By: Key Michel
Last night at the Oscars, guests showed out styled in the finest vintage and vintage inspired gowns. Daring to be different was a major theme last night; and what better way to create a conversation starter than with a vintage piece.
Archival pieces have become a popular red carpet staple in the past few years. The rise of vintage gowns has sparked an emergence of custom gowns that are inspired by archival pieces; creating a lane for vintage-inspired pieces to stand in.
Vintage and vintage-inspired gowns on the red carpet exude sophistication, elegance, a hint of sexiness, and that old Hollywood glamour that everyone finds mesmerizing. Last night, these gowns granted guests with the opportunity to serve one of a kind pieces, that simultaneously allow them to express their individuality; and showcase a different aspect of their personal self-expression.
The Best Vintage or Vintage Inspired Gowns
Doja Cat styled in a bold leopard-print dress by Balmain, inspired by an archival design from 1953.
Keke Palmer styled in a daring sheer embellished gown from Atelier Versace’s fall collection in 1998
Kendell Jenner styled in an alluring lace floral black gown from Thierry Mugler’s spring collection in 1992
Hailey Bieber styled in a classic black strapless gown from Yves Saint Laurent’s 1987 collection
Anok styled in a custom 1950s inspired strapless gown; paired with a dramatic 70s inspired shall from Marni
Rita Ora styled in a custom 80s inspired velvet gown from Prada
Lupita Nyong’o styled in a pearl coated custom gown from chanel; inspired by look 74 from the Chanel Haute Couture spring-summer collection in 1991
Raye styled in a custom 1950s off the shoulder gown from Vivienne Westwood.
