| FASHION FEATURE: OSCARS®
AND AWARDS |
Oscars®
2008 Fashion - 80th Annual Academy Awards
The 2008 Oscars®
Red Carpet was a blaze with red dresses along with simple tones like
silver, navy, cream and white, and of course, black. Hilary Swank
wore Versace black assymetric with an illusion shoulder and floral
appliques. Katherine Heigl was regal in a crimson one-shoulder form-fitting
glamour gown by Escada, a new older look for Heigl. Keri Russell looked
like the bell of the prom in Nina Ricci ivory accompanied by H.Stern
jewelry. Russell's gown was strapless which seem to be one of the
trends of the evening. One of the most dazzling dresses was worn by
Renee Zellweger, a Carolina Herrera design with starburst beadwork
flowing from a magnificant bodice brooch. Zellweger's buff physique
and boy haircut accentuated the modern Hollywood starlet look. And
never to be outdone, Jessica Alba appeared in burgundy looking sweet
and very pregnant, gown by Marchesa and jewelry by Cartier. |
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The 78th Annual Academy Awards, Oscars® 2006 fashion...
Jessica Alba beamed in golden Versace. Rachel Weisz
wore Narciso Rodriguez empire silhouette in wine. Felicity Huffman
showed off "the Zac Posen," with sheer panels and a plunging
neckline. more below...
Natasha Henstridge gave a nod to Randolph Duke who did commentary
from the Red Carpet. Best Actress Winner Reese Witherspoon wore Chirstian
Dior all beaded in champagne color. more below... |
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Sin City star
Jessica Alba wearing Versace, Oscars® 2006
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| 2006
OSCARS®
WINNERS |
Best
Motion Picture
Crash,
Paul Haggis and Cathy Schulman |
Best
Leading Actor
Phillip
Seymour Hoffman, Capote |
Best
Cinematography
Memoirs
of a Geisha, Dion Beebe |
Best
Leading Actress
Reese
Witherspoon, Walk the Line |
Best
Screenplay - Adapted
Brokeback
Mountain, Larry McMurtry and Diana Ossana
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Best
Supporting Actor
George
Clooney, Syriana |
Best
Writing - Original
Crash,
Paul Haggis |
Best
Supporting Actress
Rachel
Weisz, Constant Gardner |
Best
Film Editing
Crash,
Hughes Winborne |
Best
Director
Ang
Lee, Brokeback Mountain |
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Oscars® 2006
fashion...
Academy Awards
Red Carpet 2006 - Champagne and Caviar
Jon Stewart kept the 2006 Academy Awards show as light and bubbly as the
colors worn by the red carpet attendees - champagne was the dominant color
of the evening. Sparkling pale looks graced Oscar® Winner Reese Witherspoon
in vintage 1955 Christian Dior - a princess ball gown silver-dusted with
ribbons of sequins that she picked up in Paris, Diane Kruger in a re-embroidered
strapless champagne tiered evening gown, and Jennifer Gardner in Michael
Kors - a low cut, glistening golden Empire formal gown.
Uma Thurman, ever ethereal, wore creamy Versace - a subdued, cap-sleeve
dress with gauzy godet inserts, while Oscar presenter Jennifer Alba glowed
in gold-bronze Versace - a shirred chiffon halter formal gown with delicate
lace appliques. Alba demurely said, "It fit well so I went with it." Donatello
Versace attended the show and stated firmly, "Neutral color is in; nothing
else matters but the dress."
White Hot 2006 Presenter Nicole Kidman captured this season's white-hot
evening trend in a white strapless Balenciaga. Its' understated chic bespoke
both her complexion and personality. Caviar black makes a comeback on the
red carpet fashion runway this awards season, with many stars opting for
the comforts of its basic silhouette. Charlize Theron wowed fans in high-brow
couture black Christian Dior, Felicity Huffman in complex Zac Posen, and
Oscar winner Rachel Weisz, who said her win was "overwhelming", let the
accolades flow in her modern Narciso Rodriguez maternity dress with flattering
Empire waist.
