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What’s old is new again—just look at the red carpets this awards season. Hunter Schafer, Zendaya, Cate Blanchett, and more used the red carpet as an opportunity to showcase vintage fashion at the BAFTAs, NAACP Image Awards, Oscars, and more. Many of the gowns and ensembles were from the recent past by designers like Versace, Jean Paul Gaultier, Dior, and more. One particularly popular era: 1995-2005 (which, coincidentally, encompasses some of the years Gen-Zers were born.)
And the looks feel remarkably of the moment. Take, for example, Olivia Rodrigo. The pop star, with the help of stylist Danielle Goldberg, wore horse-printed Chloé pants from Stella McCartney’s tenure at the brand on the red carpet. With a flared leg and low-slung waist, the pants, incredibly, hit multiple quadrants on the trendiness chart. While vintage Versace—namely the 90s— has been worn to events by Zendaya, Dua Lipa, and Bella Hadid. It’s fashion so good, it demands to be worn twice.
Vintage taps into the ever-growing desire for sustainability within fashion. Why make an entirely new dress when there are plenty of great ones waiting to be reworn? And the looks do not have to feel overly rooted in the past either. Popular archival shops such as Tab Vintage, Pechuga Vintage, and Shrimpton Couture have emerged as reliable go-to’s for remarkably curated and of-the-moment vintage fashion for celebrities and fashion enthusiasts.
And then there is Cate Blanchett, who has not only reworn looks from previous red carpets but also reworked garments into entirely new creations. An Alexander McQueen gown becomes a fitted top; repurposed lace from the Armani workshops is used for a new gown. Blanchett showcases that vintage fashion can be utilized in multiple and myriad ways.

Below, check out some of the best vintage fashion moments from this past awards season.
Cate Blanchett rewears her 2015 Oscars Margiela dress to the 2023 BAFTAs. Photo: Getty
Olivia Rodrigo in Chloé Spring 2001 at Billboard Women in Music 2023. Photo: Getty
Winnie Harlow in Armani Haute Couture Spring 2005 at the Academy Awards. Photo: Getty
Kendall Jenner in Jean Paul Gaultier Spring 2008 Couture at the Vanity Fair Oscars Party. Photo: Getty
Bella Hadid in 1987 Versace at Cannes Film Festival. Photo: Getty
Jurnee Smollett in 1996 Nina Ricci Haute Couture at the Vanity Fair Oscars Party. Photo: Getty
Gabrielle Union in 1989 Versace at the 54th NAACP Image Awards. Photo: Getty
Vanessa Hudgens in vintage Chanel at the Academy Awards. Photo: Getty
Laura Dern in Armani Privé Spring 2006 at the Vanity Fair Oscars Party. Photo: Getty
Laverne Cox in vintage John Galliano at the Golden Globes Awards. Photo: Getty
Rooney Mara in vintage Alexander McQueen at the Academy Awards. Photo: Getty
Jenna Ortega in Versace Fall 1994 at the Screen Actors Guild Awards. Photo: Getty
Zendaya in Versace Spring 2002 at the 54th NAACP Image Awards. Photo: Getty
Megan Stalter in Vivienne Westwood Spring 2004 at the Scren Actors Guild Awards. Photo: Getty
Rooney Mara in Givenchy Spring 1997 at the Film Independent Spirit Awards. Photo: Getty
Originally published in Vogue.com
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Historically, the MTV Video Music Awards are known to be a little wild so, of course, the VMAs 2022 red carpet promises some major moments.

