The 12 best dressed stars at the 2025 Oscars: Cynthia Erivo, Halle Berry and Selena Gomez
The 12 best dressed stars at the 2025 Oscars: Cynthia Erivo, Halle Berry and Selena Gomez
What's one honor given on the evening of the Oscars that doesn't put its recipient in danger of being played off stage because of a lengthy acceptance speech? A place on our best-dressed list, of course!
Before stars and filmmakers gathered in Los Angeles' Dolby Theatre Sunday to celebrate the biggest night in cinema, they sauntered down a red carpet and struck a pose in fashions worthy of a statuette. Attendees like Felicity Jones, Goldie Hawn (and more below) donned metallics.
And while Adam Sandler showed up cozy for a bit during the ceremony, our favorite thing about Sunday's carpet is that Hollywood's biggest names leaned into the glamour of it all and did not disappoint.
Who was influenced by "Wicked"? Who made their mark after being "A Complete (Fashion) Unknown"? After a brief "Conclave," we've decided these are the best-dressed at the Oscars (in no particular order):
Ariana Grande
Did Ariana Grande learn a spell for rendering us speechless at Shiz University?
Grande absolutely stunned in a Schiaparelli avant-garde gown in her signature color from the "Wicked" promotional tour: blush pink! She was a vision in a strapless satin ballgown with twinkling tulle dangling from a wavy, sculpted waist.
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Cynthia Erivo
Similarly, Cynthia Erivo paid homage to Oz with her larger-than-life Louis Vuitton frock in a dark emerald green gown.
Her collar stretched to her Roberto Coin diamond-encrusted ears. Her exaggerated shoulders and skirt are perfectly balanced. The fashion icon did not disappoint. The gown defied our expectations.
Demi Moore
Demi Moore saved the best of her awards season looks for the Academy Awards, and we're practically giddy over this Giorgio Armani Privè gown.
"The Substance" star is already a winner in this silver, mermaid gown. And can we just have a moment for the needlework? It surpasses figure-flattering. This fit is your best friend hyping you up and cheering you on from the front row.
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Halle Berry
Mirror, mirror on the dress? Who's the best of the best?
Honestly, we can't pick a favorite look of the night but Halle Berry's mirror, mosaic Christian Siriano gown deserves a standing ovation. Crystals accenting mesh side panels add even more sparkle.
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Lupita Nyong'o
Lupita Nyong'o is celebrating the Oscars in a gown that is beautifully Chanel.
The straps are made of pearls and her sparkling bodice is tied with an ivory bow. The pleated skirt further enforces the ethereal feel.
Selena Gomez
Apologies that we can't "Calm Down" after seeing "Emilia Pérez" star Selena Gomez's look.
The fit of this crystal-encrusted Ralph Lauren number, accessorized in Bvlgari is positively exquisite. It's like the podcasters of the Arconia helped crack the code of flawless tailoring.
Whoopi Goldberg
While it's not often that you see Whoopi Goldberg on a red carpet, she proved Sunday she can easily slip "Back in the Habit."
This midnight blue, latex-looking design from Christian Siriano had us singing "Joyful, Joyful" to the rafters. The volume of the off-the-shoulder neckline and the skirt, paired with the cinched in corset bodice is perfection.
Mindy Kaling
The co-creator of "Running Point" looks like a champion in a silver Oscar de la Renta number with gorgeous, 3-dimensional leaves that give the most beautiful hint of movement in her skirt and train.
Doja Cat
Doja Cat uncaged this bombshell Balmain design for the occasion.
The sequins are arranged in a leopard pattern, which the 'Paint the Town Red' artist seemed to be loving. Her animal instincts proved to be spot on.
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Gal Gadot
Gal Gadot pops in Prada.
The "Wonder Woman" star's ballgown, with its full skirt, diverges from the trend of figure-hugging gowns for the evening but makes a statement with its bright, cherry red color.
Elle Fanning
Elle Fanning selects another timeless look, this one by Givenchy.
The "A Complete Unknown" actress accessorized her lace, A-line gown with a diamond necklace. A long, bow, nearly grazing the floor, adds contrast.
Julianne Hough
Julianne Hough stunned in a gauzy, sand-colored chiffon design by Christian Dior.
"It's not every day you get to dress up and feel glamorous," Hough told USA TODAY on the red carpet, "and be a part of an industry that creates so much escapism but also hope and what's possible."
While she's not a fashion critic, the "Dancing with the Stars" host did have a styling note − or perhaps personal wish − for Timothée Chalamet: "I hope he's shirtless," she quipped.
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