Indian designers list their expectations from the 90th Academy Awards

Priyanka Chopras Ralph and Russo outfit at the 2017 Oscars inspired several memes But her white Zuhair Murad selection top right the year before was a hitHollywoods biggest awards night is only a week away Coveted as it is the upcoming Academy Awards on March 4 will have industry bigwigs scurry around to get their ensembles on point It will be a tough feat to make sartorial statements in a year when red carpets have been painted black as an act of solidarity with victims of sexual harassment in the industry But Bollywoods ace designers have an opinion on the trends that will be evident at Los Angeles Dolby Theatre next weekDesigner Krishna Mehta in awe of Chopras elaborate trench coat at the METacircAcircu00c2u0080Acircu00c2u0088Gala last year is looking forward to her selection this year Mehta also feels floral patterns as seen on Cate Blanchett top at the 2016 Oscars will dominate the red carpet this yearTheres ample curiosity around Priyanka Chopras selection While she didnt make heads turn with her ensembles over the past two years she didnt disappoint either Her most notable selection was the white strapless gown by Lebanese fashion designer Zuhair Murad at the gala in 2016 It was among the most searched outfits on Google that year However her 3 million white Ralph and Russo dress at the function in 2017 inspired several memes with trolls referring to her as kaju katliKrishna Mehta and Rohit BalChopras elaborate trench coat from the 2017 MET Gala found a fan in Krishna Mehta who is looking forward to seeing what she has in store at the Oscars Her red carpet appearances always push the envelope It will be interesting to see who designer she wears and the statement she makes this yearShyamal amp BhumikaProtests continueDesigner Rohit Bahl agrees that attires at the gala will continue to serve as a mark of protest against sexual harassment Simple trends will be visible Social messages will be made through ensembles like the protest badge TimesUp Going by the global fashion trends designers Shyamal amp Bhumika expect to see heavy embroidery and alluring back details on the red carpet We love the graceful evolution of the backless gown and hope to see more of it We are waiting to see what Scarlett Johansson wears this year She carries herself with graceIndian designers will have their eyes on Charlize Theron Margot Robbie top right and Meryl Streep right for their bold and defying red carpet selections Nikhil Thampi says gowns in crystal embellishment as seen on Nicole Kidman at the 2017 Oscars will be common spottingMehta also opines that embroidered work will be frequently spotted at the gala The year has been dedicated towards floral embroidery which she says is chic and a classic Another emerging style which is also gaining popularity among designers is embroidered shirt dresses The casual trend has been significantly played up to create what we call a fashion momentAs celebrities supported the TimesUp and MeToo movements the recently concluded BAFTA Awards and Golden Globes saw them turn up in black ensembles as a mark of protest Gaurav Gupta says the fervor may spill onto the Academy Awards too which will certainly be about fierce individuality and feminism There will be millennial pink mixed with shades of lavender he says Fashion will flutter between fantasy and functionality We can expect power dressing at the Oscars Tailored suits for women will be as dominant as ethereal gowns Having appreciated her 2016 Oscar turn Gupta says he is eager to see how Charlize Theron Im also looking forward to seeing what firsttime Best Actress nominees Margot Robbie and Sally Hawkins wear I love the new crop of young fearless actors who are experimenting with their looks on the red carpet Were in an age where the boundaries between male and female wardrobe staples are being blurred As for the men Daniel DayLewis with his sharp sartorial style is always one to look out forArpita Mehta Nikhil Thampi and Gaurav GuptaUp the volumeNikhil Thampi also suggests that the Oscar outfits will promote social messages He hopes to see maximalist mood with strong silhouettes from the 1980s nipped waists and strong shoulders Thampi adds We may get to see power pastels bright colours puff voluminous sleeves trouser suits sheer gowns vintage floral fluffy marabou ostrich feathers crystals and OTT accessories Tilda Swinton given her offbeat style and Meryl Streep will be among those he will look out forArpita Mehra says the gala is an important when it comes to making sartorial statements At this years event which will air India onacircu00c2u0080u00c2u0088March 5 on Star Movies she expects to see ruffles exaggerated and subtle ones sheers and pastel colours We will also see an ethereal breath of fresh air through a cloud of couture feathers The 80s shoulders are having a big moment which means puffs and frills with exaggerated volumes will also make for frequent spotting Fringes and flowers are back too she 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