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Julianna Marguilies: At first glance, the bodice of her crisp white satin Armani Prive gown alarmed. Did moths get at it and no one notice? The large clear jewels accenting the top of the gown looked frighteningly like holes, making the overall effect a bit jarring. But the glistening fabric, along with Marguilies’ simply-waved raven hair and gold eye makeup, batted a bit of cleanup for her look.

Taraji P. Henson: Lovely straight-cut Blumarine was Henson’s choice. The blue-gray base color sizzled with gold and silver sequins and bits of lace embroidery. Spaghetti straps marked the rather modest neckline. Her dark hair was swept sleekly to the side, where it ended in an elaborate bun.

Christina Hendricks: Well, modesty, schmodesty. Considering it would be a crime against nature to cover Hendricks’ bounty, she gets a pass on that trend. She wore a form-fitting metallic Johanna Johnson gown set off by lace embroidery and cap sleeves, her fabulous red hair and matching lips, and miles of that porcelain flesh. Maybe next time, Cocktail Dresses at ShopStyle. Shop popular brands and stores to find cocktail dresses on sale - all in one place. though, skip the thigh slit — her legs are not her best asset. Then again, who was looking at them anyway?

Melissa McCarthy: The breakout “Bridesmaids” star was perfectly appropriate in a long-sleeved navy blue gown she helped design. It was highlighted by a not-too-low V neckline and a bold gold necklace. Her softly curled chestnut hair might have been her best accessory, as was her lively personality.

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Sofia Vergara: The Latin beauty opted for soft this time. The soft one-shouldered Vera Wang in coral chiffon (with lovely knotting and draping at the hip and down one leg), soft lighter hair, and soft but vibrant lip color. Her earrings were spectacular, loops of gold set off by huge Colombian emeralds.

Kristen Wiig: The “Saturday Night Live” star was a real standout in unusual red-carpet colors — cocoa brown and taupe. The Zac Posen gown had a flowing skirt, a deep-slit neckline, more of those cap sleeves, and gathering at the waist that emphasized its tininess. She wore her hair down in very simple waves, its chocolatey, caramel, and blond tones echoing her dress in a most eye-catching way.

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Zooey Deschanel: One of the few to wear pink (accented by a red bow at her waist), Deschanel lived up to her reputation as being a bit of an eccentric red-carpet dresser. The strapless, full-skirted Monique Lhullier creation sported pockets and an almost ragged, DIY feel. She wore her hair in an elaborate style, complete with bangs, long draping curls, and teasing at the crown.

Evan Rachel Wood: Marilyn Manson’s former girlfriend was at last the picture of elegance and sophistication in all-over-spangled jet black Elie Saab with a rounded, higher neckline and cap sleeves. Her short spring bridesmaid dresses , pale-blond hair was gorgeously finger-waved; her makeup featured a smoky eye and subtle pale lip. Her gown, too, was the dress version of a mullet in reverse (business in the front, party in the back), dipping dramatically to accentuate her fair skin.