The Oscars red carpet has long been a stage for cinematic glamour, but this year, it glimmered with more than just cinematic brilliance.
From vintage watches that whisper Art Deco sophistication to bold, sculptural necklaces that redefine red carpet drama, the stars proved that every detail matters. Whether it was unreleased high jewellery pieces, archival favourites, or statement timepieces, the evening was a dazzling testament to the artistry, craftsmanship, and storytelling inherent in jewellery and watches.
The best watches and jewellery looks from the 98th Academy Awards, below.
Anne Hathaway in Bvlgari high jewellery
On the red carpet, Bvlgari unveiled a worldwide preview of two exceptional high jewellery creations from its upcoming Eclettica collection, officially launching later this March.
Anne Hathaway turned heads in the Neoclassical Starlight high jewellery necklace, a luminous platinum masterpiece inspired by Neoclassical sculpture. At its heart: an 8.02-carat pear-cut fancy vivid yellow diamond set within a detachable pendant, surrounded by over 35 carats of pear, round, and step-cut diamonds. The necklace, crafted over 850 hours, reflected Bvlgari’s signature approach to transformable high jewellery.
Hathaway paired the necklace with Daphne’s Laurel transformable earrings, set with Fancy Intense Yellow and white diamonds, and two platinum high jewellery rings featuring cushion-cut and fancy vivid yellow diamonds. True to Hathaway’s signature style, the ensemble was a study in sculptural elegance and radiant glamour.
Priyanka Chopra Jonas in Bvlgari high jewellery
Meanwhile, the second of the two unreleased high jewellery creations graced Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who embodied bold, sculptural beauty in the Serpenti Illusio high jewellery necklace. Crafted in white gold, the necklace is centered on a 14.01-carat antique cushion-cut sapphire from Madagascar, while pavé diamonds, buff-top emeralds, and onyx accents gradually reveal a subtle serpent motif. Composed of 235 elements and requiring over 1,300 hours of meticulous craftsmanship, the piece moves gracefully with the body.
The necklace was paired with matching high jewellery diamond earrings and a ring, resulting in a look that’s the perfect showcase of Bvlgari’s upcoming Eclettica collection.
Gwyneth Paltrow in Tiffany & Co. high jewellery
This year’s Oscars proved to be an irresistible stage for unreleased high jewellery, with Gwyneth Paltrow also offering a preview of an unreleased necklace from Tiffany & Co.’s creative director Nathalie Verdeille. The actress brought a burst of colour to the red carpet with a platinum and yellow gold necklace from the upcoming Blue Book 2026 Hidden Garden collection, set with three fancy vivid yellow diamonds, 830 brilliant diamonds and eight pear-cut diamonds. She completed her look with diamond earrings and a platinum ring, creating a radiant, garden-inspired statement that blended classic elegance with modern flair.
Zoe Saldaña in Cartier high jewellery
Maison ambassador Zoe Saldaña sparkled in Cartier’s En Équilibre, Chapter III high jewellery necklace, crafted in platinum and set with rubies and diamonds. Released just weeks ago, the piece reflects Cartier’s vision of balance, marrying contrasting stones and geometric lines into harmonious elegance. Saldaña wore the necklace as she returned to the stage to present the Best Supporting Actress award, following her own Oscar win last year.
Teyana Taylor in Tiffany & Co. high jewellery
Best Supporting Actress nominee Teyana Taylor stunned in the lustrous Shooting Star diamond necklace from Tiffany & Co.’s Blue Book 2024: Tiffany Céleste collection, a special series inspired by legendary designer Jean Schlumberger. Taylor’s platinum necklace was a true feat of craftsmanship, featuring 857 round brilliant diamonds totaling over 60 carats, a striking emerald-cut diamond of more than 18 carats, and 140 baguette diamonds weighing over nine carats in total. In true high jewellery fashion, the centre stone can also be detached and worn as a ring. She complemented them with diamond earrings and rings in platinum, totaling over 30 carats. The pieces showcased Tiffany & Co’s signature brilliance and flawless craftsmanship, making Taylor’s red carpet presence unforgettable.
