Who watched
The Academy Awards this year!? Well, I suppose that's a silly question to start with. Chances are if you're a frequent reader of a Fashion Blog
anywhere in North America you probably did; at least to get an idea of what was chic and what wasn't. A celebration of Film through fashion, art, dance, and song;
The Oscars is easily the most glamorous annual television event
ever. From the simplest gowns in the crispest whites to the boldest, most colourfully composed ensembles;
The Oscars and it's Designer line-up is consistently one of the most anticipated Fashion Events of the year, regardless of the celebration of Film it actually represents.
I myself am an enormous lover of Film, ever since I was young. I feel like great Film is almost synonymous with great traveling; it can hit you on the inside and change the very core, the very energy, of how you live. I've seen films that have changed my life; because they are that powerful, or that poetic, or that candidly beautiful; in whatever subject they may be in. When masterfully composed, a fantastic film is not so different than the composition of a symphony, a Fashion Collection, or a fantastic book. I've said it before though, so I guess it's no real surprise to hear, that the Creatives are an interconnected entity of sorts. So, in other words, when I watch The Oscars, I watch The Oscars - it's total eye candy for me, from beginning to end. From the fantastic clothing to the privilege of seeing some of my favourite performers represent the films they are being honoured for; which coincidentally happen to be some of my favourite films of the year. The entire night is a hell of a treat, and this year's show was no exception. But! As in true Fashion Blog form, this post will be about the dresses! So suit up, it's going to get fabulous.
This is my list of the Best Dressed at the 85th annual Academy Awards this year; and I'll emphasize, it's in no particular order.
1 /
Jessica Chastain
Resplendent in this absolutely stunning
Armani Privé gown, Chastain is flawless. From her red lips to her strawberry hair, to the stunning Champagne of the gown; flowing crisply to the floor and cut with the subtlest edge of intersecting lines and forms - taking what would normally be a very pretty beige gown to a visually spectacular piece.
Gorgeous!
2 /
Charlize Theron
Charlize Theron is the personification of
sublime in her absolutely impeccable
Dior Haute Couture gown. Bathed in the crispest, milk white; Theron exudes a refined elegance that features one of this Season's hottest trends - the
peplum!
3 /
Amanda Seyfried
Amanda Seyfried does not disappoint in this beautifully embroidered pastel masterpiece! A custom creation from
Alexander McQueen, Seyfried's elegance carries with it a slight edge. We
love the neckline! One of our favourites of the night.
4 /
Stacy Keibler
Stacy Keibler was resplendent in this floor length stunning
Naeem Khan dress at
the Oscars. The folding metallic shapes and textural details were a Seasonal hit (lots of metallic!) and the addition of a slick, black belt to cinch everything in is the perfect accessory. One of the chicest on the carpet, Stacy definitely surprised us this year! Fantastic.
5 /
Adele
There is no denying the beauty of Adele. The songstress was an absolute gem on the
Red Carpet in her brilliant, black, and sparkling
Jenny Packham gown. Cinched at just the right point and brought together by those gorgeous, smokey eyes; Adele looked
fabulous!
6 /
Jennifer Aniston
Aniston was incredible in her stunning and strapless
Valentino gown this year! Wow, a masterpiece of a Collection
(we wrote about it here!) and it looks absolutely brilliant on her. One of our favourites of the entire night - Aniston needs no embellishment to make this dress shine.
7 /
Jennifer Lawrence
Jennifer Lawrence was easily one of the most beautiful women on the
Red Carpet in her not-quite-white, absolutely stunning
Dior dress. The
Best Actress winner was easily a stand-out from the entire crowd, exuding a princess-like beauty that was unforgettably refined.
8 /
Anne Hathaway
One of my favourite Actresses (and the Winner of
Best Supporting Actress this year!) Anne Hathaway looked soft and sublime in this subtle, pink
Prada. A surprising choice for Hathaway, who was initially reported to wear a bold
Valentino that night, the gown is an example of how beautiful something so simple can be. She looked wonderful.
9 /
Amy Adams
Amy Adams was perhaps one of the most resplendent stars on the Red Carpet this year in her powdery, silvery-blue
Oscar de la Renta gown. Probably the most classic dress worn this year, the gown accentuates Adams' stunning beauty; both timeless and effortless at the same time. Brilliant.
10 /
Halle Berry (Best Dressed!)
This year my choice for
Best Dressed at
the Oscars is going to none other than the incomparable and beautiful
Halle Berry. Looking absolutely
on fire in her custom-created
Versace gown, Berry exudes a beauty that is both chic and a little futuristic at the same time! We absolutely
love the metallic elements, the intersecting pinstripes that cut her body
just perfectly, and that
gorgeous plunging neckline. Berry looked fabulous from every possible angle in this stunning gown; and
stood out entirely from the every other star that night.
Beautiful! Well done Halle!
There you have it! The best of the best, what's your opinion? Let me know below, especially if you think maybe I overlooked someone who deserved to be on this list! Until next year, happy
Oscars!
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