'We wanted to do something big': Cynthia Erivo's Oscars manicure was a tribute to Oz

Cynthia Erivo wore a "proper ode to Oz" on her nails at the Oscars on Sunday (02.03.25).

The 38-year-old actress - who was nominated for Best Actress in a Leading Role for her portrayal of Elphaba in 'Wicked' but lost out to 'Anora' star Mikey Madison - is known for her elaborate manicures and was determined to save the best until last.

Speaking outside Los Angeles' Dolby Theatre, she said on 'Live From E! The Oscars 2025 red carpet': “It takes a while and every time we do a carpet we do them over.

"This time we did a proper ode to Oz. The Emerald City, all the green and the gold and the guild.

“We knew this is the last one, so we wanted to do something big and special.”

Cynthia asked the camera to zoom in on her nails, which included a clock on one finger and an intricate gold design on another, as she praised her nail tech Mycah Dior.

She gushed: “She made it by hand. We try to go as hard as we can.”

Meanwhile, Cynthia opted for a custom dark green velvet Louis Vuitton ballgown with exaggerated hips, shoulders and a pointed collar, which she admitted was a nod to Elphaba's green, Oz, and old Hollywood.