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Black Isn't Always A Foolproof Color, As Shown On This Week's Worst-Dressed List

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When it comes to picking an outfit, black is usually a safe bet. It's classic, it's timeless and it's oh-so-flattering.

But just because you're wearing a neutral hue doesn't mean things can't go wrong. And if you take a look at this week's worst-dressed list, you'll see what we mean.

Selena Gomez's black jumpsuit desperately needed to be tailored before she wore it in public, while Miranda Kerr's lacy gown clearly belonged in the bedroom, not on the red carpet.

Check out the worst-dressed stars of the week and let us know if you agree with our picks.

Selena Gomez

We know the former Disney star can do better than this. Her ill-fitting jumpsuit isn't doing her any favors. The pants are pooling at the bottom, the top is gaping in the chest area and the material looks flammable.

Zendaya Coleman

Unless you're Pharrell, this ain't gonna work.

Cara Delevingne

Did Halloween come early this year? Miss Delevingne appears to be wearing a costume. While she clearly has one of the best bodies in the biz, this is not how she should flaunt it.

Jemima Kirke

At this point, we understand that the "Girls" star marches to the beat of her own drum but this oversized black sack is just hanging off of her.

Ciara

This looks like a Kim Kardashian hand-me-down and we're not feeling it. Between the sheer element, the long hemline and the pleating, the singer should have scaled back.

Miranda Kerr

Wait, this is the same dress that Ciara is wearing?

Julianne Moore

There is nothing sleek or elegant about this gown. It seems weighed down by all the draping, mixed materials and metallic pattern.

Before You Go

Worst-Dressed Stars 2014

Uma Thurman(01 of202)

If we hacked off that hemline and made her dress shorter, this would have been a much more successful ensemble. Right now it's just a lot of black fabric with dated, flared cuffs. (credit:Getty Images)

Rihanna(02 of202)

While we love a woman in menswear, we wish Riri had thrown on a pair of pants with this oversized tuxedo jacket. And we also wish she had opted for a slightly less boxy blazer, this one is overwhelming her small frame. (credit:WireImage)

Kate Hudson (03 of202)

If you can make it past the severe top knot, the rest of Hudson's outfit isn't much better. The pants are pooling at the ground -- we wish she had visited a tailor prior to her red carpet appearance -- and the oversized frill on her jumpsuit is competing with her asymmetrical straps. Sometimes less really is more. (credit:Getty Images)

Adriana Lima(04 of202)

Cut-outs and metallics and feathers, oh my. We're not sure where to start. So we won't. (credit:Getty Images)

Olivia Palermo(05 of202)

It's hard to pinpoint exactly what went wrong here, but we're going to give it a shot. The color combination is not our favorite (black against that lemon hue is a little harsh), the skirt is an awkward silhouette (especially with those pockets creating extra volume near the hips), and lastly, she should have opted for a metallic or nude shoe to lighten up the entire look. (credit:AFP/Getty Images)

Leighton Meester(06 of202)

This looks like an optical illusion gone wrong. Too many stripes in too many directions. (credit:FilmMagic)

Elizabeth Banks(07 of202)

Woah, that is one... striking dress. We're not sure about the busy print or the silhouette but it's the gold ankle-strap shoes that really seal the coffin on this outfit -- they're just too heavy. (credit:Getty Images)

Keke Palmer(08 of202)

If her bra was not visible, this easily could have been a best-dressed candidate. But that super short skirt paired with a sheer top is leaving too little to the imagination. (credit:Getty Images)

Christina Hendricks(09 of202)

Fit is key with a dress like this, but Hendricks missed the mark. A quick trip to the tailor would have done wonders. (credit:WireImage)

Dakota Fanning(10 of202)

The dress appears to be pulling in the midriff and the hem looks unfinished. Oh, and the entire ensemble could use a moment or two with a steamer. (credit:WireImage)

Jessica Chastain(11 of202)

We're also not convinced that a black top was the right choice here. It looks more similar to a bathing suit top and doesn't jive with the otherwise summery ensemble. (credit:Getty Images)

Kiernan Shipka(12 of202)

We are shocked to see Shipka on this list -- but not everyone can get it right all the time. This dress looks like a costume because of the busy print, high-neck and ruffle sleeve detail. The actress' frock should have stayed on the runway, or in a magazine editorial. (credit:Getty Images)

Lorde(13 of202)

The top half of her outfit doesn't offend us, but those pants! They look like the pants from "Aladdin." A cigarette trouser would have created a much more flattering end result. (credit:Getty Images)

Natalie Dormer(14 of202)

Is "The Hunger Games" star wearing two separate dresses? A black strapless gown over a sheer blue one? Not only is the bizarre silhouette creating a muddled outfit, but the entire ensemble is so busy and ill-fitting, all we want to do is forget we ever saw it. (credit:WireImage)

Elizabeth Banks(15 of202)

This dress looks like it was made out of pink tin foil. That is all. (credit:WireImage)

Uzo Aduba(16 of202)

The bright orange color is amazing on Aduba, but those sleeves are overpowering. Maybe if the top was more off-the-shoulder and her skirt was tighter (to balance out all the volume on top) this would have been more successful. (credit:Getty Images)

Tilda Swinton(17 of202)

Swinton's dress is shapeless, long and an unflattering color. We understand that the actress marches to the beat of her own drum, but this isn't working on any level. And we haven't even touched on her hair. (credit:Getty Images)

Anne Hathaway(18 of202)

It looks like she was caught in a net in the forest. And the excessive embellishments and earthy palette aren't helping matters. (credit:Getty Images)

Dakota Fanning (19 of202)

