By: Anita Hosanna (@anitahosanna)
The 94th Oscar’s Academy awards was one to remember. This year the red carpet returned to an in-person experience after a long hiatus due to the pandemic! Many stars took this moment to go all out with their looks – see who made our top picks for best-dressed:
Jada Pinkett Smith in Jean Paul Gaultier with Will Smith in Dolce and Gabbana
It was a big night for the Smiths, so you know they had to show up in style. Jada, Styled by Georgia Medley, wore a jaw-dropping Jean Paul Gautier SS22 Couture Gown by Glenn Martens. The ruffled, forest-green number was paired with matching Jimmy Choo stilettos and Glenn Spiro Jewels. Her hubby wore a classic Dolce and Gabbana suit finished with Cartier bling, styled by Fawn.
Zendaya in Valentino
Styled by Law Roach, Zendaya showed up in custom Valentino looking absolutely breathtaking and effortless in a cropped chemise and silver training skirt. Hairstylist Antoinette finished off the ensemble with a gracious updo, revealing a Bulgari piece on her neck that matched with the bracelets.
Tiffany Haddish in Dolce and Gabbana
Tiffany Haddish looked striking in a custom Dolce and Gabanna design that showed off her curves! Styled by Wayman Deon and Micah McDonald, the duo put her in Pomellato jewelry that added to the glimmer of the strapless gown. Her hair was laid by Ray Christopher with Mali Magic on the makeup.
Halle Bailey in Roberto Cavalli
Fans were awestruck when Halle Bailey arrived in a fluid Roberto Cavalli design styled by Zarina Akers. Halley was decorated in Chopard, while her hair was done by Christiana Cassell and makeup by Sparkle.
Beyonce in Valentino
The Queen B was dressed by Valentino in a custom cape dress, gloves and handbag styled by Marni Senofonte! We all love Beyonce in Yellow, and that seemed to be the theme between both her performance and her red carpet attire.
Chloe Bailey in LVDF
Chloe Bailey appeared wearing a beautiful custom LVDF gown that turned heads! William Ylvisaker styled the look with Laurel Dewitt earrings. An elaborate undo was created by hair artist Fesa Nu and makeup was applied by David Velasquez.
Venus Williams in Elie Saab
Custom was the name of the game this year at the Oscars! Venus Williams made her grande entrance also wearing a custom Eli Saab dress that fit like a glove- to die for! Styled by Law Roach, the look was complete with Tiffany and Co. accessories. Venus’ makeup was applied by Karina Milan and her hair was styled by Lacy Redway.
Tracee Ellis Ross in Carolina Herrera
Looking red hot, Tracee Ellis Ross wore a strapless fit and flare Carolina Herrera dress and Louboutin pumps engineered by her loyal stylist Karla Welch! On her neck, she wore gems by NIWAKA Jewelry. Her makeup was applied by Molly Greenwald and hair carefully styled by Marcia Hamilton.
Megan Thee Stallion in Gaurav Gupta
Our girl Meg Thee Stallion never looked better! She posed on the carpet wearing a custom Gaurav Gupta crystal-encrusted, strapless gown with train. The look, complete with Stuart Weitzman heels and jewelry by Lorraine Schwartz, was styled by Eric Archibald.
Serena Williams in Gucci
Serena Williams, styled by Jason Bolden wore Gucci to this year’s Oscar Awards. The pink v-neck gown boasted pleats, a high slit, lace detailing and lace gloves. On her ears she wore earring by her own label, Serena Williams Jewelry. Hair was done by Alexander Armand and makeup by Frazana Zaman.
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