Oscars 2023 Red Carpet Review
It’s finally here: films’ biggest night, The Academy Awards. And while the event's primary purpose is to celebrate incredible achievements in film, it’s also a chance to see some of the best fashion red carpets offers. With a formal dress code and the chance to have the biggest moment of your career, the stars are sure to make a statement with their looks. Check out PhotoBook’s favorite looks of the night!
Photobook’s Top 5 Best Dressed
Cara Delevigne in Elie Saab styled by Rob Zangardi and Mariel Haenn
Cara Delevigne’s first public appearance since her raw cover interview with Vogue where she opened up about her sobriety was one of the strongest comebacks we’ve seen on a red carpet. The dramatic ball gown and diamond necklace with the simple hair and makeup let her natural beauty shine.
Sandra Oh in Giambattista Valli styled by Jordan Johnson Chung
Amidst a sea of neutral gowns, Sandra Oh’s orange draped gown was a much-needed breath of fresh air. Her stunning vintage Harry Winston necklace and her tousled updo were the perfect balancing act for a red carpet look fit for a goddess.
Lenny Kravitz in Saint Laurent styled by Rodney Burns
Lenny Kravitz is one of the few male celebrities who consistently takes risks with his fashion and it paid off yet again. His draped silk jumpsuit was the perfect choice for a rockstar performing at the biggest award show of the season; a little bit of edge yet still formal.
Kate Hudson in Rodarte styled by Sophie Lopez
Rodarte’s embroidered silver mermaid gown with ruffled sleeves and a long train on Kate Hudson was nothing short of ethereal. Hudson’s dramatic waves and simple earrings let the dress itself shine, literally.
Michelle Williams in Chanel styled by Kate Young
Michelle Williams looked truly angelic in this embroidered Chanel gown with a matching cape. Her signature pixie cut, red lip, and diamond choker kept the look from being too demure and took it to a level worthy of every best dressed list.
Photobook’s Top Brand
Louis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton dressed some of the biggest names of the night including nominees Barry Keoghan, Ana de Armas, and Cate Blanchett to presenters Deepika Padukone and Jennifer Connelly.
Barry Keoghan
Ana de Armas
Cate Blanchett
Deepika Padukone
Jennifer Connelly
Photobook’s Top 5 Stylists
Andrew Mukamal styling Margot Robbie in Armani Privė
Margot Robbie made a surprise appearance at the ceremony with a surprise new stylist, Andrew Mukamal. The black sequined gown was a beautifully classic look to start off his hopefully long career with Robbie, at least long enough for an equally sparkly Barbie press tour.
Thomas Carter Phillips styling Danai Gurira in Jason Wu
The stand-out of Danai Gurira’s look is obviously her towering updo that paid homage to both her African heritage and the film she’s representing, Black Panther. Philips’ styling with a sleek but voluminous gown perfectly matched the drama of the beauty look.
Jason Bolden styling Vanessa Hudgens in vintage Chanel
A vintage look on a red carpet is always special, but vintage on a red carpet that everyone is watching is even more impactful. Jason Bolden’s classic styling of Vanessa Hudgens in a vintage Chanel gown proves that sustainability has a place in these big events.
Warren Alfie Baker styling Harry Shum Jr. in Adeam
Another person who used their red carpet look to honor their heritage was Harry Shum Jr. The classic tuxedo was altered with a sash and an overlapping collar to mimic traditional Eastern garments. Warren Alfie Baker’s collaboration with both Shum and Adeam was a masterclass in making a look filled with meaningful choices.
Monty Jackson styling Jenny Slate in Thom Browne
Monty Jackson’s styling of Jenny Slate’s structured Thom Browne gown and tiny cropped blazer was an immediate stand-out. Between the proportions of the dress itself, the bold lipstick and slicked hair, and the unexpected green jewelry, it was such an exciting look.
The Oscars red carpet definitely lived up to the hype leading up to it. The looks ranged from classic to innovative, billowing gowns to plunging jumpsuits, making for an electrifying evening in fashion.
Article + Photos by Skylar Elizabeth, Contributor, PhotoBook Magazine
Tearsheets by Alexa Dyer, Graphic Designer, PhotoBook Magazine
Images: Getty Images
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