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 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.

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Beyoncé Knowles' Oscar Gown

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Why does Beyoncé Knowles apparently love to be crammed into her awards show gowns?

Beyonce Knowles in 81st Annual Academy Awards - Arrivals

Singer Beyonce Knowles arrives at the 81st Annual Academy Awards held at Kodak Theatre on February 22, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) more pics »

Last night she showed up in black and gold ubertight gown with a fishtail hem. Fifty bucks says she had a rough time walking the red carpet in it. She certainly looked uncomfortable posing on the red carpet.

Singer Beyonce Knowles arrives at the 81st Annual Academy Awards held at Kodak Theatre on February 22, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) more pics »

I'm not a huge fan of Beyonce's boring formal ponytail, either. The retro makeup might have worked with a slightly less severe hairstyle.