42nd Annual NAACP Image Awards Red Carpet Style

Stars really made up for the dearth of black people at last week's Oscars tonight at the 42nd Annual NAACP Image Awards! From Wayne Brady's opening song to Prince presenting an award to the illustrious Halle Berry, the Image Awards were full of surprises. However, it was the red carpet style that had us glued to the tv!

Check out our gallery of some of the night's big red carpet hits and misses.

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2011 NAACP Image Awards Red Carpet Style

'Are We There Yet?' star Essence Atkins looked fantastic in this one-shouldered silver sequined gown with bronze sequin accents.

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2011 NAACP Image Awards Red Carpet Style

'Are We There Yet?' star Essence Atkins looked fantastic in this one-shouldered silver sequined gown with bronze sequin accents.

2011 NAACP Image Awards Red Carpet Style

Kerry Washington is beautiful and ready for spring in this white cap-sleeved dress.

2011 NAACP Image Awards Red Carpet Style

'Southland' actress Maya Gilbert shows off her assets in multicolored, deeply cut gold, blue and purple gown.

2011 NAACP Image Awards Red Carpet Style

Terry McMillan is apparently vying to be the queen of Bedrock in this frilly blue number with matching purse.

2011 NAACP Image Awards Red Carpet Style

Though definitely not one of her best looks, 'Glee' star Amber Riley is still working this blue bustier and pencil skirt. This outfit is up for debate.

2011 NAACP Image Awards Red Carpet Style

Miss Black USA Osas Ighodaro was a stunner in a white Leon Green with gold embroidery detail at the neck.

2011 NAACP Image Awards Red Carpet Style

Tamera Mowry makes a great effort in this green-blue halter dress.

2011 NAACP Image Awards Red Carpet Style

Niecy Nash turned heads in this long-sleeved sequined stunner. A far cry from her 'Reno! 911' uniform!

2011 NAACP Image Awards Red Carpet Style

Nice scarf, Jason Derulo! His grey and black chevron-printed accessory lends a nice twist to the standard black suit.

2011 NAACP Image Awards Red Carpet Style

Actress Erica Hubbard, who was also the show's official red carpet commentator, was glowing in this strapless white detailed gown.

2011 NAACP Image Awards Red Carpet Style

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