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Last Night's Look: Hit or Miss?

Last Night's Look: Hit or Miss?

Check out the head-turning outfits Claire Danes, Miranda Kerr and more stars were just spotted in! Then decide – fabulous or fashion faux pas?

By People Staff

Updated January 14, 2012 11:00 AM

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JENNIFER HUDSON

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Giving her tangerine mini a fresh twist with contrasting bright-blue Isharya earrings and nails (plus a Vahan bracelet), the I Got This commands attention at an L.A. book signing.

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CLAIRE DANES

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The actress lends some edge to her Donna Karan frock, opting for a plunging neckline and wide belt, plus simple pumps, at the AFI awards in Beverly Hills.

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MIRANDA KERR

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The Aussie supermodel celebrates her new role as Qantas Airways ambassador, wearing an arabesque, cap-sleeve Georges Chakra Couture red sequin dress, Tresor earrings and golden platform peep-toes to the Spirit of Australia bash in Hollywood.

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GWEN STEFANI

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A cocked fedora lends the ‘s look an air of intrigue, while the head-turning accessories keep it funky and fun, while she’s out to lunch in L.A.

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JORDIN SPARKS

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At a Critics’ Choice Movie Awards afterparty in Hollywood, the is all sparkle in a black sequin mini and high-shine sandals.

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EMMY ROSSUM

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At the Showtime TCAs in L.A., the actress takes her look from Shameless to ladylike, pairing a girly gray Ralph Lauren Blue Label dress and tweed blazer with Ralph Lauren Vintage Collection Jewels and a Ralph Lauren Collection satchel and shoes.

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VANESSA MINNILLO LACHEY

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The brand-new visits N.Y.C.’s SiriusXM studios in a flirty black Camilla and Marc frock and pointy-toe pumps.

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MAYA RUDOLPH

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To pick up the Critics’ Choice Award for best comedy alongside her fellow Bridesmaids cast mates, the actress wears a simple peplum-accented shift with similarly classic black accessories and H. Stern jewels.

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PIPER PERABO

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The Covert Affairs actress tops a printed, cropped jumpsuit with a draped white blazer and coordinating pumps at the Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess N.Y.C. premiere.

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MIRANDA COSGROVE

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Also at SiriusXM in N.Y.C., the iCarly actress picks playful polka dots, giving the girly print a little edge with a red jacket and biker boots.

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ANN CURRY

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Looking sweet and sunny for the Today Show’s 60th anniversary bash, the anchor adds extra shine to her yellow sheath with metallic gold accessories.

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MADONNA

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Opting for high drama at the London premiere of her major directorial debut, W.E., the takes center stage in a Jean Paul Gaultier couture velvet dress, Dolce & Gabbana lace cape, Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry and red fingerless gloves that match her scarlet pout.

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JENNIFER HUDSON

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Keeping it simple and sleek on her book tour, the Weight Watchers stops by an N.Y.C. store in a figure-hugging (of course!) black sheath, David Yurman hoops and cap-toe platform pumps.

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NINA DOBREV

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To pick up her People’s Choice Award for best TV drama actress in L.A., the Vampire Diaries star selects an envy-inducing Kelly green Elie Saab dress, worn with J. Maderne jewels and a Lauren Merkin clutch.

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LINDSAY LOHAN

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Looking more covered up than she has been lately, the attends a Weinsten Company and Audi-sponsored L.A. bash in a mock-turtleneck mini, subtle bangles and two-tone Mary Janes.

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COBIE SMULDERS

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In a structured Reem Acra corset dress, a golden Etro choker, and sparkling sandals, the How I Met Your Mother star is on hand at the People’s Choice Awards to fete the show’s win for best TV comedy.

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PAULA PATTON

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Also at the Weinstein Company bash in L.A., the Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol actress flaunts her assets and pulls off a daring second-skin leather sheath with a scalloped hem and pointy-toe pumps.

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ALYSON HANNIGAN

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Also at the People’s Choice Awards, the expectant mom sheathes her baby bump in a flapper-inspired, tomato red Alice + Olivia shift, worn with VRAM for Gray Gallery jewels and peep-toe pumps.

