2024 was marked by numerous unforgettable and iconic moments on the red carpet. From Alia Bhatt's stunning Sabyasachi saree featuring a 23-foot-long train at the Met Gala to Zendaya's striking press tour outfits for Dune: Part Two and Challengers, we have compiled a list of our favorite red carpet appearances. However, only one can be crowned the best. Here are the top 8 looks, ranked:

8. Angelina Jolie Goes Full Glam

Angelina Jolie graced the 2024 Venice Film Festival for the premiere of Maria, donning a custom strapless beige gown by Tamara Ralph, complemented by a fur stole that added a touch of winter elegance. Her bold red lipstick, matching nails, and effortlessly styled loose hair, paired with minimal makeup, enhanced the earthy tones of her monochromatic look.

7. Sonam Kapoor's Dior Cruise 2025 look

Sonam Kapoor, embodying the essence of a contemporary muse, attended the Dior Spring/Summer 2025 show in a striking black outfit from the Cruise 2025 collection. The combination of her bold tribal jewelry and understated makeup created a captivating grunge-meets-demure aesthetic. The ensemble featured a tailored black trench coat, a voluminous skirt, and a structured corset.

6. Kareena Kapoor in Oscar de la Renta

Kareena Kapoor's appearance in Oscar de la Renta at the opening night of the Red Sea Film Festival stands out as one of her finest red carpet moments this year. Adorned with 3D orchid appliqués that gracefully wrapped around her figure, the purple velvet bodycon dress seamlessly blended form and function. The straight-column silhouette, along with a back slit, added a touch of femininity to her look.

5. Priyanka Chopra's ‘Where’s her waist' moment

Priyanka Chopra experienced a remarkable year in fashion. From her stunning appearances in radiant ensembles during her brother's wedding festivities and the Max Factor India launch to her participation in Bulgari events globally, she consistently showcased her style. Nevertheless, her standout red carpet moment was undoubtedly the striking silver strapless gown by Oscar de la Renta that she donned at the Red Sea Film Festival. Styled by Rebecca Corbin-Murray, the origami rose bugle bead gown left many questioning the location of Chopra's waist

4. Lady Gaga in Christian Dior Couture

At the premiere of Joker: Folie à Deux during the Venice Film Festival, Lady Gaga captivated audiences in a striking Christian Dior couture gown complemented by a Philip Treacy hat. This sculptural dress was among the standout looks of Lady Gaga's promotional appearances for the film. The hat, originally showcased in the designer’s 2001 couture collection and previously worn by Isabella Blow, is now thought to be part of Daphne Guinness’s private collection.

3. Alia Bhatt's Sabyasachi saree for Met Gala

Alia Bhatt's Sabyasachi saree for the 2024 Met Gala beautifully embodied the theme of ‘The Garden of Time’ with its meticulously handcrafted silk floss flowers, glass bead embellishments, and genuine gemstone accents. The ensemble featured an impressive 23-foot train that cascaded down the iconic steps of the Met, complemented by exquisite Sabyasachi jewelry. This ethereal pastel green attire was undoubtedly one of the most breathtaking moments on the red carpet during fashion's premier event.

2. Mona Patel wins the Met Gala

Mona Patel made a striking entrance at the 2024 Met Gala, donning a custom gown by Iris Van Herpen. The entrepreneur and philanthropist not only made her debut but also earned the title of best-dressed star of the evening. She graced the steps of the renowned Metropolitan Museum in a couture sculptural creation inspired by the Lotus Temple, featuring intricate hand embroidery crafted in India and innovative lotus gloves that utilized kinetic energy to open and close.

1. Just Zendaya

Zendaya delivered some of the most memorable red carpet moments of 2024. Collaborating with her stylist Law Roach, the actress showcased a series of iconic looks, including the vintage Thierry Mugler ‘Gynoid’ suit at the Dune: Part Two premiere, the jewel-toned gown by Maison Margiela at the Met Gala, and her entire wardrobe for the Challengers press tour. The metallic suit from Mugler’s AW95 couture collection and the Maison Margiela Artisanal gown, a reinterpretation of a 1999 Dior design, marked significant fashion milestones, while the press tour outfits offered a contemporary twist on traditional dressing.

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