The 2025 Oscars worst-dressed list: 12 looks that missed the mark — sorry

Elle Fanning and Whoopi Goldberg were among the worst-dressed celebrities at the 2025 Oscars. See which other stars' red carpet looks made the list.

Mar 3, 2025 - 10:23
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The 2025 Oscars worst-dressed list: 12 looks that missed the mark — sorry
Monica Barbaro attends the 2025 Oscars.
Monica Barbaro, who played Joan Baez in the Bob Dylan biopic "A Complete Unknown," attends the 2025 Oscars.
  • The 2025 Academy Awards were held in Los Angeles on Sunday night.
  • Though there were many well-dressed stars, a few others missed the mark.
  • Elle Fanning's gown was underwhelming, and Joe Locke wore a suit with too many details.

Not every outfit at the 2025 Oscars was a hit.

While some stars walked the Academy Awards red carpet in stunning gowns and sharp suits, a few others sported outfits that could have used some tweaks — or been changed entirely.

From Elle Fanning to Whoopi Goldberg, here are the night's looks that ultimately missed the mark.

Meg Ryan
Meg Ryan attends the 2025 Oscars.
Meg Ryan attends the 2025 Oscars.

Though Ryan looked cool and comfortable, a few simple tweaks could have improved her red velvet look.

A chic updo would have complemented the elegant style of her strapless gown, and thinner shoes would have clashed less with its heavy fabric.

Mikey Madison
Mikey Madison attends the 2025 Oscars.
Mikey Madison attends the 2025 Oscars.

The "Anora" star's Dior dress had a black bodice and a pink empire-waist skirt with a bow and a train.

The dress was pretty but overdone. Numerous stars have worn versions of the same look.

Stronger embellishments on the bodice or a different color combination could have enhanced the ensemble.

Ethan Slater
Ethan Slater at the 2025 Oscars.
Ethan Slater at the 2025 Oscars.

The "Wicked" star walked the red carpet in a black tuxedo, a white button-down, and a solid tie. He also wore shiny dress shoes.

Though his outfit was classic, it was also forgettable — especially compared to the standout looks worn by other members of the film's cast.

Lily-Rose Depp
Lily-Rose Depp attends the 2025 Oscars.
Lily-Rose Depp attends the 2025 Oscars.

Depp embraced the aesthetic of "Nosferatu" in a black lace gown that was custom-made for her by Chanel.

That said, the sheer ensemble seemed a bit too casual for the glamorous event. It would have been better for an Oscars after-party.

Rachel Zegler
Rachel Zegler attends the 2025 Oscars.
Rachel Zegler attends the 2025 Oscars.

Zegler's custom Christian Dior gown was pretty, with pearl details and gray tulle.

However, its top didn't seem to fit the "Snow White" star. It also had a visible tan corset piece that could have blended better into the garment.

Joe Locke
Joe Locke attends the 2025 Oscars.
Joe Locke attends the 2025 Oscars.

Locke, who is in the Netflix series "Heartstopper," wore an assortment of colors and pieces that didn't work together.

They included a white blouse with a matching bowtie, a long vest covered in gold sequins, gray trousers with sharp pleats, and a black suit jacket with tails.

Storm Reid
Storm Reid attends the 2025 Oscars.
Storm Reid attends the 2025 Oscars.

Reid, best known for "Euphoria," made a statement in a red Alexandre Vauthier minidress with a matching cape and gold belt.

Unfortunately, it looked more like a designer Little Red Riding Hood costume than an Oscar-worthy outfit.

Rachel Sennott
Rachel Sennott attends the 2025 Oscars.
Rachel Sennott attends the 2025 Oscars.

The large, pink sequins that decorated Sennott's strapless gown dated her look. Her black, knee-length boots didn't feel cohesive with the dress.

Smaller sparkles and more sophisticated accessories could have elevated the ensemble.

Sennott recently appeared in "SNL," the movie about the origins of "Saturday Night Live."

Elle Fanning
Elle Fanning attends the 2025 Oscars.
Elle Fanning attends the 2025 Oscars.

Fanning, who played Bob Dylan's girlfriend Suze Rotolo in "A Complete Unknown," is a consistent style star, but her latest Oscars look was underwhelming.

Givenchy custom-made her white, sleeveless gown, which had a full lace skirt, a black bow belt, and a deep sweetheart neckline.

Her Cartier necklace was eye-catching and glamorous, but it made a bigger statement than the rest of her ensemble.

Whoopi Goldberg
Whoopi Goldberg attends the 2025 Oscars.
Whoopi Goldberg attends the 2025 Oscars.

Christian Siriano designed her Cinderella-esque ballgown.

While its off-the-shoulder sleeves and classic silhouette suited Goldberg, its shiny fabric distracted from the overall look.

H. E. R.
H.E.R. attends the 2025 Oscars.
H.E.R. attends the 2025 Oscars.

The musician chose a statement-making gown in an off-green shade. It was decorated with silver sequins, accessorized with a brown belt, and had a raw hem.

Unfortunately, the top of the gown was too prom-like, while the bottom half looked messy and unfinished.

Monica Barbaro
Monica Barbaro attends the 2025 Oscars.
Monica Barbaro attends the 2025 Oscars.

Barbaro, who starred in "A Complete Unknown," sported a custom gown from Christian Dior.

The dress had potential, but it fell short. Its full pink skirt was wrinkled, its corseted waist sat just a touch too high, and its sparkling bralette top appeared to be ill-fitting.

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