The 43 Best Oscars Looks Of All Time

For decades, A-listers have glammed up for the Golden Globes, turned out for the SAGs, and pulled out almost all the stops for the Grammys. But the mother of all award shows is the Oscars, where the all-star Hollywood glamour is always on full display.

From couture gowns to custom-made looks, the Oscars red carpet at the Oscars showcases the best, most unforgettable fashion, from Audrey Hepburn's white Givenchy dress in 1954 to the Dior gown Jennifer Lawrence wore to accept her Academy Award in 2013. It has also given us  outfits that pushed the limits of what’s considered formalwear: Take, for example, Sharon Stone's 1998 Gap-shirt-and-Vera-Wang-skirt combo or Ariana De Bose's Valentino crop top-and-pants look, which she paired with a long train, in 2022.

While we patiently wait for this year’s Oscars — happening this Sunday at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, FYI — we’re brushing up on our Academy Awards fashion history with a trip down memory lane. Ahead, reminisce over the best Oscars red carpet looks of the past few decades, according to our fashion team. 

Audrey Hepburn, 1954

It never took much to make the late Audrey Hepburn look glamorous, but in this Givenchy gown, Hepburn, glowing from winning an Oscar for Roman Holiday, is nothing short of perfection.
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Grace Kelly, 1955

Designed by arguably the most famous costumer in history, Edith Head, Grace Kelly's Oscars look was, like most of her outfits, an absolute winner.


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Madonna, 1991

Dripping in Old Hollywood glamour, this Bob Mackie ensemble was a feast for the eyes, featuring sparkle and fur aplenty.


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Winona Ryder, 1994

Who doesn't love a Gatsby-esque gown at the Oscars?

Photo: Ron Galella Collection/Getty Images.

Elizabeth Hurley, 1995

Head-to-toe white Versace? Sweetheart neckline? Floor-length sequins? Check! Check! Check!


Photo: Jim Smeal/WireImage/Getty Images.

Winona Ryder, 1996

While we're used to seeing '90s-era Winona Ryder donning all black, it was an unexpected surprise to see her in this champagne-colored vintage gown.

Photo: Jim Smeal/WireImage/Getty Images.

Courtney Love, 1997

The queen of grunge got all dolled up by Versace for the 1997 Academy Awards — and we support it 100%.


Photo: Jim Smeal/WireImage/Getty Images.

Sharon Stone, 1998

When it's combined with Vera Wang and draped on Sharon Stone, it's hard not to be convinced that Gap belongs on the red carpet. Photo: Mychal Watts/WireImage/Getty Images.

Celine Dion, 1999

A woman wearing a suit on the red carpet is hardly surprising in 2025. But, in 1999 — and styled backward — well, let's just say our minds were blown upon seeing Celine Dion in this John Galliano set.Photo: SGranitz/WireImage/Getty Images.

Gwyneth Paltrow, 1999

Pretty In Pink might have starred Molly Ringwald, but Gwyneth Paltrow (that year's Best Actress winner for Shakespeare in Love) looked the part in this bubblegum pink number by Ralph Lauren.
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Queen Latifah, 2000

Blue is definitely Queen Latifah's color.


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Renée Zellweger, 2001

A long way from donning PJs all day and micro-minis at work in her role as Bridget Jones, Renée Zellweger classed it up for the red carpet in a vintage yellow gown by Jean Dresses.
Photo: Chris Weeks/Getty Images.

Halle Berry, 2002

Halle Berry became the first Black woman to win Best Actress at the Oscars in this stunning Elie Saab gown.


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Charlize Theron, 2004

Is Charlize Theron ever not glowing? Add Dior to the mix and you have a recipe for greatness.

Photo: Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic/Getty Images.

Beyoncé Knowles, 2005

There to perform not one, not two, but three songs, Beyoncé went with a black velvet number that was made for her by Versace. 


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Michelle Williams, 2006

Accompanying her then-boyfriend, the late Heath Ledger, Michelle Williams was a shining ray of light in this yellow number by Vera Wang.

