The awards season is well under way, and Hollywood’s hottest women have had months to prepare for their red carpet looks. The Golden Globe Awards held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on January 15 was the testing ground for all their hard work. Some looks bombed, and some have made it into fashion’s history books. Here are the top 10 Best Dressed Celebrities at 2012 Golden Globes in no particular order.
2012 Golden Globe Awards Best Dressed : Charlize Theron
The towering blonde beauty wore a dusty pink gown by Christian Dior Couture. Accentuated at the cinched waist by a glittery brooch and a large bow, the dress also featured a plunging neckline and a thigh-high slit. The skirt of the dress trailed off to the back and swept along the floor. Charlize accessorized with a silver clutch, stud earrings, strappy high heels, and a glittery headband – the last a recurring trend on the Golden Globes red carpet.
2012 Golden Globe Awards Best Dressed : Evan Rachel Wood
This feathered Gucci dress Evan sported certainly made heads turn. The deep green of the figure-hugging bodice is rather unique. The dress had a halter neck with a plunging neckline, and the skirt slightly billowed out and had feathered detailing. Evan’s hair was swept back and up in a simple, elegant hairstyle that well-suited her ensemble.
2012 Golden Globe Awards Best Dressed : Emma Stone
Now for some rocking color. Emma wore a delectable plum-colored full-length gown by Lanvin. The shade is exquisite on this red-haired hottie. The plunging neckline and the thigh-high sit do their bit to make her look even hotter. Accessorized with a black embellished belt, a black clutch and strappy black heels, Emma is a surefire winner regardless of whether or not she has any awards to show for it.
2012 Golden Globe Awards Best Dressed : Jessica Chastain
Jessica Chastain channeled old Hollywood glamor in this pearl-studded white gown by Givenchy. She wore a slim silver belt with the full-length gown, going so far as to accessorize with a pearl bracelet and pearl earrings. Although pearls feature quite heavily in her entire ensemble, it stops just short of overkill. Splendid job, Jessica.
2012 Golden Globe Awards Best Dressed : Julie Bowen
The usually boyish Julie Bowen surprised us with her very in nude-colored gown by Reem Acra. The full-length, low-cut dress had embellished cap sleeves that gave it a burst of sparkle. Julie’s romantic hairdo and nude makeup had her oozing 40s Hollywood charm and grace.
2012 Golden Globe Awards Best Dressed : Kelly Osbourne
Kelly Osbourne wore a voluminous blue mermaid style dress from Zac Posen’s pre-Fall 2012 collection. With elbow-length sleeves, a bateau neckline and sculpted shoulders, this was one of the more interesting red carpet choices for the 2012 Golden Globes.
2012 Golden Globe Awards Best Dressed : Michelle Williams
Dressed rather modestly, Michelle Williams nevertheless looked gorgeous in this unique navy blue, animal print gown by Jason Wu. The crushed velvet dress had elbow-length sleeves and a shortish train. Michelle accessorized with a thin black belt and a small embellished black clutch. Her adorable pixie haircut was given a princessy look with a black headband with delicate silver detailing.
2012 Golden Globe Awards Best Dressed : Nicole Kidman
Nicole Kidman was quite the stunner in her full-length silver-gray Versace gown. The beauty from down under was breathtaking in this studded halter-neck dress with exquisite gold detailing. She accessorised with a gold clutch and gold bracelets.
2012 Golden Globe Awards Best Dressed : Sofia Vergara
Sofia Vergara’s strapless mermaid style dress was another dream on the red carpet. The Colombian beauty wore a fashion-forward navy blue fishtail dress by Vera Wang. The figure-hugging dress shows off the Modern Family star’s enviable figure. The skirt of the dress has a mind-blowing texture that gave the illusion of waves. Sofia left her long brown hair straight, loose and swept to one side. There’s only one word to describe her look – Yum!
2012 Golden Globe Awards Best Dressed : Angelina Jolie
No Best Dressed list would be complete without one half of Hollywood’s power couple. Angelina Jolie looked beyond beautiful at the 2012 Golden Globes. In this stunning Atelier Versace off-shoulder ivory gown, she not only makes it to our 10 Best Dressed Celebrities At 2012 Golden Globes list but is definitely a strong contender for the best dressed celeb of the year too. The red accents and the draped style make her look like a goddess. Loving it!
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