Most scandalous red-carpet dresses worn by celebrities

The red carpet is where celebrities shine, but sometimes, these fashion statement moments go too far.

From wearing sheer dresses to almost nude attire and unexpected silhouettes, here are the most scandalous red-carpet dresses worn by celebrities:

1. Beyoncé's Met Gala look

The Single Ladies hitmaker wore sparkling, sheer Givenchy gown at Met Gala in 2015, adorning with intricate beading and embroidery.

Her outfit sparked a lot of conversation and admiration, solidifying her status as a fashion icon as her look was both daring and breathtaking.

2. Rihanna's CFDA Awards look

In 2014, the Diamonds songstress, who recently gave birth to her third child and first daughter, wore a sheer Adam Selman gown, covered in over 230,000 Swarovski crystals.

Her outfit was both stunning and provocative, showcasing her fearless approach to fashion and willingness to take risks on the red carpet.

3. Dakota Johnson’s Kering Foundation Caring look

Earlier this month, the Materialists actress wore wore a transparent floral turtleneck dress by Gucci over a balconette bra and very cheeky bikini bottoms at the red carpet of 2025 Kering Foundation Caring for Women event.

4. Ciara’s look at Vanity Fair Oscars party

In 2023, the singer and actress managed to take things to the next level at the Vanity Fair Oscars party where she wore a glittery beaded Dundas halter worn over pasties and a very teeny thong by designer Peter Dundas.

Her bold dress drew significant criticism for being "inappropriate" due to its revealing nature.

5. Ice Spice’s look at Oscars

In 2024, the Barbie World singer wore a custom black sheer gown with lace and tulle with matching bra and panties, from Dolce & Gabbana to the Oscars’ Vanity Fair afterparty.

However, her outfit was a form of "naked dressing," a trend popular at the party, and many felt her look was a bold and stylish statement.

6. Miley Cyrus’ Grammys look 

In 2024, the Flowers songstress, who won her first-ever Grammys for best pop solo performance and record of the year that year, stepped out on the red carpet wearing a gold metal mesh dress with matching metal panties and a voluminous, '70s style bouffant hairstyle.