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First Vs. Last Red Carpet Appearances Show How Much Time And Fame Can Transform A Celebrity’s Style

Jason Momoa

If one thing is consistent in all pictures of Jason Momoa, it’s his dreamy eyes. After winning Hawaii’s Model of the Year in 1999, he forged a career in the industry, first making waves as a cast member of “Baywatch.” We must say that one of his earliest red carpet appearances already displayed his fondness for stacking necklaces.

Since he rose to stardom following his portrayal of Khal Drogo in the hit HBO show “Game of Thrones,” Momoa has maintained his long locks. It was only fitting that he also plays the titular role in “Aquaman.” He now plays with colors and different cuts, as seen in this image.

Millie Bobby Brown

Millie Bobby Brown rose to stardom with her portrayal of Eleven in the hit Netflix show “Stranger Things,” but she has long been on our TV screens, appearing in “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Modern Family.” Throughout her journey in Hollywood, her parents have supported her, as seen in a red-carpet photo of the child actress and her father.

Gone are the days when Brown needed to be accompanied by a grownup to prestigious events because she has grown into such an elegant lady. Here she is during the season 4 premiere of “Stranger Things,” looking unrecognizable. She ditched her brunette strands for long, blonde locks and fringe.

Noah Schnapp

Just like many child stars who are only starting in Hollywood, newcomer Noah Schnapp showed his playful side during one of his earliest red-carpet appearances. A mix of a blue and white checked shirt and a blazer is reminiscent of One Direction outfits. He was just 11 when he began playing Will Byers in the show “Stranger Things.”

Today, he ditched the boy band hairstyle and cut his tresses for a fresher, age-appropriate look. Obviously, Schnapp has also started to experiment with the clothes he wears during his engagements, and we must say that the way he mixes prints and solid colors is on point!

Finn Wolfhard

Another “Stranger Things” cast member, Finn Wolfhard, was barely a teen when he started playing Mike Wheeler in the hit show. Around the time, he also graced the “Shin Godzilla” event wearing a good old blazer and was even game for a pseudo-fight with this person in a dinosaur costume.

Fast forward to the present, and Wolfhard has become a fashion-forward celebrity and in-demand star, appearing in “It.” Here he is during the season 4 premiere of the Netflix series looking dapper than before. In terms of his career, the actor has also explored directing, helming the 2020 movie “Night Shifts.”

 Gigi Hadid

Gigi Hadid has been a staple in red-carpet events, thanks to her celebrity mom, reality show Yolanda Hadid. As such, many of us have seen her evolution—from being a shy teen tagging along with her mother to strutting her stuff on runways. We can tell by one of her earlier appearances that she wasn’t adventurous enough to mix key pieces.

Not only has Gigi become a confident muse, but she has also become brave enough to don interesting pieces together. In this image, for instance, the celebrity wore a swimsuit with her khaki pants. However, this was quite fitting because it was for the launch of Gigi x Frankies Bikinis.

Chris Hemsworth

Before making it big in the United States, Chris Hemsworth was already popular in his home country. However, once he tried his luck in Hollywood, he immediately gained notoriety and was invited to many prestigious events. Here is the Australian actor mixing casual and formal with his blazer, jeans, and Converse sneakers.

These days, you might see him attending special events with his wife, Elsa Pataky, and their kids. Certainly, occasions like this 2022 “Thor: Love and Thunder” premiere have become a family affair. Judging by Hemsworth’s smile, he was elated to have had his life constants by his side during this milestone.

Meryl Streep

Best believe that multi-award-winning thespian Meryl Streep started her career pretty much just like how budding actors did. She faced a lot of problems, including the death of her partner, John Cazale. Luckily, as she was becoming more popular, she found another man, Don Gummer. The “Mamma Mia!” actress, wearing a gray brocade, was pregnant when this shot was taken in 1970.

Streep has become a great example of women embracing their gray hair because she displayed hers during the “Don’t Look Up” premiere in 2021. Still, this embellished black dress and platform heels are playful enough to make her seem youthful.