Elle Fanning in Cartier
Elle Fanning donned a stunning archival transformable necklace from the Cartier Collection, a circa-1903 Paris creation crafted in platinum and set with round old-cut diamonds. She paired it with the Cartier Diamond Collection bracelet in white gold and diamonds, and an Étincelle de Cartier ring in white gold, showcasing the maison’s timeless craftsmanship.
Paul Mescal in Cartier
Paul Mescal proved that sometimes less really is more, opting for a Juste un Clou single hoop earring in yellow gold and a Tank Louis Cartier watch. Minimal, polished, and unmistakably Cartier.
Gracie Abrams in Chanel high jewellery
Joining Mescal on the red carpet, Gracie Abrams turned the Oscars into a study in modern date-night dressing. Dressed in Chanel, the singer opted for high jewellery that mirrored the modernity of her two-piece ensemble. She accessorised with the Marthe ring in white gold, set with grey spinels and diamonds, and the Diamant Essentiel earrings in white gold and diamonds. Soft, sparkly, and effortlessly cool.
Jessie Buckley in Chanel high jewellery
Best Actress winner Jessie Buckley brought a romantic softness to the Oscars red carpet in Chanel, finishing the look with pieces from the house’s high and fine jewellery collections. She wore the delicate N°5 Drop white gold necklace in white gold and diamonds, featuring a 1.01-carat pear-shaped diamond, alongside Bouton de Camélia earrings and the Jeanne ring in white gold and diamonds. Altogether, the jewellery struck a balance between classic femininity and modern refinement—an elegant complement to the Hamnet actress’s winning moment.
Nicole Kidman in Chanel high jewellery and Omega watch
Ever the picture of poised glamour, Nicole Kidman completed her Chanel feathered powder-pink gown with a sophisticated mix of high jewellery. She wore the Endless Knot earrings in white gold with Japanese cultured pearls and diamonds, the Contraste Blanc ring set with an emerald-cut diamond, and the Tweed Brodé ring in white gold and diamonds.
As is her custom, Kidman chose a vintage Omega cocktail watch for her timepiece on the Oscars. Delving into her personal collection, the actress selected a 1966 white gold Sapphette with a silver sunburst dial accented with diamond-set wings at the top and bottom of the case. Petite and distinctly Art Deco in feel, it echoed the archival Omega pieces she frequently gravitates towards.
Pedro Pascal in Chanel
Leave it to Pedro Pascal to make understatement feel impossibly cool. The actor finished his Chanel look with the Boy·Friend watch in beige gold, its clean lines and alligator-pattern strap offering a refined, quietly rebellious counterpoint to classic black tie.
Mikey Madison in Tiffany & Co.
Following her Best Actress win last year, Mikey Madison returned to the Oscars as a presenter, shimmering in a platinum diamond necklace featuring over six carats of diamonds. Paired with matching earrings and a ring, the ensemble was a glittering testament to Tiffany & Co.’s mastery in shaping light and form.
Maya Rudolph in Chanel high jewellery
Maya Rudolph leaned into Chanel’s more expressive side with a trio of high jewellery pieces that played with texture, movement, and contrast. She wore the Diamant Evanescent ring in white gold and diamonds, the Plume 1932 ring in white gold and diamonds, and the Tweed Frangé earrings in white gold and diamonds. Together, the pieces echoed the fluidity of her embellished gown, balancing softness with graphic sparkle.
Ryan Coogler in Cartier
Ryan Coogler, who won his first Oscar for the screenplay of Sinners, selected Cartier for the occasion: a Clash de Cartier [Un]limited chain pocket gem in white gold with onyx and diamonds, a Tank à Guichets watch in platinum with leather, and Cartier Collection rings from 2005 and 2015 in white gold with diamonds and black lacquer—a bold, statement-making ensemble fit for an Oscar winner.
This story first appeared on GRAZIA Singapore.
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