61 photos that show how Dakota Johnson's style has evolved over the years

Olivia SinghOct 3, 2020, 00:48 IST

Dakota Johnson's style has evolved over the years.Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images

Dakota Johnson has been attending red carpets for years alongside her famous family members.
Over the years, the "Fifty Shades" actress has transformed her style.
In her teens and early adulthood, Johnson wore casual outfits, like jeans and a T-shirt, to red carpets.
Nowadays, you're more likely to see her rocking a floor-length gown.

Long before Dakota Johnson starred in the "Fifty Shades of Grey" films that propelled her to worldwide fame, she was attending red carpet events alongside her famous and talented family.

Her casual red carpet style has clearly evolved over the years, from jeans and a T-shirt to floor-length gowns created by popular designers.

Here's a look at how Johnson's style has changed.

Dakota Johnson made one of her first red carpet appearances at the September 2000 premiere for "The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea."

She was accompanied by her mom, Melanie Griffith, and her half-sister, Stella Banderas. Kevin Winter/ImageDirect

Johnson joined her family for her grandmother Tippi Hedren's Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony in early 2003.

Johnson was 13 years old at the time, and just starting to wear shoes with small heels at public events. Vince Bucci/Getty Images

In August 2003, she attended a red carpet premiere with Griffith, wearing a simple black dress.

Dakota Johnson and Melanie Griffith in August 2003. Evan Agostini/Getty Images

At the 2004 premiere of "Shrek 2," Johnson wore a Beatles T-shirt and blue jeans.

Johnson attended the premiere with Antonio Banderas, Griffith (who was married to Banderas at the time), and Stella. Kevin Winter/Getty Images

At the Teen Vogue Young Hollywood party in September 2004, Johnson posed with a black dress and accessorized with colorful bracelets and necklaces.

Dakota Johnson at the Teen Vogue Young Hollywood Party at Chateau Marmont on September 23, 2004, in Hollywood, California. Megan Gaynes/Getty Images

Johnson let her hair down and showed off her blonde bangs in 2005.

At the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Banderas received his own star for his career accomplishments. Stephen Shugerman/Getty Images

At a Golden Globes after-party in January 2006, she wore a long, silk black dress and posed for photos with her mom.

Dakkota Johnson and Melanie Griffith in January 2006. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

In March 2008, Johnson wore edgy eye makeup and a simple black dress, accessorizing with a long, navy jacket, black stockings, and black ankle boots.

Dakota Johnson in March 2008. David Livingston/Getty Images

In October, Johnson sported shorter, wavy locks and a ruffled, strapless black dress.

Melanie Griffith and Dakota Johnson in October 2008. Kevin Winter/Getty Images

In December 2010, she stepped out for the Los Angeles premiere of Banderas's film "Biutiful" wearing a loose, ruffled white top and black pants.

Melanie Griffith and Dakota Johnson in December 2010. Michael Buckner/Getty Images

At LACMA's 2011 Art + Film Gala, Johnson wore bright red lipstick and a taupe-colored gown.

Dakota Johnson in November 2011. Jason Merritt/Getty Images

At another gala in 2011, the actress went for a daring menswear look, choosing a black bow tie, white shirt, black blazer, black pants, and heels.

Dakota Johnson in November 2011. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for MOCA

In late 2011, Johnson wore a red top and leather jacket to an event held in California.

Johnson at the Hollywood Foreign Press Association and InStyle's "A Night of Firsts" on December 8, 2011. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

For the Sundance Film Festival in 2012, she stayed cozy with a black outfit and a long, gray coat.

Dakota Johnson in January 2012. Jemal Countess/Getty Images

At the premiere of "21 Jump Street," Johnson wore a black dress, sheer tights, and black heels.

Dakota Johnson at the premiere of "21 Jump Street," held at Grauman's Chinese Theatre on March 13, 2012. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

In April 2012, the actress looked angelic with a cream-colored outfit and matching high heels.

