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(Source: Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images North America)The Oscars, a.k.a. the grand finale of awards season, is almost here. In anticipation of which gorgeous gowns the leading ladies will wear, we've scoured the recent runway shows in search of worthy contenders.

Lupita Nyong'o (nominated for Best Supporting Actress)
 
Time after time, Lupita Nyong'o has stunned us with her stunning red carpet choices, including (left to right) Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, and Gucci. 

Amy Adams (nominated for Best Actress)
(Source: Jason Merritt/Getty Images North America; Ethan Miller/Getty Images North America; Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images North America)So far, the American Hustle star has chosen bright designs from (left to right) Valentino, Roland Mouret, and Antonio Berardi.

 

the black-and-white trend courtesy of Monique Lhuillier, intricate embellishment by Armani Privé, or a deep burgundy Marchesa number.