The 2015 Academy Awards held last night in Los Angeles and as usual, the biggest names in Hollywood hit the red carpet in some of their best outfit. Even though Lady Gaga is trying to dress more normal these days, the “Born This Way” singer could not resist the urge to add a tint of weirdness to her outfit. While she wore a beautiful dress and her hair was stylishly done, her gloves stood out in a bizarre way that got Twitter users talking.
Some of the celebrities that graced the 2015 Oscars red carpet are, Oprah Winfrey, Lupita Nyong’o, Meryl Streep, Emma Stone, Solange Knowles, Scarlet Johansson, Anna Wintour, Rita Ora, Kerry Washington, David Oyelowo, Julianne Moore, Jennifer Hudson, Jennifer Aniston, and many others.
See all the red carpet looks from the 2015 Academy Awards and let us know your best and worst dressed. Also see the full list of Oscars 2015 winners.
Ansel Elgort, Luciana Pedraza and Robert Duvall, Lupita Nyong’oJennifer Lopez, Chris Pratt, Jessica ChastainSolange Knowles, Bruce Dern, Scarlet JohanssonJennifer Hudson, Kiera Knightley, Kelly PrestonMeryl Streep, Paige Butcher & Eddie Murphy, Oprah
Anna Kendrick, Blanca Blanco, Karolina KurkovaJoanna Newsom and Andy Samberg, David Burtka and Neil Patrick Harris, Gina Rodriguez and Jake McDormanFaith Hill, Josh Hutcherson, Patricia Arquetteamie Chung, Tegan and Sara Quin, Robin RobertsLorelei Linklater, Diane Warren, Torill KoveZendaya, Common, Margot RobbieDakota Johnson, Hans Zimmer, Dorith MousLaura Dern, America Ferrera, Kevin HartMichael Keaton, Steve and Nancy Carrell, Marion CotillardAdam Levine and Behati Prinsloo, Kelly Ripa, Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu and Maria Eladia HagermanFelicity Jones, Hannah Bagshawe and Eddie Redmayne, Rosamund PikeNaomi Watts, Chrissy Teigan and John Legend, Zoe SaldanaNissa Kashani, J.K. Simmons and Michelle Schumacher, Julianne MooreMelanie Griffith, David Oyelowo, QuestloveKerry Washington, Jason Bateman and Amanda Anka, Cate BlanchettOctavia Spencer, Anna Wintour, Rita OraJulius Tennon and Viola Davis , Ellar Coltrane and Richard Linklater, Harvey Weinstein & Georgina ChapmanChloe Grace Moretz, Edward Norton and Shauna Robertson, Ava DuVernayReese Witherspoon, Sophie Hunter and Benedict Cumberbatch, Adrien BrodyGwenyth Paltrow, Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman, Anna FarisLuciana Duvall and Robert Duvall, Jared Leto, Clint Eastwood and Bradley CooperSunrise Coigney and Mark Ruffalo, Chris Evans, Channing and Jenna Dewan TatumJohn Travolta, Dwayne Johnson and Lauren Hashian, Lara SpencerSienna Miller, Miles Teller and Keleigh Sperry, John Stamos
Emma Stone did not get a prize for being nominated for the Best Supporting Actress award for her role in Birdman. However, that did not stop the stunning 26-year-old actress for making sure she trended like the other winners. In an embarrassing wardrobe malfunction that did not seem to bother the actress, Emma flashed her underwear in the stunning pale green gown she wore to the Oscars 2015.
The star, who was among the best dressed of the night wore a long green dress dripped in beads and sequins. She completed her look with a pair of green heels, silver bangles and a touch of slick pink lipstick on her lips. And her red hair was styled into glamorous waves.
Stone was nominated along with actress such as Patricia Arquette for her role in Boyhood, Meryl Streep for Into The Woods, Laura Dern for Wild and Keira Knightley for her role in The Imitation Game.
The much awaited day and moment has come and gone after a very busy period of nominations and voting. The winners of the 87th edition of the Academy Awards were made known and honoured last night in Los Angeles for their creative works and talents.
The biggest winner at the 2015 edition of the Oscars was The Grand Budapest Hotel that won the “Achievement in Costume Design”, the “Best production design”, the “Best Original Score”, as well as the “Achievement in Makeup and Hairstyling”.
The film, Birdman also did well by taking home three awards that included the “Best Picture” the “Original Screenplay”, as well as the “Best Director”.
