Best red carpet dresses of the decade

Discover the most iconic and memorable red carpet dresses of the past decade. This selection features the fashion moments that defined an era, from Lady Gaga's daring ensembles to the elegant haute couture designs worn by stars like Jennifer Lawrence and Lupita Nyong'o. Explore the trends, designers, and celebrities who left an indelible mark on red carpet fashion. Relive the looks that captured global attention and became conversation starters, influencing style and popular culture.

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    Tyla's Dress (Balmain) (2024)

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    • Strapless design with mermaid train

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    Tyla's dress at the MET Gala 2024 was a work of art, covered with sand and micro-crystals, crafted like a plaster sculpture. It adhered to the dress code in an innovative and artistic way, becoming one of the most viral and spectacular moments.

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    Alicia Vikander's Dress (Louis Vuitton) - Academy Awards 2016

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    • Princess silhouette gown

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    This butter-yellow dress became a benchmark for elegance and modernity, being one of the most photographed and talked-about looks of the season. Its impact inspired subsequent bridal and red carpet designs, cementing its place in fashion history.

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    Emma Stone's Dress (Givenchy Couture by Riccardo Tisci) - Academy Awards 2017

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    • Retro themed gold dress

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    Emma Stone wore this draped and embroidered design when collecting her Oscar for 'La La Land', cementing her status as a style icon. It was one of the most admired dresses of the night, noted for its craftsmanship and elegance.

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    Chloé Zhao's Dress (Hermès) - Academy Awards 2021

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    • Quietly elegant design

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    Chloé Zhao made history by winning the Oscar for Best Director, and her choice of a delicate Hermès dress reflected her personal style. This look became a memorable moment in Oscar history, symbolizing a milestone for women directors.

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    Zendaya's Dress (John Galliano for Maison Margiela) (2024)

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    • Ocean blue gown with matching dramatic headpiece

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    Zendaya wowed at the MET Gala 2024 with this stunning corseted mermaid-cut dress, replicating a historical Dior design. She demonstrated her power in the fashion industry and her ability to revive archival designs with undeniable visual impact.

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    Zendaya in Alexander McQueen for Givenchy Couture (Met Gala 2025)

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    • Jaw-dropping red carpet looks

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    This second look from Zendaya at the MET Gala 2024 cemented her dominance, showcasing a valuable archival piece and a complete styling. The corseted dress with a train and a large floral headdress generated a massive visual impact.

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    Emma Stone's Dress (Louis Vuitton) - Golden Globes 2026

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    • Worn at the 2026 Academy Awards

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    Emma Stone opted for a sophisticated and minimalist look at the Golden Globes 2026 with this custom-made Louis Vuitton dress. Her choice redefined industry rules on the red carpet, showing that elegance can be subtle and powerful.

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    Julia Roberts in Giorgio Armani (Golden Globes 2026)

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    • Features a simple black silk-velvet dress

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    Julia Roberts dazzled at the Golden Globes 2026 in a sober black Giorgio Armani dress, featuring a plunging neckline. Her choice of a classic and elegant design positioned her as one of the best-dressed of the night, demonstrating the timelessness of Armani style.

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    Amanda Seyfried's Atelier Versace dress (Golden Globes 2026)

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    • Custom white strapless sweetheart gown

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    Amanda Seyfried wore one of the most outstanding Haute Couture creations at the Golden Globes 2026, a white Versace dress with a spectacular stole. Its craftsmanship, which took 400 hours, showcased the artisanal effort and extravagance of the season, capturing all eyes.

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    Rose Byrne's Black Dress (Oscar 2026)

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    • Features blooming three-dimensional flowers embroidered along bodice and hem

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    Rose Byrne wore a very elegant black Dior dress at the Academy Awards 2026, with a strapless sweetheart neckline and floral embroidery. Her look was impeccable, cared for down to the smallest detail, from her updo to her red lips and choker, creating an image of total sophistication.

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    Jessie Buckley in Custom Chanel (Oscars 2026)

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    • Wears custom Chanel

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    Jessie Buckley stood out for her originality at the Academy Awards 2026 with a bicolor dress in red and pink by Chanel, an unusual mix. Her custom-made design, inspired by Grace Kelly, and complemented with High Jewelry, made her shine with a unique and bold style.

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    Emma Stone's silver dress with emphasized shoulders (Oscars 2026)

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    • Captivated all eyes on the red carpet

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    Emma Stone wore a Louis Vuitton dress at the Academy Awards 2026 that took 600 hours to craft, featuring raised shoulders and an open back. Her shiny and elegant look, with a minimalist silhouette and 90s touches, made her appear supremely sophisticated and memorable.

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    Kate Hudson in Giorgio Armani Privé (Oscars 2026)

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    • Brought signature glamour to the red carpet

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    Kate Hudson was one of the big favorites of the night at the Academy Awards 2026, wearing a sequined dress with a peplum-cut bodice by Giorgio Armani Privé. Her peplum style was a success, demonstrating how a classic silhouette can be reinvented with glamour and sophistication.

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    Gwyneth Paltrow's Giorgio Armani Privé ivory silk gown with cutout slits and sheer embellished trousers (98th Academy Awards 2026)

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    • Features subtle side cutouts

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    Gwyneth Paltrow opted for a minimalist but striking design at the Academy Awards 2026, a strapless ivory silk dress by Giorgio Armani Privé. Its side slits, revealing tulle pants adorned with crystals, created a unique and sophisticated look, with a brilliant and polished finish.

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    Anne Hathaway's Dress (Valentino) - Academy Awards 2026

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    • Wears a romantically floral Valentino gown

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    Anne Hathaway wore an impeccable and elegant black Valentino dress at the Academy Awards 2026, with pink embroidered flowers and long gloves. Her look evoked the classic Old Hollywood aesthetic with an oriental touch in the embroidery, cementing her as a timeless style icon.

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    Nicole Kidman's Chanel Feathered, Crystal-Embellished Gown (2026 Oscars)

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    • Stylish single era continues

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    Nicole Kidman stood out at the Academy Awards 2026 with an incredible Chanel ensemble where feathers were the protagonists of the night. Her look was a bold and sophisticated fashion statement, showing how this element can elevate a design to the memorable category.

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    Elle Fanning's Givenchy Dress (2026)

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    • Sparkling white ball gown

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    Elle Fanning wore a dreamy white Givenchy dress at the Academy Awards 2026, with tulle and romantic jewel applications. She looked like a fairy-tale princess, with a fitted sweetheart neckline and a wide tulle skirt, creating an ethereal and memorable look.

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    Demi Moore - Gucci dress with iridescent black and green feathers (Oscars 2026)

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    • Stunning custom Gucci gown

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    Demi Moore wore what was considered the most spectacular dress of the night at the Academy Awards 2026, a feathered Gucci design with a strapless sweetheart neckline and a train. Although it generated debate due to its volume, its visual impact was undeniable, making it a bold and memorable look.

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    Elle Fanning's Dress (Ralph Lauren) - Critics Choice Awards 2026

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    • Brought early 2000s glamour

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    Elle Fanning impressed at the Critics Choice Awards 2026 with a dazzling golden sequined Ralph Lauren dress. This look stood out for its sparkle and elegance, setting a high bar for awards season and cementing Fanning as a style figure to watch.