Catherine Zeta-Jones Best Red Carpet Fashion Moments: PHOTOS
There are only a few celebrities in all of Hollywood that always make the coveted “Best-Dressed” lists every single time. Many push the boundaries with their fashion choices, opting for daring and colorful ensembles, but quite a few miss the mark. But that’s literally never the case with Oscar-winning actress Catherine Zeta-Jones.
From glittering ball gowns that gave everyone regal vibes to sheer, sexy mini-dresses that showed off her long legs, the Chicago star knows how to make sure all eyes are on her when she steps out onto a red carpet. Seriously, she never misses when choosing the right look for each A-list-filled event.
While she’s sworn by the sparkling looks over the years, she’s gotten bolder and bolder with her fashion choices. Whether it be a change in stylists or a love for experimentation, we do know that she’s stopped caring what others think about her.
“Something about getting older was that I don’t take a lot of sh*t from people,” she recently said to InStyle. “Not that I’m snappy, or that I’m looking for shi*t from people. I just don’t take it, and I don’t take it in a very gracious way. And it’s only something that comes from experience, and it’s only something that comes from being 53.”
Not only do we love this mindset, but we can’t get enough of her looks. In honor of her recent string of jaw-dropping dresses, let’s check out 50 of Zeta-Jones’ most memorable and dazzling red-carpet fashion moments below.
A version of this article was originally published on Dec 2022.
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Gothic Goddess (2024)
For Women In Cinema event during the Red Sea International Film Festival 2024, Catherine Zeta-Jones looked like a gothic goddess in this sheer, floral gown from Marchesa.
Beautiful in Blue (2024)
For the the Opening Ceremony of The Red Sea International Film Festival 2024, Catherine Zeta-Jones wowed in this shimmery blue caped gown, which is a custom Marmar.
Lady in Red (2023)
Catherine Zeta-Jones looked mesmerizing on the carpet during the first day of the Cannes Film Festival in this plunging gown with various shades of red.
Black Lace Lady (2023)
For the Wednesday reunion, Catherine Zeta-Jones channeled her character in this stunning lace corsetted Rasario gown.
Beautiful in Baby Blue (2023)
Catherine Zeta-Jones looked absolutely gorgeous at the Ant-Man And The Wasp: Quantumania UK Gala Screening in this baby blue strapless gown with ruching details on the bust.
Leopard Lady for Marvel (2023)
Catherine Zeta-Jones’ leopard-print ball gown from Carolina Herrera that she wore to the Ant-Man And The Wasp: Quantumania premiere is one of her boldest (and most head-turning) dresses to date!
Golden Bombshell for the BAFTA Burns Bash (2023)
Attending the BAFTA Annual Burns Bash with her husband Michael Douglas, Catherine Zeta-Jones turned heads in this plunging black and gold gown. To show off her cleavage, the actress opted for no necklace and wore dangling golden earrings and a bracelet instead.
All Eyes on This Purple Catsuit (2022)
For the premiere of the National Treasure: Edge of History series, Catherine Zeta-Jones looked absolutely breathtaking in a purple Elie Saab catsuit, which she paired with Sarah Flint heels, along with delicate jewelry from Nicole Rose Kopelman and YEPREM.
Wickedly Gorgeous at ‘Wednesday’ (2022)
At the premiere of Wednesday, Catherine Zeta-Jones stepped out in this plunging, uniquely-tailored white gown from TONI MATICEVSKI.
Women in Red at the 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards (2021)
No one could take their eyes off Catherine Zeta-Jones at the 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards when she arrived in this high-slit, dramatic red gown from Cristina Ottaviano.
Beautiful in Black (2021)
Catherine Zeta-Jones wowed in this high-slit black dress (which she paired with Chopard jewelry) at the 78th Annual Golden Globe Awards in 2021.
Powerful & Head-Turning Attire at the Screen Actors Guild Awards (2020)
Catherine Zeta-Jones took everyone’s breath away in this plunging, high-slit sparkling silver gown for the 26th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards.
Channeling Jean Harlow (2019)
Catherine Zeta-Jones even goes all out for Halloween, most notably going in a dramatic Jean Harlow ensemble with Michael Douglas as Lawrence Of Arabia at Bette Midler’s star-studded Hulaween bash.
Formal & flowing at the Michael Kors Collection Fall Runway Show (2019)
For the Michael Kors Collection Fall 2019 Runway Show, Catherine-Zeta Jones arrived in her favorite color for this flowing Michael Kors gown.
Pink is the New Black (2019)
Catherine Zeta-Jones turned heads at the 71st Emmy Awards in this flowing, hot pink cutout gown from Georges Hobeika Couture.
Gorgeous in Green at the Golden Globe Awards (2019)
For the 2019 Golden Globe Awards, Catherine Zeta-Jones wowed in this ruffled green silk Elie Saab Haute Couture gown.
