Oscar Gowns

Oscar Gowns

Oscar gowns are almost as important as the Oscars. Oscar gowns worn by the right celebrity can launch a designer's career while the right Oscar gown can bestow A-list style to an upcoming actor or actress. What will the biggest names in... [more]

Oscar gowns are almost as important as the Oscars. Oscar gowns worn by the right celebrity can launch a designer's career while the right Oscar gown can bestow A-list style to an upcoming actor or actress. What will the biggest names in Hollywood wear to this year's Oscars? Check out the gowns the stars wore to past events, and read our picks for what the nominees should be wearing.

Penelope Cruz's Oscar Gown

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Penelope Cruz said she first saw this vintage dress by Pierre Balmain eight years ago but chose to wear it tonight.

Penelope Cruz in 81st Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals
Actress Penelope Cruz arrives at the 81st Annual Academy Awards held at Kodak Theatre on February 22, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Penelope Cruz (Getty Images)more pics »
Lucky choice: not only did she nab the Best Supporting Actress Award, she did so while looking heartstoppingly romantic.



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  • Penelope Cruz in 81st Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals
  • Penelope Cruz in 81st Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals
  • Penelope Cruz in 81st Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals
  • Penelope Cruz in 81st Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals
  • Penelope Cruz in 81st Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals
  • Penelope Cruz in 81st Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals
  • Penelope Cruz in 81st Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals
  • Penelope Cruz in 81st Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals
  • Penelope Cruz in 81st Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals
  • Penelope Cruz in 81st Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals
  • Penelope Cruz in 81st Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals
  • Penelope Cruz in 81st Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals
  • Penelope Cruz in 81st Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals
  • Penelope Cruz in 81st Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals
  • Penelope Cruz in 81st Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals
  • Penelope Cruz in 81st Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals
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This gown was a froth of confection! But it was gorgeous and reminded me of Audrey Hepburn in Sabrina!!
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