Oscars Dress Predictions 2016
We've Got Our Fingers Crossed These 7 Dresses Make an Appearance at the Oscars
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Oh, how many ways there are to prepare for the Oscars. If reminiscing about last year's looks and reviewing the stars' red carpet history doesn't hold you, here's another way to get your fill.
We've enlisted NET-A-PORTER.COM Senior Buyer Holly Russell to consider 2016's stylish nominees and dress them in gowns so lovely, you'll want to add them to your wardrobe, too. Some of Holly's picks may come as surprises — we've yet to see Rooney Mara in Alessandra Rich — but that makes them all the more groundbreaking, and nonetheless smart. Anyway, there's nothing better than a bold surprise on Oscars night.
1 Alicia Vikander, Best Supporting Actress Nominee For The Danish Girl
"Danish beauty Alicia Vikander has not disappointed this award season. Her looks are always some of most eye-catching on the red carpet, and there is not much she can’t pull off. I’d love to see her in a contemporary gown like Gucci’s tiered, ruffled gown in light plum."
Gucci Appliquéd Plissé Silk-Chiffon Gown ($11,000)
2 Brie Larson, Best Actress Nominee For Room
"As the front runner for the coveted best actress award, I’d love to see Brie Larson in a showstopping gown. She’s kept her silhouettes consistently body-hugging throughout award season, and Oscar night is the best time to pull out all the stops on the red carpet with a knockout look. The following Mugler gown has glamour and drama, the perfect dress for a winning moment!"
Mugler Cutout Two-Tone Cady Gown ($3,540)
3 Cate Blanchett, Best Actress Nominee For Carol
"One of my favorites to watch for on the red carpet is Cate Blanchett. The Aussie beauty has a knack for pulling off gowns with unusual accents and silhouettes. From heavy beading to intense fringe, her looks are always straddling the line between classic and avant-garde. While she may choose an understated gown for this Sunday night, I would love to see her amaze us one more time, with an eccentric piece. The following Oscar de la Renta skillfully accented with floral appliqués would suit her beautifully."
4 Jennifer Lawrence, Best Actress Nominee For Joy
"No stranger to the red carpet, Jennifer Lawrence continuously impresses us with her red carpet risks. However, her trademark style that always solidifies her a spot on the best-dressed list, is a simple, body-conscious dress accentuated with bright jewels or a bright lip. A striking halter, like Stella McCartney's chain-embellished design, cleverly accessorized, will be sure to turn heads on Oscar night."
5 Kate Winslet, Best Supporting Actress Nominee For Steve Jobs
"It seems Kate Winslet is a fashion staple on every red carpet, and so it's no surprise that she is well aware of what works best. She looks radiant in jewel-tone gowns and is a big fan of one-shouldered pieces that offer support, while still accentuating her sculpted frame. I think she would look stunning in a streamlined Roland Mouret gown, with a fishtail hem to emphasize her hourglass figure."
Roland Mouret Mercer Wool-Crepe Gown ($3,885)
6 Rooney Mara, Best Supporting Actress Nominee For Carol
"If ever there was a cool girl on the red carpet, it's Rooney Mara. Her distinctive, chameleon-esque look allows for her to play with normally unconventional shapes and materials. I’d love to see her in a daring look, such as a beautiful lace and silk blend Alessandra Rich gown."
7 Saoirse Ronan, Best Actress Nominee For Brooklyn
"One of the youngest nominees this year, Saoirse Ronan has been dazzling audiences and the fashion world with her fresh approach to red carpet fashion. From floral to appliqué, Saoirse always manages to showcase a young yet elegant style. For award season’s biggest night, I’d love to see her embrace a romantic silhouette: a beautiful, floor-sweeping Alexander McQueen dress in a subtle print."
