How Charlize Theron Found Her Stunning Oscar Night Jewels

How Charlize Theron Found Her Stunning Oscar Night Jewels

<cite class="credit">Photo: Courtesy of Bulgari / Charlize Theron</cite>
Photo: Courtesy of Bulgari / Charlize Theron
<cite class="credit">Photo: Courtesy of Bulgari / Charlize Theron</cite>
Photo: Courtesy of Bulgari / Charlize Theron
<cite class="credit">Photo: Courtesy of Bulgari / Charlize Theron</cite>
Photo: Courtesy of Bulgari / Charlize Theron
<cite class="credit">Photo: Courtesy of Bulgari / Charlize Theron</cite>
Photo: Courtesy of Bulgari / Charlize Theron
<cite class="credit">Photo: Courtesy of Bulgari / Charlize Theron</cite>
Photo: Courtesy of Bulgari / Charlize Theron
<cite class="credit">Photo: Courtesy of Bulgari / Charlize Theron</cite>
Photo: Courtesy of Bulgari / Charlize Theron
<cite class="credit">Photo: Courtesy of Bulgari / Charlize Theron</cite>
Photo: Courtesy of Bulgari / Charlize Theron
<cite class="credit">Photo: Courtesy of Bulgari / Charlize Theron</cite>
Photo: Courtesy of Bulgari / Charlize Theron
<cite class="credit">Photo: Courtesy of Bulgari / Charlize Theron</cite>
Photo: Courtesy of Bulgari / Charlize Theron

How does Hollywood royalty get ready for the Oscars? All it takes is a little preparation and a lot of jewelry. Academy Award winner Charlize Theron has been attending cinema’s biggest night since the mid-’90s, but she still manages to make each appearance feel new. At last night’s ceremony, Theron debuted a brunette bob and a sleek periwinkle gown from Dior that landed her on every best dressed list. However, the standout element of her ensemble was undoubtedly a white-gold double-wrap necklace from Bulgari featuring the iconic Serpenti design.

With over 75 carats and a playful snake motif, the piece stood out in a sea of conventional precious stones. Theron’s stylist Leslie Fremar had spent the past month searching for the perfect gems. “At first we had other ideas, but this came to life the moment we tried it on. It just worked—you have to trust your instinct,” shared Fremar after the ceremony. “With jewelry, it’s really trial and error. You have to see what works with the dress. Something can be beautiful but not work; sometimes it’s the wrong color metal or stone. I like to have my favorite pieces at the fitting so we can try them with the dress to make the final decision.”

With Bulgari creative director Lucia Silvestri, Fremar narrowed her choices down from a range of necklaces and bracelets until she found an ideal set. Though she started her search early, nothing could be finalized without the backless Maria Grazia-Chiuiri look which landed in Los Angeles on Monday. “Until the dress arrives, no decisions can be made,” said Fremar, who brought a selection of Bulgari pieces with her to the final fitting that afternoon. “The fact that the dress was completely covered and the Serpenti pieces were layered over the dress and not just on skin, made it feel fresh and modern.”

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<h1 class="title">Lady Gaga in Alexander McQueen and Tiffany & Co. jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Lady Gaga in Alexander McQueen and Tiffany & Co. jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez both in Tom Ford</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez both in Tom Ford

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<h1 class="title">Donna Jordan and Michael B. Jordan</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Donna Jordan and Michael B. Jordan

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<h1 class="title">Kiki Layne in Atelier Swarovski jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Kiki Layne in Atelier Swarovski jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Olivia Colman in custom Prada and Chopard jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Olivia Colman in custom Prada and Chopard jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Serena Williams in custom Armani Privé and Forevermark Diamonds jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Serena Williams in custom Armani Privé and Forevermark Diamonds jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Letitia Wright in Dior Haute Couture</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Letitia Wright in Dior Haute Couture

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<h1 class="title">Nathan Crowley</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Nathan Crowley

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<h1 class="title">Tyler Perry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Tyler Perry

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<h1 class="title">Christian Bale and Sibi Blazic</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Christian Bale and Sibi Blazic

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<h1 class="title">Dee Ocleppo and Tommy Hilfiger</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Dee Ocleppo and Tommy Hilfiger

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<h1 class="title">Sarah Kate Ellis</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Sarah Kate Ellis

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<h1 class="title">Pharrell Williams in Jacob & Co. jewelry and Helen Lasichanh</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Pharrell Williams in Jacob & Co. jewelry and Helen Lasichanh

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<h1 class="title">Chris Evans in custom Salvatore Ferragamo with Montblanc cufflinks</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Chris Evans in custom Salvatore Ferragamo with Montblanc cufflinks

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<h1 class="title">Krysten Ritter in Reem Acra</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Krysten Ritter in Reem Acra

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<h1 class="title">Paul Rudd</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Paul Rudd

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<h1 class="title">Annamarie Tendler and John Mulaney</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Annamarie Tendler and John Mulaney

