The Girls of “Orange Is The New Black” Glam Up for the Critics’ Choice Awards

The inmates from Netflix's hit show Orange is the New Black shed their orange and khaki uniforms and glammed up for the 4th Annual Critics' Choice Awards on Thursday. The show won Best Comedy Series and two more trophies that night. The ladies also looked pretty impressive on the red carpet.

Uzo Aduba

Uzo Aduba, who plays Crazy Eyes on the show, wore a gorgeous metallic gold vintage dress that she styled with House of Lavande jewelry and an embellished clutch. The talented actress won Guest Performer in a Comedy at the event.

Uzo Aduba at the 4th Annual Critics' Choice Television Awards held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on June 19, 2014

Laura Prepon

Laura Prepon was super sexy in an Alice + Olivia 'Ginevia' Dress which featured a knotted front, showing off major cleavage and bit of midriff. The chiffon dress also had lace details on the hemline, creating a bit of contrast to the pale frock. The dress was gorgeous but the nude hue is totally making Laura a little washed out.

Laura Prepon at the 4th Anuual Critics' Choice Television Awards held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on June 19, 2014

Natasha Lyonne

Natasha Lyonne opted for a sophisticated Chloe dress with sheer fabric that she styled with a black belt and clutch. We're not too excited about this dress though, and the hemline is a tad too long for the petite actress.

Natasha Lyonne at the 4th Annual Critics' Choice Awards held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on June 19, 2014

Laverne Cox

Going for full glam, Laverne Cox opted to wear a black floor-length Marc Bouwer gown that featured crystal embellishments and sheer side panels. Laverne finished the glamorous look with Erickson Beamon jewelry.

Laverne Cox at the 4th Annual Critics' Choice Awards held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on June 19, 2014

Danielle Cox

Danielle Cox a.k.a Taystee, also wore a lovely frock in a stunning jewel color. The glamorous gown featured a caged neckline that added a fierce twist to the sophisticated look.

Danielle Brooks at the 4th Annual Critics' Choice Television Awards held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on June 19, 2014

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Five Cutout Skirt Looks That Won’t Upset Your Mom

The saying “the shorter, the better” is no longer accurate for women who try to look more feminine by wearing skirts. In fact, nowadays, a woman need not chop off a good few inches from the bottom of her skirt in order to recreate a look that would express their femininity better – all that is needed is a substantial amount of cutting and a brilliant strategical placing of that cut.

When it comes to cutout tops, pretty much everywhere that one can poke a hole in has already been poked. Designers eventually asked, “Why stop there?” For designers, deciding on where to put a graceful cut on a skirt without revealing too much skin and compromising functionality proved to be a bit challenging, but not all of them are backing off. Hence, the birth of cutout skirts.

We rounded up five of our favorite blogger looks for these ironic rule-breaking but structured babies.

Maria of Stylissim

Having a skirt that looks like a giant chomped down its front has never looked this chic. Choose a graceful round cut that’s not too wide and show off a comfortable amount of extra leg. For the illusion of longer legs, go for a high-waisted pencil skirt. If you’re not confident about the length of your torso, lower waistlines should do the trick. For a laid-back but still ladylike look, pair the skirt with a slouchy graphic sweater and pumps.

Get her look:

Nasty Gal Shape Up Skirt – Two Tone, $28.50 (before $38.00) / BOY London Eagle Sweatshirt, $93.34 / Sophia Webster Loren Pumps in Black Suede, 385.00

Isabella of Views of Now

This look shows that it’s all about location, location, location (that and the gorgeous angular cut that is aptly proportional to the height of the skirt). The cutout need not be huge as long as it complements the entire piece – in this case, the roughness of the skirt material is complemented by the triangle cut and the illusion of a wrap skirt. It pays to be a smart dresser, too, since choosing an open back top complements the angular cutout of the skirt. The look is finished off with black heeled booties.

Get her look:

Witchery Quilted Wrap Mini Skirt, AUD $129.95 / Stylenanda Low Back Tee with Snap Button Closure, $35.01 / Burberry Prorsum Woodley Studded Leather and Calf Hair Wedge Ankle Boots, $1,153.03

Kookie of Death by Platforms

Sometimes, it’s not about the size or location of the cutout, but rather the gracefulness of the cut. The hemline of the skirt in this look ever so slightly curves upward, but this shy skirt curve brought an abundance of freshness to the fashion table. For a sophisticated but fun look, pair the skirt with a floral or guipure buttondown shirt and sandals with a fun geometric print.

Get her look:

Nasty Gal Peeking Daisy Skirt, $48.00 / Piece D’Anarchive Tailored Guipure Lace Shirt, 530 (before: 1,330.00) / Atalanta Weller Block Heel Sandal, $459.08

Nadya of Glitter Dessert

Not ready to put away your maxis yet? A compromise is in order. This skirt is reminiscent of the trending (and, let’s face it, slightly overused) high-low skirts, but with a fresh structural take to it. This cut is perfect for those who are not quite ready to go all the way short or, for some weird reason, love how the front of their legs look but equally despise the way the back looks. Style it up with a flowy or draped top, chunky neck pieces and some fancy footwear.

Get her look:

New Look Coral Jersey Dip Hem Skirt, 7.00 (before: 14.99) / Mugler Draped Top, $1,065.00 / Ala a Vault Chamois Cloute Sandal, $926.00 (before: $1,852.00)

Michelle of Michetteee

What happens when a side slit and a cutout decide to have an offspring? You’re looking at it. This graceful and oh-so-flattering cut is suggestive and sophisticated at the same time. This is perfect for those women who want to look cute and sexy simultaneously (admit it, we’ve all wished that upon ourselves at least once). Pair it with an equally sweet-but-sexy scalloped or lace crop top and some strappy white sandals.

Get her look:

Nasty Gal Circuit Curve Skirt, $42.00 / Topshop Crochet Crop Top, $44.00 / Casadei for Prabal Gurung Strappy Blade Wedge Sandal, $389.00 (before: $970.00)