Meghan Markle

Before the hit legal USA series, “Suits” came knocking at her doorstep, Meghan Markle was a relatively less famous celebrity, who is also known for being one of the ladies who held a suitcase in “Deal or No Deal.” This image shows a fresh-faced beauty who just graduated from college and dropped by a pre-Emmy celebration wearing casual clothes.

While her fans will forever know her as Rachel Zane, Markle experienced a meteoric rise after tying the knot with Prince Harry. Since becoming a member of the royal family, the stunner has become more refined regarding her sartorial choices, such as this white ensemble.

 Zendaya

Unlike other child actors, Zendaya has managed to stay on the rails and be on track to become the next big star. But even though she was making waves at Disney Channel, her characters also had wild taste in fashion. Just look at this snap from the show “Shake It Up,” where the clashing colors and layering might be too much.

While Zendaya has transformed into a beautiful swan, she also tries to stand out with bold colors. She also communicates with what she wears, including when she donned this Bob Mackie piece during the Time 100 Gala in 2022.

Anne Hathaway

Like her character in “Princess Diaries,” Anne Hathaway had a gradual makeover through the years. In 1999, the actress didn’t mind showing her girl-next-door side with this casual look that might not be suitable for big bashes. The actress admitted she was pressured into losing a few pounds for a role during her early days in Hollywood.

However, Hathaway has found her footing in the industry and seems more than ready to embrace herself fully. We also love how she has become more experimentative, evident when she wowed in this hot pink masterpiece during the Valentino haute couture autumn/winter show in 2022.

JoJo Siwa

For fans of JoJo Siwa, this image of the child star might still be fresh on their minds. After all, the “Dance Moms” star was known for her penchant for colorful outfits and huge bows that made her a standout among the rest. She even released a line of vibrant ribbons, mostly in light pink, blue, green, and purple.

We all witnessed how Siwa branched out in the biz—she proved to us that she isn’t only a dancer but also a YouTuber. The celebrity also began to show a different side of her, and we no longer see her in pink ensembles too much these days.

 Sydney Sweeney

It seems like only yesterday when the cast members of “Euphoria” graced their first red carpet events. For Sydney Sweeney, this happened in 2011 during the Young Artist Awards, and we can tell that the outfit choice and the overall glam look scream innocence. While this black dress with white ruffles complimented her, the actress started to explore more in the following years.

This 2022 image of Sweeney at the 2022 MTV Movie and Video Awards is more daring than the others, but it reminds us of her character Cassie in the show. Her ensemble brings back memories from the ’00s when mini-skirts were in.

Emma Watson

Emma Watson has undoubtedly mastered the art of attending red carpet events. After all, she has been doing this since she was a child in the 2000s after the “Harry Potter” franchise catapulted her to stardom. During the premiere of the “Sorcerer’s Stone,” she stunned in this Keno denim maxi dress that probably made her look older than she was. At least she had fun while attending.

As she honed her acting skills and expanded her portfolio, she also got to play with silhouettes and illusions. Watson’s 2001 outfit may not have any shape, but at least this top brings an interesting illusion.

Ashley Tisdale

A few years before she landed the role of Sharpay Evans in the hit movies “High School Musical” and “The Suite Life of Zack and Cody,” Ashley Tisdale was a budding actress who graced events like “MY – TEE Summer Soiree” in 2003 wearing a tank top with silk three-fourth pants.

Soon, Tisdale’s career took off, and along with finding success in the biz, she also discovered a sleeker sense of style. There’s not a doubt that she looked stunning with her locks pulled back and in this pinstripe suit with a Gucci belt accentuating her figure during the premiere of “House Of Gucci.”

 Kristen Stewart

Kristen Stewart reached immense popularity after starring as Bella Swan in the franchise “Twilight.” However, she has been in the industry since she was a child seen in one image. At 12, she stood out with her black ensemble because most kids at that age would rather wear something colorful.

