Oscars best dressed: Shirtless Timothée Chalamet and shiny Zendaya stun on the red carpet

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Before presenters even uttered, "And the Oscar goes to..." at Sunday night's Academy Awards ceremony, 12 celebrities won a place on USA TODAY's best-dressed list.

The red carpet in front of Los Angeles' Dolby Theatre – back to normal from last year's "teeny-tiny red carpet" – was far from a "Nightmare Alley." Stars sauntered in sequins, hoofed it in haute couture and posed in polished ensembles. It felt like they were ready to make a statement after years of award shows affected by the pandemic. Attendees were daring in their choice of color and cuts. One was so bold to leave his shirt at home – we're looking at you Timothée Chalamet!

For the best of the best, "Don't Look Up." Keep scrolling for the night's top looks served by both ladies and gents (in no particular order).

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Zoë Kravitz

There's something to be said for opting for a timeless look, and Kravitz, in a simple, strapless pastel column gown by Saint Laurent, is proof of that. We suggest changing the Bat-Signal to the Cat-Signal for the night.

Jessica Chastain

Chastain clearly wanted to shine like the star she is. "The Eyes of Tammy Faye" actress sparkled in an ombré Gucci gown that transitioned from copper (similar in hue to her fiery locks) to a glimmering lilac.

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Lupita Nyong'o

Nyong'o-h, my! The Oscar winner, who consistently impresses with her impeccable taste, stunned in a gilded Prada design with oversized fringe that added to the frock's fun factor.

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Nicole Kidman

Kidman played "I Love Lucy" star Lucille Ball in "Being the Ricardos," but her Armani Privé dress has us declaring, "We love Nicole!" The actress complemented the slate-blue design featuring a pointed, sculptural bodice and bedazzled train, with a red lip and icy diamond accessories.

Zendaya

Fashion enthusiasts no doubt felt a sense of "Euphoria" when Zendaya arrived in a silky, cropped, collared shirt paired with a full silver skirt from Valentino.

Timothée Chalamet

Dare to bare! Chalamet showed up to Hollywood's biggest night sans shirt. The "Dune" actor made up for the lack of a basic button-down by choosing a sequined, cropped jacket with lace trim by Louis Vuitton.

Mila Kunis

Kunis channeled Old Hollywood glam for the ceremony, selecting a belted, one-shoulder peach design by Zuhair Murad with flowing train.

Lily James

Oh, baby (pink)! James, star of Hulu's "Pam & Tommy," walked the carpet in a figure-hugging spaghetti strap Versace number with floral embroidery and high slit.

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Demi Singleton

Order on the tennis court! "King Richard" star Singleton surely caused quite the commotion on the red carpet in this gorgeous Miu Miu gown. The actress looked like absolute royalty thanks to a sleek up-do and bedazzled, strapless lavender dress.

Wesley Snipes

Shorts, but make them fashion! Snipes looked sleek and sophisticated in a monochromatic burgundy ensemble that was a fresh take on the typical tux. With shorts, knee-length tights and patent leather sneakers, the actor was a breath of fresh air in Givenchy.

Kodi Smit-McPhee

Smit-McPhee, star of "The Power of the Dog," rocked an incarnation of a powder-blue tuxedo that is actually breathtaking. The lines of the robin's-egg-blue look by Bottega Veneta and tailoring are perfection.

Saniyya Sidney

From the court to the carpet. "King Richard" star Saniyya Sidney's embellished, aqua Armani Privé gown was one to love.

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