82nd Academy Award Red Carpet Fashion

The Academy Awards is the most prestigious red carpet event of the year, every single actress , designer and stylist have spent months putting together their looks for the evening- and then hold their breathes waiting to see what the public reaction is!!!!
Personally I think fashion is subjective and what one person loves another may hate, although I also think that certain silhouettes and colours should not be worn by everyone-so without further ado here are the dresses that grabbed my attention.

Amanda Seyfried-Armani Prive

I felt this dress was too voluminous for Amanda's 

petite frame, and looked a little like a wedding dress.

Anna Kendrick-Elie Saab Haute Couture

A beautiful soft and feminine dress, however

I am not entirely sure of the colour on her?

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Carey Mulligan-Prada

I loved this look-it was edgy and glamorous at the same time

and her shoes, hair and bag were perfect.

  Charlize Theron-Christian Dior

I am not a fan of satin..or lilac...or bizarre bust pieces

that's all I'm saying on this one!!

Demi Moore-Atelier Versace

A soft feminine look, however I felt this dress was very "safe", 

it didn't excite me at all.

Diane Kruger-Chanel Haute Couture

I absolutely loved this- it was fresh and modern,

while still being beautifully feminine.

Kristen Stewart-Monique Lhuillier

I was please to see Kristen ditched her usual grunge look

in favor of this grown up gown. The colour and silhoette are amazing

on her, I do however feel statement earrings would have finished the look.

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Maggie Gyllenhaal-Dries Van Noten

Satin creases when you sit down-this is why I'm not a fan-it looks

like a crinkled mess to me-and the print lends itself more to

day wear than a red carpet event-not a favorite!!! 

Mariah Carey-Valentino Haute Couture

Eek-this dress is just too tight, it does NOT flatter!!!

Meryl Streep-Chris March

I loved this look on her-its age appropriate and the hair

is soft and feminine!!

Miley Cyrus-Jenny Packham

I thought this was perfect for Miley-

she looks like a sophisticated princess going to a ball.

Nicole Richie-Reem Acra

OK I know this is not everyone's taste,

however I loved this-I think she looks flawless!!

Penelope Cruz-Donna Karan

Ho Hum, as usual Penelope looks stunning-

but I feel like I have seen her in this look a hundred times?? 

Rachel McAdams-Elie Saab Haute Couture

Rachel was a breathe of fresh air in this beautifully, 

soft, printed dress. Her earrings finish this look off perfectly.

Sandra Bullock-Marchesa

A beautifully made gown and I loved her bold red lips,

however her hair was a little boring and the overall look was a little "safe" for my taste.

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Sarah Jessica Parker-Chanel Haute Couture

A lot of critics did not like this dress, however I thought

it was beautiful on Sarah. I did feel her eye make-up was a little strong. 

Sigourny Weaver-Lanvin

 This dress is very beautiful and classic-however

I feel this silhouette does nothing for Sigourny, the colour however

looks good on her.

Zoe Saldana-Givenchy Haute Couture

I love the idea of the ruffles, however the slit in front

combined with the very different colour bodice is confusing to me. 

Vera Farmiga-Marchesa

I saved my personal best for last-This is the epitome of Oscar night Glamor for me!!

The colour, the fit, her hair and make-up are all perfection!

This dress is far from "safe" and makes a big statement A+

I would love to know every ones opinions so feel free to comment!!!

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Written by Tania Burman