Golden Globes 2012: Red Carpet Roundup
By Emily Gyben
01/15/12 at 08:30 PM
The ever-glamorous Angelina Jolie took to the red carpet in a two-tone Atelier Versace gown and Versace shoes, a Christian Louboutin clutch, red lips, and a chic chignon.
Sofia Vergara showed off her bombshell body in a custom Vera Wang peacock blue strapless mermaid gown, which she accented with Harry Winston jewels.
The Help star Jessica Chastain glowed at her first-ever Golden Globes in an off-white Givenchy Haute Couture by Riccardo Tisci beaded creation, which she finished with Harry Winston jewels and a voluminous 'do.
Homeland star Claire Danes looked modern and glamorous in an ecru and black J. Mendel gown with embroidered cap sleeves and open back.
Nicole Richie shone on the red carpet in a "very heavy" metallic beaded Julien Macdonald dress, Neil Lane diamond-and-ruby jewelry, and a House of Harlow 1960 clutch.
Ringer's Sarah Michelle Gellar went abstract in a bold printed blue and white Monique Lhuillier gown, Bulgari jewels, and Jimmy Choo shoes.
Katharine McPhee skipped a full-length gown in favor of a tea-length nude chiffon and tulle leaf embroidered dress custom designed by Donna Karan, Christian Louboutin pumps in nude, and Amrapali earrings and an Isharya ring.
Freida Pinto took to the red carpet in a peacock blue strapless Prada gown and a show-stopping Chopard yellow gold and diamond bib necklace.
Hilarious Bridesmaids star Melissa McCarthy chose a deep green custom Badgley Mischka gown with an embellished neckline.
The Help's Octavia Spencer went Grecian-inspired in a lavender chiffon draped V-neck dress by Tadashi Shoji and Irene Neuwirth jewelry.
Diane Lane sparkled in a gold gown by Reem Acra paired with Neil Lane yellow and white diamond jewelry.
Modern Family's Sarah Highland avoided a wardrobe malfunction in a vintage Dolce & Gabbana dress--that she had to be sewn into!--and a Daniel Swarovski clutch.
E! red carpet host Kelly Osbourne held her own among the night's biggest stars in a structured teal Zac Posen gown with box sleeves, Vhernier jewels, and a sparkling Judith Leiber clutch.
The Artist's charming Berenice Bejo looked understated and lovely in a navy strapless Gucci gown and over 100 carats of yellow diamonds by Chopard.
The Fashion Star's ageless Elle Macpherson stunned in a second-skin ivory Zac Posen tiered tulle gown from the Spring 2012 collection and Lorraine Schwartz jewelry.
Presenter Salma Hayek turned up the glam on the red carpet in a couture beaded strapless dress by Gucci and a black satin clutch by Gucci.
Tilda Swinton chose her latest go-to red carpet designer, Haider Ackermann, and accessorized with Pomellato and Fred Leighton jewelry.
Jessica Alba showed off her svelte figure in a pale lilac Gucci Premiere silk charmeuse embroidered gown with crystal encrusted petals and a pleated train and Bulgari platinum and diamond jewelry.
Mary J. Blige stuck with her go-to designer--Michael Kors--with a crystal embroidered stretch tulle gown with feather detail.
Best Actress winner Michelle Williams looked gamine chic in a velvet burnout Jason Wu gown, a vintage Fred Leighton headband, and a Judith Leiber clutch.
Heidi Klum showed off her model body in a custom Calvin Klein Collection nude silk crepe sheath with a plunging back, which she finished with a matching calf hair box clutch and silk sandals, also by the brand, and major turquoise jewelry.
Evan Rachel Wood brought major drama to the red carpet in a custom-designed Gucci Premiere halter gown with fish scale paillettes and ostrich plumes, which she wore with Fred Leighton jewels and Gucci sandals.
Debra Messing amped up the classic black gown with a one-shouldered Monique Lhuiller dress with a voluminous skirt.
Modern Family's Ariel Winter looked darling and age-appropriate in a full-skirted deep purple Dolce & Gabbana and dress.
Julie Bowen showed off her feminine side in a blush-colored Reem Acra gown with beaded cap sleeves.
The New Girl's Zooey Deschanel took a '60s turn in a custom Prada silk dress with green glass pearls, a matching clutch, and black platform Prada shoes. She topped the look with jewelry by Van Cleef & Arpels.
30 Rock funnywoman Tina Fey looked red carpet-ready in an Oscar de la Renta strapless embroidered gown from the Resort 2012 collection and an ODLR cobalt and black sequined clutch.
