Top 5 Oscars Looks

Every year, the Oscars red carpet becomes fashion‘s hottest runway, with Hollywood A-listers strutting their stuff in designer frocks and exquisite couture, while setting the season’s biggest trends.

While there has been a slew of memorable gems (Uma introduces us to Prada!) as well as flops (Björk’s ode to Swan Lake?), only a few stand out as truly brilliant.

I still remember the moment when I was 13 years old and saw Nicole Kidman glide across the stage in her chartreuse chinoiserie-inspired Galliano. (“It’s striking,” said my mother.) That gown, along with these 4 others are what immediately come to mind when someone says “Best Oscars Fashion”.

	Angelina Jolie in Dolce & Gabbana (2001) A rebel as always, Angelina ditched the traditional gown for a tailored suit that somehow oozed sex, rock n’ roll and sophistication.
	Nicole Kidman in Galliano (1997) Chartreuse and bold red lips? No one else could have pulled this off with as much style and panache.
	Sarah Jessica Parker in Calvin Klein (2001) Sarah Jessica Parker broke and rewrote the rules for Oscars fashion with this leg-baring minidress. The short hemline shocked some but was a breath of fresh air amidst the sea of forgettable princess gowns.
	Cate Blanchett in Galliano (1999) This delicately embroidered gown set the bar high for the incredible Cate Blanchett looks that were yet to come.
	Hilary Swank in Guy Laroche (2005) This navy silk jersey gown was draped to her figure perfectly while highlighting Hilary’s flawlessly sculpted back.

What are your top picks? Are these their best looks?

And are these celebrity’s fashion triumphs more memorable than their fashion failures (like Angelina as Morticia Adams, Hilary’s candy-colored mullet dress…)?