From pantsuits to power suits, Scarlett Johansson’s style has come a long way, but one thing remains constant: the actor always looks supremely sophisticated on the red carpet. Whether channeling Old Hollywood glamour in a figure-hugging gown, or going modern in quirky Rodarte, Johansson pulls off any look with aplomb, exuding confidence with every look. Recently, the actor has taken a mature turn in her ensembles, opting for structured, metallic gowns, sleek suits, and tailored separates. Here, a look back at some of Johansson’s best, and most memorable, appearances on the red carpet.
2025: The Phoenician Scheme Premiere
At The Phoenician Scheme premiere, Johansson leaned into spring colors in this tangerine Saint Laurent dress.
2025: Cannes Film Festival
Johannson wore a stunning Prada dress and De Beers jewels at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.
2025: Academy Awards
The star went the vintage route at the 2025 Oscars in an archival Thierry Mugler couture look.
2024: Fly Me To the Moon Premiere
Johansson wore a Courregés LBD and dramatic eye makeup at the Fly Me to the Moon premiere.
2023: Asteroid City Premiere
The star looked angelic in a white Carolina Herrera dress and a pin-up hairdo at the 2023 Asteroid City premiere in New York.
2023: Cannes Film Festival
In Prada, the star dabbled in the exposed bra trend at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival.
2021: People’s Choice Awards
Johansson slipped into a black and white Gabriela Hearst look at the 2021 People’s Choice Awards.
2020: Vanity Fair Oscar Party
For the afters at the 2020 Oscars, Johansson stunned in a metallic Oscar de la Renta gown.
2020: Academy Awards
At the main event, she wore another Oscar de la Renta confection.
2020: BAFTA Awards
At the 2020 BAFTAs, Johansson recalled a glamorous flamingo in a custom Versace gown.
2020: Golden Globes After Party
After the 2020 Golden Globes, ScarJo was ready to party in this pink, feathered Monique Lhuillier dress.
2019: Cannes Film Festival
At the Cannes premiere of Marriage Story in 2019, Johansson wore a sparkling red Versace gown.
2019: Avengers Endgame Premiere
For an Avengers Endgame event in London, Johansson decided to do suiting her way, with an asymmetrical, curve-baring jacket by Tom Ford.
2018: Emmy Awards
At the 2018 Emmy Awards, Johansson wore a custom strapless Balmain gown embellished in sequins as subtle as sequins can be.
2018: Met Gala
Johansson matched the floral backdrop in this rosy gown from Marches at the 2018 Met Gala.
2017: Academy Awards
Johansson chose Alaïa at the 89th Annual Academy Awards.
2016: Sing Premiere
Johansson was a lady in red at the 2016 Toronto International Film Festival.
2015: MTV Movie Awards
Johansson wore a pink Zuhair Murad jump suit to attend the 2015 MTV Movie Awards.
2015: Academy Awards
Johansson wore green Versace to the 87th Annual Academy Awards.
2013: Her Premiere
When in Rome dress like Rome? Johansson’s Dolce & Gabanna dress for the 2013 Her premiere included imagery directly inspired by the city.
2013: Under The Skin Premiere
Johansson premiered her new film Under The Skin—and one of her best looks to date—in 2013 in a black Atelier Versace gown and a multicolored Bulgari necklace.
2012: Hitchcock Premiere
The actor opted for an emerald green mini dress and heels for a 2012 red carpet.
2012: Marvel’s Avengers Assemble Premiere
Johansson attended the premiere of Marvel’s Avengers Assemble in a patterned peplum dress.
2012: Met Gala
The actor shined in more ways than one at the 2012 Met Ball in this embellished gold gown by Dolce & Gabbana.
2010: Iron Man 2 Premiere
A futuristic white frock by Giorgio Armani—with coordinating glittery accessories—was just the ticket for the 2010 premiere of her new movie, Iron Man 2.
2009: He’s Just Not That Into You Premiere
The style chameleon celebrated her new film He’s Just Not That Into You in L.A. with a new brunette ‘do and a pretty floral gown by Oscar de la Renta.
2008: The Spirit Premiere
At this 2008 premiere in Paris, Johansson went very ladylike in a white coat and classic lace-enhanced dress.
2007: Louis Vuitton Party
In 2007, Marc Jacobs was at the height of his power as creative director of Louis Vuitton, and this dress sums up his contributions to the house’s ready-to-wear perfectly.
2006: Golden Globe Awards
The actor was irresistible in red Valentino at the 2006 Golden Globe Awards—so irresistible, in fact, that designer Isaac Mizrahi memorably groped her on a red carpet TV show.
2004: Tony Awards
At the 2004 Tony Awards, Johansson channeled old school Hollywood glamour in a classic black dress and hair the recalled a blonde Clara Bow.
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