The “Spencer” actress didn’t lose her swag when she grew up, often defying social norms and fashion rules. One thing is for sure, Stewart’s penchant for black outfits remained even when she became one of the biggest stars of her generation. We can’t help but see her attire’s resemblance to Catwoman’s costume.

The Jonas Brothers

A year after the Jonas Brothers came alive, it didn’t take long for Disney Channel to notice their potential. Here we see them gamely posing for the camera in 2006, and we can’t help but imagine how their wild outfits were considered cool in those days. Obviously, the trio was pretty big on prints and layering.

The band broke up in 2013, and the members, sans Kevin, began to pursue their solo careers. Nonetheless, blood is indeed thicker than water because the siblings remain pretty much a unit in their appearances. They attended a restaurant opening wearing interesting pieces that work!

 Justin Bieber

Many girls swoon over the young Justin Bieber, whose trademark bangs will forever be immortalized in pictures. Since he was discovered on YouTube, the Canadian crooner has become a worldwide sensation. This image was taken in 2009 after his massive hit “One Time” took charts by storm. Even as a teen, we can already see Usher’s apprentice getting a style of his own.

Not only did Bieber become braver in trying out interesting pieces, but he also didn’t care what other people say about his sartorial picks. Pictured here with his wife, the “Holy” hitmaker donned an oversized suit, pink beanie, and Crocs on the red carpet.

 Hailey Bieber

In the same way, Hailey Baldwin Bieber also has a complete transformation. Unlike her husband, She isn’t a stranger to the limelight because her father, Stephen, and uncle Alec are both actors. So she often accompanied them in red-carpet premieres, including in 2000 for the launch of “The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas.” We assume that at such a young age, she got help from her mother to dress up for this occasion.

Hailey has become an in-demand fashion darling because she can rock anything she chooses. Just look at her picture from Met Gala 2022, where she was a dream with this floor-length Saint Laurent masterpiece.

Taylor Swift

Since she was young, Taylor Swift was set on becoming a successful singer. Luckily, she did become successful after releasing “Teardrops on My Guitar.” She was first a country singer, and when she was starting in the biz in 2006, the musician was already turning heads with her chic fashion choices, just like this white dress.

Already armed with stylists, Swift’s style has refined and evolved, and she no longer always goes down the gown route during red carpet appearances. The “All Too Well” artist donned this matching pinstripe vest and pants during the 2022 Tribeca Film Festival and matched it with red lips.

Ryan Reynolds

Ryan Reynolds has become the world’s funniest husband, thanks to his online friendly banter with his wife, Blake Lively. But long before this, he was first a budding star whose breakout role was ’90s sitcom “Two Guys, a Girl and a Pizza Place.” This image was taken during the premiere of the show in 1998, and we can tell that he probably didn’t have a stylist at the time.

Luckily, Reynolds’ clothing choices have evolved throughout the years, also probably because of his fashionable better wife. That’s not all; because the “Deadpool” actor almost always complements Lively during their red carpet appearances.

Blake Lively

One of the much-awaited during the Met Gala is “Gossip Girl” star Blake Lively because of how she always stuns with her red carpet appearances. This probably started after she graced the Kids’ Choice Awards in 2005 when she was just 17. With pumps, ripped jeans, and this shirt, she showed her playful and youthful side that was in line with the event.

Fast forward today, and Lively has become a sought-after muse who doesn’t fail to impress onlookers with her outfits. This includes the time she went all-out during the 2022 Met Gala when she donned this Atelier Versace gown that opened to show the Empire State Building.

Selena Gomez

Songstress Selena Gomez was a lot of girls’ idol when she was still young, thanks to her role as Alex on the Disney Channel show “Wizards of the Waverly Place.” Speaking of which, this outfit during her earliest appearances on the red carpet was reminiscent of the character’s style, which was probably what she was going for.

