant but sharp ensemble comprising white pleated Lanvin dress with minimal accessories.
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Emily Blunt at the Screen Actors Guild Awards
Blunt's got the red carpet post down to a tee, and she definitely wasn't intending to fade into the background in this bright green Oscar de la Renta gown.
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Emma Stone at the Screen Actors Guild Awards
We've got our eye on the ever-experimental Emma and she hasn't let us down yet. She might have opted for the popular black, but she makes it playful in an Alexander McQueen prom-style dress with knee-length A line skirt.See also: Kate Middleton: A style retrospectiveIMAGE CREDITS:- Getty Images
Viola Davis at the Screen Actors Guild Awards
It's a simple WOW for sexy SAG-winning Viola Davis in a strapless Marchesa dress.See also: Kate Middleton: A style retrospectiveIMAGE CREDITS:- Getty Images
Rose Byrne at the Screen Actors Guild Awards
She'd look beautiful in a bin bag so we applaud Rose Byrne for daring to ditch the uniform dress for a 70s style jumpsuit which works perfectly with her new sleek bob.See also: Kate Middleton: A style retrospectiveIMAGE CREDITS:- Getty Images
Elle MacPherson at the Golden Globes
Supermodel and Britain’s Next Top Model presenter Elle MacPherson strikes a pose on the red in a strapless dress with layered fishtail train by Zac Posen. 'I need a driver's license to wear it. I have a hard time driving it,’ MacPherson confesses. 'It would be hard for a less experienced woman to wear it!'
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Sarah Michelle Gellar at the Golden Globes
This daring blue and white tie-dye creation by Monique Lhuillier was chosen by the actress’s daughter. ‘They had them all lined up and I was working all week and my 2-year-old walked in, walked up this dress and said, 'Mama, wear this!’’ Gellar recalled. ‘So I put it on and said, 'OK!’’
Should she have listened to her daughter...?
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Evan Rachel Wood at the Golden Globes
Golden Globe nominee Evan Rachel Wood poses proudly in a stunning halterneck fishtail Gucci Premiere gown. 'This turned out to be one of my favourites. I do leave a slight trail of feathers, but at least people know how to find me.' she says of her mermaid-like creation.
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Natalie Portman at the Golden Globes
The Black Swan star and new mum looks as impossibly pretty as ever in a strapless hot pink gown by Lanvin with plentiful material.
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Rooney Mara at the Golden Globes
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo star and Golden Globe nominee maintains her own brand of EMO elegance in a gorgeous cut out gown by Nina Ricci.
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Michelle Williams at the Golden Globes
Winning a Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Comedy or Musical Award for her performance in My Week With Marilyn, Michelle Williams does understated chic in a midnight blue Jason Wu gown.
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Helen Mirren
We can always count on our national treasure to represent, and Helen Mirren does it again in a beautiful navy Badgley Mischa gown.
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Lea Michele at the Golden Globes
Glee star Lea Michele shows no fear in this revealing* silver Marchesa number.
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*by which we mean OTT
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Charlize Theron
The Young Adult actress chose Dior, of course, and looked simply perfect in this plunging, sweeping powder pink gown.
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Angelina Jolie at the Golden Globes
It's classic demure Jolie and we love it - a fitted asymmetrical Atelier Versace gown with a pop of fushia at the collar and matching lips.
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Jessica Alba at the Golden Globes
She'll always play it safe but she'll always get it right and here's Jessica Alba, again, showing she does no wrong in an embellished lavender Gucci gown.
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Reese Witherspoon at the Golden Globes
Proof that the wrong cut can reduce even the most flawless of Hollywood goddesses to something, well, a bit mortal. There's just something not quite right about this scarlet fitted strapless bodice and fishtail Zac Posen gown, but Witherspoon doesn't let that hinder her enjoyment of a good old pap session.
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Tilda Swinton at the Golden Globes
Scary eyes: check, masculine get-up: check, boyish hair: check. We’re so used to her contrary approach to red carpet glamour that Golden Globe nominee Tilda Swinton looks comparatively conservative in this Haider Ackermann tuxedo dress. Could the We Need to Talk About Kevin star be mellowing with age? We certainly hope not.
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Emma Stone
The Help actress compliments her flame red tresses beautifully in a plunging Lanvin gown.
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Madonna at the Golden Globes
The US superstar and Golden Globe winner dared to bare some decolletage in a dark green Reem Acra gown.
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Salma Hayek at the Golden Globes
Salma does seductive in a black and gold Gucci gown with tight strapless bodice and shimmering black skirt.
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Uggie, the Jack Russell terrier at the Golden Globes
He stole the limelight on the red carpet but The Artist star lost out on a Golden Globe. Good job the up and coming talent already scooped up the Palm Dog at the Cannes Film Festival for best canine performance in a film last year. Here, Uggie displays sheer style confidence in taking on the red carpet in nothing but a bow-tie.
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Michelle Williams at the BAFTA Tea Party in Los Angeles
Williams's cropped do is designed to be paired with a 60s shift, and here she embodies Mia Farrow in a knee-length monochrome number designed by our very own Victoria Beckham.
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Charlize Theron at the BAFTA Tea Party in Los Angeles
Charlize Theron looks lovely in a fitted lemon yellow dress by Stella McCartney dress and a pleasing pop of pillar box red lippy.
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Evan Rachel Wood at the BAFTA Tea Party in Los Angeles
Wood pairs a Roland Mouret blazer and red pencil skirt for a sexy secretary look with additional cleavage.
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Felicity Jones at the BAFTA Tea Party in Los Angeles
The Like Crazy star may yet be a household name, but stunning Brit leading lady Felicity Jones may well become a regular feature on the best dressed lists if this is anything to go by. Here, she exudes simple elegance in a nude Dolce & Gabbana dress.
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Miss Piggy at the BAFTAs
Miss Piggy took to the red carpet at London's Royal Opera House in a voluminous, blush pink ball gown, embellished with a gold, sequin bow by the one and only Louis Vuitton. The dress - a replica of the human version modelled Rosie Huntington-Whiteley last year - required a few adjustments to fit her piggy proportions, including adding shoulder straps to add some red carpet modesty to the look.
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