The 94th Academy Awards' red carpet began at the Dolby Theatre and nominees were seen dazzling at the red carpet event before the show. Among those nominated, 'Variety' highlighted Ariana DeBose, Kristen Stewart and Jessica Chastain as some of the year's best dressed. Even as the Oscars celebrate cinema, the ceremony is no stranger to bold political statements. From stars donning the colours of the Ukrainian flag to vocal condemnation of Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' bill, the year has been rife with protests both on and off the carpet. (All photos/AFP)
Updated On: 2022-03-28 12:55 PM IST
Zoe Kravitz, The 'Batman' star kept things simple and beautiful with a pastel pink floor-length Saint Laurent dress. Complimenting her minimal look, she added a sparkling choker and stud earrings.
Nicole Kidman was a vision to behold in her violet custom Armani Prive gown, which she teamed up with a diamond necklace and a striking red lip.
Zendaya, who continues to be the star of every red carpet she graces, arrived wearing a dazzling fully beaded silver skirt with a glossy button-up crop top, bold necklace and messy undone updo.
Rachel Zegler, the 'West Side Story' star, who recently made headlines over not being invited to the Oscars 2022, was later announced as one of the presenters for the ceremony. The actor turned heads as she arrived wearing Christian Dior SS22 Couture.
Jessica Chastain, who was nominated for an Oscar for 'The Eyes of Tammy Faye', was a pastel dream in an ombre Gucci gown with rose gold bodice fading into a fully sequin lavender skirt with tulle hem, plus major chandelier earrings.
Actor Kristen Stewart turned heads in a rather groundbreaking choice of clothing. The 'Spencer' star turned heads when she arrived wearing a custom Chanel short suit.
Andrew Garfield sported an eggplant velvet jacket, floppy bow tie and black pants with a David Yurman ring.
Actor Olivia Colman, who was nominated for 'The Lost Daughter', looked stunning in a silver metallic gown.
Timothee Chalamet looked dapper as he arrived wearing a sparkling, lace-trimmed Louis Vuitton tux with Cartier gems.
Ariana DeBose was nominated for 'West Side Story', rocked crimson pants look with a plunging bodice, wide-leg pants and voluminous cape.
Jamie Lee Curtis appeared in a shimmery midnight blue Stella McCartney dress, showing off a ribbon honouring refugees.
Oscar host Regina Hall sported a toffee-coloured gown with dramatic sheer sleeves.
Actress Vanessa Hudgens stuns in a sequined black dress accessorised with emerald green.
A sequined ribbon trim highlighted Oscar host Amy Schumer's midnight blue dress.