Since then, Gomez has also become a woman known for her transparency regarding her hardships. The “Wolves” hitmaker also is not afraid to show her quirky side at times, including when she was spotted wearing this green top and orange and black skirt while in Europe.

Brad Pitt

It’s hard to remember the time “Fight Club” actor Brad Pitt didn’t look dashing on the red carpet. Even during one of his earliest, as seen in this photo, he embodied James Dean with this leather jacket during the Jimmy Stewart Relay Marathon Kick-Off Cocktail Reception. One of his greatest assets is his smile, which he still has.

Pitt has since proven he ages like fine wine and often doesn’t disappoint when gracing events. In April 2021, he attended the Oscar Awards looking like a gentleman with his suit, but what was scene-stealing was his hair tied to a low bun.

Sandra Bullock

“Birdbox,” “Miss Congeniality,” “The Blind Side,” and “The Proposal” are just some of Sandra Bullock’s biggest movies. At such a young age, she was already performing in musicals, usually alongside her mom. So it wasn’t surprising that she made it big in Hollywood since she started her career in the ’80s. Despite her caliber, she sometimes seemed shy during her red carpet appearances, just like in this photo.

Decades in the field and Bullock has become a widely respected veteran whose confidence has become evident in her engagements. Here she was during the 2022 premiere of “The Lost City,” wearing a Carolina Herrera suit with a colorful bodice.

Zac Efron

Zac Efron made a name for himself after starring in the legendary Disney film series “High School Musical” as Troy Bolton. But prior to this, some fans may have seen him in the WB series “Summerland,” which also starred Kay Panabaker. So here they were as teens gracing the red carpet as newcomers. He looked fresh and youthful around this time.

However, Efron soon grew right in front of our eyes, literally packing on muscles and ditching his signature hairstyle as well. The hunk, who starred in “Baywatch,” has also tried a lot of trends, including bleached locks and a beard.

Adele

After she signed her first contract with XL Recordings, Adele became a worldwide sensation overnight. Her debut album “19” catapulted her to stardom, so it wasn’t surprising that she was invited to big events such as the Brits in 2008. As a newcomer, the “Chasing Pavements” hitmaker didn’t seem confident on the red carpet and almost didn’t wear any makeup.

It didn’t take long before she gained waves in the United States. After a series of chart-topping albums and Grammy awards, Adele has reinvented herself to become a goddess on the red carpet, just like when she attended the 2022 Brit Awards with this classic black dress.

Harry Styles

Harry Styles lacked a definitive style when trying to make it big in the industry. The singer was too young and probably didn’t mind his engagement outfits too much. One thing is for sure: he made sure to use his voice to amplify the pressing matters at the time, just like when he wore this Help for Heroes shirt.

Today, Styles is widely recognized as one of the trendiest musicians of his generation, breaking stereotypes with his pieces. The “Watermelon” hitmaker knows how to mix and match, just like in this picture where he donned a strawberry shirt and green pants.

Hilary Duff

It seems only yesterday when Hilary Duff was synonymous with the titular character in the Disney Channel show “Lizzie McGuire.” During the early aught, the actress was deemed effective in withholding the image of the children’s network. So it didn’t come as a shock that she was playful with her outfits, including this pink piece that matched her scrunchie and eye shadow.

Although Duff has since shed this image and starred in shows like “Gossip Girl” and “Younger,” she didn’t go off the rails, much like what happened to other child stars. Now, she has become more sophisticated with her choices, including this black dress she wore in 2022.

Paris Hilton

Being one of the members of the wealthiest clans of the hotel industry meant growing up in front of the limelight. Paris Hilton and her sister Nicky were often seen in matching frocks whenever they went out with their celebrity parents. At such a young age, we can already tell that the kids loved striking poses for the camera.

Paris practically grew up in the public’s eye, and many have seen her through her ups and downs. We have also witnessed her sartorial evolution, and now, she remains a fixture in red carpet events where she showcases elegant pieces, just like this baby blue ensemble.

