Some of the most viral moments of 2025 just so happened to take place on the red carpet – and the fashion was doing all the heavy lifting. Zendaya used an appearance at the Golden Globes to announce her engagement to Tom Holland with a not-so-subtle engagement ring debut. Edvin Ryding, had Young Royals fans excited over his Prince Wilhelm-esque sash at the Oscars. And who could forget how Jenna Ortega owned every single red carpet around the world during the Wednesday premiere? And that's just the beginning.
In case you need a little refresher on the red carpet moments that had every social media platform ablaze, we've rounded up our favorites. Ahead, see the 10 best red carpet moments from 2025 in no particular order.
Jenna Ortega in Ashi Studio at the Wednesday London Premiere
Jenna Ortega's Wednesday promotion was no ordinary press tour. With every single city premiere, the actress solidified herself as a fashion icon. While it was hard to choose a favorite (that Simone Rocha look was a VERY close second), the Ashi Studio couture gown took the prize. Each look she wore had an element of the creepy, but this dress, made to look like peeling snake skin, was equal parts stunning and grotesque. A look for the ages.
Paige Bueckers in Coach at the WNBA Draft
In the ultimate moment of sports meets fashion, basketball star Paige Bueckers hit the orange carpet at the WNBA draft wearing a look by Coach. The suit was equal parts fun, professional, and easygoing. The brand is an official partner of the organization, and Bueckers is proof that basketball and style go hand in hand.
Alex Consani in Gucci at the LACMA Art+Film Gala
Alex Consani is no stranger to viral moments, but the supermodel made a splash when she hit the red carpet in this plunging neck, high-slit Gucci gown at the LACMA Art+Film Gala. While her runway moments, campaigns, and magazine covers are proof enough that she is a fashion powerhouse, the red carpet sealed the deal.
Zendaya in Louis Vuitton at the Golden Globes
Zendaya would be the perfect person to use fashion to set the entire internet ablaze. At the 2025 Golden Globes, the actress hit the red carpet wearing an orange Louis Vuitton gown and her not-so-subtle ENGAGEMENT RING. That's how we all found out that the world's favorite couple, Zendaya and Tom Holland, were getting married.
Leah Save Jeffries in Do Long to the Percy Jackson premiere
Leah Sava Jeffries, one of the stars of Percy Jackson and the Olympians, is fully coming into her own style-wise. At one of the Percy Jackson season 2 premieres, she wore this gorgeous, nearly iridescent blue Do Long gown that swirls into its head scarf like water, light and effortless — perfect for season 2, adapted from Rick Riordan's Sea of Monsters novel in the series.
Freen in Valentino to the Met Gala
Making her Met Gala debut, Thai actor Freen interpreted 2025’s “Tailored for You” dress code with details that were so in line with her personal style, especially as a brand ambassador for Valentino. The cream, fluffy-trimmed blazer adorned by a pink bow, sheer embellished top underneath, and long maxi skirt with a split hem to reveal floral tights gave the look a trendy coquette twist while honoring the suiting motif. Her mocha mousse waves and soft pink makeup tied the whole look together.
Edvin Ryding in Xander Zhou to the Oscars
Just after he bid farewell to his Young Royals character Prince Wilhelm, Edvin Ryding gave him a subtle nod on the Oscars 2025 red carpet. Intentionally wearing pieces from designers in his home country, Sweden, Ryding opted for a prince-like look complete with a sash and trendy brooch. As Ryding takes on his next big role, Vitus in Sunrise on the Reaping, which comes out in November 2026, we’re sure we’ll see more eye-catching looks from him in the new year as well.
Zahara Marley and Angelina Jolie in Alexander McQueen at the Golden Globes
This iconic mother-daughter duo both wore Alexander McQueen gowns to the Golden Globes this year, and we loved how they both coordinate and contrast. Zahara Marley's white dress is adorned with silver-black winding tree branches, giving the effect of growing into mom Angelina Jolie's shimmery silver beaded look when they stand by side. Each fits their respective vibes perfectly — and both glow in the spotlight.
Taylor Swift in Vivienne Westwood at the Grammys
Taylor Swift’s corseted, draped Vivienne Westwood mini dress was dazzling on its own with its sparkly red fabric. But to up the ante, she wore a body chain around her thigh with a dainty little “T” charm that sent everyone into a frenzy. Was it for now fiancé Travis Kelce, her own name, or Tortured Poets? Each Swiftie has their own theory, but one thing’s for sure, they were all talking about it.
Tate McRae in Ludovic de Saint Sernin for the VMAs
Of the many interpretations of the sheer dress, Tate McRae's Ludovic se Saint Sernin, styled by Chloe and Chenelle Delgadillo for the VMAs, put a whimsical twist on the trend. The sheer white train was ethereal as it flowed behind her down the red carpet.
