The Oscars recognize the best of the best in the world of cinematography. But, sometimes it’s the red carpet looks that steal the show.
Awards season is exciting and we start looking forward to the events when they select the nominees. Friends make bets and everyone rushed to see all the films in order to make informed opinion about which deserve to win. There is no ceremony bigger than the Oscars, and nobody misses it. Even if you are not a fan of the seventh art, you surely know who the winners and nominees are.
Hillary Swank
- Who dressed her? Guy Laroche
- What year? 2005
A navy blue dress with an open back that accentuated her silhouette designed by Hervé L. Leroux, this garment made her one of the best-dressed women on the red carpet not only of that year but of the entire history of the Oscars .
Why did she go to the Oscars? She was nominated for, and won, for her performance in Million Dollar Baby.
Penelope Cruz
- Who dressed her? Atelier Versace
- What year? 2007
This princess cut dress in an opaque salmon pink hue with a feather detail on the skirt positioned the Spanish actress as a style icon. The garment combined the sensuality and femininity of the Italian brand.
Why did she go to the Oscars? She was nominated for her role in the movie Volver.
Halle Berry
- Who dressed her? Elie Saab
- What year? 2002
The year the actress won the coveted golden statuette, and she did so dressed in a beautiful creation from the Lebanese designer. This see-through mesh dress with flower trim and a burgundy satin skirt is one of the designer’s most famous looks.
Why did she go to the Oscars? She won the Oscar for Best Actress for her performance in Monster’s Ball.
Julia Roberts
- Who dressed her? Valentino
- What year? 2001
At the 73rd Oscar Awards, the actress decided to wear a beautiful vintage design from the Italian brand. The garment was a black dress with white trim from Valentino’s 1992 Haute Couture collection. The designer said that seeing Julia Roberts in this look was one of the highlights of his career.
Why did she go to the Oscars? She received the statuette for her role in the film Erin Brockovich.
Jennifer Lopez
- Who dressed her? Tom Ford
- What year? 2019
J.Lo always looks spectacular on any red carpet–how could we forget the famous Jungle Dress of the Grammys? For the 2019 Oscars ceremony, this multifaceted and talented woman looked spectacular in a mosaic sequined gown from Texan designer Tom Ford. The singer and actress was literally shining on the red carpet.
Why did she go to the Oscars? She presented, alongside Chris Evans, the award for Best Production Design.
Celine Dion
- Who dressed her? Dior
- What year? 1999
Celine Dion is an icon, and as such, she has given us thousands of memorable looks. But this Dior outfit by John Galliano is one of the most avant-garde we’ve seen the actress wear. Very few women have worn pants on the red carpet, but for Celine didn’t care and wore a signature white tuxedo (backwards), and we applaud her for that.
Why did she go to the Oscars? She and Andrea Bocelli sang “The Prayer” from Quest for Camelot.
Viola Davis
- Who dressed her? Michael Kors
- What year? 2018
Gorgeous and impressive–that’s the only way to describe Viola Davis during the 90th Academy Awards. In a bubblegum pink dress by Michael Kors, a pink satin clutch with crystal buckle by Roger Vivier, diamond jewelery by Norman Silverman and a charming smile, she conquered the red carpet.
Why did she go to the Oscars? She presented the award for Best Supporting Actor
Marion Cotillard
- Who dressed her? Jean Paul Gaultier
- What year? 2008
Marion Cotillard took Hollywood by storm. In 2008, she was nominated for Best Actress for her role in La Vie en Rose. And she confirmed her star status when she wore this stunning mermaid gown that took the “mermaid” part quite literally. And just like a mythical creature, the actress charmed all of Hollywood and the world with her spell.
Why did she go to the Oscars? She took home the statuette for Best Actress.
Lupita Nyong’o
- Who dressed her? Prada
- What year? 2014
With a custom-made design from Prada, Lupita impressively closed an award season. The actress arrived in a sky blue pleated Greek-style dress, inspired by champagne bubbles. According to the Kenyan actress, she likes the color because it reminds her of home.
Why did she go to the Oscars? She won the Oscar for Best Actress thanks to her role in 12 Years a Slave.
Nicole Kidman
- Who dressed her? Balenciaga
- What year? 2007
Since the 90s, the Australian actress has been one of the most glamorous and elegant women on the red carpet. In 2007, Kidman wore a red halter dress with an oversized bow detail at the neck that was quite caused quite a stir, but to date remains one of the most memorable on the Oscars red carpet.
Why did she go to the Oscars? She presented the award for Best Art Direction.
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