Drew Barrymore Reflects on Her First Oscars Look
Drew Barrymore, renowned actress and television personality, recently revisited the memories of her early career, specifically focusing on her debut at the Academy Awards.
In a recent episode of her show, “The Drew Barrymore Show”, Barrymore discussed her first Oscars dress with her guests, Ross Mathews and acclaimed fashion designer Christian Siriano.
Drew Barrymore’s Iconic 1982 Oscars Dress
One of Siriano’s favorite Oscars looks, he reminisced about Barrymore’s 1982 pink tulle gown. Paired with a pearl necklace and a white faux fur stole, she had worn this dress to the Oscars following her breakout role as Gertie in E.T.
Transporting the audience back to the Oscars of 1982, Siriano introduced Barrymore’s throwback moment with fond nostalgia. He commented, “Drew is arriving at the Oscars in her little imitation fur but with the biggest pearls, and I’m like, ‘Are those real, girl? ‘I mean, wow.’”
Behind The Scenes Of The Iconic Dress
On the mention of this memorable moment, Barrymore began sharing the story behind her dress, expressing the significance of the outfit to her.
Barrymore recollected, “My mother was a single working mother. We didn’t make much money off E.T., scarcely any, it was 1982, and I was, you know, a child…We purchased it off the rack, and that was the look.”
Her anecdote was followed by Mathews, judge on RuPaul’s Drag Race, stating, “And now it’s iconic.”
A Lifelong Love for Fashion
Barrymore, on the occasion of the relaunch of People StyleWatch as a digital edition, looked back at her two decades of stunning ensembles. She acknowledged her love for fashion, which originated from her childhood spent on film sets. There, she had learned from costume experts about the art of making clothes look beautiful.
The actress shared, “I grew up in tailoring houses, watching how people cut things, tailor them, and change them based on what was appropriate for that decade or what was better for that person’s body type. It’s an education by which I live.”
Barrymore’s Fashion Advice
Drew Barrymore’s best advice, regardless of the trends, is to choose designs and silhouettes that resonate with one’s authenticity.
She advised, “Don’t get stuck; do what works best for you and your body, and set your own rules. Because, ultimately, you’re distracted if you’re not comfortable. You want to feel liberated and powerful.”
This trip down memory lane brings to light Barrymore’s love for fashion and her insightful approach towards it. It further underlines the significance of choosing comfort and authenticity in the world of fashion.