110 best red carpet outfits of 2014

Go on, look at some bloomin' gorgeous red carpet dresses and imagine yourself wearing them

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110 best red carpet outfits of 2014

Zoe Saldana1 of 109

Zoe Saldana

Yet another star succumbs to the charms of VB. This elegant white gown looks incredible on Zo

Allison Williams2 of 109

Allison Williams

Marnie from Girls scrubs up pretty well, huh? Al wowed in Giambattista Valli at the Emmys this year

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley3 of 109

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley

Let’s face it, when does RHW NOT look flawless? We were especially in awe of her amazing figure in this Cushnie et Ochs sheer panel gown at the Oscars

Taylor Swift4 of 109

Taylor Swift

Matching the red carpet perfectly in two-tone Monique Lhuillier

Miranda Kerr5 of 109

Miranda Kerr

What, this old thing? YEAH THIS OLD KAUFMAN-FRANCO THING

Jessica Biel6 of 109

Jessica Biel

Mrs Trousersnake shows us all exactly how she bagged Justin in this Chanel dream of a dress

Emma Watson7 of 109

Emma Watson

Adding a quirky twist to the classic LBD by opting for this embellished Theyskens Theory piece of gorgeousness teamed with ear cuffs and a sweeping side pony

Kate Hudson8 of 109

Kate Hudson

One of our fave Oscars gowns to date, Kate rocked this ‘70s inspired Atelier Versace floor-sweeper perfectly

Alexa Chung9 of 109

Alexa Chung

If anyone can pull off a satin vintage Balenciaga gown, it’s Alexa

Fearne Cotton10 of 109

Fearne Cotton

Fearne got us in all of a flutter when she wore this stunning Marchesa gown to the NTAs. NEED

Michelle Dockery11 of 109

Michelle Dockery

Lady Mary would most certainly approve of this incredible Oscar De La Renta gown

Claire Danes12 of 109

Claire Danes

Amazing, amazing, and did we mention amazing in this standout lace detail Givenchy gown at the Emmys

Mila Kunis13 of 109

Mila Kunis

Glittering in Gucci Premiere at the Golden Globes. This baby is deffo gonna be a looker

Zooey Deschanel14 of 109

Zooey Deschanel

Super hawwwwt in super hawwwwt pink Oscar De La Renta at the Emmys

January Jones15 of 109

January Jones

Red hot in SUCH an amazing Prabal Gurung gown. We reckon we could actually live under there

Gwyneth Paltrow16 of 109

Gwyneth Paltrow

Simply shimmering in sequinned floor-length Prada with relaxed curls

Jourdan Dunn17 of 109

Jourdan Dunn

On us, this would look like an old pair of holey tights. On Jourd, it looks phenomenal, obvs

Camilla Belle18 of 109

Camilla Belle

Absolutely flawless in floor-length Ralph Lauren paired with spangly jewels

Blake Lively19 of 109

Blake Lively

This has to be one of our favourite gowns, like ever. Blake wowed the Cannes crowd in monochrome Gucci

Kate Beckinsale20 of 109

Kate Beckinsale

This gorge cut-out Jenny Packham gown with gold trim shows off that super hot bod to perfection

Amber Le Bon21 of 109

Amber Le Bon

Gorgeously summery in her Temperley show-stopper paired with a hot pink clutch and Hollywood curls

Keira Knightley22 of 109

Keira Knightley

Oh-so-simple yet oh-so-gorgeous in Dolce & Gabbana oversized spots

Cara Delevingne23 of 109

Cara Delevingne

Looking like a green goddess in her strapless striped gown teamed with a statement pendant and metallic belt

Kylie Minogue24 of 109

Kylie Minogue

Seriously, HOW is this woman 46? Kylie looked a cream dream in Roberto Cavalli

Kaya Scodelario25 of 109

Kaya Scodelario

Giving her Kenzo skirt a punky edge with Rebecca Minkoff studded peeptoes and a black crop top

Ashley Madekwe26 of 109

Ashley Madekwe

Working fruit salad Roksanda Ilincic without a care in the world at the Golden Globes

Beyonce27 of 109

Beyonce

Dazzling for her BRITs performance in a mermaid-esque Vrettos Vrettakos gown (don’t worry we can’t pronounce it either)

Emmy Rossum28 of 109

Emmy Rossum

Looking every inch the fairytale princess at the Oscars in this frothy Monique Lhuillier delight

Diane Kruger29 of 109

Diane Kruger

Simply stunning as ever in a Mary Katrantzou mini pared down with natural make-up

Kate Bosworth30 of 109

Kate Bosworth

Proving you can never have too much red, Bos rocks her Hugo Boss midi with matching Kurt Geiger stilettos and pillarbox lippie

Lupita Nyong'o31 of 109

Lupita Nyong'o

Who could forget Lupita’s icy blue Prada dream at the Oscars?

