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The most daring looks Miley Cyrus has ever worn, from see-through dresses to latex leotards

3 July 2025 at 16:53
Miley Cyrus waves at fans in New York City.
Miley Cyrus in New York City on June 6, 2025.

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  • In addition to being a musician and actor, Miley Cyrus is also a style icon.
  • Many of her looks are extremely daring and involve everything from cutouts to plunging necklines.
  • Cyrus also often wears see-through outfits, quirky leotards, and bold accessories.

No one embraces daring fashion quite like Miley Cyrus.

The 32-year-old superstar has been wearing bold outfits since the start of her entertainment career. She's performed in latex leotards, attended awards shows in sheer gowns, and more.

Here's a look at those outfits and some of the other daring ensembles she's sported so far.

Miley Cyrus wore a blazer as a dress to the 2012 Billboard Music Awards.
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Miley Cyrus at the Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas, Nevada, on May 20, 2012.

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Her white, double-breasted blazer with a plunging neckline was designed by Jean Paul Gaultier. With this daring look, Cyrus proved she was way ahead of the "no-pants trend," which was most popular between 2016 and 2018.Β 

Equally bold were her accessories and hair, which included layered necklaces, black-and-white heels, and a short, volumized lob.

About seven months later, Cyrus attended a "VH1 Divas" event wearing a long-sleeved dress covered in cutouts.
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Miley Cyrus at a "VH1 Divas" event in Los Angeles, California, on December 16, 2012.

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The form-fitting dress had a high neckline, long sleeves, and a straight, calf-length skirt. The garment was especially unique thanks to diamond-shaped cutouts on each side that extended from her chest to her legs.

Cyrus completed the look with black pumps, matching nail polish, and short, spiked hair.

At the 2013 Met Gala, the musician paired an optical-illusion dress with one of her boldest hairstyles to date.
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Miley Cyrus at the "PUNK: Chaos to Couture" Met Gala in New York on May 6, 2013.

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Though her Marc Jacobs dress appeared to be see-through at first glance, it actually had a long-sleeved, fishnet overlay atop a nude, sleeveless piece. The outer fabric was also coated with sparkles.

To keep the emphasis on her standout dress, Cyrus opted for a classic beauty look that included black eyeliner, red lipstick, and neutral face products. Her hair, on the other hand, was styled in wispy blonde spikes that showed her brown roots.

Cyrus even found a way to wear sweatpants on the red carpet that year.
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Miley Cyrus at a Myspace event in Los Angeles, California, on June 12, 2013.

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She attended a Myspace event in a black bralette-style top, leather jacket, and white pumps. Cyrus also accessorized with a black handbag, layered necklaces, vibrant lipstick, and short blonde hair that was shaved on each side.Β 

It was her pants, however, that stole the show. The left leg of her pants was made from denim, and the right was made from gray sweatpants.Β 

She then wore numerous wild outfits during the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards.
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Miley Cyrus at the MTV Video Music Awards in New York City on August 25, 2013.

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First, she wore a strapless, fuzzy leotard designed to look like a gray mouse. Underneath was a nude, two-piece set made from latex, which she wore for her infamous performance with Robin Thicke.

She also wore white Creeper shoes from TUK Footwear, a choker necklace, and tiny space buns atop her head.

Toward the end of 2013, Cyrus wore cat-print swimwear and matching platform heels for an awards show.
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Miley Cyrus at the American Music Awards in Los Angeles on November 24, 2013.

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The bathing suit β€” which had a sleeveless crop top and high-cut bottoms β€” was designed by Markus Lupfer.Β 

Though she performed in just the two-piece set, heels, and clear accessories, Cyrus later added a white jacket backstage.

She wore dozens of unique looks during her 2014 Bangerz Tour β€” including this leotard made from fake money.
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Miley Cyrus performs in Montpellier, France, on May 23, 2014.

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The suit β€” which had long sleeves, a deep, V-shaped neckline, and a high-cut bottom β€” was covered in fake bills with Cyrus' face on them.

In addition to her outfit, the musician also wore oversize gold chains, a cannabis-leaf charm, and a green choker.

She also took her daring style offstage and wore skin-baring outfits for red carpets.
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Miley Cyrus at the amfAR LA Inspiration Gala in Hollywood on October 29, 2014.

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One such look was a black Tom Ford design that showed almost her entire torso. It had see-through long sleeves made from mesh and thick black straps that strategically crisscrossed over her chest.

Cyrus completed the look with a sleek blonde bob and dark eye makeup.

The following year, Cyrus put a daring twist on red-carpet elegance for the 2015 Met Gala.
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Miley Cyrus attends the Costume Institute Benefit Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 4, 2015, in New York City.

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Her black dress, designed by Alexander Wang, had a high neckline, long sleeves, and a floor-length skirt.

It was also covered in gold studs from top to bottom and had four cutouts β€” two teardrop-shaped ones near the neckline, and larger, half-moon-shaped cutouts across her waist.

She then paired a strapless Moschino gown with red gloves and black boots.
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Miley Cyrus at the amfAR Inspiration Gala in New York City on June 16, 2015.

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In true Moschino style, the quirky dress had a sweetheart neckline and a giant bow that extended into a train. The red, satin gown was also covered in black-and-red hearts made from sequins.

Cyrus also wore black Doc Martens boots decorated with the same heart pattern.

Months later, Cyrus hit the red carpet in a sparkling suit and white boots.
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Miley Cyrus at a World AIDS Day event in New York City on December 1, 2015.

