2012: Meryl Streep

Meryl Streep is the only lady we can adequately label the Queen of the Academy Awards. The Hollywood legend has received 21 Oscar nominations, making her the most nominated actor in Oscar history. As a result, the iconic actress has been a mainstay at the awards presentation and made her imprint on the red carpet.

Streep went for gold once more, which was appropriate given that she won Best Actress for her portrayal in The Iron Lady. The weaved-gold Lanvin featured a strass chain-link belt, paired with a Lanvin mother-of-pearl minaudiere. Her Salvatore Ferragamo gold lizard sandals completed her custom-made flooring-length gown. By the looks of it, gold seems to have brought good fortune to the star! What’s the best thing about this gown? It’s constructed entirely of eco-certified fabric, making it a stylish win-win. This gown and Streep’s 2010 Oscar white ensemble are at the top of our favorite list.