Five Top Looks at the 88th Annual Academy Awards

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This past Sunday, Hollywood A-listers came out to honor the nominees and winners of the 88th Annual Academy Awards ceremony in Tinsel Town. Despite not being able to ask “who” they were wearing, our favorite celebs did not disappoint us with “what” they were wearing.  Here are a few of my favorite looks:

Charlize Theron:  Lady in Red
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My heart skipped a beat when I saw Charlize Theron on the Red Carpet.  Theron sizzled in a red Haute Couture Dior gown. The plunging neckline and $3.7 million of Harry Winston diamonds only added to her “Mad” fire. 

Cate Blanchett: Always a vision
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Cate Blanchett never disappoints on the big screen or on the red carpet and this year’s Oscars were no exception.  Blanchett’ whimsical Armani dress was sea green and embellished with three-dimensional flowers. The “Carol” star consistently exudes a certain élan.

Naomi Watts: Giving Oscar some competition
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Naomi Watts literally sparkled like a gem from head to toe in her Armani Privè gown which was made of hand-beaded Swarovski crystals.  With her diamond-covered Bulgari necklace, she truly shone brighter than Oscar.

Alicia Vikander: Belle of the ball
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Alicia Vikander made us believe in fairy tales on Sunday.  With her canary yellow Louis Vuitton gown – adorned with silver embellishment – she truly resembled royalty.  The asymmetrical bubble skirt added a modern twist to the traditional ball gown a popular look Vuitton’s SS16 collection.  A tiara was the only accessory Vikander was missing.

Eddie Redmayne: Always shows range
 
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Not unlike his “Danish Girl” co-star, Eddie Redmayne also realized that dreams do come true.  Wearing Alexander McQueen velour jacket and wool trousers, the British actor was a little over-dressed for the balmy LA weather but his cool demeanor and classic good looks made him one of the best dressed gents on the red carpet.

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