5 Red Carpet Looks That Quite Literally Made Headlines in 2025

These jaw-dropping displays sent fashion fans into a frenzy.

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Pinpointing our favorite red carpet looks of 2025 is a near-impossible task.

However, curating a list of moments that commanded our—and the rest of the fashion world’s—attention is a challenge that we happily accepted. Therefore, before the start of 2026, relive some of the most head-turning styles that were certified standouts from the calendar year, quite literally making headlines.

Margot Robbie for the A Big Bold Beautiful Journey premiere

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Robbie donned this sheer, Armani Privé gown in London when she hit the red carpet for the premiere of her film, A Big Bold Beautiful Journey, in which she stars as its leading lady. Vogue called the ensemble a “Mic drop,” and we couldn’t agree more, as the actress put her stamp of approval on the “naked dress” trend, which was also sported by Dakota Johnson the same month.

Zoë Kravitz for the Vanity Fair Oscar Party

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Kravitz’s Saint Laurent long-sleeve gown with a unique cutout in the back made headlines when she wore the ensemble at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in March. And after she posted the look to Instagram, fellow celebs swooned, with Tracee Ellis Ross penning a trio of heart-eyed emojis and her Big Little Lies co-star, Shailene Woodley, simply stating, “yes.”

Kim Kardashian for the Academy Museum Gala

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Even though you couldn’t see the All’s Fair actress’s face in this beige Maison Margiela ensemble, the mother of four told Variety that she had “full hair and makeup” done underneath the monochromatic creation. “I ate before [putting on the look], to make sure I was okay,” she continued to tell the publication while on the carpet.

Sydney Sweeney forVariety Power of Women

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Sweeney was an honoree at Variety’s 2025 Power of Women event on October 29, and donned this metallic, figure-hugging gown from Christian Cowan x Elias Matso for the occasion. On location, the 28-year-old actress also styled a chin-length haircut, which she debuted just days prior while promoting her film Christy in Los Angeles.

Rihanna for the Met Gala

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Announcing a pregnancy at the Met Gala is nothing short of iconic, and that’s just what Rihanna did back in May. Dressed in Marc Jacobs for the yearly event—which paid homage to its 2025 themeSuperfine: Tailoring Black Style—the Fenty Beauty founder showcased her baby bump. The outing confirmed her third child with her beau, A$AP Rocky, who co-chaired the New York City gala.

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