She was, nonetheless the living embodiment of one.

As perStyle Caster, The Great Gatsby actress paired her gown with a pair of glamorous Sophia Webster heels.

But it was Carey Mulligan’s two-piece bandeau top and skirt that took our breath away.

Carey Mulligan on Oscars red carpet

“Decadent and scrumptious, the Valentino Couture two-piece reimagines the line between classic sophistication and modern edginess.”

As for its price tag?

“I wouldn’t be surprised if this couture treasure rings in around $8,000,” Conroy guessed.

Carey Mulligan, Oscars 2021 best-dressed

This is a VICTORY dress" (viaTwitter).