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Nicole Kidman, 2007

Nicole Kidman is now a brand ambassador for Balenciaga, and after seeing the Oscar-winning Australian actress in this red-hot Balenciaga gown, it’s easy to see why.


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Anne Hathaway, 2009

Is it just us, or does Anne Hathaway look like an actual Oscar in this fitted Armani Privé dress?


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Cate Blanchett, 2011

In this lavender Haute Couture gown by Givenchy, Cate Blanchett wasn't just an award-winning actress — she was a fashion icon.

Michelle Williams, 2012

Wearing red on the red carpet isn't for the faint of heart. Nonetheless, Michelle Williams, nominated for her role as Marilyn Monroe in My Week With Marilyn, made it look like the easiest task in the world, thanks to one hell of a pixie cut and 300 hours of work in the Louis Vuitton Paris atelier.


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Angelina Jolie, 2012

No one does a high slit quite like Angelina Jolie, and this one generated one of the greatest Oscar memes ever.Photo: Donato Sardella/WireImage/Getty Images.

Jennifer Lawrence, 2013

En route to accept her Oscar for Silver Linings Playbook, Jennifer Lawrence had all eyes on her in this pastel-colored Dior gown. It was pretty chill, even for her. Photo: Gregg DeGuire/WireImage/Getty Images.

Lupita Nyong'o, 2014

Lupita Nyong'o — who won Best Supporting Actress for her role in 12 Years a Slave — lit up the sky in this baby blue Prada gown.Photo: Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic/Getty Images.

Zendaya, 2015

For an Oscars newbie, Zendaya looked anything but out of place in this Vivienne Westwood stunner of a gown.Photo: Dan MacMedan/WireImage/Getty Images.

Sienna Miller, 2015

For his red carpet debut designing for Oscar de la Renta, Peter Copping made quite the impression with this bow-embellished, square-neck gown on Sienna Miller.
Photo: Gregg DeGuire/WireImage/Getty Images.

Olivia Wilde, 2016

Olivia Wilde going backless in Valentino Haute Couture? We'll take it.
Photo: Steve Granitz/WireImage/Getty Images.

Taraji P. Henson, 2017

Taraji P. Henson blew us back in time with this Old Hollywood-esque Alberta Ferretti velvet gown. And that necklace? Whew, we're getting excited just thinking about it.


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Naomie Harris, 2017

Of the four Moonlight stars dressed by Raf Simons for Calvin Klein, this white sequin look  on Naomie Harris took home the prize (for best-dressed) in our book.Photo: George Pimentel/FilmMagic/Getty Images.

Saoirse Ronan, 2018

A long way from dress shopping at a Sacramento thrift shop! This bubblegum pink frock on Lady Bird lead Saoirse Ronan is one for the record books.
Photo: Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic/Getty Images.

Margot Robbie, 2018

Margot Robbie was a breath of fresh air in this showstopping white gown courtesy of Chanel.


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Gemma Chan, 2019

Hot pink came out running at the 91st Annual Academy Awards. But if you ask us, Gemma Chan won the marathon in this tiered Versace dress.


Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images.

Cynthia Erivo, 2020

From the extra-high slit to the asymmetric neckline, this custom Versace gown includes everything that's good in the world.
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Scarlett Johansson, 2020

It's the peek-a-boo corset that really makes this Oscar de la Renta ensemble shine.

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Beanie Feldstein, 2020

We'll never grow tired of Beanie Feldstein wearing Miu Miu on the red carpet.


Photo: Amy Sussman/Getty Images.

Regina King, 2021

According to styling duo Wayman Bannerman and Micah McDonald, Regina King's custom winged Louis Vuitton gown includes 6,000 crystals. (Casual.)
Photo: Chris Pizzello-Pool/Getty Images.

Zendaya, 2021

Between the midriff cut-out, the 183 carats of Bulgari diamonds, and the homage to Cher, Zendaya's 2021 Oscars look will go down in history. Photo: Chris Pizzello-Pool/Getty Images.

