The Golden Globes are one of the biggest nights in Hollywood, where stars showcase their fashion sense in front of millions of viewers. Celebrities, stylists, and designers spend months perfecting red carpet looks for this glamorous event. However, not all outfits at the 2025 Golden Globes were met with approval. Some fashion choices left viewers scratching their heads or laughing at the unexpected results. From awkward accessories to questionable textures, here are the 15 worst fashion moments from the 2025 Golden Globes.
1. Cynthia Erivo’s Strange Black Dress
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Cynthia Erivo’s fashion fail at the Golden Globes 2025
Cynthia Erivo, star of Wicked, turned heads with a striking black gown adorned with a white flower pattern. However, the attention quickly shifted to an odd rectangular accessory that started at her waist and flowed into the skirt. This unconventional design interrupted her silhouette, leaving fans confused about its purpose.
2. Andrew Scott’s Cyan Suit Disaster
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Andrew Scott’s monochromatic outfit raised eyebrows at the 2025 Golden Globes.
Actor Andrew Scott wore a full cyan three-piece suit that made some viewers wonder if he’d dipped his clothes in a bucket of paint before attending the event. The bright, solid color left many fans unimpressed, and the look lacked the polished elegance expected on the red carpet.
3. Heather McMahan’s Frilly Purple Dress
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Comedian Heather McMahan’s Golden Globes outfit raised questions due to its frilly details.
Heather McMahan, known for her humor, opted for a light purple dress with a flowing cape at the 2025 Golden Globes. While the color received praise, the frilly detailing around the waist made the dress resemble “loose skin” for many viewers, detracting from the otherwise stunning look.
4. Jeremy Strong’s Outlandish Teal Suit
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Jeremy Strong’s bold teal velour suit missed the mark at the Golden Globes 2025.
Succession star Jeremy Strong opted for a teal velour suit paired with a white turtleneck, bucket hat, and oversized orange sunglasses. His casual, quirky style was out of place for an event like the Golden Globes, where sophisticated fashion is expected.
5. Ariana Grande’s “Sleeping Bag” Skirt
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Ariana Grande’s outfit at the 2025 Golden Globes was compared to a “sleeping bag” due to its shape.
Ariana Grande’s outfit at the 2025 Golden Globes didn’t win over many fans. The cream-colored skirt, paired with long white gloves, had a somewhat uniform shape, which some viewers described as reminiscent of a “sleeping bag,” and they felt it did her no favors in the style department.
6. Elle Fanning’s Leopard Pattern Disaster
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Elle Fanning’s leopard-patterned bodice didn’t suit her glamorous golden gown.
Elle Fanning’s gold dress would have been a stunner—if it weren’t for the odd leopard-patterned bodice. While the rest of the gown was elegant, the bold print clashed with the overall sophistication, leaving fans disappointed with her fashion choice.
7. Naomi Watts’ Mushroom-Inspired Dress
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Naomi Watts’ velvet dress was criticized for its “mushroom-shaped” pink segment.
Naomi Watts’ black-velvet, strapless dress had an unexpected twist—a strange pink “mushroom-shaped” segment at the knees. Viewers were left confused, with many wondering what the designer was thinking when creating this unusual addition.
8. Gia Coppola’s Ill-Fitting Valentino Dress
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Gia Coppola’s Valentino dress didn’t impress many at the Golden Globes 2025.
Filmmaker Gia Coppola wore a Valentino dress that some critics called “ill-fitting.” The simple design failed to make a bold statement on the red carpet, and many felt it lacked the sophistication expected at the Golden Globes.
9. Leonie Benesch’s Lackluster Chanel Dress
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Leonie Benesch’s Chanel dress didn’t flatter her figure at the Golden Globes.
German actress Leonie Benesch wore a Chanel dress that failed to highlight her figure in a flattering way. The minimalist design left viewers disappointed, as it didn’t do justice to the elegance usually seen on the Golden Globe red carpet.
10. Kerry Washington’s Pink Fabric Overload
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Kerry Washington’s bright pink gown received mixed reviews at the Golden Globes.
Kerry Washington’s gown was wrapped in bright pink fabric, but many viewers criticized the look for lacking cohesion. The fabric appeared somewhat “improvised,” with many wishing she had chosen a more structured, elegant design.
11. Eddie Redmayne’s Checkerboard Suit
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Eddie Redmayne’s bold checkerboard pattern caused a fashion stir at the 2025 Golden Globes.
Eddie Redmayne wore a two-piece suit with a striking black-and-white checkerboard pattern. While the pattern was bold, it left many fashion critics divided, with some feeling it was too distracting for a sophisticated event like the Golden Globes.
12. Nikki Glaser’s Nipple Detail Dress
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Nikki Glaser’s dress was praised for its design but criticized for its nipple-like details.
Nikki Glaser’s satin, champagne-colored strapless dress was a glamorous choice, but some critics couldn’t get past the nipple-shaped details on the dress’s top. Despite the intricate design, the dress raised more eyebrows than admiration.
13. Ayo Edebiri’s Oversized Suit
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Ayo Edebiri’s oversized Loewe suit didn’t quite capture the charm of Julia Roberts’ iconic 1990 look.
Ayo Edebiri wore an oversized gray business suit from Loewe, channeling Julia Roberts’ iconic 1990 Golden Globes look. However, many felt she didn’t quite pull off the effortless charm that Roberts made famous, making the suit appear ill-fitted instead of fashionable.
14. Ali Wong’s Distracting Feathered Gown
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Ali Wong’s feathered red gown distracted from her overall look.
Ali Wong wore a red gown covered in a feathered texture at the 2025 Golden Globes, but the overwhelming feathers detracted from the elegance of the gown. Fans wished she had chosen a more streamlined look that would have showcased her beauty without distraction.
15. Glenn Close’s Scribbled Gown
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Glenn Close’s velvet gown had an odd scribbled design at the 2025 Golden Globes.
Three-time Golden Globe winner Glenn Close wore a long-sleeve, black velvet dress with black gloves and heels. The gown featured French words stitched in a manuscript style, but the erratic “scribbles” around the midsection caused confusion and led to mixed reactions from fans and critics.
While the Golden Globes 2025 featured some stunning fashion moments, these 15 looks made a different kind of statement. Whether it was awkward fits, bold choices, or simply mismatched designs, these stars missed the mark on what could have been a night of impeccable fashion. What do you think of these fashion fails? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
