The Best Red Carpet Looks from Saoirse Ronan

From making Graham Norton’s sofa full of men go quiet with a mere “That’s what girls have to think about all the time” to emerging as the ultimate Chappell Roan devotee – and doppelgänger – Saoirse Ronan is no stranger to the spotlight. Acting since she was nine, Ronan grew to be one of the most in-demand actresses of a generation, with roles ranging from Christine in Lady Bird, Jo March in Little Women, Agatha in The Grand Budapest Hotel, and Susie Salmon in The Lovely Bones. But the star’s successes go beyond cinema, as she's a fashion icon in her own right.

Whether arriving at Jimmy Kimmel Live! in a fresh off the runway Jonathan Anderson Spring 2025 trompe l'oeil blue mini dress while promoting The Outrun, a risky street style and red carpet lookbook, or as a Louis Vuitton house ambassador, the actress slips effortlessly into the fashion world.

Met Gala Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty (2011)

At the 2011 Met Gala Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty, Ronan wore a Rodarte red dress featuring an embroidered skirt. She accessorized with Jack Vartanian earrings, glittery pumps, and a Neil Lane bracelet.

Premiere of The Grand Budapest Hotel at 64th Berlinale International Film Festival (2014)

For the premiere of The Grand Budapest Hotel at the 64th Berlinale International Film Festival in 2014, the star donned an emerald silk Valentino gown, teamed with black Jimmy Choo heels and a headband.

88th Annual Academy Awards Nominee Luncheon (2016)

At the 88th Annual Academy Awards Nominee Luncheon in 2016, Saoirse Ronan stunned the red carpet in a sleek black and white tweed suit by Laura Basci, styled with black strappy heels. 

Golden Globes Awards (2016)

Tapping into her inner Greek goddess, Ronan attended the 2016 Golden Globes in a white Saint Laurent gown. 

Oscars (2018)

At the 90th Annual Academy Awards, the actress wore a strapless baby pink Calvin Klein dress with a bow detail at the back. 

New York Premiere of Mary Queen of Scots (2018)

At the New York premiere of Mary Queen of Scots, Saoirse Ronan walked the red carpet in a white Gucci midi gown with ruffle detailing and a gold heart at the waist from Spring 2019. 

London Premiere of Mary Queen of Scots (2018)

For the London premiere of Mary Queen of Scots in 2018, the actress’ choice was a flowing cream tulle Carolina Herrera dress with whimsical balloon sleeves and multicolored criss-cross detailing on the waist and neckline. 

Berlin Premiere of Mary Queen of Scots (2019)

Attending the Berlin premiere of Mary Queen of Scots, Ronan wore a cream Miu Miu strappy gown with silver beads that exuded elegance.

11th Annual Governors Awards (2019)

At the 2019 Governors Awards, the star sported a black and white gingham jumpsuit from Emilia Wickstead Spring 2020, which was paired with Giuseppe Zanotti heels.

Golden Globe Awards (2019)

For the Golden Globes 2019, Ronan wore a custom Gucci naked illusion silvery dress that was both demure and daring. 

Paris Premiere of Little Women (2019)

At the Paris premiere of the much-acclaimed Greta Gerwig production Little Women, Saoirse Ronan rocked a scarlet and lilac multicolored lace gown from Galvan Spring 2020. 

Critics’ Choice Awards (2020) 

At the 2020 Critics' Choice Awards, the star sported a silk floral Erdem dress with puffed sleeves, a loose silhouette and a layered skirt. 

Sundance Film Festival (2024)

At the Sundance Film Festival 2024, the actress wore a light blue Louis Vuitton Spring Summer 2024 jumpsuit with a soft diagonal print, an off-the-shoulder neckline and flowing trousers. The true star of the look, though, was a pair of the French house's quirky open-toed low heels from that same collection. 

The Outrun’ New York Screening (2024)

Wearing a tartan dress with deconstructed layers from Hodakova Fall/Winter 2024 collection, Ronan made a grungy and fresh fashion statement at a screening of her film The Outrun in New York CIty.

Blitz’ London Film Festival Premiere (2024)

At the premiere of Blitz at the London Film Festival, the star went sleek in a custom-made white cream Louis Vuitton high-neck sleeveless dress with a daring belt.

Academy Museum Gala (2024) 

For the Academy Museum Gala 2024, Ronan stunned in a black backless Louis Vuitton gown with a textured origami pleated top.