The 97th Annual Oscars Red Carpet Fashion Showstopper Moments - Page 6

The Oscars are as much about glitz and glamour as they are about honoring talent—and the 97th Annual Academy Awards didn’t disappoint! The red carpet brought yet another night of iconic fashion moments, proving once again that style shares the spotlight with cinema. From muted hues to scene-stealing red tones, Hollywood’s elite gave us much to talk about. Let’s break down the night’s standout looks, trends, and the designers who made the magic happen. The overarching theme of the night was muted, understated elegance, with neutral tones ruling the carpet. However, a few daring stars stepped out in bold reds, stealing attention and giving us all a lesson in chic contrast. Beyond the color palette, there was a noticeable split between stars playing it safe and those willing to push the lines of tradition with unconventional designs. Cynthia Erivo, Halle Berry, Ariana Grande, and Colman Domingo emerged as risk-takers, making bold statements that sparked fashion debates across the internet.

Halle Berry’s Soft Elegance in Christian Siriano

Halle Berry exuded elegance and personified style, gracing the red carpet in a custom-designed Christian Siriano gown. The strapless dress featured mirrored metallic detailing hugging her curves, capturing the perfect balance of contemporary fashion and timeless beauty. Once again, Berry reminded us why she’s a red carpet heavyweight.

Cynthia Erivo’s Couture Risk in Louis Vuitton

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One of the evening’s riskiest—and most talked-about—looks came courtesy of Cynthia Erivo. She stunned in a custom Louis Vuitton gown that pushed boundaries, featuring dramatic structures and avant-garde style. Erivo didn’t just attend the Oscars; she once again embodied her character Elphaba in Wicked.  Without question, she continues to be one of the most memorable celebs on the red carpet, but that’s how she always does.

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Ariana Grande’s Schiaparelli Fairytale Moment

Actress and pop icon Ariana Grande channeled high-fashion and drama that her character Galenda from Wicked would wear in a Schiaparelli masterpiece. The structured gown perfectly blended regal sophistication with an air of fantasy. Grande’s look provided a subtle exaggeration that made the loudest statement with class.

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Demi Moore Brings Drama in Custom Armani Prive

Demi Moore turned heads in a custom Armani Prive design with intricate beadwork and sparkle.  The plunging neckline and accumant around her hips brought sexiness with class to the red carpet.  Her look is fully aligned with her comeback year, reminding us all that Demi is still every bit of “that girl”.

The 97th Oscars red carpet wasn’t just an evening of cinematic celebration but an ode to the artistry of fashion. From the soft elegance of Halle Berry to the jaw-dropping risks taken by Cynthia Erivo, the night proved that these ladies, and others, remain trailblazers both on and off the screen.   RELATED STORIES: Stylish Celebs Celebrate Honorees at the 2025 Essence Black Women in Hollywood Red Carpet Rundown: Chloe Bailey, Gabrielle Union, Cynthia Erivo, & More Slay The 56th NAACP Image Awards Glitz, Glamour, and Real Talk: The NAACP Image Awards       The article ‘The 97th Annual Oscars Red Carpet Fashion Showstopper Moments‘ was created with the help of Jasper.AI

1. Colman Domingo

Colman Domingo at the 97th Oscars a bold ready non-traditonal tuxed by Valentino with a black collar tied at the waist paired with black pants.  

2. Cynthia Erivo

Cynthia Erivo attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a green velvet ball gown with an exaggerated collar and neckline by Louis Vuitton.

3. Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande the 97th Annual Oscars in a powder pink strapless gown with a avant-garde skirt shape by Schiaparelli

4. Lalisa Manoban

Lalisa Manoban known as Lisa attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a long gown by Mark Gong that is a play on menswear tuxedo.

5. Demi Moore

Demi Moore at the 97th Oscars wearing a silver embellished custom gown by Armani Prive

6. Samuel L. Jackson

Samuel L. Jackson at the 97th Oscars wearing a traditional tuxedo in monochromatic black

7. Doja Cat

Doja Cat attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a leopard print mermaid gown with a train and matching sash.