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<h1 class="title">Amatus-Sami Karim in 69 and Mahershala Ali in Ermenegildo Zegna XXX and Cartier jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Amatus-Sami Karim in 69 and Mahershala Ali in Ermenegildo Zegna XXX and Cartier jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Danai Gurira in Brock Collection and Fred Leighton jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Danai Gurira in Brock Collection and Fred Leighton jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Queen Latifah in Chopard jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Queen Latifah in Chopard jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Holland Taylor</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Holland Taylor

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<h1 class="title">Neil Portnow</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Neil Portnow

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<h1 class="title">Chadwick Boseman</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Chadwick Boseman

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<h1 class="title">Jessica Oyelowo</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Jessica Oyelowo

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<h1 class="title">Sarah Paulson in Brandon Maxwell</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Sarah Paulson in Brandon Maxwell

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<h1 class="title">Adam Driver in Dior Men and Joanne Tucker in Narciso Rodriguez</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Adam Driver in Dior Men and Joanne Tucker in Narciso Rodriguez

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<h1 class="title">Rachel Weisz in Givenchy Couture and Cartier jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Rachel Weisz in Givenchy Couture and Cartier jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Lucy Boynton in Cartier jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Lucy Boynton in Cartier jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Rami Malek in Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Rami Malek in Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello

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<h1 class="title">Kelly Ripa</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Kelly Ripa

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<h1 class="title">Jason Momoa</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Jason Momoa

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<h1 class="title">Cicely Tyson</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Cicely Tyson

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<h1 class="title">Tessa Thompson in Chanel Couture, Chanel jewelry and Jimmy Choo heels</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Tessa Thompson in Chanel Couture, Chanel jewelry and Jimmy Choo heels

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<h1 class="title">Laura Dern</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Laura Dern

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<h1 class="title">Emma Stone in Louis Vuitton</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Emma Stone in Louis Vuitton

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<h1 class="title">Lisa Bonet in Mattia Cielo jewelry, Fernando Jorge jewelry and Jacquie Aiche jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Lisa Bonet in Mattia Cielo jewelry, Fernando Jorge jewelry and Jacquie Aiche jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Molly Sims in Zuhair Murad Couture</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Molly Sims in Zuhair Murad Couture

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<h1 class="title">Viggo Moretensen in Dior Men</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Viggo Moretensen in Dior Men

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<h1 class="title">Brie Larson in Celine by Hedi Slimane and Chanel jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Brie Larson in Celine by Hedi Slimane and Chanel jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Marianne Farley</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Marianne Farley

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<h1 class="title">Allison Janney in Pamella Roland and Chopard jewelry with a Roger Vivier bag</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Allison Janney in Pamella Roland and Chopard jewelry with a Roger Vivier bag

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<h1 class="title">Charlize Theron in Dior Haute Couture and Bulgari jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Charlize Theron in Dior Haute Couture and Bulgari jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Javier Bardem in Ermenegildo Zegna XXX</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Javier Bardem in Ermenegildo Zegna XXX

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<h1 class="title">Amy Adams in Cartier jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Amy Adams in Cartier jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Keegan-Michael Key and Elisa Pugliese</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Keegan-Michael Key and Elisa Pugliese

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<h1 class="title">Helen Mirren</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Helen Mirren

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<h1 class="title">Leslie Bibb in Armani</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Leslie Bibb in Armani

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<h1 class="title">Sam Rockwell in Armani</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Sam Rockwell in Armani

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<h1 class="title">Sam Elliott and Katharine Ross</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Sam Elliott and Katharine Ross

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<h1 class="title">Nicole Holofcener</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Nicole Holofcener

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<h1 class="title">David Oyelowo in custom Etro and Roger Vivier shoes</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

David Oyelowo in custom Etro and Roger Vivier shoes

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<h1 class="title">Stephan James in custom Etro with a Montblanc watch and cufflinks and a Swarovski pin and Shamier Anderson</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Stephan James in custom Etro with a Montblanc watch and cufflinks and a Swarovski pin and Shamier Anderson

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<h1 class="title">Amy Poehler in Alberta Ferretti Limited Edition</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Amy Poehler in Alberta Ferretti Limited Edition

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<h1 class="title">Tina Fey in custom Vera Wang</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Tina Fey in custom Vera Wang

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<h1 class="title">Jennifer Hudson in Elie Saab Couture and Nicholas Kirkwood shoes</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Jennifer Hudson in Elie Saab Couture and Nicholas Kirkwood shoes

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<h1 class="title">John Lewis</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

John Lewis

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<h1 class="title">Maya Rudolph</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Maya Rudolph

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<h1 class="title">Angela Bassett in custom Reem Acra</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Angela Bassett in custom Reem Acra

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<h1 class="title">Glenn Close in Carolina Herrera by Wes Gordon and Cartier jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Glenn Close in Carolina Herrera by Wes Gordon and Cartier jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Hannah Beachler</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Hannah Beachler

