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The most iconic red carpet looks of 2021, so far
- This year started off with virtual awards shows and celebs wearing pajamas.
- But as we near 2021's halfway point, there's been no shortage of in-person events or iconic fashion.
- These are 48 of the most iconic red carpet looks of the year, so far.
Jason Sudeikis started the year off with a bang in his tie-dye sweatshirt at the Golden Globes.
Sudeikis became an instant meme when he accepted his Golden Globe for "Ted Lasso" in a tie-dye sweatshirt, proving that celebrities really are just like us — they also don't dress up on Zoom.
The sweatshirt is from Forward__Space, a New York-based dance and exercise studio that was founded by his sister, Kristin Sudeikis.
Angela Bassett looked regal as ever in this feathered plum gown at the Golden Globes.
Bassett, who is unbelievably 62 years old, proved why purple is the color of royalty in this Dolce and Gabbana dress.
Cynthia Erivo presented at the Golden Globes in this structured lime green dress, long white gloves, and sky-high heels.
The lime green look is Valentino Haute Couture, paired with Pierpaolo Piccioli platforms.
Emerald Fennell wore the nicest set of pajamas we've ever seen to the Critics' Choice Awards.
Fennell described her look as "your Totally Sober Aunt who has really taken a shine to your sweet boyfriend, Brian."
The feathery floral set was designed by Richard Quinn.
Dominique Fishback absolutely slayed the Critics' Choice Awards in this jewel-encrusted nude gown.
Fishback's dramatic gown was designed by Reem Acra and inspired her makeup look.
"The dress felt very Old Hollywood glamour, which inspired the cat eye liner and swooped back hair, but the nude lipstick and jewels kept it young and fresh," Fishback told Vogue.
Amanda Seyfried put a spin on the classic tuxedo look with a brown sparkly shirt and a red lip at the Critics' Choice Awards.
Seyfried's tuxedo bib blouse and cigarette pants were designed by Miu Miu, and they went perfectly with her "Mank" Old Hollywood aesthetic.
Hannah Waddingham looked flawless in this deep purple gown with a plunging neckline at the Critics' Choice Awards.
Waddingham took home her first Critics' Choice Award, for her role in "Ted Lasso," in this purple dress with a beaded bodice.
Regina King's navy blue gown with exaggerated sleeves and unusual neckline was a showstopper.
King, who was nominated for best director for her directorial debut, "One Night in Miami...," wore an Atelier Versace gown for her big night, once again proving why she's one of the best dressed stars in Hollywood.
As you'll see, pink has been a huge color in menswear this year. Algee Smith coordinated his all-pink ensemble with his background at the Critics' Choice Awards.
The "Judas and the Black Messiah" actor donned a Versace suit with a giant starfish on the blazer for the evening.
Anthony Anderson also rocked an all-pink look from his pocket square to his shoes at the Kids' Choice Awards.
The "Black-ish" star's suit was more vibrant than Algee Smith's pastel ensemble.
Miranda Cosgrove paired two sea-themed pieces on the Kids' Choice Awards orange carpet.
Both Cosgrove's starfish-emblazoned shirt and skirt were both designed by Versace.
Megan Thee Stallion wore a vibrant orange gown and matching orange heels to slay the Grammys this year.
The "Savage" rapper took home three Grammys, including best new artist, in this bright orange Dolce and Gabbana gown.
Dua Lipa's glittering cotton candy confection of a dress was perfect for the Grammys red carpet.
Lipa's look was designed by Versace and was inspired by the Northern Lights, according to Vogue. It was also covered in butterflies made out of Swarovski crystals.
Harry Styles accessorized his leather suit with a green feather boa.
Taylor Swift wore this floral mini-dress at the Grammys.
Swift looked like a floral princess or a flowery collage in this Oscar de la Renta dress and matching face mask.
Anderson .Paak and Bruno Mars looked straight out of an '70s prom on the Grammys red carpet.
Paak opted for a printed suit jacket, flared pants, and a few buttons open, while Mars looked straight out of a time machine in his ruffled red shirt, flares, and rose corsage. Both vintage looks were designed by Gucci.
Phoebe Bridgers took her skeleton obsession to a new level at the Grammys.
Bridgers frequently rocks a skeleton bodysuit while performing, and her own merch is designed to look like skeletons — but this Thom Browne dress took it to a whole new level with an embroidered skeleton made of crystals and pearls.
Jhené Aiko brought the drama to the Grammys red carpet in this pink gown and a long, ruffled train.
Aiko's dreamy pink tulle gown was designed by Monsoori.
Jurnee Smollett showed off the full skirt of her fuchsia gown at the SAG Awards.
Smollett's high-low gown was designed by Zuhair Murad.
Leslie Odom Jr. opted for a multi-colored suit and turtleneck at the SAG Awards.
Odom Jr.'s green and purple ombré Berluti suit was one of many bold looks rocked by male stars at the SAG Awards.
Anna Kendrick's red and gold gown at the BAFTAs had a thigh-high slit.
The pleated dress was designed by Zuhair Murad.
Dominique Fishback's BAFTAs gown looked like a piece of moving art.
The look was part of Georges Hobeika's Fall 2020 Couture collection.
Colman Domingo paired a bold orange shirt and jacket with mind-bending checkered pants at the Independent Spirit Awards.
