Brie Larson
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What: Celine by Hedi Slimane and Bulgari jewelry
Why: Larson shines in a sequin cape dress—composed of more than 120,000 sequins, 110,000 glass beads, 13,000 Swarowski crystals, and 6,500 pink strass jewels, requiring over 1,200 hours of hand embroidery. We're calling it well worth it. Photo: Getty
Charlize Theron
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What: Dior Haute Couture and Tiffany & Co. jewelry
Why: This sculptural black gown is the ideal silhouette for Theron's statuesque frame, with a slit up to there and off-the-shoulder detail. It highlights a sparkling Tiffany & Co. diamond pendant necklace perfectly. Photo: Getty
Cynthia Erivo
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What: Atelier Versace
Why: Erivo has been a breakout red carpet star this season, culminating in this fitted gown that has all of the fashion super-hero vibes a girl could wish for. Photo: Getty
Florence Pugh
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What: Louis Vuitton dress, Louis Vuitton High Jewelry, and Maria Tash earring
Why: This tiered custom gown in a vibrant shade of Kelly green is youthful and sweet, befitting the young actress. An eye-catching necklace finishes the look. Photo: Getty
Janelle Monáe
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What: Ralph Lauren Collection
Why: Never one to shy from a dramatic look, Monáe brought it in a custom crystal-laquered silk lamé tulle mesh evening dress. The real pièce de résistance? A draped hood. The gown is fully hand-embroidered with over 168,000 Swarovski crystals. Photo: Getty
Natalie Portman
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What: Dior Haute Couture and Cartier jewels
Why: Portman is lovely and timeless in a black gown with sheer gold overlay and gilded rope belt. The true standout is a black floor-length cape that is embroidered with the names of all the female directors who were not nominated tonight. We love a fashion and a feminist statement all in one. Photo: Getty
Penelope Cruz
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What: Chanel
Why: The ageless actress is wearing a custom gown based off a dress from the house's 1995 Haute Couture collection, complete with camellia flower, a pearl belt, a bow, and an asymmetrical hemline. In other words, all of our Chanel dreams come true. Photo: Getty
Renée Zellweger
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What: Armani Prive gown and David Webb ring
Why: What's not to love about a minimal shape, white-sequin, one-shoulder gown? It's form-fitting, flattering, minimal, and cool. The actress' short hair complements the look perfectly. Photo: Getty
Rooney Mara
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What: Custom Alexander McQueen
Why: Mara loves a great black gown, and tonight was no exception. The custom creation features cascading black lace with a slashed and cut away puff-sleeved bodice edged with rouleau loop buttons. The drop waist and cut-outs make it a stand-out. Photo: Getty
Saoirse Ronan
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What: Custom Gucci
Why: Ronan stood out in a sea of black in this black, ivory, and lavender gown with deep V-neck, silk duchesse-waist ruffles and moiré skirt, finished with Gucci High Jewelry earrings and ring. It's elegant, but risk-taking—the ideal combination for a nominee. Photo: Getty