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Her sparkling pink outfit included a long-sleeved jacket cropped at the waist, straight-legged pants, and a matching belt with a silver buckle.

Cyrus' boots, on the other hand, were white, though the stars on them were a metallic pink shade.

While campaigning for Hillary Clinton in 2016, Cyrus wore a giant bow in place of a shirt.
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Miley Cyrus campaigns at a college dorm in Virginia on October 22, 2016.

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The blue bow, which she wore as a bralette, had a red heart directly in the middle. She also showed her patriotic side in a red-and-white striped skirt, silver heels, and a pink feather headpiece.

And though she wasn't photographed wearing it, Cyrus also carried a sparkling red, white, and blue top hat.

Cyrus once again showed her love for see-through clothes and heart prints in 2017.
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Miley Cyrus at the iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas on September 23, 2017.

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On the red carpet, she wore a heart-print crop top underneath a sheer, calf-length jacket covered in the same print. She also wore matching lace tights that were entirely see-through over a red pair of underwear.

To complete the look, the musician wore red satin sandals, matching lipstick, and heart-shaped earrings.

In 2018, the "Midnight Sky" musician put a modern twist on old Hollywood glamour.
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Miley Cyrus at an event held by Elton John in West Hollywood, California, on March 4, 2018.

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She attended an event held by Elton John in an asymmetrical gown partially covered in sparkles and partially made from satin. The latter side was bright pink and resembled Marilyn Monroe's famous gown.

The other side, however, was silver and textured. The long-sleeved gown was also unique thanks to its cutout underneath the neckline and its zig-zag pattern that split the two fabrics.

At the Met Gala that year, Cyrus looked sophisticated in a black gown with a plunging neckline.
Miley Cyrus at the Met Gala 2018
Miley Cyrus at the Met Gala 2018

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The halter-style Stella McCartney design also had a mermaid-style skirt and an open back that showed off her tattoos. Cyrus paired the garment with gold necklaces and a short blonde hairstyle.

Cyrus let her shoes do the talking at the 2019 Grammy Awards.
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Miley Cyrus attends the 2019 Grammys in California on February 10, 2019.

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She arrived on the red carpet in a black Mugler pantsuit, which included pants that flared at the ankles, and an oversize jacket worn without a shirt underneath.

But it was her shoes that really stood out. Cyrus wore vegan heels designed by Bradley Kenneth Eyewear and made by Mink Shoes. They were black sandals with gold-chain straps and two heels in the shapes of her initials: "M" and "C."

She continued to wear wild accessories later that year.
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Miley Cyrus attends New York Fashion Week on September 9, 2019.

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For a Tom Ford fashion show, Cyrus wore black satin pants, a black top with a plunging neckline, and a long velvet jacket.

The rest of her look was even bolder. She donned platform boots with sparkling heels, oversize sunglasses, and a big, fuzzy hat.

At the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards, Cyrus wore a see-through dress covered in tiny mirrors.
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Miley Cyrus at the MTV Video Music Awards in August 2020.

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Her strapless gown, designed by Mugler, was worn over two black undergarments.

Cyrus also wore sheer gloves covered in black beads, strappy sandals, red lipstick, and her new signature mullet.

She wore platforms again in October 2020, but this time with a larger-than-life hat.
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Miley Cyrus and Tish Cyrus leave a New York City hotel in October 2020.

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While leaving a New York City hotel with her mom, Cyrus was photographed in a red calf-length coat, a white scoop-neck shirt, and wide-legged leather pants with silver zippers across each shin.

Of course, a face mask was part of her ensemble, as were oversize sunglasses, layers of necklaces, and a towering top hat with a wide brim. Cyrus also woreΒ black, alligator-print platform boots and carried a handbag with what appears to be a cat-shaped handle.

Cyrus walked around New York City in 2021 while wearing a rock-inspired outfit.
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Miley Cyrus walks around SoHo on May 6, 2021.

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Her DIY-looking T-shirt read "Let It Rock," and she tucked it into a plaid miniskirt. To complete the look, Cyrus also wore velvet heels with gray bows, fishnet tights, a white garter, and messy buns.

In July 2021, Cyrus performed in Las Vegas for Independence Day while wearing a flag-themed outfit.
Miley Cyrus performs in Las Vegas, Nevada, on July 4, 2021.
Miley Cyrus performs in Las Vegas, Nevada, on July 4, 2021.

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Her sleeveless top was made from black leather with silver sequin stars embroidered on it, while her miniskirt was covered in red-and-white sequined stripes from top to bottom.

Cyrus also wore silver jewelry, black knee-high boots with the same star pattern, and a spiked mullet.

She hit the stage again two months later in a daring blouse.
Miley Cyrus performs in Atlanta, Georgia, on September 19, 2021.
Miley Cyrus performs in Atlanta, Georgia, on September 19, 2021.

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While performing in Atlanta for the Music Midtown festival, Cyrus was photographed onstage wearing a halter shirt with a black collar and two shining hoops of fabric that draped across her chest.

She didn't wear anything else under the shirt, which showed many of her tattoos.

Cyrus wore a sparkling fringe dress to a Gucci fashion show in November 2021.
Miley Cyrus and Maxx Morando at the Gucci Love Parade on November 2, 2021.
Miley Cyrus and Maxx Morando at the Gucci Love Parade on November 2, 2021.

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Her burgundy Gucci dress was covered in a sparkling blue fringe from top to bottom. It also had a thigh-high slit up its skirt, and a yellow feather belt across her hips.

Cyrus also carried a gold purse and wore metallic sandal heels.

