Best & worst dressed at past Oscars

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Mar 8, 2010

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MARION COTILLARD: NAILED IT! “It’s such a classic red carpet look,” says stylist Siobhan Bonnovrier. “The tulle is really pretty — I like the lightness of it all. When a dress gets that big it can be overpowering, but the tulle lightens it up.” Fashion designer Kevan Hall agrees: “She’s a feast for the eyes! Love the silhouette, and it’s accented well with the unexpected patent belt, croc clutch, and the simplicity of her jewelry choice.” See the red carpet photos from the 2010 Oscars. Jen Lowery/startraksphoto.com

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NATALIE PORTMAN: NAILED IT! “It’s great to see celebs wear color on the red carpet because there are so many beautiful options out there,” says celebrity stylist Francesca Mills. FAILED IT! “I really wanted to love this dress, but I expected more from a Rodarte red carpet dress,” says fashion editor Kelley Culp. “Where are the cobwebs and 5-inch heels? It was kinda boring and looks like it’s something she bought off the rack.” Chris Pizzello/AP

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FREIDA PINTO: NAILED IT! “When do we EVER see this color on the red carpet? It was a total risk, but she pulled it off,” says Culp. “This was her first Oscar ceremony, and she really came out with a bang! This wasn’t just a one-shoulder look, it was one sleeve — something a little different.” FAILED IT! “Doesn’t do her justice at all. She’s a beautiful girl, and I don’t think the one arm and the beading and the color look upscale enough for her,” says Bonnouvrier. Jason Merritt/Getty Images

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AMANDA SEYFRIED: FAILED IT! “She has a great figure, and she should show it off. I love that she’s wearing red, but she could go more age-appropriate,” says Mills. Steve Granitz/WireImage.com

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AMY ADAMS: FAILED IT! “Red dresses on a red carpet are such a pet peeve of mine,” says Culp. “They melt into the floor; the reds never match, and it’s like you’re wearing the bands’ shirt to their concert, right? We get it, you’re on the RED carpet, you have red hair.” Steve Granitz/WireImage.com

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VANESSA HUDGENS: FAILED IT! “It feels a bit middle-of-the-road to me. It’s not over-the-top elegant, nor is it a huge debacle,” says Bonnouvrier. Mills is lukewarm also: “It’s sexy and fits her body nicely, but I’m not a fan of the mermaid dress. She could pull off any color, so this year I’d like to see her in some color and fabulous jewelry. She can go a lot more glam.” Chris Pizzello/AP

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ANNE HATHAWAY: NAILED IT! “She is a knockout in this siren gown. The beading is fantastic, as it degrades from tiny paillettes to oversized ones at the hem,” says Hall. “She looks like modern Hollywood!” Mills agrees: She looks gorgeous, like a goddess — she looks like an Oscar! It’s stunning and timeless and is totally age-appropriate. It’ll look as good in 30 years as it does today.” John Shearer/WireImage.com

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MILEY CYRUS: FAILED IT! “I’m not crazy about the scalloped edges, I feel like it’s quite busy and there’s a lot going on,” says Bonnouvrier. Hall agrees. “Bad copy of a Dior ‘Junon’ gown from 1949. Too mature for her. Would have loved to see her in a young, fresh, more age-appropriate gown.” Mario Anzuoni/Reuters

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BEST DRESSED OVER THE YEARS: Michelle Williams: Culp: “That canary yellow Vera Wang dress — stunning!” Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

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BEST DRESSED OVER THE YEARS: Gwyneth Paltrow: Mills: “Her pink Ralph Lauren gown was classic. She looked gorgeous.” Ken Mazur/WireImage.com

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WORST DRESSED OVER THE YEARS: Celine Dion, in John Galliano for Dior Mills: “Definitely this oversized backwards tux definitely has to be the worst. And it has all the wrong accesories.” Jim Smeal/WireImage.com

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WORST DRESSED OVER THE YEARS: Kim Basinger, in a gown she designed herself. Hall: “A lot to look at!” Ron Galella/WireImage.com

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