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Same day, same city, same dress — both Sarah Michelle Gellar and Liv Tyler hit the streets of N.Y.C. on Tuesday in their Tart “Denise” dresses. Both women look city-chic in their easy black jersey dresses and long gold chains. Sarah Michelle pairs hers with bow-topped ballet flats and a quilted Chanel bag, while Liv goes for flip-flops and her favorite Be & D tote. We think both women look great — and we’re loving the dress itself! Tell us: who do you think wears the dress better? Sarah Michelle Gellar or Liv Tyler?

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While there was no shortage of head-turning fashions walking up the Metropolitan Museum’s red-carpeted steps last night, these three leading ladies stood out for their unsually bold looks. We’re not sure how, but Jennifer Garner gracefully managed her ascent in this vivid red vintage Valentino Haute Couture gown. Lucy Liu popped in her purple Zac Posen dress, and Liv Tyler played up her creamy pale skin in a turqouise sheath paired with bright red lips. While many other stars opted for black (Mary Kate Olsen, Kate Moss, Lindsay Lohan) or metallic (Kate Bosworth, Jennifer Hudson, Jessica Simpson) we love this bright trend and hope it continues into fall. What do you think? Tell us: Would you dare to wear a bright color to a red carpet event, or play it safe in a less attention grabbing shade?

Click here to see all the looks from the 2007 Costume Institute Gala.

On Monday, March 5, there was a photo of Liv Tyler wearing great jeans with the caption “What skinny jean trend?…” What kind of jeans is she wearing? Thank you, Stasia McGrath

First Kate Moss, then pals Nicole and Paris, and even Rachel Bilson were spotted without their signature skinny jeans. Now Liv Tyler is bringing back the wide leg. For a meeting in Beverly Hills on Thursday the star stepped out in a pair of Seven For All Mankind “Ginger” jeans in light weight mercer. The “Ginger” is the widest jean Seven offers and is available at 7forallmankind.com for $143. Wonder who will retire the skinny jean next? And if you are loving her shirt it is the Twisted Ladder Lace Drappe Neck Cardigan by Marc Jacobs, $905, an can be purchased by calling the Boston store (617-425-0707).

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We’ve watched Liv Tyler grow up from starring in Aerosmith videos as a rebellious teenager to starring in the Lord of the Rings as an elfin beauty. But our favorite role for her is just being herself — a beautiful and low-key mother and wife. Usually we see her staying out of the spotlight and just living her life in New York, but recently she has stepped back on the red carpet, looking more beautiful than ever. Always a woman with curves, she plays up her great figure and height (5′10″) with elegant dresses that are both glamorous (Marchesa, right) and ladylike (Derek Lam, left). As she approaches 30 next year, Liv is looking better than ever!

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Usually, a night at the opera is more old-school than It-girl — unless the opera is Madame Butterfly staged by powerhouse movie director Anthony Minghella (Cold Mountain, The Talented Mr. Ripley). Last night, the Metropolitan Opera house in New York was filled with some of Hollywood’s biggest stars, dressed in their red carpet best. Sienna Miller (right) left her tough London attire at home and came in an exquisite princess-style Marchesa gown and Cartier diamonds along with the ultimate accessory, on-again, off-again beau Jude Law. Other couples included Naomi Watts, in a beautiful floral Roberto Cavalli, and Liev Schreiber, and the always-stylish Iman and David Bowie. Liv Tyler and designer Zac Posen mugged for the cameras, while Meg Ryan (left) made a rare appearance, looking extra lovely in a Jil Sander gown with flowing train. With all these stars in the audience, we bet the scene at intermission was nearly as exciting as the drama onstage (which did indeed get glowing reviews).

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I have not yet reached a place in my life where I can spend more money on a handbag than I have on my refrigerator. But Liv Tyler’s convertible Prada handbag which costs about $2700 (several fridges!) is so everyday perfect, I am determined to find one similar. The beauty lies in its two handle-lengths design. That way, when the bag gets too heavy for your shoulder — as mine often does thanks to magazine overload — you can switch to carrying it by hand without having it dragging on the ground. Luckily, the “convertible” seems to be a popular model this season, and I have found a few variations. Which of these do you like the best? Have you seen any that I’ve missed? — Angela Matusik

1. (Above right) Active Endeavors’ Anna Corinna Lady Duffel, $429, looks amazingly versatile. But too much like a gym bag, perhaps?

2. Miu Miu’s Scamosciato Old Satchel, $1050 at Neiman Marcus, is similar to big sister Prada’s, but still a major investment.

3. Betsey Johnson’s large tote, $385 at Nordstrom, looks like it would do the job nicely, but I’m not sure about all that rock-n-roll hardware.

4. Anthropologie’s, Sly Fox shoulder bag, $578, is aptly named. It’s actually two handbags in one — sneaky!

5. And finally Cole Haan’s large convertible tote, $425, has all the tricks of the others, but looks a bit more sophisticated.

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