{"id":3121,"date":"2026-01-13T13:40:44","date_gmt":"2026-01-13T13:40:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/cncurc.org\/index.php\/2026\/01\/13\/we-did-the-research-these-are-the-best-golden-globes-looks-since-1989\/"},"modified":"2026-01-13T13:40:44","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T13:40:44","slug":"we-did-the-research-these-are-the-best-golden-globes-looks-since-1989","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/cncurc.org\/index.php\/2026\/01\/13\/we-did-the-research-these-are-the-best-golden-globes-looks-since-1989\/","title":{"rendered":"We Did The Research & These Are The Best Golden Globes Looks Since 1989"},"content":{"rendered":"
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On Sunday, millions of people tuned into the 83rd Golden Globe Awards for the annual star-studded occasion and the official kickoff of this year\u2019s awards season. And, of course, the red carpet fashion<\/a> was all the talk.<\/p>\n

In celebration of this red carpet’s return, we’re looking back decades to show off the best red carpet looks<\/a> from each year between 2026 to 1989 \u2014 that is, except for 2008, when the Writers Guild of America went on strike and the whole event was canceled, and 2022, when backlash against the Hollywood Foreign Press put the award ceremony on hold<\/a>.<\/p>\n

From the white satin gown Audrey Hepburn donned while receiving the Cecil B. DeMille Award in 1990 to Saoirse Ronan<\/a>‘s #METOO-inspired black Versace gown in 2018 to Teyana Taylor’s bedazzled whale tale moment this year, these are the best looks we’ve seen in over three decades of the Golden Globes<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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2026 Golden Globes<\/h2>\n

Before taking home the award for best supporting actress in a motion picture for One Battle After Another<\/em>, Teyana Taylor<\/a> walked the red carpet in a jaw-dropping, custom Schiaparelli gown<\/a>. When she gave her acceptance speech, Taylor cried tears of joy as she cheekily spun and said: “Wait until you see my party in the back,” alluding to the dress’ rhinestoned thong.<\/p>\n

Teyana Taylor in Schiaparelli.<\/em>Photo: Courtesy of Matt Winkelmeyer\/Getty Images.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2025<\/h2>\n

Zendaya<\/a>‘s custom Louis Vuitton dress was inspired by Black Hollywood legends like Diahann Carroll, Eartha Kitt, Dorothy Dandridge, and Joyce Bryant \u2014 and it’s certainly one for the books.<\/p>\n

Zendaya in Louis Vuitton.<\/em>Photo: Kevin Mazur\/Getty Images.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2025 <\/h2>\n

Anora<\/em> star Mikey Madison had the distinct honor of wearing Matthieu Blazy’s last-ever custom creation for Bottega Veneta to the 2025 Golden Globes. We’ll see the designer’s work for Chanel on the red carpet come fall, but this will tide us over until then.<\/p>\n

Mikey Madison in Bottega Veneta.<\/em>Photo: Amy Sussman\/Getty Images.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2025
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Emma Stone <\/em>debuted an excellent pixie cut on the Golden Globes red carpet \u2014 but that wasn’t even the most captivating part of her look: Her custom crimson Louis Vuitton gown with an offset bow belt was also a stunner.<\/p>\n

Emma Stone in Louis Vuitton.<\/em>Photo: Kevin Mazur\/Getty Images.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2024<\/h2>\n

Past Lives<\/em> star Greta Lee looked breathtaking on the red carpet in this billowing, draped-back bespoke gown by Loewe.<\/p>\n

Greta Lee in Loewe.<\/em>Photo: Kevin Mazur\/Getty Images.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2024<\/h2>\n

Hi Barbie! Margot Robbie<\/a> sparkled all night long in this hot pink custom Armani Priv\u00e9 gown and tulle boa that pays homage to the 1977 Superstar Barbie. <\/p>\n

Margot Robbie in Armani Priv\u00e9.<\/em>Photo: Michael Buckner\/Golden Globes\/Getty Images.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2023<\/h2>\n

Even without walking the carpet, Rihanna turned heads<\/a> in a velvet black gown and cape.<\/p>\n

Rihanna in Schiaparelli<\/em>. Photo: Christopher Polk\/NBC\/Getty Images.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2023<\/h2>\n

Michelle Yeoh<\/a> showed that peplums can, actually, be timeless. <\/p>\n

Michelle Yeoh in Armani Priv\u00e9<\/em>. Photo: Kevork Djansezian\/NBC\/Getty Images.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

2022<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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2021 <\/h2>\n

Even virtually, actor\/director Emerald Fennell delivered a glamorous take on mid-century fashion. <\/p>\n

Emerald Fennell in Valentino.<\/em>Photo: Will Grundy\/Getty Images.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2021<\/h2>\n

Kaley Cuoco looked every bit a princess in this embellished, silver Oscar de la Renta gown.Photo Credit: Brad Goreski.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2020<\/h2>\n

