People’s Choice Awards 2011: Red Carpet Roundup
By FashionEtc Staff
01/06/11 at 12:14 AM
Photo: Getty ImagesTaylor Swift went ultrafeminine in a peach silk chiffon hand-pleated cocktail dress mounted on tulle with a beaded belt by J. Mendel—the same dress Natalie Portman is wearing on the January cover of Vogue. Diamond and gold drop earrings, a coral and gold bangle, and a gold and pearl cocktail ring, all by Neil Lane, accessorized her look. Nude strappy shoes kept things chic.
Photo: Getty ImagesThe Kardashian sisters coordinated in equally cleavage-baring strapless dresses and Christian Louboutin pumps. Kim (left) wore a revealing gold brocade cocktail dress by Malandrino, Kourtney (right) chose an embellished minidress in a similar cut by Gert-Johan Coetzee, while Khloe (center) opted for a flowy floor-length gown by Alexander McQueen. Kim completed her ensemble with a statement necklace and sleek updo, Kourtney went for glamorous curls and dangly earrings, and Khloe kept it simple with loose, newly red waves.
Photo: Getty ImagesKaty Perry was a “California Gurl” at heart in a magenta and turquoise tulle strapless dress from Betsey Johnson’s Spring 2011 collection. Bouncy curls, candy pink lips, and neon Casadei peep-toe platform pumps topped off Perry’s retro party dress.
Photo: Getty ImagesKristen Stewart showed off her toned gams in a pink sequin cocktail minidress from Reem Acra’s Spring 2011 collection. A wide brown leather belt added an edgy accent to her look, while black Jimmy Choo peep-toe pumps further accentuated the Twilight star's enviably long legs.
Photo: Getty ImagesNatalie Portman was simply elegant in a purple flapper-esque dress with teal ruffled tiers and black trim from Jason Wu’s Pre-Fall 2011 collection. The mom-to-be paired her loose-fitting ensemble with mesh Dior pumps and an on-trend ponytail.
Photo: Getty ImagesLeighton Meester went low-key in a heather gray dress with flower and bow details from Vionnet’s Spring 2011 collection. The Gossip Girl star glammed up her casual look with lavender Brian Atwood pumps and bright orange Cathy Waterman earrings.
Photo: Getty ImagesJennifer Aniston was right on trend in a black menswear-inspired Dolce & Gabbana vest and pants. The Just Go With It star’s signature honey hair and natural makeup kept the ensemble from looking too power suit.
Photo: Getty ImagesSelena Gomez opted for a sweet pink one-shoulder minidress with ruffle detail at the shoulder by Paule Ka. She completed her look with a Kotur clutch and nude Giuseppe Zanotti peep-toe pumps.
Photo: Getty ImagesEmma Roberts kept things short and sweet in a strapless little black dress with ruffle details by Christian Dior. The petite actress accessorized the sophisticated silhouette with a simple updo, Carla Amorim rose gold Planetary earrings, and peach satin Brian Atwood pumps.
Photo: Getty ImagesQueen Latifah —who hosted the show—went tropical for her second look of the night, choosing a turquoise chiffon ombre halter dress with a Lucite beaded necklace from the Edition by Georges Chakra Spring 2011 collection. Blue eye shadow perfectly complemented the gown’s vibe.
Photo: Getty ImagesKathy Griffin flaunted her fit figure in a chartreuse asymmetrical goddess gown by Oscar de la Renta. The comedian accessorized with a snakeskin clutch, chunky bangle, and stud earrings.
Photo: Getty ImagesMinka Kelly sizzled in a lacy off-the-shoulder minidress with plaid sash by Vivienne Westwood. The Friday Night Lights beauty topped things off with gold and colored diamond drop earrings, bangles, and ring by Neil Lane, a studded clutch, and suede platform pumps by Brian Atwood.
Photo: Getty ImagesJane Lynch also went for the menswear trend, wearing a chic black pantsuit. Her blonde bob and silky purple top gave the Glee actress’s outfit a few feminine touches.
Photo: Getty ImagesKate Walsh complemented her fiery red hair with a sapphire blue strapless cocktail dress with gathered skirt from David Meister's Signature Collection. The Private Practice actress added dazzle with diamond and platinum cocktail rings and bracelets by Neil Lane and black Christian Louboutin pumps.
