Ashley Yi attended the Academy Awards in an all-white gown by Saudi label Waad Aloqaili.
Hollywood's most prominent celebrities graced the red carpet at the Dolby Theatre for the Oscars on Sunday night, showcasing a variety of stunning ensembles crafted by Arab designers. Amidst the glamour, a handful of attendees made a bold statement by donning pins advocating for a ceasefire amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
Content creator Ashley Yi graced the Academy Awards in a striking all-white gown by Saudi label Waad Aloqaili, embellished with a playful ruffled wraparound detail. US model Molly Sims dazzled in a pink Georges Chakra dress from the designer's Spring/Summer 2024 Couture line.
Maitreyi Ramakeishnan, known for her role in "Never Have I Ever," opted for a chic Spring/Summer 2024 ready-to-wear attire by Lebanese designer Zuhair Murad, featuring a monochromatic color scheme. Similarly, Marvel star Danai Gurira wore a captivating coral gown from Murad's collection at the Vanity Fair After-Party, complemented by matching semi-sheer opera gloves.
Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas O'Connell wore red Artists4Ceasefire pins.
The red carpet, often a platform for political expression, saw several nominees, including Billie Eilish and Ramy Youssef, adorned with red Artists4Ceasefire pins in solidarity with the call for de-escalation in Gaza and Israel. Additionally, Swann Arlaud and Milo Machado-Graner sported pins featuring the Palestinian flag.
Fashion statements continued with German actress Sandra Hueller stunning in a black Schiaparelli gown with a bold sculptural neckline, while Colman Domingo exuded elegance in a double-breasted Louis Vuitton tuxedo adorned with ornate silver buttons and jewelry.
Vanessa Hudgens announced her pregnancy with husband Cole Tucker in a sleek black body-con gown, while Lindsay Lohan made a memorable return to the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in a shimmering Balenciaga gown after her last appearance in 2006.
Vanessa Hudgens made a big statement with her black long-sleeved body-con gown (left), Dubai-based US movie star Lindsay Lohan made a strong comeback to the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, along with her Kuwaiti husband Bader Shammas (right)
Metallics dominated the red carpet, exemplified by Anya Taylor-Joy in a silvery sequined Dior gown and America Ferrera in a metallic pink Versace dress. Presenters Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande brought a touch of "Wicked" energy, with Grande dazzling in a voluminous pink gown by Giambattista Valli Haute Couture and Erivo stunning in a dark green leather Louis Vuitton gown.
