The 33 Most Dramatic Looks From the 2025 Oscars Red Carpet (2025)

After an exciting and unpredictable awards season, the 2025 Oscars have finally arrived. Film fans everywhere are on the edge of their seats as we await learning if taking The Substance earned Demi Moore her first Oscar, whether the Academy decided to love or hate Emilia Pérez, and which buzz-worthy film will ultimately take home Best Picture.

But before all that, it's time to determine the night's fashion (and beauty) winners on the red carpet. Soon, we'll see whether Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande pay tribute to their Wicked characters, how each Best Actress nominee dresses for a potential trophy, and if anyone pulls a look from the new Schiaparelli couture collection (manifesting). We're keeping you updated with all the highlights right here as the night unfolds—read on for the must-see looks from the 2025 Oscars red carpet.

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Ariana Grande

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Convinced I manifested this: We officially have a Schiaparelli spring 2025 couture look on the Oscars red carpet, thanks to Ariana Grande. Nominated tonight for her performance in Wicked, the actress and musician arrived in a structured gown in a Glinda-approved shade of millennial pink.

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Cynthia Erivo

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Also paying tribute to her Wicked character, Elphaba (for which she is nominated for Best Actress), Cynthia Erivo arrived in a structural deep green velvet custom Louis Vuitton gown, which she accessorized with sparkly jewelry and the all-important statement manicure. Gravity-defying levels of glam, indeed.

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Demi Moore

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Looking every bit the accomplished actress (and, thankfully, nothing like Monstro Elisasue), Demi Moore—nominated for Best Actress for The Substance—arrived in a silver embroidered custom Armani Privé gown, which shone all the brighter alongside a curation of sparkly Chopard jewelry.

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Margaret Qualley

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Respecting the balance, Moore's The Substance co-star Margaret Qualley went for a darker take on red carpet glamour. The actress's black backless Chanel gown was classic yet understated, ensuring all eyes were on her tasseled diamond necklace (styled backwards!) and intricate updo hairstyle.

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Zoë Saldaña

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Ahead of potentially taking home a Best Supporting Actress trophy for her role in Emilia Pérez, Zoë Saldaña proved herself a red carpet standout in a tiered burgundy custom Saint Laurent gown with a sparkly top, which she paired with sheer opera gloves and a snake necklace.

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Selena Gomez

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Also fêting Emilia Pérez, Selena Gomez served major glamour in a custom Ralph Lauren gown adorned with plenty of sparkle. The look was in tribute to Sophia Loren, and it certainly achieved the old Hollywood vibes.

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Timothée Chalamet

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Is butter yellow Timothée Chalamet's take on dressing in gold to manifest a trophy? A Best Actor nominee for portraying Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown, the talent's monochromatic custom Givenchy statement ensured the night got off to an exciting start.

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Halle Berry

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I've been hoping for a disco spring, and it just may come true if Halle Berry has anything to say about it. The Oscar winner's two-piece Christian Siriano gown featured a plethora of shards and sparkles reminiscent of a mirrorball, made all the brighter alongside Pomellato jewelry.

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Mikey Madison

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Before finding out whether she'll take home a Best Actress trophy for Anora, Mikey Madison served a sweet Oscars red carpet moment in a black-and-pink Dior gown tied with a bow, which she paired with Tiffany & Co. jewelry.

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Emma Stone

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Jumping on a growing chainmail trend, Emma Stone—who took home Best Actress last year for Poor Things—looked every bit reminiscent of an old Hollywood starlet. Her custom Louis Vuitton gown's silvery hue and form-fitting silhouette felt timeless, while her wavy pixie created a nostalgic moment as she continues to grow out a hair change she made for Yorgos Lanthimos's next project.

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Doja Cat

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Leopard print is here to stay and reaching glamorous new heights, as exhibited by Doja Cat's metallic custom Balmain dress with a sweetheart neckline and scarf. A few statement-making gems from Messika completed the bold look.

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Michelle Yeoh

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It's always a joy to see Oscar winner and veritable legend Michelle Yeoh on the red carpet. This year, she stood out in a vivid shade of cobalt blue, which gave a modern twist to her gown's classic mermaid silhouette and dramatic train.

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Monica Barbaro

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Monica Barbaro, a Best Supporting Actress nominee for her portrayal of Joan Báez in A Complete Unknown, opted for a custom ballet pink Dior gown with a contrasting sparkly top—a fitting choice, considering she started her career as a dancer.

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Da'Vine Joy Randolph

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Last year, Da'Vine Joy Randolph took home the Best Supporting Actress trophy for The Holdovers—and she proved herself a repeat red carpet winner in 2025. The star opted for modern nostalgia in a form-fitting black Tamara Ralph design with a sparkly bodice, gathered waist, and sheer cape detailing.

