Best and worst Golden Globes red carpet fashion over the years

Hollywood’s night of nights is about to roll out the red carpet, which has been home to some of the best – and worst – fashion moments.

Some of the most breathtaking looks have been born on the Golden Globes red carpet.

But it’s also been home to some downright shockers.

As we prepare for the 2021 Golden Globes to kick off on Monday, we’ve revisited some of the best and worst red carpet looks at Hollywood’s night of nights in recent years.

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BEST

Kate Hudson, 2003

It-girl Kate Hudson, at the height of her How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days fame, made boho high-end in this Valentino gown.

Kate Hudson in 2003. Picture: Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images

Charlize Theron, 2004

Charlize Theron in an ultra feminine pastel yellow Christian Dior dress. Enough said.

Charlize Theron in 2004.

Scarlett Johansson, 2006

ScarJo’s Globes number in ’06 was a simple design but it didn’t need any frills with this blinding red colour. A memorable fashion moment.

Scarlett Johansson in 2006.

Beyonce, 2007

And this is (one of the reasons) why we call her Queen B. Beyonce dripping in gold sequins in this Elie Saab design fit for pop royalty.
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Beyonce in 2007.

Jennifer Lopez, 2009

The singer has graced many best dressed lists over the years, and – along with her famous green Versace gown at the 2000 Grammys – this gold Marchesa frock shows exactly why.

Jennifer Lopez in 2009. Picture: AP Photo/Chris Pizzello

Angelina Jolie, 2011

It’s not a best dressed list without Angelina Jolie. Her green Versace showstopper will go down in Globes fashion folklore.

Angelina Jolie in 2011. Picture: Jason Merritt/Getty Images

Margot Robbie, 2014

The year the world was introduced to Aussie legend Margot Robbie. The then Wolf Of Wall Street up-and-comer was elegant in Gucci.

Margot Robbie in 2014. Picture: Jason Merritt/Getty Images

Lupita Nyong’o, 2014

She showed off her outstanding acting chops in 12 Years A Slave, and Lupita Nyong’o was equally as eye-catching on the red carpet in this off-the-shoulder caped Ralph Lauren gown.

Lupita Nyong’o in 2014. Picture: Jason Merritt/Getty Images

Jennifer Lawrence, 2016

Showing off her fresh pixie cut, the Oscar winner was ravishing in red courtesy of Christian Dior.

Jennifer Lawrence in 2016. Picture: Jason Merritt/Getty Images

Zendaya, 2016

The Disney child star turned Emmy-award winning actress and style pioneer was a stand-out on the red carpet wearing mahogany red Marchesa in 2016.

Zendaya in 2016. Picture: Jason Merritt/Getty Images

Emma Stone, 2017

Emma Stone never gets it wrong. All eyes were on the actress in 2017 thanks to La La Land, and she gave them a starry Valentino number to marvel over at the Globes.

Emma Stone in 2017. Picture: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Kendall Jenner, 2018

Speaking of Jolie, supermodel Kendall Jenner rocked a vibe the actress made famous – the leg. Jenner looked every bit the cover girl she’s become in strapless black, in honour of the Time’s Up movement.

Kendall Jenner in 2018. Picture: Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images

Lady Gaga, 2019

2019 was Lady Gaga’s year. In her first feature film role, she was nominated for all the big awards for A Star Is Born, and the pop star set the style for awards season in a custom billowing powder blue gown by Valentino. With matching hair, of course.

Lady Gaga in 2019. Picture: Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images

Gemma Chan, 2019

The star looked timeless in deep blue Valentino haute couture with different hemlines, paired with a classic red lip.

Gemma Chan in 2019. Picture: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images/AFP

WORST

Julia Roberts, 1990

The Hollywood darling is one of the most radiating presences on and off screen, but Julia Roberts raised a few eyebrows at the 1990 event when she wore a large men’s Giorgio Armani suit.

Julia Roberts in 1990. Picture; Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images

Cameron Diaz, 1999

Screen queen Cameron Diaz wore an unflattering pastel kimono-wrap dress with oh so ’90s crimped hair and black trousers. Not her best look.

Cameron Diaz in 1999. Picture: Ron Galella, Ltd./WireImage

Cate Blanchett, 2002

Australian actress Cate Blanchett is truly a red carpet muse. But she had a bit of a slip-up during this outing in a questionable navy striped suit.

Cate Blanchett in 2002.

Lara Flynne Boyle, 2003

There is nothing wrong with ballerina attire. Except perhaps, when you’re on the red carpet for the Golden Globes.

Lara Flynn Boyle in 2003. Picture: KW/Getty Images

Nicole Kidman, 2004

Probably the only time Nicole Kidman has ever got it wrong. The uber-plunging neckline, cluttered sequin pattern and gold headband puts this ensemble down the list.

Nicole Kidman in 2004. Picture: Kevork Djansezian/AP

Diane Kruger, 2005

Diane Kruger was savaged by fashion critics in 2005 in this cut-out, strapless dress that looked more like a costume.

Diane Kruger in 2005. Picture: Carlo Allegri/Getty Images

Blake Lively, 2009

At the height of Gossip Girl’s fame, which was the most fashion-forward show on television at the time, punters were disappointed with Lively’s ill-fitting prom style dress.

Blake Lively in 2009. Picture: Jason Merritt/Getty Images

Helena Bonham Carter, 2011

There’s always someone who brings the outlandish, and Helena Bonham Carter didn’t disappoint in that respect at the 2011 Globes in a psychedelic frock, different coloured heels and round sunglasses.

Helena Bonham Carter in 2011. Picture: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Gwyneth Paltrow, 2020

She’s usually a red carpet frontrunner, but Paltrow put a serious foot wrong in this sheer brown frilled dress, which was dubbed “tragic” and “hideous” by the Twitter mob.

Gwyneth Paltrow in 2020. Picture: Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images

The Golden Globes airs on Foxtel’s Fox Arena at 12pm on Monday