Taylor Schilling32 of 109

Taylor Schilling

Never mind orange, green is obvs the new black. It doesn’t hurt that it’s Thakoon either…

Emma Willis33 of 109

Emma Willis

Citrus colour-blocking to perfection in her lemon n’ lime Roksanda Ilincic frock

Solange Knowles34 of 109

Solange Knowles

Looking like a very sexy Quality Street wrapper in metallic Calvin Klein and a fluoro pink lip

Emma Stone35 of 109

Emma Stone

When it came to picking just one of Emma Stone’s amazing looks, we were spoilt for choice. In the end we went for this incredibly simple yet totally unique cream Prada gown. TO. DIE. FOR.

Rita Ora36 of 109

Rita Ora

Simply stunning in lacy peplum Miu Miu paired with super-sultry eyes

Jennifer Lawrence37 of 109

Jennifer Lawrence

An Oscars beauty in a classic peplum Dior dress paired with a cool back necklace (yep, if J-Law says so they are officially a ‘thing’)

Jessica Chastain38 of 109

Jessica Chastain

She totes rocked the Cannes red carpet in violet flowing Elie Saab

Suki Waterhouse39 of 109

Suki Waterhouse

Playing it cool in Cannes wearing tiered lavender Dior and must-have Jimmy Choo ‘Ari’ heels

Katy Perry40 of 109

Katy Perry

We LOVED KP’s iridescent Armani gown at the Grammy’s

Jessica Alba41 of 109

Jessica Alba

We massively struggled trying to pick just one fabulous Alba outfit. But we settled on this David Koma caged corset midi in the end. Smokin’!

Vanessa Hudgens42 of 109

Vanessa Hudgens

Taking the plunge in this gorgeous Giorgio Armani gown paired with vampy scarlet talons

Cameron Diaz43 of 109

Cameron Diaz

Totally rocking a red hot Dior wide-legged jumpsuit with her don’t-care hair and matching lippie

Hailee Steinfeld44 of 109

Hailee Steinfeld

Spots and florals = a match made in heaven. Especially when they’re D&G ones

Kendall Jenner45 of 109

Kendall Jenner

Now we understand why Karl Lagerfeld has fallen in love with her. How could you not when she makes Chanel look so good?

Chloe Moretz46 of 109

Chloe Moretz

How is it possible this lady is 17 and owns more designer than we will in our lifetime? This textured Dior frock is stunning

Eva Longoria47 of 109

Eva Longoria

Appearing somewhat bridal in Gabriela Cadena but who cares when you look this good?

Cara Santana48 of 109

Cara Santana

Multi sequins and spaghetti straps = shouldn’t work but it soooo does

Freida Pinto49 of 109

Freida Pinto

Only wearing THE DRESS OF OUR WILDEST DREAMS! This feathered Michael Kors gown is the perfect mix between sexy and effortless

Kate Upton50 of 109

Kate Upton

Looking like a retro Hollywood starlet with her mega quiff and William’s Vintage midi

Alessandra Ambrosio51 of 109

Alessandra Ambrosio

We know she’s a supermodel, but surely pulling off this Marc Jacobs sequin mini means AA is superhuman…

Bella Thorne52 of 109

Bella Thorne

Nailing neon in this fluoro satin Kate Spade frock teamed with chic mono courts

Felicity Jones53 of 109

Felicity Jones

Just peachy in Balenciaga with a look-at-me belt and a glossy up ‘do

Cate Blanchett54 of 109

Cate Blanchett

Glittering at the Oscars in a champagne embellished Armani Prive gown paired with statement drop earrings

Cheryl Fernandez-Versini55 of 109

Cheryl Fernandez-Versini

Who could forget that moment Cheryl F-V blasted back onto the scene with a bang in Cannes? This Monique Lhuillier showstopper swept her back into the hearts of the nation

