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The best Oscar dresses throughout history

Feb. 22, 2017Updated Feb. 18, 2025, 12:30 p.m. ET
From Lupita Nyong'o (seen here in Prada in 2014) to Jennifer Lawrence, these are the glam red-carpet looks that wowed the world at the Oscars.
From Lupita Nyong'o (seen here in Prada in 2014) to Jennifer Lawrence, these are the glam red-carpet looks that wowed the world at the Oscars.
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Salma Hayek in fire-red Gucci sequins in 2023.
Salma Hayek in fire-red Gucci sequins in 2023.
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Scarlett Johansson wearing silver Oscar de la Renta in 2020.
Scarlett Johansson wearing silver Oscar de la Renta in 2020.
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Taraji P. Henson wearing Alberta Ferretti in 2017.
Taraji P. Henson wearing Alberta Ferretti in 2017.
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Nicole Kidman chose bright red Balenciaga with a neck bow in 2007.
Nicole Kidman chose bright red Balenciaga with a neck bow in 2007.
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Halle Berry on her way to make history in Eli Saab in 2002.
Halle Berry on her way to make history in Eli Saab in 2002.
Vince Bucci, Getty Images
Cameron Diaz wearing Christian Dior in 2008.
Cameron Diaz wearing Christian Dior in 2008.
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In 2022, Lupita Nyong ' o stunned in a gilded Prada design with oversized fringe.
In 2022, Lupita Nyong'o stunned in a gilded Prada design with oversized fringe.
 
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Cynthia Erivo wearing a dramatic Versace gown in 2020.
Cynthia Erivo wearing a dramatic Versace gown in 2020.
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America Ferrera in "Barbie" pink Versace in 2024.
America Ferrera in "Barbie" pink Versace in 2024.
Kevork Djansezian, USA TODAY
Viola Davis wearing Vera Wang in 2012.
Viola Davis wearing Vera Wang in 2012.
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Constance Wu wearing Versace in 2019.
Constance Wu wearing Versace in 2019.
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Alicia Keys wearing Armani Privé in 2009.
Alicia Keys wearing Armani Privé in 2009.
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Emma Stone wearing Givenchy in 2017.
Emma Stone wearing Givenchy in 2017.
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Mila Kunis channeled Old Hollywood glam in 2022, selecting a one-shoulder peach design by Zuhair Murad.
Mila Kunis channeled Old Hollywood glam in 2022, selecting a one-shoulder peach design by Zuhair Murad.
 
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Hong Chau in bubblegum-pink Prada with a black train in 2023.
Hong Chau in bubblegum-pink Prada with a black train in 2023.
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Lupita Nyong'o in icy blue Armani/Privé in 2024.
Lupita Nyong'o in icy blue Armani/Privé in 2024.
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Jennifer Garner wearing Valentino in 2004.
Jennifer Garner wearing Valentino in 2004.
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Zendaya in sequined Armani/Privé in 2024.
Zendaya in sequined Armani/Privé in 2024.
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Charlize Theron wearing Gucci in 2004.
Charlize Theron wearing Gucci in 2004.
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Nicole Kidman wearing Armani Privé in 2018.
Nicole Kidman wearing Armani Privé in 2018.
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Janelle Monae wearing Ralph Lauren in 2020.
Janelle Monae wearing Ralph Lauren in 2020.
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Cara Delevingne in ruby-red Elie Saab Couture in 2023.
Cara Delevingne in ruby-red Elie Saab Couture in 2023.
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Jessica Biel wearing KaufmanFranco in 2017.
Jessica Biel wearing KaufmanFranco in 2017.
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Gabrielle Union in custom Carolina Herrera in 2024.
Gabrielle Union in custom Carolina Herrera in 2024.
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Julia Roberts wearing Valentino in 2001.
Julia Roberts wearing Valentino in 2001.
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Brie Larson wearing Celine by Hedi Slimane in 2019.
