This past Sunday in Los Angeles, the luminaries assembled at the venerable Dolby Theater for the 96th Academy Awards made for an evening to remember. As usual, the evening was full with unforgettable events, surprising revelations, and—of course—much of fashion buzz from the red carpet.

The ceremony itself presented no shortage of happenings worthy of headlines. Among the most strange was John Cena’s comic n-de walk across the stage to accept the Best Costume Design award—a scene that had viewers both in the auditorium and at home laughing and wondering. To further add to the disarray, Hollywood icon Al Pacino made his own stir by skipping the customary reading of nominees for Best Film and straight to declaring the winner, a move that caused a lot of debate and entertainment value.

Fashion Front and Center

Still, it was not only the accolades or on-stage antics that drew interest as with every Oscars event. Once more a stunning display of celebrity style, the red carpet included amazing clothing that went viral on the internet. The event once more demonstrated how often fashion debates take front stage in the era of social media as fans and detractors analyze every element of their favorite stars’ decisions in real time.

Among the outstanding performers this year were TV anchor Kelly Ripa and her husband, Mark Consuelos. Though the pair created waves with their synchronized look, Kelly’s bold black, see-through gown really took centre stage. After Ripa posted a picture of her outfit on Instagram with the description “Mom and dad storming the red carpet,” the gorgeous yet provocative garment ignited discussions online right away.

A Wave of Reactions

Kelly’s message went viral right away, and her devoted readers left a deluge of comments. Many were quick to extol the celebrity for her audacious decision and the couple’s ageless charm.

You two look really great. But that outfit is gorgeous , one admirer said.

“Beautiful gown. Beautiful pair, another added in.

“Kelly, your hair, the dress… you look gorgeous,” said a third added, stressing the perfect mix of her clothes and look.

Not Everybody Was Attracted

Not everyone, meanwhile, was a fan of the audacious fashion choices—as is sometimes the case. Along with the appreciation, there were many detractors not bashful in expressing their ideas.

One detractor expressed dismay with her decision, “I love you Kelly, but not this dress.”

Another focused on Consuelos and said, ” Unlike Mark not to have a nicely cut suit or tux on. Usually, his clothing are just perfect.

A more intimate tone was used in several of the remarks; one user wrote: “Kelly, wear some biking shorts. In the see-through clothing, you are devaluating yourself. You are superior than that!

Another said, “She doesn’t even look like the same person anymore?‍,” sparking additional conversation over Ripa’s changing look.

Red Carpet Fashion’s Continuum of Effects

Fashion during award events has always been a curiosity, not least of which is obvious. But in the digital era, the stakes seem more than they were years ago. Fans and detractors may rapidly weigh in on social media sites such Instagram, X (previously Twitter), and TikHub, thereby generating a worldwide discourse about what celebs are wearing—and how they are wearing it.

The Oscars this year simply served to confirm the notion that red carpet appearances influence how a star is seen, therefore generating discussions ranging from appreciation to pure condemnation. Though not everyone approved, Kelly Ripa’s strong self-expression in the provocative outfit was a reflection of her.

The arguments about fashion persisted online after the Oscars came to a conclusion, reminding us in Hollywood that what you wear can be as powerful as the prizes themselves. Another year of Oscars One thing is certain: Ripa’s gown, whether liked or hated, she and Mark Consuelos turned attention and had people talking, therefore confirming their position in the evening’s highlights.

What Would You Say?

How do you find Kelly Ripa’s red carpet appearance? Do you believe stars should welcome audacious decisions or is there a boundary they should not cross? Share your ideas and let us know which Oscars fashion moments this year really caught your eye!