Pixie Lott56 of 109

Pixie Lott

Pixie looked a lott hot in her ‘90s inspired DKNY gown at the BRITs teamed with a super cute box bag and silky courts

Nina Dobrev57 of 109

Nina Dobrev

A difficult dress to pull off, but Nina manages to look fan-bloody-tastic in lemon embellished Jenny Packham

Marion Cotillard58 of 109

Marion Cotillard

Gleaming in pleated asymmetric Christian Dior paired with a ‘60s bouff and a crimson mani

Olivia Wilde59 of 109

Olivia Wilde

New mum Liv is already back in the style stakes merely six weeks after giving birth in this tasselled vintage gown. This dress was first worn 40 years ago by Anjelica Huston!

Olivia Munn60 of 109

Olivia Munn

A simple shape made sexy with a thigh-high split and ultra plunging neckline. Olivia + Reem Acra = a match made in fash heaven

Hannah Simone61 of 109

Hannah Simone

New Girl’s CeCe looked INCRED in icy blue Marchesa at the SAGs

Gwen Stefani62 of 109

Gwen Stefani

Only Gwen could pull off this incredible hot pink L.A.M.B. ensemble with black go-faster stripes

Kate Mara63 of 109

Kate Mara

Like a celebrity angel in flowing J Mendel at the Emmys

Jessica Pare64 of 109

Jessica Pare

Giving her Roksanda Ilincic midi a retro spin with a cool quiff and cigarette box clutch

Shailene Woodley65 of 109

Shailene Woodley

There may be a fault in her stars, but there’s definitely not a fault in her wardrobe. This sunny Ralph Lauren peplum dress is so chic

Jaime King66 of 109

Jaime King

Yes, this Ulyana Sergeenko dress might be slightly reminiscent of satin drapes, but when you look this good in it, it doesn’t matter one tiny bit

Lea Seydoux67 of 109

Lea Seydoux

Wowzers! Check out that curvilicious bod! All eyes were on Lea’s Miu Miu gown (among other assets) at this year’s BAFTAs

Adele Exarchopoulos68 of 109

Adele Exarchopoulos

Alright for some, isn’t it? Winning awards for being an amazing actress and also getting to wear sequinned Dior

Rihanna69 of 109

Rihanna

Hello Ri-Ri you gorgeous creature you looking all smug in your Ulyana Sergeenko silk blush number

Nicole Richie70 of 109

Nicole Richie

Looking like a goddess in a Camilla & Marc cut-out gown paired with Egyptian bling and Cleopatra eye make-up

Katie Holmes71 of 109

Katie Holmes

Looking ultra chic with an elegant up ‘do and snakeskin courts. Oh and of course that wondrous blush Zac Posen pleated frock

Millie Mackintosh72 of 109

Millie Mackintosh

Pairing vampy glossy make-up with a ‘70s disco inspired Julien Macdonald gown

Amy Adams73 of 109

Amy Adams

If there was ever a way to rock a black gown, this is it. Amy pairs her VB number with a sleek side bun and purple lips

Mollie King74 of 109

Mollie King

It’s not an easy look to pull off but Mollie nails a cool modern ‘70s vibe in champagne Gucci with a holographic clutch

Sienna Miller75 of 109

Sienna Miller

Rocking a red-hot Alexander McQueen gown whilst still nodding to her signature boho style with quirky arm cuffs

Emilia Clarke76 of 109

Emilia Clarke

A world away from her Game Of Thrones character Daenerys Targaryen in this tulle Donna Karan frock

Selena Gomez77 of 109

Selena Gomez

There are soooo many things going on with this Pucci gown, but they all work together perfectly. Swoon

Alesha Dixon78 of 109

Alesha Dixon

Soooo sophisticated in a leg-lengthening red wrap skirt and cool crop top

Amanda Seyfried79 of 109

Amanda Seyfried

Doubling up her floral count in a white lacy floral top and 3D Valentino skirt

Jenna Coleman80 of 109

Jenna Coleman

Looking amazing (and very Miranda Kerr may we add) in her vintage maxi paired with soft waves