Chloe Bailey
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That Girl Lay Lay
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BLACKPINK
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Khalid
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Tayshia Adams
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Jack Harlow
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Trina Njoroge
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Dove Cameron
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Lizzo
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Chloe Flower
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Betty Who
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Sabrina Carpenter
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Anitta
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Mae Muller
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Sofia Carson
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Bebe Rexha
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Dixie D’Amelio
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Lili Reinhart
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Taylor Swift
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Avril Lavigne
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The 2022 Met Gala, otherwise known as the First Monday in May, is back once again! After being canceled in 2020 and held in September last year, the glitzy event returned to its usual time slot this year. Held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the event saw A-list celebrities descend upon the red carpet in celebration of the museum’s new exhibition, “In America: An Anthology of Fashion,” which will serve as an exploration of American fashion. The display was presented across 13 of the American period rooms in the museum, and featured design works from Bill Blass, Brooks Brothers, Lloyd Kiva New, and more.
On the red carpet, meanwhile, well-clad stars did their best to take on the Gilded Glamour, White Tie dress code, where they were encouraged to approach late 19th-century clothing through a modern lens. Given the step and repeat is one of the most-photographed in the world, one could expect the many actors, models, singers, and designers in attendance to bring their fashion A-game to the Met Gala. After all, it has a long history of creating memorable outfits that are seen around the globe—and this year was certainly no different.
As for who was on the guest list this times? The official co-chairs this year included Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, Regina King, and Lin-Manuel Miranda, and attendees included Kim Kardashian, Katy Perry, Kate Moss, and many more.
Below, scroll through some of the best 2022 Met Gala red carpet looks.
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Pete Davidson in Dior Men and Kim Kardashian. Photo: Getty
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Nicki Minaj in Burberry. Photo: Getty
Lily James. Photo: Getty
Gabrielle Union in Versace. Photo: Getty
Erykah Badu and Francesco Risso. Photo: Getty
Katy Perry in Oscar de la Renta. Photo: Getty
Karlie Kloss in Givenchy. Photo: Getty
Lizzo in Thom Browne. Photo: Getty
Sara Sampaio in Michael Kors. Photo: Getty
Kendall Jenner in Prada. Photo: Getty
Cardi B in Versace. Photo: Getty
Kylie Jenner in Off-White. Photo: Getty
Molly Sims. Photo: Getty
Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker in Thom Browne. Photo: Getty
Kerry Washington in Tory Burch. Photo: Getty
Nicola Peltz-Beckham in Valentino. Photo: Getty
Cara Delevingne in Dior Haute Couture. Photo: Getty
Kiki Layne in Atelier Prabal Gurung. Photo: Getty
Khloé Kardashian in Moschino. Photo: Getty
Gwen Stefani in Vera Wang. Photo: Getty
Addison Rae. Photo: Getty
Taylor Hill. Photo: Getty
Emily Ratajkowski in Altelier Versace. Photo: Getty
Lily Aldridge in Khaite. Photo: Getty
Simone Ashley in Moschino. Photo: Getty
Chloe Bailey. Photo: Getty
Naomi Campbell in Burberry. Photo: Getty
Kate Moss. Photo: Getty
Christine Baranski. Photo: Getty
Eva Chen in Peter Do. Photo: Getty
Gigi Hadid in Versace. Photo: Getty
Hailey Bieber in Saint Laurent. Photo: Getty
Irina Shayk in Burberry. Photo: Getty
Miranda Kerr in Oscar de la Renta. Photo: Getty
Dakota Johnson in Gucci. Photo: Getty
Jessica Chastain in Gucci. Photo: Getty
Jacob Elordi. Photo: Getty
Anitta in Moschino. Photo: Getty
Denée Benton. Photo: Getty
Madelaine Petsch in Moschino. Photo: Getty
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Sabrina Carpenter in Paco Rabanne. Photo: Getty
Megan Thee Stallion in Moschino. Photo: Getty
Regé-Jean Page. Photo: Getty
Winnie Harlow in Iris van Herpen. Photo: Getty
Nicola Coughlan in Richard Quinn. Photo: Getty
Billie Eilish in Gucci. Photo: Getty
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Teyana Taylor in Iris van Herpen. Photo: Getty
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Amber Valetta. Photo: Getty
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Kaia Gerber. Photo: Getty
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Tom Ford. Photo: Getty
Vlake Lively. Photo: Getty
Anna Wintour. Photo: Getty
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Vanessa Hudgens. Photo: Getty
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Mindy Kaling. Photo: Getty
Precious Lee. Photo: Getty
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Kris Jenner in Oscar de la Renta. Photo: Getty
Daisy Edgar-Jones in Oscar de la Renta. Photo: Getty
Carey Mulligan in Schiaparelli Haute Couture. Photo: Getty
Alexa Chung. Photo: Getty
Bradley Cooper. Photo: Getty
Hoyeon Jung in Louis Vuitton. Photo: Getty
Chloe Fineman. Photo: Getty
 Hillary Clinton in Altuzarra. Photo: Getty
Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness in Tom Ford. Photo: Getty
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Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner. Photo: Getty
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Camila Cabello. Photo: Getty
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With stars often channelling Old Hollywood glamour at the Oscars, it’s no surprise that vintage has been a popular choice on the red carpet over the years. In fact, it could be considered a good-luck charm: Julia Roberts won her Oscar for Best Actress in 2001 while wearing a black and white gown from Valentino’s autumn/winter 1992 couture collection; Reese Witherspoon wore a vintage Dior dress dating back to 1957 when she won Best Actress in 2006; while Penélope Cruz won Best Supporting Actress in 2009 in a 1950s Balmain gown.
Vintage also sends a powerful message from a sustainability perspective, with environmental campaigners Natalie Portman and Jane Fonda among those to have worn pre-loved pieces on the Oscars red carpet.
Below, see 17 of the best vintage dresses at the Oscars to date.
Winona Ryder, 2000 

