This year did not disappoint on the fashion front. Let’s dive right in and discuss some of the biggest looks of the evening!

THE BEST

Lady Gaga vamps it up on the champagne carpet in this Atelier Versace gown. While most actresses went for a light and breezy look, Gaga stood out with this dark and dramatic look. The gown fits perfectly and channels Demi Moore in Mugler in “Indecent Proposal.” The red lip and dark eyes perfectly complete the look. Jewels by Tiffany & Co.

Nicole Kidman almost always gets it right - and tonight is no different. This custom Armani Prive gown turned all the heads. The floral details are stunning and not overbearing. I love the loose locks and the light make-up. Perfection.

Janelle Monae departs from her typical black and white look and it pays off! This black and orange Vera Wang outfit was a knock-out on the carpet. Orange is the least worn color on the carpet - and it just pulled that much more attention. The styling with the choker is perfection. And her make-up, as always, is flawless!

Cara Delevingne brings all the glam to the carpet. This custom Elie Saab gives Cara her very own Angelina Jolie leg moment showcasing her Weitzman heels. The gown is dramatic and the Bulgari jewels are dripping. The sleek hair and makeup perfectly complete the ensemble. Bravo.

Harry Shum Jr. looked like a leading man in this tux variation that paid homage to his roots. This single lapel jacket by Adeam is modern and clean. Adeam exclusively designs womenswear so this was a first for the fashion house. I also appreciate how they chose to use navy instead of black. The outfit is completed with a satin obi belt and patent Louboutins.

Fan BingBing won the champagne carpet in this Tony Ward extravaganza! The halter-top and her hair and makeup are a nod to Old Hollywood glamour. The dramatic emerald sleeves and overskirt make Fan look like a giant bow. LOVE. LOVE. LOVE.

Jamie Lee Curtis often skips the red-carpet, but not tonight. She rocks this rhinestone-encrusted corseted Dolce & Gabbana dress. The fit is perfection. Her hair and make-up are radiant. It’s almost like the changed the carpet from red to champagne just to compliment her dress. Fab.

Ana de Armas sparkles in this silvery Louis Vuitton gown. The petals on the bottom of the dress were all constructed using a 3D printer and the dress took over 1000 hours to construct. Her relaxed hair and fresh makeup work perfectly with this look. While my only complaint is that it might look too bridal, it’s a stunning look for entertainment’s biggest night.

THE WORST

Allison Williams isn’t wearing the dress, the dress is wearing her. This Giambattista Valli Haute Couture gown is just too much. The thing I hate the most is the feather trim at the bottom, but paired with the jacket, and then the paisley print nude gown, it’s not working. Especially since she knows how to rock a carpet lock. However, I love this look from the neck up!

Halle Berry fizzles instead of sizzles in this Tamara Ralph gown. The white halter gown is encrusted with rose gold roses. But unlike Nicole Kidman’s Armani Prive floral details, these flowers look cheap. The slit is bordering on tasteless. The hair could have been swept back to reveal her beautiful face. In this case, bad clothes happen to good people!

I adore Cate Blanchett but this Louis Vuitton dress is not worthy of her greatness. Blanchett is usually always on the best dressed list, however this quirky 80s inspired dress does nothing for her. And considering she is a nominee tonight, extra care should have been given to her look. This was her time to shine, not fumble. In the words of Countess Luann: “Even Louis Vuitton makes mistakes!”

Michelle Williams looked like she was ready to walk down the aisle of her second wedding. This Chanel cape dress did little for her - and while it might have popped on a red carpet, she just blended into a sea of other white dresses on the champagne carpet. The cape is studded with crystals and pearls but it looks too matronly for the lovely Michelle. Hair and make-up look stunning though.

Florence Pugh gets low marks for this Valentino Couture look. I actually think that this is what Rihanna should have worn to the event - as it would have been a perfect maternity look. The color washes Florence out, the ruffles consume her. The shorts might have been a cute idea, but it throws off her proportions, as does her big clunky black heels. This could have been a hit on a taller actress or if it was styled differently. Again - from the neck up, she is stunning. Jewelry by Tiffany and Co.

Hong Chau almost got it right in this pink Prada dress with a Mandarin collar - but I can’t get past the tail. Had the train of the dress been the same color, or really any other color, it might not look like a horse tail. The funny thing is that a horse’s tail is actually comprised of long hairs called the skirt. Ironic yes, fashionable no.

2023 Academy Awards Fashion Critique

This year did not disappoint on the fashion front. Let’s dive right in and discuss some of the biggest looks of the evening!

THE BEST

THE WORST