There are always a select few who bring out the sexy factor on the Oscars red carpet and its accompanying after parties. This year's batch showcases Jennifer Lopez in not one, but two plunging necklines from Zuhair Murad, Heidi Klum in a sexy couture minidress by Versace, and Kate Beckinsale in sultry Roberto Cavalli cut-outs. Meanwhile, Hollywood beauties like Angelina Jolie and Irina Shayk showed off their sexy pins in thigh-slit gowns by Versace. Check out the slideshow to see who wore the sexiest gowns on this year's red rug.
2012 Oscars Accessories Trend: Collar Necklaces

Sometimes all you need is one showstopping strand of bling to make a serious siren statement — and last night's Oscar A-list set offered up multiple ways to execute it with minimal fanfare. Three words: short strand necklaces. Michelle Williams chose a sweet diamond necklace to accent her coral, red, sorry, orange Louis Vuitton gown on the red carpet, while Olivia Wilde opted for a bold collar to offset her slinky Gucci number at the Vanity Fair party. Zoe Saldana gave the illusion of a floating diamond collar with her strategically embellished Marios Schwab frock, Penelope Cruz added a stunning strand to highlight the princess quality of her Armani confection, and Natalie Portman chose a gorgeous diamond V-shaped choker to accompany her vintage Christian Dior look. It's a simple accessory trick with infinite glitz potential. To achieve a similar decked-out décolletage, shop our Oscar-worthy single-strand picks below.
Sheer Thing: See-Through Insets at Oscars After Parties
If it wasn't all-over sequins or bold colour that caught our eye on last night's after party attendees, it was the sultry sheer detailing that drew us in. With subtle sex appeal, sheer fabrications left just a little to the imagination on necklines and hemlines alike. While the feel from Kate Bosworth's Prabal Gurung confection, Zoe Saldana's Marios Schwab, and Ginnifer Goodwin's Peter Som gowns are on the moodier side of the sartorial spectrum, the feel is a touch softer and ethereal in white, and all-out sexy in red finishes. In each case, sheer details play up the drama of the dress with see-through illusion that's eye-catching without being OTT. Just click through to see how our favourite style setters worked this sexy red-carpet trend.
2012 Oscars After Party: Zoe Saldana

We were hoping Zoe Saldana would make an Oscar-night appearance — and we just got what we wished for thanks to Vanity Fair's after party. Equal parts vampy and vintage-inspired, Zoe opted for a Marios Schwab sheer-skirted black satin gown that gets a dose of sweetness via a jewelled collar (a popular choice last night) and a hint of sexy via see-through insets. A bold croc clutch complete her awards-night style. Do you love it?
2012 Oscars After Party: Diane Kruger

You can trust Diane Kruger to make a styled arrival — and her appearance at last night's Vanity Fair Oscar fête didn't disappoint. Diane's elegant-cum-sultry red Calvin Klein gown gets a jolt of sexy via a plunging neckline and a peek at her pretty lace bralette, while she adds interest with a gold box clutch and a pair of intricate diamond drop earrings. Diane doesn't often shy away from making a statement on the red carpet, and we think this is a risk that's paid off in spades. Do you agree?
2012 Oscars Trendspotting: Train Gang
It was all about the view from the back at this year's Oscars. It may just be another symbol of a return to ladylike glamour, but dramatic trains were all over the Oscars red carpet tonight — Michelle Williams in Louis Vuitton and Jessica Chastain in Alexander McQueen were just two such highlights. We're giving you a birds-eye view — take a look at who else was in this year's Oscars train gang.
2012 Oscars: Our Best Dressed List

We've pored over all the looks from the 2012 Oscars red carpet, and while the competition was tough, five women debuted looks that were simply perfect in our book, and thus, they get our nod for best dressed. Rooney Mara, Angelina Jolie, Jessica Chastain, Michelle Williams, and Gwyneth Paltrow were the best-dressed women on the red carpet. Our criteria? It's not about the biggest jewels or the flashiest dress; rather, it's about who knows how to pull off a look the best, and picking the gown is just the first step. Now it's your turn: tell us who you think deserves best dressed from this year's Academy Awards.
2012 Oscars: Who Wore What
Today is the day our red-carpet-loving-hearts have all been waiting for: the Oscars! The red carpet was filled to the brim with some covetable looks: Milla Jovovich and Bérénice Bejo both shined in Elie Saab, Rose Byrne shimmered in Vivienne Westwood, while Michelle Williams stood out in an ultra-femme Louis Vuitton gown. Want to see all the fab frocks in one place? This gallery is your go-to Oscars style guide! Enjoy. . .
Do You Agree With the Oscar Winner For Best Picture?
And there you have it! The Artist has won the Oscar for best picture! It beat out the other eight nominees The Descendants, Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close, The Help, Hugo, Midnight in Paris, Moneyball, The Tree of Life and War Horse. Do you agree with this win?
Do You Agree With the Oscar Winner For Best Actress?
Meryl Streep is taking home the Oscar for best actress for The Iron Lady! She beat out Glenn Close, Viola Davis, Rooney Mara and Michelle Williams. Do you agree with this win?
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