Washington, Feb uary 24: Jennifer Lawrence dared to bare in a short black dress as she arrived at the 2013 Film Independent Spirit Awards at Santa Monica Beach in Santa Monica, Calif. on Saturday.

The 22-year-old Silver Linings Playbook star, who is nominated for Best Actress at the Academy Awards, showed sideboob and a lot of skin in the modern, backless Lanvin design, UsMagazine reported.

The jaw-dropping dress also features a metal, choker collar, bow at the waste, and asymmetrical skirt. (ANI)