Nope. We can see her underwear. (credit:WireImage)

Gwendoline Christie(20 of202)

Are Christie and Zoe in cahoots? Someone should remind the "Hunger Games" star that Halloween was last week -- this ghost costume needs to be stored in her closet for next year. (credit:WireImage)

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley(21 of202)

This outfit looks like a mix between a cat costume and an S&M get-up. Neither have a place on the red carpet. (credit:Getty Images)

Elizabeth Banks(22 of202)

The dress isn't the big problem here, it's the accessories. Her heavy black hat and suede pumps are literally weighing her down. The styling is all wrong, which is a shame, because the frock could have worked. (credit:FilmMagic)

Rachel Zoe(23 of202)

We know that the stylist is a huge fan of an oversized fit and a boxy silhouette, but this is extreme -- even for her. Zoe's petite frame looks like it's getting swallowed up by way too much fabric. (credit:WireImage)

Zosia Mamet(24 of202)

Has the "Girls" star ever heard of a steamer? This is about one of the frumpiest looks we have seen her in, which is a shame, because the suit itself could have been great (we love the pinstripes). Not only is the blazer too big, but it looks like her outfit was in a ball on her floor for weeks. And she really should have been wearing a heel, or shoes that don't cut her legs off in such an awkward spot. (credit:Getty Images)

Brit Marling (25 of202)

The color, combined with the wrinkles on her skirt and the silhouette, aren't wowing us. We wish she has shown a bit more skin, or at least chosen a strappy heel instead of these loafers. (credit:FilmMagic)

Sarah Hyland (26 of202)

The petite actress is swimming in those pants -- she really should have visited a tailor -- and her top is a little too '80s. (credit:Getty Images)

Olivia Wilde (27 of202)

Wilde could have been a best-dressed candidate, but that weird sculptural embellishment on her hip belongs on the runway, not the red carpet. (credit:Getty Images)

Kristin Davis (28 of202)

This dress is better suited for a little girl than a mature actress. The overly bright pink hue and the cupcake silhouette are a bizarre choice for Davis, as are the black accessories -- they are jarring with her outfit. (credit:Getty Images)

Nicole Richie(29 of202)

We're... confused. Did Halloween come early? The bustier top, white long-sleeve shirt, Greek goddess skirt and embellished belt look a little too costume-y for our taste. (credit:Getty Images)

Camilla Belle(30 of202)

The silhouette of this dress is unflattering and her exposed bra looks unintentional, almost as if the designer forgot to line it. (credit:Getty Images)

Olivia Munn (31 of202)

Olivia Munn as "The Black Swan?" Munn's dress is way too short; we're praying the night didn't end in a wardrobe malfunction. (credit:Getty Images)

Jess Weixler(32 of202)

Her dress keeps getting worse the longer you look at it. Not only is the color atrocious, but the fit of the bodice is off. And don't even get us started on her metallic, swirly skirt. Oy vey. (credit:Getty Images)

Jessie J(33 of202)

There's plunging and then there is plunging. This jumpsuit is too low for comfort and that brown color is doing nothing for her complexion. We wish this look was less '70s and more 21st-century. (credit:Getty Images)

Tulisa Contostavlos(34 of202)

Whoa, that's a lot of look. Her bizarre top, paired with her printed mermaid skirt and those loud shoes need to be scaled back. Also, we're wondering how the singer managed to walk in that get-up -- her skirt looks really restricting. (credit:Getty Images)

Julianne Moore(35 of202)

We've been seeing a lot of these voluminous sleeves lately, but the trick to making them work is to balance them out with a sleek silhouette. Moore was unsuccessful with this trend because her top and skirt are too boxy, and combined with her big bell sleeves it looks like she is wearing a sack. (credit:Getty Images)

Ana Ortiz(36 of202)

This mermaid style dress looks like a bad bridesmaid dress. And the bright hue is a lot given the amount of fabric. (credit:Getty Images)

Vanessa Hudgens(37 of202)

2002 called and they want their dress back. Hudgens' ensemble is dated and quite frankly, a little tacky. (credit:WireImage)

Nicole Richie(38 of202)

We were pretty surprised that Richie made this list given her style chops. But sheer dresses that expose undergarments never make for a successful look. (credit:FilmMagic)

Natalie Portman(39 of202)

Not only does this color completely wash her out but the high neckline and long hemline skew matronly. We wish there had been a slit or something to make it more modern. (credit:Getty Images)

Mía Maestro(40 of202)

If this had been a shorter dress, it wouldn't be on the worst-dressed list. But this pattern, head-to-toe, is making us go cross-eyed. (credit:FilmMagic)

Elle Fanning(41 of202)

Fanning's gown washes her out. Wearing nude is endlessly tricky so selecting the right hue is crucial to avoid throwing off one's complexion. This dress also desperately needs a good steam. (credit:Getty Images)

Marion Cotillard(42 of202)

We love Cotillard's blue coat, but those shorts -- we are shielding our eyes! The fit and length are unflattering and look like something a teenage boy might wear to the beach. (credit:Getty Images)

Jena Malone(43 of202)

We've said it once and we'll say it again: We do not enjoy seeing underwear on the red carpet. (credit:Getty Images)

Lea Michele(44 of202)

Something about this dress is bothering us. Maybe it's the combination of the plunging neckline and the high slit (she only needs one, not both), or maybe it's the color. Either way, this is not the "Glee" star's most flattering look. (credit:Getty Images)

Suki Waterhouse(45 of202)

Waterhouse can certainly do better than this. We don't necessarily mind her dress, but it's all wrong when paired with that animal print coat and her hot pink clutch. (credit:WireImage)

