While so many beautiful gowns and looks hit red carpets every year, there are only a few magical enough to be considered memorable — but the British Academy Film Awards are full of those!
The British Academy Film Awards (also known as the BAFTAs or BAFTA Film Awards) is one of the most prestigious international film ceremonies. Dating back to the first award show in 1949, stars from all over the world have come to honor their colleague’s amazing contributions to the world of film. From Oscar winners like Emma Thompson to members of the British Royal family like Prince William and Kate Middleton, everyone comes to this award show — and they come in style.
While the more daring fashion choices happen at the Grammys or the Oscars (yes, we’re talking about Björk’s iconic swan dress), that doesn’t mean some seriously head-turning fashion moments don’t happen at the BAFTAs. The BAFTAs have seen some seriously gorgeous looks that people still think about years or decades later, from Goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow’s unprecedented crop top moment to Jodie Turner-Smith’s vibrant yellow gown.
With the 2023 BAFTAs coming in full swing, let’s take a look back at some of the best fashion we’ve ever seen hit the BAFTA’s red carpet. Check out the most memorable red carpet moments from the BAFTA Film Awards red carpet below!
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Anya Taylor-Joy (2023)
Image Credit: Photo by Stephane Cardinale - Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images. All eyes were on Anya Taylor-Joy when she stepped out in this color-shifting, velvet ensemble from Schiaparelli.
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Cynthia Erivo (2023)
Image Credit: Photo by Dave Benett/Getty Images. Cynthia Erivo made the grandest entrance when she stepped out in this copper fringe gown from Louis Vuitton.
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Florence Pugh (2023)
Image Credit: Photo by Dave Benett/Getty Images. Florence Pugh made every single jaw drop when she arrived in this poofy, vibrant orange gown.
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Andreea Cristea (2023)
Image Credit: Photo by Dave Benett/Getty Images. Model Andreea Cristea seriously turned heads at the 2023 BAFTAs in this intricately-made gold mini-dress from Rahul Mishra with exaggerated sleeves.
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Haley Bennett (2022)
Image Credit: Getty. One look that doesn’t get talked about enough is Haley Bennett’s showstopping red ballgown from Maison Valentino.
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Salma Hayek (2022)
Image Credit: Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage. Everyone was losing it back in 2022 when Salma Hayek arrived in this high-slit black lace and purple velvet Gucci gown.
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Lady Gaga (2022)
Image Credit: Photo by Samir Hussein/WireImage. One of our favorite looks of all time is definitely Lady Gaga’s stunning, glamorous emerald Ralph Lauren gown that she paired with Tiffany & Co. jewelry.
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Florence Pugh (2020)
Image Credit: Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage. Florence Pugh is never afraid to go on the daring side with her red-carpet fashion, and this ruffled Barbiecore pink caped Dries Van Noten x Christian Lacroix gown proved that.
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Scarlett Johansson (2020)
Image Credit: Photo by Samir Hussein/WireImage. Everyone stopped in their tracks when they saw Scarlett Johansson rocking this custom pink feather-trimmed gown from Versace. In 2020, she was nominated for best actress for Marriage Story and best supporting actress for her role in Jojo Rabbit.
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Kate Middleton (2020)
Image Credit: Photo by Samir Hussein/WireImage. Kate Middleton looked so enchanting in this royal rewear: a glittering Alexander McQueen gown, which she paired with Jimmy Choo Romy heels and Van Cleef & Arpells Magic Alhambra Earrings in Mother Of Pearl.
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Jodie Turner-Smith (2020)
Image Credit: Wiktor Szymanowicz / Future Publishing (Photo credit should read Wiktor Szymanowicz/Future Publishing via Getty Images. While Jodie Turner-Smith always rocks something daring on the red carpet, this sparkling yellow Gucci gown that showed off her baby bump will remain one of her most iconic looks to date.
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Cynthia Erivo (2019)
Image Credit: Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage. Cynthia Erivo gave all the princess vibes in this beige and purple tulle ball gown from Vera Wang, which perfectly matched her mermaid braided purple hair.
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Anya Taylor-Joy (2018)
Image Credit: Photo by Samir Hussein/WireImage. Anya Taylor-Joy was channeling the 2018 Met Gala theme in this sheer, black-lace gown from Dolce & Gabbana, which she topped with a cross necklace and golden crown.
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Lupita Nyong’o (2018)
Image Credit: Photo by Samir Hussein/WireImage. One of the most recent looks that everyone still thinks about is the bold black, and gold-lined Elie Saab gown Lupita Nyong’o wowed in back in 2018.
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Cate Blanchett (2016)
Image Credit: Photo by rune hellestad/Corbis via Getty Images. Cate Blanchett always keeps her red-carpet fashion fresh, always making sure she’s keeping fans on their toes. While we adore so many of her looks, this floral cut-out Alexander McQueen gown is a dream.
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Angelina Jolie (2014)
Image Credit: Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage. All eyes were on Angelina Jolie when she stepped out in this super-chic suit from Saint Laurent.
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Zawe Ashton (2013)
Image Credit: Photo by Dave J Hogan/Getty Images. Zawe Ashton was easily wowed in one of the most daring looks in the 2010s with this barely-there black dress from Julien Macdonald.
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Eva Green (2007)
Image Credit: Photo by Ian West - PA Images/PA Images via Getty Images. When Eva Green became the second Rising Star award recipient, she did it in her own unique style. For her look, she rocked a heavily embellished red dress with a messy up-do. Classic Eva, and we’re obsessed.
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Elle Macpherson (2000)
Image Credit: Photo by Ken Goff/Getty Images. When a star wears red, you can’t help but stare in awe; and when Elle Macpherson did it, no one could take their eyes off of her! In 2000, Macpherson stopped everyone in their tracks with this strapless Valentino dress.
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Mena Suvari (2000)
Image Credit: Photo by Michael Crabtree - PA Images/PA Images via Getty Images. The mermaidcore vibes from this two-piece ensemble Mena Suvari rocked at the 2000 BAFTAs are immaculate. From the beaded baby blue crop top to the color-shifting ball gown skirt, it’s all so dreamy.
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Gwyneth Paltrow (1999)
Image Credit: Photo by Justin GoffUK Press via Getty Images. Before crop tops were a red carpet staple, Gwyneth Paltrow turned heads in this black beaded two-piece ensemble for the 1999 BAFTAs.
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Elizabeth Hurley (1998)
Image Credit: Photo by Dave Benett/Getty Images. Elizabeth Hurley has always been a confident superstar, and this orange embellished gown is an all-time favorite.
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Raquel Welch (1995)
Image Credit: Photo by Sean Dempsey - PA Images/PA Images via Getty Images. Leave it to Raquel Welch to turn heads! At the 1995 BAFTAs, she wowed in a black lace dress that showed off her long legs and arms thanks to the sheer detailing.
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Jane Seymour (1990)
Image Credit: Photo by Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images. Jane Seymour‘s incredibly chic red jacket, leather skirt, and black tights combination screams 1990s glamour.
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Susannah York (1971)
Image Credit: Photo by Steve Wood & Michael Stroud/Daily Express/Getty Images. Susannah York’s high-slit gown seriously turned heads at the 1971 BAFTAs.
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Elizabeth Taylor (1967)
Image Credit: Getty. Of course, Elizabeth Taylor is on a red carpet list for most memorable looks; she’s a legend! The green, sparkling, and feather-trimmed dress she wore to the 1967 BAFTAs is the definition of old Hollywood glamour. (And yes, she paired it with showstopping statement jewelry with sapphires and diamonds in it!)
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