Red Velvet at The Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama Gala (2019)
One of our absolute favorite looks from Catherine Zeta-Jones is easily this red velvet, high-slit gown from Marchesa, which she rocked at The Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama 2019 Gala.
Dramatic Navy Gown at the Screen Actors Guild Awards (2019)
Catherine Zeta-Jones pulled out all the stops for this dramatic, sparkling navy Zuhair Murad Couture gown that boats a high-slit, plunging neckline, and long train.
Corseted Catherine (2018)
Combining lace and corseted bodies all in one black Dolce & Gabbana dress is exactly the daring fashion choice Catherine Zeta-Jones would pick.
Updated Take on Black & White (2018)
Catherine Zeta-Jones turned heads at the Cocaine Godmother Press Conference in this ruffled black dress that had a stretch of a white floral fabric
Stunning Streetwear (2018)
When Catherine Zeta-Jones arrived at the Robin Williams Theatre in 2018, no one could take their eyes off of this ornate lace black dress. Even her street fashion is impeccable!
Morticia Addams Vibes at Golden Globes (2018)
This sheer, ornate black Zuhair Murad Couture gown Catherine Zeta-Jones rocked at the 2018 Golden Globe Awards still lives in our minds rent-free.
1920s Glamour at the British Luxury Awards (2017)
For the British Luxury Awards, Catherine Zeta-Jones channeled 1920s glamour in this beaded black gown from Temperley London.
Black & White Premiere (2017)
Catherine Zeta-Jones turned heads in this black and white Rhea Costa gown for the premiere Of FX Network’s Feud: Bette And Joan.
Showstopping Gown & Performance (2017)
For her showstopping performance at “City Winery Presents A Celebration of the Music of Jimmy Webb” at Carnegie Hall, Catherine Zeta-Jones looked incredible in this purple and black patterned ballgown.
Power Suit Icon (2017)
While Catherine Zeta-Jones typically rocks dresses, she truly owned this cream-colored power suit.
Silver Goddess at The Best FIFA Football Awards (2017)
Yet again, Catherine Zeta-Jones turned heads in this lace and velvet silver Zuhair Murad Couture gown.
Dark Fairy Godmother at ‘Cocaine Godmother’ Photocall (2017)
Catherine Zeta-Jones always knows how to push the fashion envelope, shocking everyone in this architecturally mesmerizing black and gray gown from Cushnie et Ochs at the Cocaine Godmother Cannes MIPCOM Photocall.
Bold & Blue at ‘Dad’s Army’ World Premiere (2016)
Catherine Zeta-Jones took everyone’s breath away in this high-slit, teal blue gown by Elie Saab for the Dad’s Army World Premiere red carpet.
Dark & Dramatic at Movies For Grownups Awards (2016)
Catherine Zeta-Jones stunned in this black Escada jumpsuit with a red bandeau on top for the 15th annual Movies For Grownups Awards.
RED-y for Her Close-Up (2015)
Red is really Catherine Zeta-Jones’ color, and this stunning Angel Sanchez ballgown from the 2015 Golden Globe Awards proves that.
Rocking Lace on the Red Carpet (2014)
No one rocks a lace dress like Catherine Zeta-Jones, and one of our absolute favorites was when she wowed in this black-tiered lace gown from Alice + Olivia.
Gothic & Glowing for ‘RED 2’ (2013)
Seriously, Catherine Zeta-Jones owns the color black, and this Maria Lucia Hohan gown from the RED 2 premiere is still a fan-favorite.
Golden for the Oscars (2013)
Catherine Zeta-Jones was the definition of a golden goddess in this shimmering metallic Zuhair Murad gown at the 2013 Oscars.
Terrific in Teal (2013)
Catherine Zeta-Jones wowed everyone with this silk teal ballgown for the red carpet show for the Qingdao Oriental Movie Metropolis.
Leggy in Lace (2012)
Once again, Catherine Zeta-Jones rocks one of her favorite designers: Zuhair Murad. Instead of a floor-length gown, she opted for a floral black lace mini-dress for the Rock Of Ages LA Premiere that shows off her long legs.
Silver Queen at the 6th Annual “A Fine Romance” Event (2011)
Not only can Catherine Zeta-Jones rock a bold golden dress, but she looks like an IRL ethereal goddess in silver – especially in this Elie Saab Couture gown.
Excellent in Emerald at the Golden Globes (2011)
One of our all-time favorite gowns Catherine Zeta-Jones ever wore is this emerald Monique Lhuillier ballgown from the 2011 Golden Globe Awards.
Shimmering & Fiery at the 37th Annual AFI Lifetime Achievement Awards (2009)
Catherine Zeta-Jones rocked the color red yet again in this glamorous, sequin-embellished Randi Rahm gown.