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Lily-Rose Depp

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At the tail end of vampire winter, Lily-Rose Depp brought Nosferatu-approved gothic glamour in a black lacy Chanel gown with a halter top, sequins, and a few well-placed ruffles.

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Lisa

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Already a major force in music and now on the rise in film & TV thanks to The White Lotus, Blackpink member Lisa made a statement in a black-and-white ensemble from rising designer Markgong.

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Miley Cyrus

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Miley Cyrus offered a fresh take on the LBD in a sparkling, embroidered Alexander McQueen gown with a high neckline and sheer skirt, which she paired with lace gloves (notably short and not opera-length) and bold silver jewelry from Boucheron.

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Lupita Nyong'o

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As much a red carpet darling as she is an accomplished actress, Oscar winner Lupita Nyong'o looked radiant in a custom white Chanel gown featuring a sparkly corset, bow, and pearl straps.

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Amelia Dimoldenberg

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"Chicken Shop Date" host Amelia Dimoldenberg took to the red carpet in a baby blue Versace gown and Messika jewelry. Cutouts and belted details brought a sexy edge to the pastel shade.

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Raye

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With her taste for orchestral drama, Raye was practically born to perform at the Oscars. The rising musician arrived looking the part in a draped red custom Vivienne Westwood gown with an off-the-shoulder neckline, paired with a few well-placed Lorraine Schwartz gems to lean into the requisite glam factor.

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Felicity Jones

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A Best Supporting Actress nominee for her performance in The Brutalist, Felicity Jones looked effortlessly elegant in a liquid chrome Armani Privé gown featuring a high neckline and bow waist. Manolo Blahnik shoes and Boucheron jewelry completed the ensemble.

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Storm Reid

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It wouldn't be the Oscars without a few stars coordinating with the red carpet. Storm Reid delivered in this department with a vivid red Alexandre Vauthier mini dress featuring a dramatic ruffled cape, highlighting the recent Emmy winner's rising icon status. She paired the statement with Pomellato jewelry.

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Elle Fanning

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Always one to shine as brightly on the carpet as she does on the silver screen, Elle Fanning—who played Sylvie in A Complete Unknown this year—looked effortlessly elegant in a lacy white custom Givenchy gown with cape detailing and a long black bow tied around the waist. Sparkles from Cartier jewelry completed the look.

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Whoopi Goldberg

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Liquid textures were one of the most mesmerizing red carpet trends at the Cannes Film Festival last year, so it was a joy to see Whoopi Goldberg bring the look to the Oscars. Her blue-gray Christian Siriano gown served major futuristic drama worthy of film's biggest night.

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Coralie Fargeat

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Nominated for Best Director for The Substance, Coralie Fargeat has lots to celebrate. To mark the occasion, the talent opted for a black strapless Atelier Versace dress covered in plenty of festive sparkle, which she paired with a silver statement necklace by Boucheron.

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Bowen Yang

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SNL favorite Bowen Yang—who not only starred in Wicked this year, but announced the Oscars nominations back in January—had some Ozian fun with Etro suiting and David Yurman jewelry on the red carpet. The floral embroidery and pink ruffled button-down made for a dopamine-boosting ensemble that's all about the details.

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Rachel Sennott

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Rachel Sennott—who announced the Oscars nominations alongside Yang—brought a dose of modern glamour to the red carpet in a sheer, deep pink gown covered in rhinestones.

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Brandi Carlile

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The bow trend has gotten increasingly creative over the past few seasons, with Brandi Carlile's polka-dotted suit jacket being the latest. The red ribbon tie closure created an unexpected contrast with her otherwise black-and-white Valentino ensemble.

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Raffey Cassidy

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The Brutalist star Raffey Cassidy balanced drama with tried-and-true glamour, arriving in a champagne-colored asymmetrical custom Loewe creation with a structural bow detail at the shoulder.

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Anok Yai

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Affirming her supermodel status yet again, Anok Yai opted for a millennial pink mermaid Marni gown and De Beers jewelry—with a dose of edge, thanks to a spiky black feathered cape.

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Quenlin Blackwell

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Influencer and personality Quenlin Blackwell brought the drama with a romantic Victorian-inspired corset and skirt combo (none other than archival Vivienne Westwood). Her beaded black choker necklace was the cherry on top of the look.

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Charlotte Lawrence

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Continuing the millennial pink trend, singer-songwriter Charlotte Lawrence arrived in a bedazzled pink Valentino number with bows and ruffle detailing. The true centerpiece of her look, however, was the cat clutch.

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Yasmin Finney

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Heartstopper and Doctor Who star Yasmin Finney undeniably made one of the most avant-garde statements of this year's Oscars, arriving in a black column gown with towering feathers from Harris Reed's fall 2024 collection.