The best SAG Awards red carpet moments of all time

By Heather Cichowski
The Screen Actors Guild Awards began in 1995. The 2020 SAG Awards will take place on Jan. 19, marking its 26th year. Throughout the years, we have seen countless exquisite gowns and looks on the red carpet. But, there are those special few ensembles that stay in our memories and help set the fashion bar for upcoming years.
Scroll through the gallery (or click through if you’re on desktop) to see the best SAG Awards red carpet looks since the start of the show!
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Halle Berry, 1995
Halle Berry looked sensational in a fitted black gown with double straps.
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John Travolta and Kelly Preston, 1995
John Travolta and Kelly Preston coordinated in sophisticated black outfits.
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Susan Sarandon, 1996
Susan Sarandon added a surprise accessory – sunglasses! – to her navy gown at the 2nd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards.
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Julianna Margulies, 1996
Julianna Margulies looked like the belle of the ball in a lilac full-skirted gown.
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Gillian Anderson, 1997
No necklace was necessary thanks to the interesting asymmetrical neckline on Gillian Anderson's black gown.
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Helen Hunt, 1997
Helen Hunt captured the minimalist aesthetic of the time in a baby blue slip dress with embroidered hem.
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Minnie Driver, 1998
Minnie Driver went short at the 1998 SAG Awards. Her embellished mini dress shone with every turn!
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Calista Flockhart, 1998
Rather than a necklace, Calista Flockhart accessorized her green gown with a coordinating silk scarf to great effect.
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Angelina Jolie, 1999
A blonde Angelina Jolie oozed glamour at the 5th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards.
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Julia Louis-Dreyfus, 1999
Julia Louis-Dreyfus looked timelessly elegant in a full black lace dress at the 1999 Screen Actors Guild Awards.
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Charlize Theron, 2000
The actress turned heads in a richly embellished gown with dazzling choker necklace.
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Kirsten Dunst, 2000
Kirsten Dunst showed it is all about the details in her green dress with embellished lace side panel.
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Halle Berry, 2001
Halle Berry wowed on the red carpet with a perfectly cut gown. The bright colour had even more interest thanks to the embellished waist.
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Kate Winslet, 2001
Kate Winslet turned heads at the 7th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards with a black leather dress and draped shawl.
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Keri Russell, 2002
The Felicity actress was simply chic in a white dress at the 8th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards.
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Helen Mirren, 2002
Helen Mirren looked regal in shimmering neutral tones.
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Jennifer Aniston, 2003
Jennifer Aniston mastered minimalism at the 9th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards in a slinky black dress with cut-out detail.
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Uma Thurman, 2003
Uma Thurman had a blast in a floral top and skirt with frilled neckpiece.
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Kim Catrall, Cynthia Nixon and Kristin Davis, 2004
The Sex and the City cast (minus Sarah Jessica Parker) showed that their style in real life was as influential as it was on the show.
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Catherine Zeta-Jones, 2004
Catherine Zeta-Jones looked gorgeous in gold at the 10th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards.
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Charlize Theron, 2005
Charlize Theron had a dramatic makeover that suited her inky Dior gown at the 2005 Screen Actors Guild Awards.
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Eva Longoria, 2005
The Desperate Housewives actress's deep purple dress had an unexpected shot of multicoloured embroidery.
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Thandie Newton, 2006
At the 2006 SAG Awards, Thandie Newton had a princess moment in a champagne-coloured dress.
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Marcia Cross, 2006
Marcia Cross looked so pretty in lilac at the 2006 SAGs.
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Jennifer Hudson, 2007
The singer-actress lit up the 13th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards with her halterneck gown.
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America Ferrera, 2007
America Ferrera looked beautiful in a deep green Badgley Mischka gown. No dramatic accessories were needed.
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Marion Cotillard, 2008
The French actress charmed at the 14th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards in a pleated Nina Ricci dress.
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Cate Blanchett, 2008
A pregnant Cate Blanchett captivated on the red carpet with her embroidered strapless gown and green earrings.
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Christina Hendricks, 2009
The Mad Men actress proved that redheads can certainly wear red at the 15th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards in her ruffled dress.
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Freida Pinto, 2009
The Slumdog Millionaire star looked lovely in a pleated periwinkle dress.
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Diane Kruger, 2010
The actress's ochre-coloured Jason Wu gown isn't a shade we see a lot of on the red carpet. But, it left a lasting impression, especially with her choice to pair it with red lipstick!
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Kate Hudson, 2010
Kate Hudson's long-sleeved Emilio Pucci gown had a surprise on the reverse thanks to a completely open back! The juxtaposition between the reserved front was striking.
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Jennifer Lawrence, 2011
Jennifer Lawrence energized the red carpet in a neon pink Oscar de la Renta gown. It was wrapped up with a black bow.
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Mila Kunis, 2011
In a printed Alexander McQueen gown, Mila Kunis put on a fiery display at the 2011 SAG Awards.
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Zoe Saldanda, 2012
Zoe Saldana's ethereal white Givenchy gown had plenty of shine.
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Viola Davis, 2012
The actress's white gown with gold embellishment brought to mind the styles of Ancient Greece.
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Nina Dobrev, 2013
At the 19th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards, Nina Dobrev injected a simple silhouette with plenty of drama thanks to the electric pink colour palette and slits at the waist. The frock was designed by Elie Saab.
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Anne Hathaway 2013
Anne Hathaway looked like a modern day Audrey Hepburn with her cropped hair and black Giambattista Valli Haute Couture dress at the 2013 SAG Awards.
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Amy Adams, 2014
Amy Adams recalled the glamour of Old Hollywood while looking thoroughly modern at the 20th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards in a cobalt blue Antonio Berardi gown.
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Lupita Nyong'o, 2014
Lupita Nyong'o uplifted the red carpet with her turquoise Gucci gown with floral embellished neckline.
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Emma Stone, 2015
Emma Stone showed there are ways to do black that certainly aren't boring in a Dior ensemble comprised of a blazer and sheer maxi skirt.
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Julianne Moore, 2015
Julianne Moore's emerald green Givenchy dress was the perfect complement to her pale complexion and red hair. And the beaded fringe added some playfulness!
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Laverne Cox, 2016
Laverne Cox was a knockout in a draped maroon dress by Atelier Prabal Gurung.
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Alicia Vikander, 2016
Wearing a Louis Vuitton gown with gold, white and black sequined squares, Alicia Vikander stole the show at the 2016 SAG Awards.
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Janelle Monae, 2017
Janelle Monae always makes a style statement. She did in black and white with her Chanel dress and floral updo.
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Nicole Kidman, 2017
All eyes were on Nicole Kidman when she stepped out to the 23rd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards in a magical emerald green Gucci dress with parakeet detail.
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Kristen Bell, 2018
Kristen Bell brought such joy to the 24th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards with her big smile and bright J. Mendel gown.
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Yara Shahidi, 2018
No dress here! Yara Shahidi opted for a cool custom Ralph Lauren Collection jumpsuit with train.
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Lady Gaga, 2019
Lady Gaga never fails to make a statement. She certainly did at the 25th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards in a Dior Haute Couture gown with dramatic slit and full skirt.
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