There's Been Hundreds Of Thousands Of Award Ceremony Dresses, But These Are The 12 That Will Remain Iconic

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The red carpet is always a sea of beautiful dresses. Every year, we are treated to stunning gowns from the biggest names in Hollywood.

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Now, let's take a look at some of the most breathtaking dresses from the biggest movie award ceremonies of all time:

1. Grace Kelly — 1955 Oscars

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Grace Kelly's dress at the 1955 Oscars is considered to be one of the most elegant red carpet dresses of all time. Simple blue satin, the dress was designed by Edith Head and is still remembered today as a timeless classic.

2. Lupita Nyong'o — 2022 Oscars

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Lupita Nyong'o's Gold Fringe Prada Dress at this year's Academy Awards was a show-stopper! The gold beading and fringe detailing were simply exquisite, and Nyong'o looked absolutely stunning in the gown.

3. Cate Blanchett — 2016 Oscars

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Cate Blanchett's beautiful blue Armani Privé gown at the 2016 Oscars was one of the best dresses of that year. This feathered gown was elegant, sophisticated, and truly breathtaking.

4. Angelina Jolie — 2012 Oscars

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Angelina Jolie stunned everyone with her daring black Atelier Versace gown at the 2012 Academy Awards, which featured a thigh-high slit. With its delicate train, this dress was the epitome of red carpet glamour.

5. Jennifer Lawrence — 2013 Oscars

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Jennifer Lawrence's Dress at the 2013 Oscars was a gorgeous, drop waist Christian Dior gown that caught everyone's eye. The ivory dress was simple yet elegant.

6. Sandra Bullock — 2011 Oscars

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Sandra Bullock looked amazing in her red Vera Wang gown at the 2011 Oscars. The mermaid-style dress featured a modest train, making it one of the most beautiful dresses we've ever seen on the red carpet.

7. Gwyneth Paltrow — 1999 Oscars

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Gwyneth Paltrow's elegant pink Ralph Lauren dress at the 1999 Oscars is still a favorites. The simple silhouette and pastel hue made Paltrow look like a Hollywood princess.

8. Reese Witherspoon — 2016 Oscars

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Reese Witherspoon's Oscar de la Renta gown at the 2016 Oscars was stunning. This simple purple dress made a big impact on the red carpet, and everybody loved the corset-style bodice and pretty bow detail.

9. Julia Roberts — 2001 Oscars

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At the 2001 Oscars, Julia Roberts stunned everyone in a simple yet elegant black Valentino dress. The beautiful gown featured a delicate tulle train, making Roberts' look truly glamourous.

10. Penelope Cruz — 2009 Oscars

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Penelope Cruz looked angelic in her ethereal white Pierre Balmain Dress at the 2009 Oscars. This dress simply looks like its out of a fairytale, and Cruz definitely was the belle of the ball in this gorgeous gown.

11. Charlize Theron — 2020 Golden Globes

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Charlize Theron's backless Dior gown at the 2020 Golden Globes was one of the most talked-about dresses of that year. The bold green color and corset-like bodice made Theron one of the best dressed from the night.

12. Jada Pinkett Smith — 2007 Oscars

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Jada Pinkett Smith looked like a goddess in her golden Carolina Herrera dress at the 2007 Oscars. This shimmering gown was the perfect combination of elegance and sophistication, making it among the all-time favorite red carpet looks.

13. And Jennifer Lopez — 2015 Oscars

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Jennifer Lopez looked absolutely stunning in her beige Elie Saab deep V-neck, fit and flare gown at the 2015 Oscars. With its intricate beading, this dress was truly breathtaking on the red carpet and earned Lopez tons of praises from fashion critics.

These are just some of the breathtaking red carpet dresses that we've seen over the years. From simple elegance to daring glamour, these gowns have definitely made an impact. Which one is your favorite?