Brie Larson wearing Celine by Hedi Slimane in 2019.
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Cate Blanchett wearing Givenchy in 2011.
Cate Blanchett wearing Givenchy in 2011.
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Shirley Jones wearing a white and champagne number in 1961.
Shirley Jones wearing a white and champagne number in 1961.
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Brie Larson wearing Oscar de la Renta in 2017.
Brie Larson wearing Oscar de la Renta in 2017.
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Jennifer Lawrence wearing Calvin Klein in 2011.
Jennifer Lawrence wearing Calvin Klein in 2011.
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Laura Dern wearing Calvin Klein in 2018.
Laura Dern wearing Calvin Klein in 2018.
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Gwyneth Paltrow wearing Calvin Klein in 2011.
Gwyneth Paltrow wearing Calvin Klein in 2011.
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Penelope Cruz wearing Balmain in 2009.
Penelope Cruz wearing Balmain in 2009.
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Cameron Diaz wearing Oscar de la Renta in 2010.
Cameron Diaz wearing Oscar de la Renta in 2010.
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Beyoncé wearing Armani in 2007.
Beyoncé wearing Armani in 2007.
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Michelle Williams wearing Vera Wang in 2006.
Michelle Williams wearing Vera Wang in 2006.
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Emma Stone wearing a strapless Louis Vuitton gown a with peplum waistline in 2024.
Emma Stone wearing a strapless Louis Vuitton gown a with peplum waistline in 2024.
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Natalie Portman wearing Rodarte in 2011.
Natalie Portman wearing Rodarte in 2011.
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Diahann Carroll sparkling in pink in 1969.
Diahann Carroll sparkling in pink in 1969.
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Amy Adams wearing Oscar de la Renta in 2013.
Amy Adams wearing Oscar de la Renta in 2013.
Dan MacMedan, USA TODAY
Jessica Chastain wearing Armani Privé in 2013.
Jessica Chastain wearing Armani Privé in 2013.
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Margot Robbie donned a chic chainmail Versace gown in 2024.
Margot Robbie donned a chic chainmail Versace gown in 2024.
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Cate Blanchett wearing Armani Privé in 2014.
Cate Blanchett wearing Armani Privé in 2014.
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Kate Hudson wearing Atelier Versace in 2014.
Kate Hudson wearing Atelier Versace in 2014.
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Chrissy Teigen wearing Marchesa in 2016.
Chrissy Teigen wearing Marchesa in 2016.
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Nicole Kidman wearing Balenciaga in 2007.
Nicole Kidman wearing Balenciaga in 2007.
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Anya Taylor-Joy chose a mermaid-like Dior gown in 2024.
Anya Taylor-Joy chose a mermaid-like Dior gown in 2024.
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Jennifer Lopez wearing Marchesa in 2007.
Jennifer Lopez wearing Marchesa in 2007.
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Gwyneth Paltrow wearing Zac Posen in 2007.
Gwyneth Paltrow wearing Zac Posen in 2007.
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Renee Zellweger wearing Jean Desses in 2001.
Renee Zellweger wearing Jean Desses in 2001.
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Sandra Bullock wearing Marchesa in 2010.
Sandra Bullock wearing Marchesa in 2010.
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Florence Pugh chose a Del Core gown with crystal water droplets in 2024.
Florence Pugh chose a Del Core gown with crystal water droplets in 2024.
Dan MacMedan, USA TODAY
Jennifer Lawrence wearing Dior in 2013.
Jennifer Lawrence wearing Dior in 2013.
Dan MacMedan, USA TODAY
Cate Blanchett wearing Armani Privé in 2007.
Cate Blanchett wearing Armani Privé in 2007.
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Cher wearing a canary, two-piece gown in 1973.
Cher wearing a canary, two-piece gown in 1973.
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Marion Cotillard wearing Jean Paul Gaultier in 2008.
Marion Cotillard wearing Jean Paul Gaultier in 2008.
