Ahead of the Academy Awards each year, jewellery houses like Tiffany & Co., Bvlgari and Cartier crack open their vaults and grant celebrity stylists access to their most extraordinary bling for the night.
The number of expensive jewellery options visible on the red carpet and inside the Dolby Theatre should provide more evidence to anybody who doubts that the 2024 Oscars were motivated by the idea that larger is better. On red carpets these days, necklaces occasionally seem to lose out to dramatic cocktail rings or chandelier earrings, but not at the 96th Academy Awards, when sautoirs, pendants, and chokers dominated the procession of jewels.
A story of its own is told by the brilliant gems and the gorgeous clothing. And with celebrities sporting some of the most extravagant jewellery from renowned labels like Tiffany & Co., Bvlgari, Boucheron, and more, this year’s red carpet event had quite the glitter.
Charlize Theron dazzled in tonnes of Boucheron diamonds, Vanessa Hudgens unveiled her baby belly in Chopard jewellery, while Lily Gladstone and Zendaya glistened in Bulgari bijoux. Simu Liu and Colman Domingo did not miss out on the diamonds.
From classic elegance to modern extravagance, here are some of the standout jewellery highlights from the star-studded evening.
GABRIELLE UNION
Gabrielle Union shined bright on the red carpet in a glitzy set from Carolina Herrera paired with an epic natural diamond Tiffany & Co. necklace featuring a 33-carat aquamarine pendant at the centre. She walked the red carpet alongside her husband, Dwayne Wade, who also added a touch of natural diamond flair to his tuxedo–a Cartier natural diamond brooch on his lapel.
VANESSA HUDGENS
Vanessa Hudgens, who announced her pregnancy on the Oscars red carpet, stunned in a show-stopping Chopard necklace featuring a pear-shaped yellow diamond. Paired with Fairmined-certified white gold and diamond earrings, Hudgens epitomised radiant maternity chic, adding a touch of sparkle to her special moment.
ARIANA GRANDE
Ariana Grande brought a whimsical touch to the red carpet with her Tiffany & Co pendant and earrings featuring morganites and diamonds, perfectly complementing her candyfloss-pink dress. Her choice of jewellery added a playful yet sophisticated element to her look.
MARGOT ROBBIE
Margot Robbie kept her look sleek and sophisticated in a black Versace gown, accessorising with a statement gold and diamond bangle by Fred Leighton. Her choice of jewellery added a touch of modern glamour to her ensemble, highlighting her understated yet refined style.
CHARLIZE THERON
Charlize Theron exuded sheer glamour in a dazzling array of Boucheron pieces, including pendant earrings, a choker, a necklace, and a bracelet adorned with diamonds and white gold. Theron’s ensemble radiated luxury and sophistication, capturing the essence of Hollywood royalty.
EMMA STONE
Leading Actress winner Emma Stone epitomised sophistication in a Louis Vuitton ensemble, accentuated by a white gold, sapphire, and diamond necklace from the brand’s high-jewellery collection. Paired with exquisite white gold and diamond earrings, Stone’s look exuded timeless grace and refinement.
ZENDAYA
Zendaya, stunning in a pink Armani gown, opted for Bulgari high-jewellery earrings adorned with morganites, perfectly complementing her attire with a touch of feminine allure. Her choice of accessories exemplified elegance and poise, adding a radiant glow to her ensemble.
JENNIFER LAWRENCE
Jennifer Lawrence made a striking statement by debuting Swarovski’s new lab-grown diamond collection on the red carpet. Her minimalist yet impactful ‘Galaxy tennis necklace and bracelet, paired with a polka-dot Dior gown, showcased a seamless blend of modernity and sophistication.