Cynthia Erivo in this black-and-white menswear-inspired<\/a> custom Thom Browne gown? What more do we have to say. <\/p>\n

Cynthia Erivo in Thom Browne.<\/em>Photo: Frazer Harrison\/Getty Images.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2019<\/h2>\n

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Regina King showed us how to do sequins after New Year’s Eve<\/a> in this custom bubblegum-pink body-con by Alberta Ferretti.<\/p>\n

Regina King in Alberta Ferretti.<\/em>Photo: Jon Kopaloff\/Getty Images.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2018<\/h2>\n

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Hands down, 2018 was Saoirse Ronan’s year. Not only did she win her very first Golden Globe for a stunning performance in Lady Bird<\/a><\/em>, but she also shut the red carpet down in this stunning black and silver Atelier Versace gown.<\/p>\n

Saoirse Ronan in Atelier Versace.<\/em>Photo: Frederick M. Brown\/Getty Images.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2017<\/h2>\n

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Draped in Chanel Couture, Riley Keough<\/a> might have been new to the Golden Globes in 2017, but she looked anything but<\/em> out of place on the red carpet.<\/p>\n

Riley Keough in Chanel Couture.<\/em>Photo: Steve Granitz\/WireImage.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2016<\/h2>\n

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Anyone can do Old Hollywood, but no one, and we mean no one, does it quite like Lady Gaga<\/a>. With a Marilyn Monroe ‘do that rivals Ms. Monroe herself, this off-the-shoulder Versace gown and 10-inch Brian Atwood heels, we find ourselves wondering, is there anything Gaga can’t do?<\/em><\/p>\n

Lady Gaga in Versace.<\/em>Photo: Jason Merritt\/Getty Images.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2015<\/h2>\n

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Wearing black on the red carpet is hardly groundbreaking, but Amal Clooney has a way of standing out in a crowd, especially when she’s donning head-to-toe Dior Haute Couture.<\/p>\n

Amal Clooney in Dior Haute Couture.<\/em>Photo: George Pimentel\/WireImage.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2014<\/h2>\n

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For a Golden Globes first-timer, Lupita Nyong’o<\/a> walked this red carpet like a seasoned pro \u2014 or rather, a superhero, in this cape-like gown by Ralph Lauren.<\/p>\n

Lupita Nyong’o in Ralph Lauren.<\/em>Photo: Steve Granitz\/WireImage.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2013<\/h2>\n

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Patchwork has never looked better than it did in 2013 on Zoe Salda\u00f1a in this Prabal Gurung strapless frock.<\/p>\n

Zoe Salda\u00f1a in Prabal Gurung.<\/em>Photo: Steve Granitz\/WireImage.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2012<\/h2>\n

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We’ve yet to spot Angelina Jolie looking anything short of fabulous on the red carpet circuit, but this show-stopping Atelier Versace gown is hands down her best.<\/p>\n

Angelina Jolie in Atelier Versace.<\/em>Photo: George Pimentel\/WireImage.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2011<\/h2>\n

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Low back! Sequins! Long sleeves! All boxes were checked when Anne Hathaway stepped foot on the red carpet in this Armani Priv\u00e9 gown.<\/p>\n

Anne Hathaway in Armani Priv\u00e9.<\/em>Photo: Evan Agostini\/NBC\/NBCU Photo Bank\/Getty Images.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2010<\/h2>\n

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A few showers couldn’t stop Cameron Diaz (and that dazzling smile) from showing up her competition in this drapey Alexander McQueen gown.<\/p>\n

Cameron Diaz in Alexander McQueen.<\/em>Photo: SGranitz\/WireImage.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2009<\/h2>\n

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Admittedly, lavender in January might seem bold, but when it’s Olivia Wilde underneath this Reem Acra gown, all bets are off.<\/p>\n

Olivia Wilde in Reem Acra.<\/em>Photo: Steve Granitz\/WireImage.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

2008<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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2007<\/h2>\n

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Not that there’s anything Queen Bey<\/a> doesn’t<\/em> look stunning in, but even she outdid herself with this gold, sequined Elie Saab number.<\/p>\n

Beyonc\u00e9 in Elie Saab.<\/em>Photo: Frazer Harrison\/Getty Images.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2006<\/h2>\n

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Looking back on 2006 style, it hardly seems possible that Keira Knightley’s strapless Valentino dress came out of the same year as chunky belts and low-rise cargo pants<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Keira Knightley in Valentino.<\/em>Photo: Jeff Vespa\/WireImage.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2005<\/h2>\n

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As the mastermind behind Poise<\/em> magazine (calling all 13 Going on 30<\/em> fans!), it comes as no surprise that Jennifer Garner (with the help of this vintage Valentino gown) would beat out any and all competition on the red carpet.<\/p>\n

Jennifer Garner in vintage Valentino.<\/em>Photo: SGranitz\/WireImage.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2004<\/h2>\n

