Oscars fashion: Pink power on the red carpet

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Before the final winners of the Oscar statuettes were announced, the world's most famous red carpet was its own runway with the Hollywood glitterati showing off their looks.

And at this year's event, pink was a central theme, seen on the likes of Julia Roberts, Helen Mirren and Gemma Chan.

"Crazy Rich Asians" star Gemma Chan at the 91st Annual Academy Awards in Hollywood, California, February 24, 2019. /VCG Photo

Shades of pink were red hot on the red carpet.

"Crazy Rich Asians" star Gemma Chan stunned in a billowing sleeveless Valentino gown in a vibrant neon shade of pink with a high ruffled collar – and pockets.

Recent Grammy winner Kacey Musgraves also chose oversized ruffles in her princess-like Giambattista Valli, with two poofs of pink tulle at the shoulder and a skirt covered in layers of tulle in Barbie-doll pink.

Kacey Musgraves attends the 91st Annual Academy Awards in Hollywood, California, February 24, 2019. /VCG Photo

Angela Bassett was easy to spot in an electric pink gown by Reem Acra whose gargantuan bow at the shoulder was worthy in itself of an award.

Helen Mirren attends the 91st Annual Academy Awards in Hollywood, California, February 24, 2019. /VCG Photo

Actresses Linda Cardellini ("Green Book") and Helen Mirren both went for oodles of romantic pink tulle, too.

Sarah Paulson attends the 91st Annual Academy Awards in Hollywood, California, February 24, 2019. /VCG Photo

Even home organizing guru Marie Kondo – who sparks joy for millions – hit the red carpet in a joyful pink dress.

"The biggest thing tonight is pretty in pink," said celebrity stylist Sam Saboura, who noted the color made a splash at the recent spring shows in Paris.

Actress Kiki Layne arrives for the 91st Annual Academy Awards in Hollywood, California, February 24, 2019. /VCG Photo

"Another big, big trend is exaggerated volume, ruffles and feathers, ruffly feathery things," Saboura said.

Meagan Good attends the 91st Annual Academy Awards in Hollywood, California, February 24, 2019. /VCG Photo

And Julia Roberts, while closing out the Oscars ceremony in her flowy bright pink dress by Elie Saab, concluded the pink party for the event. Skipping the red carpet earlier, Roberts"served up a grand fashion finale that was worth the wait," wrote Vogue.

Julia Roberts speaks onstage during the 91st Annual Academy Awards at Dolby Theatre on February 24, 2019 in Hollywood, California. /VCG Photo

The Pantone Color Institute's 2018 "Color Trend Report" predicted that a pink tone stylishly named "Sweet Lilac," would be the color next season. It seems pink is already shining inside the fashion circle.

(With inputs from Reuters, AFP)