Laura Linney Oscar Fashion
At the 80th Academy Awards ceremony, actress Laura Linney wore a black strapless fishtail dress designed by Michael Kors.
Fast Facts
- Dress Design: Michael Kors
- Jewelry Design: Cathy Waterman
- Linney was nominated for "Best Actress" Oscar
- Ceremony Date: February 24, 2008
- Venue: Kodak Theatre
- Location: Los Angeles, California
- Broadcast on: ABC
Laura Linney Facts
- Birth Name: Laura Leggett Linney
- Born: February 5, 1964
- Birthplace: New York City
- Engaged to Marc Schauer
- Nominated for 3 Academy Awards
- Won 2 Emmy Awards
Background
Though critics were quick to point out Laura Linney's "safe" gown on the red carpet,1 they overall praised her fashion ensemble.
Fashion blog FabSugar stated that Linney looked "extremely elegant and classy,"1 while Slate Magazine columnist Amanda Fortini liked the "simple, severe cut" of the dress.2 People Magazine listed Linney as one of the best dressed nominees of the night.3
Linney was nominated for "Best Actress" for her role as Wendy Savage in The Savages. Marion Cotillard won the award during the ceremony.
Categories
