Gowns aren’t the only game in town; lately A-listers have been showing off their stems in the skimpiest of skirts. Mischa Barton bared her legs in a Versace mini that's as sexy as it is sophisticated. “No one can pull off a minidress like Mischa,” stylist Rachel Zoe has said of her actress client. Sleeves and a defined waist spotlight legs while serving as a reminder of womanly curves. According to Zoe, “simple hair and makeup” is the secret to pulling off a lot of leg, so opt for a fuss-free 'do for a winning look.

—Betony Toht