Last night it was the 86th Academy Awards and if your anything like me, then this was an extremely exciting event. Why? Well as a fashion enthusiast the Oscars is the place where the celebrities choice of fashion on the red carpet can generate the same amount of buzz as the Academy awards themselves. Make the wrong choice and that decision will haunt you for the rest of your life. I am also a massive movie junkie, if that hadn't already come across so the Annual Academy year awards are like heaven to me and I have to admit this year was one of the best for many reasons; Ellen DeGeneres was a fantastic host, probably the best, the fashion was absolutely outstanding but when is it never?
Best dressed
So like usual at the Oscars everybody was at the top of their game when it came to their fashion choices which makes it even harder for me to decide who was the best dresses so I'll stick to the few who really caught my eye.
1. Jennifer Lawrence
Of course the ever stunning Jennifer Lawrence was going to make it into my best dressed list, I mean she always has extremely elegant taste when it comes to her fashion and this stunning Scarlett red Dior gown suited her perfectly.
2. Kate Hudson
Okay if I have to choose who was the best dressed overall at last nights oscars, my award would go to the ever lovely Kate Hudson. She shone on the red carpet like a star in the most beautiful Atelier Versace gown that evoked the old Hollywood Glamour. This cleavage baring beaded gown was the ultimate winner for me, it accentuated Kate's curves perfectly and it also paired well with her light blonde hair and pale complexion. Ultimate winner of the night, she was just stunning!
3. Lupita Nyong'o
The absolutely gorgeous Lupita has already been hailed as the queen of the Red Carpet last night but of course I had to mention her in my best dressed list. The best supporting actress winner was the picture of grace last night in this beautiful floor length powder blue Prada gown. Teamed with a plunging neckline, minimal accessories and a simple hairband made the Oscar winner look extremely fresh and stunning.
Winners and Nominee's
Of course we can't be forgetting what the Academy Awards are all about; Honoring some of the greatest talents within the film industry. As I have already said I am a massive film enthusiast so when the actual Academy awards begin underway I always feel a little nervous. It seems silly because I am not nominated but I always get on the edge of my seat wondering what name will be read out of the prestigious card that is held in the presenters grasp.
As always when the winners are read out you are never truly disappointed because every nominee in each category is worthy and I always feel immensely proud of the winner of the coveted statue in each category. Here are some of the winners of last night.
Matthew McConaughey - Best actor in a leading role
There was absolutely no doubt in my mind that Matthew was going to walk away with the Best actor academy award. I had to admit that he was up against tough competition this year but ultimately he was absolutely deserving of his Oscar win. This was his first nomination and it has been a magnificent transformation for the once rom - com actor who has become the most in demand actors in the past year thanks to his stunning performances in films such as Mud, Magic Mike, Killer Joe, The Lincoln Lawyer and of course his Academy Award winning performance In Dallas Buyers club. I have not yet seen the film but I really want to, even from the clips and trailers that I have seen Matthew looks at his ultimate best and I am thoroughly proud of how far he has come in his career.
Jared Leto - Best Actor in a supporting role.
Out of all the nominations I can admit that I was not shocked that Jared Leto walked away with the Best supporting actor Oscar. Of course I have said that I am yet to see this film but he and McConaughey have garnered enough critical acclaim for their performances In the Dallas Buyers club, especially Leto who plays a HIV positive transgender woman. When I first heard about the film it was Leto's involvement that intrigued me, seeing as this is a completely different role for him to take on and it was the main reason for me to want to see this film. All in all a completely deserving win!. Not to mention his ombre hair is absolutely fabulous!.
Lupita Nyong'o - Best Actress In a leading role.
Every year there is always a standout contender and too me that was the winner of the Best supporting actress oscar, Lupita Nyong'o. Nyong'o gave the most spellbinding performance in the critically acclaimed drama "12 years a slave" and she certainly was the standout winner among the rest of the nominee's. Not only was she truly magnificent she had some extremely memorable scenes, for example the harrowing flogging scene? I just couldn't have pictured this award going to anyone better.
Films: Gravity and 12 years a slave
Every film that was nominated were truly exceptional but of course in my opinion the truly best films were the ones that dominated the ceremony. "Gravity" was a visually stunning film that had me on the edge of my seat throughout the whole showing and was the winner of the 86th Academy Awards with 7 wins and it was absolutely deserving as it truly was a remarkable film!.
Also "12 years a slave" walked away with the Prestigious best picture Oscar and I was truly happy. This was one film that will always stick with me, it was truly a masterpiece and Steve McQueen couldn't have made a better film that made me cry but also made me think of hope at the same time. It has been a while since a film really hit me but "12 years a slave" was such a magnificent film about humanity and prejudice and to me each actor gave the performance of a lifetime.
The year of the best Selfies and pizza
What really made me laugh about this years academy awards was the truly remarkable host, Ellen DeGeneres. With wit and humor she has been the best host of the Academy Awards so far, not to mention how she started "Selfie Mania" at this years academy awards. Once Ellen got started everyone was in on the game. From Matthew Mcgonaughey and Jared Leto to Emma Watson and Joseph - Gordon Levitt. Not to mention the ultimate selfie of the year goes to Ellen and a host of celebrities at the event. Not to mention this picture set the internet into meltdown.
Also we can't forget that Ellen just decided to ask the crowd if they were hungry and if she was to order Pizza who would eat it? The funny thing is she actually did and there was this pizza man walking about the Oscars with Pizza boxes!, What I wouldn't have given to have been a Pizza delivery person at that moment. I mean, how awesome can you get?
So overall the 86th Academy Awards were another year of great wins, fashion and Ellen DeGeneres. I always have to mention her because she is just brilliant and pretty much owned the show as a host! But I look forward to another year to pass by of Great films and talent that make me smile, laugh and cry. The academy awards will always be my favorite event of the year and maybe one day I can be there to see it all happening in person.
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