Celebrities Who Rocked Bridal Gowns on the Red Carpet

Fans of celebrity fashion often turn to red carpet looks for style inspiration. From viral trends to must-have beauty products, the outfits celebrities choose can influence far more than social media feeds. Among the most striking trends over the years are bridal-inspired gowns worn at high-profile events.

Some stars have even taken their actual wedding dresses and worn them again for red carpet events. Emma Stone, for instance, stunned at the 2022 Met Gala in the same dress she wore to her wedding after-party. Alex Borstein reimagined her real-life wedding gown at the 2018 Emmy Awards, explaining that although her marriage ended, she wanted to give the dress a new life on the red carpet.

Other celebrities have chosen elegant white, ivory, or off-white gowns specifically for award shows and premieres. Greta Lee made an unforgettable statement at the 81st Golden Globe Awards in a custom Loewe gown, blending sophistication and sexiness. Sofa Vergara wowed fans with her form-fitting mermaid silhouette at the 69th Primetime Emmy Awards.

Some notable looks include:

• Dakota Johnson at the Red Sea Film Festival in a daring lace Chloe gown.
• DaVine Joy Randolph in a voluminous white dress at the SCAD Savannah Film Festival.
• Laura Herrier in a textured Diotima Dama cocoon maxi dress at the 2025 CFDA Awards.
• Kim Kardashian appearing as a bridal queen in Balenciaga at the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party.
• Elsa Hosk at the 78th Cannes Film Festival in a princess-like fluffy gown.
• Anitta at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards in a custom Dolce & Gabbana creation.
• Naomi Watts in a puffed white Balenciaga gown for the 2024 Kering for Women Dinner.
• Alyah Chanelle Scott arriving at the 77th Tony Awards in a bow-detailed silk gown by Tanner Fletcher.

Emma Stones Met Gala choice, Alex Borsteins Emmy gown, and Troian Bellisarios inventive Golden Globes look showcase how stars creatively reuse or reimagine bridal attire. Elizabeth Olsen brought a romantic lace Vivienne Westwood gown to the Golden Globes, while Salma Hayek looked effortlessly chic in an off-white dress at the 2023 Academy Museum Gala.

Other memorable moments include Kylie Jenner honoring Virgil Abloh at the 2022 Met Gala in a modern ruffled white gown, Serena Williams lace Galia Lahiv look at the 2016 Vanity Fair Oscar Party, and Michelle Yeohs delicate Dior at the 95th Academy Awards. Priyanka Chopra Jonas turned heads at Cannes in a Georges Hobeika ruffled ballgown, while Kyra Sedgwick sported a Vera Wang dress with a gray sash at the SAG Awards.

Kate Hudsons Marchesa gown at the 2010 Golden Globes remains a red carpet favorite. Lady Gaga softened her edgy style with a plunging Dior dress at the 25th SAG Awards. Olivia Culpo, Emily Ratajkowski, and Camila Morrone brought modern bridal elegance to Cannes and the Academy Awards with figure-hugging or blush-toned dresses. Meghan Markle, Sofa Vergara, Kristen Wiig, and Beyonc each delivered unforgettable bridal-inspired fashion moments at major events.

Adriana Limas red-lipped look at Cannes, Camila Alves ivory gown at the Oscars, Jane Fondas textured dress at the same event, and Margot Robbies strapless Chanel at the 90th Academy Awards show the wide range of bridal-inspired red carpet styles. Cynthia Erivos dramatic ballgown at the 92nd Oscars, Sydney Sweeneys Met Gala mini-dress, and Doutzen Kroes cutout Cannes dress highlight how versatile and creative bridal fashion can be beyond the aisle.

Author: Logan Reeves