Photo: Kevin Mazur/WireImage.

Ariana DeBose, 2022

Sure, a gown is all good. But Ariana DeBose challenged the award season dress code with this Valentino pantsuit and cape combo that made the Oscar winner a red carpet victor.photo: Mike Coppola/Getty Images.

Photo: Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic.

Florence Pugh, 2023

Miss Flo's black shorts underneath her Valentino divided the internet, but they made a statement — and changed red-carpet dressing in the process.


Photo: Kayla Oaddams/WireImage.

Lily Gladstone, 2024

Lily Gladstone — the first Native American woman to be nominated for best actress — wore a custom Gucci gown that was made in collaboration with Indigenous artist Joe Big Mountain of Ironhorse Quillwork.Photo: KEVIN MAZUR/GETTY IMAGES

Sandra Hüller, 2024

German actor Sandra Hüller – who starred in two Best Picture nominees, Anatomy of a Fall and The Zone of Interest — capped off her fashionable red-carpet season in a velvet hourglass Schiaparelli gown with statement shoulders.Photo: ARTURO HOLMES/GETTY IMAGES

Da'Vine Joy Randolph, 2024

Supporting actress winner Da'Vine Joy Randolph made her Oscars debut in a show-stopping Louis Vuitton gown that had it all: sequins, ruffles, and a sheer train.


PHOTO: JOHN SHEARER/WIREIMAGE

Emily Blunt, 2024

Oppenheimer nominee Emily Blunt’s shimmering, floating-shoulder Schiaparelli gown was one to remember.
Photo: GILBERT FLORES/VARIETY/GETTY IMAGES

Emma Stone, 2024

The Poor Things star picked up her second Oscar in a corseted Louis Vuitton peplum gown that featured a sleek skirt and short train.


PHOTO: JOHN SHEARER/WIREIMAGE.

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Spring 2025 Fashion Trends That Are Set To Dominate

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There’s something undeniably energizing about spring fashion, a chance to get creative with how we dress and mix up our usual routines right as the weather gets nice. This season, there’s a whole spectrum of fresh ideas to dive into. From bolder-than-ever florals to the daring allure of chartreuse, spring is offering statement pieces that heighten your fashion senses and give you that much-needed sartorial jolt.

First on our radar are pantaloons — yes, you heard right: The Victorian-era underpinnings are having a renaissance, stepping out from the shadows to swap in for your trusty wide-leg trousers and barrel jeans. Spring will also usher in a bolder reimagining of white lace that’s delightfully reminiscent of doilies and vintage drapery, but made for everyday wear. (The trick? Pairing these pieces with utilitarian items to dial down their primness.) Darling knit sets are primed to revamp your off-duty style, while vibrant chartreuse offers a vivid punch of energy. Then, there are tops decorated with rosettes and floral embroideries, channeling all the aught-era vibes with a sweetness that’s both feminine and fun.

Keep reading as we break down the top 10 spring trends and how you can make them your own this season.

Spring 2025 Trend: Pantaloons

Pantaloons are making a comeback in a more modern form — think flowy and relaxed with sweet details— that offer a playful alternative to your usual trousers.

Spring 2025 Trend: Textural Floral Tops  

Whether in the form of rosettes to frothy embroideries, floral tops are the move for a soft, feminine touch to denim and trousers. 

Spring 2025 Trend: Bolder Floral Dresses 

Whether it’s an exaggerated silhouette or a near-dizzying (in a good way) motif, florals are taking on a more groundbreaking life this season while still feeling quintessentially spring.

Spring 2025 Trend: Modern Lace 

White lace can be far more dynamic than you thought. The reimagined pieces we’re seeing for spring pair well with your choice of structured, utilitarian, or casual everyday staples that balance the vintage charm.

Spring 2025 Trend: Long Utility Shorts 

We get it, Bermudas aren’t for everyone. But if you’ve been skeptical of the long shorts trend, try these utilitarian versions for a more casual look that feels far more fun than cargo pants.