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CHERYL BURKE

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Showing off her Dancing with the Stars-toned bod, Cheryl hits the People’s Choice Awards in a Chagoury Couture one-shoulder, high-slit dress, platform pumps and Simon G gems.

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LAUREN CONRAD

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Elsewhere in L.A., the grabs a bite in a fitted blazer, a very on-trend pleated skirt and wedge booties.

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ASHLEY BENSON

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To see her show Pretty Little Liars win the People’s Choice Award for favorite cable TV drama, the actress looks flirty in an Alice + Olivia full-skirted frock, Ippolita Silver jewels and Ruthie Davis pumps.

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JESSICA ALBA

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After Rooney Mara wore a red frock from Valentino’s Spring collection, follows suit, also donning a sheer overlay dress and studded clutch from the same designer, plus JVDF earrings, at Forevermark and InStyle’s Golden Globes soiree in Beverly Hills.

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MICHELLE WILLIAMS

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At the same event, the My Week with Marilyn complements her reddish do with an ivory, half-pleated Versace shift, studded belt and champagne sandals; she finishes the look with a Forevermark bangle and ring.

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JENNIFER HUDSON

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The showcases her whittled waist and mind-boggling curves in a mustard origami Roland Mouret shift, patent platforms and an orange-crush pout while celebrating her Good Housekeeping cover in N.Y.C.

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JULIANNE HOUGH

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’s pairs her hard-earned tan with textured, black separates at DoSomething.org and Aeropostale, Inc.’s 5th annual Teens for Jeans kickoff in L.A.

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EMMA STONE

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The Help gears up for this Sunday’s Golden Globes in a J. Mendel crinkle dress, Lanvin clutch, Jack Vartanian jewels and metallic peep-toes at the National Board of Review Film Awards gala in N.Y.C.

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ANGELINA JOLIE

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The In the Land of Blood and Honey dons a luxe wide-lapel Michael Kors trench and champagne satin peep-toes for the film’s Washington, D.C., premiere.

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KEIRA KNIGHTLEY

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A Dangerous Method’s subtly shows some skin in a lace-bodice Nina Ricci frock worn with black tights and a quilted clutch to the National Board of Review gala in N.Y.C.

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CAREY MULLIGAN

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At the same star-studded event, Carey slips into a shimmering ombré Lanvin dress and belt, adding an embellished clutch and tan cage heels.

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KERRY WASHINGTON

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Clad in a black-and-gold sequin Jenny Packham mini, pointy-toe pumps and simple studs, the actress attends the Disney/ABC TCA event in Pasadena, Calif.

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JESSICA CHASTAIN

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The relative red-carpet newcomer looks like an old pro in her fitted, embroidered Zac Posen frock, black sandals and Harry Winston gems at the National Board of Review gala in N.Y.C.

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ROONEY MARA

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Taking a break from her all-black routine, Rooney goes with a scarlet Valentino lace-illusion frock for the Rome premiere of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.

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ANGELINA JOLIE

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Back in N.Y.C., selects a plunging silk blouse, leather pencil skirt and pumps – all by Salvatore Ferragamo – for the New York Film Critics Circle Awards.

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EVA LONGORIA

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Putting her own spin on casual suiting, the pairs a blazer with leggings, knee-high socks and boots at the Hollywood premiere of Joyful Noise.

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SHAKIRA

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She may have a new do, but fashion choices are Old Hollywood – check out that curve-hugging, fire-engine-red gown! – at the FIFA Ballon d Or gala in Zurich, Switzerland.

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MICHELLE WILLIAMS

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After warming up her trademark pixie, the My Week with Marilyn selects a Band of Outsiders dress and Chanel pumps for an L.A. screening of the film.

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JESSICA CHASTAIN

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In a shimmering mermaid-esque frock, silvery shoes and Harry Winston diamonds, the actress wins the best supporting actress award at the New York Film Critics Circle Awards.

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MIRANDA COSGROVE

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ANN CURRY

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NINA DOBREV

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