Another movie that did very well at the prestigious award wasWhiplash. The film received three Oscars for the “Best supporting actor” the “Best Film Editing” as well as the “Achievement in sound mixing”.
The “Best Actor” award went to Eddie Redmayne for his performance in “The Theory of Everything” while Julianne Moore won “Best Actress” for her role in Still Alice. John Legend and Common won an Oscar for “Best Original Song” for their Selma soundtrack ‘Glory’.
The Academy was on fire after the nomination as there were complains that Ava DuVernay and David Oyelowo from Selma, the film about Martin Luther King were disgracefully shunned.
See below, the complete list of the winners of the 87th edition of the Academy Awards that ended last night.
Best supporting actor WINNER: JK Simmons for Whiplash
Robert Duvall for The Judge
Ethan Hawke for Boyhood
Edward Norton for Birdman
Mark Ruffalo for Foxcatcher
Achievement in costume design WINNER: The Grand Budapest Hotel – Milena Canonero
Inherent Vice – Mark Bridges
Into the Woods – Colleen Atwood
Maleficent – Anna B Sheppard
Mr Turner – Jacqueline Durran
Achievement in makeup and hairstyling WINNER: The Grand Budapest Hotel – Frances Hannon, Mark Coulier
Foxcatcher – Bill Corso, Dennis Liddiard
Guardians of the Galaxy – Elizabeth Yianni-Georgiou, David White
Best foreign-language film WINNER: Ida – Paweł Pawlikowski
Tangerines – Zaza Urushadze
Leviathan – Andrey Zvyagintsev
Wild Tales – Damián Szifrón
Timbuktu – Abderrahmane Sissako
Best live-action short film WINNER: The Phone Call – Mat Kirkby, James Lucas
Aya – Oded Binnun, Mihal Brezis
Boogaloo and Graham – Michael Lennox, Ronan Blaney
Butter Lamp – Wei Hu, Julien Féret
Parvaneh – Talkhon Hamzavi, Stefan Eichenberger
Best documentary short subject WINNER: Crisis Hotline: Veterans Press 1 – Ellen Goosenberg Kent, Dana Perry
Joanna – Aneta Kopacz
Our Curse – Tomasz Sliwinski, Maciej Slesicki
The Reaper – Gabriel Serra
White Earth – Christian Jensen
Achievement in sound mixing WINNER: Whiplash – Craig Mann, Ben Wilkins, Thomas Curley
American Sniper – John T Reitz, Gregg Rudloff, Walt Martin
Birdman – Jon Taylor, Frank A. Montaño, Thomas Varga
Interstellar – Gary Rizzo, Gregg Landaker, Mark Weingarten
Unbroken – Jon Taylor, Frank A. Montaño, David Lee
Achievement in sound editing WINNER: American Sniper – Alan Robert Murray, Bub Asman
Birdman – Aaron Glascock, Martín Hernández
The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies – Brent Burge, Jason Canovas
Interstellar – Richard King
Unbroken – Becky Sullivan, Andrew DeCristofaro
Best supporting actress WINNER: Patricia Arquette for Boyhood
Laura Dern for Wild
Keira Knightley for The Imitation Game
Emma Stone for Birdman
Meryl Streep for Into the Woods
Achievement in visual effects WINNER: Interstellar – Paul J Franklin, Andrew Lockley, Ian Hunter, Scott R Fisher
Captain America: The Winter Soldier – Dan Deleeuw, Russell Earl, Bryan Grill, Daniel Sudick
Dawn of the Planet of the Apes – Joe Letteri, Dan Lemmon, Daniel Barrett, Erik Winquist
Guardians of the Galaxy – Stephane Ceretti, Nicolas Aithadi, Jonathan Fawkner, Paul Corbould
X-Men: Days of Future Past – Richard Stammers, Lou Pecora, Tim Crosbie, Cameron Waldbauer
Best animated short film WINNER: Feast – Patrick Osborne, Kristina Reed
The Bigger Picture – Daisy Jacobs, Chris Hees
The Dam Keeper – Robert Kondo, Daisuke “Dice” Tsutsumi
Me and My Moulton – Torill Kove