Dwayne Johnson

Dwayne Johnson, commonly known as The Rock, first became a famous wrestler before being an actor. The WWE superstar used to grace events with his shirt open to reveal his toned muscles. He would also raise his eyebrow for the camera, a move called “The People’s Eyebrow.” Because this industry often seamlessly follows Hollywood, it wasn’t surprising that he attended the 1999 Emmy Awards.

Over two decades later, Johnson has shown more finesse in his fashionable choices. While he remains buff, the “Jumanji” star has learned to dress to impress, especially during special occasions such as when he graced the 2022 ComiCon wearing this red shirt.

Jason Momoa

If one thing is consistent in all pictures of Jason Momoa, it’s his dreamy eyes. After winning Hawaii’s Model of the Year in 1999, he forged a career in the industry, first making waves as a cast member of “Baywatch.” We must say that one of his earliest red carpet appearances already displayed his fondness for stacking necklaces.

Since he rose to stardom following his portrayal of Khal Drogo in the hit HBO show “Game of Thrones,” Momoa has maintained his long locks. It was only fitting that he also plays the titular role in “Aquaman.” He now plays with colors and different cuts, as seen in this image.

Pete Davidson

When it comes to fashion, comedian Pete Davidson is not the first guy to come to mind. That’s because he often dresses comfortably rather than stylishly. This image of him in a T-shirt was taken when he was 18 and was still an unknown funnyman in 2011.

It wasn’t until two years later when Davidson bagged his breakout role in “Guy Code.” He hit big when he became a cast member of “Saturday Night Live” when he was 20. The comedian hasn’t looked back since. More noticeably, he has become more open to dressing, which was the case when he graced the red carpet of the 2022 Met Gala.

Lady Gaga

When Lady Gaga was still a budding artist in Hollywood, she used to don outrageous outfits that would have her become the talk of the town. Who could remember her meat dress? One of her less extreme ensembles was this gothic look that featured a black jacket, silk headwrap, sunglasses, and boots, matching her face paint.

Throughout the years, we have seen her wear more sophisticated dresses that surprise fans in a good way. Lady Gaga, known for her movie “A Star Is Born,” exuded Old Hollywood in this Armani Prive black gown with a white satin trail. She paired this with an updo and unmissable bling.

Ariana Grande

Songstress Ariana Grande was born to be a star. At 15, she landed the role of Charlotte in the Broadway musical “13,” and it didn’t take long for TV execs to see her undeniable talent. Here she was gracing the red carpet in casual attire. The following year, she became Cat Valentine in the Nickelodeon series “Victorious.”

As she cultivated her portfolio, Grande developed her sense of style and is now known for her signature high ponytail, mini-skirt, and winged eyeliner. Apart from launching a trend, the “Thank U, Next” hitmaker has also bagged Grammy Awards, became a coach in “The Voice,” and released fragrances.

Khloé Kardashian

The Kardashian-Jenner clan is known worldwide thanks to their now-defunct E! reality show “Keeping Up With The Kardashians.” When they invaded our TV screens, we immediately saw how beautiful these ladies are, but through the years, we have seen their transformations. For instance, Khloé used to wear wild prints on the red carpet, just like this green piece in 2008.

Now, she would have to be dead to be caught wearing out-of-style outfits. We will let you be the judge with this image from the Met Gala 2022, where she stunned in an embellished gold Moschino dress with the obsidian detail of a black fabric wrapping around her body.

Kim Kardashian

Just like Khloé, her sister Kim, owner of KKW Beauty, has one of the most remarkable transformations in the biz. One thing is for sure: the mom of four, who used to be Paris Hilton’s assistant, has always been into fashion, as evident in this 2006 snap where she wore this tight-fitting tube mauve dress.

What many fans love about Kim is her endless exploration of different styles. Here we see her with blonde locks and didn’t fall short on accessories. Judging by North’s outfit during this engagement, we dare say that the social media superstar rubbed off some of her sartorial knowledge to her daughter.

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