There’s a reason Zendaya has a reputation as one of the best-dressed Hollywood stars. The actress—who’s starred in popular shows and films including Euphoria, Dune, and Challengers—is known for her transcendent acting ability and great sense of style. From her timeless looks with classic silhouettes to head-turning ensembles incorporating eye-catching details, it’s easy to see that Zendaya is quickly becoming a fashion icon for the new age. Zendaya and her former stylist, now creative director Law Roach have collaborated on some of the boldest looks in Hollywood today.
Ahead, see some of Zendaya’s most head-turning red carpet and after-party fashion moments, from her custom-made rosette-embroidered Valentino gown to her daring two-piece sets (remember her amazing hot pink Tom Ford look?), and so many others in between.
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2013: Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards
Zendaya opted for a watercolor-hued tie-dye miniskirt, a cropped gray sweatshirt, and a bouncy blowout for the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards in 2013.
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2013: American Music Awards
The actress stunned on the 2013 American Music Awards red carpet, wearing a flowy white ensemble from Donna Karan’s resort 2014 collection. The asymmetrical hemline, the sleek straight hair, and the silver platform heels went together well.
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2014: MTV Movie Awards
At the 2014 MTV Movie Awards, she opted for a long-sleeve dress with a pale-yellow, black, and white floral pattern. Her strappy black heels and simple jewelry complemented the outfit perfectly.
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2014: Princess Grace Awards Gala
She looked like a dream in a pale-blue and black number at the Princess Grace Awards Gala that same year. The Vivienne Westwood-designed look included an off-the-shoulder ruched black top paired with a floor-grazing skirt.
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2014: Academy of Motion Picture Arts And Sciences’ Governors Awards
Zendaya is pictured here in a Christian Siriano gown with a strapless cream top and flowing feather-accented train. Her deep red lip, slicked-back hair, and rouge heels sealed the deal.
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2014: American Music Awards
The gold-tone trousers, the baby-blue halter neck top, and the voluminous hair made Zendaya look like a million bucks walking into the American Music Awards.
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2015: Academy Awards
She wore another Vivienne Westwood creation at the 87th Academy Awards. The off-the-shoulder, seashell-white gown featured an asymmetrical neckline, a structured, ruched bodice, and a small train.
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2015: BET Awards
Zendaya sparkled on the BET Awards red carpet in a bedazzled Nicolas Jebran shirt-dress styled with platform heels and simple jewelry.
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2016: Golden Globe Awards
The movie star wore an incredible deep-red Marchesa gown boasting a tiered ruffled hem, plunging neckline, and accentuated waist. Her simple middle-part hairstyle, chandelier earrings, and oversized ring were elegant touches.
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2016: Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards
Zendaya paired a pale-purple and black embroidered dress with a wide black choker and sequined heels for a striking look.
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2017: MTV Movie & TV Awards
She wore an ethereal chartreuse-hued Zuhair Murad Couture dress with a deep V-neckline, fluttery sleeves, and a scalloped hem to the MTV Movie & TV Awards
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2018: Academy Awards
She wore an extravagant dark-brown Giambattista Valli gown to the 90th Academy Awards. The dress featured layers of flowy chiffon, an accentuated waist, and an asymmetrical neckline. Her simple updo and diamond jewelry complemented the look perfectly.
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2018: MTV Movie and TV Awards
For the 2018 MTV Movie and TV Awards, she wore a bright-red Carolina Herrera dress with a tiered hem, off-the-shoulder neckline, and gold heeled sandals.
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2018: Vanity Fair Oscar Party
For the renowned Oscars after-party, the actress stunned in a Michael Kors gown featuring an asymmetrical, voluminous tulle hem, all-over sequins, and a delicate V-neckline. She rounded out the ensemble with a sleek updo and bedazzled hairpins.
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2019: Primetime Emmy Awards
The custom emerald-green Vera Wang gown she wore at the 71st Primetime Emmy Awards was something else. Between the sheer bodice, the high side slit, and the voluminous side-parted hair, this striking look is hard to forget.
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2020: Critics Choice Awards
Zendaya’s incredible hot-pink Tom Ford outfit she wore to the 25th Critics Choice Awards had the Internet talking. The innovative look featured a molded top with a strappy back and a matching floor-grazing skirt.
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2021: Essence Black Women In Hollywood Awards
She shook things up when she posed in a vintage Yves Saint Laurent outfit consisting of a satin top with exaggerated shoulders, puffy sleeves, and a plunging neckline.
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2021: Academy Awards
She turned heads at the 93rd Academy Awards when she arrived in a bright yellow custom-made Valentino gown with a front cutout. She styled it with a sparkly Bulgari diamond choker and a waist-length wavy hairdo.
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2021: CFDA Fashion Awards
Another event, another fabulous outfit. The actress wore a bright red two-piece Vera Wang set for the 2021 CFDA Fashion Awards. The ensemble included a bandeau-style top and a matching column skirt with a voluminous hip section.
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2022: Primetime Emmy Awards
How amazing is this strapless ball gown she wore to the 74th Primetime Emmys? Designed by Valentino, the eye-catching dress featured a sweetheart neckline and a built-in bow belt. Zendaya accessorized the already elegant outfit with a headband and diamond choker.