The musician also wore her boldest pantsuit to date that month.
Miley Cyrus attends the LACMA Art + Film Gallery in California, on November 6, 2021.
Miley Cyrus attends the LACMA Art + Film Gallery in California on November 6, 2021.

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Designed by Gucci and Balenciaga, her cream-colored suit was covered in a vibrant, floral print and the Balenciaga logo.

Cyrus wore it with a high-neck blouse underneath, a matching purse, and an oversize emerald ring.

To kick off 2022, Cyrus hosted a New Year's Eve party with Pete Davidson and wore a colorful, three-piece set.
Miley Cyrus in Florida for her 2021 New Year's Eve party.
Miley Cyrus in Florida for her New Year's Eve party on December 31, 2021.

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The outfit included a sparkling blue bralette worn underneath a short coat crafted from rainbow-colored feathers.Β 

She also wore bedazzled platform sandals and a miniskirt made from pink lace, purple beads, and silver sequins.

She later changed into a silver set and experienced a major wardrobe malfunction.
Miley Cyrus in Florida for her 2021 New Year's Eve party.
Miley Cyrus in Florida for her New Year's Eve party on December 31, 2021.

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The two-piece set had a backless halter top with rips in the front and a matching miniskirt with asymmetrical pleats.

She was performing "Party in the USA" when the top part of her outfit broke, forcing her to hold it up and quickly make her way backstage. Cyrus then threw on a red blazer and seamlessly carried out the rest of her performance.

"Everybody's definitely looking at me now," she then jokingly sang before adding: "I'm still in the most clothes I've ever worn onstage."

Early in 2022, Cyrus performed in Colombia while wearing a cutout catsuit.
Miley Cyrus performs in Bogota, Colombia, on March 21, 2022.
Miley Cyrus performs in BogotΓ‘, Colombia, on March 21, 2022.

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Her long-sleeved outfit was black and covered in tiny cutouts. The small circular ones extended from the garment's neckline to its pant legs, and a giant cutout with crisscross straps sat across its bodice.

In 2023, she was photographed wearing a body-hugging corset dress.
Miley Cyrus attends the Daily Front Row's Fashion Los Angeles Awards on April 23, 2023.
Miley Cyrus attends the Daily Front Row's Fashion Los Angeles Awards on April 23, 2023.

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Her Versace dress was strapless with a sharp, plunging neckline, cone top, and leather skirt.

Cyrus wore the bold garment with pointed pumps, black leather gloves, and her hair styled in loose waves.

Cyrus couldn't get enough of daring fashion at the 2024 Grammys.
Miley Cyrus attends the 2024 Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California.
Miley Cyrus attends the 2024 Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California.

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She first hit the red carpet in a custom ensemble designed by Maison Margiela. The golden chain-link dress was entirely see-through and intricately designed with different patterns from top to bottom.

The metallic piece also showed off her many tattoos and paired perfectly with her blown-out hairstyle.

Later that night, she changed into a brown dress with a slit that reached her waist.
Miley Cyrus attends the 2024 Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California.
Miley Cyrus attends the 2024 Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California.

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The custom Gucci gown had a thin bodice with a single strap, which barely covered her chest across one side of her body.

The revealing top design mirrored the gown's showstopping skirt, which was slit down the side starting at her waist.

Cyrus wore the dress with pointed pumps, a feather shawl, and a leather purse.

This year, Cyrus stepped out in mesh while promoting her latest album.
Miley Cyrus signs autographs while wearing a see-through mesh gown.
Miley Cyrus in New York City on June 4, 2025.

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She was visiting New York City when she was photographed wearing a black, sleeveless gown that was see-through.

Designed by Ludovic de Saint Sernin, the dress had a mermaid-style skirt, a plunging neckline, and a piece of fabric tied across the collarbone.

She then took fringe to another level.
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Miley Cyrus in New York City on June 6, 2025.

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Also in New York City, Cyrus wore a Schiaparelli couture design. It included a sleeveless, fishnet dress embellished with crystals and a fringe skirt, as well as a massive, fringe-covered coat.

She also carried a Schiaparelli purse with the brand's signature gold anatomy charms.

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Everything to know about Lauren SΓ‘nchez and Jeff Bezos' wedding in Venice

Lauren SΓ‘nchez and Jeff Bezos attend the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party.
Lauren SΓ‘nchez and Jeff Bezos attend the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party.

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  • Jeff Bezos and Lauren SΓ‘nchez will wed in Venice this week.
  • The event is expected to have a star-studded guest list drawing from the worlds of politics, Hollywood, and business.
  • The couple went public with their relationship in 2019 and became engaged in 2023.

Private planes and yachts are headed to Venice, Italy, this week as the rich and famous gather for what is sure to be among the most extravagant weddings of the season: that of Jeff Bezos and Lauren SΓ‘nchez.

While Bezos, 61, and SΓ‘nchez, 55, who went public with their relationship in January 2019, have yet to share any details about the event, the wedding has sparked both intrigue and anger.

The couple invited about 200 guests, the city of Venice said in a statement, and London-based Lanza and Baucina, a discreet event production firm, is planning the festivities.

Media reports have speculated that Bezos' $500 million superyacht Koru and the Scuola Grande della Misericordia, a large-scale event space, could serve as venues.

As could be expected with the third-richest person in the world, the event will likely be costly.

Roberta Camille Lione, a luxury wedding planner and founder of Italian Knot, told Business Insider that a budget of more than 10 million euros, or about $11.5 million, is plausible for a high-end, multiday celebration in Venice.

"European glamour is having a bit of a renaissance" right now, luxury wedding planner and event producer Sarah Haywood told BI.

