For us, the red carpet fashion at the Oscars is every bit as exciting as the ceremony itself because that's when all the beautiful dresses get to come out and play. Go ahead, admit it…like us, you too were tuned in to the live Oscar telecast yesterday and had enjoyed playing fashion critic, commenting on and discussing about "who wore what" as celebrities strutted down the red carpet. The star-studded award ceremony certainly did not disappoint even though our favourite Oscar style icons Nicole Kidman and Angelina Jolie were notable no-shows.
This year, dresses that were strapless, had fitted bodice and full skirt dominated the red carpet while shimmering neutrals seem to be the colors of choice . Jeweled details were also very popular, and in many cases eliminated the need for statement accessories.
Below is a round-up of our favourite looks from Hollywood’s biggest night – all winners in their own right:
Anna Kendrick (a Best Supporting Actress nominee for her role in Up in the Air) sashayed down the red carpet in a delicate pale pink off-shoulder Elie Saab Haute Couture gown and Judith Leiber clutch. The only aspect of her that we felt needed a bit of work, was her hair.
Another favourite of ours was Demi Moore, who, in her romantic blush Atelier Versace tiered gown, had us drooling. We all wanna be ageless like Demi!
Worth noting also was Queen Latifah, who proved that curvy can be sexy and she looked regal in a jewelled one-shouldered gown with a mermaid-style bottom by Badgley Mischka, simple updo and jewels by Chopard.
Finally, Carrie Mulligan looked absolutely ravishing in Prada and that gorgeous pixie hair! She goes for classic with a twist in her gown embellished with Swarovski crystals and (get this) tiny forks, knives, bolts and scissors! She gets our award as the best dressed for the evening. The Prada was classic but original, attention grabbing but subtle. We seriously heart this gown, despite her claims that she didn’t choose it to make a statement. Oh, and if you haven't seen her in An Education yet, the movie she was nominated Best Actress for, go and see it now. It’s fab!
Who were your Oscar favourites?
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