From Margot Robbie to Anne Hathaway: The most iconic Oscars jewellery moments ever


From a $20m collection worn by Madonna in 1991 to Lady Gaga's iconic Tiffany Yellow Diamond, The Academy Awards have been subject to many of fashion's most notable jewellery moments


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Orion Scott
Orion ScottStyle Editor
Updated: March 13, 2026
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Arguably the world's most opulent, lavish and stylish awards ceremony to date, the Academy Awards, or Oscars as often referred to in the biz has been a hallmark of grandeur in the style sphere since its inception back in 1929. 

This year marks the ceremony's 97th stint and will see some of the world's most notable names and Hollywood heavyweights all under one roof, celebrating excellence in cinematic achievements. 

Cynthia Erivo at the 97th Oscars held at the Dolby Theatre on March 2, 2025 in Hollywood, California wearing a black sculptural dress and silver jewellery. © Penske Media via Getty Images
Cynthia Erivo at the 2025 ceremony wearing jewellery by Roberto Coin.

Though we’re excited to see who of our favourite stars will take home a gold-plated statuette, it's the red carpet that really fills our fashion cups to the brim. 

From gilded gowns to one-of-a-kind couture, sleek suiting and sky-high heels, each and every year the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood is filled with eye-catching statements, and this year is set to be no different. 

Fashion obsessives will know that the icing on any outfit cake is always in the details, in particular the decadent jewellery choices. 

From stacks of diamonds with a net worth of a whole doctorate college tuition to archival historical pieces, we take a look back at the very best jewellery moments to ever grace The Academy Awards red carpet. 

Doja Cat wears a strapless leopard print gown with matching scarf, her hair is short and bleached blonde© Penske Media via Getty Images

Doja Cat

Doja Cat looked sensational at the 2025 Oscars wearing an incredible look by Balmain, but it was the yellow diamond necklace and earrings by Messika that took our breath away. 

Margaret Qualley wears a black dress with low back and a necklace worn backwards, her hair in a sleek bun© WWD via Getty Images

Margaret Qualley

Oh how we love a backwards necklace moment, and actress Margaret Qualley wasn't the only star at the 2025 ceremony to plump for one. Michelle Yeoh sported a gorgeous Boucheron piece while Margaret opted for Chanel. 

Zoe Saldana wears a strapless dress with sparkling details on the bust, mesh black elbow length gloves and holds an Oscar, with a shimmering choker necklace. © WWD via Getty Images

Zoe Saldana

Best Supporting Actress winner at the 2025 ceremony Zoe Saldana opted for show stopping Saint Laurent for the occasion, topped off with an incredible choker necklace by Cartier from their Pantheres Versatiles collection. Designed to resemble the elegant big cat, the impressive piece boasted onyx, diamonds and 10.1 carat emerald. 

Isabella Rosselini wears a blue velvet long sleeve dress with glittering necklace and dangling earrings© Kevin Mazur/Getty Images

Isabella Rossellini

Isabella Rossellini had an archival moment at the 2025 Awards, opting to wear earrings by Bvlgari that had belonged to her mother - the Hollywood icon Ingrid Bergman. 

Margot Robbie attends the 96th Annual Academy Awards at Dolby Theatre on March 10, 2024 in Hollywood, California© FilmMagic

Margot Robbie, 2024

Last year Margot Robbie stunned on the red carpet in a black strapless Versace gown and accentuated with a touch of archival glamour in the form of a 1980s torsade cuff by Rene Boivin. The statement bracelet was crafted from 18-karat yellow gold and adorned with dainty diamonds.

Eva Longoria attends the 96th Annual Academy Awards on March 10, 2024 in Hollywood, California© Getty Images

Eva Longoria, 2024

Eva dazzled at the 96th Awards in a sculptural Tamara Ralph gown and a selection of Bucherer jewels. The Desperate Housewives opted for the house's 'Inner Fire Masterpiece Necklace' and the 'Classic Joy Earrings'.

Cara Delevingne attends the 95th Annual Academy Awards on March 12, 2023 in Hollywood, California© Getty Images

Cara Delevingne, 2023

Without a doubt one of the world's most famous jewellery lines, the Bulgari Serpenti collection continues to reign supreme in the world of opulent occasions. To attend the event in 2023, It-Brit Cara Delevingne sported a three-tiered Sperpenti choker and a set of large and in-charge earrings.  

