This year’s Academy Awards ceremony brought to light many contrasting styles and trends that have not been confirmed elsewhere - and last night the shift has been made, solidifying what many have been trying to establish in the last few fashion seasons alone.
While some celebrities stayed true to the traditional dress look, a few captured our attention by redefining what was once considered a taboo or unacceptable outfit, especially for a night out at the Oscars, while reclaiming their own personal style.
From Timothée Chalamet in Louis Vuitton to Kristen Stewart in Chanel, many notable Hollywood stars began turning heads in individual pieces confirming once and for all that the new trends are here to stay - trends which were not fully convinced, despite earlier fashion shows and designer collections focusing on subjects such as non-binary fashion, simplicity mixed with athleticism finished with elements from the 80’s, 90’s and now early 2000’s.
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Favorites of the night include Best Actress Award winner Jessica Chastain in Gucci (who later substituted the gorgeous mermaid gown for the brand’s latest haute couture evening dress in green silk). Zendaya arrived in a stunning Valentino Haute Couture and Demi Singleton in Miu Miu to name a few.
Though not all nominees and presenters actively spoke out against Russia’s war with Ukraine, a few noteworthy celebrities showed their support with Ukraine colors while also taking a moment of silence symbolizing the atrocities that are currently unfolding in Eastern Europe.
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Surprisingly, male stars became particularly memorable for their fashion choices this year, in comparison to the previous Oscar ceremonies, some of whom stole the show for their different color and textured tux’s.
Javier Bardem, Simu Liu in Versace, Riz Ahmed, Jason Momoa, DJ D-Nice, and Benedict Cumberbatch accompanied with his wife Sophie Hunter in Dior Haute Couture all substituted the traditional black and white tuxedo for suits made with faux snake skin and velvet textures, burgundy colors and more.
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The exquisite Lupita Nyong’o came, conquered and delivered in a golden sequined Prada dress finished with rose petals - needless to say she was absolutely show-stopping.
Best Supporting Actress nominee Kristen Dunst arrived in a stunning red ruffled Chanel dress, accompanied with husband Jesse Plemons, also nominated for Best Supporting Actor.
Power of the Dog and its cast was one of the biggest hits of the evening. Best Supporting Actor nominee Kodi Smit-McPhee from Jane Champion epic western drama arrived in a jaw dropping baby blue Bottega Veneta tuxedo. Meanwhile Oscars Presenter Simu Liu from Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings wore a red Versace suit finished with gold detailing.
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It was also a big night for the disabled community, which includes CODA, the film that has introduced newcomers such as actress Emilia Jones, who showed off a midriff cut-out bedazzled gown.
Pink and soft tones were obviously the main focus on the evening, with additional celebrities like Lily James arriving in a Atelier Versace gown finished with lace, Zoë Kravitz wearing a light pink strapless gown by Yves Saint Laurent and Colombian actor Sebastián Yatra wearing a daring pink suit.
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Valentino made sure singer, actress Zendaya turned heads in a silver skirt and white cream silk shirt, finished with diamond bracelets, further establishing her as the next style icon of her Gen Z generation.
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-Natalia Ortonowska ©