A Single Life – Joris Oprins
Best animated feature film WINNER: Big Hero 6
The Boxtrolls
How to Train Your Dragon 2
Song of the Sea
The Tale of the Princess Kaguya
Best production design WINNER: The Grand Budapest Hotel: Adam Stockhausen, Anna Pinnock
The Imitation Game: Maria Djurkovic, Tatiana Macdonald
Interstellar: Nathan Crowley, Gary Fettis
Into the Woods: Dennis Gassner, Anna Pinnock
Mr Turner: Suzie Davies, Charlotte Watts
Achievement in cinematography WINNER: Birdman: Emmanuel Lubezki
The Grand Budapest Hotel: Robert D Yeoman
Ida: Lukasz Zal, Ryszard Lenczewski
Mr Turner: Dick Pope
Unbroken: Roger Deakins
Achievement in film editing WINNER: Whiplash – Tom Cross
Boyhood – Sandra Adair
The Imitation Game – William Goldenberg
The Grand Budapest Hotel – Barney Pilling
American Sniper – Joel Cox, Gary Roach
Best documentary feature WINNER: Citizenfour – Laura Poitras, Mathilde Bonnefoy, Dirk Wilutzky
Finding Vivian Maier – John Maloof, Charlie Siskel
Last Days in Vietnam – Rory Kennedy, Keven McAlester
The Salt of the Earth – Wim Wenders, Juliano Ribeiro Salgado, David Rosier
Virunga – Orlando von Einsiedel, Joanna Natasegara
Best original song WINNER: Glory from Selma – Lonnie Lynn (Common), John Stephens (John Legend)
The Lego Movie – Shawn Patterson (Everything Is Awesome)
Beyond the Lights – Diane Warren (Grateful)
Glen Campbell: I’ll Be Me – Glen Campbell, Julian Raymond (I’m Not Gonna Miss You)
Begin Again – Gregg Alexander, Danielle Brisebois (Lost Stars)
Best original score WINNER: Alexandre Desplat – The Grand Budapest Hotel
Alexandre Desplat – The Imitation Game
Hans Zimmer – Interstellar
Jóhann Jóhannsson– The Theory of Everything
Gary Yershon – Mr Turner
Original screenplay WINNER: Alejandro González Iñárritu, Nicolás Giacobone, Alexander Dinelaris, Armando Bo – Birdman
Richard Linklater – Boyhood
E Max Frye, Dan Futterman – Foxcatcher
Wes Anderson, Hugo Guinness – The Grand Budapest Hotel
Dan Gilroy – Nightcrawler
Adapted screenplay WINNER: Graham Moore – The Imitation Game
Jason Hall – American Sniper
Paul Thomas Anderson – Inherent Vice
Anthony McCarten – The Theory of Everything
Damien Chazelle – Whiplash
Best director WINNER: Alejandro González Iñárritu for Birdman
Richard Linklater for Boyhood
Bennett Miller for Foxcatcher
Wes Anderson for The Grand Budapest Hotel
Morten Tyldum for The Imitation Game
Best actor WINNER: Eddie Redmayne for The Theory of Everything
Steve Carell for Foxcatcher
Benedict Cumberbatch for The Imitation Game
Bradley Cooper for American Sniper
Michael Keaton for Birdman
Best actress WINNER: Julianne Moore for Still Alice
Marion Cotillard for Two Days, One Night
Felicity Jones for The Theory of Everything
Rosamund Pike for Gone Girl
Reese Witherspoon for Wild
Best picture WINNER: Birdman
American Sniper
Boyhood
The Imitation Game
The Grand Budapest Hotel
Selma
The Theory of Everything
Whiplash
Designer Tom Ford presented his Autumn/Winter 2015 Womenswear collection at Milk Studios in Los Angeles on the night of Friday February 20th and was well attended by Hollywood celebrities. The star studded event saw entertainment power couple such as Beyonce and Jay Z. The was also John Legend, Miley Cyrus, Naomi Campbell, Scarlett Johansson, Reese Witherspoon, Jennifer Lopez, Gwyneth Paltrow, Robbie Williams and wife, Fergie and Josh Duhamel, Rita Ora, Paris Hilton and her sister Nicky, Magic Johnson and many others.
