Oscars 2014: Best/Worst Style

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Lupita Nyong'o in Prada

Oscars 2014 | Nyong'o delivered on her reputation as this season's best-dressed new star, draped in a light blue, deep-necked, Grecian-style gown topped off by a thin gold — Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

Nyong'o delivered on her reputation as this season's best-dressed new star, draped in a light blue, deep-necked, Grecian-style gown topped off by a thin gold headband. A+

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Sandra Bullock in Alexander McQueen

Oscars 2014 | The Gravity star donned a sleek midnight blue McQueen gown with a sweetheart neckline — a winning ensemble coupled with loose curls and Lorraine Schwartz — Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

The Gravity star donned a sleek midnight blue McQueen gown with a sweetheart neckline — a winning ensemble coupled with loose curls and Lorraine Schwartz jewels. A

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Angelina Jolie in Elie Saab

Oscars 2014 | Jolie may have covered up (what, no up-to-there slit?), but she stunned on the red carpet regardless in a nude mesh dress that sparkled from — Michael Buckner/Getty Images

Jolie may have covered up (what, no up-to-there slit?), but she stunned on the red carpet regardless in a nude mesh dress that sparkled from head to toe in ombre crystals. B+

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Julia Roberts in Givenchy

Style, Julia Roberts, ... — Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

Roberts looked every bit the Pretty Woman in a black dress with peplum, lace, and mesh details. B+

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Anne Hathaway in Gucci

Oscars 2014 | Hathaway wore a metallic breast plate — sorry, black crystal halter-necked gown — accessorizing with a bold red lip and sleek cropped hair. B- — Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

Hathaway wore a metallic breast plate — sorry, black crystal halter-necked gown — accessorizing with a bold red lip and sleek cropped hair. B-

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Kate Hudson in Versace Atelier

Oscars 2014 | Hudson gave a nod to old Hollywood glam in a '40s-inspired white number accessorized with more than a hint of décolletage and draped shoulders. A- — Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

Hudson gave a nod to old Hollywood glam in a '40s-inspired white number accessorized with more than a hint of décolletage and draped shoulders. A-

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Pharrell Williams in Lanvin and Helen Lasichanh

The ''Happy'' songsmith left his famous hat at home and took to the red carpet in a shorts-meets-tux (a shortsedo?) ensemble. C-

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Chrissy Teigen in Monique Lhuillier

Oscars 2014 | Mrs. John Legend made walking on the red carpet look like a stroll through the park in a gown scattered with hundreds of pink roses. — Jason Merritt/Getty Images

Mrs. John Legend made walking on the red carpet look like a stroll through the park in a gown scattered with hundreds of pink roses. A-

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Kerry Washington in Jason Wu

Oscars 2014 | The Scandal star glowed in a dusty purple gown — with a thigh-high slit! — that draped nicely over her oh-so-cute baby bump. And that — Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

The Scandal star glowed in a dusty purple gown — with a thigh-high slit! — that draped nicely over her oh-so-cute baby bump. And that lipstick? Wow. B

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Charlize Theron in Dior

Style, Charlize Theron, ... — Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

The presenter channeled vamp chic in this black gown with an unusual, plunging neckline that showcased a dazzling Harry Winston diamond necklace. A

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Jennifer Lawrence in Dior

Oscars 2014 | Lawrence looked every inch the Hollywood bombshell in a bold red, peplum gown. Also making a return to the Oscar red carpet, J.Law's now signature — Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

Lawrence looked every inch the Hollywood bombshell in a bold red, peplum gown. Also making a return to the Oscar red carpet, J.Law's now signature necklace draped down her back. A-

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Jessica Biel in Chanel

Oscars 2014 | Biel looked — shall we say it? — boring in an awkwardly beaded and frilled couture gown that failed to make the most of the — Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

Biel looked — shall we say it? — boring in an awkwardly beaded and frilled couture gown that failed to make the most of the actress's gorgeous looks. C-

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Naomi Watts in Calvin Klein Collection

Watts wore a white, cap-sleeved beaded column custom gown, but who cares about the dress when you're wearing this many Bulgari jewels? B+

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Cate Blanchett in Armani Prive

Oscars 2014 | There's no reason a nude mesh gown with sequin and crystal embellishments should work — and yet Blanchett was positively radiant in this princess gown — Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

There's no reason a nude mesh gown with sequin and crystal embellishments should work — and yet Blanchett was positively radiant in this princess gown with oversized Chopard earrings. A-

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Olivia Wilde in Valentino

Oscars 2014 | The stunning former House star proved that black is anything but basic in a Valentino design—with a high neck and daring open back—that dressed up — Jason Merritt/Getty Images

A very pregnant Wilde wowed on the red carpet with a black, high-necked dress, accessorizing with white drop earrings and a silver clutch. With dapper fiancé Jason Sudeikis by her side, Wilde's look was easily one of the best of the night. A

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Kristen Bell in Roberto Cavalli

Style, Kristen Bell, ... — AFP/Getty Images

The Frozen star wore an icy lavender strapless dress that made the most of her petite figure — with fluffy organza pleats and a dramatic laced corset — but the hue was a bit too chilly for her skin tone. B

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Amy Adams in Gucci

Style, Amy Adams, ... — Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

Adams exuded Oscars glam in a form-fitting navy blue couture gown, complete with a train that added just a hint of unexpected drama. A-

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Anna Kendrick in J. Mendel

Style, Anna Kendrick, ... — Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

Kendrick channeled her inner goth girl with a black and nude mesh gown, accented by a sheer red beaded waist that screamed high school rather than high fashion. C-

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Emma Watson in Vera Wang

Watson stormed the red carpet looking grown up — albeit a bit washed out — in a metallic top and skirt. B-

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Jennifer Garner in Oscar de la Renta

Oscars 2014 | Garner shimmied down the red carpet sans Ben Affleck in a silver column gown with a '20s style fringe — which would have been better — Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

Garner shimmied down the red carpet sans Ben Affleck in a silver column gown with a '20s style fringe — which would have been better suited at a gin-soaked soiree rather than a night at the Academy Awards. B

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Viola Davis in Escada

Davis made sure all eyes were on her in a bold emerald dress accessorized with Lorraine Schwartz earrings and a Jimmy Choo clutch. If only the fit had been better, we'd be green with envy. B

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