Stars’ Casual Looks at 2023 Sundance Film Festival Red Carpet: Photos

Not only are we on the road to the Oscars, with award shows happening nearly every other week, but we’re back to festival season. From the Toronto Film Festival to the Venice Film Festival, one of entertainment’s favorite times of the year is back and better than ever. To kick off 2023, the largest independent film festival is back in full swing: the Sundance Film Festival.

Founded back in 1978 as the Utah/US Film Festival, this event is all about showcasing new work from independent filmmakers, with the cast and crew arriving at the premieres. So many happen in one day, and along with that, there are panels, esteemed shows within, designer events, and more. And this year may be one of the most star-studded Sundance Festivals in a while.

From Jan 19 to 29, many of our favorite stars are arriving in style at the festival. Now, while most red-carpet events we cover show people in some pretty extravagant gowns and colorful suits, some A-list-packed events just don’t call for that. And we love the more chic and casual dress code events just as much!

Check out all the stars and their casually cool looks from this year’s Sundance Film Festival below!

Brooke Shields

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Brooke Shields arrived at the premiere of Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields in a super warm and stylish look of a black dress, matching tights, white-lined cowboy boots, and a fuzzy windbreaker jacket to top it off.
Dakota Johnson

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Dakota Johnson channeled Britney Spears’ iconic all-denim ensemble, but added a chic twist but making it a dark wash, three-piece set from Magda Butrym.
Anne Hathaway

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Anne Hathaway rocked the LBD trend in this sparkling black Versace dress, which she paired with dark tights and matching black Versace booties for the premiere of Eileen.
Daisy Ridley

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For the premiere of Sometimes I Think about Dying, Daisy Ridley looked as posh as can be in this sleek gray Gabriela Hearst suit.
Sofia Coppola

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Director Sofia Coppola showed off her chic casual style in this black boot, black jeans, and striped Chanel sweater ensemble.
Nikyatu Jusu

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For the opening night of Sundance, screenwriter Nikyatu Jusu, who threw out the casual idea and rocked this ornate, metallic floor-length gown.
Emilia Clarke

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Emilia Clarke stunned on the red carpet for the Pod Generation in this head-to-toe black Chanel look.
Will Ferrell

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Will Ferrell looked cozy and cool in this oversized puffer jacket, brown sweater, and blue jeans.
Jennifer Connelly

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Jennifer Connelly made a super rare red carpet appearance, wowing in this Louis Vuitton ensemble of a black sweater, high-waisted green skirt, a classic LV bag, and black knee-high boots.
Haley Bennett

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Okay, so this isn’t casual, but we had to mention this insanely gorgeous, glittering Batsheva gown that Haley Bennett rocked for the premiere of Magazine Dreams.
Debby Ryan

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Debby Ryan looked like a hippie queen in this ensemble consisting of a turtleneck, terracotta top and a multi-patterned peasant skirt.
Marlee Matlin

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Oscar winner Marlee Matlin kept thing cozy and casual as well in this blue jean, blue and white sweater look.
Misty Copeland

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Misty Copeland arrived at the Women at Sundance Celebration in a layered, baby blue sweater, which she paired with black jeans and brown winter boots.
Phoebe Dynevor

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Bridgerton star Phoebe Dynevor arrived at the premiere of Fair Play in a crop-topped black suit.
Emilia Jones

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CODA star Emilia Jones arrived in style at the Fairyland premiere, turning heads in this elaborate scoop-necked zebra Michael Kors ensemble.
Bella Thorne

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Bella Thorne rocked the monochromatic look in this checkered, fuzzy look while attending the Acura Festival Village.
Tan France

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Tan France turned heads in this elevated look of gray slacks, an orange button-down, and a vibrant orange jacket with an ornate design detailed on a strip.
Danai Gurira

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Danai Gurira arrived at the Gucci event for Sundance, she arrived in a chic and sleek black zippered ensemble.
Thuso Mbedu

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For the Gucci event at Sundance, Thuso Mbedu turned heads in this vibrant orange and purple look.
Dakota Johnson

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While we adore all of Dakota Johnson’s chic and casual looks at Sundance, we really love this Gucci look of a sheer white button-down and high-waisted leather pants.