At the Oscars, fashion often holds as much significance as the films themselves, with Hollywood’s biggest stars gracing the red carpet in eye-catching ensembles ahead of Sunday’s ceremony in Los Angeles.
Among the standouts was Cynthia Erivo, known for her role in Wicked, who paid homage to her character Elphaba by donning a rich green velvet ballgown. Though she did not secure the award for Best Actress, she did win recognition for having the best nails.
Her co-star, Ariana Grande, a nominee for Best Supporting Actress, opted for a striking champagne-colored Schiaparelli gown. However, practicality took precedence, and she switched outfits before taking the stage to open the show alongside Erivo.
Best Actor nominee Timothée Chalamet introduced a splash of brightness to the red carpet with a daffodil-colored Givenchy tuxedo. Meanwhile, Demi Moore, who was nominated for Best Actress for her role in The Substance, exuded classic Hollywood elegance in a jeweled silver gown.
Ultimately, Moore lost to newcomer Mikey Madison, who made a sartorial nod to Breakfast at Tiffany’s, another tale centered on a sex worker. Madison’s choice was a baby pink and black column Dior gown, paired with a Tiffany’s necklace from the 1910s—a look reminiscent of Audrey Hepburn’s iconic style.
Selena Gomez, star of Emilia Perez, embraced timeless glamour with a figure-hugging silhouette. Meanwhile, Zoë Saldaña opted for a dramatic maroon duvet-dress featuring a jewel-encrusted bustier. Saldaña later secured the award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in Emilia Perez.
Another Best Actor contender, Colman Domingo, has been a style icon throughout the awards season. He explained that his choice of a red custom Valentino jacket symbolized love. Andrew Garfield, dressed in a sharp brown suit, took to the stage as one of the evening’s presenters.
Margaret Qualley, who starred in The Substance, wore a backless Chanel gown accentuated with a backward diamond necklace. Felicity Jones, a British actress nominated for Best Supporting Actress for The Brutalist, dazzled in a slinky metallic custom Armani Privé dress.
Jeff Goldblum, known for his role in Wicked, sported a floral shirt paired with real flowers adorning his white dinner jacket. He was accompanied on the red carpet by his wife, Emilie Livingston.
Monica Barbaro, nominated for her portrayal of Joan Baez in A Complete Unknown, chose a Dior gown with a voluminous skirt. Her co-star, Elle Fanning, opted for a lace-layered Givenchy dress cinched with a long black ribbon belt.
Michelle Yeoh, last year’s Best Actress winner, attended the event in a sophisticated blue Balenciaga gown, joining her fellow Wicked cast members.
Rachel Zegler, soon to appear in a Snow White remake, turned heads in a strapless, studded sheer Dior gown. British actress Raffey Cassidy, part of The Brutalist cast, showcased a flowing gown accented with a giant bow.
Jeremy Strong, nominated for Best Supporting Actor, marked his return to the Oscars red carpet in an olive suit paired with a quirky matching tie. His presence was particularly notable, given that decades ago, he had watched the ceremony from the bleachers as a young fan.
Ana de Armas, who was among the evening’s award presenters, embraced elegance in a sleek black dress with an intricately jeweled halter neckline.
Double Oscar winner Emma Stone channeled 1920s glamour with a shimmering Louis Vuitton dress reminiscent of the flapper era. Meanwhile, Nosferatu star Lily-Rose Depp opted for a sheer floral lace Chanel creation.
Miley Cyrus also embraced gothic glamour, donning a beaded black Alexander McQueen gown with a halter neck and lace gloves.
British actress Yasmin Finney, known for Heartstopper and Doctor Who, made a bold statement in a dress adorned with tall feathers.
K-pop sensation Lisa of Blackpink took to the red carpet in a dramatic floor-length black-and-white jacket and shirt by Markgong, accentuated with a red floral brooch. Later in the evening, she took the stage to perform Live and Let Die in a tribute segment honoring the James Bond film franchise.
Another performer in the James Bond tribute was UK singer Raye, who captivated audiences in a red Vivienne Westwood creation.
Halle Berry shimmered in a gown with a mirrored mosaic effect, adding to the night’s display of dazzling fashion.
Among the nominees, Edward Norton was in contention for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of folk music legend Pete Seeger in A Complete Unknown.
Beloved animated characters Wallace and Gromit joined Hollywood’s elite on the red carpet after Vengeance Most Fowl received a nomination for Best Animated Film. They made their appearance alongside creator Nick Park, producer Richard Beek, and co-director Merlin Crossingham.
Veteran actress Isabella Rossellini, who earned her first Oscar nomination for playing a nun in Conclave, paid homage to her cinematic legacy by wearing a blue velvet gown—a nod to her 1986 breakthrough film, Blue Velvet.
Four-time Oscars host Whoopi Goldberg returned to the stage as a presenter, wearing an ensemble described by designer Christian Siriano as resembling “liquid water” due to its reflective quality.
Best Actor winner Adrien Brody maintained a traditional approach with his suit, which featured intricate bird-shaped beading on the shoulder.
Grammy-nominated artist Omar Apollo brought avant-garde flair with a netted veil, paired with a black-and-white spotted shirt and scarf.
Bowen Yang, who was part of the Wicked cast and had previously announced the Oscar nominations in January, made a stylish entrance in a jacket embellished with floral details and a frilled pink shirt.
The Oscars red carpet once again served as a platform for stars to showcase their bold and extravagant fashion choices, with each look reflecting a unique blend of personality, artistic homage, and glamour.