The Film Independent Spirit Awards showcased a dazzling array of fashion, with the red carpet exuding a fresh and youthful vibe that set it apart from the more traditional and formal atmospheres of events like the Oscars. Here are our seven favorite looks from the event, highlighting the best-dressed stars who brought their unique style to the spotlight:
1. Emma Stone in Monique Lhuillier
Actress Emma Stone wearing a Monique Lhuillier guipure lace textured A-line dress (Credit: FayesVision / WENN / Nicky Nelson / Michael Wright / Josiah True)
The 26-year-old was a breath of fresh air in her Monique Lhuillier guipure lace textured A-line dress featuring cut-out sides and a breezy floral cut-out pattern. Nothing else could give this a more elegant vibe than her Christian Louboutin “So Kate” pumps in black patent.
Emma Stone’s makeup featured a subtle smoky eye and a soft pink lip, perfectly complementing her red hair, which was styled in loose waves at the 2015 Film Independent Spirit Awards at Santa Monica Beach on February 21, 2015, in Santa Monica, California (Credit: FayesVision / WENN / Nicky Nelson / Michael Wright / Josiah True)
2. Emmy Rossum in Oscar de la Renta
Her Oscar de la Renta sheer embroidered dress is just the thing to keep a girl looking and feeling feminine. Emmy Rossum teamed it up with Christian Louboutin’s “Iriza” pumps and an “Aida” clutch from the same French designer.
Emmy Rossum dazzles in an Oscar de la Renta sheer embroidered dress paired with Christian Louboutin “Iriza” pumps and a chic “Aida” clutch at the 2015 Film Independent Spirit Awards (Credit: FayesVision / WENN / Nicky Nelson / Michael Wright / Josiah True)
3. Cate Blanchett in Schiaparelli
The 45-year-old was stunning in her heart-printed Schiaparelli dress with a flared hem. Her styling was also faultless. She kept it simple with a classic pair of Brian Atwood heels.
Cate Blanchett stuns in a heart-printed Schiaparelli dress with a flared hem paired with classic Brian Atwood heels at the 2015 Film Independent Spirit Awards (Credit: FayesVision / WENN / Nicky Nelson / Michael Wright / Josiah True)
4. Jena Malone in Ulyana Sergeenko
The ‘Hunger Games’ actress channeled her inner Harley Quinn in a Ulyana Sergeenko Spring 2015 Couture dress. It’s not for the faint of heart, but Jena pulled it off.
Jena Malone channels her inner Harley Quinn in a bold Ulyana Sergeenko Spring 2015 Couture dress paired with sleek black heels at the 2015 Film Independent Spirit Awards (Credit: FayesVision / WENN / Nicky Nelson / Michael Wright / Josiah True)
5. Kristina Bazan in Breezy Lace Dress
We love the blogger/model’s breezy lace dress and wouldn’t mind wearing it for spring. The pops of red in this look also worked wonders.
Kristina Bazan looks radiant in a breezy lace dress, complemented by white strappy heels and a bold red clutch at the 2015 Film Independent Spirit Awards (Credit: FayesVision / WENN / Nicky Nelson / Michael Wright / Josiah True)
Kristina Bazan styled her hair in loose waves, giving a natural and effortless look (Credit: FayesVision / WENN / Nicky Nelson / Michael Wright / Josiah True)
6. Gillian Jacobs in Preen
The 32-year-old actress looked stunning in her printed Preen dress. We also love the gorgeous red pumps she wore to the event.
Gillian Jacobs stuns in a vibrant printed Preen dress, paired perfectly with striking red pumps, at the 2015 Film Independent Spirit Awards (Credit: FayesVision / WENN / Nicky Nelson / Michael Wright / Josiah True)
7. Stana Katic in Chloe
Perhaps the most out-of-the-ordinary dress for the night was Stana Katic’s Chloe dress, which has a shapeless, slip-style silhouette and interesting feather detail in the front. She accessorized with black Saint Laurent heels, earrings, and a cuff from Jennifer Fisher.
Stana Katic captivates in a unique Chloe dress featuring a shapeless slip-style silhouette with intricate feather detailing, accessorized with black Saint Laurent heels and a statement gold cuff at the 2015 Film Independent Spirit Awards (Credit: FayesVision / WENN / Nicky Nelson / Michael Wright / Josiah True)
Do you agree with our picks? Who do you think was the best dressed of the evening?