Anne Hathaway in Balmain

By Natalie Glock
Christophe Decarnin\'s Balmain woman is a rebel with a definite cause: to bring his Parisian punk glamour to the world\'s red carpets and beyond.  Acres of leg, sexy lace, and animal prints, punctuated with studs and crystals, have become his trademarks these past two seasons - and they\'re all the modern rock chick needs to shine.

Picture: Bride Wars star Anne Hathaway bridges the gap between sexy and sophisticated by teaming this season\'s black bustier dress with sheer crystal panelling from Balmain, with red nails and peep toes for the 2009 Palm Springs International Film Festival.

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Sarah Jessica Parker in Balmain

SJP shines in Balmain\'s beautiful remake of the classic LBD at the opening of the New York City Ballet\'s 2008/2009 season; the deliciously dishevelled crystal detailing offset her silver pumps to perfection.

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Kate Winslet in Balmain

Woman of the moment Kate Winslet, opted for this super sexy Balmain asymmetric cocktail dress to attend the LA premiere of Revolutionary Road for which she won the Best Actress category at this month\'s Golden Globes.

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Jennifer Esposito in Balmain

Actress Jennifer Esposito channelled this season\'s love affair with the peaked shoulder at the Golden Globes earlier this month. Balmain\'s lace top and embellished pencil skirt keep the look sleek, striking and modern.

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Kate Hudson in Balmain

Not to be out-done by her Bride Wars co-star, Kate Hudson wore last season\'s Balmain one-shouldered cocktail dress with crystal detailing to the Fools Gold after party earlier last year.

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Gwyneth Paltrow in Balmain

Those legs in that Balmain lace dress from the autumn/winter 2008 collection kick-started Gwyenth Paltrow\'s return to the fashion front line when she arrived for the London premiere of her film Iron Man last year.

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Gemma Arterton in Balmain

Bond girl Gemma Arterton attended the London premiere of Quantum of Solace in Balmain\'s purple gown and crystal studded sandals. Full marks for the fashion-forward dress choice - but nul points for teaming it with a perma-tan!

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Julia Stegner in Balmain

German model Julia Stegner looks as if she has just stepped off the runway in Balmain\'s zebra print, sequinned goddess gown during last year\'s Bambi awards in Düsseldorf.

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