2025 Red Carpet Fashion Missteps

Throughout 2025, major red carpet events highlighted both standout fashion and notable missteps. The year included high-profile gatherings such as the Met Gala, SAG Awards, and Cannes Film Festival. Several celebrities faced criticism for outfits that did not meet the occasion's standards.

Key incidents included Kim Kardashian wearing a face-covering hood at the Academy Museum Gala and Jamie Lee Curtis wearing a thick feathered top at the SAG Awards. Other events saw Alexander Skarsgård in thigh-high boots at Cannes and Jeremy Pope in a poorly fitted catsuit at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party. These choices represent some of the year's most discussed fashion disappointments.

Early 2025 events set the tone for the year's fashion misses. At the Golden Globes on January 5, Melissa McCarthy wore a hot-pink jumpsuit with a massive ruffled cape. The Christian Siriano look overwhelmed the actor, and a simpler gown in a lighter shade of pink would have suited her better.

At the SAG Awards on February 23, Jamie Lee Curtis missed the mark with a feathered bolero. The top was so thick that it covered her entire neck and created an unflattering silhouette. While her Dolce & Gabbana dress was form-fitting and sparkly, the outerwear distracted from the gown.

The Oscars on March 2 featured a mishap from musician H.E.R. She wore a custom Ralph Lauren ball gown that clashed various features. The sparkling, strapless top resembled a prom dress, while the full skirt with a raw hem looked messy. A brown belt also appeared too casual compared to her diamond necklaces.

Later in April, Ed Sheeran attended the Time 100 Gala in a Tom Ford suit. Although tailored perfectly, the pale-pink color washed him out, and the white T-shirt worn beneath the blazer was too bland. A darker fabric paired with a button-down top would have improved the look.

High-profile galas and film festivals provided a stage for several fashion errors. The Met Gala saw Gustav Magnar Witzøe wear a white suit with a latex overcoat, wide-brimmed hat, and Tabi boots. The billionaire also carried a see-through briefcase filled with red roses, making the outfit look like a costume.

Hailey Bieber also attended the Met Gala in a custom Saint Laurent black blazer dress. While she accessorized with diamond jewelry and sheer tights, her platform open-toed heels clashed with the glamour of the accessories. Overall, the outfit was considered too plain for the night's theme honoring Black dandyism and menswear.

At the Cannes Film Festival, Heidi Klum wore a pearlescent Elie Saab gown with blue and purple sequins. The mermaid shape and see-through stripes made the dress look cheap. Additionally, Alexander Skarsgård wore a Saint Laurent tuxedo with trousers tucked into thigh-high leather boots. While the boots were interesting on a runway, they looked ridiculous on the red carpet.

Alicia Silverstone attended the Venice Film Festival in a shapeless, colorless Prada gown. The high-necked, long-sleeved dress was forgettable and could have been improved with silver jewelry and an updo hairstyle.

Premieres and specific award ceremonies also featured notable style errors. Blake Lively attended the SXSW premiere of "Another Simple Favor" on March 7 in a tan latex dress by Renée Masoomian. The material, popular in the late 2010s, appeared dated, and the latex overcoat added to the confusion.

At the Academy Museum Gala, Kim Kardashian wore a tan Maison Margiela gown that was slightly lighter than her skin tone. While the dress itself was elegant, she paired it with a tan hood that covered her face, which was described as looking silly rather than serious.

Katy Perry wore a sequinned Gaurav Gupta gown to the Breakthrough Prize ceremony in April. The visible mesh holding the bodice together distracted from the dress's shape, and the matching headpiece appeared too tight. Nicole Kidman wore a black Monse one-piece to the Academy of Country Music Awards on May 8. The outfit lacked accessories, such as an updo or silver jewelry, to reach its full potential.

At the LACMA Art + Film Gala, Salma Hayek wore a green Gucci gown that clashed with her accessories. A small black purse and a statement ruby and diamond necklace distracted from the elegant dress.

Some fashion misses were the result of overly theatrical choices. Jeremy Pope attended the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in a black catsuit with floor-length trousers and a neckline that extended into a scarf wrapped around his face. The outfit fit poorly and looked odd, landing him on the worst-dressed list.

Heidi Montag wore a royal blue catsuit by The Blonds to the American Music Awards. The strapless ensemble featured flame-like fringe at the ankles. While the top half had potential, the full catsuit looked more like a costume.

Winnie Harlow wore a beige jumpsuit with transparent sequins and cutouts to Kering's Caring for Women dinner. The garment was criticized for not being tight enough to be form-fitting nor loose enough to be oversized, and the neutral color failed to make a statement.

Jenna Ortega attended Paris Fashion Week in a sheer Givenchy gown with red ruffles. The dress was described as unbalanced and missing something. Her bubble heels also clashed with the dramatic outfit. Finally, Elle Fanning attended the BFI London Film Festival in wide-legged trousers worn under a sparkling gown. The combination overpowered the actor, though the top half alone would have been chic.