Best Red Carpet Gowns of 2009

2009 was a year of highs and lows. But despite tough economic times and sobering events, glamour in Hollywood reigned supreme. Check out our picks for the best gowns of the year.

Kate Winslet was one of the most talked about stars during the 2009 awards season. Here, it is for good reason, as she channeled old Hollywood in YSL Atelier at the Oscars. (Source: AP)

Winslet also hit a high note with a sexy form-fitting Narciso Rodriguez gown at the SAG Awards. (Source: Reuters)

Freida Pinto wowed in blue John Galliano at the 2009 Oscars. (Source: AP)

Olivia Wilde showed she has some serious style chops in Reem Acra at the Golden Globe Awards. (Source: AP)

Jennifer Nettles dazzled in navy Temperly London at the CMA Awards. (Source: Reuters)

Taraji P. Henson wore a stunning strapless Roberto Cavalli gown to the 2009 Oscars.

Eva Mendes looked stunning and glamorous in a white Dior at the Golden Globes. (Source: Reuters)

Drew Barrymore kicked off an incredibly stylish year in Alberta Ferretti at the premiere of her HBO film "Grey Gardens." (Source: AP)

Megan Fox stunned in purple Donna Karan during a press event for the premiere of her film "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen." (Source: AP)

Breakout star Taylor Swift wowed in Reem Acra at the 2009 CMA Awards.  

Kate Beckinsale looked radiant in Andrew GN at the MOCA Gala in November.