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Home • Fashion

And The Best-Dressed Oscar Award Goes To...

Fashionably renovated and never understated! See which actresses seized, strutted and slayed the 2015 Academy Awards red carpet!
By Candace Marie Stewart · Updated October 27, 2020
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Kerry Washington

This darling needs no introduction.  Kerry Washington looked grandiose in a custom Miu Miu beaded gown. This Italian-made piece includes intricate beaded work, and a peplum top that the actress accessorized with a mirrored clutch. 

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Jennifer Hudson

The moment we have all been waiting for! Jennifer Hudson emerges on the red carpet in an exquisite soft-yellow, strapless structured dress.  The actress seals the deal with a thin gold belt and a green emerald ring. 

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Lupita Nyong’o

Lupita Nyong’o has made a name for herself on the big screen, as well as on the red carpet.  The actress elevated her style in a spectacular beaded gown, with an impressive cut-out back. 

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Solange Knowles

Every now and then, something simply beautiful emerges on the red carpet.  This fresh faced beauty, is beyond stunning in a layered crimson jumpsuit.  Solange adorns herself in classic gold jewelry and with small statement studs. 

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Rita Ora

Be afraid….be very afraid.  This fearless woman towers in a custom Marchesa gown, that boasts unbelievable gold embellishments and a never-ending train that creates a sumptuous silhouette. 

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Carmen Ejogo

Holy Hollywood! Clicking the follow button to clue in on this Stars’ style is inevitable. Carmen Ejogo creates a timeless statement in a sparkling white, sequined Houghton Dress. 

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Jennifer Lopez

One dress with the power of two! This flawless fashion veteran has revitalized the red carpet in a skin-toned, exemplary Elie Saab ball-gown.  The luxurious beading on the couture piece, complemented her diamond drop earrings effortlessly. 

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Chrissy Teigen

Chirssy Teigen has fashion stamina like no other. This super-model astonishes in a baby blue, side split, beaded dress gown. 

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Jason Merritt
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Robin Roberts

Totally unexpected, Robin Roberts stunningly sparkled in a deep red, Wizard-of-Oz gown. She kept her look consistent throughout in a pair of matching pumps and a pair of dazzling earrings. 

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Ava DuVernay

Unstoppable and fearless! Ava DuVernay is 2015’s best kept red carpet secret.  The director looked exceptionally posh in a silver beaded, powdered blue pleated gown.  As always, the stunning beauty piled on the pearls and kept it simple with a blue clutch. 

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Oprah Winfrey

This creamy beige frock is absolutely classy and breathtaking on Oprah Winfrey.  The actress keeps her accessories to a minimum since her gown already stole the show. 

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Kevin Mazur