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The Oscars are as much about glitz and glamour as they are about honoring talent—and the 97th Annual Academy Awards didn’t disappoint! The red carpet brought yet another night of iconic fashion moments, proving once again that style shares the spotlight with cinema. From muted hues to scene-stealing red tones, Hollywood’s elite gave us much to talk about. Let’s break down the night’s standout looks, trends, and the designers who made the magic happen.
The overarching theme of the night was muted, understated elegance, with neutral tones ruling the carpet. However, a few daring stars stepped out in bold reds, stealing attention and giving us all a lesson in chic contrast. Beyond the color palette, there was a noticeable split between stars playing it safe and those willing to push the lines of tradition with unconventional designs. Cynthia Erivo, Halle Berry, Ariana Grande, and Colman Domingo emerged as risk-takers, making bold statements that sparked fashion debates across the internet.
Halle Berry’s Soft Elegance in Christian Siriano
Halle Berry exuded elegance and personified style, gracing the red carpet in a custom-designed Christian Siriano gown. The strapless dress featured mirrored metallic detailing hugging her curves, capturing the perfect balance of contemporary fashion and timeless beauty. Once again, Berry reminded us why she’s a red carpet heavyweight.
Cynthia Erivo’s Couture Risk in Louis Vuitton
One of the evening’s riskiest—and most talked-about—looks came courtesy of Cynthia Erivo. She stunned in a custom Louis Vuitton gown that pushed boundaries, featuring dramatic structures and avant-garde style. Erivo didn’t just attend the Oscars; she once again embodied her character Elphaba in Wicked. Without question, she continues to be one of the most memorable celebs on the red carpet, but that’s how she always does.
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Ariana Grande’s Schiaparelli Fairytale Moment
Actress and pop icon Ariana Grande channeled high-fashion and drama that her character Galenda from Wicked would wear in a Schiaparelli masterpiece. The structured gown perfectly blended regal sophistication with an air of fantasy. Grande’s look provided a subtle exaggeration that made the loudest statement with class.
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Demi Moore Brings Drama in Custom Armani Prive
Demi Moore turned heads in a custom Armani Prive design with intricate beadwork and sparkle. The plunging neckline and accumant around her hips brought sexiness with class to the red carpet. Her look is fully aligned with her comeback year, reminding us all that Demi is still every bit of “that girl”.
The 97th Oscars red carpet wasn’t just an evening of cinematic celebration but an ode to the artistry of fashion. From the soft elegance of Halle Berry to the jaw-dropping risks taken by Cynthia Erivo, the night proved that these ladies, and others, remain trailblazers both on and off the screen.
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1. Colman Domingo
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Colman Domingo at the 97th Oscars a bold ready non-traditonal tuxed by Valentino with a black collar tied at the waist paired with black pants.
2. Cynthia Erivo
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Cynthia Erivo attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a green velvet ball gown with an exaggerated collar and neckline by Louis Vuitton.
3. Ariana Grande
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Ariana Grande the 97th Annual Oscars in a powder pink strapless gown with a avant-garde skirt shape by Schiaparelli
4. Lalisa Manoban
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Lalisa Manoban known as Lisa attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a long gown by Mark Gong that is a play on menswear tuxedo.
5. Demi Moore
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Demi Moore at the 97th Oscars wearing a silver embellished custom gown by Armani Prive
6. Samuel L. Jackson
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Samuel L. Jackson at the 97th Oscars wearing a traditional tuxedo in monochromatic black
7. Doja Cat
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Doja Cat attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a leopard print mermaid gown with a train and matching sash.
8. Raye
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Raye at the 97th Oscars wearing a bold red gown with voluminous draping by Vivienne Westwood
9. Paul Tazewell
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Paul Tazewell attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a satin and black tuxedo with a nontraditional tie embleshed with a broach and cummerbund by Paul Tazewell
10. Joan chen
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Joan Chen at the 97th Annual Oscars wore a beautifully draped off the shoulder bright green gown by Elie Saab
11. Bowen Yang
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Bowen Yang attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a a black suit with colorful embroidery by Etro
12. Anok Yai
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Anok Yai attends the 97th Annual Academy Awards wearing a strapless peach satin mermaid gown with a feather boa by Marni
13. Storm Reid
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Storm Reid attends the 97th Annual Oscars in a dramatic short red gown with matching cape by Alexandre Vauthier
14. Emilie Livingston and Jeff Goldblum
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Emilie Livingston and Jeff Goldblum at the 97th Oscars wearing coordinated colorful floral looks designed by Prada
15. Omar Apollo
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Omar Apollo at the 97th Oscars wearing a black suit with accessories that pushed the fashion line including a scarf, polka dot shirt and matching headpiece
16. Bresha Webb
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Bresha Webb at the 97th Oscars wearing a vintage red Valentino dress with a peplum and bows.
17. Ryan Michelle Bathe and Stelring K. Brown
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Ryan Michelle Bathe and Sterling K. Brown attend the 97th Annual Oscars, Ryan wore a strapless gold gown, and Sterling wore a black and cream traditional tuxedo.
18. Fernanda Torres
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Fernanda Torres at the 97th Oscars wearing a black lace long sleeve Chanel gown with feathers
19. Whoopi Goldberg
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Whoopi Goldberg at the 97th Oscars wearing a silver liquid metal gown by Christian Siriano
20. Coco Jones
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Coco Jones attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a black sparkly gown
21. Mindy Kaling
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Mindy Kaling at the 97th Oscars wearing a high neck sleeveless silver mermaid gown with embleshments by Oscar De La Renta
22. Halle Berry
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Halle Berry attends the 97th Annual Oscars in a mirrored strapless gown with see-thru panels down the side by Christian Siriano
23. Felicity Jones
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Felicity Jones attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a silver satin gown with cut-outs and a bow by Armani Prive
24. Zoe Saldana
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Zoe Saldana attends the 97th Annual Oscars sheer and burgandy tiered gown and matching opera gloves by Saint Laurent
25. Lupita Nyong’o
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Lupita Nyong’o attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a white gown with an embellished sparkly top with pearl straps by Chanel
26. Bruna Marquezine
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Bruna Marquezine at the 97th Oscars wearing a fitted ivory gown with a plunging neckline and ruching on the bodice by Versace
27. H.E.R.
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H.E.R. attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a muted gold strapless gown with a matching belt by Ralph Lauren
28. Queen latifah
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Queen Latifah attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a red gown with accenuated shoulders by Christian Siriano
29. Gyle King
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Gayle King attends the 97th Annual Oscars a simple long sleeve silver gown hugging her curves
30. Selena Gomez
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Selena Gomez attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a flesh-tone sparkly gown with a trumpet bottom custom for her by Ralph Lauren
31. Timothée Chalamet
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Timothée Chalamet attends the 97th Annual Oscars in a bright yellow custom monochromatic suit by Givenchy
32. Emma Stone
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Emma Stone attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a sparkly silver plunging gown by Louis Vuitton
33. Miley Cyrus
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Miley Cyrus attends the 97th Annual Oscars in a high-neck black gown with a scarkly bodice and matching sheer gloves by Alexander McQueen
34. Andrew Garfield
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Andrew Garfield attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a monochromatic chocolate brown suit and a satin shirt without a tie.
35. Michelle Yeoh
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Michelle Yeoh attends the 97th Annual Oscars in a sapphire strapless blue gown and a long train.
36. Yvonne Orji
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Yvonne Orji attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a strapless mirrored straight gown by Pamella Roland