Red Carpet Rundown: Oscars 2014

Lupita, Kerry and more stars shine on Hollywood’s big night.

Lupita Nyong’o - You’ve waited all year for Hollywood’s biggest night, the 87th Academy Awards on February 22. OK, so maybe you won’t be sharing the red carpet with Lupita and Kerry Washington, but a girl can dream! We’re giving you some celebrity-inspired style cues to guide you so you’ll be red carpet-ready when that golden ticket comes your way. By Britt Middleton  Speaking of Lupita, this Sunday marks her second Oscars red carpet appearance. If you want to stand out like the 12 Years a Slave star, go for bold pops of color and feminine details, like the dramatic plunging neckline and dreamy full skirt of her powder blue Prada gown. (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Lupita Nyong’o - The stars shine on Hollywood’s biggest night. By Britt Middleton Positively angelic. That’s the best way to describe Lupita’s custom pleated baby blue gown by Prada, which she dubbed as “Nairobi” blue, finished with jaw-dropping diamond studs and simple gold bangles.(Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Kerry Washington - Woah, baby! The Scandal star makes another bump-tastic entrance in her custom lavender Jason Wu frock.(Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

John Legend and Chrissy Teigen - The crooner, who curated the soundtrack for 12 Years a Slave, cuts a fine form in his classic black tux while his swimsuit model wife is stunning in her strapless Monique Lhuillier gown with striking petal print and asymmetrical hem.  (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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John Legend and Chrissy Teigen - The crooner, who curated the soundtrack for 12 Years a Slave, cuts a fine form in his classic black tux while his swimsuit model wife is stunning in her strapless Monique Lhuillier gown with striking petal print and asymmetrical hem. (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

Viola Davis  - The Oscar-nominated actress shimmers in an emerald satin Escada gown, matching diamond cuffs and a polished, waved bob. Very chic.  (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Viola Davis - The Oscar-nominated actress shimmers in an emerald satin Escada gown, matching diamond cuffs and a polished, waved bob. Very chic. (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

Top African-Americans in Hollywood - In honor of Black History Month, we're taking a look at the most powerful African-Americans in Hollywood. From Will Smith's hugely diverse roles to Shonda Rhimes's primetime TV dominance, Black people continue to show that we mean business.

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Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith - This power couple just keeps getting better. We're loving Will’s clean, sophisticated look and Jada takes our breath away in a peach satin halter gown and sleek locks. (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Tyson Beckford - The model puts his good looks to work in his sharp black suit and bow tie.(Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

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Tyson Beckford - The model puts his good looks to work in his sharp black suit and bow tie.(Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

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Steve McQueen - The 12 Years a Slave director and producer, Bianca Stigter, coordinate in basic black.(Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Steve McQueen - The 12 Years a Slave director and producer, Bianca Stigter, coordinate in basic black.(Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

Chiwetel Ejiofor - The Best Actor nominee, joined by girlfriend Sari Mercer, looks poised for his big night in a classic tux and bow tie combination.(Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Chiwetel Ejiofor - The Best Actor nominee, joined by girlfriend Sari Mercer, looks poised for his big night in a classic tux and bow tie combination.(Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

Robin Roberts - The Good Morning America host is a dream in her sequined lavender gown with dramatic flared skirt.  (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Robin Roberts - The Good Morning America host is a dream in her sequined lavender gown with dramatic flared skirt. (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Michael Strahan - Bucking the basic black tux trend, the TV host steps out in a sharp burgundy suit and skinny tie. Looking good, Mike.(Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images)

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Michael Strahan - Bucking the basic black tux trend, the TV host steps out in a sharp burgundy suit and skinny tie. Looking good, Mike.(Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images)

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Michael B. Jordan  - The That Awkward Moment star is totally cool in his slim Givenchy suit and skinny tie.  (Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images)

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Michael B. Jordan - The That Awkward Moment star is totally cool in his slim Givenchy suit and skinny tie. (Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images)

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Alfre Woodard  - What a showstopper! The Oscar-nominated actress shows a little skin and heats up the red carpet in her beaded navy gown by Badgley Mischka and curled cinnamon locks.  (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Alfre Woodard - What a showstopper! The Oscar-nominated actress shows a little skin and heats up the red carpet in her beaded navy gown by Badgley Mischka and curled cinnamon locks. (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Pharrell  - Leave it to P to make his own trends (remember that hat from the Grammys?). The producer and Oscar performer goes bold in a tux jacket and shorts (by Lanvin), while wife Helen Lasichanh stays on-trend in a cream jacket, silk bow tie and skinny black trousers.  (Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images)

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Pharrell - Leave it to P to make his own trends (remember that hat from the Grammys?). The producer and Oscar performer goes bold in a tux jacket and shorts (by Lanvin), while wife Helen Lasichanh stays on-trend in a cream jacket, silk bow tie and skinny black trousers. (Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images)

Camila Alves McConaughey - The model and wife of actor Matthew McConaughey supports her leading man in her draped baby pink gown, matching envelope clutch and regal updo. (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Camila Alves McConaughey - The model and wife of actor Matthew McConaughey supports her leading man in her draped baby pink gown, matching envelope clutch and regal updo. (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

Gabourey Sidibe  - The Oscar-nominated actress wows in her violent floral embellished Theia gown, chandelier earrings and shiny waves.  (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Gabourey Sidibe - The Oscar-nominated actress wows in her violent floral embellished Theia gown, chandelier earrings and shiny waves. (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)