Oscars 2025: From Selena Gomez to Ariana Grande, best fashion moments from the red-carpet

The 97th Academy Awards, held Sunday night at LA’s Dolby Theatre, saw celebrities stepping out in their finest attire as they walked the red carpet. This year’s fashion was bigger and bolder than ever, with intricate embroidery taking center stage. From Selena Gomez’s stunning Ralph Lauren creation to Demi Moore’s exquisite Armani Privé gown, craftsmanship stole the spotlight.

Here are some of the standout fashion moments from the star-studded event.

Scarlett Johansson exuded royalty in a deep blue velvet Thierry Mugler gown, complemented by matching elbow-length gloves and dazzling De Beers jewellery.

Scarlett Johansson poses at the 97th Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, U.S. (REUTERS)

Mikey Madison, who won Best Actress for Anora, wowed in a custom Christian Dior Haute Couture gown with a strapless black bodice and a flowing ballerina pink skirt tied with a bow. She completed the look with a Tiffany & Co. necklace.

Mikey Madison poses at the 97th Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, U.S. (REUTERS)

Ariana Grande stunned in a custom Schiaparelli gown from the Spring-Summer 2025 Haute Couture collection, featuring an elegant tulle drape over a structured satin bodice. The French fashion house revealed that the dress was adorned with more than 190,000 crystal sequins, rhinestones, and cut beads.

Ariana Grande poses at the 97th Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, U.S. (REUTERS)

Lily-Rose Depp made a statement in a striking black floral lace halter dress by Chanel. The monochrome ensemble boasted approximately 191,000 embroidered elements, including sequins, crystals, and pearls, and was paired with Chanel diamond jewellery.

Lily-Rose Depp poses at the 97th Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, U.S. (REUTERS)

Best Actor nominee Colman Domingo turned heads in a custom Valentino suit, accessorised with a standout Boucheron bracelet featuring a gold tassel.

Colman Domingo poses at the 97th Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, U.S. (REUTERS)

Monica Barbaro, nominated for Best Supporting Actress for A Complete Unknown, glowed in a pale pink silk Dior gown with a beaded bodice and voluminous pleated skirt.

Monica Barbaro poses at the 97th Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, U.S. (REUTERS)

Margaret Qualley, star of The Substance, opted for a sleek black velvet Chanel gown with an open-back design, accentuated by a dangling tassel from a Chanel diamond necklace.

Margaret Qualley poses at the 97th Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, U.S. (REUTERS)

Jeremy Strong, nominated for Best Supporting Actor, donned an olive green tuxedo by Italian label Loro Piana.

Jeremy Strong poses at the 97th Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, U.S. (REUTERS)

Miley Cyrus, with her striking bleached eyebrows, arrived in a shimmering black Alexander McQueen gown, paired with embroidered gloves.

Miley Cyrus poses at the 97th Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, U.S. (REUTERS)

Last year’s Best Actress winner, Emma Stone, sparkled in a Louis Vuitton gown adorned with rhinestone embellishments. She styled her new pixie cut into a chic vintage Hollywood wave.

Emma Stone poses at the 97th Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, U.S. (REUTERS)

Selena Gomez dazzled in a custom Ralph Lauren gown, accessorised with a Bulgari diamond necklace. The gown featured intricate hand-sewn Rosemont crystals and over 16,000 glass droplets arranged in a delicate lattice pattern.

Selena Gomez poses at the 97th Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, U.S. (REUTERS)

Demi Moore, nominated for Best Actress for The Substance, shone in a custom Giorgio Armani Privé gown, intricately adorned with silver crystals and a striking bow-like detail at the waist.

Demi Moore poses at the 97th Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, U.S. (REUTERS)

Best Actress nominee Cynthia Erivo made a dramatic entrance in a custom Louis Vuitton ensemble: a green velvet gown with exaggerated sleeves and a raised neckline. She completed the look with elaborate hand-sculpted green and gold nails, paying homage to the fictional land of Oz.

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Cynthia Erivo poses at the 97th Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, U.S. (REUTERS)

Zoe Saldaña dazzled in a Saint Laurent gown with a sparkling strass bodice and a deep red satin skirt. The Emilia Pérez star, who won Best Supporting Actress, added sheer, elegant gloves to the ensemble.

Zoe Saldana poses at the 97th Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, U.S. (REUTERS)

Adrien Brody, who took home the Oscar for Best Actor, elevated his classic black-tie look with a striking statement brooch.

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Adrien Brody poses at the 97th Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, U.S. (REUTERS)