Best red carpet looks at the 2025 Oscars

The 97th Academy Awards dazzled Hollywood with an evening of spectacular glamour, dramatic couture, and unforgettable fashion moments. Stars arrived at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, each showcasing their most breathtaking looks for cinema’s grandest celebration.

After a season dominated by subtle elegance and monochrome palettes, Hollywood’s elite embraced shimmer, sparkle, and luxurious metallics. Halle Berry captivated in a disco-inspired Christian Siriano gown, while Demi Moore stunned attendees with her Swarovski crystal-encrusted Armani Privé masterpiece, highlighting the meticulous art of embroidery.

The red carpet turned into a canvas of breathtaking detail: Selena Gomez evoked classic Hollywood glamour in a Ralph Lauren ensemble featuring over 16,000 glittering glass droplets inspired by Sophia Loren. Lupita Nyong’o radiated elegance in an ivory Chanel creation, its intricate design boasting over 22,000 embroidery elements and pearl-strung straps. Ariana Grande was a vision in Schiaparelli, her gown—fresh from the Spring-Summer 2025 Haute Couture runway—mesmerizing with more than 190,000 shimmering crystal sequins, rhinestones, and beads, transforming her tulle skirt into a luminous spectacle.

Cynthia Erivo brought theatrical flair to the event in a striking dark green Louis Vuitton dress featuring a dramatic collar and oversized bow, while Scarlett Johansson exuded timeless sophistication in a plush velvet Thierry Mugler gown with coordinating gloves. Satin also made a luxurious appearance, with Mikey Madison and Raffey Cassidy embodying sleek modernity in polished Louis Vuitton and Loewe designs.

Men’s fashion embraced understated charm punctuated by bold accents: Jeff Goldblum in Prada and Bowen Yang in an intricately embroidered Etro leather jacket added whimsical floral touches. Timothée Chalamet stood out effortlessly in his buttery yellow leather Givenchy suit. Among the most talked-about outfits was that of Blackpink’s Lisa—now also known for her role in “White Lotus”—whose Markgong tuxedo dress redefined elegance with a chic, feminine twist on formal menswear.

Explore the most extraordinary fashion highlights from Hollywood’s biggest night below.

Scarlett Johansson looked regal in a velvet blue Thierry Mugler gown with matching elbow-length gloves. The elegant look was accessorized with De Beers jewelry.

