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Let’s see if I can get through this without falling asleep, cuz this year the outfits on the black carpet were boooooring. Save a few shining stars *cough cough* Demi Lavato, everything else was just strange and disappointing. I mean seriously, did anyone even try this year? Were all the stylists in Hollywood on vacation somewhere? And what the hell was on Katy Perry’s head?

Ok, so life’s most meaningful questions aside, I know you’re all expecting a best dressed list so I’ll give you one – a very short one. Then I’ll give you my worst dressed list cuz that one will be a whole lot more fun.

Best Dressed:

Female- Demi Lovato
This one wasn’t even a question, no one else even came close to looking as stunning as this girl. Her bejeweled gunmetal mini-dress was just gorgeous and hugged her new curvacious figure perfectly. The shoes were to die for and the long, flowing hair was just lovely. And the makeup. Don’t even get me started on the makeup. The glowing skin, the smokey silver eye, the lips -I die! Joe Jonas you screwed up big time!

Male- Lady Gaga as Joe Calderone
Ya, ya so you’re all gonna say I’m crazy for this one but whatever. Gaga looks hot as a dude. I’m not planning on switching teams or anything, I’m just saying if Gaga had a single older brother who looked like this I’d be all over it like cast of the Jersey Shore on a bottle of Valtrex.

Speaking of venereal diseases…

Worst dressed:

Female- The “girls” of Jersey Shore
I know we all expected them to look trashy but come on already. These chicks look like Syphilis wrapped in sequins, spray tanner and cheap lamé. And while they all look gross in their own right, I have to say Deana looks particularly terrifying in her Skittles dress. I would strongly advise anyone who tasted that rainbow to head to the nearest free clinic for a blood test and some antibiotics STAT.

Male (and I use the term loosely)- Justin Bieber
Ok seriously, why the hell did Biebs show up to this thing dressed like Harry Potter? This is an awards show dude, not Hogwart. And what’s with this pensive look? He won an award for a song called Smile for cryin’ out loud. And don’t even get me started on the snake. I mean sure it was shocking…when Britney Spears did it 10 years ago with an actual snake and not some pocket size GloWorm.

Lord, I’ve had just about enough of this for one night. You guys let me know your favorites and least favorites below- I need a drink before my head explodes.

I’m fully aware the Oscars were last night and I normally post my best dressed list right away, but it’s taken me this long to come down from the excitement of James Franco and Ann Hathaway hosting the event. I’m fully aware their hosting skills have been widely panned by pretty much everyone, but I personally think they did a great job. Perhaps I’m a little biased because every time I hear James Franco speak I picture his character in Pineapple Express and start laughing, but I still enjoyed it so it still counts. Wait, that’s not why we’re here is it? Oh, I suppose you expect me to talk about dresses at some point, like that’s my job or something? Oh, wait it is. Touche.

Now that I have you all on the edge of your seats, here is my 2011 Oscars Best Dressed List:

1. Halle Berry - This blinged out Marchesa gown looks just stunning on Halle. The color is amazing against her skin tone and the fit highlights her flawless figure. And I just love that she kept the hair and makeup simple. Then again, when you’re as pretty as she is, you don’t need a whole lot of extras to look good. This is hands down my favorite look of the night; so amazing in fact that I’ve totally forgiven her for her Golden Globes mini-dress debacle. *applause*

2. Mila Kunis - I’m completely in love with this ultra feminine Elie Saab creation. This lovely shade of lavender is so pretty and Mila pulled it off to perfection. Not that I’m surprised, she’s been on pretty much every best dressed list I’ve made this awards season. I know a lot of people find her annoying, but whether you love her or hate her, you gotta admit the girl knows how to dress. And for the record, I love her!

3. Jennifer Lawrence – This girl is nothing short of perfect in this slinky red Calvin Klein number. The dress fit her like a glove, and from those killer curves to the soft hair and make-up, this was the sexiest look of the night for sure.

4. Helen Mirren - I was torn between Helen and Natalie Portman for the last spot on my list, but Natalie already won enough damn awards so I gave it to Helen. And honestly she deserves it – we should all be so lucky as to look this amazing at 65. Her body is flawless in this Vivienne Westwood, and the color is perfect against her fair skin. Don’t even get me started on the hair – I looooove the hair. If ever there was an example of timeless beauty and elegance, this is it. Take notes 20-something Hollywood starlets, cuz you all got PWNED by a 65-year-old!

BONUS – Worst Dressed:

Cate Blanchett - I normally don’t do the whole “worst dressed” thing but honestly, did this woman get lost on her way to the Mayflower? Or perhaps this is a costume for some top secret movie she’s working on about the first Thanksgiving? Either way, it’s just awful. The color is blah, and the yellow beads or buttons or whatever the hell they are look more like Necco wafers then the type of detail one would see on a designer gown. Awful, just awful. *shakes head*

Now that we know how I really feel about this years Oscar fashion, who made your list?

I’m a bit of an awards show fashion whore, so you know I’ve been glued to the TV since the Oscars red carpet coverage started earlier this afternoon. And I have to say, the stars really brought it this year! Here are a few highlights:

Metallics

I love all things shiny, so I was thrilled to see so many starlets clad in silver and gold. Anne Hathaway looked ravishing, and Jennifer Anniston was a vision in that gold dress! And ZOMG, how beautiful is Tina Fey! From the dress, to the hair to the make-up she was workin’ it, once again proving us funny nerd girls are secretly hot chicks in disguise.

Jewel Tones-

Natalie Portman and Frieda Pinto brought a splash of color to the red carpet, and looked amazing doing it. Meanwhile, Alicia Keys is officially TOO beautiful, so I must call shenanigans. Her pinkish/purple gown looked amazing, the hair was lovely and her make-up matched perfectly. I love how the intensity of the red lips was balanced out with a subtle eye. Perfect!

Poofy Dresses-

I don’t care what anyone says, I think SJP and Miley Cyrus looked awesome in their shiny, belted ball gowns. Miley looked like a princess, and SJP proved why she’s such an icon. At the end of the day, it’s all about taking risks, and these two did it right.

Classic Black

Though my heart belongs to Jennifer Anniston (Viva la Rachel!) I must say Angelina looked like a goddess, as usual. Here’s a woman so beautiful she can show up to the Oscars in a simple black dress and light the red carpet on fire. And love the green earrings. Meanwhile, I know everyone thinks Vanessa Hudgens looked like she was going to the prom, but I think she looked lovely and age appropriate in her black mermaid dress. I also love the simplicity of her soft updo and natural looking make-up. And dude, don’t even get me started on Halle Berry. That kind of beauty should just be illegal.

And can I just say, Jen is totally my hero for keeping it cool in front of Brangelina? If I was presenting at the Oscars just a few feet away from my ex and the woman he left me for, I would have taken my Jimmy Choo’s off and thrown them at someone’s head. Jen however was a class act, maintaining her composure and even smiling at the couple while she was presenting. Rachel Karen Green would be proud!