Cate Blanchett is an award season favourite with six Oscar nominations to her name.
While she didn’t win this year, what we really love is her unique red-carpet style.
A little bit daring, a little bit couture but always a stand-out, we present her seven most jaw-dropping fashion looks.
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Yellow Valentino at Oscars 2005
Cate looked glorious in this butter yellow gown from Valentino as she picked up the 2005 Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her role in The Aviator.
Alexander McQueen at Cannes Film Festival 2010
Cate donned Alexander McQueen for the premiere of Robin Hood at Cannes Film Festival in 2010.
Givenchy Couture at Academy Awards, 2011
Combining soft pink with a pop of yellow, Cate shone at the 2011 Academy Awards in this Givenchy Couture gown.
Armani Prive at Oscars 2014
Thought to be the most expensive look on the red carpet – experts valued Cate’s Armani Prive dress and accessories to be worth more than $26million – at the 2014 Academy Awards.
Armani Silos museum in Milan, Italy in 2015
All suited up, Cate arrives at the opening of the Armani Silos museum in Milan, Italy in 2015.
Schiaparelli Couture at 2015 Film Independent Spirit Awards
Cate cut a striking profile at the 2015 Film Independent Spirit Awards in this look that came straight from the Schiaparelli Couture runway.
Maison Margiela at Academy Awards 2015
Another Oscars, another triumph. The star ruled the red carpet in this chic Maison Margiela black gown and bright turquoise necklace at the 2015 Academy Awards.