8. Raye

Raye at the 97th Oscars wearing a bold red gown with voluminous draping by Vivienne Westwood

9. Paul Tazewell

Paul Tazewell attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a satin and black tuxedo with a nontraditional tie embleshed with a broach and cummerbund by Paul Tazewell

10. Joan chen

Joan Chen at the 97th Annual Oscars wore a beautifully draped off the shoulder bright green gown by Elie Saab

11. Bowen Yang

Bowen Yang attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a a black suit with colorful embroidery by Etro

12. Anok Yai

 Anok Yai attends the 97th Annual Academy Awards wearing a strapless peach satin mermaid gown with a feather boa by Marni

13. Storm Reid

Storm Reid attends the 97th Annual Oscars in a dramatic short red gown with matching cape by Alexandre Vauthier

14. Emilie Livingston and Jeff Goldblum

Emilie Livingston and Jeff Goldblum at the 97th Oscars wearing coordinated colorful floral looks designed by Prada

15. Omar Apollo

Omar Apollo at the 97th Oscars wearing a black suit with accessories that pushed the fashion line including a scarf, polka dot shirt and matching headpiece

16. Bresha Webb

Bresha Webb at the 97th Oscars wearing a vintage red Valentino dress with a peplum and bows.  

17. Ryan Michelle Bathe and Stelring K. Brown

Ryan Michelle Bathe and Sterling K. Brown attend the 97th Annual Oscars, Ryan wore a strapless gold gown, and Sterling wore a black and cream traditional tuxedo.

18. Fernanda Torres

Fernanda Torres at the 97th Oscars wearing a black lace long sleeve Chanel gown with feathers

19. Whoopi Goldberg

Whoopi Goldberg at the 97th Oscars wearing a silver liquid metal gown by Christian Siriano

20. Coco Jones

Coco Jones attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a black sparkly gown 

21. Mindy Kaling

Mindy Kaling at the 97th Oscars wearing a high neck sleeveless silver mermaid gown with embleshments by Oscar De La Renta

22. Halle Berry

Halle Berry attends the 97th Annual Oscars in a mirrored strapless gown with see-thru panels down the side by Christian Siriano

23. Felicity Jones

Felicity Jones attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a silver satin gown with cut-outs and a bow by Armani Prive

24. Zoe Saldana

Zoe Saldana attends the 97th Annual Oscars sheer and burgandy tiered gown and matching opera gloves by Saint Laurent 

25. Lupita Nyong'o

Lupita Nyong’o attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a white gown with an embellished sparkly top with pearl straps by Chanel 

26. Bruna Marquezine

Bruna Marquezine at the 97th Oscars wearing a fitted ivory gown with a plunging neckline and ruching on the bodice by Versace 

27. H.E.R.

H.E.R. attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a muted gold strapless gown with a matching belt by Ralph Lauren

28. Queen latifah

Queen Latifah attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a red gown with accenuated shoulders by Christian Siriano

29. Gyle King

Gayle King attends the 97th Annual Oscars a simple long sleeve silver gown hugging her curves

30. Selena Gomez

Selena Gomez attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a flesh-tone sparkly gown with a trumpet bottom custom for her by Ralph Lauren

31. Timothée Chalamet

Timothée Chalamet attends the 97th Annual Oscars in a bright yellow custom monochromatic suit by Givenchy

32. Emma Stone

Emma Stone attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a sparkly silver plunging gown by Louis Vuitton

33. Miley Cyrus

Miley Cyrus attends the 97th Annual Oscars in a high-neck black gown with a scarkly bodice and matching sheer gloves by Alexander McQueen

34. Andrew Garfield

Andrew Garfield attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a monochromatic chocolate brown suit and a satin shirt without a tie.

35. Michelle Yeoh

Michelle Yeoh attends the 97th Annual Oscars in a sapphire strapless blue Balenciaga gown and a long train.

36. Yvonne Orji

Yvonne Orji attends the 97th Annual Oscars wearing a strapless mirrored straight gown by Pamella Roland