Charlize Theron's Best Red Carpet Looks

For some actresses, it takes a significant awards season win or campaign to get noticed on the red carpet, but Charlize Theron cemented her place among the pantheon of style greats long before she won her Oscar for Monster. Theron, who became the face of J'Adore Dior perfume in 2004 and has worked closely with the brand since, has developed a truly signature style.

While the former ballerina is no stranger to revealing outfits, she's careful to balance exposing elements where appropriate with softening details like bows, pleats, and blazers. By the same token, Theron will often enliven a covered-up look with a keyhole detail, exposed back or midriff, or thigh-high slit.

Keep scrolling for Charlize Theron's 20 best red carpet looks to date.

2023: In Dior Haute Couture Lingerie at the 'Fast X' Premiere

Theron cemented her penchant for flaunting underpinnings on the red carpet at the Fast X premiere in Rome when she arrived in a three-piece Dior Haute Couture ensemble that included a bralette, shorts, and sheer, plunging, robe-like dress.

2020: In All-Black Dior at the Academy Awards

The picture of relaxed elegance, Theron attended the 92nd Academy Awards in a black peplum Dior gown with a generous slit, asymmetrical neckline, and stunning train.

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