Leaving behind a politically charged awards season in support of the Time’s Up movement, which witnessed stars wearing all-black outfits at the Golden Globes and the BAFTAs, the 90th Oscar Academy Awards marked the return to colors and bold fashion choices. The Time’s Up organizers didn’t request the unofficial dress code in an attempt to highlight that the importance of the movement goes beyond the red carpet. ‘Time’s Up was launched on the red carpet, but was never intended to live there’, stated Shonda Rhimes, one of the movement’s founders. White gowns were a big trend on the red carpet this year, but many stars opted for bold tones and head-to-toe sparkle. Take a look at the best looks from this year’s Academy Awards.
1. Sandra Bullock
Sandra Bullock looked stunning in a custom-made, gold and black ombré Louis Vuitton gown. The shimmering halter neck gown with a ruffle down the side highlighted her figure. The 53-year-old actress polished the look with a matching clutch, simple makeup, as well as sleek and straight hairstyle.
2. Nicole Kidman
Nicole Kidman stole the show wearing a royal blue Armani Privé gown with an oversized bow and thigh-high slit. The ‘Big Little Lies’ star paired the strapless dress with Fred Leighton diamond drop earrings and bracelets, Christian Louboutin shoes, and a matching clutch.
3. Margot Robbie
The first-time Oscar nominee Margot Robbie looked like a goddess in a white Chanel column gown with off-shoulders embroidered straps, designed by Karl Lagerfeld himself. The young actress chose white Roger Vivier heels, star-shaped diamond stud earrings, and a plastic handbag to complete the romantic look.
4. Lupita Nyong’o
Lupita Nyong’o’s fashion sense is evolving with each red carpet appearance. Always a showstopper, the actress appeared on the red carpet in a gold, one-shouldered custom Atelier Versace gown with a thigh-high slit, channeling her inner Wakandan goddess. She matched the gown with a Versace clutch and Alexandre Birman shoes, as well as Niwaka jewelry.
5. Taraji P. Henson
Taraji P. Henson rocked a custom sheer black Vera Wang gown with an ultra-high slit. She added Jimmy Choo strappy sandals and Roberto Coin jewelry to her edgy look. Henson’s bold style was completed with rich plum lipstick and shiny silver eyeshadow.
6. Zendaya
Zendaya rocked a classic-with-a-twist outfit at the 90th Academy Awards’ red carpet. She looked like a Grecian goddess in a draped one-sleeved Giambattista Valli brown gown with a train. Her look featured diamond drop earrings, a matching bracelet, and rings.
7. Allison Janney
Allison Janney, who won the Best Supporting Actress award, stunned in a classic red Reem Acra gown with flowing, floor-length sleeves. The ‘I, Tonya’ actress completed the look with Jimmy Choo heels a Roger Vivier clutch, as well as a Forevermark diamond choker, earrings, and bracelet worth more than $4 million.
8. Jennifer Lawrence
Per usual, Jennifer Lawrence looked gorgeous in her shimmery Dior gown with spaghetti straps. The sequined dress featured a fitted bodice which reminisces a warrior armor. The ‘Red Sparrow’ actress completed her fierce look with dramatic makeup and wavy hairstyle.
9. Saoirse Ronan
The young actress opted for a strapless and sleek gown in pale pink color. The simple and sleek yet glamorous Calvin Klein dress with an oversized bow in the back was paired with Christian Louboutin heels and Cartier jewelry.
10. Sofia Carson
The young actress made a statement with her red Giambattista Valli gown with a floor-length cape. She completed the dramatic dress with Jimmy Choo heels and a Chopard diamond necklace, while she kept her hairstyle simple and sleek wearing a ponytail.
The the most fashionable event of the year marked the end of the 2018 awards season. The Academy Awards’ red carpet attendees showed off the Hollywood glam rocking bold and colorful outfits which will certainly leave a mark in the fashion world. Don’t forget to check CelebJury for more celebrity news.