One of the pure joys of Oscar night is watching the parade of celebrities glide down the red carpet in their couture best. Over the years, the truly outlandish looks have mostly faded (RIP Björk’s swan dress era), replaced by stylist‑curated perfection and designers battling for A‑list real estate. And this year, the diamonds were out in full force—necklaces everywhere, each one more jaw‑dropping than the last.

Still, even in a sea of polished glamour, there are always those moments when you want to gently whisper, “Sweetheart… fire your stylist.” This year, that whisper became a shout with two women I adore: Melissa McCarthy and Sigourney Weaver. But before we get to the fashion fumbles, let’s celebrate the standouts.

Best Dressed Women Over 70

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Goldie Hawn continues to be the patron saint of aging with joy. She looked radiant, and what we love most is her refusal to erase her face into a blank, expressionless canvas. She embraces her lines, her warmth, her history. Hooray for Goldie. And Kate Hudson, as always, was luminous—clearly her mother’s daughter in all the best ways.

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Kathy Bates stunned in a beautifully tailored gown that highlighted her newly slimmed‑down, healthy frame. She looked confident, elegant, and completely herself.

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And Anna Wintour? Only she could pull off that look with icy, effortless perfection.

Our Favorite Gowns of the Night

These women didn’t just dress well—they delivered fashion moments.

• Jessie Buckley in that red‑and‑pink contrast gown? A masterclass in bold elegance.
• Elle Fanning floated in like a modern‑day princess—ethereal, poised, and pure class.
• Nicole Kidman never misses, and this gown was no exception: sleek, sculptural, unforgettable.
• Rose Byrne brought chic sophistication with a twist.
• Demi Moore gave us a peacock‑inspired fantasy—dramatic, striking, and memorable. We just hope she treats herself to a hearty dinner soon; there’s thin, and then there’s Demi‑thin.

 What Were They Thinking?

I adore all three of these actresses, but… oh no.

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Maya Rudolph disappeared under those fluffy layers. She’s gorgeous—why hide her?

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Melissa McCarthy, with her fabulous curves, deserved a knockout moment. Instead, she got a gown that looked like it couldn’t decide if it wanted to be a dress or a jumpsuit.

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Sigourney Weaver showed up in a gown that whispered “pilgrim at a ball,” and not in a charming way.

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And then there’s Misty Copeland. A breathtaking dancer, a stunning woman… and a dress that did her zero favors. Truly baffling.

 And Yes—Diamonds Are Still a Girl’s Best Friend

If there was one universal truth on the carpet this year, it’s that diamonds dominated. Big ones, layered ones, vintage ones—everywhere you looked, a glittering reminder that Hollywood still knows how to sparkle.