Sexiest Oscars Dresses Of All-Time: Photos Of Vanessa Hudgens, Zendaya & More At The Academy Awards

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March 10, 2023 12:54PM EST

The Oscars are home to some of the sexiest red carpet looks of all time. Get ready for the 2023 Academy Awards with the show’s hottest looks of all time.

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Hottest Oscars Dresses Of All-Time: Photos

Hottest Oscars Dresses Of All-Time: Photos — The Academy Awards have the most high-profile red carpet of the year and stars always make sure their fashion follows that lead. Since the Oscars are the definition of class, celebs have always found creative and chic ways to balance sex appeal and style.

Sure, a classic ballgown does the trick, but why not spice things up with some plunging necklines, sassy cut-outs, or a thigh-high slit? Need something eye-catching? You can’t go wrong with sequins or jewelry that makes a statement.

There are so many sultry looks that are worth checking out ahead of Sunday’s Oscars. Catch the hottest Academy Awards dresses of all time in our gallery here.

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Vanessa Hudgens In 2022

Vanessa Hudgens In 2022 — Vanessa Hudgens, who presented an awards pre-show for ABC, stunned in a jet black, sequined Michael Kors gown. Elongating her figure with a sky-high top knot, Vanessa accessorized with gorgeous and glamorous emerald jewelry.

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Zendaya In 2022

Zendaya In 2022 — Zendaya shimmered in silver Valentino during the 2022 Oscars. Her sparkling shirt and silk top were the perfect pairing.

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Jessica Chastain In 2022

Jessica Chastain In 2022 — Jessica Chastain came to slay in 2022! The Oscar nominee dazzled in a lavender ombre gown from Gucci.

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Nicole Kidman In 2022

Nicole Kidman In 2022 — Nicole Kidman slayed in a strapless blue Armani Prive gown on the 2022 Oscars red carpet. She paired her gorgeous gown with a bold red lip.

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Mila Kunis In 2022

Mila Kunis In 2022 — Mila Kunis looked radiant in pink Zuhair Murad during the 2022 Oscars. Her silky soft blush dress had one shoulder and a train flowing off her hip.

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Megan Thee Stallion In 2022

Megan Thee Stallion In 2022 — Megan Thee Stallion was ravishing in a dusty blue dress by Indian designer Gaurav Gupta during the 2022 Oscars. Glitter, ruffles, and a sexy side cut-out combined for a perfect look.

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Zendaya In 2021

Zendaya In 2021 — Zendaya stands out in her bright yellow dress at the 2021 Oscars. Her strapless gown featured a mid-section cutout to show some skin.

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Amanda Seyfried In 2021

Amanda Seyfried In 2021 — Amanda Seyfried is ravishing in red at the 2021 Oscars. Her plunging strapless gown had a low-cut neckline and she paired the look with matching lipstick.

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Halle Berry, 2021

Halle Berry, 2021 — Halle Berry walks the red carpet at the 2021 Oscars. She wore a strapless, plunging pink gown with her hair styled in a dramatic bob.

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Scarlett Johansson, 2020

Scarlett Johansson, 2020 — Scarlett Johansson is stunning in silver at the 2020 Oscars. She wore a strapless dress with long train and her hair in a low updo.

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Brie Larson, 2020

Brie Larson, 2020 — Brie Larson sparkles in a plunging dress at the Oscars in 2020. Her gown had caped sleeves and a thigh-high leg slit, as well.

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Cynthia Erivo, 2020

Cynthia Erivo, 2020 — Cynthia Erivo wears a white dress while walking the 2020 Oscars red carpet. The gown had a thigh-high slit, showing off her chunky white heels.

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Salma Hayek, 2020

Salma Hayek, 2020 — Salma Hayek is a Gucci godess in her white dress at the 2020 Oscars. The one-sleeved gown was paired with an updo on the red carpet.

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Charlize Theron, 2020

Charlize Theron, 2020 — Charlize Theron shows some leg in her one-shouldered black gown at the Oscars. She wore minimal makeup and her hair in a sleek, side-parted updo.

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Ashley Graham, 2019

Ashley Graham, 2019 — Ashley Graham showed off her curves in a figure-hugging black gown at the 2019 Oscars. The mermaid-style dress was paired with a diamond necklace, and Ashley wore her hair in a slick ponytail.

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Jennifer Lopez, 2019

Jennifer Lopez, 2019 — Jennifer Lopez looked incredible in a silver metallic dress at the 2019 Oscars. The dress showed off her body to perfection, and she completed the look with dark eye makeup and soft hair waves.

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Chrissy Teigen, 2017

Chrissy Teigen, 2017 — Chrissy Teigen puts major leg on display in a white gown with silver embellishments at the 2017 Academy Awards. She wore dangling earrings and her hair in a ponytail to go with the look.

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Brie Larson, 2017

Brie Larson, 2017 — Brie Larson looks stunning while putting her chest on display in a black gown at the Oscars in 2017. The dress featured a deep v neckline, and Brie wore a pop of red lipstick with the look.

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Jennifer Aniston, 2017

Jennifer Aniston, 2017 — Jennifer Aniston rocks a sequined black dress with plunging neckline and sky-high leg slit to the 2017 Oscars. She kept the rest of her look super simple to really let the dress do the talking.

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Lupita Nyong’o, 2018

Lupita Nyong’o, 2018 — Lupita Nyong’o looks like a goldn goddess in a shimmery, one-shouldered dress at the 2018 Academy Awards. Her perfectly slime frame was on full display in the stunning look.

