There was no shortage of high-fashion drama on theAcademy Awards red carpeton Sunday night. Fromradiant red lookstovoluminous silhouettestoZendaya’s abs, stars were more than happy to make a grand return to theOscars spotlightin a variety of show-stopping styles.
And of course, one look isneverenough. The night’s biggest winners and best dressed stars made sure to switch up their ensembles forthe Oscars' afterparty circuit, delivering even more mic-drop fashion moments. (Don’t forget to check out100+ best looks from Oscars weekend).
Below, see 10 amazing ceremony-to-afterpary outfit transformations that have PEOPLE style editors talking — and read about ourfavorite looks of the night right here.
Jada Pinkett Smith
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Oscars Red Carpet:commanded the carpet in a dazzling Jean Paul Gaultier SS22 Couture gowncomplete with a high neck, ruched bodice, drop waist and dramatic ruffled skirt, plus matching Jimmy choo heels and G Jewels bling.
Vanity FairAfterparty: switches into a custom gold gradient Dolce & Gabbana strapless gown entirely beaded with Swarovski crystals and a silk chiffon cape.
Jessica Chastain
Oscars Red Carpet: in asequin ombré Gucci gownand statement lionhead diamond-and-white gold earrings, plus a bracelet from Gucci’s High Jewelry collection.
Vanity FairAfterparty: goes for Gucci again in a custom emerald lamé draped gown with pleated detailing and a bustier bodice, plus bling from Gucci’s High Jewelry collection.
Ariana DeBose
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Oscars Red Carpet: wears thecolor of the night in a Valentino Haute Couture pants lookwith plunging crop top, wide-leg pants and voluminous cape, plus De Beers diamonds and an Omega watch.
Vanity FairAfterparty: in a black bow-embellished mini dress and De Beers jewelry.
Zendaya
Vanity FairAfterparty: shows she’s a true style chameleon in a sleek black Sportmax suit with hot pink dress shirt and black tie, plus Bulgari jewelry.
Timothée Chalamet
Oscars Red Carpet:ditches the shirt (and sends pulses racing)under this glittering, lace-trimmed Louis Vuitton tux worn with Cartier gems.
Vanity FairAfterparty: buttons up in an edgy biker jacket and black denim stonewash jeans (both Alexander McQueen).
Kristen Stewart
Oscars Red Carpet: bucks red carpet dressing rules inshort shorts and a blazer from Chanel, plus Chanel jewelry.
Vanity FairAfterparty: in a plunging lace sheer Chanel gown with a bow detail at the waist.
Zoë Kravitz
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Vanity FairAfterparty: remains dedicated to her Saint Laurent fam in a white turtleneck gown with a daringly low open back.
Serena Williams
Oscars Red Carpet: wears a custom plungingaccordion-style pink Gucci gown with black floral detailing on the bust and shoulders, accessorizing with delicate black lace gloves.
Vanity FairAfterparty: goes for another luxe Italian label in her Versace micro-mini.
Megan Thee Stallion
Oscars Red Carpet:makes her Academy Awards debutin strapless blue Gurav Gupta gown with a waist cutout, high slit and flowing train, plus Stuart Weitzman lace-up sandals and lots of bling.
Vanity FairAfterparty: dares to bare in a plunging Mônot gown with hip cutouts.
Venus Williams
Oscars Red Carpet: in aplunging white Elie Saab gownand Tiffany and Co. jewelry.
Vanity FairAfterparty: continues to wow in white in this high-slit peplum design.
Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Scott
Oscars Red Carpet: made their Oscars debut in coordinating style, including a strapless black tea-length vintage Mugler dress paired with a slicked back hairstyle, Lorraine Schwartz jewelry and strappy Aquazzura Perfect Kiss Sandals on Kourtney, and a punk rock black suit on Travis.
Vanity FairAfterparty: go for more coordinating goth vibes in vintage Dolce & Gabbana.
source: people.com
