10 Most-Buzzed About Oscar Gowns of All Time

Here are our picks for the most memorable looks.

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Halle Berry - We can always count on the Oscars red carpet to bring out some of the most gorgeous gowns ever. See what our favorite leading ladies wore to Hollywood's biggest night over the years. We were all glued to our televisions to see Halle Berry win Best Actress for Monster’s Ball in 2002. The actress wowed onlookers in a unique dress by Elie Saab with a satin train and strategically placed embroidery. (Photo: Steve Granitz/WireImage)

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Beyoncé - In 2005, Beyoncé proved that the simplest dresses can also be the most stylish when she picked a classic black velvet gown by Versace. It complemented her curves and showed off those gorgeous chandelier earrings.  (Photo: Carlo Allegri/Getty Images)

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Beyoncé - In 2005, Beyoncé proved that the simplest dresses can also be the most stylish when she picked a classic black velvet gown by Versace. It complemented her curves and showed off those gorgeous chandelier earrings. (Photo: Carlo Allegri/Getty Images)

Taraji P. Henson - Many stars have worn white gowns to the Oscars, but very few have looked as impeccable as Taraji P. Henson. The actress dominated the best-dressed list in this Roberto Cavalli strapless dress in 2009.  (Photo:  Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

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Taraji P. Henson - Many stars have worn white gowns to the Oscars, but very few have looked as impeccable as Taraji P. Henson. The actress dominated the best-dressed list in this Roberto Cavalli strapless dress in 2009. (Photo:  Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Beyoncé - If you have an hourglass figure like Beyoncé’s, you’re pretty much required to wear a mermaid-style House of Dereon look like she did in 2009. And yet again, she pulled it off flawlessly.  (Photo:  Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

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Beyoncé - If you have an hourglass figure like Beyoncé’s, you’re pretty much required to wear a mermaid-style House of Dereon look like she did in 2009. And yet again, she pulled it off flawlessly. (Photo:  Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

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Jennifer Hudson - After winning an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for Dreamgirls (2006), Jennifer Hudson became an international superstar. The starlet debuted her newly svelte physique in a tangerine Atelier Versace dress. (Photo: Valerie Goodloe/PictureGroup)

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Zoe Saldana - Fashionistas were divided on Zoe Saldana’s daring choice at the 2010 Oscars, but when it comes to the red carpet, the Avatar star is completely fearless. Zoe went for a Givenchy Haute Couture gown by Riccardo Tisci, complete with ombré ruffles and a rhinestone bustier.  (Photo: John Shearer/Getty Images)

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Zoe Saldana - Fashionistas were divided on Zoe Saldana’s daring choice at the 2010 Oscars, but when it comes to the red carpet, the Avatar star is completely fearless. Zoe went for a Givenchy Haute Couture gown by Riccardo Tisci, complete with ombré ruffles and a rhinestone bustier. (Photo: John Shearer/Getty Images)

Queen Latifah (Nominated) - Chicago had a big night at the Academy Awards in 2003. The musical won six awards including Best Picture and Best Supporting Actress. Catherine Zeta-Jones won the latter, but in the category, she squared up against Queen Latifah, who was also in the film. In 2009, Latifah was a presenter at the show. (Photo: Brad Weingarden/PictureGroup)

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Queen Latifah - All hail to Queen Latifah, who stunned on the Oscars 2010 red carpet. Her one-shoulder, baby pink Badgley Mischka gown was feminine, flirty and flattering. The star topped off her look with pulled back hair and beautiful pearl earrings. (Photo by Brad Weingarden/PictureGroup)

Jennifer Lopez - The actress and singer defies age and gravity — yet again — in a stunning Zuhair Murad gown that fits her like a glove.(Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images)

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Jennifer Lopez - No surprises here: deep V-front, skin-tight silhouette and something that sparkles. Nonetheless, in 2012, Jennifer Lopez managed to look sexier than ever in this white and sheer Zuhair Murad stunner. Hey, if it ain’t broke. (Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images)

Viola Davis - The Best Actress nominee sports au natural hair and an emerald green Vera Wang gown that shows off her incredible physique.(Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images)

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Viola Davis - Viola Davis didn’t score an Oscar in 2012 for her role in The Help, but she scored big time on the red carpet in this green Vera Wang dress. The color is fabulous and she looked radiant and confident in it. (Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images)

Octavia Spencer after winning an Oscar:  - “Thank you, Academy, for putting me with the hottest guy in the room.”(Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Octavia Spencer - Last year, Oscar winner Octavia Spencer blew everyone away. Her sequined Tadashi Shoji gown would have been beautiful in any color, but this platinum choice was eye-catching and totally unexpected. (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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