Can You Name the Celebrities Committing These Fashion Faux Pas?

By: Sameena Mughal
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Can You Name the Celebrities Committing These Fashion Faux Pas?
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About This Quiz

Celebrities and fashion go hand in hand. When we watch award shows, we watch just as much for the fashion as the awards themselves. After the shows are over, we watch fashion commentators talk about who got it right and who got it wrong. 

Celebrities famously get it wrong sometimes. Lady Gaga, who was fashion's award-show darling this season, really got it wrong in 2010 with her infamous meat dress at the 2010 MTV Music Awards. She wasn't the only pop diva to make an awkward statement on the red carpet. Songstress Celine Dion wore a too-big fedora and backward suit to the Oscars one year. Some of the men can cause double-take moments too, and not in a good way. In the early '90s, Jon Bon Jovi channeled his inner Prince with a purple velvet tux with too-long leather lapels and cuffs. 

It happens. We all win some and lose some when it comes to our fashion choices, even celebrities armed with personal stylists and glam squads.

We've put together some images of fashion missteps that celebrities have made. Have a look and tell us the names of the stars who made them. Show us how much of a celebrity fashion expert you are! Enjoy!

Bjork
ABC
Can you name the Icelandic pop star who had this "Swan Lake" moment?
Alma
Fanny Andersen
Bjork
Sigrid
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

For ill or for nil, Bjork's "swan dress" for the 2001 Oscars was a standout on the red carpet. Over 18 years later, the notorious dress was featured in the Met Gala "Camp" exhibit.

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Laura Linney
SuperPopVIP
Who is this Oscar-nominated actress who channeled her inner school girl at the Women in Film 2013 Crystal Lucy Awards?
Amy Adams
Laura Linney
Jennifer Carpenter
Helen Hunt
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Laura Linney has gotten it right many times on the red carpet. This event wasn't one of those times. Her dress reminded some of a novice who'd gotten out of the convent for the night.

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Gwyneth Paltrow
ABC
Do you know the name of this "Shakespeare in Love" actress?
Jennifer Aniston
Kate Hudson
Tilda Swinton
Gwyneth Paltrow
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow had one of the best Oscar dresses when she won for Best Actress in 1999. But in 2002, even an Alexander McQueen dress couldn't save her gothic-Renaissance-serving-wench look.

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Paris Hilton
AP Archive via YouTube
"The Simple Life" star went a little skimpy with this ocean-blue number at the 2003 MTV Awards. Can you name her?
Paris Hilton
Nicole Richie
Lindsay Lohan
Hilary Duff
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Glamour Magazine called this particular look "cringeworthy" in 2013. Socialite and former reality star Paris Hilton must have thought she was headed to the beach instead of an award show.

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Kate Beckinsale
cybermelli via YouTube
Do you know this "Underworld" star?
Keira Knightley
Kate Beckinsale
Emily Blunt
Carey Mulligan
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

At the 2018 Toronto Film Festival, Kate Beckinsale remembered her vampire roots in a little black cocktail dress with one extra-long flowy sleeve. Fashion pundits didn't know what to make of it.

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Bella Hadid
E! Red Carpet & Award Shows
Who is this supermodel?
Bella Hadid
Kendall Jenner
Sofia Richie
Kate Moss
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

There are times when even being a part of the fashion world can't save you from fashion mistakes. The beige bodysuit with just tights underneath from 2018 made her look like she'd just left a dance studio.

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Kim Kardashian
Clevver Music via YouTube
Can you tell who this beauty mogul is?
Ariana Grande
Jessie J
Kim Kardashian
Cardi B.
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Reality star and businesswoman Kim Kardashian had many shaking their heads when she arrived at the 2013 Met Gala with Kanye West. The flower-print gown was just too much of a good thing.

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Courtney Love
Getty Images
Who is this grunge rocker?
Kim Gordon
Courtney Love
Joan Jett
Debbie Harry
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Hole band leader Courtney Love's ripped asymmetrical dress just didn't work for many. This 2000 Golden Globe look landed the singer-turned-actress on more than one Worst Dressed list.