From left to right: Tom Ford with Beyoncé and Jay Z
Jennifer Lopez
Amy Adams
Miley Cyrus and Patrick Schwarzenegger
From left to right: John Legend, model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, actor Jason Statham and Rita Ora
Alright, my fashion-forward friends, let’s talk accessories. And not just any accessories—we’re diving into the world of African-inspired jewellery that’s so fabulous, it’ll make you want to strut down the street like you own the place. Whether you’re into bold statements or subtle elegance, African jewellery has got you covered. So, if you’re ready to take your look from basic to bombshell, keep reading because I’m about to spill the tea on how to accessorise like the queen you are! 👑
1. The Bold and Beautiful: Maasai Beadwork
First up, let’s talk Maasai beadwork. These intricate designs are not just accessories—they’re art. Whether it’s a chunky necklace that screams, “Look at me!” or a pair of colourful earrings that add just the right pop of colour, Maasai jewellery is the ultimate statement piece. The best part? You can wear it with anything. Yes, anything. Throw on a plain white tee, some jeans, and a Maasai necklace, and suddenly, you’re not just going to the grocery store—you’re attending a fashion show in aisle five.
2. Cowrie Shells: The Original Bling
Next, we have the cowrie shell—the OG of African jewellery. These little shells have been used as currency, symbols of wealth, and even as part of spiritual practices across Africa. Today, they’re the perfect way to add a touch of boho-chic to your look. Whether strung together in a choker or dangling from your ears, cowrie shells are like the cool girl of accessories—they’re laid-back but always on point. And let’s be real, who doesn’t want to channel their inner beach goddess?
3. Zulu Bracelets: Stack ‘Em High
If you’re a fan of stacking your accessories, then you’re going to loveZulu bracelets. These colourful, beaded beauties are perfect for layering, and the more, the merrier. Mix and match different colours and patterns to create a look that’s all your own. Wear them with a flowy summer dress or pair them with your favourite LBD (little black dress) for a pop of colour that’s sure to turn heads. Plus, the jingle they make as you move? It’s basically a built-in soundtrack to your fabulous life.
4. Statement Necklaces: Because Subtlety Is Overrated
For those days when you want to go big or go home, look no further than a statement necklace inspired by African designs. Think oversized, think bold, think show-stopping. Whether it’s a piece adorned with brass, beads, or amber, these necklaces demand attention in the best way possible. Pair one with a simple outfit, and suddenly you’re the most interesting person in the room. It’s like walking around with a spotlight that says, “Yes, darling, I am fabulous.”
5. Elegant Earrings: Drop It Like It’s Hot
Last but certainly not least, let’s talk about elegant earrings that draw inspiration from African motifs. From delicate Ethiopian crosses to bold Ndebele designs, there’s something for every occasion. Want to add a bit of edge to your office attire? Slip on some intricate drop earrings. Heading out for a night on the town? Go for something a bit more dramatic. These earrings don’t just complement your outfit—they complete it. And the best part? They make you feel like a total boss babe.
Why African-Inspired jewellery?
Now, you might be wondering, “Why should I be reaching for African-inspired jewellery?” Well, darling, let me tell you. These pieces aren’t just about looking good—they’re about feeling connected to something bigger. Every bead, every shell, and every intricate design has a story, a history, and a connection to a rich cultural heritage. When you wear African-inspired jewellery, you’re not just accessorising—you’re celebrating artistry, tradition, and a legacy that’s been passed down through generations.
How to Rock It
The key to rocking African-inspired jewellery is confidence. These pieces are bold, beautiful, and unapologetically vibrant—just like you. Don’t be afraid to mix and match, to layer, and to let your accessories be the star of the show. Whether you’re dressed up or keeping it casual, these pieces will elevate your look and make you feel like the queen you are.
So, the next time you’re looking to step up your accessory game, skip the basics and reach for something with a bit more soul. Trust me, once you go African-inspired, you’ll never look back. And don’t be surprised if you start hearing compliments like, “Wow, where did you get that?” Because, honey, when you accessorise like a queen, people take notice.
American entertainment power couple, Beyonce and Jay Z were some of the guest that attended the Tom Ford Fashion Show during the New York Fashion Week last night, February 20th in Los Angeles.
The ‘Run The World’ songstress looked absolutely flawless in a beautiful black dress that coordinated with her husband’s black suite. The star studded show was well attended by celebrities such as black British supermodel, Naomi Campbell, John Legend, Rita Ora, Jennifer Lopez, Elizabeth Olsen, Fergie, Amy Adams, Julianne Moore, Gwyneth Paltrow, Sofia Vergara, as well as Miley Cyrus and Patrick Schwarzenegger.
Also in attendance were, Gia Coppola, Derek Blasberg, Rachel Feinstein, John Currin, Aaron Rodgers, Olivia Munn, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Jason Statham, Rachel Zoe, Amber Valleta, Anjelica Huston, Romain Dauriac, Scartlett Johansson, Nicole Richie, American celebrity and socialite, Paris Hilton and her sister Nicky Hilton who hanged out with the Carters.