"Whoever you are, on your wedding day, you want a day that's more special than your ordinary everyday," Haywood said. "But if your ordinary everyday is Jeff Bezos', that's a challenge."

Here's what we know about the highly anticipated event so far.

Lauren SΓ‘nchez and Jeff Bezos posed on the red carpet at the Vanity Fair Oscars Party in 2024.
Lauren SΓ‘nchez and Jeff Bezos attended the Vanity Fair Oscars Party in 2024.

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The wedding is expected to draw a star-studded guest list β€”Β and protests

On Tuesday, A-listers started to arrive in Venice ahead of the event. Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner were photographed taking a water taxi to the St. Regis hotel, while Diane von Furstenberg was spotted landing at the Marco Polo hotel.

If their two engagement parties β€” one on Koru and the other at billionaire Barry Diller and von Furstenberg's Beverly Hills home β€” are any indication, the wedding will be a gathering of the world's most powerful people. Guests at the two previous events included Bill Gates, Oprah Winfrey, and Leonardo DiCaprio. SΓ‘nchez's bachelorette party in Paris was just as star-studded, with Kris Jenner, Kim Kardashian, and Katy Perry in attendance.

The guests are expected to stay at some of the city's most luxurious hotels. The Gritti Palace, Hotel Cipriani, and Aman, where rooms can cost upward of $10,000 a night, are largely booked for the week.

While Venice has insisted it is equipped to handle the ceremony, citing its "experience in international events much larger than this," the event has already sparked protests from Venice locals concerned about overtourism. Protest organizers, who put up signs that say "No space for Bezos," have also said they plan to disrupt the wedding.

A spokesperson for Bezos and SΓ‘nchez declined to confirm details of the event, but pointed to a statement from planner Lanza and Baucina.

"Rumours of 'taking over' the city are entirely false and diametrically opposed to our goals and to reality," the statement said. "No exaggerated quantity of water taxis or gondolas have ever been booked, the number of taxis reserved being proportionate for the number of guests."

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Protesters in Venice hung a "No space for Bezos" sign over the Rialto Bridge.

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"As Municipality of Venice, from the beginning, we are mutually working and supporting the organizers, to ensure that the event will be absolutely respectful of the fragility and uniqueness of the city. For this reason, we will work together for best result. Whoever loves Venice will always be welcome," Luigi Brugnaro, the mayor of Venice, said in a statement.

The story of Bezos and SΓ‘nchez

Bezos and SΓ‘nchez have been together since at least January 2019, when the National Enquirer tabloid newspaper outed their relationship, saying it had obtained explicit text messages sent between the pair.

Shortly after, Bezos and his now ex-wife, MacKenzie Scott, announced their separation. By the end of that year, both parties had finalized their divorces β€” Bezos to MacKenzie Scott and SΓ‘nchez to Patrick Whitesell, the executive chairman of Endeavor β€” and the couple was making public appearances at events like the Allen & Company conference in Sun Valley and Wimbledon.

Since then, they have frequently appeared together, whether aboard Koru or on red carpets at the Vanity Fair Oscars Party and Met Gala.

The couple confirmed their engagement in May 2023.

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11 daring dresses that might be banned at the Cannes Film Festival if worn today

17 May 2025 at 11:12
Bella Hadid walks down the red carpet while wearing a lung-shaped necklace at the Cannes Film Festival.
Bella Hadid at the 2021 Cannes Film Festival.

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  • The 2025 Cannes Film Festival will run between May 13 and May 24.
  • This year, guests have received an updated dress code that bans nudity and dresses with long trains.
  • Iconic gowns worn by Bella Hadid and other stars in the past have been sheer and dramatically long.

I never thought I'd say this, but we need more "naked" dresses on the Cannes Film Festival red carpet.

You know the style I'm talking about. They're form-fitted, made with mesh, and heavily beaded in just the right areas.

My colleagues and I have been complaining for years that they've overtaken red carpets (at the French festival and elsewhere), but I take it all back now that they've been banned from Cannes.

A new dress code for this year's event, which runs until May 24, prohibits nudity "for decency reasons." The film festival has also put a stop to excessively voluminous dress trains that make it difficult for others to walk the red carpet or sit inside theaters.

Clearly, we didn't appreciate what we had when we had it.

So, as we mourn the loss of these dramatic fashion staples, here's a look at some daring outfits from past Cannes Film Festivals that probably wouldn't be allowed on the red carpet in 2025.

Eva Longoria's gray gown at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival showed a lot of skin.
Eva Longoria walks toward photographers in a sheer, sparkling gown.
Eva Longoria at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival.

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Though the Gabriela Cadena piece appeared conservative from the front with its solid gray fabric, it was actually entirely sheer down its sides.

Only clusters of silver sparkles and see-through mesh sat atop her legs, hips, and torso. Though it worked then, the partial nudity might not fly at this year's event.

Kendall Jenner put an edgy twist on sheer fashion in 2016.
Kendall Jenner poses in a sheer dress at the Cannes Film Festival.
Kendall Jenner at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival.

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Roberto Cavalli designed Jenner's sheer black gown, which might not make it past security at Cannes today.

The long-sleeved piece, crafted from mesh, showed most of her body. She wore only high-waisted underwear beneath it.

A snake print and light glitter made the dress even more dramatic.

Everyone remembers the model's 2018 appearance in a white Schiaparelli number.
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Kendall Jenner at the 2018 Cannes Film Festival.

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That year, she ditched a bra when she wore her tulle gown, which showed her chest with sheer straps that acted as a top.