Carmen Marc Valvo graces the Red Carpet with Queen Latifah's well-fitted
silky black strapless evening dress, complete with asymmetric side ruffles.
Dashes of color kept the 75th Academy Awards show lively, most notably bright
blue on Jada Pinkett Smith by Roberto Cavalli, muted olive green vintage
for Jennifer Lopez, sexy turquoise satin charmeuse on Salma Hayek, Michelle
Adams in deep yellow chiffon Vera Wang, Madonna in Versace fuchsia and pink
tones, Amy Adams in chocolate brown and turquoise, and Keira Knightley in
eggplant Vera Wang. Two major trends coming out of the 2006 Oscars red carpet
fashion are large teardrop earrings, as seen on Jessica Alba and Amy Adams,
and side-pocketed frocks, as worn by Amy Adams' Carolina Herrera, Sandra
Bullock's midnight blue Zac Posen and Maggie Gyllenhaal's v-neck brown halter
dress.
The Guys The men suited up in classic tuxedos, such as George Clooney,
Jake Gyllenhaal, Heath Ledger, Matt Dillon, and Keanu Reeves, each with
subtle details in traditional tailoring. Splendid detours into fashion-forward
territory included Terrance Howard in Dolce & Gabbana, Jamie Fox's fantastic
turquoise shirt, and Chris 'Ludacris' Bridges' black velvet jacket on matte
black tone by Georgio Armani. |
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The 77th Annual
Academy Awards, Oscars® 2005 fashion... Light neutral shades
in yellow, cream, stone, and beige were popular among the high-wattage celebrities
at the Oscars® 2005 Academy Awards, often combined with this season's must-have
Greco-Roman (a.k.a. Troy) fashion trend.
Most notable styles among the pale colors were Oscar winner Cate Blanchett's
one-shoulder pale yellow silk taffeta Valentino Couture Grecian gown and
burgundy sash, Halle Berry's Atelier Versace iridescent taupe silk chiffon
gown, and Natalie Portman's taupe Grecian column dress by Lanvin with metallic
trimming, matching headband and subtle diamond studs.
Midnight blue was the surprise new black at the Oscars® Red Carpet, with
the likes of Salma Hayak in a deep plunging navy Prada evening gown with
fishtail train and Oscar nominee Virginia Madsen swathed in a strapless,
royal blue silk satin charmeuse corset gown with black silk overlay by Atelier
Versace. |
Aviator actress
Kate Blanchett in Valentino, Oscars® 2005
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| 2005
OSCARS®
WINNERS |
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Best
Motion Picture
Million
Dollar Baby, Warner Bros. |
Best
Leading Actor
Jamie
Foxx, Ray |
Best
Cinematography
The
Aviator, Miramax |
Best
Leading Actress
Hilary
Swank, Million Dollar Baby |
Best
Screenplay - Adapted
Sideways,
Alexander Payne & Jim Taylor |
Best
Supporting Actor
Morgan
Freeman, Million Dollar Baby |
Best
Writing - Original
Eternal
Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Charlie Kaufman |
Best
Supporting Actress
Cate
Blanchett, The Aviator |
Best
Film Editing
The
Aviator, Thelma Schoonmaker |
Best
Director
Clint
Eastwood, Million Dollar Baby |
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Academy Awards, Oscars® 2004 fashion... Color trends highlighted
the Oscars® 2004 Red Carpet - delicious caramels, creamy vanillas, and
glittery cafe au lait set the tone for the 2004 formal evening gown season.
Slinky and soft, most actresses opted for well known silhouettes with modern
touches of border fancy. Julia Roberts presented and wore a body skimming
cocoa gown with plunging neckline and shimmery waist brooch. Naomi Watts
was electric in a heavy beaded and sequined gold strapless dress. Angelina
Jolie exuded drama in satin charmeuse, calling her look "sexy."
