Oscars 2019: From skirts and suit-gowns to the classic tuxedos, here's how the leading men experimented with fashion at the red carpet

By Kritika Mehra

on February 27, 2019

Oscars 2019: From skirts and suit-gowns to the classic tuxedos, here's how the leading men experimented with fashion at the red carpet

The 91st Annual Academy Awards had a bank full of surprises to offer. From underdog wins too many well-deserved names, we saw it all! We also saw a lot of big sartorial moments at the gala. From Lady Gaga's Tiffany diamond to Amandla Steinberg's dare to bare dress, the ladies kept it saucy and classy at the red carpet. But the men were not far too behind! Calling a neck-to-neck competition with the girl gang, here are some of the looks that changed the definition of glamour for men:

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Billy porter in christian siriano

This man deserves more credit than he gets! Dressed in a tux-meets-skirt outfit, Billy strutted down the red carpet knowing exactly what he was doing! Pushing the boundaries of couture for men, Porter yet again, caused a stir with his sartorial choices! BRAVO!

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When you come to the Oscars, you must dress up. Thanks @csiriano for creating this custom couture masterpiece. @oscarheyman you have outdone yourselves once again with your iconic jewels. Style by @sammyratelle / @rrrcreative Styling Associate: @ashleymarienyc Grooming by @heyannabee @TheAcademy #AcademyAwards2019 #oscars #oscars2019

A post shared by Billy Porter (@theebillyporter) on Feb 24, 2019 at 3:17pm PST

chadwick boseman in givenchy

Chadwick experiments with a Victorian-era inspired tuxedo with a train so long, we're going to name this creation the suit gown! The details and elements blend perfectly to make this THE couture ensemble more and more men should try sporting. Work it like a king boy... Wakanda forever!

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GIVENCHY FAMILY: Actor and presenter #ChadwickBoseman wore a #Givenchy Haute Couture Fall-Winter 2018 custom made outfit, designed by @ClareWaightKeller, to the 91st Academy Awards. #Oscars #GivenchyCouture #GivenchyFamily

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mark ronson

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Oscar winner for best original song @iammarkronson at the 91st Annual Academy Awards in Los Angeles wearing the Tuxedo Loafer by #RogerVivier. #Oscars #RedCarpet

A post shared by Roger Vivier (@rogervivier) on Feb 25, 2019 at 8:08am PST

Bradley cooper in Tom Ford

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Amazing Irina @irinashayk @burberry

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Mahershala ali

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The only thing better than winning one Oscar? Winning two. @mahershalaali

A post shared by The Academy (@theacademy) on Feb 25, 2019 at 12:14pm PST

christian bale

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It’s never too late. Tune in now! #Oscars

A post shared by The Academy (@theacademy) on Feb 24, 2019 at 6:06pm PST

Michael B Jordan in Tom Ford

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My mama about to make me have to fight somebody she looking so pretty. #Oscars2019 #PopsIGotYou #DateNight

A post shared by Michael B. Jordan (@michaelbjordan) on Feb 24, 2019 at 4:19pm PST

Spike lee

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THIS IS MY OSCAR SPEECH FROM LAST NIGHT: SPECIAL LOVE TO TONYA, SATCHEL AND JACKSON THE WORLD TODAY IS IRONY THE DATE THE 24TH THE MONTH FEBRUARY WHICH ALSO HAPPENS TO BE THE SHORTEST MONTH OF THE YEAR WHICH ALSO HAPPENS TO BE BLACK HISTORY MONTH THE YEAR 2019 THE YEAR 1619 HIS/HER – STORY 1619 TO 2019 400 YEARS 400 YEARS AGO OUR ANCESTORS WERE STOLEN FROM MOTHER AFRICA BROUGHT TO JAMESTOWN, VIRGINIA – ENSLAVED OUR ANCESTORS TO WORK DA LAND FROM CAN’T SEE IN DA MORNING TO CAN’T SEE AT NIGHT MY GRANDMOTHER ZIMMIE REATHA SHELTON WHO LIVED TO BE 100 YEARS YOUNG WHO WAS A SPELMAN COLLEGE GRADUATE EVEN THOUGH HER MOTHER WAS A SLAVE MY GRANDMOTHER WHO SAVED 50 YEARS OF HER SOCIAL SECURITY CHECKS TO PUT HER 1st GRANDCHILD – SHE CALLED ME SPIKEY POO – PUT ME THROUGH MOREHOUSE COLLEGE AND NYU GRAD FILM BEFORE THE WORLD TONIGHT I GIVE PRAISE TO OUR ANCESTORS WHO HELPED BUILD THIS COUNTRY AND WHAT IT IS TODAY – ALONE WITH THE GENOCIDE OF ITS NATIVE PEOPLE IF WE ALL CONNECT WITH OUR ANCESTORS FOR LOVE WISDOM AND REGAINING OUR HUMANITY IT WILL BE A POWERFUL MOVEMENT THE 2020 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION IS AROUND THE CORNER LET’S ALL MOBILIZE, LET’S BE ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF HISTORY MAKE THE MORAL CHOICE BETWEEN LOVE VS. HATE LET’S DO THE RIGHT THING Y’KNOW I HAD TO GET THAT IN SOMEWAY – SOMEHOW IN CLOSING BROOKLYN’S IN DA HOUSE BROOKLYN WINS BROOKLYN WINS BOOMSHACKALACKA

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Jason momoa in fendi

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I felt like a KING last night. Because of you my love. So honoured to attend and present at the Oscars. To meet so many talented artist congratulations to every nominee all these amazing films @helenmirren i love you such a honour to stay by your side Also love to send my deepest aloha to @karllagerfeld RIP @silviaventurinifendi @jeanneyangstyle for taking my pink velvet scrunchie and turning it into a suit. Unko KARL your a legend. Mahalo for my first suit And to all my insta homies who always make me the coolest jewelry. Love my rings @bookofalchemy @intothefirejewelry @judicael_sacred_skulls @richardbaggettstudios @leroyswoodentattoos @king_baby_studio @hoboshane @red_rabbit_ia and so many more. Cheeeeeeefuknhuuuuuuuuuu #hhrajahhh. #pinkonpink. Aloha j

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Rami Malek in ysl

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The legacy of Freddie Mercury lives on. @ramimalek with his Oscar for Best Actor.

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