The Oscars red carpet is the ultimate stage for eveningwear that dazzles, inspires, and sets trends for the season ahead. It’s where elegance meets audacity, and at times sheer silliness, but actors will do anything to steal the limelight after all! From the chromatic brilliance of the leading ladies to the men's (or at least their stylists) vision of sartorial mores, the Oscars red carpet never fails to entertain.
For men, Favourbrook’s eveningwear is a masterclass in refined rebellion and thus is perfect for glamorous events. The new Tommy tuxedo, a standout from our dinner jacket line-up, redefines black tie with its wide-leg trouser silhouette - a nod to the relaxed sophistication of 1930 Hollywood, yet utterly modern. Paired with a peak-lapel jacket in midnight wool, it’s a look that could’ve graced Cary Grant’s frame, updated for today’s style-conscious gent. In fact Brad Pitt wore something quite similar to the Venice Film Festival last year, only his trousers were flared.
The ivory dinner jacket is also a red carpet favourite, with Paul Mescal wearing a beautiful double-breasted version, notable for its longer cut at the hips and broad satin lapels (Mescal also went for flared out dress trousers). The look made famous by Humphrey Bogart in Casablanca is still as refined today as it ever was. Typically worn for summer engagements, its a fantastic option for debonair dressers when paired with our extravagant pink frill shirt.
In recent years, it has been the velvet trend that has stolen the spotlight on red carpets, and that's a look we've long championed at Favourbrook. Recall Chris Evan's petrol blue velvet tuxedo jacket at the 2019 Oscars, or Brad Pitt's midnight velvet tuxedo with a stunning shawl lapel - both moments cemented the fabric’s luxurious resurgence. Favourbrook’s velvet dinner jackets, in deep navy, sapphire blue, or racing green, capture that tactile allure, offering a richness that’s as photogenic as it is wearable. Whether layered over a white pleated dress shirt or a more flamboyant frill shirt, these pieces promise Oscars-worthy gravitas for any gala or late-night soirée.
On the womenswear front, Favourbrook’s silk coats and dresses draw inspiration from the kaleidoscope of colour that’s swept Oscars red carpets over the years. Our sleek coat silhouettes echo the elegance of Hollywood’s finest ball gowns and dresses. Barbie-core was certainly a thing in 2024 at the 96th Annual Academy Awards with an array of pink tones highlighting a bold femininity, as evidenced by Arianna Grande's voluminous bubble-gum pink gown, as well as America Ferrera's glossy pink bodycon number. Pink is a tone we've always had a soft spot for at Favourbrook, and this season is no different, with a stunning soft pink Eton coat being the balance to much stronger peony pink Belgravia and Carnaby coats, not to mention a number of beautiful pink dresses.
Our silk evening coats such as our Carnaby style offer a wearable echo of red carpet glamour, perfect for draping over a minimalist dress or tailored trousers. Then there’s our perennial love for florals. The 2023 Oscar's red carpet was the year that leading ladies really bloomed, with the likes of Nicole Kidman and Halle Berry wearing punchy petals. Throughout our coat collection, powerful floral designs create impact and bouquets of vibrant colours, which are perfect for making an entrance in.
Favourbrook’s magic lies in translating Oscars extravagance into everyday elegance. The Tommy tuxedo’s wide-leg swagger and silky richness make black tie feel fresh, while silk coats and dresses in jewel tones and floral patterns elevate womenswear with effortless poise. As the red carpet proves year after year, true style isn’t about excess; it’s about pieces that shine, whether under flashbulbs or candlelight.
