Dark Styles at the 2012 ALMA Awards

Right, did we miss something? Did the ALMA Awards invite say "Must wear black"? Almost all the senoras and senoritas who turned up were in dark, dramatic, or sultry black.

Presenter of the night, Eva Longoria donned a number of dresses but swept into the September 16 event in a Monique Lhuillier gown and matching colour Tom Ford heels.

Naya Rivera opted for masculine chic but a girly touch was the Dolce & Gabbana suit's shimmer which Naya paired with Dana Rebecca diamond earrings and a Rona Pfeiffer ring.

Nicole Richie was gothic-glam in her black, gold, and mesh-insert gown.

Keeping with a black and diamond theme for the Pasadena event, Christina Aguilera teamed her lace-sleeved Michael Kors dress with jewel-embellished Judith Leiber clutch bag and the Christian Louboutin "Decora" heels which were also seen on Jennifer Lopez. 

Her black onyx and diamond earrings are Neil Lane.

The only thing out of keeping with the black and silver colours was Aggie's purple ponytail.

My Name is Earl's Nadine Velazquez left the maid outfit she's more famous for at home and donned a slinky black dress with classic heels and clutch bag of the same colour.

Pics from Zimbio and Bauer Griffin