The most glamorous night on Hollywood's social calendar has kicked off as the stars take to the red carpet for the 90th Academy Awards.

After the red carpet blackout that dominated the Golden Globes, Hollywood's biggest stars are shining bright at the Oscars, opting for light and bright colours.

Champagne is the order of the day - when it comes to gowns at least. Allison Williams, Giuliana Rancic and Abbie Cornish are just a few of the stars sporting the pale hue, pairing it with delicate embellishments and simple accessories.

Allison Williams

The Get Out actress channelled old school glamour in this champagne beaded gown, paired with simple makeup and a classic 1940s Hollywood wave.

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Giuliana Rancic

The E! host is bordering on bridal in her one-shouldered beaded gown, with white floral appliqué and soft curls in her hair.

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Kelly Ripa

Kelly Ripa's small frame was overwhelmed by this sweeping black gown, complete with giant pink and green bow and some seriously large pockets.

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Allison Janney

The I, Tonya actress commanded the red carpet in a sleek red dress with a plunging neckline and some seriously dramatic sleeves.

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Betty Gabriel

Betty Gabriel took plunging necklines to the next level in this head-turning teal gown.

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Jane Fonda

Hollywood legend Jane Fonda commanded the red carpet in a fitted white gown with square neckline and dramatic shoulder detailing.

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Daniel Kaluuya

Mustard velvet isn't an obvious choice for the Oscars, but Best Actor nominee Daniel Kaluuya took the unique look and made it work on the red carpet.

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Salma Hayek

There is no kind way to say it, but this look is a complete miss.

Salma looks like she has come straight from reading fortunes at the fair in this sequined purple ensemble.

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Chadwick Boseman

The Black Panther star had an effortlessly cool approach to the red carpet in this longline detailed jacket, with statement zip detail boots.

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Whoopi Goldberg

Only Whoopi Goldberg could pair her signature sunglasses with an over the top floral dress and look this incredible.

Andra Day

If you strike this pose on the red carpet you will be one of our most striking looks - no questions asked.

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Margot Robbie

The Best Actress nominee looked like she had just stepped out of the salon, sporting a fresh blunt haircut that paired perfectly with her gown's simple silhouette.

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Gal Gadot

This fun fringed emsemble was the perfect fit for Gal Gadot and the added necklace was the perfect companion for the highly detailed gown.

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Lupita Nyongo

Lupita Nyongo has skyrocketed to the top of the best dressed list in this striking gold lamé gown with a black embellished sash.

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