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Nicki Minaj
AP Archive via YouTube
Do you recognize this hip-hop artist at her 2012 "Pink Friday" record signing in London?
Lil' Kim
Nicki Minaj
Eve
Roxanne Shante
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Nicki Minaj could never be accused of being boring or shy when it comes to her fashion choices. The Barbie-meets-Hello-Kitty ensemble sparked Seventeen Magazine to place her on one of their Worst Dressed Celebrities lists.

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Christina Aguilera
Access / NBC Enterprises
Can you tell us who this R&B/pop diva is?
Christina Aguilera
Britney Spears
Demi Lovato
Selena Gomez
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

One ... two ... three ... Cha ... cha ... cha ... Christina Aguilera channeled her inner dancing flamingo with this pink dress. She made this questionable choice for MTV's 2003 Video Music Awards.

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Victoria Beckham
ODE
What's the name of this "Posh" lady attending the 2007 MTV Movie Awards?
Katie Holmes
Jessica Alba
Victoria Beckham
Melanie C
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Wrong Answer

Former Spice Girl and fashion icon Victoria Beckham missed the mark in a leather zebra-print dress. The bright-pink bra peeking out didn't get the approval of the fashion world, either.

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Robert Downey
Oscars
This "Ironman" didn't have a solid look at the 1989 Oscars. Who is he?
Ted Danson
Kevin Costner
Sam Rockwell
Robert Downey Jr.
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Wrong Answer

Even having co-presenter Cybill Shepherd on his arm didn't help Robert Downey Jr.'s doomed Mariachi look. The Marvel superhero's loud tuxedo didn't sing and was just a head-scratcher.

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Lara Flynn Boyle
AP Archive via YouTube
Can you name this "Twin Peaks" actress?
Lara Flynn Boyle
Sherilyn Fenn
Teri Hatcher
Moira Kelly
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

At the 2003 Golden Globe Awards, Lara Flynn Boyle made a statement on the red carpet when she arrived. It was probably not the one she wanted to make. Not many got the prima-ballerina thing.

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Fergie
The Daily via YouTube
Who is this powerhouse singer who got Worst Dressed at the third Fashion Los Angeles Awards in 2017?
Nicole Scherzinger
Adele
Fergie
Pink
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

In singing and fashion, Fergie is known for her eclectic style. But with this ruffled matador mini, she got it wrong.

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Mel B
NBC
This "Scary" look is brought to you by whom?
Rose McGowan
Mel B
Naomi Campbell
Geri Halliwell
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

"America's Got Talent," but Mel B didn't have a talent for picking an outfit for the show's live broadcast on August 15, 2017. The peacock-inspired bodysuit looked more appropriate for the Ice Capades than for a fashion moment.

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Jennifer Lopez
Recording Academy / GRAMMYs
Who is this megastar "from the block?"
Mariah Carey
Shakira
Jennifer Lopez
Sheila E.
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

At this year's Grammy Awards, Jennifer Lopez underwhelmed fashion critics with the sparkling gown from Ralph and Russo she chose for that evening. The hat just threw people for a loop too.

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Charlize Theron
Daily Mail
Can you name this actress wearing a "Monster" of a dress?
Amber Heard
Scarlett Johansson
Denise Richards
Charlize Theron
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Wrong Answer

Charlize Theron knows how to rock an Oscar gown. But this past show, even the Dior she wore to the ceremony didn't work for her. The fashion pundits found her less than impressive.

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Harry Styles
E! / NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment Group
This singer went the wrong direction with this suit. What's his name?
Harry Styles
Joe Jonas
Niall Horan
Zayn Malik
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

You would think wearing a Gucci suit is a fool-proof way to get on a Best Dressed list. That wasn't the case for Harry Styles when he donned a white Gucci suit with black flowers on it. He even said he regrets it.

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David Beckham
AP Archive via YouTube
Who is this footballer?
Wayne Rooney
David Beckham
Lionel Messi
Brad Pitt
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

World-class footballer David Beckham made a lot of right moves on the football field and on the fashion stage. Except for that time he sported cornrows to meet Nelson Mandela, which he admits was a bad idea.

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Demi Moore
Oscars
Full "Disclosure" is that this outfit was a fashion no-no. Who wore it?
Mare Winningham
Demi Moore
Ally Sheedy
Molly Ringwald
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Wrong Answer

In the '80s, many people went big or went home when it came to their fashion choices. But Demi Moore's 1989 Oscar look still didn't fly. Bike shorts and a corset top were too much even then.

