Celebrity Events & Award Ceremonies: Red Carpet Fashion Guide
Where fashion and style are important: the award shows that turn the red carpet into a runway.
Award Ceremonies & Red Carpet Fashion
Learn more about red carpet fashion.
Some people watch award ceremonies to see who will win. We watch to see what celebrities will wear. Did you see what she was wearing on the red carpet?
- Academy Awards (Oscars)
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences was founded to advance the arts and sciences of motion pictures, foster cooperation among creative leaders, recognize outstanding achievements and support education between the professional community and the public.
- Golden Globe Awards
Known worldwide for its glittering ceremony, held in January. The Hollywood Foreign Press Association's mission is to establish favorable relations and cultural ties between foreign countries and the United States through information about American culture as depicted in motion pictures and television.
- Grammy Awards
Celebrating music for several decades, The Recording Academy honors achievements in the recording arts and supports the music community. The GRAMMYs are the only peer-presented award honoring artistic achievement and excellence without regard to album sales or chart position.
- MTV Video Music Awards (VMA)
An MTV Video Music Award is presented by the cable channel MTV to honor the best in the music video medium, with categories such as Video of the Year, Best Male Video, Best Female Video and Artist to Watch. It is also a great way to see what celebrities wear to the show.
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Why Red Carpet Fashion Matters
The red carpet is among the most visible runways in the world. Designers and jewelers lend pieces for the night, stylists coordinate looks months ahead, and a single image can drive search interest for a brand. Photos and "who wore it" coverage then circulate through news, blogs and social media. For designers, it is an opportunity to reach a wide audience; for fans, it is a source of inspiration.
Other Events Where Fashion Shines
- Met Gala: The Costume Institute benefit at The Metropolitan Museum of Art is known for its themed fashion. Metropolitan Museum of Art
- CFDA Fashion Awards: Honors American fashion designers. CFDA
- Cannes Film Festival and BAFTA: International film events with major red carpet moments. BAFTA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which events are known for celebrity fashion?
Major award ceremonies such as the Academy Awards, Golden Globes, Grammys and MTV Video Music Awards, plus events like the Met Gala, are widely followed for red carpet fashion.
How do designers get their dresses on the red carpet?
Designers and fashion houses usually work through celebrity stylists, who select and request looks to lend for an event.
Where can I see past red carpet looks?
Browse the Apparel Search event fashion pages, celebrity profiles and the fashion blog's red carpet label.
Are these events the same as fashion industry trade shows?
No. Celebrity events focus on entertainment and public appearances; trade shows are business events where buyers and brands meet. See the Apparel Search trade show section.