We are quite used to seeing celebrities sporting sparkling dresses on the red carpet and there is nothing out of the ordinary about designer dresses and diamonds. That said, we can still see the A-listers and designers working with them put really innovative ideas into their looks and set them apart from the celebrity crowd. From intricate optical illusions to cinematic references, the stars prove time and time again that they will never run out of ideas to wow their fans. Here are some of the most memorable red carpet looks of celebrities.
We love the creativity that found in these pics, so we’ve rounded up some of the most memorable red carpet looks here for you to enjoy together.
Z LaLa
Z LaLa, the singer famous for singing in 21 languages, is equally known for her unique style. She takes her outfit on the red carpet at the American Music Awards, for example: a dress with a slightly scary sea-themed dress definitely made her stand out. The octopus that envelops her whole body reminds us of both Ursula and an ocean queen.
Cardi B
Another stunning sea-inspired dress was seen on Cardi B when she hit the 2019 Grammys. A vintage Mugler couture dress resembling an oyster was accompanied by large pearl accessories on the rapper’s neck and hair for a dreamy and elegant look.
Billy Porter
Billy Porter’s appearance at the 2019 Met Gala was more of an artistic performance than a simple pose in front of the cameras in a designer dress. He was carried by 6 men, dressed in glittering golden accessories from head to toe (including a 24-karat gold headpiece) and also wearing 10-foot wings. Vogue called this “the most fabulous entry into the history of the Met Gala” and we couldn’t agree more.
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Christina Aguilera
Christina Aguilera’s dress couldn’t go unnoticed at the BAZAAR ICONS party when she arrived wearing a long white gown completely covered in feathers. Some diamond accessories together with red nails and high heels turned her red carpet outfit into a coherent fashion statement. The iconic singer had already worn something similar 15 years prior — back then her feathered dress was pink and much shorter. This shows how she’s changed while still being true to herself at heart, and we love that!
Kim Kardashian
This eye-catching outfit was seen on Kim Kardashian when she attended a party that celebrated the sale of the beauty brand Anastasia Beverly Hills. The star paired her money coat from Jeremy Scott’s collection with long matching pointed-toe boots, a pair of sunglasses, and a tiny sparkly golden bag with a dollar sign on it.
Ezra Miller
The outfit Ezra Miller chose to wear for the world premiere of Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald arguably stole the red carpet. The black puffer-coat dress looked stunning, and the actor seemed quite comfortable in it. Hopefully, the hotness can be attributed only to the look of the outfit, and not the actual feeling of wearing it.
Björk
Icelandic musician Björk surprised everyone during an Oscar ceremony when she arrived wearing a swan dress which has since become iconic. So much so, in fact, that it has its own Wikipedia page. In addition to just looking like a bird, the singer had a few eggs that she “laid” (simply left) on the red carpet as she walked it.
Lena Waithe
Lena Waithe’s outfit she wore for the 2018 Met Gala was more than a gown — it’s become a powerful message. The actress, producer, and screenwriter wore a blazer with a long Pride cape on top to be her true self on the red carpet. The rainbow colors flow onto the floor and create a massive train for an extra dramatic effect. This important message of representation combined with an overall stylish outfit had no other option but to become one of the main head-turners of the night.
Zoë Kravitz
The long blush-pink dress Zoë Kravitz wore to the Met Gala was a simple, yet extremely aesthetically pleasing gown that included a long train and lots of black ruffles underneath the skirt. The roses on the sleeves and bodice are real — they were treated in a special way and dyed black. The actress had a platinum blond short haircut that complimented the romantic vibe of the outfit like nothing else could.
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Zendaya
Zendaya recently attended the Ballon d’Or wearing a jaw-dropping black dress with a golden spine. The open-back outfit manages to be revealing and elegant at the same time, but even more than that — there’s also a reference to one of the villains from the new movie featuring the young actress, Spider-Man: No Way Home. As the fans were quick to point out, the dress refers to Dr. Otto Octavius because of the mechanical arms attached to his costume.
Gwendoline Christie
Gwendoline Christie’s gown at the Game of Thrones premiere in 2019 was so fabulous that people were convinced she looked like a goddess. The flowy dress by Iris van Herpen couture, with an abstract pattern, seemed to live a life of its own and looked like a flame with purple smoke around it when the actress raised her hands.
Joey King
Joey King attended the 77th Annual Golden Globe Awards in a dress made by Iris van Herpen as a part of their Hypnosis collection. The dress is indeed hypnotic and mesmerizing thanks to the optical illusions that you can see from all angles. Flowy and tender, the silhouette makes the young actress look like a work of art.
Rita Ora
Wearing a literal bathrobe and a towel on the red carpet and still looking stunning and stylish requires a lot of talent, and Rita Ora has proven she can easily pull that off. The outfit was complete with a pair of white sparkly high heels and $7.8 million worth of diamonds. This “chic meets comfort” outfit was definitely the star of the show.
Celine Dion
Celine Dion rocked this sheer dress when she attended an Iris Van Herpen haute couture fashion show in 2019. The gown has a 3D pattern that consists of wavy red strands which create the effect of an elaborate optical illusion and makes you wonder if you see the legendary singer in reality or is it all just a dream.
Rihanna
The dress Rihanna wore for the 2017 Met Gala immediately became the talk of the town. The jacquard florals created textured petals all over the asymmetrical dress. The curious silhouette paired with the thigh-high lace-up sandals would have been too much on anyone except the fearless RiRi, and that alone already deserves the highest level of admiration from us.
Solange Knowles
Another extravagant beyond real appearance at the Met Gala rightfully belongs to Solange Knowles. She wore a daring yet elegant Giles mini dress with lots of fabric on the sides that made it look almost as if she had wings. The gown did a great job at defining Solange’s hourglass figure even though it’s probably not very comfy. But hey, beauty comes at a price.
