Hits and misses on the Oscars red carpet

Our fashion editor's favourite and, er, most intriguing looks of the Oscars 2019.

Some played it chic, some played it safe, some took a risk, some had a good laugh and some elaborately went over the top (and over again). Fashion editor Stephanie Smith picks her favourite looks from the Oscars red carpet, plus some which confused...

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The Best Actress winner wore dark emerald green with a huge bow at the back that tumbled into a train. On-trend and yet classic, although why cover her arms? Just wear a bit of tan, Olivia.placeholder image
The Best Actress winner wore dark emerald green with a huge bow at the back that tumbled into a train. On-trend and yet classic, although why cover her arms? Just wear a bit of tan, Olivia.
Lady Gaga kept it classic in Alexander McQueen teamed with a 30 million pound Tiffany necklace previously worn by Audrey Hepburn. Slightly merry widow, VERY classy.placeholder image
Lady Gaga kept it classic in Alexander McQueen teamed with a 30 million pound Tiffany necklace previously worn by Audrey Hepburn. Slightly merry widow, VERY classy.
Now that's what we call a tuxedo dress. Billy Porter wears Christian Siriano - dramatic, thought-provoking and surprisingly graceful. Already a classic.placeholder image
Now that's what we call a tuxedo dress. Billy Porter wears Christian Siriano - dramatic, thought-provoking and surprisingly graceful. Already a classic.
Dressed to win or determined to be queen of the night, this dress is too big, too gold, too Game of Thrones - train, cape, sleeves, wrap front, full skirt - it's just too much.placeholder image
Dressed to win or determined to be queen of the night, this dress is too big, too gold, too Game of Thrones - train, cape, sleeves, wrap front, full skirt - it's just too much.
Melissa McCarthy brings the whole Big Oscar Dress Thing down several pegs by poking fun as she presents best costume design. Appropriately crackers.placeholder image
Melissa McCarthy brings the whole Big Oscar Dress Thing down several pegs by poking fun as she presents best costume design. Appropriately crackers.
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