Oscar fashion

Michael Haase works on the hair of model Taylor Reynolds.  (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)

Fashion coordinator Patty Fox dicusses some of the gowns at the show. “Oscar’s red carpet has become the largest fashion show in the world, and over the years several actresses have become collaborative partners and creative muses to top designers,” she said.  (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)

A red off-the-shoulder gown was among those at the preview.  (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)

A pink and silver sequined creation by Elie Saab was described by show officials as “Halle style,” for best actress winner Halle Berry.  (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)

Some of the jewelry featured at the show.  (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)

Model Rochelle Ovitt, left, wears a lemon gown by Ella Zahlan and a necklace and bird ring by Munnu.  (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)

A gown by Armani.  (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)

These two gowns by Lloyd Klein were described as “Hilary style,” for actress Hilary Swank.  (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)