In a black strapless Pauline Trigère dress from the 1940s.

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Julia Roberts, 2001

In a black and white gown from Valentino’s autumn/winter 1992 couture collection.

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Renée Zellweger, 2001

In a lemon yellow Jean Dessès gown from the 1950s.

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Chloë Sevigny, 2002

In a 1970s Holly Harp dress at Vanity Fair’s Oscars after-party.

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Jennifer Garner, 2004

In a striking one-shouldered gown by Valentino from the 1970s.

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Beyoncé, 2005

In a vintage Versace gown.

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Reese Witherspoon, 2006

In a 1950s Balmain gown.
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Jennifer Lopez, 2006

In an olive green Jean Dessès gown dating back to 1959.
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Penélope Cruz, 2009 

In a strapless white Balmain gown from the 1950s.
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Anne Hathaway, 2011

In a strapless red dress from Valentino’s autumn/winter 2002 couture collection.
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Marisa Tomei, 2011 

In a navy Charles James gown from the 1950s.
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Natalie Portman, 2012

In a red polka-dot gown from Christian Dior’s spring/summer 1954 collection.
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Emma Roberts, 2017

In a monochrome Armani Privé gown from spring/summer 2005.
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Rita Moreno, 2018

In a brocade dress that she originally wore to the 1962 Oscars, when she won Best Supporting Actress.
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Margot Robbie, 2020 

In a 1990s Chanel couture gown.
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Jane Fonda, 2020 

In a red Elie Saab gown that she originally wore at Cannes Film Festival in 2014.