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<h1 class="title">Kacey Musgraves in Giambattista Valli Couture</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Kacey Musgraves in Giambattista Valli Couture

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<h1 class="title">Mary Zophres</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Mary Zophres

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<h1 class="title">Gemma Chan in Valentino Couture and Bulgari jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Gemma Chan in Valentino Couture and Bulgari jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Hirokazu Kore-eda</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Hirokazu Kore-eda

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<h1 class="title">Trevor Noah in Salvatore Ferragamo</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Trevor Noah in Salvatore Ferragamo

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<h1 class="title">James McAvoy in Prada</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

James McAvoy in Prada

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<h1 class="title">Sandy Powell</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Sandy Powell

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<h1 class="title">Henry Golding in Ralph Lauren</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Henry Golding in Ralph Lauren

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<h1 class="title">Melissa McCarthy in Forevermark Diamonds jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Melissa McCarthy in Forevermark Diamonds jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Regina King in Oscar de la Renta and Chopard jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Regina King in Oscar de la Renta and Chopard jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Gabriela Rodriguez in Soucy and Fred Leighton jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Gabriela Rodriguez in Soucy and Fred Leighton jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Lynette Howell Taylor</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Lynette Howell Taylor

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<h1 class="title">Linda Cardellini</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Linda Cardellini

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<h1 class="title">Pawel Pawlikowski in Dior Men and Malgosia Bela</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Pawel Pawlikowski in Dior Men and Malgosia Bela

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<h1 class="title">Octavia Spencer</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Octavia Spencer

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<h1 class="title">Mary H. Ellis</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Mary H. Ellis

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<h1 class="title">Mark Ronson in Chopard jewelry and Roger Vivier shoes</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Mark Ronson in Chopard jewelry and Roger Vivier shoes

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<h1 class="title">Rodrigo Sorogoyen and Marta Nieto</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Rodrigo Sorogoyen and Marta Nieto

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<h1 class="title">Eva Melander</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Eva Melander

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<h1 class="title">Diego Luna in Brunello Cucinelli</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Diego Luna in Brunello Cucinelli

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<h1 class="title">Awkwafina in Dsquared2 and Chopard jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Awkwafina in Dsquared2 and Chopard jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Yalitza Aparicio in Forevermark Diamonds jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Yalitza Aparicio in Forevermark Diamonds jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Elsie Fisher in Thom Browne</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Elsie Fisher in Thom Browne

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<h1 class="title">Michelle Yeoh in Elie Saab and Chopard jewelry with a Roger Vivier bag</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Michelle Yeoh in Elie Saab and Chopard jewelry with a Roger Vivier bag

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<h1 class="title">Tom Morello</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Tom Morello

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<h1 class="title">Marina de Tavira</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Marina de Tavira

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<h1 class="title">Adam Lambert</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Adam Lambert

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<h1 class="title">Fatma El Remaihi</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Fatma El Remaihi

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<h1 class="title">Laura Harrier in Louis Vuitton and Bulgari jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Laura Harrier in Louis Vuitton and Bulgari jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Ceci Dempsey</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Ceci Dempsey

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<h1 class="title">Spike Lee with a Jaeger-LeCoultre watch</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Spike Lee with a Jaeger-LeCoultre watch

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<h1 class="title">Amandla Stenberg in Miu Miu and Forevermark Diamonds jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Amandla Stenberg in Miu Miu and Forevermark Diamonds jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Emilia Clarke in Balmain</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Emilia Clarke in Balmain

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<h1 class="title">Deborah Davis</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Deborah Davis

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<h1 class="title">Diane Warren</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Diane Warren

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<h1 class="title">Ashley Graham in Zac Posen</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Ashley Graham in Zac Posen

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<h1 class="title">Elaine Welteroth in Hueb jewelry, Le Vian jewelry, and Kallati jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Elaine Welteroth in Hueb jewelry, Le Vian jewelry, and Kallati jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Billy Porter</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Billy Porter

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<h1 class="title">Constance Wu in custom Versace and Atelier Swarovski jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Constance Wu in custom Versace and Atelier Swarovski jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Marie Kondo</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Marie Kondo

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<h1 class="title">Meagan Good in Georges Chakra</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Meagan Good in Georges Chakra

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<h1 class="title">Marielle Heller and Jorma Taccone</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Marielle Heller and Jorma Taccone

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<h1 class="title">Giada Colagrande and Willem Dafoe in Prada</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Giada Colagrande and Willem Dafoe in Prada

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<h1 class="title">Christine Lahti in Romona Keveža and Hearts On Fire jewelry</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Christine Lahti in Romona Keveža and Hearts On Fire jewelry

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<h1 class="title">Richard E. Grant in Brunello Cucinelli</h1><cite class="credit">Photo: Getty Images</cite>

Richard E. Grant in Brunello Cucinelli

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