The best red carpet looks of all time

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When the red carpet rolls out, audiences everywhere tune in for the entertainment winners and the fashion champions. With the upcoming Oscars, the best way to get into this award show season is to look back at the gowns to gawk over. From Vintage Christian Dior to personalized Prada, check out this list of top looks.

 

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Gwyneth Paltrow - The actress looked pretty in pink at the 1999 Academy Awards. The Ralph Lauren princess style gown was the talk of the show.

 

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Renée Zellweger - Zellweger brought sunshine to the 2001 Academy Awards. She was all smiles as she floated down the red carpet.

 

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Kate Hudson - The actress donned this lace ensemble for the 2003 Oscars. The delicate Versace lace shoulders on this gown fit Hudson perfectly.

 

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Angelina Jolie - Jolie hit the 2004 Oscars red carpet in old Hollywood style. The actress is stunning in this Marc Bouwer gown and shawl.

 

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Hilary Swank - The actress wore this memorable, floor-length gown to the 2005 Academy Awards. The navy blue gown looked even better with an Oscar in hand.

 

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i suppose you wear a gown too in your closet.

 

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Reese Witherspoon - Witherspoon wore this stunning, beaded gown to the 2006 Academy Awards. All eyes on her, the Vintage Christian Dior was a perfect fit.

 

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Why no emphasis on the men in their tuxedos?

 

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Michelle Williams - This bright yellow, saffron gown lit up the 2006 Oscar's red carpet. Williams had designer Vera Wang, to thank for the stunning look.

 

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Angelina Jolie - At the Cannes Film Festival in 2008, Jolie was one of the most stand-out stars for both her pregnancy and her gown. The iconic actress looked exquisite in her floor-length Max Azria Atelier gown.

 

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Olivia Wilde - The actress donned this stunning gown for the Primetime Emmy Awards in 2008. Designed by Reem Acra, this beaded cap sleeve look made future brides everywhere re-think their dresses.

 

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Kyra Sedgwick - The actress glowed in this L'Wren Scott design at the 2008 Primetime Emmy Awards. Surrounded by floor-length hems, Sedgwick rocked the bold midi look.

 

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Blake Lively - The actress owned the red carpet in red at the Primetime Emmy Awards in 2009. The intricate detail on this Versace gown made Lively shine no matter the angle.

 

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Eva Mendes - Mendes owned the red carpet at the Golden Globe Awards in 2009. Her Christian Dior gown was accented perfectly by the bold turquoise necklace.

 

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Julianne Moore - The actress popped with color at the Venice Film Festival in 2009. Designed by Tom Ford, this look was all about contrasting colors, and Moore was the perfect muse.

 

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Anne Hathaway - Looking elegant as ever, Hathaway made her way down the Oscars red carpet in 2009. The detailed beading on this Armani Prive gown made it a beautiful signature look.

 

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Diane Kruger - This golden gown stood out at the 16th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards. Paired with a classic red lip, Kruger created an exceptional all-around look.

 

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Chloë Sevigny - This lilac, ruffled gown turned heads at the Golden Globe Awards in 2010. This Valentino masterpiece is the perfect blend of art and fashion.

 

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Lady Gaga - The singer/songwriter brought her unique style to the Grammy Awards in 2010. The Armani Prive piece highlights what happens when architecture and fashion collide.