The 2009 Daytime Emmys

Like a wilder, more colorful precursor to the Emmys, the Daytime Emmys bring out a who's who of daytime stars...not to mention some very interesting outfits. Take a look at this year's best and worst of 2009.

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Brenda Dickson from "The Young and the Restless" takes a page from the Jessica Rabbit playbook, pairing long, auburn hair with a slinky dress and long gloves.

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Portia DiRossi and Ellen DeGeneres make one cute couple. Portia's off-shoulder dress looks like it's probably pretty comfortable, but still trendy.

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Jennie Garth went for old-Hollywood glamour with Veronica Lake-style waves, a demure dress, and a sparkly diamond ring and earrings from Neil Lane.

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We're not quite sure if "The Young and the Restless" actress Judith Chapman is here to watch the show or tell our fortune. Her flowy, white hooded outfit is definitely different.

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Kate Linder of "The Young and the Restless" goes for mermaid-chic in a blue fishtail dress.

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Actress Lena Baurley chose a patterned lime and white dress to hit the red carpet.

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"90210" star Lori Loughlin chose peach satin, which looks great against her tanned skin.

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"As the World Turns" actress Meredith Hagner goes nude in a floor-length plunge-neck gown.

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Michelle Stafford of "The Young and the Restless" goes strapless in black and white. Her side ponytail hairstyle is always a good bet with an open neckline.

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