Selena Gomez(46 of202)

We know the former Disney star can do better than this. Her ill-fitting jumpsuit isn't doing her any favors. The pants are pooling at the bottom, the top is gaping in the chest area and the material looks flammable. (credit:WireImage)

Jemima Kirke(47 of202)

At this point, we understand that the "Girls" star marches to the beat of her own drum but this oversized black sack is just hanging off of her. (credit:Getty Images)

Cara Delevingne(48 of202)

Did Halloween come early this year? Miss Delevingne appears to be wearing a costume. While she clearly has one of the best bodies in the biz, this is not how she should flaunt it. (credit:Getty Images)

Ciara(49 of202)

This looks like a Kim Kardashian hand-me-down and we're not feeling it. Between the sheer element, the long hemline and the pleating, the singer should have scaled back. (credit:WireImage)

Zendaya Coleman(50 of202)

Unless you're Pharrell, this ain't gonna work. (credit:WireImage)

Julianne Moore(51 of202)

There is nothing sleek or elegant about this gown. It seems weighed down by all the draping, mixed materials and metallic pattern. (credit:Getty Images)

Sarah Jessica Parker(52 of202)

We want to love this dress, but it's just too overwhelming on Parker's petite frame. The loud pattern, mixed with the extremely long hemline and flowy skirt, makes it look like the "Sex and the City" star is drowning in her clothes. (credit:Getty Images)

Morena Baccarin(53 of202)

It's hard to pinpoint exactly what went wrong here. On the runway the dress was stunning, but on the "Homeland" star it seems a little dowdy. The long sleeves combined with the long hemline are reading matronly and even those sheer black panels aren't helping matters. (credit:Getty Images)

Chloe Grace Moretz(54 of202)

Moretz is usually a staple on our best-dressed list, but not this week. Her short frock would have been lovely had she not added that weird black bandeau. It looks like a last-minute addition that is completely throwing off the outfit. (credit:FilmMagic)

Karolina Kurkova(55 of202)

For some reason, this dress reminds us of Big Bird. The world just may not be ready for those sleeves. (credit:WireImage)

Heidi Klum(56 of202)

We're not sure if Klum is wearing a mid-century corset or one of the failed looks from "Project Runway." Either way, that weird stomach contraption doesn't belong on the red carpet. (credit:Getty Images)

Rosario Dawson(57 of202)

This high-fashion dress belongs in an editorial, not in real life. It's so avant-garde and fashion-forward, it is wearing the actress and not the other way around. (credit:Getty Images)

Hilary Duff(58 of202)

Duff took a fashion risk, and it's not paying off. Between the short, strapless leather dress, the cut-out and the metallic ruffle, there's a lot going on. The fit is also odd. This outfit may have been intended for someone with a slightly smaller bust. (credit:Getty Images)

Jennifer Connelly(59 of202)

Leather and lace, a peplum hemline, white shoes and a sheer element is making the ensemble muddled. (credit:Getty Images)

Julianne Hough(60 of202)

Clearly, it was a rough week for the dancer. Though we may be getting on board with the sheer trend, we were never on board with the exposed bra and underwear trend. Come on, Hough. (credit:Getty Images)

Karolina Kurkova(61 of202)

We're not quite sure how the model managed to look frumpy but we can venture a guess. The dress has zero shape and the long hemline isn't helping matters. We also don't love the limp hair and bright yellow pumps. (credit:Getty Images)

Julianne Hough(62 of202)

We understand that Hough is still trying to keep summer alive, but this dress simply isn't working. Between the exposed shoulders, cut-outs and the various straps, there is too much going on. The fit is also off; it appears too tight in the bust and too loose in the midsection. (credit:GC Images)

Kirsten Dunst(63 of202)

Prom meets bridal is never a good look for the red carpet. (credit:Getty Images)

Anna Camp(64 of202)

The "True Blood" star looks like a Disney princess in this dress. Between the overly-sweet color, the ball gown silhouette and her flowing blonde hair, there is nothing that is making her ensemble look appropriate for a 31-year-old actress. (credit:Getty Images)

Judy Greer(65 of202)

Maybe it's the dark print or perhaps it's the matronly cut of the dress, but either way, Greer is aging herself. (credit:WireImage)

Sophia Bush(66 of202)

This dress belongs in Vegas. Maybe if she had gone for a different color, this wouldn't have been so tacky. (credit:Getty Images)

Sandy Powell(67 of202)

Though we admire the costume designer's spunky sense of style, it's just not working here. Everything looks a little bit comical; from the orange hair and shoes to the oversized bow, the ensemble is clownish. (credit:WireImage)

Lena Dunham(68 of202)

There are so many things wrong with Dunham's outfit. First, the dress is ill-fitting -- there is too much excess material around the hips which is making her look bigger than she is. Also, the neckline is too high. She is so covered up in the loose, long dress; a lower neckline would have broken up all the fabric with some skin. And the ankle straps are cutting off her legs and making her appear shorter. (credit:WireImage)

Rita Ora(69 of202)

When it comes to Rita Ora we always know to expect the unexpected but this is a little shocking, even for her. If we were to look past the blinding tin foil color, the dress is still bad -- it hardly does anything for her body. She should have picked something that cinched in higher at the waist or a shift dress rather than a drop waist silhouette. (credit:Getty Images)

Rosario Dawson(70 of202)

Black leather and lace is usually a winning combination, but the fit of Dawson's dress is a little snug. Had she gone up a size or two, this would have been a much more flattering outfit. (credit:Getty Images)

