The 2025 Critics’ Choice Awards red carpet was anything but boring. From sleek tailoring to couture-level drama, the stars served formal, polished, and fashion-forward looks.
While the critics handed out trophies, the real winners were the celebs who nailed their red carpet fashion game. Scroll for the best-dressed moments of the night.
1. Zoe Saldaña in Saint Laurent
Embed from Getty ImagesZoe pulled up in a Saint Laurent gown that was the perfect blend of sleek and sultry. The deep red hue, open back, and leather choker? That’s modern glam with a side of danger. The whole look felt like it belonged in a fashion archive—but make it 2025.
2. Nicole Kidman in Saint Laurent
Embed from Getty ImagesNicole ditched the gown and gave us power dressing perfection in a black Saint Laurent suit with a crisp white button-down and tie. The structured tailoring and that effortless Hollywood cool-girl aura? This is luxury fashion at its peak—no sequins necessary.
3. Angelina Jolie in Elie Saab
Embed from Getty ImagesAngelina stepped onto the red carpet looking like she walked straight out of an old Hollywood dream, but with a boho couture twist. Her peachy lace gown had that soft, romantic draping that made her look like an actual A-list goddess. Add her signature red lip and effortless waves, and yeah, she wins.
4. Cynthia Erivo in Armani Privé
Embed from Getty ImagesCynthia always delivers, and this beaded Armani Privé ensemble was straight-up runway magic. The structured black vest with a plunging neckline and sleek column skirt gave us avant-garde couture realness. And her pastel blue French tip nails with gold accents? That’s what we call next-level attention to detail.
5. Ariana Grande in Dior Couture
Embed from Getty ImagesAri floated in wearing Dior Couture that took 3,800 hours to make—because, obviously. The sculptural design and intricate beadwork were giving Pinterest-worthy, front-row fashion moment. Like, if heavenly couture was a category, she just defined it.
6. Demi Moore in Schiaparelli
Embed from Getty ImagesDemi said red carpet royalty, and we listened. The navy strapless Schiaparelli gown was all about minimalist chic, but the sculpted bodice and rich color made it feel so timeless yet fresh. Also, the slick updo and diamond earrings? Chef’s kiss.
7. Marisa Abela in Dior
Embed from Getty ImagesAt the 2025 Critics’ Choice Awards, Marisa Abela stunned in a red velvet Dior gown with a corseted bodice and dramatic ball skirt. Keeping accessories minimal, she let the her outfit speak for itself—timeless, elegant, and effortlessly chic. SLAY!
8. Dakota Fanning in Dolce & Gabbana
Embed from Getty ImagesA turquoise corseted Dolce & Gabbana gown and a cross choker? That’s Y2K pop star meets couture queen. The structured bodice and dreamy color made it feel straight out of a fashion fairytale, but that edgy necklace kept it Gen Z-approved.
9. Ella Hunt in Fendi Couture
Embed from Getty ImagesElla showed up looking like an actual mermaid core vision in a silver sequin Fendi Couture gown. The scale-like embellishments and liquid-metal shine made her look straight out of a Vogue editorial. Basically, if fashion fantasy was a sport, she just won gold.
10. Leighton Meester in Dior
Embed from Getty ImagesLeighton came through with classic Hollywood energy but made it 2025. Her champagne-glitter Dior gown featured a structured corset bodice and floor-length draping that had major old-money elegance vibes. And that diamond choker? Red carpet inspo unlocked.
The Critics’ Choice red carpet 2025 was a fashion lover’s dream, and these 10 best-dressed celebs brought the couture drama we crave. Which look are you pinning to your mood board ASAP? Don’t forget to tag us in your posts, fashion girlies!
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