2012 Oscars: What All the Stars Wore

Celebrity Style February 26, 2012 AT 8:29PM By Ariana Finlayson

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Sunday's Academy Awards marked the biggest night of the year in Hollywood -- and both newcomers and veterans pulled out all the stops for their evening wear when they arrived at the Hollywood & Highland Center in Hollywood.

SEE US WEEKLY'S PHOTO GALLERY OF WHAT ALL THE STARS WORE AT THE 2012 OSCARS

But two red carpet rookies in particular stood out: Jessica Chastain and Rooney Mara.

Chastain, who received a nod for Best Supporting Actress for her role in The Help, sparkled in a black and gold Alexander McQueen gown teamed with a whopping $2 million worth of Harry Winston jewels.

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Meanwhile Mara, who starred in The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, surprised everyone when she ditched her usual black attire and stepped out in a white, fashion-forward Givenchy number.

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Click here to see what other celebs like Gwyneth Paltrow, Cameron Diaz, Michelle Williams, Jennifer Lopez and more wore at the 2012 Oscars.

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