When it comes to taking fashion risks, awards shows are the ideal time to just buck up and go for it. There are like, millions of people watching, after all. That being said, it does take a whole 'lotta guts to ere on the side of crazy couture, but this year's Oscars were bound to have some of those fashion risks, right? You betcha! Check out the craziest getups from the Red Carpet.
Since the "theme" for the 2013 Academy Awards is music in movies, it makes sense that Oscar-winner Jennifer Hudson would be called upon to perform the big number from the movie that won her the prize, 'Dreamgirls
Kristen Stewart attended the 2013 Oscars while hobbling around on crutches. Still, the 'Twilight' star and reluctant fashion plate stunned in an ivory Reem Acra gown.
Let's get one thing straight: Halle Berry is a stunner. That's indisputable. She's 46 yet she could pass for 36. She is easily one of the most beautiful women in the world ... but she channeled a Las Vegas lounge singer in a shimmery, striped, severe-shouldered Versace gown at the 2013 Oscars.
Jennifer Aniston, who's known to wear basic black at red carpet events, threw us for a loop at the 2013 Oscars by wearing a full, princess-like red gown by Valentino. It reminded us of another red dress worn by another Jennifer (Lawrence, at the Golden Globes).
Actress Zoe Saldana wore one of the edgier looks at the 2013 Oscars.
Best Actress nominee Naomi Watts glimmered in a silver Armani Prive dress with an asymmetrical top. It boasted one capped sleeve and looped across her body and was certainly the most unique cut on the 2013 Oscars red carpet.
Anne Hathaway, one of the breakout fashionistas of the last year, wore pretty, pale pink Prada to the 2013 Oscars. The straight, column shape spotlighted A. Hath's figure and even she showed off some sideboob.
Jennifer Hudson, a onetime Best Supporting Actress winner, donned a long-sleeved, midnight blue lace dress by Roberto Cavalli for the 2013 Oscars. It was certainly a shade not worn by other celebs on the red carpet, and it made her stand out.
