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As cable networks and late night programming began to change the scope of the Oscars coverage, so too did the coverage of the dresses change. Which designers were being worn became of utmost importance and critics of the Oscars fashion became more common.

1990s

It would be another 8 years before Kim Basinger would win an Oscar, but her white satin asymmetrical dress from the 1990 awards ceremony is truly one-of-a-kind.

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Gena Davis looks stunning again in 1990 with Jeff Goldblum.

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Anna Paquin looks darling in her blue ensemble with her Oscar in hand. She was 11-years-old at the time.

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Gwyneth Paltrow in her retro style pink gown at the 1999 Academy Awards is seen here with her father. Paltrow won Best Actress for Shakespeare in Love. The gown was designed by Ralph Lauren.

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