NEW YORK – The anticipation is building for the Oscars as celebrities prepare to dazzle on the red carpet. The event is sure to be filled with glamour and style as actors like Mikey Madison, Timothée Chalamet, Danielle Deadwyler, Ariana Grande, and Cynthia Erivo are set to stun in striking ensembles.
Julianne Hough was among the first to impress, sporting a graceful light beige ensemble from the latest Christian Dior collection. The 97th Academy Awards comes on the heels of the distressing Los Angeles fires, which had briefly dampened the fashion scene. Now, with recovery underway, Hollywood’s finest are stepping up their chic wardrobe choices for the industry’s grandest night.
Though some stars lean towards classic elegance, others embrace bolder styles. Margot Robbie recently sported a signature Barbie pink, while Grande has stuck mostly to a softer palette, mirroring her Glinda character from “Wicked.” Her co-star, Erivo, is known for her daring fashion choices. Last seen at the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) awards, she chose a striking silver Givenchy outfit in place of her character Elphaba’s trademark black, complete with an impressive shaggy collar.
Chalamet has been experimenting with his red carpet looks as he garners attention for his portrayal of Bob Dylan in “A Complete Unknown.” Recently at the SAGs, he brought a vivid brat green shirt into the spotlight, pairing it with a sleek black leather suit and bolo tie—tributes to the legendary musician he embodies on screen.
Deadwyler is another risk-taker, having turned heads in a remarkable Louis Vuitton red strapless gown with 3D tiered layers at the SAGs.
Fashion enthusiasts are also looking out for nominees and presenters known for their sartorial flair like Jeremy Strong, who sported a mint green velvet suit from Loro Piana at the Golden Globes, complete with a matching bucket hat and a crisp white turtleneck. Strong, a supporting actor nominee, opted for a custom dusty green suit with satin lapels and a bowtie at the SAGs.
Emerging fashion icon Mikey Madison has been captivating with her vintage looks. At a recent Oscars nominees’ dinner, she chose a classic dark blue velvet Bill Blass gown from 1987 paired with a vintage Tiffany & Co. diamond necklace. Her earlier appearance at the BAFTA awards saw her in a custom ivory Prada, accompanied by a long stole. At the SAGs, she radiated in a strapless silver Louis Vuitton gown accentuated by a dramatic pleated bow, styled by Jamie Mizrahi, known for dressing stars like Adele.
For those eager to catch a glimpse of celebrity fashion, there are multiple ways to watch the Oscars red carpet. E! will broadcast “Live From E!: The Oscars” at 4 p.m. Eastern, and ABC’s pre-show coverage starts at 6:30 p.m. Eastern, available on air and via Hulu streaming.
