Oscar de la Renta & his unforgettable red carpet creations
From first ladies to Hollywood royalty, Oscar de la Renta, who passed away at the age of 82 in October 2014, was the go-to designer for exquisite, show-stopping and unforgettable gowns. We remember the fashion designer's most memorable red carpet creations of recent times.
Picture editor: Sandra Waibl
PA PhotosSarah Jessica Parker
The Oscar de la Renta gown that SJP wore to the Met Gala in May 2014 literally oozed drama and decadence...
PA PhotosSarah Jessica Parker
... Not to mention unforgettable craftsmanship. This is a statement gown of Hollywood proportions, something Mr de la Renta was renowned for.
PA PhotosEmma Watson
Emma Watson chose a demure Oscar creation for a film premiere earlier in 2014. Simple clean fluid lines make this gown a real red-carpet winner.
Rex FeaturesAmy Adams
For the 2013 Oscars red carpet, Amy Adams stole the show in this delicate frothy powder blue gown. Exquisite from every angle and oh-so elegant.
Rex FeaturesAnne Hathaway
At the Critics' Choice Movie Awards in 2013, Anne Hathaway's heavy ornate gown was a classic Oscar design - elegant, chic and with handiwork that is unrivalled.
Rex FeaturesAnne Hathaway
Back in 2008, Anne turned to Oscar again for the LA premiere of her latest movie, Rachel Getting Married. It might have a higher hemline than most of Oscar's gowns but the drama factor is no less forthcoming.
Rex FeaturesCameron Diaz
An embellished, sequin strewn gold dress is the ultimate choice for one of Hollywood's golden girls. Cameron Diaz was born to wear Oscar de la Renta.
Rex FeaturesBlake Lively
Beautiful Blake Lively is a huge fan of Oscar de la Renta's feminine gowns and this blush creation, complete with bright red waist tie, was a winning look for The Private Lives of Pippa Lee red carpet in Berlin.
Rex FeaturesFreida Pinto
Intricate handiwork combined with a gift for hard-to-replicate tailoring skills, are just two reasons why Oscar de la Renta was such a successful designer. Freida Pinto looks magnificent in this exotic gown.
Rex FeaturesHalle Berry
Fit for a princess, a Hollywood princess. Halle Berry's white column gown with fine detailing is nothing short of spectacular.
Rex FeaturesJessica Chastain
Bold, bright and utterly beautiful, Jessica Chastain's full-skirted gown with nature intarsia is a striking choice for her turn on the red carpet.
Rex FeaturesKristen Stewart
Even tomboy K-Stew couldn't resist the charms of an Oscar de la Renta creation. This chiffon gown with black beaded overlay is the perfect choice for the Twilight star.
PA PhotosLea Michele
This is the kind of dress every little girl dreams of... and, of course, the master behind the blush fishtail ruffle-heavy design is Mr de la Renta.
Rex FeaturesNicole Kidman
As well as sugary, girly confections, Oscar also turned his hand to sexy and super seductive creations, like this nude column with black beaded overlay worn by Nicole Kidman.
Rex FeaturesTaylor Swift
Completely showstopping. Completely Oscar de la Renta.
Rex FeaturesSandra Bullock
At the 2004 Oscars, Sandra Bullock turned heads in a tiered white feather design from the legendary designer.
Rex FeaturesSarah Jessica Parker
In her Sex and the City heyday, SJP often turned to Oscar to dress her for the red carpet - and it's not hard to see why.
Getty ImagesAudrey Hepburn
Back in 1988, Oscar poses with silver screen legend Audrey Hepburn, another fan of his truly remarkable designs that now have their place in fashion history.
