The Best Red Carpet Looks of 2023
As we wave goodbye to 2023, let’s rewind and revisit the red-carpet moments that took our breath away. The glitz, the glamour, the sequins that outshone the stars… it was a year of bold styles and unforgettable silhouettes.
Nicole Kidman
Nicole Kidman looked better than ever at the 2023 Oscars red carpet. She donned a sleek Armani Privé—and TBH I just want to know how much those floral broqués weigh…
Margot Robbie
Hi, Barbie! Wherever Margot Robbie popped up this year, she did so in true Barbiecore style. She truly embodied Barbie on every Barbie-pink carpet in 2023 (and there were a lot; Barbie was busy).
Fran Drescher
Fran Drescher had a big year. From being the face (and, of course, the voice) of the actors’ strike to shimmering on the red carpet in a Naeem Khan gown, all eyes were on her in 2023.
Demi Moore
Demi Moore showed up to the CFDA Awards looking absolutely timeless in a little strapless number from Carolina Herrera’s spring/summer 2024 collection. Is this woman aging backward???
Taylor Swift at the Grammy's
Of course, Taylor Swift accomplished more this year than most of us have in our entire lives, and she broke records left and right—but just because her fashion is the least interesting thing about her doesn’t mean it didn’t get all of us talking. Every time this woman stepped out onto a red carpet (or the NYC streets, or a Kansas City Chiefs game…) all eyes were on her, and the Grammy’s were no exception. Taylor showed up dressed for revenge in Roberto Cavalli at the 65th Grammy Awards in February.
Paula Abdul
Paula Abdul showed up to the CMA red carpet shining just as bright as she always does. She was a vision of elegance in her sequin gown with a plunging neckline.
Cate Blanchett
No one commands a red carpet the way Cate Blanchett does. She chose an archival Louis Vuitton silk gown for the 95th Annual Academy Awards in March.
Angela Bassett
Angela Bassett attended the 95th Annual Academy Awards on March 12, 2023 in this vivid purple Moschino gown.
Naomi Campbell
Naomi Campbell always understands the assignment, and the 2023 Met Gala was no exception. She shined brighter than a diamond on the red carpet in a gown from Chanel’s spring/summer 2010 couture collection.
Cara Delevingne
Cara Delevingne donned a stunning red gown—pulled straight from Elie Saab’s fall/winter 2021 couture collection—to the 2023 Academy Awards.
Baz Luhrmann
Elvis director Baz Luhrmann graced the red carpet with his wife, Oscar-winning costume designer Catherine Martin—where she was nominated alongside her husband for the movie’s costume design. She made sure her family looked good (including their teenage daughter), donning her own designs for the special occasion.
Taylor Swift at Her Movie Premiere
There’s no question about it; 2023 was the year of Taylor Swift. Before being honored with the Time’s Person of the Year title, she attended the premiere of her Eras Tour concert film in a now-iconic embroidered, cutout floral Oscar de la Renta gown—in 1989 (Taylor’s Version) blue. Absolutely breathtaking. (Hey Taylor, your stylist deserves a big bonus just like you truck drivers got!)
Michelle Yeoh
This was Michelle Yeoh’s year. After starring in 2022’s biggest and best film, Everything Everywhere All at Once, she stole the show at the 95th Annual Academy Awards red carpet in Dior Couture. Her presence and grace shows all of us that it’s never too late to make your dreams come true.
Jack Harlow
Jack Harlow looked absolutely dapper at the red carpet for “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty” at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in May—you’d never know he was under the influence! He reportedly declined interviews on the carpet because he was “on shrooms.” At least he decided on an outfit before they took effect..!
Simone Ashley
Simone Ashley looked like a pop of summer at the Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic at Liberty State Park green carpet in June. In a sea of trendy, revealing red-carpet looks, the Bridgerton star showed you can look beautiful and timeless without showing too much skin.
Prince William and Kate Middleton
The royal couple showed up and showed out at the EE BAFTA Film Awards in February. Kate wore a one-shouldered white Alexander McQueen gown, black evening gloves, and earrings from—gasp—Zara. Relatable. (And who cares who/what Will wore?)
Kelsea Ballerini
Kelsea Ballerini is having a major moment—she broke up with Morgan Evans and country music this year, and she’s been thriving in her career and her new relationship with Chase Stokes. She looked absolutely stunning at the CMA red carpet and performing on stage.
Michael B. Jordan
Michael B. Jordan always looks dapper, but he looked particularly dashing in Louis Vuitton at this year’s Oscars red carpet and Vanity Fair after party.
Taylor Swift at the VMAs
Oops, she did it again. Taylor teased 1989 and reputation (Taylor’s Versions, of course) on the VMAs red carpet in September while making VMAs history by taking home a whopping NINE Moonmen. She makes it look so effortless (even though we know she’s never been a natural, all she does is try, try try.)
Viola Davis
Viola Davis always looks elegant, but the feathery Versace gown she donned on the Cannes Film Festival red carpet in May was one for the 2023 books.
Brandi Carlile
Who says you have to wear a big, fancy gown to a red carpet when you can dress in a sparkly suit like Brandi Carlile? She wowed in Versace at the 65th Grammy’s red carpet.
Tems
The Nigerian singer-songwriter had her “I’ve arrived” moment on the 95th Oscars red carpet. The moment marked the first time a Nigerian person has been nominated for an Oscar, and it won’t be a moment easily forgotten thanks to this now-viral Lever Couture gown!
Malala Yousafzai
She has a Nobel Peace Prize under her belt, and in 2023, Malala had her eye on adding an Academy Award for her 29-minute film, Stranger at the Gate. (What, like it’s hard?) She looked like a shiny trophy herself, donning the Oscars red carpet in a Ralph Lauren hooded gown.
Cardi B
The theme of this year’s Met Gala was “Karl Lagerfeld,” in honor of the event’s founder. Many tried to capture the legendary designer’s essence, but Cardi B hit the nail on the head with this one.
Taylor Swift and Beyonce
Taylor Swift might’ve been the first musician to turn her concert into a box-office hit, but she wasn’t the only one for long; Beyonce’s concert film, Renaissance, premiered in November, and Taylor Swift showed up to show her support—just like Beyonce did for her back in September. The joint effort sent a major message to the media: Successful women don’t have to be—and shouldn’t be—each other’s competition. And of course, they looked like a million billion bucks.
Pharrell
Pharrell exudes coolness everywhere he goes, and the Grammys red carpet in February was no exception. He donned a red leather Ernest W Baker tracksuit with Tiffany sunglasses.