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While this look might not have garnered very much appreciation back in ’04, we’re still tipping our hats to the master of menswear, Diane Keaton, for showing up to the Golden Globes donning a collared white coat, itty bitty sunglasses and sequin boots.<\/p>\n

Diane Keaton in Nehru-collared white coat. <\/em>Photo: Jeff Kravitz\/FilmMagic, Inc.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2003<\/h2>\n

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Fact: Kim Cattrall can make anything<\/em> look sexy \u2014 and this red hot Valentino number is no exception.<\/p>\n

Kim Cattrall in Valentino. <\/em>Photo: Jon Kopaloff\/Getty Images.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2002<\/h2>\n

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Only Halle Berry could pull off arguably the hardest color on the red carpet: chocolate brown. Then again, we’re still looking for something Halle Berry doesn’t<\/em> look perfect in.<\/p>\n

Halle Berry in Valentino.<\/em>Photo: SGranitz\/WireImage.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2001<\/h2>\n

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A slip dress to the Golden Globes? Normally we’d say no way, but there’s just something about Kate Hudson in Vera Wang that has us tossing normal red carpet rules out the window.<\/p>\n

Kate Hudson in Vera Wang.<\/em>Photo: KMazur\/WireImage.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2000<\/h2>\n

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At the height of Sex and the City<\/em>‘s prime, it hardly comes as a surprise that fashion icon Sarah Jessica Parker, would show up looking fabulous on the red carpet. We only wish she’d give us a hint to what shoes she’s wearing underneath this Richard Tyler tulle gown.<\/p>\n

Sarah Jessica Parker in Richard Tyler.<\/em>Photo: Frank Micelotta\/Getty Images.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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1999<\/h2>\n

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Typically we’d shudder at the thought of a two-piece ensemble on the red carpet, but this Pamela Dennis black-and-white duo on Calista Flockhart has us making a special exception.<\/p>\n

Calista Flockhart in Pamela Dennis.<\/em>Photo: SGranitz\/WireImage.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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1998<\/h2>\n

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What is it everyone says? Dress for the award you want? That’s exactly what Alfre Woodard did in this statuesque bronze gown.<\/p>\n

Alfre Woodard in a bronze dress. <\/em>Photo: Ron Galella, Ltd.\/WireImage.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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1997<\/h2>\n

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Courtney Love has had her fair share of fashion faux pas moments. But after seeing her in this navy blue garb, we’re reminded that this grunge goddess often cleans up real good. <\/em><\/p>\n

Courtney Love in a navy blue dress. <\/em>Photo: Ke.Mazur\/WireImage.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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1996<\/h2>\n

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Sharon Stone strutting onto the red carpet in this Vera Wang black and white ensemble (sweater around the shoulders included!) is still style goals. <\/p>\n

Sharon Stone in Vera Wang.<\/em>Photo: Ke.Mazur\/WireImage.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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1995<\/h2>\n

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We’re always keen on a red carpet look that goes against the grain, so naturally, Uma Thurman showing up to the Golden Globes in this classic satin coat instead of a dress has us bowing our hats.<\/p>\n

Uma Thurman in a white coat. <\/em>Photo: Steve Granitz\/WireImage.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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1994<\/h2>\n

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Is it just us, or was Angela Bassett<\/a> absolutely glowing in this all-black Golden Globes ensemble? <\/p>\n

Angela Bassett in a black dress.<\/em>Photo: Ron Galella\/WireImage.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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1993<\/h2>\n

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In a sea of little black dresses and sequin shoulder pads, Janine Turner shone in this red, fitted gown.<\/p>\n

Janine Turner in a red dress.<\/em>Photo: Ron Galella, Ltd\/WireImage.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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1992 <\/h2>\n

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She may not have been able to beat Bette Midler for the Golden Globe, but Michelle Pfeiffer was no doubt the best-dressed nominee of the night.<\/p>\n

Michelle Pfeiffer in a black gown. <\/em>Photo: Ron Galella, Ltd.\/WireImage.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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1991<\/h2>\n

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Ahh<\/em>, the skirt suit. It’s no surprise this two-piece trend is making a major comeback when you look at Julia Roberts in this navy blue pinstripe style.<\/p>\n

Julia Roberts in a navy blue suit. <\/em>Photo: Ron Galella, Ltd.\/WireImage.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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1990<\/h2>\n

Simply put, Audrey Hepburn could do no wrong \u2014 a fact proven by this remarkable ensemble.<\/p>\n

Audrey Hepburn in a white satin gown. <\/em>Photo: Ron Galella\/WireImage.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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1989<\/h2>\n

The 1989 Golden Globes had some rather interesting<\/em> fashion moments (it was the \u201880s after all). But this long-sleeved red gown on Hotel<\/em> star Connie Selleca is just as chic now as it was back then. <\/p>\n

Connie Sellecca in a red gown.<\/em>Photo: Jim Smeal\/Ron Galella Collection\/Getty Images.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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