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You might think the NAACP Image Awards were all about 'Precious,' which won in most of the categories it and its actors were nominated in. But at BV on Style, they were a little bit about the fashion, too. The celebrities, who seemed split over whether this show is a floor-length gown affair or a flirty cocktail dress situation, came dressed to impress. Jill Scott looked amazing in a form-fitting sparkling knee-length shift, winner Gabourey Sidibe went retro in a flapper-inspired number and icon Cicely Tyson wore a gender-bending pantsuit that was flattering and unique. Click through for BV's picks for the hottest (and not so hot) from the NAACP Image Awards red carpet.
The Emmys Red Carpet
Victoria Rowell: What was that, Victoria Rowell? You're a Barack Obama fan? We would never have guessed... Look, we're all for people expressing their political opinions, but use your words, people. NEVER your Emmy gowns. Let this be a lesson.
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Chandra Wilson: This could be just a plain ol' trumpet dress (which was seen on many an actress last night), but the splattered floral design makes this flattering gown something special.
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Heidi Klum & Seal: The very pregnant nominee and her very proud husband were chic in all-black. Red carpet choices for women in this stage of pregnancy are usually muumuu-inspired; props to Klum for going skintight and sexy.
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Kim Kardashian: Wearing a white dress in a sea of dark colors is a sure way to stand out. We're pretty sure Kim K knew this when she chose this look, but we like the streamlined asymmetrical top and simple hoops.
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LL Cool J: Here's the problem: every time LL insists on wearing his signature Kangol to formal events, we criticize him for not dressing for the occasion. But then, when he takes it off, all we want him to do is put it back on. Sorry, LL!
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Padma Lakshmi: It doesn't take much for this model/foodie/Emmy nominee to look good, so of course she looks beautiful in this purple gown. However, we'd really like for that weird red thing on her hip to please pack its knives and go.
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Shar Jackson: Why was Shar Jackson at the Emmys? More importantly, why is she wearing a prom dress that looks like it was sewn by Denise Huxtable circa 1984?
Vanessa Williams: Always a red carpet pro, the glamorous Emmy nominee didn't necessarily blow us away with this blue gown, but the dress and actress (and earrings!) made for a beautiful combination.
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By: Robert on 2/28/2010 1:28PM
I'm glad I read this article. Now I know how many actors are vile racists!!!! I hope hollywood is paying attention to this gathering of bigots. I know they would never hire an actor who was in the Ku Klux Klan, so I hope they don't hire any of these people either..............but I wont hold my breath.
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By: Karen on 4/05/2010 10:55AM
The women are of all sizes and all beautiful. Their curves resemble the bodies of most women I know,as opposed to the starvation,anorexic look often seen at the Oscars.
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By: Git Gawn on 2/28/2010 2:02PM
Those are lovely wigs too yall....Seriously doe.
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By: Babygirl on 2/28/2010 4:36PM
In response to Robert, you are just as big an A$$hole as Peter Gozinya to whom my reply was for.
To call me a racist is way off base since I am married to a Caucasian and we have three children together. Funny thing though, my husband is the one that says he hates white people.
And to the person that stated she did not realize the article was about Blacks. What finally made you realize this? Evidently it wasn't NAACP or Black Image Awards.
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By: jackie luke on 3/01/2010 2:26AM
A lot of these women are overweight and a white woman could never get awaywith it without lots of criticism. Why is this, do you suppose?
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By: Will Steen on 3/01/2010 11:52AM
Gabby should not have her arms showing. I recently upset some people when I said Gabby was not attractive, and I do agree she's talented...but not cover girl material.
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By: Joann Pearson on 3/01/2010 3:54PM
Cecily Tyson is the persona of style and ageless beauty. Black nevers cracks!
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By: cha-colya on 3/01/2010 7:13PM
baby kerry is killin da dress wit dem heels ya dig!!!
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By: Dorothy Ellen Whitsell on 3/02/2010 5:31PM
Why don't they find out the names of the guests accompanying the celebs so they can identify them in the photos?
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By: Bowl Legged Lou on 3/05/2010 11:33PM
Crip Crazy
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