The devil's in the (back) detail
Forget the front. Make like the stars and let your back do the talking this season.
Rex FeaturesLily Collins
At the premiere of Love, Rosie in October 2014, Lily Collins positively wowed in this gorgeous fire engine red column dress with waist cutout detail and a very high neckline indeed.
Rex FeaturesLily Collins
But from the back, this was far from a conservative red dress with a thigh-high split and large cutaway detail to the back, Lily made sure all eyes were on her.
Rex FeaturesCressida Bonas
At a charity gala in June 2014, Prince Harry's former flame Cressida Bonas showed the young Prince exactly what he's missing when she turned up in this gorgeous monochromatic jumpsuit. Whilst it was pretty conservative from the front, the back was anything but...
GettyCressida Bonas
... Yep. Cressy's jumpsuit featured completely backless detailing showing off her toned and bronzed figure.
Rex FeaturesEmma Watson
Emma Watson is a big fan of the back-detail dress. For three big red carpet appearances this year, the British actress has made her look all about the back. This Wes Gordon racerback navy gown with long-length bow detail is a youthful take on the trend.
Rex FeaturesEmma Watson
From the front Emma's Oscar de la Renta gown is ever so slightly safe, ever so slightly too old for her 24 years, but turn 180 degrees and it's a whole different story. A dramatic V, an oversized bow and a glamorous updo takes this look into a different league.
Rex FeaturesEmma Watson
For the Golden Globes, Emma tries on an intriguing mix of black cigarette pants, navy heels and a hot red Christian Dior gown. With just a band of material holding the look together at the back, it's a risky choice but she makes it her own.
Rex FeaturesRosie Huntington-Whiteley
To make a beautiful statement at the Vanity Fair Oscars party earlier this year, model Rosie chose a stunning ice blue Cushnie et Ochs gown. The sheer panelled bib back and delicate pearl outline is a sublime finishing touch.
Rex FeaturesRosie Huntington-Whiteley
A shimmering drop-waist Gucci gown, complete with cape and delicate spaghetti straps, ensures Rosie is where she belongs - the talk of the red carpet.
Rex FeaturesAlessandra Ambrosio
Victoria's Secret Angel Alessandra follows in Rosie's lead, showing off her beautiful Brazilian skin in a blush chiffon gown with chain-strap back detail.
Rex FeaturesAmber Heard
For the Oscars red carpet, Amber Heard make sure she looked exquisite from every angle, in this exquisite one-strap Atelier Versace navy gown.
Rex FeaturesAmy Adams
Amy Adams has the new fashion rule down to a fine art in this sultry ribbon back Valentino gown. Putting your back into just took on a whole new meaning.
Rex FeaturesAnna Kendrick
Anna Kendrick normally sticks to fashion choices of the sweet, girl-next-door variety, but sometimes a girl needs a change from the norm, especially when the eyes of the world are upon her. This strapped J Mendel pleated gown sure makes a grown-up, sexy statement.
Rex FeaturesCharlize Theron
An embellished black jersey Alexander McQueen gown gets a foot up on the eye-catching back spectrum, thanks to the low, drop-back detail. Looking good, Charlize.
Rex FeaturesCamilla Belle
Could Camilla Belle look any more beautiful? This tiered powder pink gown is the perfect blend of pretty meets sultry.
Rex FeaturesConstance Jablonski
White silk gowns are pretty standout as a rule, but the addition of the ribbon tie on Constance Jablonski's open-back gown is a touch of genius.
Rex FeaturesEllie Goulding
Brit singer Ellie gets in on the backless action as she hits the MTV Movie Awards red carpet in a monochrome Emporio Armani gown.
Rex FeaturesErin Heatherton
Take one Victoria's Secret Angel and one encrusted, sheer backed KaufmanFranco gown and you have a major fashion statement on your hands. Knockout.
Rex FeaturesFreida Pinto
The T back detail on Frieda Pinto's blush lace gown is an exquisite finishing touch.
Rex FeaturesIrina Shayk
Irina shows off her picture perfect model body in an encrusted cut-out number. We're not bitter. Much.
Rex FeaturesJennifer Lawrence
J-Law takes the red carpet by storm in a colourful encrusted skirt and white billowing top Dior combo.
Rex FeaturesJennifer Lawrence
More Dior, more back to work for the cameras. If you've got it, flaunt it.
Rex FeaturesKate Bosworth
Quite possibly one of our favourite red carpet looks ever from Kate Bosworth. This modern day Marilyn gown benefits greatly from the folded back detail.
Rex FeaturesKate Hudson
In the words of Justin Timberlake, "she's bringing sexy back". Kate Hudson's low-cut cowl-cape is the best bit about her dramatic Versace gown.
Rex FeaturesLily Allen
For a girly take on the trend, make like Lily Allen and go for a bold oversized finishing touch to keep your admirers' attention on the flip side.
Rex FeaturesLupita Nyong'o
There's so much going on with Lupita Nyong'o's Chanel dress, so the cut-out upper back detail is a welcome addition to this eye-catching design.
Rex FeaturesMiranda Kerr
Another model who's well aware of back-related bonus points, Miranda Kerr often likes to showcase her model body 360. If we looked this good, we too would be getting in on the act.
Rex FeaturesMiranda Kerr
Is it really any wonder that Miranda topped best dressed lists worldwide when she stepped out in this stupendous T-bar Kaufmanfranco gown for the Vanity Fair Oscars party in March?
Rex FeaturesOlivia Wilde
Double straps draw your eye to Olivia Wilde's simple LBD.
Rex FeaturesRita Ora
Rita Ora's canary yellow gown is statement enough, but add emerald gemstones to the criss-crossing straps and it enters a different league.
Rex FeaturesScarlett Johansson
Scar-Jo proves that a peekaboo cut-out is just as effective as a full-on cut-out back.
Rex FeaturesSofia Vergara
It's the sartorial equivalent of an art deco masterpiece. Giving good back never looked so good.