Its long, tiered skirt was also see-through and voluminous, though not enough to get in the way of other people walking the red carpet.

Deepika Padukone covered the Cannes stairs with a massive train in 2019.
Deepika Padukone poses at the top of steps at the Cannes Film Festival while women adjust the train of her skirt.
Deepika Padukone at the 2019 Cannes Film Festival.

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Every inch of the actor's Peter Dundas gown was dramatic that year.

It had giant puffed sleeves, a bow that extended past her torso, and a skirt train that was so long it covered numerous steps behind her.

The gown was the definition of voluminous, especially because she needed at least two people to help her get up the stairs.

Ngoc Trinh, on the other hand, essentially wore a leotard that year.
A side-by-side photo of Ngoc Trinh at the Cannes Film Festival wearing a black dress.
Ngoc Trinh at the 2019 Cannes Film Festival.

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The model walked the Cannes red carpet in a black number from Đỗ Long. It was made from mesh and therefore entirely sheer.

It was also cut in a daring style. The outfit featured a backless halter top, a keyhole cutout at the chest, a thong bottom, and two thin strips of fabric in place of a skirt.

Bella Hadid made a bold accessory choice in 2021 that might break some current rules.
Bella Hadid attends the "Tre Piani" screening at Cannes on July 11, 2021.
Bella Hadid at the 2021 Cannes Film Festival.

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Hadid wore a plain black gown at Cannes in 2021.

However, her long-sleeved Schiaparelli dress was daring with a scooped neckline that plunged to her waist.

The model also wore a golden necklace shaped like lungs to cover her chest. Though not technically nude, wearing the same pieces at the 2025 event would be risky.

Farhana Bodi brought a ton of ruffles to Cannes that year.
Farhana Bodi poses in a fluffy yellow dress at the Cannes Film Festival.
Farhana Bodi at the 2021 Cannes Film Festival.

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The TV star was a vibrant pop of color on the red carpet thanks to her strapless yellow dress. It was crafted from tulle in tiers of ruffles that extended into a long, thick train.

Because the skirt pieces have since been banned, there's a chance that Bodi wouldn't be able to wear the same dress to this year's event.

Leila Depina sported crystal chainmail in 2023.
Leila Depina wears a crystal chainmail dress at the Cannes Film Festival.
Leila Depina at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival.

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The model wore a simple thong beneath a sleeveless look crafted from strings of crystals, which showed her body.

To complete the look, Depina sported see-through sandals and delicate jewelry.

Didi Stone was one of last year's best-dressed stars, but one of her gowns might not slide in 2025.
Didi Stone at the "Le Comte de Monte-Cristo" screening during the 2024 Cannes Film Festival.
Didi Stone at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival.

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For one red carpet, the French model wore a black StΓ©phane Rolland gown. It was made with thick black fabric that draped around her head and hips in a circle and down her legs as a skirt.

What made the ensemble even more daring, though, were the layered rope necklaces she wore as a top. It was bold enough to possibly break this year's dress code.

Hadid skipped a bra for one of her Cannes appearances last year.
Bella Hadid attends "The Apprentice" red carpet at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival.
Bella Hadid at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival.

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Saint Laurent created the brown halter dress she wore last year, which was almost entirely sheer. Only her waist and hips were wrapped with extra fabric to create a more opaque look.

It might not have been Hadid's most dramatic look at the film festival, but it was one of her most see-through.

Mean Sonyta wore one of the longest trains in Cannes history last year.
Mean Sonyta waves while the train of her dress cascades down stairs.
Mean Sonyta at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival.

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The actor and model wrote on Instagram at the time that she wanted her Cannes outfit to honor Cambodian fashion.

So she tapped designer brand De l'Elegance to create her strapless gown, matching hat, and extensive green train. It was so long, however, that similar trains might not be allowed at future Cannes festivals.

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A luxury version of H&M is taking over in 2025 — and making it cool to be basic

17 May 2025 at 09:02
Two men walk the 2024 COS runway in winter menswear.
Men walk the Spring/Summer 2025 COS runway.

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  • COS is having a major moment. Lyst just named it one of the "hottest brands" of Q1.
  • The London-based fashion label, owned by H&M, is known for its high-quality basics.
  • Its menswear pieces and new fragrance line are boosting its appeal with shoppers.

I promise it's OK to be basic. In fact, it might even be cool.

A few months ago, I started hearing friends and colleagues regularly talk about the London-based fashion label COS, which is owned by H&M. Admittedly, I tuned them out. Its clothes looked a little too simple for me.

But I couldn't escape the brand.

Fashion influencers started raving about COS in interviews when I asked about their wardrobe staples. Then, I saw Lyst, a fashion search and shopping platform, name COS one of the "hottest brands" of Q1 this year, jumping 11 spots since its Q4 listing in 2024.

That's partially because COS is ideal for shoppers "seeking the 'quiet luxury' aesthetic without the luxury price tag," Turner Allen, a 32-year-old personal stylist, told Business Insider.

It's also because COS has done something many other brands haven't: created basic clothes that people actually want to wear.

A Cos store in a mall.
A COS boutique in New York City.

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Men and perfume: two ingredients to success

Women have long been touting COS as the ultimate aspirational luxury line. BI reporter Sam Grindell Pettyjohn described the store as "H&M's more sophisticated, socially conscious, and luxurious older sister."

Men are now coming to the same conclusion. Alex Nicoll, 29, a former Fortune 500 employee turned fashion influencer, swears by COS.