Michelle Keegan81 of 109

Michelle Keegan

Minty fresh in this halter neck Philip Armstrong gown at the NTAs

Pippa Middleton82 of 109

Pippa Middleton

Peachy keen in shimmering Hugo Boss teamed with a metallic box clutch and dance-all-night heels

Jessica Hart83 of 109

Jessica Hart

Looking ultra sexy in this lingerie-inspired midi and peekaboo bra at the Fashion Media Awards

Isla Fisher84 of 109

Isla Fisher

Channelling a classic Marilyn Monroe Hollywood starlet look in silky figure-hugging Oscar De La Renta and ultra glam waves

Kylie Jenner85 of 109

Kylie Jenner

Yep, this Alexandre Vauthier gown does look like a silky dressing gown. But we bloody love it

Leslie Mann86 of 109

Leslie Mann

Doing the clash in magenta and red Monique Lhuillier paired with a side ‘do

Laura Whitmore87 of 109

Laura Whitmore

Keeping it classy in top-to-toe elegant white toughened up with a wine mani and stacking rings

Jamie Chung88 of 109

Jamie Chung

Making a simple yellow strapless dress totally quirky by adding complementary purple strappies and a floral clutch

Rochelle Humes89 of 109

Rochelle Humes

Mad for monochrome in her structured gown paired with vampy Ribena lips

Mary Charteris90 of 109

Mary Charteris

We have no idea who else could rock this gothic purple lace number, but Mary’s rockstar rings and cool chains make it look effortless

Angelina Jolie91 of 109

Angelina Jolie

Who would ever guess this much wet-look leather would look this amazing?

Leighton Meester92 of 109

Leighton Meester

So chic with her set ‘40s waves and a sleek Antonio Berardi crisp white gown

Zoe Kravitz93 of 109

Zoe Kravitz

If only we could have that Armani Prive gown for our Christmas party…

Megan Fox94 of 109

Megan Fox

Keeping her printed Oscar De La Renta mini chic and simple with tumbling waves, pretty pink lippie and minimalist heels

Ashley Tisdale95 of 109

Ashley Tisdale

Believe it or not, this metallic number is by high-street favourite, Virgos Lounge! This makes us love Ashley just a little bit more

Berenice Bejo96 of 109

Berenice Bejo

A difficult shape to pull off, but Berenice wows in Giambattista Valli at the Golden Globes

Kristen Bell97 of 109

Kristen Bell

Looking extremely smug wearing this ruffled Roberto Cavalli ruffled floor-sweeper. We would be exactly the same, Kristen

Poppy Delevingne98 of 109

Poppy Delevingne

Totally amazing in a bold-striped Stella McCartney asymmetric hemmed number. Even if the colour scheme does remind us of rugby

Rose Leslie99 of 109

Rose Leslie

We didn’t realise Antonio Berardi existed in King’s Landing

Karen Gillan100 of 109

Karen Gillan

Super sleek and chic in rich purple Prada co-ords and nude leg-lengthening heels

Hailey Baldwin101 of 109

Hailey Baldwin

Could HB BE any cooler? She’s already BFFs with Kendall Jenner and now she’s rocking up to premieres looking all cool and casual

Ellie Goulding102 of 109

Ellie Goulding

The songstress went uber glam at the GQ Awards in Ermanno Scervino

Imogen Poots103 of 109

Imogen Poots

Looking all effortlessly boho and gorge in her strappy Nina Ricci dress at the Need For Speed premiere

Kim Kardashian104 of 109

Kim Kardashian

It’s quite rare we get to see Kim this covered up. But doesn’t she look fab in Celia Kritharioti? It’s OK to wear clothes, Kimmy!

Amanda Holden105 of 109

Amanda Holden

A super flattering shape on Amanda, this dove grey Samuel Dougal halter looks uber chic

Laura Carmichael106 of 109

Laura Carmichael

Don’t look awkward, Lau! You look AMAZING in your Erdem frock

Emma Roberts107 of 109

Emma Roberts

Emma wowed at the Golden Globes in her fishtail Lanvin gown paired with showstopping turquoise ear candy

Sophie Turner108 of 109

Sophie Turner

Wowzers. Doesn’t Sansa Stark scrub up well in her Michael Van Der Ham number?

Olivia Palermo109 of 109

Olivia Palermo

Looking like a ‘20s siren in fringed Ann Taylor paired with TO DIE FOR heels

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