Oscars red carpet: Stars and fashion in pictures

Oscars Red Carpet: Celebrities and Fashion Highlights

The Academy Awards witnessed a dazzling display of style as Hollywood’s leading figures strutted across the red carpet in Los Angeles on Sunday. From bold ensembles to timeless elegance, the evening’s fashion choices were as much a highlight as the ceremony itself.

Chase Infiniti, a rising star in both acting and fashion, stunned in a lavender custom Louis Vuitton gown. Rose Byrne, nominated for *If I Had Legs I’d Kick You*, opted for a black Dior dress adorned with intricate floral embroidery. Jessie Buckley, a frontrunner for best actress, chose a vibrant red and pink outfit, a departure from her usual muted tones.

Wunmi Mosaku, nominated for best supporting actress in *Sinners*, showcased her pregnancy in a glittering gown with a daring cut-out shoulder. Renate Reinsve, another *Sinners* nominee, continued her Louis Vuitton streak with a sleek, striking red dress designed by Nicolas Ghesquiere. Demi Moore, returning after her role in *The Substance*, dazzled in a Gucci creation featuring feathers.

Emma Stone arrived in a shimmering oyster Louis Vuitton gown, while Kate Hudson made a nostalgic appearance alongside her mother Goldie Hawn—56 years after her Oscar win for *Cactus Flower*. Teyana Taylor, celebrated for her fashion-forward choices and role in *One Battle After Another*, wore a black-and-white Chanel look.

Leonardo DiCaprio, as *One Battle After Another*’s star, chose a traditional black tuxedo, contrasting with Timothée Chalamet’s all-white ensemble for *Marty Supreme*. Michael B. Jordan, also in the best actor race, added to the mix. Pedro Pascal’s oversized white floral brooch drew attention, leaving no space for a bow tie or tuxedo.

Paul Mescal joined his girlfriend Gracie Abrams on the carpet, while Chloe Zhao, director of *Hamnet*, stunned in a dramatic black gown by Gabriela Hearst with bell sleeves and a veil. Li Jun Li, *Sinners*’ star, turned heads with a sophisticated Gaurav Gupta design. Amy Madigan, nominated for best supporting actress, made a return after four decades since her last Oscar nod for *Twice in a Lifetime*.

Odessa A’zion, *Marty Supreme*’s lead, sported an embellished black gown. Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas, one of four *Sentimental Value* nominees, paired her red carpet look with co-star Elle Fanning’s white Givenchy princess gown. Last year’s best actress winner Mikey Madison, now co-writing *The Devil Wears Prada 2*, donned a matching velvet gown.

Rei Ami, Ejae, and Audrey Nuna, representing the KPop group Demon Hunters, performed their hit *Golden* during the ceremony. Nicole Kidman, a previous Oscar winner, presented an award in a Chanel ensemble. Jacob Elordi, nominated for best supporting actor in *Frankenstein*, added to the star-studded lineup.

Kieran Culkin, known for his supporting actor triumph in *A Real Pain*, returned as a presenter. Regina Hall, *One Battle After Another*’s star, chose a black and gold gown. Gwyneth Paltrow, in a white gown with a side slit, also took on a presenting role. Damson Idris, F1’s star, looked polished in an ink blue overcoat with fur accents.

As the event drew to a close, the red carpet served as a canvas for creativity, with each nominee bringing their unique flair to the night’s most anticipated spectacle.