Emma Stone's Wardrobe Mishap at the Oscars: Handling a Fashion Fiasco

Emma Stone, who won the Oscar for Best Actress for her role in “Poor Things,” faced a fashion mishap right before she went up on stage to receive her award.

As she made her way to accept the Academy Award, Stone seemed to whisper, “My dress is broken,” hinting at a wardrobe malfunction. When she took the stage, she started her acceptance speech by addressing the issue, which seemed to be a broken zipper or seam on the back of her Louis Vuitton dress.

She mentioned that she believes it occurred while watching "I'm Just Ken," where Ryan Gosling sang his song from the "Barbie" movie. And of course, she must have also tried out some dance moves because dancing with Gosling is hard to resist.

"Don't look at the back of my dress," Stone said in closing her acceptance speech — a noble plea, but one likely to have drawn further attention to the un-seamly issue at hand.

Stone ended her acceptance speech with a request, "Please don't look at the back of my dress." While her intention was noble, it may have unintentionally brought more attention to the issue at hand.

Stone shared with reporters backstage that she was impressed by Gosling's performance and was in awe of his talent. She mentioned that his number had truly impressed her.

She also mentioned that she was grateful for the team's effort in sewing her back into her outfit, which she found to be wonderful.

Stone, who has now won two Oscars, impressed everyone on the red carpet at the Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre. She wore a custom strapless Vuitton outfit, designed with a flared peplum waist and shell-like detailing. Stone's stunning look was put together by the talented fashion and celebrity stylist, Petra Flannery.

Zendaya arrives at the 96th Academy Awards in Los Angeles, on March 10.

Zendaya arrives at the 96th Academy Awards in Los Angeles, on March 10.

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Stone clinched her first Oscar in 2017 for her performance in "La La Land," a movie where she starred alongside Gosling. During Gosling's "I'm Just Ken" segment at the event, the duo even shared the microphone for a few lines.

In the Best Actress category this year, Stone competed against Lily Gladstone from "Killers of the Flower Moon," Annette Bening from "Nyad," Carey Mulligan from "Maestro," and Sandra Hüller from "Anatomy of a Fall."

Stone is not the only one who has experienced fashion mishaps at the Oscars. In a 2022 interview with Harper’s Bazaar, Charlize Theron shared a memorable moment from the 2000 Oscars. She revealed that the ruched back seams of her Vera Wang gown ripped as she took her seat, causing her whole butt to be exposed when she stood up for a standing ovation.

Another actor, Jenny Slate, also faced a wardrobe malfunction at last year's Oscars. During an interview with Jimmy Kimmel, she mentioned how she had to "waddle" on-stage with her co-stars from "Everything Everywhere All at Once" to hide a ripped seam on her Thom Browne gown. And who can forget Jennifer Lawrence's infamous tumble at the 2013 Oscars? While accepting her Oscar for Best Actress, she tripped on the hemline of her cascading Dior Haute Couture gown.

Lawrence, along with the other former winners, helped usher Stone off-stage.

Editor's P/S:

Emma Stone's wardrobe malfunction at the Oscars was a hilarious and relatable moment that added a touch of levity to the glamorous event. Her quick wit and ability to laugh at herself made the situation even more endearing. It's a reminder that even the most celebrated stars are human and subject to the occasional mishap.

Stone's experience also highlights the pressure and scrutiny that celebrities face on the red carpet. Fashion mishaps can be embarrassing and distracting, but they can also be an opportunity for the wearer to show their grace and humor. Stone handled the situation with poise and charm, proving that even in the face of adversity, she can shine. are willing to help.