LOOK WE LOVE: VIOLA DAVIS

I came across this photo of Viola Davis in an LA Times editorial and it literally took my breath away.  If I didn't know better I would think this page was ripped from a high fashion magazine.  The two-time Oscar nominated thespian is draped in a stunning Marchesa creation with lace sleeves and organza flowers at the shoulders.  In the article the red-hot actress discussed her extensive career, being a Black actress in Hollywood, and that she's ready to start producing movies instead of starring in them. 

OSCARS FASHION: THE GOOD, THE BAD, AND THE UGLY

The Good

Mandy Moore looks ethereal in a nude Monique Lhuillier gown,  Dame Helen Mirren, always classy and age-appropriate shines in Vivienne Westwood, and Jennifer Hudson shows off her new figure wearing a low-cut Versace frock.  Michelle Williams is simple and elegant in sparkly Chanel, Halle Berry goes glam in strapless Marchesa with a tulle train, and Penelope Cruz is a sultry siren in red-hot L'wren Scott.

Mandy Moore

Helen Mirren

Jennifer Hudson

Michelle Williams

Halle Berry

Penelope Cruz with beau Javier Bardem

The Bad

Reese Witherspoon wearing Armani Prive was disappointing.  The dress was boring with an ill fitting bodice and her hair was a mess.  The boxy shoulders were a no-no on Melissa Leo's Marc Bouwer creation and the cut out pattern made the Best Supporting Actress winner look like she was wearing a doily.  Finally, Marisa Tomei dons a Charles James gown better suited for the prom than for the Oscars.

Reese Witherspoon

Melissa Leo

Marisa Tomei