Julianne Hough attended EIF Women’s Cancer Research Fund’s 16th Annual ‘An Unforgettable Evening’ hosted by Saks Fifth Avenue on Thursday evening in Beverly Hills, California.

The actress/dancer wore a stand-out Caroline Herrera Pre-Fall 2013 frock which featured a giant bow at the rear which funnelled out to the side of her skirt.

With the striking dress providing all the drama, Julianne opted to keep the rest of her look simple with black satin Stuart Weitzman ‘Naughty’ pumps and an L.K. Bennett ‘Alexia’ clutch.

A slick back bob and a pink lip colour completed the look.

Do you find Julianne’s post-breakup style more refined?

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Julianne Hough made her first red carpet appearance as a single gal at the SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills, California for the Second Annual FABB West Opening Night Cocktail Party.

As you know, I’m not that much of a fan of Julianne’s style, what with the princess dresses and rockabilly hairstyles, but she looked very grown up and sophisticated wearing a Carolina Herrera Spring 2013 ensemble on this occasion.

Opting not to wear the sea-foam blouse as presented on the runway, she wore an electric-orange short-sleeved knit sweater with an abstract-print skirt with red piping and a skinny red belt.

Even though I wish the Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Spring 2013 yellow satin ‘Isabel’ three strap heels were sandals, she looks flawless, with her hair and makeup much improved too.

I guess when she stopped trying so hard, the real her has come to the surface.

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