The 86th Annual Academy Awards
The Academy Awards , commonly known as The Oscars, is an annual American awards ceremony honoring achievements in the film industry. Winners are awarded the statuette, officially the Academy Award of Merit, that is much better known by its nickname Oscar. The awards, first presented in 1929 at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, are overseen by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS).
The awards ceremony was first televised in 1953 and is now seen live in more than 200 countries. The Oscars is also the oldest entertainment awards ceremony; its equivalents, the Golden Globes for foreign and domestic productions (film and television) the Emmy Awards for American television, the Tony Awards for theatre, and the Grammy Awards for music and recording, are modeled after the Academy Awards.
Year after year I am glued to the television in awe when watching the Academy Awards. Yes, I'll admit I was that nine year old child who went to school Monday morning after The Oscars and tried to discuss why Jack Nicholson won an award and Leonardo DiCaprio was not even nominated. (I'm still rooting for you Leo) But on a serious note, I never understood why more people were not starry eyed for the gorgeous designer dresses, the pure talent walking through the red carpet and flashing lights of the cameras just to get a glimpse of some amazing star walking by. That's when I realized, it was just me and the handful of other 'theater nerds' from school. I have so much appreciation, love and respect for the all actors, designers, directors, producers, musicians and extra Hollywood talent that make movie magic happen.
I've picked my Top Three favorite 'Best Dressed' females and males to share with you along with a small montage of the Top Five most talked about moments at the 86th Annual Oscars, hosted by Ellen DeGeneres. Check out the full list of winners: 86th Annual Oscar Winners
In an amazing light blue Prada dress that literally made her look like Cinderella. With just a hint of sparkle in her headband, earrings and bracelet, she stunned the audience with the way her dress flew in the wind. Absolutely amazing and looked like an Oscar winner on the red carpet before actually taking home gold.
Best Actress in a Supporting Role for 12 Years a Slave
Stunningly beautiful in a gold gown by Armani Prive with elegant beading and the amazing design with doesn't remotely looked washed out. You can't even tell there the dress begins on her neckline and it just drapes her body perfectly. Old Hollywood glam hair and light makeup makes her winning the Oscar, that much better!
Best Actress in a Leading Role: Blue Jasmine
Hudson is wearing an Atelier Versace dress, Jimmy Choo shoes, a Versace clutch, and Neil Lane jewels. My number one pick because of how she pulled the entire look together. Small beading and silk fabric can only be pulled off by this lovely celeb. Not only was the draping of the gown amazing, but the cape that is attached to this dress with an open back is just mind blowing. I cannot even stop staring at how beautiful she looked.
As white blazers reign the red carpet, one of my favorites was Jared Leto with a burgundy bow tie by Saint Laurent by Hedi Slimane. Although this outfit could have looked extra cheesy on anyone else, Leto is such a stud muffin, he can literally pull off anything (even rocking his hair in a bun) The man is so pretty to look at, I could stare into his eyes FOREVER!
Best Actor in a Supporting Role: Dallas Buyer's Club
In a Tom Ford tuxedo and a Chopard Watch, styled by
Not the winner of the night, but still dressed like a million dollars. He has got to be one of the sexiest men alive and still has a sense of humor. The bow tie is definitely looking very sharp on Mr. Cooper and I know the ladies cannot complain.
In a Dolce & Gabanna tuxedo and we saw a ton of white blazers worn by men on the red carpet, but I have to say that McConaughey's tux was the best of the night.
Best Actor in a Leading Role: Dallas Buyer's Club
Top 5 Moments of the Oscars
