Top Trend: Yellow Dresses

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Updated Dec 05, 2007 @ 11:55 am
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Top Trend: Yellow Dresses

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Reese Witherspoon

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When Reese Witherspoon hit the red carpet at the Golden Globes in this canary-yellow Nina Ricci dress and fresh hairstyle, she announced her new image. Likewise, it established this sunny hue as the unexpected color of the year, regardless of the season.

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Angelina Jolie

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Yes, the Chopard diamonds were lovely-but how refreshing to see Angelina Jolie in a bright lemon confection from Ungaro.

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Jessica Alba

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Yigal Azrouel designed this strapless bubble dress, which was a marvelous choice by the actress for a summertime event with the year's uber-popular wedge sandal.

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Kate Hudson

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The silver accents on this lemon one-shoulder cut by John Galliano for Dior created a modern take on a traditional sari.

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Penelope Cruz

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This Michael Kors mini looked sweet and sassy, especially with the addition of pockets.

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Eva Longoria Parker

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The beauty of yellow: it strikes a playful chord and looks great with equally eye-popping shoes, which is how Eva Longoria Parker wore her mini by Gustavo Cadile.

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Kerry Washington

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Oscar de la Renta designed a stunning play on floral by leaving the foliage black and white to dramatically bloom against the yellow canvas.

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Eva Mendes

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Yellow doesn't just have to be short and fun, as proven by this Dolce & Gabbana gown worn by Eva Mendes. A long, flowing dress can be dramatically glamorous and sophisticated.

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Diane Kruger

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When accessorizing, black may be basic, but it also works well with a bold daffodil frock, like this by Tommy Hilfiger.

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Maria Menounos

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This Alice + Olivia dress combines elements to create the perfect girlie dress: short bubble hem, empire waist and playful bright yellow color.

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