"It's really slept on for men's fashion," he told BI. "It's a good place to play around with classic silhouettes, and pieces that are a little bit more playful and different."

COS has put in the effort to attract shoppers like Nicoll.

While it's long offered classic styles like trousers and blazers, the brand is now also selling utility bags, cropped polos, and tinted sunglasses specifically for men. This appeals to current trends while remaining timeless.

Allen said that mix of "clean, approachable, and still fashion-forward" styles is key.

"It's a winning formula for men who want to elevate their style without stepping too far outside their comfort zone," he added.

The brand also reflects those styles in its marketing, from prominently displaying men on its Instagram page to making menswear a huge part of its Spring/Summer 2025 runway collection.

A model walks the 2024 COS runway in winter menswear.
A model wears linen and wool pieces from COS at the brand's Spring/Summer 2025 runway show.

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All the while, COS is still equally catering to the rest of its customers.

The brand's $99 barrel-leg trousers for women became an instant success this year, and most sizes are now sold out. Lyst has cited the pants as the sixth most-popular garment of Q1.

In mid-April, the brand also launched COS Perfumery, a unisex line of fragrances and candles retailing between $49 and $99.

Lyst said the scents are another factor in the brand's 44% increase in demand this year.

After all, COS shoppers no longer have to turn to brands like Byredo and Le Labo for luxury fragrances. They can buy their favorite clothes and perfume in the same online order.

Luxury clothes without high price tags

New tariffs and a potential recession are changing how people shop, and luxury lifestyle brands are already being affected.

COS, however, holds a unique spot.

It's technically a runway brand that sells luxury-adjacent garments, many of which lean into the old-money aesthetic. Its products retail between $15 for small items like socks and $1,390 for shearling-lined coats.

However, they aren't as expensive as those from retailers like The Row, Bottega Veneta, and Loewe.

COS also boasts brand ambassadors like Adrien Brody and celebrity fans like Jodie Turner-Smith. If the brand is good enough for Hollywood actors, it's golden for fashion fans.

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Mannequins inside a COS store.

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COS clothes look and feel good, plain and simple

Nicoll said he loves COS because the brand "keeps up with trends like a fast-fashion brand would" without compromising on "materials or construction." Fashion fans on social media have said the same.

"This is like Skims but for men," TikToker @stefffanos wrote about COS T-shirts after trying them in April. Skims does sell menswear, including T-shirts.

Andrea Cheong, a fashion writer and influencer, also applauded the brand's stitching, fabric reinforcements, and thick materials in a video.

The clothing is made with a variety of classic materials like linen, denim, and wool, many of which are said to be sustainably sourced. COS also publicly shares a list of its current suppliers on its website.

That craftsmanship completes the COS fashion puzzle. With its reputation for high-quality pieces β€” as well as reasonable prices, coveted menswear, and timeless styles β€” there's nothing the brand doesn't have.

COS is trendy, unisex, and feels rich, though you don't need to be to shop the brand.

"It's a great option for shoppers who want to step off the fast-fashion hamster wheel, but still look current and put-together," Allen said.

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Celebrities partied all weekend ahead of the 2025 Met Gala. Here are the best looks they wore.

Sabrina Carpenter wears a blue Versace dress and platform-heeled sandals while entering a pre-Met Gala party in New York City.
Sabrina Carpenter enters the Moda Operandi pre-Met Gala party in New York City.

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  • Over the weekend, numerous parties were held to celebrate the 2025 Met Gala.
  • Colman Domingo and Pharrell Williams took fashion-forward approaches to menswear.
  • Cynthia Erivo and Sabrina Carpenter also wore eye-catching outfits.

The 2025 Met Gala doesn't start until Monday night, but celebrities already spent the weekend celebrating.

Stars will soon gather at the Metropolitan Museum of Art for the annual Met Gala, a fundraiser for the museum's Costume Institute.

For the 2025 gala, A-list attendees will dress for the event's "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" theme, which honors Black Dandyism and menswear.

Stars won't reveal how they're channeling the Met Gala theme until they walk the red carpet, but the outfits they wore to pre-parties for the event over the weekend might offer clues.

Take a look at some of the best outfits stars wore to pre-Met Gala events.

Laura Harrier looked like she stepped out of the '90s in a baby-pink minidress for the Moda Operandi party.
Laura Harrier in a sparkly pink dress on a New York street.
Laura Harrier at the Moda Operandi pre-Met Gala cocktail party on May 3, 2025.

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Versace designed the actor's sleeveless slip, which was covered from top to bottom in translucent sequins. The dress also had a cowl neckline and the brand's signature hardware in silver across each strap.

She wore it with black patent-leather kitten heels, a micro purse in black, and small diamond stud earrings.

Anne Hathaway embraced menswear, matching the 2025 Met Gala theme.
Anne Hathaway stands in a black suit and sunglasses.
Anne Hathaway at the Moda Operandi pre-Met Gala cocktail party on May 3, 2025.

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Also in Versace, Hathaway wore a white button-down blouse, a loose black blazer with a gold logo embellishment at its pocket, and straight-leg trousers.

Her party look was cool and chic on its own, but it became more feminine thanks to her choice of accessories.

The actor carried a sparkling gold purse, sported large sunglasses on her face, and donned heeled sandals with beaded detailing.

Ariana DeBose was there in a blazer-style dress.
Ariana Debose walks in a skirt suit on a New York street.
Ariana Debose at the Moda Operandi pre-Met Gala cocktail party on May 3, 2025.

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Her black Versace number had long sleeves, a deep V-neckline, crystal buttons, and an above-the-knee skirt.

