Green dress on the red carpet? Always a serve. From emerald elegance to glittering goddess moments, celebs have turned this color into pure fashion power. And in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, we’re throwing it back to 20 times green totally stole the show—dresses that shimmered, stunned, and straight-up slayed. Let’s get into it. 🍀
1. Jessica Chastain in Gucci (2022 Vanity Fair Oscar Party)
Embed from Getty ImagesA full-on Oscar winner glow-up. This metallic, pleated Gucci gown looked like liquid green magic, and Jessica twirled like she knew she was that girl.
2. Zendaya in Vera Wang (2019 Emmys)
Embed from Getty ImagesA corset, a high-slit satin skirt, and a rich green hue? Zendaya didn’t just wear this Vera Wang dress—she owned it.
3. Kendall Jenner in Calvin Klein (2015 Met Gala)
Embed from Getty ImagesSleek, shimmering, and just the right amount of daring. The high-neck, side-laced Calvin Klein gown was the definition of supermodel glam.
4. Lady Gaga in Ralph Lauren (2022 BAFTAs)
Embed from Getty ImagesThis was Gaga in full villain era, and we lived for it. The rich green velvet, the dramatic train, the corseted silhouette? This is how you do gothic glam.
5. Rose Leslie in Elie Saab (2020 Golden Globes)
Embed from Getty ImagesGlittering, sheer, and full of romantic energy—Rose brought enchanted forest fairy vibes in this Elie Saab gown, and we were obsessed.
6. Angelina Jolie in Versace (2011 Golden Globes)
Embed from Getty ImagesThe shimmery green dress that shut down an entire awards season. The long-sleeved Versace stunner was draped to perfection, proving Angelina has always been that girl.
7. Lupita Nyong’o in Gucci (2015 Cannes Film Festival)
Embed from Getty ImagesFlowy, floral, and so ethereal. Lupita’s pleated Gucci gown, sprinkled with delicate pink flowers, made her look like she floated onto the Cannes carpet.
8. Saoirse Ronan in Calvin Klein (2016 Oscars)
Embed from Getty ImagesThis slinky, sequined emerald number had main character energy. The deep V-neckline + her soft waves? ICONIC.
9. Catherine Zeta-Jones in Monique Lhuillier (2011 Golden Globes)
Embed from Getty ImagesA queen wearing a queen’s dress. This dreamy gown was peak royal energy—voluminous, rich in texture, and dramatic in the most glamorous way possible.
10. Taylor Swift in Julien Macdonald (2019 American Music Awards)
Embed from Getty ImagesGreen, glittery, and asymmetrically iconic. Paired with thigh-high boots, this chainmail-inspired look was serving pop star armor, and she owned it.
11. Amy Adams in Proenza Schouler (2008 Oscars)
Embed from Getty ImagesA rich, deep emerald strapless gown that screamed classic Hollywood. Amy looked like she walked straight out of a vintage movie poster, and honestly, we love that for her.
12. Celine Dion in Zuhair Murad (2017 Grammys)
Embed from Getty ImagesA full-on power move. This sequined, plunging Zuhair Murad gown, complete with a dramatic bow belt, was retro-glam meets Vegas diva, and Celine served every second of it.
13. Sandra Bullock in Lanvin (2014 SAG Awards)
Embed from Getty ImagesSandra gave classic movie star with a modern edge in this glossy, ruched, strapless Lanvin gown. The deep green tone + the elegant side bow = chef’s kiss.
14. Marcia Cross in Elie Saab (2005 Emmys)
Embed from Getty ImagesThis emerald silk dream was a masterclass in red carpet elegance. The delicate beading and regal silhouette? Marcia understood the luxury aesthetic assignment before it was even a trend.
15. Kate Winslet in Armani (2016 SAG Awards)
Embed from Getty ImagesKate dropped jaws in this sculpted, ultra-flattering deep green Armani gown. The sharp lines, the impeccable tailoring—femme fatale energy activated.
16. Brie Larson in Prada (2019 Time 100 Gala)
Embed from Getty ImagesBrie said bold simplicity wins in this mossy green strapless Prada gown. No embellishments, no distractions—just pure, unshakable red carpet confidence.
17. Rachel McAdams in August Getty (2016 Oscars)
Embed from Getty ImagesRachel walked into the Oscars like she owned the place. This deep jade silk gown, with its draped perfection and statement train, was understated power at its finest.
18. Evan Rachel Wood in Elie Saab (2014 Vanity Fair Oscar Party)
Embed from Getty ImagesEvan Rachel Wood gave old Hollywood glam with a modern twist in this beaded emerald masterpiece. Shimmering, statuesque, and cinematic in every way.
19. Gwyneth Paltrow in Elie Saab (2011 Bambi Awards)
Embed from Getty ImagesA fully sequined emerald dream with a plunging neckline. Gwyneth kept it sleek and glowy, proving sometimes more sparkle is the answer.
20. Jennifer Lopez in Versace (2000 Grammys)
Embed from Getty ImagesThe dress that broke the internet. J.Lo’s jungle-print Versace moment wasn’t just legendary—it was a fashion history event. Google Images? Yeah, you can thank this dress for that.
And that’s a wrap on the most iconic green dresses! Got a fave? Let us know in the comments, and don’t forget to share this post.
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