Time to show my favorite dresses of the evening--along with some honorable--and not so honorable--mentions.
All photos from Style.com.
10. Viola Davis in Vera Wang
It's actually not my favorite dress--I wish the top detail was more like the unique detail of the skirt--but I loved how gorgeous she looked with the color of the dress, color and cut of her hair and the diamond cuff, earrings and bag.
9. Natalie Portman in Vintage Dior
Sweetly understated but still beautiful in a subtle polka dot.
8. Emma Stone in Giambattista Valli
Perhaps too much of a nod to Nicole Kidman's Balenciaga but stunning none the less.
7. Berenice Bejo in Elie Saab
Love the 40's vibe--not to mention the seafoam green with her red tresses.
6. Rose Byrne in Vivienne Westwood
Love her hair with the dress--and I'm such a fan of Vivienne Westwood's exquisite draping.
5. Michelle Williams in Louis Vuitton
This dress and her styling is a perfect mix of the past and present--and we'll be seeing a lot more of the peplum skirt.
4. Milla Jovovich in Elie Saab
Stunning face, stunning dress.
3. Gwyneth Paltrow in Tom Ford
To be able to pull off a cape on the red carpet, it has to be perfect. And it is.
My next 2 choices were very close. The tie breaker was who wore my favorite designer:
2. Octavia Spencer in Tadashi Shoji
This dress just took my breath away. As did Octavia.
1. Jessica Chastain in Alexander McQueen
Black and gold can be tough to pull off on the red carpet, but Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen created the perfect Goddess Gown. Jessica's fiery hair was the perfect accessory.
Now for the honorable mentions.
The "Yes, it's a Beautiful World, But Your Voice Makes it Even More Beautiful" Award
Esperanza Spaulding (no credit given to who's dress it is). The simplicity, the cut, the color--love!
The "It's Ok from the Front but Stunning From the Back" Award
Sandra Bullock in Marchesa
The "Who Knew They Were Sisters? (But I Love Their Dresses)" Award
Kate Mara in Jack Guisso and Rooney Mara in Givenchy Haute Couture
The "I Think Your Act is Tired but Love How You 'Ashed' Ryan Seacrest" Award
Sacha Baron Cohen.
The "Love How You Updated the Music at the Oscars" or how about just "Yummy" Award
Pharrel Williams in Lanvin.
The "Leg That Was More Desperate for Attention than the Actress it Belonged To" Award
Angelina Jolie in Atellier Versace.
As always, I love to hear your comments and your favorites!
