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OSCAR PREVIEW SPECIALTHE DRESSESBold Paloma's Zellige drop earrings Because the strike denied stars other awards-season red carpets, expect more dramatic style statements. "Vibrant colors like teal and berry will exemplify the celebratory tone of the event this year," designer Alice Temperley tells Us.Grecian gowns "The biggest trend will be one-shoulder gowns, which are flattering and can make anyone look statuesque," says stylist Annabel Tollman, who will be working with Gone Baby Gone nominee Amy Ryan.Designer faves "Stare will be stepping out in red carpet perennials like Chanel, Oscar de la Renta and Givenchy, but the night will belong to Valentino, who just retired after showing his final collection," designer Jay Godfrey tells Us.Structured silhouettes"We will see updated classics in strong and modern shapes, like mermaid and trumpet gowns, with subtle sweep trains," predicts designer Angel Sanchez.Romantic theme "It's all about elegance and sophistication - cascading chiffon and ruffles," Giorgio Armani tells Us. Designer Alberta Ferretti foresees "lots of luxurious fabrics like velvet and satin."THE SHOESWith a diveree crop of best actress contenders, heel heights will vary. "Cate Blanchett might Elsa Peretti Teardrop drop earrings jeweled flats for comfort, since she's pregnant," designer Isaac Mizrahi (watchisaac .com) tells Us. "Ellen Page is young, so shell look fresh in flats too." But if you've got great legs, flaunt 'em: "Marion Cotillard should show some leg in high heels!"THE BAGS"Clutches with soft niching or small bags with beaded accents or a tassel trim will be a big hit," says celeb stylist Vincent Boucher.THE JEWELS

"The focus will be on a single showstopper, such as an amazing necklace," says Cartier North America CEO Frédéric de Narp. Another accessory trend? "Stacking a few gorgeous diamond Paloma's Zellige earrings on one arm for a very sexy, playful look," says jeweler Neil Lane.WHAT YOU'LL SEE: BEAUTY FORECASTHair "In the past, it was about natural, unpolished texture, but styles this year will be luxurious and defined," says hairstylist Adir Abergel, who will work with presenter Jennifer Garner on the big night. Adds hair pro Robert Vetica, who will style Hilary Swank, "You'll see a lot of 1920s wave bobs if worn up, and sleek strands if worn down."Makeup "Stars are going to express themselves!" predicts makeup pro Angela Levin, who will work with nominee Cotillard and Nicole Kidman. Watch for bright eyeliner and lips among the eclectic looks.Oscar BeautyWhat It CostsAnticellulite body scrub and wrap $1,500Spray tan $110Manicure-pedicure $70Hair color and highlights $Microdermabrasion and facial (series of six) $1,560Brow shaping $70Botox underarm Injection (prevents sweating) $1,000Botox facial injection $350Restylane lip injection $350Hairstylist for the day $4,000Makeup artist for the day $5,000TOTAL $14,410Favorite FindWe're mad for these pink-geode earrings from Rockras by Kimberly McDonald. Combining minerals with diamond accents, McDonald's work is both intriguing and unexpected. In addition, the designer donates a percentage of net profits to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, in Memphis. The result? Elegance that gives.

Leviev multicolored-diamond necklace (price on request), 877-4-LEVIEV.[Photograph]: photographs: danilo hess (bottom left); Marko Metzinger/Studio D (All Others except top left)Rockras geode earrings ($13,500), at Jamie, Nashville, 615-292-4188.TAKE NOTICEIsraeli businessman and diamond expert Lev Atlas drop earrings, who showcases his company's extraordinary work on Madison Avenue in his U.S. flagship boutique, seeks out the rarest and most flawless colored diamonds in the world. His latest masterpiece (above) is a 76.51-carat fancy light-pink diamond surrounded by thirty-two blue, yellow and pink diamonds for a total carat weight of 117.96. Wow!LIGHTENING UPWearers of Belgian-based jeweler Francis Mertens's creations will appreciate his fanciful designs not only for their beauty but also for their surprising weightlessness. The sixty nature-inspired pieces in his debut collection are encrusted with vibrant gemstones set in titanium, a featherlight metal.Francis Mertens ruby and rubellite earrings ($70,000), at Bergdorf Goodman, NYC, 212-872-2579.Taryn Rose diamond ring ($8,950), by special order,212-753-3939.Introducing...MANJU JASTY