We Ranked Recent Most Daring Red Carpet Looks — But Honestly, We Can’t Decide Who Won

At the 2025 LACMA Art + Film Gala, stars turned the red carpet into a stage for fearless fashion. From bold cuts to shimmering gowns, this year’s looks pushed boundaries — and we’ve picked the most daring of them all. We also couldn’t resist revisiting a few unforgettable bold outfits from past events that redefined red-carpet daring.

11. Ashley Park wearing David Koma.

10. Salma Hayek wearing Gucci.

9. Tessa Thompson wearing Gucci.

8. Cynthia Erivo wearing Schiaparelli Haute Couture.

7. Elle Fanning wearing Gucci.

6. Kaia Gerber and Cindy Crawford wearing Gucci.

5. Angela Bassett wearing Gucci.

4. Doja Cat wearing Gucci.

3. Demi Moore wearing Gucci.

2. Paloma Elsesser wearing Gucci.

1. Stella Maxwell wearing Amiri.

And now let’s take a moment to remember some of the most daring red-carpet looks from previous years that still set the bar for bold style today.

• Lily Collins at the World Premiere of “Emily in Paris” in 2022.

• Janelle Monáe attending the “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery” Premiere in Spain, 2022.

• Kendall Jenner while appearing at the LACMA Art + Film Gala 2022.

• Julia Fox during Paris Fashion Week, 2022.

• Shania Twain at the People’s Choice Awards, 2022.

• Billie Eilish and Jesse Rutherford seen at the 11th Annual LACMA Art + Film Gala 2022.

In the end, such events prove that the red carpet is more than a showcase of designer labels — it’s a celebration of individuality and artistic expression. From fresh risks to timeless statements, these outfits remind us that fashion’s most powerful moments happen when stars dare to be unforgettable.