Ever wondered how much your favorite celebrities’ red carpet outfits are worth? Well, prepare to be gobsmacked! Over the years, red carpet events such as the Oscars, Cannes Film Festival, and the Met Gala have showcased some of the most expensive and iconic outfits in the world of fashion. From dazzling jewelry to elaborate gowns, these outfits are nothing short of breathtaking. Let’s take a look at the most expensive red carpet outfits of all time.
1. Lady Gaga at the Oscars (2019)
Lady Gaga is known for her outlandish fashion choices, but at the 2019 Oscars, she stunned everyone with a classic yet striking ensemble. The “Bad Romance” singer donned an Alexander McQueen gown and a Tiffany & Co. necklace that had only been worn twice in public before. The necklace, featuring a 128.54-carat fancy yellow diamond, is said to be worth a staggering $40 million. When combined with the cost of her gown, Lady Gaga’s total look was estimated to be worth a whopping $41 million.
2. Carrie Underwood at the Grammys (2013)
Country music superstar Carrie Underwood dazzled at the 2013 Grammys with a 380-carat diamond necklace from Johnathon Arndt. The value of this necklace alone is estimated at $31 million. She paired it with a gorgeous black strapless Roberto Cavalli gown, making her outfit one of the most expensive red carpet looks ever.
3. Charlize Theron at the Oscars (2014)
Charlize Theron has always been a style icon, and her look at the 2014 Oscars was no exception. She wore a show-stopping Christian Dior gown and a one-of-a-kind Harry Winston necklace worth an impressive $15 million. The overall cost of her ensemble matched that of Jessica Biel’s, as reported by Vogue.
4. Amy Adams at the Golden Globes (2014)
Amy Adams’ pendant and earrings from the 2014 Golden Globes are estimated to be worth $10.6 million. The actress paired these exquisite pieces with a two-toned Valentino gown, making her look one of the priciest in red carpet history.
5. Anne Hathaway at the Oscars (2011)
Anne Hathaway’s 2011 Oscars outfit was worth more than just a glance. While her vibrant red Valentino dress was estimated to be worth $106,075, her diamond necklace was the real showstopper. The Lucida Star diamond necklace from Tiffany and Co. was valued at an astonishing $10 million.
6. Nicole Kidman at the Oscars (2008)
Nicole Kidman’s 2008 Oscars outfit may have been divisive in terms of style, but its value is undeniable. Her L’Wren Scott cascading necklace was estimated to be worth a hefty $7 million.
7. Jennifer Lawrence at the Oscars (2013)
Jennifer Lawrence’s Christian Dior gown from the 2013 Oscars is perhaps more famous for her stumble as she went to accept her award. However, the dress itself was worth a staggering $5.3 million.
8. Charlize Theron at the Oscars (2013)
Charlize Theron makes the list again with her 2013 Oscars outfit. She paired a peplum Christian Dior Couture gown with Harry Winston diamonds worth approximately $4.5 million.
9. Rihanna at the Met Gala (2015)
Rihanna’s Guo Pei look at the 2015 Met Gala may have spawned countless memes, but it also carried a hefty price tag of $3.97 million.
10. Zendaya at the Venice International Film Festival (2021)
Zendaya’s emerald necklace from the 2021 Venice International Film Festival is so iconic it has its own documentary. The Serpenti Hypnotic Emerald necklace is valued at $3.5 million.
11. Nicole Kidman at the Oscars (1997)
At the 1997 Oscars, Nicole Kidman wore a bright yellow embroidered gown by John Galliano for Christian Dior, valued at $2.65 million.
12. Paris Hilton at the Hollywood Beauty Awards (2017)
Paris Hilton’s shimmering gown from August Getty at the 3rd Annual Hollywood Beauty Awards cost $357,710. The dress was made up of 500,000 Swarovski crystals and took a team of five eight months to produce.
13. Cate Blanchett at the Oscars (2007)
Cate Blanchett’s one-shoulder Armani Prive look at the 2007 Oscars was estimated to cost $265,046.
14. Elizabeth Taylor at the Oscars (1970)
Elizabeth Taylor’s Edith Head purple dress at the 1970 Academy Awards cost approximately $221,976.
15. Lady Gaga at the Golden Globes (2019)
Lady Gaga’s lavender dress by Valentino at the 2019 Golden Globes was reportedly worth $198,846.
16. Princess Diana at the Cannes Film Festival (1987)
Princess Diana’s pastel blue strapless dress from Catherine Walker at the 1987 Cannes Film Festival is estimated to be worth $181,572.
17. Audrey Hepburn at the Oscars (1954)
Audrey Hepburn’s chic Givenchy gown at the 1954 Oscars is estimated to be worth $174,018.
18. Lady Gaga at the Grammys (2018)
Lady Gaga’s Armani Prive lace dress at the 2018 Grammys is estimated to cost $165,716.
19. Lupita Nyong’o at the Oscars (2015)
Lupita Nyong’o’s Calvin Klein gown, adorned with 6,000 pearls, at the 2015 Oscars is estimated to cost $150,000.
20. Kate Winslet at the Oscars (2007)
Kate Winslet’s mint green look at the 2007 Oscars is estimated to cost $132,521.
21. Jessica Biel at the Oscars (2014)
Jessica Biel’s strapless Chanel look at the 2014 Oscars is estimated to cost $132,521.
22. Julia Roberts at the Oscars (2001)
Julia Roberts’s black and white Valentino gown at the 2001 Oscars is estimated to cost $125,850.
It’s clear that when it comes to celebrity red carpet fashion, the sky is the limit. From million-dollar dresses to extravagant jewelry, these outfits truly define the phrase “priceless fashion.”