Perhaps the most surprising fashion statement of the night was Johnny Depp's
new haircut, which respected his quirky persona while dressing up for his
big Best Actor Nomination night. more ... |
Alias star
Jennifer Garner in a vintage Valentino evening gown, Oscars® 2004
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| 2004
OSCARS®
WINNERS |
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Best
Motion Picture
The Lord of the Rings : Return of the King, New Line
Cinema |
Best
Leading Actor
Sean Penn, Mystic River |
Best
Cinematography
Master and Commander : The Far Side of the World, 20th Century
Fox |
Best
Leading Actress
Charlize Theron, Monster |
Best
Screenplay - Adapted
The Lord of the Rings : Return of the King, Philippa
Boyens, Fran Walsh, Peter Jackson |
Best
Supporting Actor
Tim Robbins, Mystic River |
Best
Writing - Original
Lost in Translation, Sofia Coppola |
Best
Supporting Actress
Renee Zellweger, Cold Mountain |
Best
Film Editing
The Lord of the Rings : Return of the King, New Line
Cinema |
Best
Director
Peter Jackson, The Lord of the Rings : Return of the King |
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| Oscars® 2003...
The 75th Academy Awards® from Hollywood Black, white, gold, and
basic reds and blushes characterized the somber Oscars® 2003 event.
Steve Martin's dry humor provided some relief to an otherwise awkward mood,
while the highlight of the evening was a touching anniversary video profile
of previous Oscars® winners going back 70 years. Salma Hayek was charming
in a simple black lace sleeveless blouse (see fashion sketch) with white
satin a-line skirt. Nicole Kidman won Best Actress for her role in The Hours,
as she appeared stunningly dressed in a black gown with fabric flairs. Renee
Zellweger was brilliant in a red faux two piece dress... more |
Salma Hayek from
Oscars® 2003
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| WINNERS |
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Best
Motion Picture
Chicago,
Martin Richards |
Best
Leading Actor
Adrien
Brody, The Pianist |
Best
Cinematography
Road
to Perdition, Conrad L. Hall |
Best
Leading Actress
Nicole
Kidman, The Hours |
Best
Writing - Adapted
The
Pianist , Ronald Harwood |
Best
Supporting Actor
Cris
Cooper, Adaptation |
Best
Writing - Original
Talk
to Her, Pedro Almodóvar |
Best
Supporting Actress
Catherine
Zeta-Jones, Chicago |
Best
Film Editing
Chicago,
Martin Walsh |
Best
Director
Roman Polanski, The Pianist |
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... The 74th Academy Awards® from the
Kodak Theatre in Hollywood Oscars® fashion for 2002 was conservative
and glamorous, acknowledging the tragic events of September 2001 while forging
ahead with world-class entertainment and style. Oscars® is watched by
"a billion people," as one overwhelmed winner stammered, and Hollywood
was dressed for the occassion both on the Red Carpet
and in the Show. Fashion highlights: The women wore lots of black gowns,
mostly strapless and/or sheer, and the men were also donned mainly in black
tuxedos. Renee Zellweger, Reese Witherspoon, Naomi Watts, and Marcia
Gay Harden wore black, while Halle Berry, who won Best Actress for Monster's
Ball, wore cranberry with sheer and leaf appliques, Nichole Kidman wore
pale pink, and Sissy Spacek broke ranks with a suit jacket combination.
More coming soon... |
Renee Zellweger
from Oscars® 2002
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| WINNERS |
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Best
Motion Picture
A
Beautiful Mind, Brian Grazer, Ron Howard, producers |
Best
Leading Actor
Denzell
Washington, Training Day |
Best
Cinematography
Lord
of the Rings: Fellowship of the Rings, Andrew Lesnie |
Best
Leading Actress
Halle
Berry, Monster's Ball |
Best
Writing - Adapted
A
Beautiful Mind, Akiva Goldsman |
Best
Supporting Actor
Jim
Broadbent , Iris |
Best
Writing - Original
Gosford
Park, Julian Fellowes |
Best
Supporting Actress
Jennifer
Connelly, A Beautiful Mind |
Best
Film Editing
Black
Hawk Down, Pietro Scalia |
Best
Director
Ron
Howard, A Beautiful Mind |
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 METROFASHION
MAGAZINE
Formalwear Winter/Spring 2002 New Commitments bring New Style...
