As they vied for Oscar gongs, Hollywood's leading ladies also competed to win best dressed star on the red carpet at the Dolby Theatre on Sunday night.
Winner of Best Supporting Actress Lupita Nyong'o stole the show in a pale blue custom-made Prada gown that she said she chose because the colour reminded her of her native Nairobi.
Other contenders for Best Gown included Best Actress winner Cate Blanchett who dazzled in a nude dress with embroidering by Armani Prive, Amy Adams went for simple, grown-up glamour in strapless navy Gucci and Jennifer Lawrence wore a striking orange-red Dior number with peplum detailing.
Metallic dresses were a big feature on the red carpet with Angelina Jolie, Jessica Biel, Kerry Washington and Jennifer Garner all arriving in silver numbers.
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Baby pink hues were also popular with Best Actor Matthew McConaughey's model wife Camila doing the pastel shade best in an elegant, structured gown.