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Taraji P. Henson, 2018

Taraji P. Henson, 2018 — Taraji P. Henson shows a LOT of leg in her sheer black dress with insanely high slit at the Oscars in 2018. The gown also featured a keyhole cutout in the center of her chest.

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Eiza Gonzalez, 2018

Eiza Gonzalez, 2018 — Eiza Gonzalez shows off her incredible figure in a form-fitting backless gown at the 2018 Oscars. She brightened up the red carpet thanks to the vibrant color.

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Priyanka Chopra, 2016

Priyanka Chopra, 2016 — Priyanka Chopra sizzles at the 2016 Oscars in this sheer and strapless Zuhair Murad gown. She wore her hair pulled back into a ponytail, so her full ensemble was front and center.

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Jennifer Lawrence, 2011

Jennifer Lawrence, 2011 — Jennifer Lawrence pops on the red carpet in this sexy and simple red dress by Calvin Klein at the 2011 Oscars. She looked sleek and so elegant in the look, with her hair styled in loose curls.

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Angelina Jolie, 2012

Angelina Jolie, 2012 — Angelina Jolie and her famous leg dazzle on the Oscars red carpet in 2012 in this sexy black dress. The strapless ensemble will be a forever red carpet iconic look.

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Cindy Crawford, 1991

Cindy Crawford, 1991 — Supermodel Cindy Crawford is red-hot in this plunging red gown at the 1991 Oscars with Richard Gere. The gown showed major skin while still covering up the lower half of her body.

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Jennifer Lopez, 2015

Jennifer Lopez, 2015 — Jennifer Lopez looks like a total princess at the 2015 Oscars in this low-cut Elie Saab dress. The plunging neckline added a layer of sexiness to the poofy ballgown.

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Taraji P. Henson, 2017

Taraji P. Henson, 2017 — Taraji P. Henson slays at the 2017 Oscars in this velvet navy number by Alberta Ferretti. She rocked a massive diamond necklace with the off-the-shoulder look.

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Saoirse Ronan, 2016

Saoirse Ronan, 2016 — Saoirse Ronan looks divine in this sexy, sparkling green gown by Calvin Klein at the 2016 Oscars. The dress hugged her figure and featured a dangerously low neckline.

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Kerry Washington, 2016

Kerry Washington, 2016 — Kerry Washington makes a statement in this leather Atelier Versace dress with leg slit at the 2016 Oscars. The dress featured leather detailing and a high leg slit.

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Jennifer Lawrence, 2016

Jennifer Lawrence, 2016 — Jennifer Lawrence stuns in this sheer lace gown at the 2016 Oscars. She kept her hair and makeup look super simple so that the dress was the star of her look.

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Naomi Watts, 2013

Naomi Watts, 2013 — Naomi Watts sparkles on the 2013 Oscars red carpet in this silver number, which hugs her body in all the right places. The one-shouldered gown was paired with clunky heels and an updo.

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Charlize Theron, 2016

Charlize Theron, 2016 — Charlize Theron takes the plunge in this hot red gown at the 2016 Oscars, showing off major skin and her bangin’ bod. She wore a long necklace that fell down the center of her bare chest.

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Chrissy Teigen, 2015

Chrissy Teigen, 2015 — Chrissy Teigen flashes a whole lot of leg in this baby blue dress at the 2015 Oscars. The dress featured a beaded top half, along with a plunging neckline.

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Mila Kunis, 2011

Mila Kunis, 2011 — Mila Kunis is the epitome of sexy in this sheer lavender gown at the 2011 Oscars. Her legs were visible through the fabric, and Mila was all smiles as she hit the carpet.

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Brie Larson, 2016

Brie Larson, 2016 — Brie Larson wows in this gorgeous blue dress at the 2016 Oscars — the year she won for Best Actress! The gown featured ruffles and a plunging neckline.

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Margot Robbie, 2016

Margot Robbie, 2016 — Margot Robbie looks like an actual Oscar in this gorgeous and super hot Tom Ford gown at the 2016 Oscars. Her slim figure looked incredible in the curve-hugging dress.

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Jennifer Lopez, 2012

Jennifer Lopez, 2012 — Jennifer Lopez left our jaws on the floor when she showed up in this gorgeous and undeniably sexy gown at the 2012 Oscars. She paired the look with a sleek updo, putting the dress’s plunging neckline front and center.

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Jennifer Aniston, 2015

Jennifer Aniston, 2015 — Jennifer Aniston looks incredible in this curve-hugging gown with sheer cutouts at the 2015 Oscars. She wore her hair straight and parted to the side, with gold-hued makeup.

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Olivia Wilde, 2016

Olivia Wilde, 2016 — Olivia Wilde flashes major skin in this hot Valentino gown at the 2016 Oscars. Her dress featured straps across her chest, putting a lot of her midsection on display.

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Halle Berry, 2002

Halle Berry, 2002 — Halle Berry blew everyone away when she stepped out in this iconic sheer Elie Saab gown at the 2002 Oscars. There was carefully-placed floral designs across her chest in the dress.

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Cate Blanchett, 1999

Cate Blanchett, 1999 — Cate Blanchett turns up the heat in this see-through gown at the 1999 Oscars. The purple dress featured a floral back, and she wore bright red lipstick to complete the look.

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Cher, 1988

Cher, 1988 — The legendary Cher rocks a Bob Mackie black sequined see-through gown at the 1988 Oscars. She completed the look with a dramatic scarf and her hair in an updo.

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