The lavish red carpet is a place to have fun with fashion. For us watching at home or on our laptops, there is an important story to be told by each dress. It was clear that the night would be about full-length gowns that were slightly fitted and revealing in their bodycon silhouettes. The Oscars demand classic looks, but we saw some new takes on the standard silhouette this year!
We were presented with bold dresses in bright red, a power move. Those in classic soft pink looked sharp and clean, often in architectural shapes. The Time’s Up movement was prevalent on the red carpet, and for this reason this year’s Oscars best-dressed was not just about the clothing, but rather, focused on the women who represented the power of this movement in gowns that did their part for the cause.
Keep scrolling to see the best dressed from this year’s Oscar Awards….
Margot Robbie
Our very own Margot Robbie wore a beautiful floor length, white and fitted Chanel dress on the red carpet. She was a nominee for best actress- comedy or musical for the movie I, Tonya. Her crystal- like handbag complimented her dress and tied the classic Chanel look together.
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Lupita Nyong’o
Lupita attended as a part of the cast from popular blockbuster movie- Black Panther. While presenting the award for production design, she took the opportunity to act as a voice for the undocumented migrants that arrived in USA as children. She was dressed as a beautiful, golden warrior embodying strength and power. In her gold Versace dress - the vibe was elegant and strong.
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Nicole Kidman
Winning best actress for her role in Big Little Lies, Nicole looked stunning on the red carpet. Wearing a blue Armani Privé gown with a curvy bodice and bowed front creating a twist on the classic silhouette. Her confidence brought the structural gown to life.
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Danai Gurira
Actress Danai from the Black Panther cast looking fierce. She called attention to her close- shaven hair by adding metallic white colouring to the razor detailing. She wore a light blush gown by Gabriela Hearst. Her bold choice had everyone talking.
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Taraji P. Henson
Can you think of stronger, sassier, realer woman than Taraji? We can’t! Aside from her sly comments on the red carpet, her dress also had eyes widening. With a slit running all the way up her leg, Taraji was turning heads. When asked about her dress she responded, ‘It could go higher! I’m not afraid!’
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Saoirse Ronan
The Lady Bird Star and best Actress winner Saoirse wore a pin Calvin Klein dress. It maintained the perfect balance of soft and structured, accentuated by an oversized bow. The beautiful gown, along with her newly cropped hair, will sit alongside other memorable Oscar red carpet moments.
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Emma Stone
Making headlines while presenting the award for best director, Emma Stone threw shade at the category’s gender imbalance when she said, “These four men and Greta Gerwig created their own masterpieces this year.” She was seen wearing an elegant Louis Vuitton pantsuit with a pink belt adorned with a bow on the red carpet. Wearing strong colours gave an empowered edge to her look.
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Gal Gadot
When the Wonder Woman Star stepped onto the red carpet it was not an average movie star moment. She turned heads in a Givenchy silver gown paired with a striking Tiffany & Co necklace with over a thousand diamonds. Turns out a girl will wait over a year for her diamonds!
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Zendaya
The young actress put on a stylish show at the 90th Oscar awards. She was wearing a dark chocolate chiffon gown by Giambattista Valli Haute Couture. The one- shoulder gown brings a lot of couture volume without any fuss. She accessorised with beautiful drop earrings and a diamond cuff.
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Greta Gerwig
Nominated for best director and screenplay for Lady Bird, Greta showed off her fresh new hair cut in a bright gown. She lightened up the red carpet with her yellow detailed look paired with a beautiful necklace and matching ring.
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Jennifer Lawrence
The Red Sparrow actress was dripping in gold on the red carpet. Her gorgeous strapless Christian Dior metallic gown had everyone talking.
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