Kate Mara(71 of202)

This dress looks like it belongs on a Disney princess, not on one of Hollywood's most fashionable leading ladies. The color and the embellishment don't fit with Mara's style sensibilities. (credit:Getty Images)

Tyra Banks(72 of202)

This dress looks sharp -- literally. It could easily take someone's eye out. We can also see her bra, which is always a red carpet no-no. Let's file this under "what was she thinking?". (credit:Getty Images)

Kendall Jenner(73 of202)

Between the cowl neck and the sheer panels on the pants, this outfit just doesn't work. The model is also far too pretty to be wearing so much makeup. (credit:FilmMagic)

Rita Ora(74 of202)

Well this is a '90s trend we didn't want to come back. Ora looks like a cross between TLC and "I Dream of Jeannie." (credit:Getty Images)

Hailee Steinfeld(75 of202)

Not only is this dress all wrong for the Teen Choice Awards but it doesn't translate off the runway. (credit:WireImage)

Ashley Benson(76 of202)

Benson's romper seems to be pulling in the crotch which looks wildly uncomfortable and also unflattering. The fabric is very wrinkled, the extremely plunging neckline that practically reveals her belly button is too low and that sagging bow isn't helping matters. (credit:Getty Images)

Victoria Justice(77 of202)

This entire outfit is problematic. The dress is too busy with the open-back, criss-cross straps and exposed skin. The hair and makeup do not jive with the boho vibe. (credit:Getty Images)

Zendaya Coleman(78 of202)

Though we love animal print and we love thigh-high boots, we have to admit that they're not the best combination to wear on the red carpet. Coleman looks like she is dressing up for Halloween. She should have chosen only one statement-making item, not two. (credit:WireImage)

Jena Malone(79 of202)

Had Malone chosen to wear a slip under this dress, it could have been so pretty. But the fact that we are seeing her underwear on the red carpet makes this look more appropriate for the beach (or the bedroom). (credit:Getty Images)

Christina Hendricks(80 of202)

Hendricks' silk taffeta dress doesn't fit her well -- it looks like it's pulling across the bust area and too roomy through the hips. The color combination is also a little off -- we wish she had picked richer hues to complement her fierce red locks. (credit:WireImage)

Ali Larter(81 of202)

Well this looks like a nightgown. If the dress was shorter and made of a different fabric it would have been much more successful. (credit:Getty Images)

Katie Holmes(82 of202)

This is one holm-ly looking outfit. Yes, the actress' pants need to be properly tailored, but it's the top that really hurts the ensemble. She shouldn't have picked a shirt with an asymmetrical neckline, ruffles and a sheer element. (credit:Getty Images)

Aubrey Plaza (83 of202)

This is a whole lotta look. The print on Plaza's dress is totally overwhelming, especially since the frock also featured a square neckline, black sleeves and white bands around her waist. (credit:Getty Images)

Heidi Klum(84 of202)

The fabric of the dress really kills it for us. It looks like a cheap wedding dress that is highly flammable. A white dress without a sheen would have been much more successful. (credit:WireImage)

Jada Pinkett Smith(85 of202)

Smith is showing a lot of skin with her exposed midriff, cleavage and cut-out skirt. She should have just picked one area to flaunt. The ensemble looks like it belongs in the bedroom, not on the red carpet. (credit:Getty Images)

Jessica Alba(86 of202)

This is a case of too much at once. Alba almost got it right, but she failed below the belt. The busy, printed midi skirt with the mesh panelling is competing with those tasseled heels. But we do admit, the background of the photo isn't helping matters. (credit:FilmMagic)

Elle Fanning(87 of202)

Everyone can wear every color, but not every shade of every color. And this shade of neon pink is jarring on Fanning's fair complexion. We wish she had gone for a different hue or at least broken it up with different shoes. (credit:Getty Images)

Edy Ganem(88 of202)

Woah, there is a lot going on here. The "Devious Maids" star tried to combine too many trends at once. Between the ruffle detail on her top, the lace, the feathers and the gold beading, it's overkill. (credit:WireImage)

Maggie Gyllenhaal(89 of202)

Here, Gyllenhaal picked a nude tone that is blending into her skin and doing nothing for her complexion. Had she picked a slightly darker color it would have really popped. Those black shoes are also too heavy with the jumpsuit. (credit:Getty Images)

Zoe Kazan(90 of202)

The top and the bottom of this dress don't look like they belong together. The upper half is a different fabric and has a fashion-forward feel, while the shiny skirt looks like a prom dress gone wrong. (credit:WireImage)

Lily Rabe(91 of202)

The "American Horror Story" star picked a bad color. This top and skirt combo is blending together, the fabric is bizarre and the length is awkward. It should have been slightly longer or shorter for a more flattering effect. (credit:FilmMagic)

Aubrey Plaza(92 of202)

First of all, velvet in the middle of July? That makes zero sense to us. Then, Plaza went and paired it with a white ruffle collar which makes it look like she is starring in a Shakespeare play. The ruffle detail needed to be worn with a more modern dress to bring the outfit into the 21st century. (credit:FilmMagic)

Rachel McAdams(93 of202)

The actress' one-shouldered, printed dress with extra volume at the hip has too many competing elements. McAdams should have scaled back with a sleeker silhouette. (credit:Getty Images)

Nicole Richie(94 of202)

The top half of this dress is absolutely stunning, but the bottom half is another story. The black sequins are so intricate and beautiful, making the sheer skirt unnecessary. We're sick of seeing people's underwear on the red carpet. (credit:WireImage)

Rita Ora(95 of202)

Seriously, when will this sheer trend die? (credit:GC Images)

