The Oscars are known for many things, but one constant for the past 60 years has been the red carpet. Until this year, that is. The 95th Academy Awards, hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, will feature a champagne-colored carpet instead of the traditional red.
The decision to change the color of the carpet came from creative consultants Lisa Love and Ral Vila. Love is a longtime Vogue contributor, while Vila is the creative director for the Met Gala in New York. The red carpet has been a staple of the Oscars since 1961, but Love and Avila felt it was time for a change.
On Wednesday, outside the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, workers unspooled the champagne-colored carpet. The color of the carpet may be a departure from tradition, but it still adds to the glamor and glitz of the event. The change to the carpet may seem like a small detail, but it reflects a larger trend in the film industry.
The champagne-colored carpet is just one of many changes that have been made to the Oscars this year. In an effort to make the ceremony more inclusive and diverse, the Academy has made changes to its membership and voting processes. There is also a greater emphasis on sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of the event.
Despite all the changes, the Oscars remain a highlight of the awards season and a celebration of the best in film. The champagne-colored carpet may be a departure from tradition, but it is a reminder that the Oscars, like the film industry itself, are constantly evolving and adapting to new challenges and opportunities.