Oscars fashion: A look back at iconic looks that broke the rules

The Oscars celebrate the craft and creative excellence behind the best movies of the year – but the red carpet ahead of the ceremony is quite a different matter.

It's about one thing only: Fashion.

The world's most famous catwalk, it has the power to take a celebrity's style moment and elevate it into historical popular culture.

So, ahead of the 2026 Academy Awards, we're celebrating the red-carpet risk-takers and most memorable Oscar looks over the years.