Despite Recession, Stars Shine Bright In Diamonds And Jewels

Access Hollywood - February 22, 2009 8:04 PM PST
Story photo: Despite Recession, Stars Shine Bright In Diamonds And JewelsTaraji P. Henson arrives on the red carpet wearing an elegant, diamond-laden 19th century Fred Leighton necklaceGetty ImagesAccess Hollywood

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Despite the economic recession, the stars definitely did not tone down the diamonds and jewels on the 2009 Oscars red carpet this year.

Fred Leighton's necklaces were hard to miss at the Oscars. Actress Taraji P. Henson wore a Fred Leighton diamond-laden 19th century necklace, and Amy Adams stood out in a distinctive multi-colored jeweled necklace.

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Neil Lane jewelry was also prominently displayed on the red carpet. Miley Cyrus shined in $500,000 of Neil Lane jewels including diamond and platinum dangle earrings, while Diane Lane wore a $275,000 with a fringe necklace, earrings and rings.

Jennifer Aniston , who was an Oscar presenter alongside comedian Jack Black , wore BVLGARI diamond earring and ring, and Marisa Tomei dazzled in dramatic pieces from Van Cleef & Arpels' Heritage Collection.

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The most dramatic display of jewels, however, went to Anne Hathaway , who was draped in over one million dollars of Cartier diamonds, including a $735,000 9.6 carat princess-cut diamond with pave detail ring and a $335,000 platinum and diamond Triple & Double Row bracelet.

Of course, don't look down too much at the stars shining despite the recession - almost all of it is simply borrowed for the night!

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  • Miss.Boss
    She should have won omg! that is wrong she is my favorite.She is a great actor how she acted in baby boy omg! she acted fantstic!.But the reasson that she did not pick her they on that fav stuff .CRUEIL!
    report abuseposted February 28, 2009 11:18 PM PST
  • Daisy K
    She is my favorite. Just saw her on milllionaire personals site___W e a l t h y M i n g l e. c o m___last week. I am wondering what kind of relationship she is looking for on that site.Is she single again now? looooooooool
    report abuseposted February 28, 2009 2:36 AM PST
  • Fairy Tale Fan
    Of course they are wearing jewels. They HAVE money. Why is the reporter acting so surprised? Movies did very well during The Great Depression, so of course they'd do well during recession. People just want to take their minds off of all this economic crap.
    report abuseposted February 27, 2009 9:45 AM PST
  • mrsadams25
    I THINK PEOPLE SHOULD WORRY ABOUT HOW WE ARE GOING TO GET OUT THIS WHOLE RECESSION THEN WHAT PEOPLE RENT TO LOOK NICE SO WHAT IF SHE BROUGHT IT SHE WORKED HARD FOR IT HATER !!@!!
    report abuseposted February 25, 2009 11:45 AM PST
  • mrsadams25
    I THINK PEOPLE SHOULD WORRY ABOUT HOW WE ARE GOING TO GET OUT THIS WHOLE RECESSION THEN WHAT PEOPLE RENT TO LOOK NICE SO WHAT IF SHE BROUGHT SHE WORKED HARD FOR IT HATER !!@!!
    report abuseposted February 25, 2009 11:44 AM PST
  • Maria
    Don't hate she is beautyful. She is very blessed to be a single mom and holding a acting career.
    report abuseposted February 23, 2009 4:33 PM PST
  • KEPSITREAL
    TARAJI GOT HOODWINKED OUT OF HER OSCAR FOR BEST SUPPORTING...CRUZ WAS THEIR TOKEN HISPANIC FOR THIS YEAR!!! POOR PEOPLE ARE IN A RECESSION NOT MOVIE STARS
    report abuseposted February 23, 2009 3:41 PM PST
  • caramelkisses75
    Taraji looks gorgeous....keep doing your thang baby girl. It's not easy being a single mother and carrying a Hollywood life on your shoulders.
    report abuseposted February 23, 2009 1:40 PM PST
  • Frances S
    Taraji was not on the best dressed list to choose from, but she was not doubt the best dressed and the beautiful smile with her look made her number one for me. Fresh!
    report abuseposted February 23, 2009 10:03 AM PST
  • duck tape
    loving you outfit. jewelry looks elegant. very nice on you.100% picture 100% your smile 200%. she's pretty. colors match perfect.100%
    report abuseposted February 23, 2009 9:46 AM PST
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