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The Sexiest Oscar Dresses of All Time

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The Sexiest Oscar Dresses of All Time

We know that being sexy and having confidence is a state of mind, but these thigh-high slits and plunging necklines certainly don’t hurt

February 6, 2018
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The Sexiest Oscar Dresses of All Time
1972
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In the ’70s it didn’t get much sexier than Raquel Welch in a spaghetti strap halter gown and hoops.

1975
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As a sex symbol of her era, Sophia Loren knew how to dress her perfect hour-glass figure in a waist-cinching frock.

Related article: 13 Snubs, Surprises, and New Records Set By The 2018 Oscar Nominations

1983
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Barbi Benton got her shine on in a curve-hugging sequin gown with contrasting floor-length fur coat.

1988
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Cher left little to the imagination at the 1988 ceremony where she took home an award for performance in “Moonstruck”.

1990
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Geena Davis cut a slim figure in this crimson off-the-shoulder gown with matching clutch and lips.

1991
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Not that Cindy Crawford needed help turning heads, but the plunging neckline on her red Versace gown didn’t hurt.

Related article: Here Are the 2018 Oscar Nominations In Full

1995
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Modeled after her infamous Versace pin dress, the Italian brand created a crystal embellished version for her to walk the carpet at the Academy Awards.

1998
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Sharon Stone famously borrowed husband Phil Bronstein’s white tuxedo shirt leaving it unbuttoned and tucked inside a satin Vera Wang skirt.

1999
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One of our favorite style icons, Cate Blanchett, dared to bare in a sheer John Galliano gown.

2000
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Cameron Diaz earned bombshell status in the late ’90s—and what goes better with a blonde bombshell than a sexy Versace lace dress that shows a little leg.

2002
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There isn’t much that doesn’t look sexy of Jennifer Lopez—even a baby pink Atelier Versace satin frock.

2002
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Halle Berry’s Elie Saab gown is one of the most memorable Oscar gowns, not only because the complete sheer top with floral embroidery was a sight to see, but because Berry became the first African American woman to win an Oscar for Best Actress.

2004
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Angelina Jolie earned a reputation for being one of the sexiest Hollywood stars—so it should come as no surprise that she could bring such sex appeal to even this minimal white satin halter gown.

2005
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Baby got back—Hilary Swank showed off her well toned back in this Guy Laroche gown, after months of training for Million Dollar Baby. But it was all worth it because she took home the gold statue.

2005
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When doesn’t Salma Hayek look sexy? The Mexican actress showed off her curvaceous figure in this Prada gown.

Related article: What Will Win Best Picture At The Oscars 2018?

2005
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Gwyneth Paltrow showed off her fit physique, and ample decolettage in a blush satin Stella McCartney

2007
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Grecian goddess or Academy Awards performer? Beyonce owned the red carpet in this seafoam Armani Prive gown.

2008
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A dress thats supposed to resemble fish scales may not seem like the sexiest, but this Jean Paul Gaultier dress accentuated Marion Cotillard’s best assets.

2011
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Before Jennifer Lawrence became Dior’s go-to girl, she had this sultry Calvin Klein red carpet moment.

2011
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Penelope Cruz showed off post-pregnancy curves in this firecracker number by the late L’Wren Scott.

2012
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While this Atelier Versace dress was immortalized as a meme—we’ll never forget how utterly sexy Angeline Jolie looked.

2013
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No modern day actress channels old hollywood better than Jessica Chastain. This embellished Armani Prive accentuated all the right curves.

2015
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Rosamund Pike’s crimson Givenchy dress covered in rosettes was a look to remember.

2015
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Atelier Versace is the go-to brand for instant sex appeal. Jennifer Aniston worked this nude gown with sheer skirt.

2016
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Valentino Haute Couture is usually known for their demure and fashion forward gowns—but this plunging neck gown created for Olivia Wilde was a moment to remember.

2016
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Priyanka Chopra made quite the debut at her first Academy Awards in this white strapless Zuhair Murad dress with a sheer skirt.

2016
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We can always count on Charlize Theron to bring the fire to the red carpet, as she did in this stunning Dior Haute Couture gown with deep-V neckline.

2016
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Margot Robbie gave the Oscars statue a run for its money in this gilded Tom Ford number.

2017
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From the bold color to her exposed shoulders, Viola Davis taught us a lesson in subtle sexiness in this Michael Kors gown.

2017
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Taraji P. Henson worked the vavavoom-factor of her custom Alberta Ferretti midnight blue gown.

This article originally appeared on Harper’s BAZAAR US.

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