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All of the must-see celebrity red carpet looks at the 2025 Critics Choice Awards

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Ahh, another weekend in Hollywood, another awards ceremony! We've already celebrated the Golden Globes and the Grammys, but this time, it's the turn of the Critics' Choice Awards.

After being postponed twice from its initial 12 January date due to the devastating wildfires that broke out across much of Los Angeles earlier this year, the 30th annual iteration of the awards took place last night, Friday 7 February. With the likes of Demi Moore, Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo all up for awards – no surprise, Wicked swept the board with an impressive 11 nominations, scooping up three last night – the red carpet fashion on display was, in turn, especially drool worthy.

True to form, the biggest A-list names in attendance opted for sequinned embellishments, voluminous trains, thigh-high leg slits and daring cut-outs. Side note: will naked dressing ever not feature on a red carpet? We think not. All in all, the best dressed of the evening were those who combined timeless, classic silhouettes with fresh, trend-led details.

So, who made the list? Scroll on to see all of the biggest fashion moments and must-see celebrity red carpet looks from the 2025 Critics' Choice Awards red carpet.

1

Cynthia Erivo

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Hollywood's current leading lady stayed true to her Wicked character in a slinky Armani gown with hand-embroidered crystals and beading.

2

Ariana Grande

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And Glinda the Good Witch channelled jellyfish meets sexy scarecrow in Christian Dior Spring/Summer 2025 Couture.

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3

Nicole Kidman

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This Saint Laurent Spring/Summer 2025 look is aptly giving Babygirl boss.

4

Demi Moore

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Sue who? This Schiaparelli Fall/Winter 2024 Couture is the definition of stunning.

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5

Zoe Saldana

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Proving red is still very much the colour du jour, Zoe looked red carpet ready in this Saint Laurent open-back gown.

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Michelle Yeoh

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Madame Morrible was a vision in blue in Balenciaga Fall/Winter 2024 Couture.

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7

Margaret Qualley

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The Substance star looked *so* ethereal in a floaty Chanel gown.

8

Colman Domingo

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Taking inspiration from Pantone's Colour of the Year, The Madness star wore a Mocha Mousse suit on the red carpet.

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9

Angelina Jolie

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The best actress nominee for Maria gave us boho vibes in a nude-toned lace gown from Elie Saab, paired with tousled blonde locks.

10

Lupita Nyong’o

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Pink and green should always be seen, if this contrasting Chanel look is anything to go by.

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Alexandria Dale
Digital Fashion Writer

Alexandria Dale is the Digital Fashion Writer at Cosmopolitan UK. Covering everything from the celebrity style moments worth knowing about to the latest fashion news, there’s nothing she loves more than finding a high street dupe of a must-have designer item. As well as discovering new brands, she’s passionate about sustainable fashion and establishing the trends that are actually worth investing in. Having worked in fashion journalism for six years, she has experience at both digital and print publications including Glamour and Ok! 

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Jade Biggs (she/her) is one of Cosmopolitan UK's freelance writers, working across all sections including entertainment, beauty, body, and sex and relationships. She previously held the position of Features Writer, covering everything from breaking news and the latest royal gossip, to the health and fitness trends taking over your TikTok feed. Jade has a degree in journalism and has been a journalist and content editor for ten years, interviewing leading researchers, high-profile influencers, and industry experts in that time. She is a cat mom to four fur babies and is obsessed with Drag Race, bottomless brunches, and wearing clothes only suitable for Bratz dolls. Follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
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