20 of the most iconic red carpet looks from the '90s

Frank OlitoSep 9, 2020, 23:05 IST

Three of the best fashion looks of the '90s.Getty

In the 1990s, celebrities walked the red carpet in iconic and memorable ensembles.
Rose McGowan and Lil' Kim revealed a lot of skin in their most famous looks from the decade.
In the 1990s, Gwyneth Paltrow and Mira Sorvino wore simple yet gorgeous gowns to award shows.
Brad Pitt and Drew Barrymore both famously dressed down for the red carpet.

From animal prints to completely see-through dresses, red carpets in the 1990s were filled with memorable looks.

Throughout the decade, celebrities walked red carpets in iconic ensembles. While some looks were truly out there, others were unforgettable because of their simplicity.

Here are 20 of the most memorable looks seen on the red carpet in the '90s.

Julia Roberts wore a men's suit to the 1990 Golden Globe Awards.

Julia Roberts at the 1990 Golden Globes. Ron Galella, Ltd. / Getty

Drew Barrymore became the queen of casual attire on red carpets, like this everyday look at the 1991 "Guilty by Suspicion" premiere.

Drew Barrymore in 1991. Ron Galella / Getty

Madonna famously dressed as Marilyn Monroe when she took a bedazzled Michael Jackson as her date to the 1991 Academy Awards.

Michael Jackson and Madonna at the 1991 Academy Awards. David McGough / Getty

In 1993, Brad Pitt turned up at a Hollywood movie premiere wearing just a paisley button-down shirt and pants.

Brad Pitt in 1993. Ron Galella, Ltd. / Getty

Whoopi Goldberg's colorful ensemble at the 1993 Academy Awards is still a memorable look.

Whoopi Goldberg at the 1993 Oscars. KMazur / Getty

Halle Berry paired a fringe top with blue jeans at the MTV Movie Awards in 1993.

Halle Berry in 1993 at the MTV Movie Awards. Ron Galella, Ltd. / Getty

In 1994, Princess Diana wore a simple black dress that became known as the "revenge dress."

Princess Diana's "revenge dress." Jayne Fincher/Getty Images

The dress Elizabeth Hurley wore at a movie premiere in 1994 helped launch her career.

Elizabeth Hurley at Dave Benett / Getty

Leonardo DiCaprio's loose suit made a statement in the '90s.

Leonardo DiCaprio in 1995. Steve Granitz / Getty

Mira Sorvino wowed on the red carpet of the 1996 Academy Awards in this simple gown.

Mira Sorvino at the 1996 Academy Awards. Steve Granitz / Getty

Mary J. Blige turned heads in her leopard-print outfit at the 1996 Grammy Awards.

Mary J. Blige at the 1996 Grammy Awards. Steve Granitz / Getty

Mariah Carey donned a two-piece dress to the 1997 MTV Music Video Awards.

Mariah Carey at the 1997 VMAs. Kevin.Mazur/INACTIVE / Getty

At the 1997 Brit Awards, the Spice Girls debuted their signature styles.

The Spice Girls at the Brit Awards. Photoshot / Getty

In 1998, actress Rose McGowan arrived at the MTV Video Music Awards wearing nothing but a see-through beaded dress and thong.

Rose McGowan with Marilyn Manson. Jeff Kravitz / Getty

In 1998, Sharon Stone sparked a fashion movement when she matched a high-end brand with a shirt from the Gap at the Academy Awards.

Sharon Stone at the 1998 Oscars. Mychal Watts / Getty

Gwyneth Paltrow's bright pink, simple dress at the 1999 Academy Awards was an iconic fashion moment.

Gwyneth Paltrow at the 1999 Oscars. Frank Trapper / Getty

Celine Dion wore a backward tuxedo to the 1999 Academy Awards, and it was considered an iconic fashion fail.

Celine Dion at the 1999 Academy Awards. Steve Granitz / Getty

Lil' Kim wore a revealing dress to MTV's Video Music Awards in 1999.

Lil' Kim at the 1999 VMAs. KMazur / Getty

Britney Spears wore a sheer dress covered in polka dots to the 1999 MTV Video Music Awards.

Brittney Spears at the 1999 VMAs. Kevin Mazur/ Getty

The girl group TLC created another iconic fashion moment at Nickelodeon's Kids Choice Awards in 1999.

TLC at the Nickelodeon's Kids Choice Awards in 1999. Steve Granitz / Getty

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