Natalie Portman took a bright route in a custom-made fuchsia strapless satin duchesse gown by Lanvin, Harry Winston jewelry, and an evening clutch by Tiffany & Co.
Jessica Biel brought the glamour in an ivory lace Elie Saab creation...and over $400,000 worth of Tiffany & Co. jewelry.
Madonna's silver studded black Reem Acra gown accented her dramatic Neil Lane pearl and gold cross pendant and diamond cuff bracelets. The Queen of Pop wore $2.5 million in jewelry.
Nicole Kidman was statuesque on the red carpet in a Versace gown from the Spring 2012 collection, Fred Leighton jewels and a Roger Vivier clutch.
Kate Beckinsale wowed on the red carpet in a strapless pale blush chiffon and lace gown by Roberto Cavalli, Lorraine Schwartz jewelry and a Salvatore Ferragamo sliver mirrored minaudière.
The always-elegant Helen Mirren looked gorgeous in a ruffled navy Badgley Mischka gown and clutch, vintage Fred Leighton jewelry, and Jimmy Choos.
Gorgeous redhead Julianne Moore went Old Hollywood in a dramatic Chanel Haute Couture gown from the Fall 2011 collection, which she accessorized with green Fred Leighton tassel earrings.
Mission Impossible 3's Paula Patton lit up the red carpet in a bright yellow strapless Monique Lhuillier gown, Kwiat jewelry, and a Judith Leiber clutch.
Reese Witherspoon played the bombshell brilliantly in a peony taffeta bustier gown from Zac Posen's pre-fall 2012 collection and Fred Leighton jewelry.
The Help's Viola Davis Wore a custom Emilio Pucci flowing one-shoulder chiffon dress, Fred Leighton jewelry and a Judith Leiber clutch.
Young Adult star (and Dior fragrance model!) Charlize Theron wore a pale pink plunging Christian Dior Couture dress, vintage Cartier gems, and a sparkling headband.
Style star Emma Stone chose a purple and fuchsia Lanvin gown for her big night, finished with a silver eagle belt and a Cartier black satin and python box clutch.
Glee's Lea Michele brought some sexy sparkle to the red carpet in a silvery long-sleeved Marchesa dress with peek-a-boo panels.
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo's Rooney Mara made a dramatic red carpet appearance in a black silk faille gown with bow ribbon detailing from Nina Ricci's pre-fall 2012 collection.
Glee's resident villain Jane Lynch looked lovely in a David Meister Signature silk chiffon halter dress in midnight blue, which she wore with Lorraine Schwartz jewels.
The Artist's Penelope Ann Miller chose a classic burgundy chiffon strapless gown by Pamella Roland, which she topped with over 80 carats of Chopard diamonds.
New face of Dior Mila Kunis made her brand proud in a black single-strapped Dior gown, which she finished with Cartier diamond jewelry.
Enlightened's Laura Dern--one of the night's big winners!--chose a sparkling emerald long-sleeved Andrew Gn gown.
Glenn Close made the navy trend her own in a custom-designed Giorgio Armani Prive gown with crystal-embedded bust detail and Wilfredo Rosado fine jewelry.
Kate Winslet went for timeless glamour in a black and white Swarovski-embellished Jenny Packham gown and Fred Leighton jewelry.
Bridesmaids writer and star Kristin Wiig went neutral in a plunging blush Bill Blass gown and vintage Fred Leighton jewelry.
Meryl Streep looked timeless and elegant in a black shirtdress, vintage Fred Leighton jewelry, a pair of Salvatore Ferragamo black satin peep toe shoes and a black Swarovski encrusted minaudière.
Julianna Margulies sparkled in a purple caviar-beaded long-sleeved gown with an open back from Naeem Khan's Spring 2012 collection and Christian Louboutins.
Laura Linney complemented her strawberry blonde hair with a bright blue one-shouldered silk gown by J. Mendel, Sutra earrings and a VBH clutch.
The best and brightest stars in film and television pulled out all the stops for the 2012 Golden Globe Awards, bringing the glamour in bright gowns, sparkling numbers, and elegant ensembles.
Major colors for the evening included moody blues and reds that perfectly matched the carpet, while another trend that really had legs (literally!) was gowns with sexy, thigh-high slits. As for the drama queens in the crowd, well, several mermaid-inspired ensembles made serious statements.
Check out the complete gallery of celebrity dresses above.