2024 Oscars Best Dressed
The biggest night in film is here! On Sunday night, the stars of the most important movies of the year came together to celebrate themselves and their peers’ achievements at the 96th Acadamy Awards. With the prestige that comes with the event, the red carpet fashion tends to be the most elegant and extravagant of the awards season.
PhotoBook’s Top 5 Best Dressed: Womenswear
America Ferrera in Versace styled by Karla Welch
America Ferrera’s Barbie pink sparkling gown by Versace was the perfect choice for the first-time nominee. Elegant, eye-catching, and a nod to the work your nominated for is the formula for the perfect Oscars look.
Emma Stone in Louis Vuitton styled by Petra Flannery
Emma Stone also went the route of giving a subtle nod to the work she was representing, and ended up winning for. This Louis Vuitton corsetted peplum gown is reminiscent of her character in Poor Things, whose wardrobe is made up of surrealist exaggerations of 1880s fashion.
Sandra Hüller in Schiaparelli styled by Jordan Johnson
Nominee Sandra Hüller’s Schiaparelli gown was a modern twist on classic Hollywood glamor. The velvet couture gown adorned with Schiaparelli’s signature keyhole is pure elegance and the exaggerated neckline makes it showstopping.
Greta Lee in Loewe styled by Danielle Goldberg
Greta Lee has been a standout this entire awards season and her Oscars gown was no exception. The velvet gown’s draped halter flows down to the floor and back up to her waist give the otherwise classic gown a chic edge.
Anya Taylor Joy in Christian Dior styled by Ryan Hastings
Anya Taylor Joy’s Dior gown was a reference to the brand’s iconic “Junon” dress from 1949. Choosing to make this version a column gown gives this classic piece of fashion history a modern twist.
Photobook’s Top 5 Best Dressed: Menswear
Ramy Youssef in Zegna
Ramy Youssef’s Zegna blazer was worn atop a custom-made thobe which was originally made for his wedding. The personal touch of wearing a cultural garment made for such a memorable day at an event celebrating your career is such a special touch.
Ncuti Gatwa in Givenchy styled by Felicity Kay
A classic tux is always a good choice for an award show of this caliber, but the high-waisted pant and slightly oversized jacket of this version on Ncuti Gatwa gives the fashion staple a contemporary twist.
Omar Rudberg in Prada
Omar Rudberg went shirtless in a cropped Prada blazer and accessorized with a grommet belt and nail lapel pin. This look is such a fresh take on red carpet menswear.
Colman Domingo in Louis Vuitton styled by Wayman and Micah
Colman Domingo has been referred to by many as the best dressed man this award season and the Oscars was no exception. His Louis Vuitton suit with flared pants, cowboy boots, and embellished bowtie was such a standout look.
Riz Ahmed in Marni styled by Julie Ragolia
Another unconventional look for red carpet menswear came from Riz Ahmed’s Marni look. Forgoing a classic blazer in favor of a duo-toned coat with raw edges.
Photobook’s Top 5 Best Styling
Andrew Mukamal styling Carey Mulligan in Balenciaga
Carey Mulligan’s gorgeous Balenciaga ballgown was a replica of a 1951 gown by the brand’s founder, Cristóbal Balenciaga. The sleek hair and minimal makeup and jewelry let the timeless dress shine.
Jason Rembert styling Lily Gladstone in Gucci in collaboration with Joe Big Mountain
Lily Gladstone became the first Native American actress to be nominated in the Best Actress category and she chose the red carpet to shine a light on her heritage. Designed by Gucci, the dress features quillwork by Indigenous artist Joe Big Mountain.
Christina Pacelli styling Laverne Cox in vintage Thierry Mugler
Laverne Cox wore a stunning vintage Mugler gown from 1986 to host the Oscars red carpet. The glamorous gown is from her own personal archive of vintage clothing.
Chloe Hartstein styling Grace Gummer in Gucci
Grace Gummer’s red sequinned plunging Gucci gown sparkles enough on its own but the long art-deco necklace added that extra bit of extravagance the Oscars calls for.
Jason Bolden styling Cynthia Erivo in Louis Vuitton
Presenting with her Wicked co-star Ariana Grande, it’s hard to imagine Cynthia Erivo’s green leather gown wasn’t a nod to her upcoming role as Elphaba.
The Oscars red carpet has become one of the biggest nights in fashion. From vintage classics to modern trends, the stars definitely dressed their best for the occasion.
Article + Tearsheets by Skylar Elizabeth, Editorial Assistant, PhotoBook Magazine
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