photos courtesy of Style Bistro
The Oscars are my equivalent to the Superbowl, as for most of you readers (although my friends and I opted for pink champagne, cheese + crackers, and other Oscar-viewing hor d'evours instead of greasy super bowl-y nachos). Here, without further ado, are the ladies who brought their sartorial game face for Hollywood's glitziest night:
And the Best Dressed pick goes to... Gwyneth! Finally, a fashion statement. The floor-length cape ensemble was an iconic red carpet moment—thanks Mr. Tom Ford! (cue: "hashtag chic to the next lev! It's almost *too* chic)
Jessica Chastain - custom-made Alexander McQueen bustier gown
How could I not include Sarah Burton's masterpiece? This dress in phenomenal. The minimal makeup lets the drama of the detailed silk and gold embroidery of the baroque style gown do ALL the talking. Fun Fact: the Harry Winston jewelry alone was worth 2 million dollars—what economy crisis?!
Angelina Jolie - Atelier Versace
Holy moly Jolie. Thank Angie's high-thigh slit for the Twitter phenomenon that is @AngiesRightLeg. Sure, even I was surprised of her overly confident (nay, cocky) posing onstage, but the women gave viewers what they wanted—for that, her right leg deserves a nomination. Pose and pop away, Jolie dearest.
Rose Byrne -Vivienne Westwood one-shoulder black sequin gown
I've been paying close attention to this one, and she is becoming more and more relevant with every look she pulls off. First the jumpsuit at the SAG awards, and now this stunning sequined number—loving it.
Mila Jovovich - Elie Saab dress
This was the first look I saw on the red carpet—I was pleased! Also, I had no idea who she was (nor do I currently know). What I do know: this Elie Saab one-shoulder frock and look is simply perfect for the Oscars—a sparkly white beaded gown that brings old-Hollywood to mind, yet remains modern.
Rooney Mara - Givenchy Haute Couture by Riccardo Tisci
The Girl with the Givenchy Dress. Vogue Daily describes her statement making beauty and hairstyle as the "Rooney Mara effect". I call it the "Maria-wishes-she-could-pull-off-an-edgy-blunt-look-as-this effect". Her trademark bangs + bold red lips are flawless against her milk-white skin and make the Givenchy dress truly a look of her own.
Cameron Diaz - Gucci Premiere nude dress
The metallic detailing on the nude gown did it for me. Also a plus: she's always pretty and smiling.
Giuliana Ranci - Basil Soda
Giuliana has been donning Basil Soda for a few events now, and looked like a vision on the red carpet. Everything from the beading + rhinestones to the shoulder stitching makes this gown by Lebanese designer, beautiful.