Ravishing in Red (2011)
No matter the color, no matter the occasion, Catherine Zeta-Jones always sparkles in any gown she chooses, including this vermillion gown for the 65th Annual Tony Awards.
Tony Award-Winning in Baby Blue (2010)
For the 2010 Tony Awards, Catherine Zeta-Jones came to wow in a baby-blue Atelier Versace ballgown as she took home for Tony Award for A Little Night Music.
1950s Vibes in Oscar de la Renta (2010)
Is anyone else getting edgy 1950s vibes from Catherine Zeta-Jones in this patterned Oscar de la Renta dress for The Today Show?
Shining Star Style (2008)
For the 4th Annual A Fine Romance to Benefit The Motion Picture & Television Fund, Catherine Zeta-Jones looked like an actual shining star in this bedazzled, sparkling black gown.
One-of-a-Kind in Ombre (2005)
Catherine Zeta-Jones rocked one of her most daring looks at the 16th Annual Glamour Magazine “Women of the Year” awards: wowing in a black and silver, floral ombre gown.
Curvy in Black at Red Ball (2005)
Catherine Zeta-Jones turned heads in this curve-hugging black gown for the Eighth Red Ball.
Lacey & Lovely at ‘The Legend of Zorro’ Premiere (2005)
For the premiere of The Legend of Zorro, Catherine Zeta-Jones captured the movie’s fiery motif in this Dolce & Gabbana gown that she paired with a black lace belt with a red flower.
Ravishing in Red Versace (2004)
One of Catherine Zeta-Jones’ sexiest looks ever was when she arrived to the 2004 Oscars in this red Atelier Versace gown.
Cinderella Vibes (2004)
During the EIF’s Women’s Cancer Research Fund and Honorary Chairs, no one could take their eyes off Catherine Zeta-Jones’ shimmering blue and beige, shoulderless gown.
Jaw-Dropping Gold Gown at SAG (2004)
At the 10th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards, Catherine Zeta-Jones made everyone’s jaws drop in this glowing gold ballgown.
IRL Princess Vibes (2004)
Catherine Zeta-Jones took everyone’s breath away in this princess-level, sparkling baby-pink gown for the premiere of the film Ocean’s Twelve.
Beautiful While Rocking Her Baby Bump (2003)
When Catherine Zeta-Jones won the Oscar for her supporting role in Chicago, she rocked this custom brown Versace gown that showed off her growing baby bump.
Perfect in Pink (2002)
Catherine Zeta-Jones stunned in this dazzling, one-shoulder hot pink gown fro the 3rd Annual Laureus World Sports Awards.
Rebellious Black Rehearsal Dinner Dress (2000)
For Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas’ rehearsal dinner, Jones looked sensational in this black floral dress. In a previous interview with Vogue, she told the story behind the dress, saying, “I wanted something that was fun. I wanted something that was black and then Badgley Mischka were like, ‘You can’t wear black to your rehearsal dinner for your wedding, you can’t.’ And then I saw this at the showroom and I went, ‘aha.’ It covers everything. It’s floral, it’s feminine, it’s airy, it’s super comfortable and I’ve got some black in it.”
Golden Goddess at GQ Man of the Year (1999)
Who could forget when Catherine Zeta-Jones stunned in this shimmering gold gown at the 1999 GQ Man of the Year?
Favorite Colored Silk Gown (1999)
For the 1999 Cannes Film Festival, Catherine Zeta-Jones debuted this baby-pink, silk Theirry Mugler gown. She also told the story about this dress to Vogue. “I saw this Thierry Mugler dress and it was in my favorite pink. It was such defined, sharp lines. So as feminine as this dress is, there’s something very strong and acutely cut. You know, it’s just everything in a dress that I love for this event, at that time, in France, it was pretty amazing.” she said. “Unfortunately, I don’t have this dress. I remember this dress had to go back to Paris because I think it was a sample dress for a show. And so it was kind of premiered on the red carpet.”
Future Dazzling Hand-Me-Down (1999)
Who could forget when Catherine-Zeta Jones arrived in this light purple Versace gown for the ‘Diamonds Are Forever’ Gala Fashion Show? In an interview with Vogue, she revealed she still has this dress and plans to give it to her daughter Carys.
“This dress I have. I loved everything about this dress. This color, those Chopard diamonds. I love the way the tiny, tiny beads were all guided towards the split at the side,” she said. “I want my daughter to wear this dress again. I just don’t want to have the fear of me not being able to get into this dress again. So as a mother, I gladly contribute to my daughter’s wardrobe by giving her beautiful pieces of art, vintage Versace no less.”
Bold in Boudoir (1999)
All eyes were on Catherine Zeta-Jones during The 1999 MTV Movie Awards when she arrived in this boudoir, floral pink slip dress that we’re still obsessed with nearly 25 years later.
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