A host of Hollywood stars rose to the occasion as they took to the red carpet at the Hilton Hotel in Washington DC for the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner.

 Charlize Theron opted for a 'faux-nude' look with a lacy gown by Emilo Pucci paired with a fine, flesh-coloured slip underneath.

 'Homeland' star Claire Danes channelled old Hollywood glamour in a cream gown by Vivienne Westwood.

 Teenage actress Dakota Fanning sparkled in Prada.

 Elle 'The Body' Macpherson showed off a flash of her famous legs in a gown by Romona Keveza.

 Actress Ginnifer Goodwin eschewed catwalk luxe for a design from high street retailer H&M's Red Carpet Conscious Collection made from organic silk and cotton with a voluminous skirting of pleated ruffles.

 Kate Hudson dazzled in a sequin-embellished gown by British designer Jenny Packham.

 American First Lady, Michelle Obama showed off her toned décolletage in a strapless gown by Naeem Khan.

 Hollywood stylist Rachel Zoe wore a pretty netted gown by Italian couture house Valentino

 A pregnant Reese Witherspoon concealed her baby bump with a flattering black gown by Monique Lhuillier.

'New Girl' actress Zooey Deschanel effortlessly paired her flower-embellished Oscar de la Renta frock with a head of gently tousled and tumbling locks swept to one side.

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Celebrity red carpet transformations - 2

It's amazing what a couple of hours in hair and make-up can do for these normally low maintenance stars.

 

JESSICA BIEL
Actress and fiance of Justin Timberlake, Jessica Biel keeps it casual with no make-up and jeans, making her glamour all the more impressive when she steps onto the red carpet.

 

RIHANNA
Usually spied wearing crop tops, bikinis and batty-riders, Rihanna knows how to pull it out of the bag at the most important moments, be it in sultry Stella Mccartney or fuschia Marchesa.

 

KRISTEN STEWART
The 'Twilight' star's approach to style when off-duty is 'low key' at best, with go-to pieces being jeans and a tatty looking T-shirt, but give her a red carpet and she'll dig out the designers, flashing the leg and glossing her hair with the very best of them.

 

JESSIE J
Always one with a flare for the dramatic, Jessie J knows how to vamp it up for the right occasion.

 

JENNIFER LAWRENCE
Girl-next-door turns silver screen siren: 'Hunger Games' star Jennifer Lawrence has peddled out everyone from Marchesa and Prabal Gurung, to Victoria Beckham on her promotional red carpet world tour.

DREW BARRYMORE
From relaxed jeans to floor-length gowns, Drew Barrymore maintains her air of cool wherever she goes.

KATE HUDSON
Down to earth Kate Hudson's red carpet transformation has got to be one of the best, from incognito actress to blonde bombshell.

JENNIFER GARNER
Jennifer Garner's 'soccer mom' style boils down to 'jeans with anything' and not much else, but get her to a film premiere and she's grown up polish all the way.

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People's Choice Awards - Kate Hudson

The stunning Kate Hudson took home the people's choice award Wednesday night for favorite leading lady. The Bride Wars actress was late for the show at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, but still managed to look amazing in he blue, one shouldered dress.

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Kate And Anne Attend Bride Wars Premiere

Kate Hudson and Anne Hathaway looked like best friends at the premiere of their new flick Bride Wars. Kate dressed the part of the bride with her white strapless gown with black detailing, while Anne took on the role of the groom in a tailored black pant suit.

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Celebs Act Like Pin-Up Girls

Photographer, Timothy White, has photographed many celebrities for his new book, Hollywood Pin-Ups. Celebs were eager to take their clothes off and pose 1940's style for the camera. Even 62 year old actress, Susan Sarandon posed with just a red boa and a pair of fishnets! Other celebs in the book are Kate Hudson, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, and Lauren Graham. All proceeds from the book go to Oxfam Charity.

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Kate Hudson in People's 100 Most Beautiful People Issue

Actress Kate Hudson was declared most beautiful in People Magazine's annual 100 Most Beautiful People issue. She topped the list that included Eva Longoria, Jessica Alba and Demi Moore's fledgling actress daughter, Rumer Willis.

What's next for Hudson? The hippie chic blonde is helping the world go green with the upcoming launch of her new eco-friendly haircare line that she created with her stylist David Babaii called "David Babaii for WildAid."

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Kate Hudson Does British Elle

Kate Hudson will appear on the cover of British Elle magazine for the April issue. The 'Fools Gold' actress is the perfect choice for the cover since Elle choose her as the winner for their Elle UK Style awards this year. The actress is wearing a Dolce & Gabbana dress on the cover, and inside she is wearing Miu Miu.

Hudson talks to the magazine about her relationships, staying in shape, fashion and her family.

Kate's issues on fashion: "I love clothes! But I would never put something on just because it's high fashion. . . I like people to have personal style. . . I'm not into the trampy look. I like to mismatch. I like a look that is not too thought out!"

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Kate Hudson Rocks the Red Carpet

The Movies Rock event at the Kodak Theatre earlier this week was an IT spot for celebrities wearing amazing designer fashion.

Kate Hudson was the one to look out for, wearing her spring 2008 Gucci, black, strapless mini dress. Kate matched the dress with opaque tights and black patent pumps. Kate's accessories made the outfit, she wore a Frank Gehry collection bracelet from Tiffany's and carried a bright red envelope clutch with matching red nail polish.

The small splash of red is something to add to your own holiday dresses this season. Look for small clutches in bright colours to match with your monochrome look.

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Stars Love Their White Fur Coats

Celebs are warming up those chilly nights with plush, white fur coats. Nothing completes the snowbunny look more than these sumptuous toppers - nothing says ice princess glam like immaculate white fur (we prefer faux).

While these celebs may or may not be prancing around in real fur (depends on where they stand on the issue), whatever their origin, these coats are just too pretty.

White looks stunning over glamorous evening dresses and can make a huge statement with jeans. Save this look for special occasions.

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