The Most Dazzling Red Carpet Looks From the 2025 Critics Choice Awards
 
Award season is one of the most exciting times of the year for both entertainment and fashion enthusiasts. As stars step into the spotlight to celebrate the best in film, television, and music, one event that always has fashion lovers buzzing is the Critics Choice Awards. This prestigious ceremony honors top talent in both TV and film, but it's also a prime moment for stars to flaunt their style.
Taking place in L.A. and hosted for the third time by award-winning comedian Chelsea Handler, the 2025 Critics Choice Awards ceremony is one you won't want to miss. If it's is anything like last year's show, the celebrity turnout and fashion moments will be nothing short of spectacular. After all, nominees such as Keira Knightley, Anna Sawai, Cate Blanchett, Nicole Kidman, Dakota Fanning, and Zoe Saldaña—just to name a few—are all known for their impeccable style.
Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show. But also, keep scrolling to see the most dazzling celebrity looks from the Critics Choice Awards red carpet. Remember: We'll be reporting on our favorite looks throughout the evening, so don't click away!

WHO: Ariana Grande
WEAR: Dior Couture dress
STYLED BY: Mimi Cuttrell

WHO: Nicole Kidman
WEAR: Saint Laurent S/S 25 look
STYLED BY: Jason Bolden

WHO: Angelina Jolie
WEAR: Elie Saab dress; Jimmy Choo shoes
STYLED BY: Jennifer Rade

WHO: Cynthia Erivo
WEAR: Giorgio Armani Privé dress; Christian Louboutin shoes
STYLED BY: Jason Bolden

WHO: Mikey Madison
WEAR: vintage Giorgio Armani dress; Tiffany & Co. jewelry
STYLED BY: Jamie Mizrahi

WHO: Demi Moore
WEAR: Schiaparelli Couture dress; Tiffany & Co. watch, earrings, and ring
STYLED BY: Brad Goreski

WHO: Margaret Qualley
STYLED BY: Patricia Villirillo

WHO: Jodie Foster
WEAR: Giorgio Armani Privé dress

WHO: Caitriona Balfe
WEAR: Prada top, skirt, and shoes

WHO: Naomi Watts
WEAR: custom Prada dress; Tiffany & Co. earrings, ring, and archive bracelet
STYLED BY: Jeanann Williams

WHO: Leighton Meester
WEAR: Dior dress

WHO: Michelle Yeoh
WEAR: Balenciaga Couture dress
STYLED BY: Dena Neustadter Giannini

WHO: Zoe Saldaña
WEAR: custom Saint Laurent dress and shoes
STYLED BY: Petra Flannery

WHO: Dakota Fanning
STYLED BY: Samantha McMillen

WHO: Kristen Bell
WEAR: Oscar de la Renta dress and shoes; Chopard watch, earrings, and ring
STYLED BY: Nicole Chavez

WHO: Keri Russell
STYLED BY: Frank Fleming

WHO: Monica Barbaro
WEAR: Prada top, skirt, and shoes
STYLED BY: Jeanann Williams

WHO: Marisa Abela
STYLED BY: Dior dress

WHO: Maisy Stella

WHO: Danielle Deadwyler
WEAR: custom Prada dress; Bucherer jewelry

WHO: Kate Hudson
WEAR: Sabyasachi earrings and ring
STYLED BY: Sophie Lopez

WHO: Rachel Brosnahan
WEAR: Miu Miu dress

WHO: Colman Domingo
WEAR: Boss suit; Christian Louboutin shoes

WHO: Maren Morris
WEAR: custom Monique Lhuillier dress

WHO: Lupita Nyong'o
WEAR: Chanel dress; De Beers jewelry

WHO: Joey King
WEAR: Miu Miu dress; TAG Heuer watch
STYLED BY: Jared Eng

WHO: Sara Foster
WEAR: Monique Lhuillier dress; Jimmy Choo shoes

WHO: Erin Foster
WEAR: Petar Petrov dress
Nikki Chwatt is an associate fashion editor based in New York City. She joined Who What Wear in 2024 after writing fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content for WWD, Well+Good, Editorialist, and more. With a passion for personal style and the creativity that comes with it, one of Chwatt's goals is to help others understand that there is no such thing as a “good” or “bad” style; it’s just about putting an outfit together that makes you feel confident in yourself. When she's not writing, you can find her taking a Pilates class, reading a powerful romance novel, or exploring a new wellness spot in Manhattan.
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