Cameron Diaz(96 of202)

Diaz's dress isn't horribly offensive, but the fit could be much better. It kind of looks like she is wearing a sack. (credit:FilmMagic)

Tara Reid(97 of202)

It looks like her dress went through a shredder. The multi-colored pattern, asymmetrical hemline and sheer panels are not working. (credit:FilmMagic)

Debra Messing(98 of202)

This dress actually isn't that bad, but the fact that she carried the blue hue down to her shoes is a bit much. Though we normally love monochromatic outfits, head-to-toe cobalt is a little harsh on the eyes. (credit:Getty Images)

Vivica A. Fox(99 of202)

A shiny and metallic black jumpsuit with a chain belt -- just no. (credit:Getty Images)

Kristen Stewart(100 of202)

This is one rough look with the Aladdin pants, granny panties, crop top, and questionable hair color. (credit:WireImage)

Lea Seydoux(101 of202)

Seydoux stuns on every red carpet but this head-to-toe beige ensemble is washing her out. (credit:GC Images)

Alexa Chung(102 of202)

Though we applaud Chung for taking a step outside of her tomboy comfort zone, this outfit misses the mark. The black and red contrast is quite stark, and her accessories appear too heavy to pair with the light satin dress. (credit:GC Images)

Nina Dobrev(103 of202)

Those fringe epaulettes are just weird, and don't get us started on the buttons. (credit:GC Images)

Nieves Alvarez(104 of202)

The jumpsuit, with the very bizarre gold fringe, looks like it belongs on the Star Trek Enterprise. (credit:French Select via Getty Images)

Kate Hudson(105 of202)

Ignoring the shower bun for a second, this onesie is still pretty unfortunate. The huge flower is odd and the embellished pattern is making us a little dizzy. (credit:WireImage)

Eva Longoria(106 of202)

Just when we thought Longoria was on a winning streak, she goes and wears this. First of all, it's about nine hundred degrees outside, so she must be boiling hot in this leather number. And secondly, a leather dress is enough of a statement on its own, there is no need to add ruffles and bows and exaggerated sleeves. (credit:Getty Images)

Deborah Ann Woll(107 of202)

The "True Blood" actress actually picked a great silhouette for her body, but the weird brown band around her midsection makes it look like they ran out of fabric to finish the dress. Not to mention the fact that the earthy color palette seem a little dull for summer. (credit:Getty Images)

Rosamund Pike(108 of202)

Pike's dress isn't great, but it's the super casual mesh jacket that she is wearing over top that is making us scratch our heads. (credit:Getty Images)

Jessica Alba(109 of202)

This color is making Alba's skin look orange. (credit:Getty Images)

Kaley Cuoco(110 of202)

If you're able to make it past the Kate Gosselin hair, this outfit is almost equally as egregious. Though the matching top and pant combo is all the rage right now, this particular set is just plain ugly. The texture is bizarre and the cut of the top is unflattering. (credit:Getty Images)

Chloe Grace Moretz(111 of202)

How did our favorite fashionista end up on this list? Well, it's probably because of the weird harness details on her dress. Unless she is preparing to do a stunt, we're not having it. (credit:Getty Images)

Laura Vandervoort(112 of202)

Is it just us, or does this look a little like a figure skating costume? (credit:Getty Images)

Mel B(113 of202)

Well that's one short skirt. One wrong move and we would get an eye full. And even if we were willing to look past the micro mini, the black stretchy top doesn't quite work on the red carpet, it's too casual. (credit:Getty Images)

Angelina Jolie(114 of202)

Jolie often plays it so safe that she neither lands on the best nor the worst-dressed list, but this week her garbage bag-esque gown left us speechless. Not only is the fabric terrible, but the gathering at the hip just makes matters worse. (credit:Getty Images)

Emily Blunt (115 of202)

Between the leather, the sheer panels, the mock neck and the crop top, there is way too much going on here. (credit:Getty Images)

Milla Jovovich(116 of202)

The bottom of Jovovich's dress looks like a papier mache project of a second grader. (credit:AFP/Getty Images)

Kristen Stewart(117 of202)

We totally support a girl's decision not to wear heels, but sneakers don't work in every life situation -- namely at a dinner party where other people are wearing tuxedos. We wish Stewart had opted from some cute flats and possibly a top that didn't wash her out so much. (credit:Getty Images)

Marion Cotillard(118 of202)

This dress is very "Little House on the Prairie" with the frumpy silhouette and the turtleneck. On the runway, the gown was shown unlined, which was much prettier and didn't look so dowdy. But of course, in real life this needs a slip. This is an outfit that is best left to the catwalk. (credit:WireImage)

Paz Vega(119 of202)

The "Grace of Monaco" star could have looked so pretty had she not worn that ginormous bow on her gown. Less is more, Vega. (credit:Getty Images)

Naomi Campbell (120 of202)

Did Campbell's dress go through a shredder? That would be the only explanation. (credit:Getty Images)

Lara Stone(121 of202)

Who knew Stone was moonlighting as a belly dancer? (credit:Getty Images)

Dakota Fanning(122 of202)

Mo' feathers, mo' problems. (credit:Getty Images)

Karlie Kloss (123 of202)

We're not sure what was going through the supermodel's head when she got dressed, but this lacey, sheer, dramatic dress is so bizarre, we're not even sure what to say. (credit:Getty Images)

Fan Bingbing(124 of202)

This is what it looks like when florals go wrong. This gown was clearly meant for someone who is a bit taller, because it is pooling on the ground and totally overpowering her small frame. A trip to the tailor would have done her wonders. (credit:Getty Images)

