Best celebrity red carpet gowns of 2011

Awards season, movie premieres, what seems like just a day at the grocery store can bring out the best in Hollywood starlets. We love seeing who really brings the drama and glamour in a gown, and this year was no exception. We present the best red carpet gowns of 2011.

Cate Blanchett in Givenchy: Cate Blanchett's Oscars gown was equal parts futuristic, dramatic and just plain glamorous. We love that she's not afraid to take chances, even at the biggest red carpet night of the year.

Mila Kunis in Elie Saab Couture: Lavender and lace with intricate cutouts set the stage for Mila at the Oscars this year. All eyes were on her ... and, yes, her lace-accented cleavage, too.

Emma Watson in Oscar de la Renta: At the London premiere of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2, Emma proved she's no longer the little girl of ten years ago. She was the picture of Hollywood glamour with her close-cropped bob and petal-like confection.

Olivia Wilde in Marchesa: At the Golden Globes, Olivia looked like the most beautiful starry night in this Marchesa stunner.

Hailee Steinfeld in Prada: The young actress who loves to take chances on the red carpet did so again in this brightly hued striped gown at the SAG Awards.

Mila Kunis photo via popeater.com.