Stars and Glitz: Famous Celebrity Jewellery
Kidman, Nicole

One of the most unforgettable red carpet events in Oscar history still is Nicole Kidman's appearance at the 1997 Academy Awards. A well chosen collection of jewelry including vintage Moghul Indian earrings and Martin Katz bracelets wonderfully matched her John Galliano outfit. Particularly the earrings, which highlighted ancient Indian designs carried out with extraordinary workmanship, showed respect for historical jewelry design. These elements taken together produced a look that blended Eastern ornamental ideas with Western high couture. The Martin Katz bracelets brought a contemporary element without sacrificing the ensemble's general grace. Every piece was chosen for its whole look as much as for its unique brilliance. Kidman's walking the red carpet caused dynamic events that photographers filmed from every angle as these jewelry pieces moved and caught the light. This look helped Kidman become known as a fashion star who knew how to accentuate rather than overwhelm her presence with jewelry.