Exclusive! Get a Behind-the-Scenes Peek at How Kristen Bell Got Ready For the 2014 Oscars

“Frozen has been such a success it felt natural to pay homage," Bell's stylist, Nicole Chavez, tells InStyle of the inspiration behind Bell’s ensemble. - Courtesy

Fit For A Winter Queen

“Frozen has been such a success it felt natural to pay homage," Bell's stylist, Nicole Chavez, tells InStyle of the inspiration behind Bell’s ensemble. Courtesy

Bell's Roberto Cavalli gown was selected for its winter-feel and exquisite detailing. - Courtesy

Fitting Details

Bell's Roberto Cavalli gown was selected for its winter-feel and exquisite detailing. Courtesy

A multitude of clutches were on-hand at Bell’s fitting for her choosing. - Courtesy

Clutches Everywhere

A multitude of clutches were on-hand at Bell’s fitting for her choosing. Courtesy

Shoes in a variety of pale hues were considered at Bell's fitting. "I was looking for delicate cool tones. Ice, winter, and snow were all a source of inspiration," Chavez says. - Courtesy Photo

Heels! Heels! Heels!

Shoes in a variety of pale hues were considered at Bell's fitting. "I was looking for delicate cool tones. Ice, winter, and snow were all a source of inspiration," Chavez says. Courtesy Photo

Dazzling jewels by Piaget were on-hand to complete Bell's look. - Courtesy Photo

The Jewels

Dazzling jewels by Piaget were on-hand to complete Bell's look. Courtesy Photo

These two Piaget sparklers were considered for Bell's neckwear, and ultimately the diamond wreath on the right was chosen. - Courtesy Photo

Diamonds and Gems Galore

These two Piaget sparklers were considered for Bell's neckwear, and ultimately the diamond wreath on the right was chosen. Courtesy Photo

"The Piaget wreath necklace is an exquisite piece of jewelry that complemented the handed beaded bodice (of her dress) beautifully," Chavez states. - Courtesy Photo

The Final Choice

"The Piaget wreath necklace is an exquisite piece of jewelry that complemented the handed beaded bodice (of her dress) beautifully," Chavez states. Courtesy Photo

"The Brian Atwood heels were custom dyed to match," Chavez says. - Courtesy Photo

The Shoes

"The Brian Atwood heels were custom dyed to match," Chavez says. Courtesy Photo

"I adore the bow detail on the Ferragamo clutch," Chavez says. We got a peek at what filled Bell's bag on Oscar night: the star's drivers license and phone, powder and puff, kleenex, lipstick, lip liner, and bobby pins for any necessary beauty touch-ups. - Courtesy Photo

What's In Her Clutch?

"I adore the bow detail on the Ferragamo clutch," Chavez says. We got a peek at what filled Bell's bag on Oscar night: the star's drivers license and phone, powder and puff, kleenex, lipstick, lip liner, and bobby pins for any necessary beauty touch-ups. Courtesy Photo

"I envisioned a wow moment for her but it was important for the dress not to be too dramatic and overpower her petite frame," Chavez says of the Roberto Cavalli gown she selected for Bell. - Courtesy Photo

The Gown

"I envisioned a wow moment for her but it was important for the dress not to be too dramatic and overpower her petite frame," Chavez says of the Roberto Cavalli gown she selected for Bell. Courtesy Photo

Bell is almost ready to hit the red carpet. - Courtesy Photo

Final Touches

Bell is almost ready to hit the red carpet. Courtesy Photo

Chavez adds sparkle to Bell’s look with a Piaget necklace. - Courtesy

Bell Is Adorned In Jewels

Chavez adds sparkle to Bell’s look with a Piaget necklace. Courtesy

Bell, with Chavez, in her completed look, ready for the 86th Academy Awards. - Courtesy Photo

Stylist Nicole Chavez and Kristen Bell

Bell, with Chavez, in her completed look, ready for the 86th Academy Awards. Courtesy Photo

Bell and her husband, Dax Shepard, make their way out the door. - Courtesy Photo

A View from the Back

Bell and her husband, Dax Shepard, make their way out the door. Courtesy Photo

Bell is ready to make her appearance at Hollywood's biggest night of the year. - Courtesy Photo

Off to the Oscars!

Bell is ready to make her appearance at Hollywood's biggest night of the year. Courtesy Photo

Bell posing on the red carpet at the 86th Academy Awards in her Roberto Cavalli gown and Piaget jewels. "I am so proud of the success of Frozen that I wanted a gown that reflected the winter feel of the movie," Bell tell InStyle. - Jason Merritt/Getty Images

At the Oscars

Bell posing on the red carpet at the 86th Academy Awards in her Roberto Cavalli gown and Piaget jewels. "I am so proud of the success of Frozen that I wanted a gown that reflected the winter feel of the movie," Bell tell InStyle. Jason Merritt/Getty Images