Spring 2025 Trend: Organza

Airy and delicate, organza can skew formal, but designers have taken the stiffness out, making the material wearable in blouse, dress, and skirt form. While some pieces are more sheer than others, not every version is designed for full-on skin exposure.

Spring 2025 Trend: Knit Sets 

Spring’s new knit sets offer a jauntier look than your usual matching sweatsuits. Dress them up with a kitten heel and cute bag for a lunch date, or chill in a cozier set for a little couch-rotting.

Spring 2025 Trend: Chartreuse

Bold, vibrant, and just a bit left-of-center, this hue instantly adds instant freshness to your wardrobe, bringing a bright, lively energy to both casual and dressy ensembles.

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We Worked Out In Lululemon’s Glow Up Collection — Here’s Our Verdict

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Lululemon’s products have a tendency to go viral soon after launch, so we expected the small but mighty Glow Up collection — with its high-waisted leggings, supportive tank tops, and workout onesie — to be a hit right out of the gate. What makes it so special and unique, within the rest of the brand’s assortment, you may ask? The “sleek and sculpting” Ultralu fabric, which is lesser-known but just as high-quality as the popular Nulu and Luon, for one. Also, the construction is intended to flex to your every move, able to take on high-energy and high-impact workouts, like HIIT and weight training.

At the core of the collection is the Glow Up Super-High-Rise Tight, which comes in three lengths (23-inch, 25-inch, and 28-inch) and several colorways (both neutral and spring-ready). It boasts a bonded waistband to keep your core held in and supported, plus laser-cut hems for a clean look. (The brand suggests ordering your usual size as the Wunder Train Tights and to size up from what you wear in the Align Pants.) There’s also the Glow Up Medium Support Tank Top, designed for medium-impact training, with its cropped scoop neck and hidden shelf bra with size B/C cups, so you can forgo a sports bra and keep extra fabric (and distractions) to a minimum. Then, the 6-inch short Glow Up Onesie gives you the best of both worlds, combining the tank and leggings in one functional, fashionable style.

To really see what the hype around the Lululemon Glow Up collection is all about, Refinery29 editors put the pieces to the test, seeing how they look and feel during various workouts. Ahead, read our honest thoughts, and decide if the viral styles are worth picking up for yourself, too.

Glow Up Tank Top ($78) and Glow Up Super High-Rise Tight 25” ($118)

“I’ve amassed quite the collection of Lululemon over the years, so I know the brand doesn’t often unveil an entirely new concept within its already-extensive offering. With Glow Up, Lululemon is combining fashion and function in a way I haven’t seen before; I tried the Glow Up Tank Top and Super-High Rise Tight, and both were giving ‘shapewear meets activewear’ in the best way possible.

“I’ll start with the Tight. I absolutely love a high-rise legging — and the higher, the better. The fabric felt super smooth and dry to the touch, and offered a decent amount of smoothing compression at the waist without being too tight. I wore these on two recent flights, and was not only comfortable the whole time, but felt cute, too. (I’m 5’2”, and the 25-inch inseam hit right at my ankle.) I took my normal size 4, but I will say that, compared to my other Lululemon bottoms (especially the Aligns), the Glow Up fabric has a little less stretch. I would probably size up if you’re in between sizes. I really like these for running, hiking, and spin class, since they offer the support I need for high-impact activities.

“Next, there was the Glow Up tank top, which looks similar to the fan-favorite Align Tank, but with some key modifications — namely, the front seam detail and a slightly higher neckline, which gives a bit more coverage. It has a built-in bra and runs true to size, if not a tad roomy. (I’m a 6 in sports bras, and the size 6 tank was a little large on me, but not baggy.) I own a couple Lululemon tanks, but this has become my go-to because it’s so comfortable and versatile. I’ve layered my black one under blazers, paired with denim, and, of course, with the matching leggings for a seamless look.” — Karina Hoshikawa, Senior Writer

Glow Up Tank Top ($78) and Glow Up Super High-Rise Tight 25” ($118)

“As someone who’s slowly but surely growing my Lululemon arsenal, I was eager to try the new Glow Up collection and compare it to my (many) other activewear styles. I mixed-and-matched the 25-inch tight in Rainforest Green and tank top in Crater Blue for a fresh and cheerful workout look that I loved.

