The Best Fashion Moments at the 2025 Oscars
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The intersection of fashion and film reaches its peak at three iconic events: the Oscars, the Met Gala, and the Cannes Film Festival.
The 97th Annual Academy Awards, held at the Dolby Theatre on March 2, 2025, in Hollywood, California, kicked off this glamorous trifecta.
Following an awards season that has already delivered unforgettable style moments from the likes of Demi Moore, Cynthia Erivo, Colman Domingo, and Ariana Grande, anticipation was high for the fashion highlights of the evening.
For fashion enthusiasts, the Oscars are as much about the artistry on the red carpet as they are about the accolades handed out on stage.
Here are the standout fashion moments at the 2025 Oscars.
Cynthia Erivo
Cynthia Erivo, nominated Best Actress for her performance in Wicked, concluded her awards season campaign with a standout appearance at the 2025 Oscars. Her custom Louis Vuitton gown made from emerald green velvet was both gravity-defying and fairytale-like, paying homage to her iconic character, Elphaba.
This look was described by her stylist, Jason Bolden, as "a gift to Wicked part one," emphasising the dress's wicked homage to the character. Erivo's fashion choices throughout the season have been bold and memorable, solidifying her status as a red carpet icon.
Ariana Grande
Ariana Grande, nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Glinda in Wicked, wore a custom Schiaparelli gown by Daniel Roseberry, a standout from the spring 2025 couture collection presented in January. The gown perfectly encapsulated the essence of her character. The pale pink gown featured a fitted satin bodice and a bubble-inspired skirt with over 190,000 crystals.
Grande collaborated with her longtime stylist, Mimi Cuttrell, to bring this look to life and showcased her ability to carry off such an elaborate design with elegance despite her petite frame.
Avumile Qongqo and Liyabona Mroqoza
Avumile Qongqo and Liyabona Mroqoza made their Oscars red carpet debut thanks to their film, The Last Ranger being nominated for Best Live Action Short Film.
Liyabona Mroqoza opted for a modern interpretation of the traditional Xhosa Umbhaco attire, wearing a chic black and white dress that blended cultural heritage with contemporary flair.
Meanwhile, Avumile Qongqo, a renowned model who has graced the runways at AFI Fashion Week, was stunning in a voluminous yellow gown. The dress featured a dramatic plunging neckline, red beading, and pleated sleeves, showcasing her ability to carry off bold, eye-catching designs with elegance.
Both looks highlighted the fusion of traditional South African fashion with modern red carpet style, making them stand out among the evening's fashion highlights.
Timothée Chalamet
Timothée Chalamet, known for his daring style and versatility as an actor, made a bold statement on the 2025 Oscars red carpet. The Best Actor nominee opted for a full butter-yellow ensemble, which included a shirt, a cropped blazer, and what initially appeared to be trousers but might have been jeans, creating a unique and eye-catching look.
Chalamet's decision to go against the traditional black-tie attire was characteristic of his willingness to experiment with fashion, keeping observers engaged and guessing. His refreshing approach to red carpet dressing has solidified his position as one of the most fashion-forward celebrities in Hollywood.
Jeff Goldblum
Jeff Goldblum brought his signature flair to the 2025 Oscars red carpet, donning a stylish cream-coloured dinner jacket that served as the perfect backdrop for his eclectic ensemble.
He paired the jacket with a vibrant floral shirt and a sleek black bow tie, adding a pop of color with his signature scarf in a beautiful lilac hue. The overall look was quintessentially Goldblum—elegant, yet playfully unconventional.
Doja Cat
The singer and rapper surprised when she arrived and was the essence of Hollywood glamour at the 2025 Oscars, commanding attention with her striking, strapless leopard print gown.
Ahead of sharing the stage with Raye and Lisa from Blackpink for a memorable performance, she looked every inch the star.
Her gown was elevated by a stylish scarf that draped elegantly over her neck and cascaded down her back, adding a touch of sophisticated, Old-Hollywood to her overall look.
Colman Domingo
Beloved for his take on the modern Black Dandy in fashion, the Best Actor nominee once again broke the mould with his daring fashion choice at the 2025 Oscars. This look was quintessentially Domingo—bold, elegant, and effortlessly luxurious.
He wore a striking red kimono-like tuxedo blazer, complete with a wrap-around sash at the waist, paired with a red shirt and black trousers.
Adding a touch of whimsy, Domingo donned rose-colored glasses, further emphasising his flair for dramatic style.
As a co-chair of the upcoming Met Gala 2025, anticipation is high for his next fashion statement, which we expect to be just as unforgettable.
Halle Berry
The Oscar-winning actress made a striking return to the 2025 Oscars, to introduce the James Bond tribute. Back to her stylish era, she turned to Christian Siriano to create a strapless, mermaid-style dress, which featured a mosaic of fractured mirror pieces. The gown was lined with sparkling silver sequins and sheer black panels, creating a disco-ball effect.
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