A radiant star who never hesitates to shine boldly, Lady Gaga has consistently served as an inspiration to many. The House of Gucci star not only rules the chartbuster lists but has also captivated fans with her acting prowess and remarkable evolution of style. Over the years some of her eclectic fashion statements like the infamous Meat dress at the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards and the extravagant headpiece she wore at the 2010 Brit Awards have left an imprint on pop culture history. As this powerhouse of talent turns 38 this year, we celebrate her by revisiting 10 iconic red carpet looks of Lady Gaga.
1. Grammy Awards(2010)
Setting futuristic fashion goals, Lady Gaga arrived at the 2010 Grammy Awards in a gown by Armani Privé that appeared to be inspired by the solar system and featured cosmic-like rings encircling the dress. The sequined platform sandals and the spiked star in her hand exuded ‘queen of the planet’ aura.
2. MTV Video Music Awards(2010)
And 14 years later, we’re still talking about this dress! Lady Gaga made headlines when she appeared at the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards in a dress made of raw meat, designed by Franc Fernandez. Inspired by her makeup artist Val Garland, this memorable outfit featured a cowl neckline and slashed-to-the-thigh hem. The dress, till today, has been preserved at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for their Women Who Rock exhibition.
3. Grammy Awards (2011)
Lady Gaga stole the spotlight again, this time at the 2011 Grammy Awards by arriving in a custom-designed egg vessel created by Hussein Chalayan and was carried aloft by ‘little monsters’ covered in latex. Adorned in a Mugler ensemble, she delivered a truly surreal fashion statement on the red carpet.
4. Venice Film Festival (2018)
The 2018 Venice Film Festival witnessed a fairytale scenario when she walked the red carpet in a dreamy feathered gown by Valentino and is an easy choice for the iconic red carpet looks of Lady Gaga. Reflecting grace in every movement, she paired the dress with exquisite diamond earrings from Chopard and a top bun.
5. Golden Globes(2019)
Lady Gaga appeared ethereal as she glided along the 2019 Golden Globes red carpet in a stunning Valentino gown which seemed to be a modern version of Judy Garland’s dress from the 1954 version of A Star Is Born. The puffed-up sleeves and sweeping train heightened the allure of her attire. To elevate the timeless glamor of the look, she paired it with a Tiffany & Co. custom necklace which included 300 diamonds and a 20-carat pear-shaped diamond.
6. Elle Women celebration ( 2018)
When it comes to making a powerful fashion statement, nobody does it better than Lady Gaga. She arrived at the 2018 Elle Women Celebration in an oversized suit by Marc Jacobs and marked the night with an inspiring speech. “This was an oversized men’s suit made for a woman. Not a gown. And then I began to cry. In this suit, I felt like me today.”
7. Oscars ( 2019)
Lady Gaga attended the 2019 Oscars Awards in a strapless black gown by Alexander McQueen and flaunted her dynamic sense of style. A red-carpet royalty, she complemented the outfit with gloves and the legendary 128-carat Tiffany Diamond that was last worn by Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s in 1961.
8. MTV Video Music Awards( 2020)
The Iris Van Herpen outfit worn by Lady Gaga at the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards will be remembered for ages to come for its innovative silhouette and newfangled appeal. With laser cut-out fringes hand-stitched to a corset body, this technicolor dress gave the impression of rainbow droplets and she paired it with black boots. The pink face mask designed by Cecilio Castrillo in the shape of an insect head stood out as the main character of the ensemble.
9. ‘House of Gucci’ Los Angeles Premiere (2021)
At the Los Angeles premiere of her film House of Gucci, the American singer and actress dazzled in a Valentino gown. Marked by its strapless silhouette adorned with pleated accents and a strikingly long train, the dress exuded Hollywood glamor. Lady Gaga infused her signature edgy style into the ensemble with bold lipstick and statement eyebrows.
10. Annual Academy Awards (2023)
At the 2023 Annual Academy Awards, Lady Gaga graced the red carpet in a sheer Versace gown from the brand’s FW23 collection. The contemporary silhouette of this sheer dress was enhanced by its ultra-low rise cut and a voluminous skirt cinched with a belt. Complete with diamond jewelry and bold makeup, this is undoubtedly one of the most iconic red-carpet looks of Lady Gaga.
