Saoirse Ronan in Calvin Klein Collection
The Brooklyn star said she chose to wear green as a shout-out to her home country of Ireland—but rather than evoking memories of St. Patrick’s Days past, her slinky emerald gown served up easy sophistication.
Alicia Vikander in Louis Vuitton
If you had told us last week that a bubble dress with a high-low hem would have been one of our favorites of the night, we probably would have laughed in your face (sorry!) But Vikander’s lemon sherbet gown was a pleasant surprise, and a refreshingly different choice for the actress.
Cate Blanchett in Armani Privé
For proof that spring has sprung (well, in Los Angeles at least), look no further than Blanchett’s seafoam green gown, which fit flawlessly and featured tiny raindrop embellishments made from Swarovski crystals.
Charlotte Rampling in Armani Privé
A gentle reminder that this Best Actress nominee doesn’t employ a stylist and, at 70, is running circles around stars half her age (in sensible periwinkle blue satin pumps, no less).
Charlize Theron in Christian Dior Haute Couture
“I literally started clapping when I saw Charlize Theron. She’s so beautiful.” – a quote from Tina Fey on the red carpet, but also how we felt when we saw this dress. She’s even making the carpet look dull, you guys.
Priyanka Chopra in Zuhair Murad and a Rauwolf clutch
OK, yes, Chopra would look fantastic in just about anything, but this strapless number lets her features really shine. Of all the white and ivory gowns on the red carpet tonight (and there were many) this was among our favorites.
Lady Gaga in Brandon Maxwell
We’e here for the idea of pants on the red carpet, and Gaga’s sculptural ensemble strikes the perfect balance between avant-garde and Old Hollywood elegance.
Margot Robbie in Tom Ford
Robbie looked like pure sunshine (and an actual Oscar) in this leather appliqué Tom Ford golden gown, and we’re digging the Jerry Hall-at-Studio-54 moment she’s having.
Rachel McAdams in August Getty Atelier
Between the color, the train, and the plunging back, this gown was made to be worn on the red carpet. And while the close-up shots from the front weren’t 100 percent flattering (wrinkles: every stylist’s worst enemy), from the back? Swoon.
Rooney Mara in Givenchy Haute Couture
If we called this look “couture corpse bride”, would you believe us that we meant it as a compliment? The contrast between the severe dark hair and the delicate ivory lace never fails to be a winner for the Carol nominee.