The garment gave a feminine edge to a classic menswear piece.

It was her silver accents, however, that really stole the show. To complete her look, she added thick sunglasses, silver sandals with bow straps, and a shimmering purse with ring handles.

Oil heiress Ivy Getty wore one of the night's most daring looks.
Ivy Getty poses in a colorful dress on a street in New York.
Ivy Getty at the Moda Operandi pre-Met Gala cocktail party on May 3, 2025.

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Getty wore a yellow Versace minidress with long sleeves, an all-over shell print, and a plunging neckline that revealed the middle section of her torso. One of Versace's signature gold safety pins held the garment together.

She completed the look with classic accessories, including black pumps, a crystal anklet with a cross charm, a gold purse, and hoop earrings.

Sabrina Carpenter looked like a mermaid in a shimmering blue gown.
Sabrina Carpenter walks in a sparkly, blue dress in New York.
Sabrina Carpenter at the Moda Operandi pre-Met Gala cocktail party on May 3, 2025.

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For the Moda Operandi party, the "Espresso" singer stepped out in a sleeveless Versace dress that hugged her body and shimmered in the light.

It had sheer sequins all over its baby-blue fabric, a gold safety pin that pulled it together at the hips, and a thigh-high slit in its skirt. For shoes, Carpenter wore her signature platforms in the form of tan sandals.

Donatella Versace made a vibrant appearance in pink.
Donatella Versace in a pink suit on a New York street.
Donatella Versace at the Moda Operandi pre-Met Gala cocktail party on May 3, 2025.

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The fashion designer wore one of the brightest looks of the night: a hot-pink suit over a yellow blouse printed with shell images.

She also wore platform Versace heels in the same pink shade, dangling crystal earrings, and rectangular sunglasses with cherry-red frames.

Met Gala co-chair Colman Domingo wore a textured suit to his stylists' Wayman + Micah's pre-Met party on Sunday.
Colman Domingo in a textured suit in front of a red couch.
Colman Domingo at Wayman + Micah's pre-Met party on May 4, 2025.

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Domingo attended pre-Met Gala events throughout the weekend, and his cream suit from Eleven Sixteen for Wayman + Micah's party spoke directly to the 2025 Met Gala theme.

The bold tailoring of his cream suit represented Black dandyism, while the thick material and checked pattern made it feel modern. Domingo's tie coordinated with the suit, and his white shoes completed the outfit effortlessly.

Taraji P. Henson put a sparkly spin on a jacket and pants at LaQuan Smith's pre-Met Gala party on Sunday.
Taraji P. Henson stands in a gray, sparkly suit in a restaurant.
Taraji P. Henson at the LaQuan Smith Met Gala pre-party on May 4, 2025.

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On Sunday, Henson also played with the silhouette of a suit, arriving at the LaQuan Smith Met Gala party in a fitted jacket and matching wide-legged trousers.

The jacket was open on Henson's chest, mirroring the pointed hemline that cinched her waist. Sparkles covered the entire outfit, giving it a glitzy edge.

The same night, Pharrell Williams was spotted arriving at Anna Wintour's Met Gala dinner in a more casual look.
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Pharrell Williams at Anna Wintour's pre-Met Gala party on May 4, 2025.

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Williams is also a Met Gala co-chair this year, and he arrived at the dinner that Wintour hosts the night before the event in a mix of high- and low-fashion garments.

He paired a green blouse and a brown sweatshirt with khaki trousers and a Louis Vuitton trench coat. His coat matched his bag, and Williams added sunglasses and a yellow cap to the look.

The ensemble effortlessly blended styles, perhaps offering a clue as to how Williams might be approaching his Met Gala look.

Cynthia Erivo chose an oversize suit and colorful tie for the UTA pre-Met soiree on Sunday.
Cynthia Erivo stands in a brown suit and sunglasses.
Cynthia Erivo at the UTA pre-Met soiree on May 4, 2025.

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Erivo's Saint Laurent suit was double-breasted, and the coordinating pants flared wide. Her blouse underneath featured a colorful pattern of stripes, bringing out the purple hue of her tie.

Tinted sunglasses and Christian Louboutin shoes completed the look.

RegΓ©-Jean Page attended the same event in a modern take on a pinstripe suit.
RegΓ©-Jean Page sits in a blue suit on a brown chair.
RegΓ©-Jean Page at the UTA pre-Met soiree on May 4, 2025.

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Page's Brioni suit was bright blue and had a classic pinstripe pattern, which the actor juxtaposed with a more relaxed pink T-shirt.

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The best and worst looks celebrities wore at the 2025 Time100 Gala

25 April 2025 at 17:59
Blake Lively wears an off-the-shoulder gown with a corset bodice and a two-piece skirt at the Time100 Gala.
Blake Lively at the 2025 Time100 Gala in New York City.

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  • Time celebrated its list of 2025's most influential people with a New York City gala on Thursday.
  • Stars including Blake Lively, Snoop Dogg, and Gayle King were in attendance.
  • Some of those celebrities looked stunning on the red carpet, while others made fashion mistakes.

The most influential people of 2025 have officially been chosen by Time.

Blake Lively, Serena Williams, and Snoop Dogg are just a handful of the actors, athletes, and musicians the publication chose this year.

They're also among the stars who attended Time's celebratory gala in New York City on Thursday night in stunning fashion.

Unfortunately, a handful of other attendees missed the mark with their outfit choices.

Here's a look at the best and worst ensembles seen on the Time100 red carpet.

