The most popular pieces of jewellery overall
It probably comes as no surprise that 80% of all winners who attended the Oscars wore one or more pieces of jewellery, because, well who doesn’t love a little sparkle? However, after taking a closer look, data reveals some interesting trends around the types of jewellery chosen.
Shockingly, almost 70% (67.09%) of winners don’t wear a necklace, opting instead for a bare chest or a high neckline. In comparison, earrings are much more favoured, with just 33% not choosing to wear a pair. From the 158 winners who attended, just 20% didn’t wear any jewellery at all.
Jewellery Designer and Diamond Specialist Max Stone said:“It’s interesting that winning actresses choose not to wear necklaces, however with so much emphasis on their Oscars gowns, a statement piece could easily steal the attention, or potentially look too dramatic.
“Diamond drop earrings, however are classic, elegant, and add a subtle sparkle without being too over powering. It’s no surprise to see so many leading ladies opt for these at the Oscars ceremony.” Key trends by decade:
1930s: 97% of winners chose not to wear earrings, despite 69% wearing their hair up. Instead, pearl necklaces were a firm favourite, with 25% wearing a simple string.
1940s: This was the most popular decade for red lipstick, with 74% of winners wearing a powerful shade to complement their Hollywood smiles. Chokers were a key trend, with over one in four winners including Anne Baxter and Anne Revere wearing a fabric piece.
Hair pieces were also prominent in the 40’s, with Mary Astor opting for a laced veil, and Teresa Wright wearing a black hairpiece with pin curls.
1950’s: Sleek up-dos were the winning hairstyle in the 50’s, with 69% of all winners oozing elegance. Drop pearl earrings were the most worn accessory whilst pearl necklaces (31%) also made a comeback.
1960’s: Red no longer stole the hearts of Oscar winners, as during this decade 79% chose a shade of nude instead. Diamond necklaces also made their first winning appearance, as Julie Andrews broke new ground wearing a unique fringed piece.
1970’s: 82% of winners chose not to wear jewellery in the 70’s, keeping bling to a minimum, perhaps reflecting the era’s relaxed vibe. This was also the most popular decade for casual hairstyles, with the majority (88%) donning loose waves, and beautiful flowers in their hair.
1980’s: The perm was a huge trend in the 80’s, however only Gina Davis in 1989 was brave enough to rock the look at the Oscars. Whilst Davis wore a red lip, pink lipstick was worn by winners for the first time. However, despite this, nude still dominated by 63%.
Whilst necklaces were still the most unpopular accessory (63%), large chandelier and statement earrings were worn by 50% – including the queen of style statements, Cher.
1990’s: Statement earrings continued to be an Oscar winning trend as we moved into the 90’s. 90% wore earrings, 88% of which were drop style, and the rest were studs. Coloured gemstones began to pop up, too, with 35% of winners wearing stunning emeralds, rubies, and sapphires. Try Hatton Garden jewellers for more styling.
2000’s: Inspired by the hairstyles of our 50’s winners, up-dos made a comeback, with power players such as Julia Roberts, Renee Zellweger and Catherine Zeta Jones all keeping things tied up and sleek.
The no necklace trend continued with just four leading ladies wearing one in the entire decade. However, all of these were large diamond statement pieces, including Hillary Swank’s $250,000 Asprey and Garrard necklace in 2000.
2010’s: Earrings took the lead as the most popular accessory, with every winner of the decade wearing a pair. 75% were diamond, the majority of which were elegant drop style. The most expensive jewellery combination was worn by Cate Blanchett, who donned Chopard earrings, bracelet, and ring worth $18million.
