Oscars Best Dressed

Oscars Best Dressed

Pretty in Pink

In a rare pop of fresh, springy color on this year's sea-of-white red carpet, Natalie Portman arrives in a bold fuchsia strapless Rodarte gown, with a Grecian-inspired criss-cross bodice embellished with multi-colored sequins.

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Back in Black

Surprise, surprise -- Angelina Jolie's in all black. But we're not complaining. Her stunning emerald earrings and beautifully easy half-updo, along with the Elie Saab gown's demure slit, sheer overlay and sweetheart strapless neckline add up to effortless chic.

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Shiny Happy People

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie who? Presenter Jennifer Aniston looks completely unfazed by the fact that her ex and his baby mama are two of the night's big nominees, focusing all her energies on looking fabulous instead, showing off her killer bod in this intricately beaded platinum gown alongside beau John Mayer.

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Once Bitten

Team Edward, rejoice! He's an international heartthrob and poster boy for the 'Twilight' series. Now Robert Pattinson can add Oscar presenter to that list. The star is devastatingly handsome in a classic black tux. If only vampires had the vote …

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A Rare Vintage

Oscar winner Penelope Cruz takes a dazzling turn on the red carpet in a vintage Balmain strapless gown, with swaths of tulle cascading down the full skirt and dramatic train, finished with lace detail. Understated accessories and a simple updo make this look classic Hollywood glam.

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Style in Bloom

Miley Cyrus manages to make all-over sequins and rhinestones look stunning and age-appropriate in a tiered, petal-skirted Zuhair Murad gown, with a crystal-studded waist-cinching belt. Finished with an easy updo, subdued makeup and only a pair of diamond earrings, she carries it all beautifully.

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In Sequins

'Rachel Getting Married' star Anne Hathaway works the red carpet in a true piece of art. Her nude strapless Armani Prive gown is sparkling with all-over sequin and paillette embellishment, which shines with her understated hair, makeup and accessories.

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Playing It Safe

Robert Downey Jr. is nothing if not controversial -- he was nominated for playing a white guy who was playing a black guy in 'Tropic Thunder,' after all -- but his classic black tux, with simple black satin tie, is a welcome surprise on the red carpet.

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Easy Does It

Simple, classic and totally exquisite: Diane Lane proves that basic black doesn't have to be boring. Her strapless mermaid-hem dress lets the stunning diamond accessories -- and her natural beauty, of course -- really shine.

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Gray Matter

There are basics beyond black and white, people. 'Doubt' star Meryl Streep finds a middle ground and dazzles on the red carpet in this stunning, off-the-shoulder gray chiffon gown. With a metallic clutch and a special occasion train, she's definitely a style winner tonight.

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