Demi Moore stunned in a cream-colored gown and matching blazer.
Demi Moore poses on the Time100 red carpet while wearing a cream-colored halter gown, a blazer over her shoulders, and long diamond earrings.
Demi Moore at the 2025 Time100 Gala in New York City.

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Zac Posen and Kim Jones made the couture GapStudio ensemble for Moore.

It had a ruched bodice with a halter strap, a cinched waistband, and a flowing skirt that grazed the floor.

Moore wore the dress with a cream blazer draped over her shoulders, a statement diamond bangle, numerous sparkling rings, and long earrings that almost touched her shoulders.

The outfit was simple, elegant, and made perfectly for Moore.

The jumpsuit Kristen Bell wore needed a few tweaks.
Kristen Bell wears a red Carolina Herrera jumpsuit with a strapless top and wide pant legs on the Time100 red carpet.
Kristen Bell at the 2025 Time100 Gala in New York City.

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Some aspects of the Carolina Herrera look worked for Bell, like its vibrant red color and its long, wide pant legs that made the petite actor look taller.

Other areas, though, were confusing. Its strapless bodice, for example, would have better suited a formal gown than a casual jumpsuit.

Bell could have avoided the fashion mishap by either wearing a dress or choosing a sleeved one-piece.

Serena Williams had fun with accessories and old Hollywood glamour.
Serena Williams wears a black, off-the-shoulder gown with thin cutouts, diamond accessories, and a silver watch at the Time100 Gala.
Serena Williams at the 2025 Time100 Gala in New York City.

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Williams walked the red carpet in a black Stella McCartney number. Her off-the-shoulder dress had sliced cutouts from top to bottom and a form-fitting skirt that nearly reached her ankles.

The garment stood out on its own, but Williams made it even better with accessories. She wore semi-sheer gloves, layered diamond necklaces, dangling earrings, and a variation of the Royal Oak watch from Audemars Piguet.

She looked simultaneously edgy and chic, creating a style that is entirely her own.

Scarlett Johansson's all-black outfit was a tad underwhelming.
Scarlett Johansson poses in a black halter dress with gold detailing at the Time100 Gala.
Scarlett Johansson at the 2025 Time100 Gala in New York City.

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It's almost impossible for Johansson to look bad. Still, her Tom Ford gown left something to be desired.

The black halter piece was pretty plain with a V-neck top, a form-fitted skirt that reached the floor, and a thin gold clip that created light ruching at the waist.

Her gold choker, mixed-metal rings, and silver square earrings helped enhance the look slightly, but the Roberto Coin accessories weren't enough to make the outfit memorable.

Snoop Dogg looked sharp in a button-embellished suit.
Snoop Dogg wears thick sunglasses, a button-embellished suit, and green dress shoes on the Time100 Gala red carpet.
Snoop Dogg at the 2025 Time100 Gala in New York City.

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The musician posed on the red carpet in a three-piece set that was effortlessly cool.

His black blazer was studded with gold buttons down its lapels and his trousers were fitted at the ankle to create a unique silhouette. A black tie contrasted his white button-down shirt.

Snoop Dogg completed the outfit with chain-embedded sunglasses, diamond rings, a silver square watch, and green Oxford sneakers.

Ed Sheeran experimented with a pink suit, but its pale color washed him out.
Ed Sheeran wears a light-pink suit, white T-shirt, and white sneakers on the Time100 Gala red carpet.
Ed Sheeran at the 2025 Time100 Gala in New York City.

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Sheeran is known to attend most events in T-shirts and cargo pants, so it was nice to see the musician dressed up for the Time100 gala.

That said, the pink shade of his blazer and matching trousers was too light for him. It washed out his skin and was too close to his red hair color.

The white T-shirt and Nike sneakers he wore also felt too casual for the gala event.

Activist and author Amanda Nguyen looked cool in white.
Amanda Nguyen wears a white dress with a blazer bodice, as well as a braided hairstyle, at the 2025 Time100 Gala.
Amanda Nguyen at the 2025 TIME100 Gala in New York City.

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Nguyen, who recently went to space with Blue Origin, walked the red carpet in a white gown that glamorously reinvented menswear.

Its blazer top was full on one side and cut in half on the other, revealing a bow waistband and her pleated skirt.

To complete the look, Nguyen wore simple black sandals and styled her hair in thin braids.

Gayle King sported a green dress that appeared to be too long for her.
Gayle King wears a green, long-sleeved gown covered in silver sparkles at the Time100 Gala.
Gayle King at the 2025 Time100 Gala in New York City.

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King arrived at the Time100 event in a mint-green gown. Though the color was a fun choice for the journalist, the garment didn't seem to fit right.

Its long sleeves had excess fabric at the wrists, the ruched neckline sat awkwardly at her chest, and its long skirt covered her shoes.

King, however, nailed her accessories. She wore sparkle-covered pumps, layered necklaces, and long earrings that shone through her hair.

Blake Lively looked like a princess in a red, off-the-shoulder gown.
Blake Lively wears an off-the-shoulder gown with a corset bodice and a two-piece skirt at the Time100 Gala.
Blake Lively at the 2025 Time100 Gala in New York City.

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Zuhair Murad designed an off-the-shoulder dress that perfectly suited the "It Ends With Us" actor.

It had a corseted bodice, a form-fitted waist, and extra fabric attached at the hips to create a fuller skirt. Its red fabric was also a unique shade β€” not as bright as the carpet, but not light enough to be pink.

Lively made the outfit even more showstopping with an assortment of jade accessories, from green bracelets and rings to statement earrings.

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