Oscars best dressed: Scarlett Johansson, Janelle Monae and Saoirse Ronan among top looks on red carpet

Members of Hollywood's elite stunned as they arrived at the Academy Awards

While the main focus of the Academy Awards is to celebrate the greatest talents in the world of cinema, it also provides guests with the opportunity to showcase their sartorial prowess.

Every year, guests at the Oscars grace the red carpet donning designs by some of the most sought-after designers in the fashion industry.

And Sunday evening's awards ceremony was no different, with nominees including Scarlett Johansson, Margot Robbie and Charlize Theron wearing dazzling ensembles at the glamorous affair.

The Independent kept up to date with all the A-listers as they made their highly-anticipated arrivals at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California.

To take a look at all the best-dressed stars who attended this year’s Academy Awards, click through the gallery above.

Throughout the 91-year history of the Oscars, many of Hollywood’s acting elite have graced the red carpet wearing unforgettable ensembles.

From Audrey Hepburn’s elegant white lace dress to the floral Elie Saab design worn by Halle Berry the year she won Best Actress, click here to see some of the most iconic Oscars dresses of all time.

To take a look at the best-dressed men ever to attend the awards ceremony, from Mahershala Ali to Timothée Chalamet, click here.

To check out all of The Independent‘s Oscars coverage, click here.