Tom Ford presented his Autumn/Winter 2015 Womenswear Collection at the Friday evening show that took place at the Milk Studios in Los Angeles.
It was no surprise to see the couple at the event as queen Bey is known to be a big fan of Tom Ford designs. Her husband, Jay Z has also rapped about the designer and even went as far as naming a song in his honour.
In an hour-long interview with Power 105.1 radio “The Breakfast Club”, American rapper and father of one, Kanye West talked about many things including his wife, Kim Kardashian who he referred to as Marilyn Monroe. He also talked about women, fashion, music, competition, philosophy and politics, race, as well as criticism.
The songwriter, record producer, director, entrepreneur, and fashion designer also used the opportunity to diss his former girlfriend, Amber Rose as well as admit he’d never listened to Beck’s Morning Phase. And more importantly, the GOOD Music boss spoke about himself, singing his praises loud and referred to himself as the Steve Jobs of the internet, downtown, fashion, and culture who will go down as the voice of a generation.
See what Kanye West has to say about himself below.
“Respect my trendsetting abilities. Once that happens, everyone wins.” “I am so credible and so influential and so relevant that I will change things.” “I think what Kanye West is going to mean is something similar to what Steve Jobs means. I am undoubtedly, you know, Steve of Internet, downtown, fashion, culture.” “I will go down as the voice of a generation.” “Come on now! How could you be me and want to be someone else?”
“I am Warhol! I am the number one most impactful artist of our generation. I am Shakespeare in the flesh. Walt Disney, Nike, Google.” “People are going to look at this interview and say, ‘I don’t like Kanye. Look, he looks mad. I don’t like his teeth.'” “I’m the No. 1 living and breathing rock star. I am Axl Rose; I am Jim Morrison; I am Jimi Hendrix.”
“When someone comes up and says something like, ‘I am a god,’ everybody says ‘Who does he think he is?’ I just told you who I thought I was. A god. I just told you.” “I’ve reached a point in my life where my Truman Show boat has hit the painting.”
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The ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood luncheon took place on Thursday February 20th at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel in Los Angeles and was well attended. The 8th edition of the event’s red carpet was graced with several celebrities such as female media mogul and billionaire, Oprah Winfrey, Mexican-born actress and “Twelve Years A Slave” star, Lupita Nyong’o as well as Kelly Rowland, Golden Globe winner Uzo Aduba, Carmen Ejogo who starred in Selma, Danielle Brooks, Adrienne Moore, Samira Wiley, Lorraine Toussaint, Shonda Rhimes, Regina King, Holly Robinson Peete, Jurnee Smollett Bell, Garcelle Beauvais and Tracee Ellis Ross.
Oprah Winfrey and Lupita Nyong’o posed backstage at the annual luncheon.
Kelly Rowland in a white lace number
Supermodel, CHANEL IMAN in a sheer striped Jonathan Simkhai sheath
TEYONAH PARRIS in a slim-fitting, iridescent green Kimberly Goldson pantsuit.
Danielle Brooks in a little white dress and strappy pink sandals with purple purse.
Samira Wiley in a white, leaf-print crop top ensemble by Azede Jean-Pierre.
REGINA KING in a multi-coloured embellished top and silver pencil skirt.
TIA MOWRY in a crisp striped jumpsuit.
Gugu Mbatha-Raw in Carolina Herrera
LORRAINE TOUSSAINT in a classic LBD and pearls combo.
GARCELLE BEAUVAIS in stylish monochromatic jumpsuit with a plunging neckline.
HOLLY ROBINSON PEETE in a collared white blouse with a kaleidoscopic skirt.
Laverne Cox in a Whistles pleated navy skirt and a Theory nude mesh top.
Uzo Aduba in L.K. Bennett
Niecy Nash in a tea-length teal skirt, lace top and ultra-chic book clutch.
New mum and former Destiny’s Child member, Kelly Rowland attended the 8th annual Essence Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon that took place yesterday at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel wearing a white all lace outfit.
The “Dilemma” singer attended the event looking flawless in white high-waisted shorts and a collared blouse. The 34-year-old singer who married her partner Tim Witherspoon in Costa Rica in May 2014, completed the look with a pair of large hooped earrings, a pair of white shoes and a green purse.
