Ahead of the 2024 Oscars ceremony, L'OFFICIEL takes a look at the best Academy Awards red carpet looks in history.

The <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/film-tv/where-to-watch-oscar-nominated-movies-2021" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Academy Awards </a>mark one of the most-watched <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/outrageous-fashion-grammys-red-carpet" target="_blank" rel="noopener">red carpet</a> events in the world. From red carpet interactions to seating arrangements, everyone's eyes are carefully glued to the screen. With over 9 million fans watching, Hollywood celebrities are encouraged to get in their most over-the-top <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/90s-outfits-celebrity-fashion-making-comeback" target="_blank" rel="noopener">outfits</a> and glamorous <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion-week/impressive-bridal-gowns-spring-summer-2021-haute-couture" target="_blank" rel="noopener">gowns</a> in an effort to steal the show and hopefully win&mdash;besides the coveted Oscar&mdash;the title of Best Dressed of the night.&nbsp;
From Lauren Hutton's '<a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/70s-fashion-fall-winter-2021-vintage-inspired" target="_blank" rel="noopener">70s</a> rainbow gown to <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/pop-culture/gwyneth-paltrow-goop-first-vibrator-valentines-day-throwback-oscars-photo-instagram-meme" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Gwyneth Paltrow</a>'s iconic pink dress, in the over 90 years of Academy Awards, many actresses have tried to push boundaries so as to leave a mark in the history of most memorable Oscars red carpet <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/vintage-gucci-moments-jackie-kennedy-tom-ford" target="_blank" rel="noopener">moments</a> in fashion. American <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/beyonce-whitney-houston-music-icons-costumes-auction" target="_blank" rel="noopener">singer</a> and actress Cher's style has been definitely one for the <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/art/fashion-coffee-table-books-chanel-dior" target="_blank" rel="noopener">books</a>, with her dramatic and scandalous <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/bob-mackie-dresses-barbie-cher-costume-designer" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bob Mackie</a> looks that are still remembered today. While she's a tough act to beat, that doesn't mean other starlets haven't tried. Honorable mentions go out to <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/film-tv/zendaya-defends-euphoria-season-2-glamorizing-drugs-controversy-dare" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Zendaya</a> in a canary yellow gown and Australian actress <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/film-tv/margot-robbie-greta-gerwig-barbie-doll-movie-filming-2022" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Margot Robbie</a> in a classy <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion-week/chanel-fall-winter-2022-collection-virginie-viard-runway-photos-pfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Chanel</a> garment with intricate detailing.
Even with 2021's <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/film-tv/2021-oscars" target="_blank" rel="noopener">in-person yet modified ceremony</a>, the three-hour event left us with history-making awards and celebrity interactions to pick apart. With <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/film-tv/austin-butler-iconic-roles-zoey-101-icarly-elvis-dune-2" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Austin Butler</a>, <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/michelle-yeoh-best-red-carpet-looks-fashion-actress-style-90s-2000s" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Michelle Yeoh</a>, <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/film-tv/ana-de-armas-movies-marilyn-monroe-blonde-netflix" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ana de Armas</a>, and <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/film-tv/cate-blanchett-birthday-best-films-oscars-cinderalla-carol-lily-james" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cate Blanchett</a> (to name a few) all in the running for Best Actor and Actress, one can only imagine what their styling teams have in store for us this year.&nbsp;
Here,&nbsp;L'OFFICIEL shares the best <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/oscars-best-costume-design-2021-emma-mulan-mank" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Oscars</a> red carpet moments of all time.

Winning Best Actress for "The Country Girl" in 1955, Grace Kelly's iconic Givenchy gown is still considered a classic in Oscars' red carpet history.

Barbra Streisand wins Best Actress for "Funny Girl" in 1969 and also causes turmoil for showing up at the Oscars in this sheer mod Arnold Scaasi look.

Cher has her fair share of unforgettable Oscars looks, like this two-piece, flowy, pastel colored Bob Mackie set that the singer wore to the 1974 ceremony.

Audrey Hepburn looks fabulous and poised as always in Givenchy at the 1975 Oscars.

Lauren Hutton is an example of the relaxed glamour of the '70s in her rainbow Halston gown and oversized fur jacket at the 1975 Academy Awards.

At the 1978 Oscars, Farrah Fawcett is the golden girl of the ceremony in her gilded Stephen Burrows gown that gave rise to a million replicas for the disco years.

Winona Ryder looks timeless in a black strapless gown for the 1990 Academy Awards.

Gwyneth Paltrow’s pink Ralph Lauren gown is one of the all-time favorites to grace the Academy Awards. To top it off, the actress won Best Actress for her portrayal of Viola De Lesseps in the film “Shakespeare in Love.”

Bjork's Marjan Pejoski-designed white swan dress that the Icelandic singer wore at the 2001 Oscars will always remain a legendary red carpet moment.

Julia Roberts wins the big award for her role in "Erin Brockovich" in this timeless Valentino gown in 2001.

In 2002, Halle Berry becomes the first African American woman to win an Academy Award for Best Actress. For the memorable moment, the actress opts an Elie Saab partially sheer floral gown.

Charlize Theron wins big in 2004 for "Monster" with her Dior gown sparkling against her tanned skin.

Nicole Kidman looks exquisite in 2007 in this cherry red Balenciaga gown with a bow draping from her neck.

In 2008, Marion Cotillard takes home the golden statue for Best Actress for her portrayal of Edith Piaf in "La Vie en Rose," standing out on the red carpet in a Jean Paul Gaultier dress that made her look like a beautiful mermaid.

Meryl Streep poses on the 2012 red carpet in a gilded Lanvin dress, an extremely bold move for the usually very minimalist actress. Streep also took home the statue for "The Iron Lady" that year.

Lupita Nyong'o's custom sky-blue Prada gown from 2014 is an Oscars moment that can't be forgotten.

Known for taking risks, Cate Blanchett opts for a floral Armani Privé gown for the 2014 awards.

Zendaya wears a stunning draped one-sleeved dress by Giambattista Valli in 2018.

Gemma Chan poses in a statement Valentino Haute Couture pink gown with pockets at the Oscars red carpet in 2019.

Style icon Billy Porter wows at the 2019 Oscars in a dramatic Christian Siriano look resembling both a tuxedo and a gown.

Jennifer Lopez looks like a human disco ball on the red carpet in a metallic mosaic long-sleeved gown by Tom Ford.

At the 91st Academy Awards, Lady Gaga channels Audrey Hepburn in "Breakfast at Tiffany's" in a breath-taking, custom black gown by Alexander McQueen.

Natalie Portman walks the 2020 Academy Awards red carpet in a black and gold Dior Haute Couture cape embroidered with the names of the female directors who weren't nominated for an Oscar.

In a sleek Chanel Haute Couture gown, Margot Robbie is ready to break necks at the 2021 Oscars.

The color coupled with the shape of this Valentino gown, Zendaya's 2021 Oscars gown is definitely one to beat this year.

American actor and musician Lakeith Stanfield makes the (virtual) red carpet his runway in a Saint Laurent suit at the 2021 Oscars.

Best Oscars Red Carpet Moments of All Time

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