You might not have a closet full of Valentino and Dior, but that doesn’t mean you can’t rock this year’s red carpet looks. We’re not suggesting you scour the thrift stores for replicas of this year’s Oscar gowns (you’ll probably be disappointed, and where were you planning on wearing that thing, anyway?). Instead, take a style cue from your favorite celeb’s most glamorous get-up and make it all your own. From day to night and work to play, these limelight-loving looks fit the collegiette lifestyle (and budget).
Sally Field in Valentino: Perfect for a Saturday Afternoon
Women Premium Cotton Crew Neck Long Sleeve T-Shirt, Uniqlo ($9.99)
Maxi Skirt with Broderie Inserts, ASOS ($76.30)
Coral Bubble Necklace, Glitzy Things ($40)
Speakup Shoe, Nine West ($49)
Reese Witherspoon in Louis Vuitton: Perfect for a Job Interview
Blouse, H&M ($38)
Jamelia Skirt, Monsoon ($96)
Color Block Tote, C Wonder ($58)
Black Caprice Suede Court Shoes, My Wardrobe ($92.12)
Pearl Ray Studs, BaubleBar ($28)
Anne Hathaway in Prada: Perfect for a Family Get-together
Shell Pink Bonded Lace Peplum Top, New Look ($26)
Straight-leg Cotton Trousers, Mango ($44.99)
Ballet Pumps, H&M ($23)
Large Rhinestone Bracelet, BCBG Max Azria ($33.60)
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Zoe Saldana in Alexis Mabille: Perfect for Girls’ Night Out
White Scuba Zip Bralet, River Island ($50)
Skinny High Jeans, H&M ($45)
Suzy Grey JustFab Heels, Heels.com ($49.99)
Resin and Crystal Linear Earrings, Ann Taylor ($19.99)
Salma Hayek in Alexander McQueen: Perfect for Date Night
Velvet Top, Mango ($15)
Mary Portas Straight Leg High Waist Jeans, House of Fraser ($120)
Statement Gold Cluster Necklace, AX Paris ($23)
Tilia Suedette Spiked Back Pointed Ballet, Boohoo ($24)
Jennifer Lawrence in Dior: Perfect for Formal Wear
Rare Mock Leather Top Dipped Hem Dress, Bank Fashion ($29)
Sanaya Blush JustFab Heel, Heels.com ($49.99)
Le Club Metalic Clutch, Nine West ($49.99)
Swarovski Crystal Studs, Harrods ($82)
Bobbi Brown Lip Balm, Saks Fifth Avenue ($19)
Not every dress that graced the Oscars red carpet fits your taste (we can think of a few misses ourselves, ahem Melissa McCarthy…). Still, every dress has an attitude, a color theme, or a shape that can work for your wardrobe. Get inspired!