Photo: Getty ImagesMalin Akerman went minimal in a winter white silk crepe cap sleeve sheath with pleated hemline from the J. Mendel Resort 2011 collection. The blonde actress added a pop of color with her red snakeskin clutch and matching scarlet platform pumps.
Photo: Getty ImagesJulie Bowen took the plunge in a coral pleated V-front dress with a rope-tie belt by designer Alberto Makali. The Modern Family actress finished her look with House of Lavande vintage gold tassel earrings, gold peep-toe pumps and a matching clutch.
Photo: Getty ImagesVanessa Williams took glam to a new level in a shiny purple wrap dress from Tadashi Shoji's Fall 2010 collection and bedazzled Christian Louboutin peep-toe slingbacks.
Photo: Getty ImagesAshley Benson got graphic in a black and white one-shoulder cocktail dress by Paule Ka. The Pretty Little Liars actress went full-on '80s with bright red lips and matching nails.
Photo: Getty ImagesLisa Edelstein wore a black and silver strapless embroidered cocktail dress by Farah Angsana. The House star paired her shimmery sheath with matching strappy, beaded sandals and a metallic clutch.
Photo: Getty ImagesAnnaLynne McCord showed some skin in a drapey teal minidress with a sexy open back. McCord paired her colorful number—borrowed from her 90210 character's wardrobe—with gold pumps..
Photo: Getty ImagesMaggie Q looked modern in a Hervé Léger one-shoulder black embellished dress from the designer's Fall 2010 collection and black pumps. The Nikita actress kept things clean with natural makeup and soft waves.
Photo: Getty ImagesLyndsy Fonseca went classic in a sleeveless little black dress with embellished shoulders and a full skirt. The Nikita star accessorized with a silver clutch, bold red nails, and patent platform pumps.
Photo: Getty ImagesAshley Tisdale went bohemian in a floor-length printed chiffon Farah Angsana strapless gown. The Hellcats star upped the glam quotient with a multi-gold Swarovski Reverbere clutch.
Photo: Getty ImagesAutumn Reeser made a statement in a sky blue strapless ruffled minidress by Jenny Packham with a black jewel encrusted belt. The No Ordinary Family actress paired her voluminous dress with a diamond and platinum bracelet and ring by Neil Lane and Christian Louboutin Orlan double-platform t-strap pumps.
Photo: Getty ImagesKaley Cuoco didn't let a broken leg get in the way of her awards show, style, though she did admit to wearing flats. The Big Bang Theory actress channeled Old Hollywood in a long white bustier gown, blonde bouffant, and on-trend hot pink lips.
Photo: Getty ImagesRaven-Symoné opted for a dramatic, bra-baring, tiered-ruffle jacket and leather pants/boots. Smoky eyes intensified her edgier-than-usual style.
Photo: Getty ImagesLucy Hale stood out in a mustard satin Ronald Abdala cap sleeve dress. The Pretty Little Liars actress accessorized with silver strappy René Caovilla sandals, an Amrapali statement necklace, and bold red lips.
Photo: Getty ImagesMiranda Cosgrove wore a custom Nicole Miller platinum shredded sequin shift dress, accessorizing with a Kelly Locke silver metallic lambskin clutch and black Aldo Hoxworth pumps. The iCarly star's shiny black hair and dark nails took center stage.
Photo: Getty ImagesPauley Perrette showed her support for same-sex marriage in a custom-made strapless white dress emblazoned with “NOH8”, a reference to the campaign against California's Proposition 8. With minimal makeup and no accessories, the NCIS actress made her message the focus.
Photo: Getty ImagesNiki Taylor looked statuesque in a Donna Karan floor-length black gown with a plunging back revealing her tattoo and black peep-toe sandals. The model attended the event in honor of CoverGirl's 50th anniversary.
Celebrities hit the sapphire carpet at the 2011 People’s Choice Awards wearing their interpretations of Hollywood chic—the event’s requested attire.
And even the chilly Los Angeles weather didn’t stop the stars from showing some skin in a variety of gowns, dominated by microminis and one shoulders.
From Taylor Swift’s ultrafeminine peach J. Mendel dress to the Kardashians’ color-coordinated strapless styles, check out the looks of the night in our gallery.