Zhang Ziyi(125 of202)

This space-age dress belongs in the future. We're not ready for it yet. (credit:FilmMagic)

Freida Pinto(126 of202)

We understand the urge to go all out at a Chanel show, but this looks like a costume. A bad costume with one too many ruffles. On the plus side, Pinto can dress up as a flamenco dancer next Halloween. (credit:Getty Images)

Krysten Ritter(127 of202)

The print and the volume at the bottom of the dress isn't doing her any favors -- this gown needs a shorter hemline. (credit:Getty Images)

Lea Michele(128 of202)

This ensemble is better suited for the boudoir. (credit:Getty Images)

Kate Hudson(129 of202)

Hudson usually hits it out of the park, but this ensemble fell short. Between the too-long skirt, and long-sleeved lace top (with her bra showing), it looks like she threw these mismatched pieces together at the last minute. (credit:Getty Images)

Garcelle Beauvais(130 of202)

Though we appreciate the fact that Beauvais is wearing high street (her top is from Zara), those pants are all kinds of unflattering. The leg is too wide and the pant sits too high on her stomach, creating unnecessary bulk. She also didn't need white shoes -- there is already enough white fabric going on. (credit:FilmMagic)

Maggie Gyllenhaal(131 of202)

Gyllenhaal is 2-for-2 this week. Not only was her Met Gala dress a bust, but her after-party look wasn't much more successful. She needs to stop wearing printed, long dresses. They look matronly, especially when there is no skin to break up the silhouette. (credit:GC Images)

Kim Raver(132 of202)

We could see this dress on Rooney Mara (in fact, we did see this dress on Rooney Mara,) but somehow on Kim it falls short. She took this look straight from the runway (down to the shoes) and injected none of her own personality into the fashion-forward outfit, which doesn't seem to fit with her style in the first place. (credit:Getty Images)

Eva Green (133 of202)

The bat sleeves and wide-leg trousers are too much fabric; they are engulfing the poor French actress. Some tailoring would have done her a world of good. (credit:WireImage)

Shailene Woodley(134 of202)

This is yet another print that could stand to be broken up. And we wish Woodley would have gone for more delicate shoes, as these are a little heavy for her spring frock. (credit:Getty Images)

Marion Cotillard(135 of202)

She needs a belt or something to cinch in at her waist, as this maxi dress just looks like a sparkly tent. (credit:Getty Images)

Lily Allen(136 of202)

This look may have worked on the runway, but we wish that Allen hadn't opted to wear the jacket over the dress, it makes it too matchy-matchy. (credit:GC Images)

Jessie J(137 of202)

You may want to consult Rihanna next time you try the pajama trend, Jessi J, as this literally just looks like you're wearing your PJs. And no, those gold wedges aren't helping matters. (credit:WireImage)

Rita Ora(138 of202)

We've said it once and we'll say it again, tailoring is key. Ora's white suit looks so sloppy and it also seems as though she forgot to do up a few buttons on her shirt. (credit:NBU via Getty Images)

Lizzy Caplan(139 of202)

We can only imagine what Regina George would have said about this ensemble. In theory, this dress is kind of cool, but in practice it comes off a little DIY. (credit:FilmMagic)

Hailee Steinfeld(140 of202)

This is one tough dress to pull off with all the velvet and the asymmetrical neckline. The frock is just swallowing up the "3 Days to Kill" star and that pink clutch has got to go. (credit:Getty Images)

Priyanka Chopra(141 of202)

This ensemble belongs on a Vegas showgirl. (credit:WireImage)

Kate Upton(142 of202)

Welcome to Frump City, population one. Upton is one of the most stunning ladies in Hollywood but this billowy blouse and ill-fitting trousers are doing nothing for her body. Had she gone for a pair of straight leg pants, a more fitted top and no necktie, this would have been a much more successful outfit. (credit:GC Images)

Debra Messing(143 of202)

Messing needs to learn about a little something called over-styling. This dress is a statement on its on and doesn't need chunky earrings, gold cuffs and T-strap black heels. All of her accessories are simply overwhelming her small frame. (credit:Getty Images)

Rumer Willis (144 of202)

Crop tops are very trendy right now, but you have to know how to bare your midriff. Willis is leaving too little to the imagination in this cut-out outfit. (credit:Getty Images)

Katie Cassidy(145 of202)

This dress looks like an optical illusion gone wrong. Between the one-shoulder gown and the extra fabric (and volume) on her hips, our head is spinning. (credit:Getty Images)

Kat Graham (146 of202)

This is another case of a busy ensemble. The loud color palette is bold enough by itself, so when you add a bizarre print and a high-slit, the outfit just becomes muddled. (credit:Getty Images)

Meta Golding(147 of202)

This frock looks like a bad '70s couch with the print, fabric and neck tie. (credit:Getty Images)

Mischa Barton(148 of202)

We're all for a low neckline, but this one looks like a wardrobe malfunction waiting to happen. It is plunging to the point that it looks like they ran out of material to complete the gown and instead had to use an illusion panel. (credit:Getty Images)

Zendaya Coleman(149 of202)

A plaid suit is a statement on its own, so there is no need to add a crop top, oversized jewelry, wide-brim hat and purple heels. (credit:Getty Images)

Zosia Mamet (150 of202)

This outfit is terrible, but it's hard to pinpoint exactly what went wrong, as separately, many of these pieces could have worked. Her red leather jacket and combat boots are too heavy with her paisley printed jeans, and that black sweater is the wrong color palette for her spring look. Don't even get us started on that hat. It is definitely doesn't make us "happy." (credit:Getty Images)