Dakota Johnson in April 2012. Michael Loccisano/Getty Images

At Fox's programming presentation post-show party, Johnson wore a simple, dark blue dress and shiny black heels.

Dakota Johnson in May 2012. Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images

Two months later, she attended another Fox event wearing a black dress.

Dakota Johnson at the blue carpet for the Fox all-star party on July 23, 2012. Kevin Winter/Getty Images

At a screening for "Ben and Kate" in August 2012, Johnson wore a dark outfit and dark blue nail polish to complete the look.

Dakota Johnson in August 2012. Kevin Winter/Getty Images

At a party in Culver City, California in September 2012, she wore a bright red dress and nude, strappy heels.

Dakota Johnson in September 2012. Kevin Winter/Getty Images

Johnson stepped out at the Hollywood Reporter's next generation event held in November 2012 with a blue dress, a dark blue blazer, and a chain with blue accents.

Dakota Johnson in November 2012. Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images

The actress wore a bold, lacy outfit to GQ's Men of the Year party.

Dakota Johnson at the black carpet event, which was held at Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles, California. Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images

At KIIS FM's 2012 Jingle Ball, Johnson wore a black outfit and a fun, floral blazer.

The event was held at the Nokia Theatre on December 1, 2012. Imeh Akpanudosen/Getty Images

In June 2013, she mixed things up by including a hat in this classy, chic look.

Dakota Johnson at BAFTA LA's Garden Party, which was held at the British Consuls General Residence on June 2, 2013. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

That same month, Johnson was a vision in white at the Chrysalis Butterfly Ball.

Dakota Johnson in June 2013. Jonathan Leibson/Getty Images for Chrysalis

At the 2013 premiere of "Don Jon," she wore a classy black dress with a high neckline and peep-toe heels.

Dakota Johnson and Melanie Griffith at the premiere, which took place in New York on September 12, 2013. Rob Kim/Getty Images

At LACMA's 2013 Art + Film Gala, she wore a shiny gown with dark eye makeup and her hair pulled back.

The event was held on November 2, 2013. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

At the prestigious Met Gala in 2014, Johnson wore velvet gloves and a navy outfit designed by Jason Wu.

The event was held in May 2014. Larry Busacca/Getty Images

At the 72nd Annual Golden Globes, Johnson wore a disco ball-esque silver gown, with matching silver shoes and a shiny clutch.

Dakota Johnson in January 2015. Jason Merritt/Getty Images

At a fan screening for "Fifty Shades of Grey," she joined costar Jamie Dornan, wearing a high-waisted leather skirt and fuzzy white top.

Jamie Dornan and Dakota Johnson in February 2015. Mike Coppola/Getty Images

Johnson stunned at the 87th Annual Academy Awards, with a red Saint Laurent gown and a matching lip color.

The award show occurred on February 22, 2015 in Hollywood, California. Jason Merritt/Getty Images

She attended Paris Fashion Week in March 2016, wearing a chic black outfit.

Dakota Johnson in March 2016. Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images

At the 2015 Met Gala, Johnson wore a futuristic black and silver Chanel Haute Couture minidress, with bold eyeliner and her hair in a short style.

Dakota Johnson in May 2015. Larry Busacca/Getty Images

At the 72nd Venice Film Festival in September 2015, Johnson looked nearly unrecognizable with curled, short brown hair, and a funky black dress.

Dakota Johnson in September 2015. Christine Pettinger/Getty Images

At ELLE's 2015 Women in Hollywood Awards, she wore a silk black gown and looked effortlessly classy.

Dakota Johnson in October 2015. Jason Merritt/Getty Images

At the 2016 People's Choice Awards, Johnson went on stage to accept an award, wearing a sparkling black and silver dress.

Dakota Johnson in January 2016. Kevin Winter/Getty Images

Johnson wore a neutral gown and her hair in a simple half-up, half-down style for the New York premiere of "How to Be Single,"

Dakota Johnson in February 2016. Theo Wargo/Getty Images

At Vogue's "A Century of Style" event, she wore a shiny, gold gown complete with a gold clutch.