“Anora” star Mikey Madison, who would go on to win Best Actress, made her appearance in a custom Christian Dior Haute Couture strapless gown featuring a black bodice and ballerina pink skirt adorned with a bow. The look was completed with a statement Tiffany & Co. necklace.
Ariana Grande’s custom Schiaparelli gown, straight from the label’s Spring-Summer 2025 Haute Couture runway, featured delicate tulle hanging dramatically from a structured satin bodice.
The French label said its look featured over 190,000 crystal sequins, rhinestones and cut beads.
Lily-Rose Depp wore an eye-catching custom black floral lace halter dress by Chanel. The monochrome moment featured about 191,000 embroidery elements, including black sequins, crystals and pearls, and was accessorized with Chanel diamond jewelry.
Best Actor nominee Colman Domingo seemingly took inspiration from the carpet itself with a custom Valentino suit featuring a statement piece Boucheron bracelet with a hanging gold tassel.
Monica Barbaro, nominee for Best Supporting Actress for her role in “A Complete Unknown,” wore a pale pink silk dress by Dior. The gown shimmered with a beaded bodice and a voluminous, pleated skirt.
“The Substance” star Margaret Qualley wore a black velvet custom Chanel gown.
The open back feature was accentuated by a dangling tassel from a Chanel diamond necklace.
Best Supporting Actor nominee Jeremy Strong turned to Italian label Loro Piana for his olive green tuxedo.
Miley Cyrus, sporting bleached eyebrows, arrived in a shimmering black Alexander McQueen gown with embroidered gloves.
Last year’s Best Actress winner Emma Stone wore a shimmery gown by Louis Vuitton, featuring rhinestone embellishments. She styled her recent pixie cut into a slick, vintage Hollywood wave.
Ava DuVernay turned heads in a grey silk crêpe gown by Louis Vuitton, featuring a unique sculptural shiny satin cape.
Selena Gomez dazzled in a custom Ralph Lauren gown and accessorized with a Bulgari diamond necklace
Her gown was embellished with hand-sewn Rosemont crystals and more than 16,000 drops of glass in an intricate lattice work pattern.
Penélope Cruz wore a custom white silk chiffon dress embellished with jeweled buttons. The elegant look was accessorized with a sunny Chanel yellow gold ring and matching earrings.
Kieran Culkin, who went on to win Best Supporting Actor for “A Real Pain,” wore an all-black custom Zegna suit with Fred Leighton jewelry and an Omega watch. He is pictured with wife Jazz Charton.
Doja Cat in a strapless leopard-print Balmain gown with matching scarf.
Halle Berry sparkled in a disco-ball gown by Christian Siriano.
Blackpink's Lisa, set to perform at the ceremony, dazzled in a suit and gown mash-up, featuring an elongated black jacket and white dress shirt.
The James Bond-inspired look was designed by Markgong and completed with a bright red floral brooch and elaborate nail art.
Andrew Garfield went with a classy brown Gucci suit, accessorized with David Yurman jewelry and a Jaeger-Le Coultre watch.
Ana de Armas shone in a Louis Vuitton black silk crêpe gown with a shimmering halter neck and cascading train.
“The Substance” star Demi Moore, nominated for Best Actress, dazzled in a custom Giorgio Armani Privé gown embellished with silver crystals and a unique bow-like structure at the waist.
Timothée Chalamet, a Best Actor nominee for “A Complete Unknown,” arrived on the red carpet in a bold butter yellow Givenchy suit, featuring a cropped double-breasted jacket and matching shirt and pants.
Best Actress nominee Cynthia Erivo arrived on the red carpet in a dramatic custom Louis Vuitton look: a green velvet gown with exaggerated sleeves and raised neckline.
The ensemble was completed with extravagant green and gold nail details — hand-sculpted by her nail artist — as a nod to the fictional land of Oz.
Lupita Nyong'o, who stars in Best Animated Feature nominee “Wild Robot,” sparkled in a custom Chanel ivory dress embellished with over 22,000 embroidery elements.
Sebastian Stan, nominee for Best Actor, wore a custom Prada tuxedo with a wool shawl collar and a pale yellow silk poplin shirt. “The Apprentice” star completed the look with a silk bow tie and black patent leather shoes.
Rachel Zegler arrived in a sheer tulle dress by Dior.
Zoe Saldaña shone in a Saint Laurent gown featuring a strass bodice and a deep red satin skirt. The “Emilia Pérez” star, who went on to win Best Supporting Actress, completed the look with a pair of sheer elegant gloves.
The train of Michelle Yeoh’s royal blue Balenciaga gown trailed behind her on the red carpet.
She accessorized with elaborate earrings and a diamond-encrusted tie-necklace by Maison Boucheron.
The lapel of Samuel L. Jackson’s all-black outfit subtlety sparkled under the red carpet lights.
Best Supporting Actress nominee Felicity Jones channeled old Hollywood glamour in a sleek Armani Privé gown with waist cut-outs. She accessorized with Boucheron pendant earrings and a vintage platinum and diamond bracelet.
Adrien Brody, who went on to win the Best Actor Oscar, accessorized his classic black-tie look with a statement brooch.
Best Actress nominee Fernanda Torres turned heads in an all-black number from Chanel’s Spring 2025 Couture, featuring a feathery skirt.
Elle Fanning dazzled in a chic black-and-white ensemble with a custom Givenchy gown.
The gown was adorned with an elegant floor-length bow – and a vintage Cartier choker.
Susan Downey and Robert Downey Jr. were among the evening’s best-dressed couples.
Raffey Cassidy stunned in a sleek satin floor-length dress by Loewe, featuring an oversized bow on the shoulder.
Bowen Yang, who helped reveal the list of nominees in January, wore a black leather jacket featuring bright floral patterns by Italian label Etro.
Da'Vine Joy Randolph, presenter of the Best Supporting Actress award, arrived in a Tamara Ralph Couture gown with a cape and Lagos jewelry.
Joe Alwyn kept it classy in a black suit accessorized with Bulgari jewelry – a multicolored brooch paired with a yellow gold watch and rings.
Storm Reid arrived in a bold Alexandre Vauthier couture dress with a cascading cape.
Stacy Martin wore a black lace Louis Vuitton gown adorned with silver sequins. The bold dress features a plunging neckline and structured skirt.
Yasmin Finney wore a black floor-length Harris Reed Fall 2024 gown with an unusual feather feature.
Yvonne Orji was one of the many stars wearing silver in a Pamella Roland gown from the label’s Spring 2024 collection.
“Wicked” star Jeff Goldblum looked dapper in a custom Prada suit adorned with a purple orchid boutonnière. “I got gussied up for this,” the “Wicked” star said in an interview with E! News.
Julianne Hough arrived in an ethereal floor-length Christian Dior gown from the label’s Spring-Summer 2025 collection.