Rita Ora(151 of202)

We are never fans of outfits that require us to get a bikini wax beforehand. (credit:GC Images)

Rosario Dawson (152 of202)

This color is washing Dawson out. But even if we ignore the unflattering beige hue for a minute, the fit of her jumpsuit isn't great and looks like it could use a good steam. (credit:FilmMagic)

Gwendoline Christie(153 of202)

The black satin detail at her hip is bizarre, it looks like it was extra material that was meant to be cut off before the "Game of Thrones" star stepped onto the red carpet. (credit:Getty Images)

Emma Stone(154 of202)

There are a lot of things that are wrong with this ensemble. Her white slip is distracting against the stripes on her dress and the lace hemline, while her yellow pumps are too harsh for this delicate outfit. Her hair and makeup could also use a little attention. (credit:Getty Images)

Zoe Kravitz (155 of202)

This looks very bridal. White satin and lace is never a good call unless you're walking down the aisle. (credit:WireImage)

Shailene Woodley(156 of202)

We know Woodley can do better than this. Her bronze dress is just ugly. The color is doing nothing for the actress' complexion, the silhouette skews a little Greek goddess, but we have to admit, the hair and makeup are perfection. (credit:WireImage)

Tia Mowry (157 of202)

This dress has too many things going on. The asymmetrical neckline, high slit and printed skirt are begging to be scaled back a little. She could have also used a few more inches on that hemline. (credit:WireImage)

Krysten Ritter(158 of202)

We're not going to lie, this dress is tacky. The print is doing nothing for her, and we wish she would try out a new silhouette. (credit:Getty Images)

Kristen Bell (159 of202)

Clearly, it wasn't Kristen's week. The problem with this outfit is in the proportions. The length of the dress is shortening the petite actress' legs, the sleeves are too long and the crop top needs to hit a bit lower, at her most narrow part, to be the most flattering. (credit:Getty Images)

Kristen Bell (160 of202)

Bell is such a pretty actress, but this look is too goth for our liking. Between the black sheer overlay on her shapeless dress to her chunky pumps and that dark, heavy eye makeup, she needs to brighten up. (credit:Getty Images)

Isabelle Fuhrman(161 of202)

The "Hunger Games" star is wearing one bizarre jumpsuit. The illusion panel up top competes with the speckled slacks, while the strap on her heels is disrupting the long, lean line of her pants. A strappier shoe would have done wonders for this ensemble. (credit:Getty Images)

Dita Von Teese(162 of202)

Von Teese's dress itself is actually kind of pretty, but with the gloves it skews a little costumey. (credit:WireImage)

Jessica White(163 of202)

We imagine that this is what Janet Jackson's Halloween costume might look like. (credit:Getty Images)

Olivia Palermo (164 of202)

The fashionista rarely gets it wrong, but for some reason this dress looks a little like she is cloaked in wet seaweed. The leather and lace combination just isn't working. (credit:Getty Images)

Jessica White(165 of202)

If you forget her tent-like white shirt for a minute, you're still left with horrible pants-cum-boots. That print is way too ugly to be all over her legs. (credit:FilmMagic)

Sally Hawkins(166 of202)

This dress is all kinds of wrong. Not only is the print too much head-to-toe, but the matching purse is making her look like an extra from "Little House on the Prairie." (credit:WireImage)

Debby Ryan(167 of202)

Yes, you can wear too many tiers at once. Ryan's gown could have used a little scaling back to make it look more sophisticated and less like a wedding cake. And her deep burgundy lipstick is a little harsh for the ensemble. (credit:Getty Images)

Reese Witherspoon(168 of202)

The abstract print, combined with the color-blocking and embellishments are overwhelming the actress' petite frame. (credit:FilmMagic)

Claire Danes(169 of202)

Between the sheer panels, the sparkles and the smoky eye makeup, Danes should have scaled back. (credit:Getty Images)

Julie Bowen(170 of202)

There are some color combos that almost never work, and orange and brown is one of them. This dress is just bizarre on every front. The pattern, the fabric and the silhouette is making us scratch our heads. (credit:WireImage)

Edie Falco(171 of202)

This butterfly print is very juvenile for Falco, especially when worn head-to-toe. We also wish people weren't still wearing mullet style dresses on the red carpet. (credit:WireImage)

Rooney Mara(172 of202)

We usually love Mara's avant-garde fashion sensibilities, but this look is pushing it. The boxy sweater is wildly unflattering and her hair is overly messy for a red carpet appearance. (credit:FilmMagic)

Mayim Bialik(173 of202)

We're not sure which part of the dress is the most offense: the long purple train, the unflattering waist line or the lace detailing. (credit:WireImage)

Malin Akerman(174 of202)

Though this gown is extremely intricate, there is so much hardware, it looks like the dress is literally weighing Akerman down. We wish all the beading was concentrated in one area as opposed to all over. (credit:FilmMagic)

Melissa Rauch(175 of202)

"The Big Bang Theory" star always falls prey to dresses that skew prom. This strapless gown could use a more modern silhouette and way less fabric. The petite actress is being swallowed by her outfit. (credit:WireImage)

Lena Headey(176 of202)

We're going cross-eyed just looking at this dress. There are too many stripes in too many directions. (credit:WireImage)

Zosia Mamet(177 of202)

Zosia should have spent more time picking out the color for her jumpsuit, as this nude hue is hardly flattering. Though we admire her attempt at a monochromatic outfit, it doesn't work because she looks so washed out. (credit:Getty Images)

Tyra Banks(178 of202)