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Nicole Kidman wearing Dior in 1997.
Nicole Kidman wearing Dior in 1997.
Diane Weiss, USA TODAY
Gwyneth Paltrow wearing Ralph Lauren in 1999.
Gwyneth Paltrow wearing Ralph Lauren in 1999.
Robert Hanashiro, USA TODAY
Octavia Spencer wearing Tadashi Shoji in 2012.
Octavia Spencer wearing Tadashi Shoji in 2012.
Jason Merritt, Getty Images
Helen Mirren wearing Badgley Mischka in 2010.
Helen Mirren wearing Badgley Mischka in 2010.
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Courtney Love wearing Versace in 1997.
Courtney Love wearing Versace in 1997.
Diane Weiss, USA TODAY
Mira Sorvino wearing Armani in 1996.
Mira Sorvino wearing Armani in 1996.
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Eva Longoria arrived in an off-the-shoulder velvet gown by Tamara Ralph Couture in 2024.
Eva Longoria arrived in an off-the-shoulder velvet gown by Tamara Ralph Couture in 2024.
Kevork Djansezian, USA TODAY
Mila Kunis wearing Elie Saab in 2011.
Mila Kunis wearing Elie Saab in 2011.
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Kerry Washington wearing Miu Miu in 2013.
Kerry Washington wearing Miu Miu in 2013.
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Melissa McCarthy wearing Marina Rinaldi in 2012.
Melissa McCarthy wearing Marina Rinaldi in 2012.
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Reese Witherspoon wearing Armani Privé in 2011.
Reese Witherspoon wearing Armani Privé in 2011.
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Jessica Alba wearing Marchesa in 2008.
Jessica Alba wearing Marchesa in 2008.
Vince Bucci, Getty Images
Geena Davis wearing powder blue in 1989.
Geena Davis wearing powder blue in 1989.
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Cate Blanchett wearing John Galliano in 1999.
Cate Blanchett wearing John Galliano in 1999.
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Meryl Streep wearing Valentino in 1999.
Meryl Streep wearing Valentino in 1999.
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Kim Basinger wearing Escada in 1998.
Kim Basinger wearing Escada in 1998.
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Catherine Zeta-Jones wearing Versace in 1999.
Catherine Zeta-Jones wearing Versace in 1999.
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Elizabeth Taylor wearing Edith Head in 1970.
Elizabeth Taylor wearing Edith Head in 1970.
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Helen Hunt wearing Gucci in 1999.
Helen Hunt wearing Gucci in 1999.
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Jessica Biel wearing Oscar de la Renta in 2007.
Jessica Biel wearing Oscar de la Renta in 2007.
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Gisele Bundchen wearing Dior in 2005.
Gisele Bundchen wearing Dior in 2005.
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Rachel Weisz wearing Vera Wang in 2007.
Rachel Weisz wearing Vera Wang in 2007.
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Catherine Zeta-Jones wearing Versace in 2003.
Catherine Zeta-Jones wearing Versace in 2003.
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Anne Hathaway wearing Armani Privé in 2009.
Anne Hathaway wearing Armani Privé in 2009.
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Lucy Liu wearing Versace in 2000.
Lucy Liu wearing Versace in 2000.
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Nicole Kidman wearing Chanel in 2004.
Nicole Kidman wearing Chanel in 2004.
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Diane Kruger wearing Chanel in 2010.
Diane Kruger wearing Chanel in 2010.
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Demi Moore wearing Atelier Versace in 2010.
Demi Moore wearing Atelier Versace in 2010.
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Viola Davis wearing Reem Acra in 2009.
Viola Davis wearing Reem Acra in 2009.
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Viola Davis wearing a dusty pink rose Zac Posen gown in 2015.
Viola Davis wearing a dusty pink rose Zac Posen gown in 2015.
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Queen Latifah wearing Badgley Mischka in 2010.
Queen Latifah wearing Badgley Mischka in 2010.
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