What a year. A LOT has happened over the last 12 months (to put it lightly) and, for many, red carpet fashion has been an escape of sorts.
Whether it was the hotly-anticipated return of the Met Gala, or seeing your favourite celebrities step out at the Grammys wearing fresh designer looks, being able to collectively swoon over fantastical gowns and celebrate boundary-pushing outfits is something we’ve been thankful for.
Scroll through to see the best red carpet style moments of 2021.
Best red carpet fashion of 2021: Zendaya
To kick off the list, remember when Zendaya SHUT DOWN the Oscars in this stunning glow-in-the-dark Valentino Couture dress? Yep, Twitter absolutely lost it and, to be honest, we’re still not over it.
Best red carpet fashion of 2021: Kim Kardashian
Ah yes, Kim Kardashian’s Dementor-esque Balenciaga Met Gala look – AKA the outfit that sparked a thousand (glorious) memes. Granted, it might not be for everyone but it definitely gave us something to talk about and, well, you can’t accuse Kim of not taking fashion risks.
Best red carpet fashion of 2021: Kate Middleton
Yessss. Kate Middleton’s glittery gold No Time To Die dress, designed by Jenny Packham, still lives rent-free in our heads.
Best red carpet fashion of 2021: Harry Styles
Harry Styles wore not one but three feather boa-adorned outfits at the Grammys, and we fell in love with him all over again.
Best red carpet fashion of 2021: Bella Hadid
Bella Hadid made alllll the headlines in this daring Schiaparelli lung dress at Cannes. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: We👏 stan 👏 a👏 bold👏 look.
Best red carpet fashion of 2021: Cardi B
…. Speaking of which – Cardi B’s red feather and sequin Mugler situation remains downright iconic.
Best red carpet fashion of 2021: Megan Fox
Ah yes, Megan Fox’s fearless Mugler naked dress, worn to the MTV VMAs, took our breath away and has earned the title of one of our favourite naked dresses ever.
Best red carpet fashion of 2021: Lil Nas X
Lil Nas X has had many memorable fashion moments this year (remember his Lady Gaga-worthy multiple outfit changes on the stairs of The Met?). Well, this embellished Versace lilac off-the-shoulder trouser suit turned dress, worn to the VMAs, takes the cake.
Best red carpet fashion of 2021: Billie Eilish
Billie Eilish practically broke the internet when she rocked up at the Met Gala wearing this heavenly Oscar de la Renta princess gown – a marked departure from the artist’s signature red carpet aesthetic, consisting of printed, relaxed co-ords.
Best red carpet fashion of 2021: Dua Lipa
Of course, no wrap-up of iconic 2021 fashion moments would be complete without Dua Lipa and her incredible Y2K-inspired wardrobe. This butterfly Versace naked dress served sexy nostalgic goodness in equal parts at the Grammys.
Best red carpet fashion of 2021: Lady Gaga
For her House of Gucci press tour outfits, Lady Gaga leant into the Italian house’s incredible designed offering (obvs) – most notable of which, was this billowing Cadbury purple gown, which she finished with a pair of fishnets and her beloved platform boots.
Best red carpet fashion of 2021: Phoebe Bridgers
Phoebe Bridgers went for chic goth vibes at the Grammys with this bejewelled Thom Browne skeleton dress, previously worn by Caroline Trentini at the 2019 Met Gala. Chic and secondhand? We love to see it.
Best red carpet fashion of 2021: Megan Thee Stallion
Megan Thee Stallion made a very convincing case for the tangerine evening dress at the Grammys in this supremely extra Dolce & Gabbana number, complete with a thigh-high split and a diamond necklace.
Best red carpet fashion of 2021: Lizzo
Lizzo! Yep, she’s gotta make the list too. This fun, ruched seafoam green Balmain number was a major retro prom mood, which we’re SO here for.
Best red carpet fashion of 2021: Anya Taylor-Joy
Last but not least is Anya Taylor-Joy and her Barbie-pink Dior Couture look at the Venice Film Festival.
Via Cosmopolitan UK.