As awards season neared its climax, the 2025 SAG Awards offered a final showcase of Hollywood glamour—with a twist. While some stars reserved their most elaborate ensembles for the Oscars, the SAG red carpet leaned into bold simplicity, playful textures, and a mix of old Hollywood drama and modern edge. Here’s a breakdown of the night’s standout looks:
Demi Moore: Leather Dominance
Demi Moore reignited the “stealth wealth” trend in a black drop-waist leather gown from Bottega Veneta’s Summer 2025 collection 5. The structured silhouette, paired with minimalist diamond earrings, balanced toughness and elegance. Moore’s choice of leather—a recurring theme at the SAGs—hinted at a shift toward tactile, statement-making fabrics.
Zoe Saldaña: Velvet Opulence
Zoe Saldaña embraced Old Hollywood with a demure one-shoulder velvet gown by Saint Laurent. The rich maroon hue, offset by a dramatic ruffle at the neckline, paid homage to classic red carpet glamour while maintaining contemporary polish. Saldaña’s look exemplified the night’s love affair with deep, jewel-toned neutrals.
Selena Gomez: Celine’s Tailored Sophistication
Selena Gomez opted for timeless elegance in a sleek Celine gown that highlighted her statuesque frame 2. The floor-length design, featuring a plunging neckline and delicate beading, struck a balance between modern minimalism and understated luxury. Gomez’s choice of a neutral palette—oatmeal with hints of silver—echoed Burberry’s recent “stealth wealth” ethos.
Cynthia Erivo: Fringe and Feathers
Cynthia Erivo turned heads in a fringed Givenchy gown originally worn by model Debra Shaw in 1997 7. The white, floor-sweeping design, adorned with cascading ostrich feathers, combined retro drama with Erivo’s signature boldness. The look was a masterclass in repurposing vintage pieces—a subtle nod to sustainability.
Ariana Grande: Feather-Flower Fantasy
Ariana Grande channeled her Wicked character, Glinda, in an optical illusion gown crafted from feather flowers 7. The ethereal design, paired with sky-high platform heels, blurred the line between costume and couture. Grande’s look was a whimsical departure from the night’s darker tones, proving maximalism still has its place.
Timothée Chalamet: Rockstar Rebellion
Timothée Chalamet sparked debate in a leather ensemble that mixed Brat Green trousers with a studded jacket 7. While critics panned the “costume-like” styling 5, the look exemplified Gen Z’s fluid approach to gender norms—a theme echoed by Jaden Smith’s chunky heels at Paris Fashion Week.
Daniel Craig: Classic Cool
Daniel Craig delivered a lesson in timeless suiting in a tailored black tuxedo. The sleek design, paired with a crisp white shirt and minimal accessories, emphasized Craig’s understated charisma. His look was a reminder that simplicity can still command attention.
Colman Domingo: Contrast in Color
Colman Domingo stood out in a contrasting Valentino suit—a black jacket paired with bold red trousers 7. The look, which Domingo described as “effortlessly luxurious,” added a pop of color to the night’s sea of neutrals.
Jamie Lee Curtis: Feathered Flair
Jamie Lee Curtis embraced drama in a feathered bolero jacket paired with a black gown 7. While the feathers divided opinions 5, the look showcased Curtis’s knack for blending camp and sophistication.
Kerry Washington: Armani Privé Drama
Kerry Washington closed the red carpet in a floor-sweeping Armani Privé gown featuring a billowing cape-like train 5. The black-and-white design, accented with metallic embroidery, was a showstopper—proving that grandeur still has its place in a season of restraint.