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Home • Fashion

Top 10: The Week's Best-Dressed, 10-19-2012

Swanky starlets lit up the red carpet this week in envy-worthy ensembles. Check out who topped the list!
By Celia L. Smith · Updated October 28, 2020
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#10: Chanel Iman

Where: The God’s Love We Deliver 2012 Golden Heart Awards Celebration at Cunard Building in New York City.

Why: Chanel Iman is Michael Kors’ golden girl. The designer outfitted the young supermodel in a fierce metallic brocade cocktail dress — a wonderful homage to Kors, who was honored for his philanthropic work at the event. Get the look!

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#9: Alek Wek

Where: American Ballet Theatre Opening Night Fall 2012 New York City Center Gala in New York City.

Why: It’s hard not to look amazing when you’re this beautiful! The supermodel confirms our point standing gorgeously statuesque in a black velvet column gown. Get the look!

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#8: Naomie Harris

Where: The Skyfall cast photo call in New York City.

Why: At first glance this Mario Schwab dress looks like a classic LBD, but look closely at the sleek curved neckline and sexy high hem, and this dress is quite a stunner. Her accessories — a bird motif necklace and killer Camila Skovgard heels — are just as much of a statement. Get the look!

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#7: Carmen Ejogo

Where: The Los Angeles premiere of Alex Cross.

Why: This Fall 2012 Etro runway look is just as fab on starlet Carmen Ejogo as it was when Joan Smalls strutted the runway in it. Who knew paisley prints and peplums could look so fab together? Get the look!

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#6: Octavia Spencer

Where: ELLE’s 19th Annual Women in Hollywood Celebration at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills.

Why: Tadashi Shoji’s darling muse, Octavia Spencer, gives another one of his exquisitely designed dresses a spin and looks incredible. The hunter green hue is rich for fall while the lace adds a delicate touch. Get the look!

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#5: Solange Knowles

Where: The American Ballet Theatre Opening Night Fall New York City Center Gala in New York.

Why: Solange is a style chameleon— you just never know what you’re going to get. But one thing is for certain, it’s going to be something fabulous, like this sweet Dolce & Gabbana dress and bedazzled pumps. What a lovely look. Get the look!

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#4: Michelle Obama

Where: A town hall style presidential debate at Hofstra University in Hempstead, New York.

Why: The First Lady is serving both sass and class in this hot pink Michael Kors dress. We’re proud to say that she represents our country in style. Get the look!

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#3: Naomi Campbell

Where: The presentation of the new Capital Group skyscraper development project “OKO” in Moscow, Russia.

Why: It’s rare that we get a sighting of the supermodel these days, so we’re enjoying every detail of this fashionista’s ensemble. And in true Naomi fashion, she brings the drama — a lush fur bolero, ruffled Azzedine Alaia frock and towering platform sandals. Get the look!

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#2: Danai Gurira

Where: At ELLE’s 19th Annual Women in Hollywood Celebration at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills.

Why: From the front, we thought Danai Gurira looked absolutely stunning in this white Kimberly Ovitz bodycon, but when she turned around it got even better. The color, cut-out details and fuchsia suede pumps are simply smokin’! Get the look!

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#1: Viola Davis

Where: ELLE’s 19th Annual Women in Hollywood Celebration at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills.

Why: The actress looked ultra chic in this stark white, minimalist style dress. The hanging earrings and sparkling clutch make the perfect subtle statement, but it’s her blue suede Mary Jane’s that we’re swooning over. A winning look in our book! Get the look!

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