fashion
March 13, 2026
From Björk’s swan dress to Céline’s back-to-front tux: the most iconic Oscar red carpet looks
Ridiculed, ‘memed’ and consigned to worst-dressed lists, seven standout Oscar outfits from over the years
TL;DR
- Björk's 2001 swan dress, initially panned, is now a celebrated fashion moment.
- Barbra Streisand's 1969 see-through pantsuit caused a sensation and was considered original.
- Cher's 1986 Bob Mackie ensemble was a statement against not being nominated.
- Sharon Stone's 1996 Gap polo neck look was a result of a ruined dress, showcasing high-low dressing.
- Céline Dion's 1999 John Galliano tux, initially on worst-dressed lists, is now seen as classic.
- Michelle Williams's 2006 Vera Wang dress is credited with influencing subsequent yellow carpet looks.
- Angelina Jolie's 2012 leg display coincided with the rise of meme culture.
- Billy Porter's 2019 gown was intended as a piece of political art.
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