Celebrity red carpet fails remind us that even stars can have fashion regrets. We’ve all had that moment — you’re cleaning out your closet, you find a photo from a decade ago, and you gasp, “What was I thinking?!” Now, imagine that outfit was captured by a thousand cameras, splashed across every magazine, and lives on forever in the depths of the internet. That’s the reality for these celebrities, who braved the red carpet in looks that didn’t quite stand the test of time. From fashion risks that crashed and burned to straight-up wardrobe malfunctions, here are 10 red carpet outfits the world probably wouldn’t mind forgetting.
1. Björk’s Swan Dress (2001 Oscars)
Let’s start with the queen of memorable fashion moments. When Björk arrived at the Oscars wearing a giant swan that draped around her neck and deposited its head on hers, the world didn’t know whether to laugh or applaud. She even “laid” eggs on the red carpet. At the time, it was ridiculed as absurd. But here’s the twist: today, it’s seen as a legendary piece of performance art. We might regret not getting the joke sooner, but it definitely tops the list of “most talked about” for a reason.
2. Celine Dion’s Backwards Tuxedo Jacket (2019 Oscars)
We love Celine for her fearless style, but this one had everyone tilting their heads. She wore an off-the-shoulder, backwards tuxedo jacket from head-to-toe Oscar de la Renta. Some hailed it as fashion-forward genius; others were just confused. It’s a look that proves even legends can leave us scratching our heads, wondering if we’re just not cool enough to get it.
3. Hayden Panettiere’s Floating Corsage (2007 Golden Globes)
Sometimes, it’s the accessory that goes wrong. Hayden Panettiere, then a young star, wore a pretty yellow gown. The problem? A giant, bright green corsage was pinned… directly to her hipbone. It looked less like a flower and more like a strange, alien growth. It’s a sweet reminder that even with the best stylists, a single odd choice can define a look.
4. Jared Leto’s Red Cape and Man Purse (2019 Oscars)
Jared Leto is never boring, that’s for sure. But this head-to-toe red Gucci ensemble, complete with a dramatic cape and a tiny, matching purse, was a lot to process. He looked like a glamorous vampire attending a very fancy opera. While we appreciate the commitment to the bit, it’s a look that definitely belongs in a very specific, very dramatic category of its own.
5. Sarah Jessica Parker’s “Wait, Why?” Halloween Costume (2000 MET Gala
The MET Gala has a theme, and stars are supposed to follow it. The 2000 theme was “Goddess,” and Sarah Jessica Parker… wore a sequined cowboy outfit. With a giant hat. It was fabulous and very her, but it was so utterly confusing that it’s become a legend. We regret that we still don’t understand the connection, but we can’t help but love her for it.
6. Guy Pearce’s Sleeveless Leather Vest (2000 Oscars)
In a sea of classic black tuxedos, Guy Pearce made a statement. That statement was a sleeveless leather vest, no shirt, and a lot of confidence. It was a bold, rock-n-roll move that hasn’t really been replicated on the Oscars red carpet since. We regret that we weren’t brave enough to try it ourselves, but we’re also kinda glad.
7. Kim Kardashian’s “Flower” Dress (2013 MET Gala)
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