Is that Amy Winehouse? Oh no, it's just Tyra Banks. If the hair isn't enough to land her on the worst-dressed list, then her LBD is -- it looks too much like lingerie for comfort. And the straps on her pumps are cutting her legs off at a bad spot. (credit:WireImage)

Hailee Steinfeld(179 of202)

Although the colors on this dress are great for this time of year, the puffy sleeves and weird embellishment are making for one bizarre ensemble. (credit:Getty Images)

Ashley Madekwe(180 of202)

This dress looks like an optical illusion gone wrong. The abstract print makes you go cross-eyed when worn all over such a large gown. (credit:WireImage)

Ali Larter(181 of202)

Is there a new trend we're not aware of? There is someone on the worst-dressed list every week wearing a tacky '90s prom dress. This green one is especially bad, as the train looks like extra fabric that they forgot to cut off. (credit:FilmMagic)

Cate Blanchett(182 of202)

It looks like Blanchett is wearing curtains. Head-to-toe white silk can look cheap quickly, especially when the fit of the dress is off. Not only does the gown need to be hemmed, but it also needs a good steam. (credit:WireImage)

Evan Rachel Wood(183 of202)

Unless Wood is starring in the sequel to "A Night at the Roxbury," this sparkly outfit is not okay. (credit:FilmMagic)

Kate Bosworth (184 of202)

This lady rarely gets it wrong, but this was a serious flop. There is too much going on in the dress. The black strap, combined with the embellishments and the weird pleated accents, make Bosworth look like a character from "The Little Mermaid." (credit:FilmMagic)

Lea Seydoux(185 of202)

It's nice to see color on the red carpet, but not when it looks like this. The hunter green, orange and lavender clash (in a bad way), while her silk top, bedazzled skirt and suede shoes just make for an even more confusing look. (credit:FilmMagic)

Jessica Chastain (186 of202)

The color of Chastain's dress is simply unflattering. It's too bright and isn't quite the right shade of yellow for her milky complexion. Plus, the shape and the fit of the dress aren't helping matters. (credit:WireImage)

Kristen Wiig (187 of202)

Wiig is usually someone we look to for fashion inspiration, but not this week. The comedian chose a dress that was too busy -- between the loud pattern, sheer sleeves and T-strap shoes, we weren't sure where to look first. (credit:FilmMagic)

Heidi Klum (188 of202)

This is another case of too much skin on the red carpet -- a plunging neckline like this doesn't work on women with bigger breasts. Also the shoulder detail is a little bizarre and competes with the sparkle and print on her gown. (credit:WireImage)

Lindsay Lohan (189 of202)

This fashion-forward dress is pretty spectacular, but Lohan just fades into the background. The short hemline begs for lower heels, as the ones she's wearing are far too sexy. A pair of tights could have also worked to break up all the exposed leg (and maybe keep her warm). (credit:ChinaFotoPress via Getty Images)

Allison Williams (190 of202)

Williams' pale blue dress is pretty, but the floral appliqués and silhouette aren't quite right for the "Girls" actress. This sweet frock would have been much better on a younger star. (credit:FilmMagic)

Marisa Tomei (191 of202)

We're all about the pajama trend, but when wearing the fad on the red carpet, you need to be extra careful. A statement necklace, bolder lip color and styled hairdo would have made it clear that Tomei didn't just roll out of bed. (credit:Getty Images)

Ashley Roberts (192 of202)

This is way too much cleavage for the red carpet, it's distracting for an otherwise pretty dress. (credit:Getty Images)

Cate Blanchett(193 of202)

With a few minor tweaks, this dress could have been a home run. The silver frock paired with the matching jacket is a little much; we wish Blanchett had opted for a topper in a different color or texture. Red shoes would have also been nice to bring out the bold lining on the inside of her dress. (credit:Getty Images)

Melissa Rauch(194 of202)

It looks like "The Big Bang Theory" star wrapped pink bed sheets around herself. Her gown skews '90s prom and that head-to-toe color is blinding. (credit:Getty Images)

Katy Perry(195 of202)

Unless Ms. Perry is trying out for a cheerleading squad, she needs a new look. (credit:WireImage)

Kareena Kapoor Khan(196 of202)

We question the Bollywood actress' choice of wearing this high-collared coat over these baggy pants, as together, they look a little frumpy. Had she chosen a slimmer pant leg, it would have really streamlined the look. (credit:WireImage)

Mischa Barton (197 of202)

Though a black dress is often a safe bet, this one has a poor fit. The baggy sleeves and contrasting fabrics are hardly flattering on the actress and her hair just looks messy. (credit:WireImage)

Macy Gray(198 of202)

Well this is one way to ring in 2014. The feathers at the bottom of Gray's dress are far too costumey for the red carpet, while her very casual jacket doesn't jive with her otherwise fancy look. We also wish she had picked dressier shoes. (credit:WireImage)

Miley Cyrus(199 of202)

Underwear + cowboy boots + way too much fur = Overkill. (credit:Getty Images)

Juliette Lewis(200 of202)

This looks like a prom dress gone wrong. There is far too much black tulle at the bottom of the skirt and her decision to wear head-to-toe purple satin and a sparkly headband made the ensemble even more juvenile. (credit:FilmMagic)

Paris Hilton (201 of202)

S&M-inspired outfits NEVER look good on the red carpet. (credit:FilmMagic)

Miley Cyrus(202 of202)

It was clearly a rough week for Miley. This outfit wasn't any better than her fur coat ensemble. The flesh-colored crop top, paired with her mini skirt, made the singer too exposed. It's never smart to show lots of leg and your midriff. (credit:WireImage)

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