Between movie premieres, film festivals, award shows and splashy events, there are hundreds of red carpets every year. That’s countless suits, dresses, tuxes, ballgowns and whatever Adam Sandler shows up in. Suffice to say, it’s a lot of clothes. With so many events, it’s easy to see why red carpet fashion might feel repetitive or why some say that it’s out of touch in 2025.

And yet, I would argue we need sartorial escapism now more than ever. What is red carpet style if not a temporary suspension of disbelief: a chance to embrace the fantasy and forget reality. A moment for mere mortals to imagine their own Cinderella story from the comfort of their couch.

The best fashion moments of 2025 delivered exactly that, in swirly pink tulle, luminous orange silk and even a pair of men’s patent leather thigh-high boots. These standout looks reminded us why, year after year, watching red carpets is still so much fun: a chance to marvel, dream and indulge in pure spectacle. Here are a few of our favourites.