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Kim Kardashian, 2020

Held on a winter evening at the luxurious Raffles The Palm Dubai, the Ball of Arabia was a major cause for celebration, and one of the most glamorous reasons to dress up for this year. With the theme calling for gold dresses in Arab designers in honor of the UAE’s Golden Jubilee, guests went with a no-holds-barred approach when it came to selecting their red carpet-worthy ensembles for the evening.
As one of the co-chairs of the Ball, couturier Zuhair Murad found many of his stunning pieces worn by guests. Fellow co-chair Mona Zaki opted for an embellished dress with sweeping cold-shoulder sleeves, and later slipped into a shorter pleated dress. Host for the evening Jessica Kahawaty stunned in a beaded cape dress, and editor-in-chief Manuel Arnaut also wore a custom black velvet cape with gold embroidery by the Lebanese designer. Co-chairs and sisters Huda and Mona Kattan arrived together in equally dazzling numbers: Mona chose to join those championing Murad in a bejeweled figure-hugging dress, and Huda took the opportunity to wear Michael Cinco, the UAE-based couturier she had not been dressed in until now.
Shades of gold and classic black also made an appearance on the red carpet. Tunisian actor and model Rym Saidi—who shared that she doesn’t often wear gold—went for a pale shade of the color in a strapless pleated number by another UAE-based couturier, Rami Al Ali. Like Zaki, another star to have an outfit change at the Ball was Dorra Zarrouk. The Tunisian actor made an entrance in a metallic gold dress by Jean Pierre Khoury, and later swapped it for an olive-toned one by Géyanna Youness Haute Couture. And then there were the ladies who took a subtler route for the night. While Nadine Nassib Njeim walked in wearing a gold and black pantsuit, Jane Yun opted for an earthy sculpted Azzi & Osta number sprinkled with gold, and Aseel Omran picked an ebony maxi.
In the gallery above, find out what your favorite celebrities, influencers and more wore to the Ball of Arabia.
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The return of the Venice Film Festival as we know it called for looks that go beyond the usual red carpet glamour, and stars are delivering just that. After the event’s 77th edition in 2020 taking place in a more restrained format, this year, actors are seemingly back with a sartorial vengeance.
Generating buzz with her appearance was Zendaya, who made her Venice Film Festival debut this year. For the premiere of her film Dune, the newly-minted 25-year-old walked the red carpet in a custom Balmain couture dress with matching heels and 93ct Bulgari Magnifica high jewelry. “The bespoke leather gown was crafted using an exact model of the star’s bust, taking full advantage of the Balmain atelier and the house’s artisanal tradition,” shared Balmain of the dress. Later, the red carpet saw another sheer number, but this time a fully bejeweled one courtesy of Dakota Johnson in Alessandro Michele’s Gucci. Attending the premiere of her film The Lost Daughter, the actor wore a cap-sleeved gown with crystal detailing and fringing, paired with the house’s rose gold chain-link sandals.
For the premiere of Spencer, one of the most highly-anticipated ones at the festival, actor Kristen Stewart ditched dresses and suits to opt for a co-ord from Chanel’s FW21 couture collection. Paired with white Christian Louboutin heels, the pastel mint-green ensemble featured a lace trim tank top and trousers with a skirt overlay adorned with a black bow. Earlier in the week, actor Penélope Cruz arrived for the premiere of her film Parallel in a Chanel dress that was some 300 hours in the making. Selected by Cruz from the house’s FW21 couture collection, the dress is made of black mikado with an ecru silk tulle petticoat embellished with petal flounces. “I fell in love with that dress when I saw it on the catwalk,” shared the actor with Vogue. “I love the entire haute couture collection, it was brilliant, but this one was my favorite look. This is a very important movie for me, so I needed a special dress for that.”
Click through the gallery above to see more noteworthy looks.
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The 78th edition of the Venice Film Festival took off yesterday with many stars already serving high fashion moments on the red carpet. There was no shortage of Arab representation on day one as Lebanese TV presenter Raya Abirached, Egyptian actor Yasmine Sabri, and Emirati anchor Mahira Abdelaziz made appearances in stunning ensembles. Sabri arrived in a bright pink floor-grazing Roberto Cavalli dress with a Cartier necklace, while Abirached championed Arab talent in a sequined dress from Syrian couturier Rami Al Ali’s SS21 collection, paired with Bulgari jewels. Meanwhile, Abdelaziz opted for a head-to-toe Maison Valentino look which included a bright red caped dress and the Rockstud box bag.
From September 1 to 11, the festival will showcase highly-anticipated films including Spencer and Dune — the premieres of which are sure to result in noteworthy sartorial moments from some of the biggest names in the industry. Click through the gallery above to see the best looks from the 78th Venice Film Festival so far and check back for more.
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The date April 29, 2011 is etched into the royal history books as the day the world witnessed a wedding of dazzling proportions and glamour — that of Kate Middleton and Prince William. Around 25 million people tuned in to watch the ceremony in the UK alone, with hundreds of millions more watching around the globe. The Duchess of Cambridge wore a Victorian-inspired gown designed by Alexander McQueen’s Sarah Burton, with floral lace appliqué and a train measuring 2.7m long. The Duke, meanwhile, donned a scarlet Irish Guards uniform cut from light wool to keep him cool on the big day. 
It set the stage for the couple’s individual styles, which have continued to complement one another both on and off duty. In her casual outings, Kate favors a floral dress paired with a classic pump, while Prince William leans towards a dark two-piece suit. For more formal occasions, the Duchess loves to pair jewels from the royal collection with floor-length gowns featuring goddess drapery in sumptuous fabrics. The Duke, on the other hand, is almost always seen in a sharp black tuxedo with a wide silk lapel.
