The most daring outfits Zendaya has ever worn, from sheer gowns to eye-catching pantsuits

Amanda KrauseSep 1, 2020, 03:00 IST

Zendaya arrives at the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hangar on January 12 in Santa Monica, California.Steve Granitz/WireImage

Zendaya has quickly became a style icon on the red carpet.
But rather than always going glamorous, the "Euphoria" actress often takes daring fashion risks.
For example, she frequently wears sheer dresses, tops, and skirts.
Zendaya has also donned bold prints, oversized clothes, and unique fabrics.

Zendaya made her first Met Gala appearance in May 2015.

Zendaya attends the Met Gala in New York City on May 4, 2015. Charles Sykes/Invision/AP

In December of that year, she wore a pair of very wide-legged pants to Rihanna's Diamond Ball.

Zendaya attends the Diamond Ball in Santa Monica, California, on December 10, 2015. Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

The actress paired a black dress with a wild pair of shoes for a Grammys after-party in February 2016.

Zendaya at Universal Music Group's Grammys after-party on February 15, 2016. Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP

She completely changed her look for the iHeartRadio Music Awards in April 2016.

Zendaya attends the iHeartRadio Music Awards in California on April 3, 2016. Danny Moloshok/Reuters

Zendaya later wore one of her most confusing looks to date in October 2016.

Zendaya attends WE Day in Toronto, Canada, on Oct. 19, 2016. Arthur Mola/Invision/AP

Zendaya wore a white dress with a bubble skirt at the 2016 Glamour Women Of The Year event.

Zendaya at the Glamour Women Of The Year event in California on November 14, 2016. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

She looked glamorous in a semi-sheer gown at the 2017 MTV Movie & TV Awards.

Zendaya attends the MTV Movie & TV Awards in Los Angeles on May 7, 2017. Alberto E. Rodriguez/GettyImages

In June 2017, Zendaya donned a two-piece outfit that called back to her "Shake It Up" days.

Zendaya attends a "Spider-Man: Homecoming" photo call on June 15, 2017. KGC-03/STAR MAX/IPx/AP

Zendaya was pretty in pink at the "Spider-Man: Homecoming" premiere in June 2017.

Zendaya at the "Spider-Man: Homecoming" premiere in Hollywood on June 28, 2017. Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images

For Variety's Power of Young Hollywood event in August 2017, Zendaya wore a bold outfit covered in sparkles.

Zendaya attends the Variety Power of Young Hollywood event on August 8, 2017. Phil Mccarten/Invision/AP

Zendaya wore a Vivetta gown to the annual Fashion Awards in December 2017.

Zendaya attends the Fashion Awards in London, England, on December 4, 2017. Matt Crossick/PA Images/Getty Images

The actress opted for an oversized minidress at the Tiffany & Co. Paper Flowers event in May 2018.

Zendaya attends a Tiffany & Co. event in New York City on May 3, 2018. Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images

The actress resembled Joan of Arc at the 2018 Met Gala.

Zendaya attends the Met Gala in New York City on May 7, 2018. Sean Zanni/Getty Images

At the GQ Men of the Year Awards in September of that year, Zendaya wore a colorful gown with a daring skirt.

Zendaya attends the GQ Men of the Year Awards in London on September 5, 2018. Stuart C. Wilson/GettyImages

She opted for a standout tiered gown at an Áme Jewelry event in December 2018.

Zendaya attends an Áme Jewelry event in Los Angeles on December 13, 2018. Stefanie Keenan/Getty Images

Zendaya experimented with ruffles once again in February 2019.

Zendaya attends a Lancôme event in Los Angeles on February 21, 2019. Donato Sardella/Getty Images

The actress visited New York City in June 2019 while wearing an unbuttoned top.

Zendaya poses on the Empire State Building observation deck on June 24, 2019. Evan Agostini/Invision/AP

That same day, Zendaya changed into a two-piece outfit with a unique print.

Zendaya leaves "Good Morning America" in New York City on June 24, 2019. James Devaney/Getty Images

The actress showed her affinity for bold prints the following day.

Zendaya leaves MTV in New York City on June 25, 2019. Raymond Hall/Getty Images

Zendaya put her own twist on a superhero suit while at the "Spider-Man: Far From Home" premiere.

Zendaya attends the "Spider-Man: Far From Home" premiere on June 26. Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

Zendaya then put a feminine spin on a menswear-inspired look during Paris Fashion Week.

Zendaya attends a Giorgio Armani Prive Haute Couture show in Paris on July 2, 2019. Jacopo Raul/Getty Images

She wore one of her most sultry looks to date at the Emmys in September 2019.

Zendaya attends the Emmys in Los Angeles on September 22, 2019. ROBYN BECK/AFP/Getty Images

By October of that year, Zendaya was mixing men's and women's wear.

Zendaya at the Elle Women In Hollywood event on October 14, 2019. Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

The actress kicked off 2020 with a hot-pink outfit.

Zendaya at the Critics' Choice Awards in Santa Monica, California, on January 12, 2020. Steve Granitz/WireImage

She also wore a dress with daring cutouts, giant pockets, and a split sleeve that same month.

Zendaya attends the the AAA Art Awards in New York City in January. Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images

More recently, Zendaya donned a sheer shirtdress that made her look like she was draped in leaves.

Zendaya attends a Bvlgari event in New York City on February 6. Steven Ferdman/Stringer/Getty Images

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