Cate Blanchett in John Galliano for Maison Margiela

Sigh. She really is the most elegant person.

Cate Blanchett in John Galliano for Maison Margiela

She's even pulling off the unfinished seams around the arms. I would look like I'd had my sleeves inadvertently ripped off by zombies who then decided they didn't care enough to try to eat my brains. SHE just looks good.

Cate Blanchett in John Galliano for Maison Margiela

And I love this giant crazy necklace.

Cate Blanchett in Schiaparelli

This was a day earlier, at the Independent Spirit Awards, and I actually love this on her. She can really pull off the sort of 30s shape, and BONUS POINTS for those shoes.

Oscars Well Played: Cate Blanchett in John Galliano for Maison Margiela

words* *As I wrote this, I literally thought, "Jessica. DO NOT FORGET TO GO BACK IN AND WRITE YOUR INTRO." Here we are, ladies and gentleman. I shall fire myself presently. Anyway. I liked this! [Photos: INF]