There's a reason we look forward to the Oscars red carpet every year: It's the Super Bowl of fashion! From princess-worthy ball gowns to avant garde frocks to old Hollywood looks, it features some of the best dresses of the year.

Here are some of our favorites!

Jessica Biel

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Now THIS is how you wear gold. The combination of a slinky beaded dress, face-framing necklace and elegant chignon makes Jessica Biel look like royalty.

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Taraji P. Henson

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The "Hidden Figures" star looks instantly iconic in this navy blue, off-the-shoulder gown with a high slit. Paired with a dramatic, V-shaped necklace, Taraji P. Henson is making her mark as a red carpet favorite.

Emma Stone

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In lace, fringe and a deep side part, Emma Stone looks plucked out of the golden age of Hollywood. The look is a perfect fit for her role in "La La Land."

Ruth Negga

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Lady in red! "Loving" star Ruth Negga may be wearing the most-talked-about look of the night in this cherry-colored gown. With sheer panels and lace details, this long-sleeved number is anything but boring.

Janelle Monae

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There is only one Janelle Monae. The "Hidden Figures" and "Moonlight" actress is having an incredible year — and her showstopping style matches it perfectly.

Priyanka Chopra

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Graphic, sleek and truly original, Priyanka Chopra lit up the red carpet in this unique number. The boxy neckline and low-cut sides add an extra-special touch.

Octavia Spencer

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Octavia Spencer is a dove gray dream in this feathered gown! From the color to the cut to the overall styling, the Oscar-winning actress has never looked better.

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Brie Larson

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In a curve-hugging velvet gown with a ruffled train, Brie Larson looks gorgeous on the red carpet.

Scarlett Johansson

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Scarlett Johansson is always an original! A studded belt against this patterned dress takes a girly frock into rock star territory.

Hailee Steinfeld

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At 20 years old, Hailee Steinfeld is becoming quite the red carpet star. This floral, high-neck number is light, girly, young and an overall showstopper.

Viola Davis

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Viola Davis shows off her short haircut and bare shoulders in this bright red stunner. This body-hugging gown is draped to perfection!

Naomie Harris

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"Moonlight" star Naomie Harris knows the power of simplicity in this minimalist frock. It lets her quirky shoes really shine!

Michelle Williams

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With a low-cut halter top and shimmery skirt, Michelle Williams looks ready for Hollywood's big night.

Nicole Kidman

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Likely a nod to her role in "Lion," Nicole Kidman wears a beaded column gown that's covered in Indian-inspired prints.

Alicia Vikander

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To keep her lacy dress feeling youthful and fresh, Alicia Vikander paired her look with messy topknot and strappy heels.

Leslie Mann

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She's the belle of the ball! Leslie Mann looks like a fairy tale princess in a sunny yellow ball gown.

Halle Berry

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It's official: Halle Berry can rock any and every hairstyle! Seen here in a slinky, shiny gown, Berry is all confidence on the red carpet.

Dakota Johnson

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The "Fifty Shades Darker" star is looking prim and proper in this silky gown that could easily pass as a vintage find.

Chrissy Teigen

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In a white gown with a thigh-high slit, Chrissy Teigen is looking white hot on the red carpet.

Charlize Theron

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The Oscar-winning actress looks comfortable and confident in this metallic, pleated gown.

Ginnifer Goodwin

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With swaths of sheer, polka dotted panels, Ginnifer Goodwin caught our eye.

Olivia Culpo

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Channeling her inner Daisy Buchanan, Olivia Culpo looks ready for a Great Gatsby-esque party in this festive and fringed frock. And check out that purple eye shadow!

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Emma Roberts

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Emma Roberts is looking red hot in her spicy new hair color and this color-blocked dress. We're loving her old Hollywood waves!

Salma Hayek

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It's all about the details, as Salma Hayek knows so well. Her shiny headband adds a pretty accent.

Laura Dern

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Laura Dern makes an entrance on the red carpet in this midnight blue column gown.

Felicity Jones

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Is that Felicity Jones or a ballerina? The elegant "Star Wars: Rogue One" actress looks lovely in a tea-length tulle dress.