Domingo celebrated his first Spirit Award nomination in this Louis Vuitton ensemble.
Amanda Seyfried once again channeled Old Hollywood glamour at the Oscars in this breathtaking red gown.
Seyfried saved the best for last with this vibrant Armani gown with a plunging neckline and fan-like embellishment. It was inspired by hibiscus flowers, according to Vogue.
Zendaya paid homage to Cher in this lemon yellow dress with a giant cut-out at the Oscars.
The "Malcolm and Marie" star wore a custom Valentino gown that channeled two iconic Cher looks — one she wore on "The Sonny and Cher Show" and another she wore to the 1973 Academy Awards.
Carey Mulligan dropped jaws in this glittering two-piece look at the Oscars.
Mulligan also opted for a Valentino design on her big night.
Chloé Zhao cemented her legend status by pairing a nude designer gown with white sneakers at the Oscars.
Zhao won three Oscars — making history — all while wearing an Hermès gown and matching Hermès sneakers.
While Halle Berry's short hair at the Oscars got all the headlines, we can't overlook this beautiful silk gown.
The mauve gown boasted a giant bow on the front. It was designed by Dolce and Gabbana.
Viola Davis' white gown with see-through bodice was a memorable look on the Oscars red carpet.
Davis' custom Alexander McQueen dress was covered in floral cutouts.
Maria Bakalova looked like a swan princess at the Oscars.
The "Borat 2" star celebrated her princess moment with a custom Louis Vuitton ballgown.
Lakeith Stanfield's Oscars jumpsuit looked straight out of the '70s.
Stanfield's Saint Laurent jumpsuit with pointed white collar and black belt "made Oscars history," according to GQ.
Colman Domingo once again earned a spot on this list with his monochromatic neon pink suit at the Oscars.
Domingo's Atelier Versace suit took 150 hours to make, due to the 4,500 Swarovski crystals and sequins cascading down the shoulders.
Andra Day looked every inch the movie star at the Oscars in this golden dress.
Day's stylist called the glittery dress, boasting both a thigh-high slit and large cut-out, a "scandal." It was designed by Vera Wang.
Little Mix looked like angels in matching white gowns at the BRIT Awards.
Perrie Edwards (left) and Leigh-Anne Pinnock (right) debuted their baby bumps at the BRITs.
Edwards chose a set by David Koma, Jade Thirwall rocked a Vivienne Westwood gown, and Pinnock's dress was designed by Maison Margiela.
MNEK's baby blue silk suit looked perfect.
MNEK's suit was designed by Robert Wun.
Dua Lipa channeled Amy Winehouse in this golden polka dot gown, thigh-high socks and garters, and beehive hairdo.
Lipa's Vivienne Westwood dress also had purple mesh along the neckline, and it appeared to reference this yellow dress Winehouse wore to the BRITs in 2007.
Rina Sawayama's lilac strapless ballgown looked like it had a giant fan on the shoulder.
As PopSugar wrote, "shout-out to Rina Sawayama for inventing the color purple" in this Balmain gown.
Billy Porter once again proved why he's the king of the red carpet in this bold black look and mirrored platforms at the BRITs.
Porter chose a black satin ThreeASFour dress with matching black lace and satin pants, along with a a Stephen Jones fascinator and metallic Rick Owens boots.
Taylor Swift returned a look she favors - the two-piece set - at the BRITs.
Swift's sparkly white and silver Miu Miu set sent fans down the rabbit hole as they tried to decide whether they should pay more attention to the outfit's clear nod to the "1989" era, or her hair and red lip which resembled her look during the "Red" era.
Harry Styles channeled a 1970s carpet at the BRITs.
The retro suit and bag were, predictably, designed by Gucci.
Addison Rae certainly turned heads at the MTV Movie and TV Awards.
Rae's bold look was created by Christopher Esber.
Chase Stokes tried his hand at the monochromatic trend with this red suit and see-through shirt at the MTV Movie and TV Awards.
The "Outer Banks" star opted for a red Fendi suit and shirt, along with red sneakers on the red carpet.
Yvonne Orji wore a delightful multi-colored fringed gown to the MTV Movie and TV Awards.
Orji's tiered, multi-colored gown was designed by the Ghanaian-American designer Mimi Plange.
Priyanka Chopra stunned in a sheer gown with a metallic corset-like belt at the Billboard Music Awards.
Chopra's nude gown boasted a thigh-high slit and low neckline. It was designed by Dolce and Gabbana.
Karol G's silvery, shimmery gown at the Billboard Music Awards was entirely see-through, meaning we could all see the aqua underwear she was rocking too.
The "Bichota" singer looked like a mermaid at the BBMAs while wearing this Celia Kritharioti gown.
Saweetie stole the show in this coral ballgown at the Billboard Music Awards.
The peach gown also had floral embellishments on the front. It was designed by Giambattista Valli.
Doja Cat proved why she's on her way to becoming a fashion legend in this striped set with a giant turquoise necklace at the Billboard Music Awards.
Both the "Kiss Me More" singer's bandeau top and matching pants were designed by Balmain, while the necklace is Jacob & Co.
Megan Fox, accompanied by Machine Gun Kelly, wore a barely there black gown at the Billboard Music Awards.
Fox took "little black dress" to a whole new level with this Mugler look.
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