The Bump Battle: Nic vs. Cate

In one corner, we have the eight months pregnant Cate Blanchett. Nominated for two Academy awards, this Australian actress bewitched in a Dries Van Noten royal purple, empire-waisted gown festooned with flowers at the hem. Nicole Kidman -- forgoing her severe ponytail for a sideswept forelock -- opted to adorn her front with enough rough diamonds to bedazzle a breast pump. The Rage has always had a thing for Nic: a magical hybrid of a unicorn and a praying mantis. But in this case, the Balenciaga dress seems blah and all that bling felt like overkill.
Blanchett went earthy with pearls and malachite, which felt more maternal than a gazillion diamonds.

Pregnant women, take note: An empire-waisted dress will always flatter your form. The Rage recommends this Isabella Oliver "Wrap Column" maternity dress ($275) with side pockets for any mother-to-be with a black-tie event to attend.

Photos: Associated Press; IsabellaOliver.com

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Cate is not a Brit actress, she's Australian. They both look amazing, Australians are always glamorous.

Posted by: menukj | February 26, 2008 at 04:30 PM

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