The Oscars are easily the Super Bowl of red carpets, meaning that everyone who shows up is expected to bring their A-game. Now that the 89th Academy Awards are a week away, we couldn't think of a better way to get excited so we compiled the most memorable (and our favourite) gowns to ever grace the red carpet affair. So let's look back at some of the best red carpet looks from over the years (in no particular order), and prepare for the upcoming awards.
Lupita Nyong’o

Nyong’o was the belle of the ball in this whimsical Prada gown and silver headband at the 2014 Oscars. This wasn’t only the actresses first ever Oscars, she also won Best Supporting Actress for her powerful role in 12 Years a Slave.






