The article discusses the iconic red carpet at the Academy Awards, emphasizing its historical significance, dating back to the ancient Greeks in 458 B.C. Initially reserved for royalty, it gained popularity with American presidents in the 19th century and became a staple in Hollywood with the premiere of 'Robin Hood' in 1922. The event has since evolved into a major fashion moment, significantly popularized in the 1990s by Joan Rivers' famous question, "Who are you wearing?", defining its contemporary significance in fashion and celebrity culture.
I think it's the most important fashion moment, it's the original runway.
Historically, when you think about the red carpet, you know, it certainly dates back literally thousands of years.
Your mom revolutionized the red carpet; did she start 'Who are you wearing?'.
It didn't hit Hollywood until 1922 'Robin Hood' starring Douglas Fairbanks, the first film premiere to use a red carpet.
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