In celebration of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s 10th wedding anniversary on 29 April, Vogue reflects on 11 of the royals’ most memorable red-carpet looks.
1. Bafta date night 
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Attending the BAFTAs in February 2020, the Duchess chose a sustainable approach and wore a dazzling white and gold Alexander McQueen dress she had worn on the couple’s 2012 tour of Malaysia, while Prince William opted for his trusted silk-lapel tuxedo.
2. Cream brilliance 
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During the 2013 London film premiere of Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, the Duchess wore a classically brilliant cream Roland Mouret dress with a contrasting black clutch and heels and Prince William utilised the same colour scheme with a sharp black tuxedo. 
3. A Bond girl 
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At the London premiere of Spectre in October 2015, the couple showcased their best Bond-inspired looks, as the Duchess wore a flowing baby-blue Jenny Packham dress, a pair of Jimmy Choo Vamp platform sandals and Robinson Pelham earrings.
4. A night in Alexander McQueen  
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Attending the 70th anniversary of the BAFTAs in 2017, the Duchess of Cambridge donned her favourite designer, Alexander McQueen, with a black off-the-shoulder floral gown.
5. The crown jewels
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Attending the BAFTA Brits To Watch event in Los Angeles, the Duchess wore a pastel Alexander McQueen dress, Jimmy Choo clutch and heels, and chandelier-style earrings borrowed from the Queen’s collection. The Duke wore his signature tux, adding a pearl-white handkerchief to complete the look. 
6. A sweet tribute
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At the BAFTAs in 2019, the Duchess made a touching tribute to Princess Diana by wearing the latter’s diamond and pearl earrings along with the Queen’s quatrefoil bracelet, an Alexander McQueen dress and clutch, and Jimmy Choo heels.
7. Sparkle and shine
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To attend the Tusk Conservation Awards in 2013, the Duchess chose a favourite designer of hers, Jenny Packham, for the red carpet, alongside the Duke of Cambridge in his classic choice of a black fine-wool tuxedo with a matching bowtie. 
8. Royal blue
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At a charity gala dinner in Mumbai, India, in 2016, the Duchess of Cambridge chose a long, draped, royal-blue gown by Jenny Packham and matching earrings.
9. Paris in the spring  
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During a visit to Paris in March 2017, the Duchess dazzled in a pale embellished Jenny Packham dress, matching Oscar de la Renta heels and diamond earrings and bracelet loaned by the Queen. 
10. Movie date 
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Prince William strays away from an all-black ensemble with a navy suit and maroon tie while the Duchess opts for a Matthew Williamson knee-length dress paired with Kiki McDonough earrings for the UK premiere of African Cats in 2012.
11. A rainy day 
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At the UK premiere of the film War Horse in 2012, the royal couple were caught in the rain walking down the red carpet, with the Duchess donning a Temperley dress with a complementary black velvet Mascaró clutch.
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The term “virtual red carpet” may call to mind viral style and the internet’s democratizing effect on fashion, but celebrities provided an alternate view at tonight’s Golden Globes. Though they were beamed in from around the world to celebrate the best in film and television, stars didn’t look to the digital age for outfit inspiration. Instead, Old Hollywood glamour served as a common theme. Nominee Elle Fanning name-checked Grace Kelly when describing her icy Gucci gown’s vibe, while Amanda Seyfried channeled the opulence of the silent era with a salmon-pink Oscar de la Renta creation that alluded to her Mank alter-ego, Marion Davies.
How one chose to interpret the unofficial motif varied. Some kept things chic and straightforward. In an ethereal Chanel couture gown, The United States vs. Billie Holiday star Andra Day gave viewers a taste of jazz age decadence. Her silk tulle gown with a sequin macramé bodice from Virginie Viard’s Spring/Summer 2021 collection was an airier version of the chanteuse gowns worn by Holiday as she took to the stage at L’Olympia Bruno Coquatrix.
By contrast, Cynthia Erivo’s electric Valentino Haute Couture look played with classic codes—a tea-length dress almost always nods to the past—while subverting them. Neon green with extreme proportions and platforms tall enough to make Lady Gaga raise an eyebrow, it commanded attention. Likewise, Regina King marked her historic Best Director nomination in an asymmetrical column gown by Louis Vuitton’s Nicolas Ghesquière that had enough sequins and crystals to light up the night sky. Glitzy without ever seeming fussy, it embodied the Globes’ celebratory spirit.
Amid all the throwback vibes, Globes ambassadors Jackson and Satchel Lee provided some freshness in complementary Gucci ensembles. With Satchel looking elegant in a matte black silk, floral gauze gown and Jackson wearing the brand’s Grottesco jacquard on a robe-like jacket, the siblings had an innate star quality that bodes well for their fashion future.
See the best dressed looks below.

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When Tunisian designer Azzedine Alaïa passed away in Paris on November 18, 2017 it was a dark day in the fashion industry. The King of Cling, as he was affectionately called, was one of the most adored designer’s in the game. While gone, he will never be forgotten. Here, Vogue Arabia salutes the legend and inimitable design maestro Alaïa, who has powered scores of iconic red carpet moments and redefined modern haute couture. Vogue Arabia traces the style evolution of Alaïa’s couture genius, as seen on the stars of the international red carpets and beyond, from the signature flared, knit minidress to the enveloping gowns that make even the slightest of movements appear in slow motion.
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