“I will say that the customer reviews and the product page’s fit note got me nervous, so I ordered a size 14 instead of a 12 to account for the compression. I wish I had stuck to my true size, though, because the leggings weren’t as tight around my stomach, plus the hemlines were loose above my ankles (which I covered up with crew socks). They were still wearable, though, so I took them out for a power walk.

“I really like just how high the waistline is, falling well above my belly button and preventing that digging look that compression leggings typically give me. It didn’t slip at all, and I never had to hike up the tights, either, which was a big plus. 

“I also enjoyed the tank top. I ordered it in a size 10 (my true size), which felt a bit roomy. I think, had I gone down one size, it wouldn’t look as baggy, and I’d feel more secure. Still, I really appreciated the medium-support bra cups, which allowed me to go sports bra-free and not feel insecure about it. The length was also great because, although it’s cropped, it lands below my belly button, which kept my stomach fully covered during every stretch and movement (a rarity!).” — Victoria Montalti, Associate Fashion Writer

Glow Up Tank Top ($78) and Glow Up Super High-Rise Tight 28” ($118)

“I’ll admit, I’ve never owned a single piece of Lululemon activewear before. I was always curious, but found it out of my budget and wasn’t convinced that the brand catered to bodies like mine — a Black woman with curves and a booty. After being gifted the Glow Up Tank Top and Glow Up Super High-Rise Tights to celebrate the new body-hugging line, though, I can confidently say… I get the hype.

“This collection seemed perfect for someone like me, since it’s meant to ‘sculpt with your every move’ and be worn anywhere. I was skeptical of the tights at first, as they looked impossibly small out of the package — there’s no way these will fit, I thought. But, to my surprise, the fabric had remarkable stretch, and the size 10 fit perfectly.

“Designed to be body-hugging with move-enhancing support, the tights deliver exactly that: Once on, they fit snugly — secure but not restrictive, allowing full range of motion while subtly accentuating my curves. For someone who works out quite regularly and also teaches Pilates, a pair of leggings that I can move in all day is key.

“The Glow Up tank was the real game-changer. I tried the size 8, and it provided my chest with an instant lift, as well as a snatched core, which surprisingly boosted my confidence. Unlike traditional sports bras, the built-in padding is supportive without the discomfort, and the removable cup inserts were a thoughtful touch. This is a piece you can seamlessly transition from workout to errands or even a coffee date, which I thoroughly enjoy.

“Overall, the line delivers on its promise. It lifts, hugs, and supports, all while keeping moisture at bay. Although the sizing can be a bit tricky, I do think it provides a more personalized fit that’s sleek, stylish, and functional.” — Cortni Spearman, Social Director

Glow Up Tank Top ($78) and Glow Up Super High-Rise Tight 28” ($118)

“Don’t be intimidated by the fabric that, at first glance, seems like it provides little stretch. Despite getting them in my usual size 6, I drew in a breath as I pulled on the leggings for the first time… and found them easier to put on than expected. They instantly molded around my thighs, butt, and hips to hug my body without making me feel like a sausage in a casing. 

“While I find most workout tank tops to look unflattering — with the bottom of the tank top never quite landing where I want in relation to the pants and constantly rolling up — these pieces seem designed to go together, with the set creating a seamless effect to the point that it looks like you’re wearing a catsuit.

“I have worn the set to lower-impact workouts like Pilates and Barre, but the Glow Up collection’s innovation shines brightest during HIIT and spin classes, with the leggings and tank tops staying in place through all the movements — on and off the bike saddle, squats, and burpees…. something that hasn’t been a given when I wore similar styles in the past.” — Irina Grechko, Global Fashion Director

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