The last great hurrah in the awards season calendar: the Oscars 2023 is finally here. Now in its 95th year, the ceremony will once again be returning to the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles to crown the latest recipients of Hollywood’s highest accolade.
But, before the teary acceptance speeches can commence, there’s the small matter of the red carpet to attend to and, with this year’s nominees including fashion-forward stars such as Cate Blanchett, Paul Mescal and Ana de Armas, expectations are high. Stay with us as we bring you the biggest, boldest and most talked about red-carpet looks from the 2023 Academy Awards.
Vanessa Hudgens
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Monochrome proved to be a big trend at the BAFTAs and, if Vanessa Hudgens’ timeless (literally, it’s vintage) Chanel strapless gown is anything to go by, may be a hit at the Oscars too. Do I wish the dress had been a smidge longer? Sure – but she gets points for an interesting up ‘do and great jewellery.
Fan Bingbing
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Chinese actress Fan Bingbing has become something of a fashion world darling over the past few years – thanks in large part to her penchant for wearing big, camera-stopping gowns on the red carpet. So, of course, she pulled out all the stops for the Oscars. Her Tony Ward Couture gown is likely to prove divisive but I’m loving the Old Hollywood vibe.
Ashley Graham
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Models can always be counted upon to bring the drama to the red carpet and Ashley Graham did not disappoint at the 2023 Oscars. She may have chosen head-to-toe black but watch her work those cut outs and OTT sleeves like a pro.
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