Hollywood golden couple Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt at the 72nd Annual Academy Awards. Photo / Getty Images
Hollywood golden couple Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt at the 72nd Annual Academy Awards. Photo / Getty Images
The exquisite celebration that is the Academy Awards is not far away, having been delayed till the end of April, due to Covid-19.
And with an event so ritzy, it makes sense its dress code is equally impressive and ethereal.
The Oscars has played host to a bevy of breathtaking gowns across its 91 years, from cutting-edge frocks made well ahead of their time (we're looking at you, Gwyneth Paltrow), to the classics that have withstood decades of fashion evolution (Nicole Kidman, naturally).
Ahead of the 93rd Academy Awards on Monday, we've pulled together some of the most jaw-dropping looks of all time.
The fashion forward actress was out to make a statement in this Gucci gown, which seems almost like two dresses that have been sewn together, but she really makes it work.
Saoirse Ronan at the 92nd Annual Academy Awards was a fashion tour de force in Gucci, we even love the blunt fringe. Photo / Getty Images
Rooney Mara, 2020
The red carpet at the 2020 Academy Awards was dominated by long lines and bare shoulders but Mara stood out from the crowd with this bold cut-out gown by Alexander McQueen.
Rooney Mara amazed in Alexander Mcqueen at the Academy Awards in 2020. Photo / Getty Images
Lady Gaga, 2019
Last year's awards season darling, Gaga was every bit the glamour queen in a mermaid-style strapless black gown by Alexander McQueen, long satin gloves and – naturally – diamonds to die for.
Lady Gaga's was a statement in glamour when she won the Academy Award for Best Actress in 2019. Photo / Getty Images
Lupita Nyong'o, 2014
From the baby blue hue, to the plunging neckline and floaty fit, Oscar winner Nyong'o's whole vibe was simply dreamy.
Lupita Nyong'o was flowing grace at the 86th Academy Awards in 2014. Photo / Getty Images
Rosamund Pike, 2015
Every bit the scarlet woman, Pike was striking in a figure-hugging red Givenchy gown.
Rosamund Pike was every bit the femme fatale at the 87th Annual Academy Awards. Photo / Getty Images
Keira Knightley, 2015
A pregnant and glowing Knightley went for graceful chic with this delicate soft floral frock.
Keira Knightley was the epitome of maternity chic in this flowing floral gown atarrives at the 87th Annual Academy Awards in 2015. Photo / Getty Images
Jennifer Lawrence, 2013
Then 22, JLaw won the Oscar for Best Actress for her role in Silver Linings Playbook wearing a billowing blush pink Dior gown that was made for a winner.
Jennifer Lawrence was angelic in this white straless gown at the 85th Annual Academy Awards. Photo / Getty Images
Mila Kunis, 2011
Lavender and lace … Kunis was a graceful goddess in this flowing number.
Mila Kunis was somehow understated, yet elegant at the 83rd Annual Academy Awards in 2011. Photo / Getty Images
Nicole Kidman, 2007
We don't throw this phrase around lightly, but Kidman is a true red carpet icon. This scarlet Balenciaga ensemble is elegance at its peak.
Nicole Kidman was the picture of elegance in red at the 2007 Academy Awards. Photo / Getty Images
Michelle Williams, 2006
At the time, Williams was critiqued for wearing a colour that didn't compliment her fair skin tone, but she was ahead of the curve and, years later, this look is still topping Oscars best dressed lists.
Mila Kunis was somehow understated, yet elegant at the 83rd Annual Academy Awards in 2011. Photo / Getty Images
Angelina Jolie, 2004
Ange really can do no wrong, but the actress channelling Marilyn Monroe in white satin is particularly memorable.
Angelina Jolie stunned in white satin at the 76th Annual Academy Awards in 2004. Photo / Getty Images
Scarlett Johansson, 2004
The ultimate Hollywood glamour woman, then and now, this aquamarine satin gown by Alberta Ferretti is easily one of ScarJo's most iconic looks.
Scarlett Johansson was a vintage-inspired goddess at the 76th Annual Academy Awards in 2004. Photo / Getty Images
Charlize Theron, 2004
Theron commands red carpet attention, but perhaps none more so than the 2004 Oscars when she sparkled in this divine Gucci gown. She also took home the Best Actress award that year for her starring role in Monster.
Charlize Theron glittered in this silver dress at the 76th Annual Academy Awards in 2004. Photo / Getty Images
Jennifer Lopez, 2003
At the height of their couple fame, JLo accompanied Ben Affleck wearing a relaxed demure mint-coloured Valentino gown. Breathtaking.