Perhaps no formalwear season of the last 30 years is more important to the
fashion industry than the Year 2002 season - designers, retailers, and boutiques
anticipate a surge of special occassion shopping as American consumers reaffirm
their commitment to family, community, and charity through weddings and
events. The New
Fashion Values of 2002 have already influenced formalwear styles for
prom dresses, bridal
gowns and bridesmaid dresses,
and special occassion
evening gowns.
The first influence is the highlighted bodice; designers this season are
placing more emphasis on fitted shapes with striking color and embroidery
or ornaments. In our cover shot from Macy's Passport '01, Jessica
McClintock's fairy green, plunging v-neck gown is crisply molded and
matched to the extravagant floral inlay of the skirt. Also shown is the
deep backline and decorative mosaic design of another Jessica McClintock
creation. With the globalization
of fashion trends, simplifying and highlighting the bodice in formalwear
designs broadens the designer's reach across clutural expectations.
The second influence is the bold feminine shape; designers are using sheath,
trumpet,
princess,
mermaid,
and a-line
styling to create curvy dresses, many with corseted or structured undergarments,
reasserting the womanly look in this season's formal line. Gone are the
demure straight silhouettes and the tailored workwear looks of the late
1990s. The post-9/11/01 woman attends her public as a proud yet traditionally
sensual creature.
Which leads to the third influence, the new emphasis on soft, feminine expression
through silk and chiffon
overlays, lace
bordering, and beaded
or rhinestone
hems, lines, and straps. While the 2002 party-goer is simply elegant with
brilliant structural accents, the 2002 bride dons a flowing gown overlayed
with embroidered or appliqued sheath. Soft satin silk is the fabric of choice,
with form-enhancing embellishments to match the wearer's personality.
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| Oscars®
2001 ... The
73rd Academy Awards® from the Shrine Auditorium
Jennifer Lopez at the
Academy Awards® (does the phrase "fashion
spectacle" come to mind?)... Marcia
Gay Harden ... from the red carpet, "Dad, I never realized that you
and the boys were so into haute
couture in the 7th Fleet." Marcia was dashing in a red Randolph
Duke gown. Michelle Yeow ... (wearing) designer Bonnie Chang. more
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Jennifer Lopez,
2001 Oscars®
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| WINNERS |
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Best
Motion Picture
Gladiator,
Douglas Wick, producer |
Best
Leading Actor
Russell
Crowe, Gladiator |
Best
Cinematography
Crouching
Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Peter Pau |
Best
Leading Actress
Julia
Roberts, Erin Brockovich |
Best
Writing - Adapted
Traffic,
Stephen Gaghan |
Best
Supporting Actor
Benecio
Del Toro, Traffic |
Best
Writing - Original
Almost
Famous, Cameron Crowe |
Best
Supporting Actress
Marcia
Gay Harden, Pollock |
Best
Film Editing
Traffic,
Stephen Mirrione |
Best
Director
Steven
Soderberg, Traffic |
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| Oscars®
Fashion Links: Australian
Press bright photographs from red carpet (e.g. Renee Zellweger waving
and smiling) | Hollywood
Stock Exchange Insider's Guide | RealCities
Network covers red carpet fashion | American
Movie Classics looks at Oscar fashion | GiorgioArmani.com
(see screenshot below) | Los
Angeles Times Oscars® fashion coverage |
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| Oscar®
2000 Links |
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EOnline.com:
Elle MacPherson and Elizabeth Hurley at the Elton John party! |
SMH Australia: top Oscars® designers |
EOnline.com: Charlize Theron glamour on the red carpet |
Go.com (MrShowBiz): Oscar® Chic with top picture Charlize Theron!
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Go.com (MrShowBiz): Lucy Liu on the red carpet |
Go.com (MrShowbiz): Charlize Theron in tangerine on the Red Carpet
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