2011: Reese Witherspoon

Reese Witherspoon’s style is far from boring, and she doesn’t need a fashion degree to prove that. The actress’ defining look is all about lovely fabrics in brilliant hues with unique necklines and cut-outs. Not to mention that she’s mastered the hand-on-hip position.

The 83rd Academy Awards red carpet attracted all eyes in the hopes of catching Witherspoon’s Oscar gown. What was the rave all about? It was the now-45-year-old star’s black and white Armani Prive gown, a stunning piece deserving of an impressive A+ grade. The strapless dress featured a slight train and a white silk band at the neckline. Many had pointed out that Witherspoon’s Armani Prive gown was similar to the Valentino Julia Roberts wore in 2001 when she accepted her Oscar for Erin Brockovich. We prefer to believe the actress was channeling a different legend: Vintage Barbie. Something about Witherspoon’s swooping high hair and form-fitting outfit made us want to stuff her in a doll box.