Dakota Johnson in February 2016. Jeff Spicer/Getty Images

At the 2016 EE British Academy Film Awards, Johnson wore a red gown with a few ruffles, paired with a matching lip shade and silver shoes.

Dakota Johnson in February 2016. Ian Gavan/Getty Images

For the Los Angeles premiere for "Fifty Shades Darker," she opted for a simple, pale pink gown and a dark lip color.

Dakota Johnson in February 2017. Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images

At the UK premiere for "Fifty Shades Darker," Johnson wore a fun patterned dress with puffed, short sleeves.

Dakota Johnson in February 2017. Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images

The actress attended the 89th Annual Academy Awards in February 2017 wearing a gold Gucci gown that got mixed reviews.

Dakota Johnson in February 2017. Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images

She wore a ruffled Gucci gown with bold cutouts at the 2017 Met Gala.

Dakota Johnson in May 2017. Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images

At a fragrance launch event for Gucci in May 2017, the actress wore a floral printed gown.

Dakota Johnson in May 2017. Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for Gucci

At Milan Fashion Week, Johnson channeled her inner fashionista with a bright dress, big sunglasses, and funky clutch.

Dakota Johnson in September 2017. Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty Images for Gucci

In October 2017, Johnson stepped out at a screening for "Call Me by Your Name" wearing a black and white outfit with black heels and a black clutch.

Dakota Johnson in October 2017. Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images

At the 2017 LACMA Art + Film Gala, she wore a pink and silver gown with a berry lip shade and long silver earrings.

Dakota Johnson in November 2017. Charley Gallay/Getty Images for LACMA

Johnson wore a stylish red pantsuit to the Hollywood Film Awards, held on November 5, 2017.

Dakota Johnson in November 2017. Neilson Barnard/Getty Images

At the 2018 Golden Globes, Johnson lit up the red carpet with the unexpected star pattern on the back of her black Gucci gown.

Dakota Johnson was named Miss Golden Globe in 2006. Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images

At the France premiere for "Fifty Shades Freed," Johnson wore an elegant white dress.

The premiere was held at Salle Pleyel on February 6, 2018 in Paris, France. Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images

She wore a red dress, long earrings, and red shoes at the Venice Film Festival in September 2018.

Dakota Johnson in September 2018. Joel C Ryan/Invision/AP

At the LA premiere of "Bad Times at the El Royale," Johnson more a pink dress with silver details.

Dakota Johnson at the Los Angeles premiere of "Bad Times at the El Royale" at TCL Chinese Theatre on Saturday, September 22, 2018. Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

Johnson stunned in a silver dress that cascaded over the red carpet at the BFI London Film Festival in October 2018.

Dakota Johnson in October 2018. Tim P. Whitby/Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images for BFI

Days later, she wore a red dress with puffy sleeves for the "Suspiria's" LA premiere.

Dakota Johnson on October 24, 2018. Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP

In early November 2018, the actress wore a black dress with a unique sheer cutout.

Dakota Johnson in November 2018. Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP

At the closing ceremony of the 2018 Marrakech International Film Festival, Johnson wore a blue gown that had a heart and arrows on the back.

Dakota Johnson at the Closing Ceremony of the 17th Marrakech International Film Festival on December 8, 2018, in Marrakech, Morocco. Stephane Cardinale - Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images

Johnson's 2019 Met Gala dress was designed by Gucci and featured a bleeding heart on the front.

Dakota Johnson at the Met Gala in May 2019. Evan Agostini/Invision/AP

At a screening of "The Peanut Butter Falcon" in August 2019, the actress wore a top that resembled a large bow.

Dakota Johnson in August 2019. Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic

The actress wore a black ruffled dress to the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2019.

Dakota Johnson in September 2019. Evan Agostini/Invision/AP

Johnson wore an olive-colored dress days later for a party that took place during TIFF.