The best Oscar dresses: plunging necklines and feathers

BarcelonaThe Oscars, the most anticipated film event of the year, are also a fashion celebration thanks to the red carpet. Often criticized for being conservative, this year saw classic dresses, but also some of the latest trends showcased by major fashion houses.

Rose Byrne

The protagonist of If I could, I'd kick you. She was one of the best dressed of the night thanks to a beautiful black dress with floral embroidery that is a reinterpretation of one of the looks Spring collection from JW Anderson's first at the helm of Dior (the Northern Irish designer has been the creative director of the French fashion house since 2015). The Australian actress almost never misses the mark on a red carpet, and this awards season she has proven it on more than one occasion. like with the green Chanel suit at the Golden Globes.

Anne Hathaway

Surprisingly, Anne Hathaway, one of the actresses always praised as a fashion icon, has chosen a suit that strongly resembles Byrne's, albeit with some differences. look of the protagonist ofThe devil wears PradaIt was also black and floral, but more fitted, and in her case, it was complemented by a very wide belt and black gloves that extended well past her elbows.

Jessie Buckley

While Rose Byrne is always one of the best dressed on the red carpet, Jessie Buckley, star of HamnetIt's more uneven. However, on Oscar night, the Irishwoman played it safe with an elegant dress, without too many surprises, beyond opting for color and avoiding the dreaded (and repetitive) black. The Chanel design consisted of a pink skirt and a red boat-neck top. The silhouette was reminiscent of...old Hollywood, and indeed many specialized magazines, have compared it to the dress Grace Kelly wore to the 1955 Oscars ceremony. At that time, Hollywood stars didn't yet wear designer labels, and the dresses they wore to the Oscars were often made by the wardrobe department. This is the case with Grace Kelly's dress, whose exact designer remains unknown to this day.

Nicole Kidman

Chanel was also Nicole Kidman's choice of designer, although in her case she opted for a slightly bolder and more sensual style than Buckley's. The star of Moulin Rouge She was one of the representatives of one of the night's trends: feathers. The dusted pink silk dress consisted of a bustier with white and grey crystals and a peplum waist with beige and pink feathers, nude and apricot blossoms, which also cascaded down the hillside.

Demi Moore

Demi Moore, also covered in feathers, has recently appeared, specializing in looks A high-impact look on the red carpet. The Gucci suit she chose for the Oscars is a work of art: iridescent black and green feathers that created a stunning effect I degraded, So Moore seemed almost to transform into a bird.

Elle Fanning

Veterans like Kidman and Moore have taken risks, but younger actresses have opted for classicism, as is the case with Elle Fanning. The actress from Sentimental value She has a penchant for princess-like style, and this time was no exception: a Givenchy gown with a tightly fitted corset and a voluminous skirt. All white with floral embellishments, mainly on the neckline and the hem of the skirt. A dress somewhere between bridal fashion and a modern Cinderella.

Among the actresses who chose shades of white for the red carpet was Emma Stone, who wore a Louis Vuitton gown, for which she has been an ambassador since 2017. The empire-waist design stands out for its simplicity, but is enhanced by its open back.

Gwyneth Paltrow

Following in Emma Stone's footsteps, Gwyneth Paltrow opted for white and simplicity. A straight-cut, ivory Armani Privé suit is the epitome of understated elegance, surely one of the concepts that best suits the actress, who had been away from film for years to dedicate herself to her wellness company. A somewhat unoriginal, but very effective, stylistic choice.

Teyana Taylor

At the opposite end of the spectrum from Paltrow is Teyana Taylor, who never opts for the conservative choice and always manages to surprise with her outfit. On Oscar night, the actress fromOne battle after another She wore Chanel, just like Kidman. Taylor's and the Australian actress's outfits had some things in common, like the feathers. The singer and model's design was black and white and featured a semi-sheer bodice and a powerful train covered in feathers.

Kate Hudson

Kate Hudson did share Paltrow's style, at least in terms of designer choice, standing out in a two-piece aquamarine suit: a corset with a sweetheart neckline and peplum detail, paired with a straight skirt. The sculpted silhouette was accentuated by the beading.

Pedro Pascal

One of the actors nominated for best-dressed of the night was Pedro Pascal, who for this gala said goodbye to his signature beard. The Chilean-born actor surprised everyone with a look Designed by Chanel, which traditionally doesn't make menswear, but on this occasion dressed him in a stylish white shirt featuring a large white flower on the side. For a modern touch, Pascal opted not to wear the blazer men usually wear on these occasions.

Paul Mescal

Paul Mescal has nothing to envy Pedro Pascal in terms of style. The star of Hamnet He's always elegant without sacrificing a touch of modernity. The Irishman wore Celine, with a reinterpretation of a classic suit. Instead of a blazer, he wore a jacket closer to a cardigan, and instead of a tie, a very thin bow tie.

Gracie Abrams

Mescal did not attend the gala alone, but accompanied by his partner, the singer Gracie Abrams, with whom he forms one of the power couple of the moment. Abrams was one of the few guests who opted for a two-piece outfit. In her case, it was a Chanel design consisting of a black sequined top that revealed her midriff and a matching black skirt with sequins along the sides. To complete the look, she wore a very fine black shawl.

Timothée Chalamet

While the Mescal-Abrams duo have been the kings of black, Timothée Chalamet has opted for immaculate white in a double-breasted suit. Everything about it look It's by Givenchy. The distinctive touch was provided by a pair of white boots.

Chase Infinity

The Oscars red carpet isn't just for veteran stars; new generations are making their mark too. In her debut at the Academy Awards, Chase Infinity, fromOne battle after anotherShe appeared on the red carpet in a figure-hugging lavender Louis Vuitton gown featuring a layered, asymmetrical side train.

Oliver Laxe

Director Oliver Laxe is one of those who has opted for a look Completely black, by the Galician firm Adolfo Domínguez, decorated only with a watermelon pin, the symbol of solidarity with Palestine.

Jacob Elordi

Black and classicism was the choice of Australian actor Jacob Elordi, who wore a black tuxedo by Bottega Veneta and jewelry by Cartier.