Zendaya attends the 93rd Annual Academy Awards at Union Station on April 25, 2021 in Los Angeles, California© Getty Images

Zendaya, 2021

To accentuate her dreamy canary yellow Valentino gown, Zanday’s stylist Law Roach called on Bulgari to deck her out in $6m worth of diamonds. Though all dreamier than ever, all eyes were on her necklace which featured a 6-carat cushion-cut yellow diamond. 

Lady Gaga attends the 91st Annual Academy Awards at Hollywood and Highland on February 24, 2019 in Hollywood, California© FilmMagic

Lady Gaga, 2019

Arguably one of the most memorable Oscars jewellery moments was when Lady Gaga sported Tiffany & Co.’s iconic Tiffany Yellow Diamond, previously worn by Audrey Hepburn back in 1961 while promoting Breakfast at Tiffany’s. To complete the look she added a matching ring. 

Cate Blanchett arrives at the 87th Annual Academy Awards at Hollywood & Highland Center on February 22, 2015 in Hollywood, California© WireImage

Cate Blanchett, 2015

To elevate her sleek-chic black John Galliano for Maison Margiela gown, Cate added a pop of colour in the form of a beaded blue necklace from Tiffany & Co. The collared piece featured 400 carats of turquoise cabochon gems, faceted diamonds and aquamarines and was clasped together with diamond pins. 

Actress Anne Hathaway arrives at the Oscars at Hollywood & Highland Center on February 24, 2013 © Getty Images

Anne Hathaway, 2013

To accent her delightful baby pink sheath dress from Prada, Anne accessorised to perfection by wearing a diamond floral necklace from Tiffany & Co. backwards. The styling choice was made all the more awe-inspiring due to her freshly trimmed pixie cut. 

Actress Angelina Jolie arrives at the 81st Annual Academy Awards held at The Kodak Theatre on February 22, 2009 in Hollywood, California. © WireImage

Angelina Jolie, 2009

To attend the awards back in 2009, Angelina Jolie settled on a divine earring set from Lorraine Schwartz. She styled the pair of 115-carat Colombian emerald drop earrings with a matching 65-carat ring, both estimated to retail for $2.5m. 

Nicole Kidman at the 80th Annual Academy Awards at the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood, California February 24th, 2008© Los Angeles Times via Getty Imag

Nicole Kidman, 2008

In 2008 Nicole Kidman sported an opulent L'Wren Scott stacked necklace, made up of over 7,500 diamonds. The dazzling neck adornment was valued at $7m and took over 6000 hours to create. 

Gwyneth Paltrow won an Oscar for best actress for her role in 'Shakespeare in Love'.© Corbis via Getty Images

Gwyneth Paltrow, 1999

Oozing Barbie-core in a baby pink strappy gown from Ralph Lauren, Gwyneth Paltrow dazzled, with help from her dainty yet striking Harry Winston diamond choker and matching earring set. 

Celine Dion arrives at the Shrine Auditorium. She is wearing the 'Coeur de la Mer' around her neck© Corbis via Getty Images

Celine Dion, 1998

Paying homage to the iconic film, Titanic, Celine Dion wore Asprey & Garrard's ‘Heart of the Ocean’ necklace, made up of a heart-shaped Ceylon sapphire pendant surrounded by 103 diamonds. The iconic necklace has a ripe history and was later auctioned off for the Princess of Wales Memorial Fund.

Michael Jackson and Madonna © Ron Galella Collection via Getty

Madonna, 1991

Never one to not go all out, for the 1991 awards Madonna radiated Old Hollywood glamour in a sparkly strapless dress and a fluffy white stole. The cherry on top of the Marilyn Monroe-approved look was her diamond cluster necklace from Harry Winston, estimated to be worth $20m.

Elizabeth Taylor 42nd Annual Academy Awards© Ron Galella Collection via Getty

Elizabeth Taylor, 1970

Our forever style muse Elizabeth Taylor was spotted at the 1970 ceremony in a glamorous dove grey plunging neckline dress which she accessorised with a 69-carat pear-shaped diamond pendant Cartier necklace which was originally a ring, gifted to her from her fifth husband Richard Burton- iconic behaviour if you ask us. 

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