Cobalt is definitely the color of the moment, and 11 celebs showcased various ways to work the eye-catching hue into our color palettes. From suits to jackets and flirty frocks, cobalt is a bold hue that fuses well itself with neutrals as well as other colors. If you are on the hunt for a playful cobalt dress like Irina Shayk, printed cobalt like Olivia Palermo, or prefer to accessorize with just a pop of brilliance like Alice Eve, we are sure you'll fall in love with this bright blue. See how these 11 A-listers rocked this bold hue, then shop our picks to find your favorite cobalt pieces and unleash your inner trendsetter.
Dakota Fanning and Emily Blunt Nail Spring's Hottest Dress Trends in Elie Saab
Elie Saab hosted an intimate dinner yesterday evening at the Crown in New York City, and Dakota Fanning, Emily Blunt, and Analeigh Tipton came out to show their support wearing the designer du jour. Emily Blunt — a long-time fan of the designer — selected a bright yellow dress, while Dakota Fanning went sleek and sophisticated in a peplum-adorned LBD. Watch on to see all of their gorgeous outfits from the evening. On Allison McNamara: MINKPINK top, BREN shorts
Analeigh Tipton Excites the Red Suit With Sheer Black Lace
Damsel in Distress actress Analeigh Tipton attended a private dinner in NYC for designer Elie Saab in a red pantsuit by the designer, which she paired with a sheer black lace top. Analeigh has already solidified her fashion status with a handful of amazing looks, but this one takes the cake. The red pantsuit look has been done before, but we love how the actress injects even more bold excitement via sheer lace. Peep-toe Louboutins and Hoorsenbuhs for Forevermark diamond stud earrings complete Analeigh's bold-cum-sweet ensemble. Re-create this look for your next fabulous soiree and you'll no doubt stand out. For a less risque take on the outfit, wear a camisole underneath the lace top, or switch the lace for a solid black button-down.

Emily Blunt and Dakota Fanning Link Up For Elie Saab
Emily Blunt and Dakota Fanning dressed up for a dinner thrown by Elie Saab at Crown in NYC last night. Joining the two actresses was up-and-comer Analeigh Tipton, who stars opposite Adam Brody and Greta Gerwig in today's Damsels in Distress — make sure to check out our chat with Analeigh and her leading man to find out Adam Brody's dating philosophy. Emily is close with Elie, having worn his designs on the red carpet on multiple occasions. She donned one of his frothy dresses for the 2010 premiere of The Adjustment Bureau and again for last Fall's Emmys. Emily's hanging out on the East Coast after a stint in LA with her husband John Krasinski. She has some promotional work coming up in the Big Apple ahead of The Five-Year Engagement's April 27 release. The movie is set to premiere in just a few weeks as the opening feature at the 2012 Tribeca Film Festival.
Elie Saab Fall 2012
Elie Saab showed a wide range of daywear and a beautiful bevy of red-carpet gowns for Fall 2012. With models clad in long hair and blunt bangs, the show kicked off with a multitude of ladylike skirt suits, loose-cut trousers, and fur coats. Casual dresses followed suit, highlighting a range of form-fitting colorblocked sheath dresses to diaphanous sheer printed renditions. However, it was the eveningwear portion of the collection that really caught our attention. Saab showed his expertise in details with a gorgeous array of sequined and metallic gowns. There were also a few sheer gowns showcasing a delicate cobweb lace detail. Which Hollywood leading lady can you picture wearing one of these amazing gowns? More details from Elie Saab's Fall 2012 collection below.
- Trends: Peplum, skirt suiting, sheer and laser-cut details.
- Colors: Black, tan, green, gold, silver, gray, beige.
- Key Piece: We loved the emerald and gold sequined gowns.
- Accessories: Point-toe cutout shoes, skinny belts, leather and jeweled clutches.
- Who Would Wear It: We can see Evan Rachel Wood, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Rose Byrne in the glamorous sequined gowns.
Elie Saab Fall 2012
>> While Elie Saab's Fall 2012 lineup of day wear was plenty chic, it was his knockout evening wear that really stole the show.
Oscars Afterparty: Katie Holmes
Looking like a vision in jeweled teal tones, Katie Holmes stepped out at the Vanity Fair party in none other than Elie Saab. The strapless gown featured intricate beading at the bodice, which then flowed into a gorgeous chiffon train. The ornate quality of her dress made it so her accessories could be kept to the minimum flash factor. Thus, she adorned herself with just a single gold strand necklace, diamond stud earrings, an amethyst cocktail ring, and a white clutch. It's a polished look in a pretty peacock hue, but do you think this afterparty look is a home run?

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Oscars: Berenice Bejo
The Artist's Berenice Bejo chose her go-to designer Elie Saab for tonight's festivities. Outfitted in an ultra-embellished minty long-sleeved gown, the actress radiated a Spring pastel glow. Aside from the intricate beading, the gown's sleeves featured delicate sheer panels (covered in beads, no less) for a subtle flash of skin. To complement the soft verdant color, Berenice donned stunning Chopard emerald-and-diamond drop earrings and a Chopard diamond ring, and toted a pretty mint-hued clutch. Her sweet front braid and thick eyeliner polished the look off with just the right amount of femininity. Do you love it?

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Oscars: Milla Jovovich
Milla Jovovich never fails to bring an ultraglam shine to her red carpet looks, and tonight's Oscar ensemble is no exception. Her white one-shoulder Elie Saab floor-length creation is embellished head to toe with ornate shimmery sequins, giving the effect of ethereal perfection. To polish off her chic ensemble, Milla accessorized with a slick Edie Parker clutch, a diamond bracelet, diamond droplet earrings, and a bold red lip. Are you a fan of her choice?

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Grammy Awards: Katy Perry

Katy Perry donned an icy blue gown by Elie Saab to match her icy blue hair for the Grammy Awards. The dress is quite elegant, with elbow-length sleeves, a demure V-neck back, and a long train. The dress hugs Katy's figure, and her waist is accentuated by a blue skinny belt. She looks ultra ladylike, compared to some of her looks in the past. What do you think of her look?
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