The Oscars, the awards ceremony that celebrates excellence in films, arrives once a year; with it comes some of the most talked about fashion moments in Hollywood. Celebrities step out in gowns that have been months in the making, with each detail from the neckline to the train carefully chosen. This year, the looks ranged from feathered gowns to crystal-embellished silhouettes and detailed embroidery, showcasing the breadth of what a red carpet can hold.
Looking every bit like a real life Sleeping Beauty, Elle Fanning arrived at the Oscars in a strapless white Givenchy gown. Her fitted corset bodice was covered in glittering silver embroidery that cascaded down onto a billowing ball skirt, the silver detailing growing sparser toward the hem. The sheer tulle layers of the skirt gave the dress a voluminous feel with a dramatic train pooling at the bottom. A chunky diamond statement necklace sat at her collarbone, filling the neckline and continuing the silver motif prevalent throughout the dress. Fanning’s hair was also pulled back into a clean updo, keeping the focus on the gown.
Teyanna Taylor’s look at the Oscars was certainly one of the most memorable of the night. Donning a custom Chanel gown, the black and white dress featured a sheer bodice embroidered with pears and crystals. White layers of black and white feathers cascaded from the waist down, growing fuller toward the train pooled across the red carpet. The feathers, arranged in alternating tiers, gave the bottom half of the dress texture that contrasted with the sleek bodice above. A Tiffany & Co. diamond necklace and matching earrings drew out the white detailing woven throughout the dress, creating an overall cohesive look.
Arden Cho turned heads at the Oscars in a black lace fishtail gown by Korean designer Miss Sohee. The corset bodice had a dark, shell-like structure that added structure to the dress, while the intricate lace continued down into a fish scale patterned skirt. Draped over her arms, a voluminous green shawl embroidered with flowers, branches, and birds trailed across the red carpet, creating contrast to the dark lace of the gown. A diamond necklace framed Cho’s neckline, with matching rings and earrings complementing the look. This outfit was seemingly impossible to look away, fitting for a K-Pop Demon Hunters star.
Barbie Ferreira arrived at the Oscars in a royal blue gown designed by Zac Posen. The corseted bodice created a cinched, sculptural silhouette that flared outward into a dramatic skirt. The skirt itself was layered, with the outer layer featuring a row of buttons running down the front and an inner ruffled skirt with black lace peeking out. The same black lace detail framed the neckline and straps of the corset, bringing all the layers of the look together. Ferreira also wore long earrings and a layered gold necklace which mimicked the layered construction of the dress. Her dark hair was styled in loose waves over one shoulder, keeping the look refined without overshadowing the gown.
Kate Hudson brought a stunning look to the Oscars in a custom jade green Giorgio Armani gown. Hudson wore a statement diamond necklace that drew attention to the sweetheart neckline of the dress. The gown featured a structured top that flared outward at the waist before giving way to a smooth, fitted skirt that extended to the floor. Embellished throughout with crystals and stones, the shimmering quality of the dress made it stand out amongst other looks. Her hair was worn in loose waves and Hudson wore simple earrings to allow the rest of the look to shine.
To celebrate her Best Original Song nomination for “Golden” from K-Pop: Demon Hunters, singer Ejae fittingly arrived in a golden Dior gown. The strapless bodice was accented with bold black florals at the shoulder and hip, adding texture to the gown. The train flared outward into fringe panels that swept across the red carpet, and a delicate diamond necklace framed Ejae’s neckline. Ejae’s hair was pulled back into an updo, creating a minimal look.
