The best ever BAFTA dresses

Britain's most glamorous night is right around the corner, and we couldn't be more excited to see the hugely talented nominees out in style for 70th British Academy Film Awards! With Stephen Fry returning to host and even Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge in attendance at the lavish award show on Sunday, the evening at the Royal Albert Hall is guaranteed to be full of laughter, emotion and, of course, some truly stunning outfits! 

But what are the best, most showstopping BAFTA gowns of all time? We took a look back through the years to find our all-time favourite looks - from Kate Winslet's understated chic number to Lupita Nyong'o's unforgettable green ball gown - in preparation for the ceremony...

Want to see it for yourself? The lavish evening will be broadcast on BBC1 and iPlayer from 9pm with a special red-carpet show is expected to stream on Facebook between 4.30pm and 6.30pm.

Marion Cotillard stood out in bright yellow Christian Dior in 2013. The shape of the skirt resembled a rose, and the stunning The Dark Knight Rises star complemented the frock with a simple red lip and a silver necklace, while wearing her brunette locks in a coifed, vintage style.  

Humans star Gemma Chan dazzling in a low cut, floor length rose gold gown while carrying a mirrored clutch bag at last year's BAFTA awards. The star left her long brunette tresses down in loose waves, completing the striking look. 

All eyes were on Amy Adams in this Elie Saab Couture gown in 2013. The star wore the laced number with a long train in style, styling her hair in the high and sleek updo to show off the gown's gorgeous neckline, and completing the look with beautiful teardrop earrings. 

Cate Blanchett's jaw dropping Alexander McQueen gown consisted of a red, blue and gold floral top section which seamlessly blended into a black feather skirt. The Lord of the Rings actress wore her hair back, displaying a pair of Tiffany & Co diamond earrings. 
 

A simple satin Ungaro dress was the perfect choice for Nicole Kidman in 2003. The Moulin Rouge actress let her natural beauty do all the talking as she kept her blonde hair slicked back, accessorising the simple cream gown with a pair of statement earrings. 

Lupita Nyong'o made jaws drop in a beautiful emerald green Christian Dior dress in 2014. The stunning gown with a long train stole the show, and the 12 Years a Slave star accessorised the look with gold cuffs bracelets on both wrists and a matching gold belt, perfectly tying together her effortlessly dazzling look. 

Upcoming star Alicia Vikander rocked last year's ceremony in an incredible leather floor-length gown while keeping her loosely curled locks to one side. 

Sienna Miller kept it short and sweet in a beautiful mint green Matthew Williamson frock back at the 2013 BAFTAs. The Factory Girl star wore her blonde locks in a net updo, keeping her sweeping fringe down. She accessorised the dress with a gold clutch bag and black and gold heels. 

Jennifer Lawrence is known for her incredible red carpet looks, and was the epitome of elegance in bejeweled Christian Dior in 2013. The Hunger Games star wore her long brunette hair slicked back with a pair of drop earrings as she posed effortlessly in the glam gown. 

Kate Hudson sparkled in this gold sequinned Stella McCartney number in 2008. The glamourous fishtale gown has bronze, silver and golden sequins, creating a truly dazzling look. The star wore her blonde tresses in a simple updo, revealing a matching pair of earrings. She also wonder silver and gold bangles on her arm, tying the look together perfectly. 

Angelina Jolie kept it simple and chic in a black Armani Privé dress with two yellow streaks with a matching pair of stilettos back in 2009. The star kept her look as low key as possible, only wearing a single piece of jewellery with little makeup, while having her long brunette tresses in a pushed back blow dry. 

Cate Blanchett channelled old Hollywood glamour to perfection in this embroidered Giorgio Armani dress in 2005. The star wore her short blonde locks in messy curls as she smiled brightly for the camera, holding a pale gold clutch bag in both hands. 

Charlize Theron was a vision in this midnight blue silk Lanvin dress and matching strappy stilettos on a rainy red carpet in 2006. Her stunning look was totally unaffected by the downpour, with her short blonde locks styled into messy curls. 

Emily Blunt's sparkling aquamarine Marc Bouwer number turned heads in 2008. The one-shouldered gown stole the show as the Girl on the Train star posed for the camera while holding a black clutch bag and matching gold earrings and a thick gold bangle. 

Kate Winslet channelled old school Hollywood glamour in a black, curve hugging Zac Posen dress in 2009. The star is known for her chic style, and the fishtail, figure-huging number certainly confirmed her status as a effortlessly stylish A-list star. 

Emma Watson went in for a pixie cut the moment Harry Potter had finished filming, and showed off her new do perfectly at the 2011 BAFTAs. The Circle actress was a red carpet goddess in ruffled pale pink Valentino gown. 

Penelope Cruz was red hot in this strapless Armani Privé number in 2012. The actress wore her glossy curls in a top knot and kept her jewellery minimal while posing on the red carpet. 

Renee Zellweger was stunning in simple, classic black Carolina Herrera in 2006. The spaghetti strapped, backless gown perfectly showed off the Bridget Jones's Diary actress's slim figure, and the star wore her hair back with a middle parting, while adding a single sparkly diamond bracelet to her understated look. 

A simple design in a striking hue, this Roland Mouret number ensured a place on the best-dressed list for Jessica Chastain in 2013 and perfectly complemented her bright red locks, which she wore in classic curls. 

Gemma Arterton showed off her stunning curves in diagonally striped Celia Kritharioti in 2013. 

Julianne Moore was ravishing in a two-tone red gown as she hit the 2015 red carpet in Givenchy. The redheaded starlet's high-waisted skirt was the exact colour of the BAFTA red carpet, while the revealing top with a high collar perfected her trendsetting look. 

Pregnant Keira Knightley was radiant as she attended the awards ceremony in this black-and-white floral Giambattista Valli dress in 2015, which she accessorised with sweet flat black shoes. 

Lady in red! Emilia Clarke swapped her blonde Game of Thrones wig and majestic costumes for this scarlett number at last year's awards. Wearing her hair short in a waves, the beautiful star completed the look with a pair of Tiffany & Co earrings and a red clutch bag. 

Rooney Mara broke the mould in this unusual number - from its cold shoulder floral sleeves to its art deco-esque pattern, the gorgeous gown the actress wore at last year's ceremony was absolutely unforgettable. The star gave the gown the main focus, keeping her hair in a sleek updo while wearing a burgundy lipstick and understated makeup.