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CeeLo Green
ODE
Maybe this artist would like to forget this outfit. Could you name him for us?
Big Boi
Ludacris
CeeLo Green
Andre 3000
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

CeeLo Green likes the unique and unusual when it comes to music and fashion. This "Goldfinger" look from the Grammy Awards in 2017 wasn't either of those things in a good way for many.

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Nicole Kidman
E! / NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment Group
Can you tell us who this Australian actress is?
Reese Witherspoon
Mimi Rogers
Naomi Watts
Nicole Kidman
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Nicole Kidman seldom gets it wrong on the red carpet. The 2004 Golden Globe Awards seemed to be an off year for her with this flapper-inspired number. It didn't translate well to the 21st century.

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Lena Dunham
TVLine
Maybe she should have talked to her "Girls" before she wore this dress. Who is she?
Allison Williams
Lena Dunham
Blake Lively
Georgia Fowler
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

In 2014, Lena Dunham tried to dress to impress with this Giambattista Valli dress at the Emmys. The poufy pink gown with the flowing train didn't quite do it for the style watchers, though.

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Kylie Jenner
Daily Mail
Even billionaires make fashion mistakes. What's this one's name?
Kylie Jenner
Hailey Rhode Beiber
Mila Kunis
Kris Jenner
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Kylie Jenner is a fashion-forward business mogul and is considered an influencer. But her pink jumpsuit from the 2019 Grammy's ceremony went nowhere fast with fashionistas in the know.

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Katy Perry
Cole Walliser via YouTube
This pop singer's look at this year's Grammys didn't go over like a "Firework." Can you name her?
Halsey
Camila Cabello
Katy Perry
Megan Fox
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Katy Perry's pink Ottoman pouf was not her best look at this year's Grammys. It was a Scooby moment for more than one fashion observer who didn't understand what exactly she was going for.

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Cyndi Lauper
ABC / On the Red Carpet
Who is this unusual singer?
Belinda Carlisle
Cyndi Lauper
Carol Kane
Sheryl Crow
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Cyndi Lauper has always wanted to have fun, but this American Music Awards look back in 2012 didn't get her fun fashion reviews. The half-leather, half-plaid jacket just didn't work.

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Diane Keaton
Pro 7
Do you know this member of "The First Wives Club"?
Faye Dunaway
Bebe Neuwirth
Diane Keaton
Mia Farrow
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Diane Keaton may have tried to give a shout-out to her "Annie Hall" days with the suit she wore to the 2004 Academy Awards. The long jacket, wingtips, bowler hat and gloves were just a lot.

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Shakira
CBS
Do you recognize this Latina powerhouse?
Becky G
Shakira
Thalia
Paulina Rubio
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Before the 2001 Grammy Award ceremony, Shakira's stylist lied to her beautifully when she told her this gold gown with matching gold boots would work with the fashion critics. They didn't.

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Marion Cotillard
POPSUGAR Entertainment
Can you tell us who this French rose is?
Marion Cotillard
Angelina Jolie
Audrey Tautou
Juliette Binoche
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Marion Cotillard going understated for an Oscar luncheon in 2015 was understandable. The random green teardrop on her dress right in the middle of a royal blue, black and grayish Christian Dior dress wasn't.

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Janet Jackson
CBS
What's the name of this singer who made you want to "Scream?"
Jennifer Hudson
Michelle Williams
Paula Abdul
Janet Jackson
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Janet Jackson made the 2004 Super Bowl halftime show memorable more for her controversial wardrobe "malfunction" than her actual performance. The plastic-looking bustier with the red bra underneath was odd even before that.

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Lady Gaga
ScreenSlam
The "Paparazzi" love her. Who is she?
Katy Perry
Taylor Swift
Lady Gaga
Sia
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Lady Gaga's 2015 Oscar gown wasn't the biggest offender for the fashion police. The super-large red gloves that extended up to her forearm were. Was she doing dishes before the ceremony?

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Kelly Ripa
LIVEKellyandRyan
Can you tell us who this morning-show host is?
Megyn Kelly
Kelly Ripa
Hoda Kotb
Ainsley Earhardt
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Kelly Ripa's Christian Siriano gown from the 2018 Oscars landed her on Marie Claire's list of "The Worst Oscar Dresses of All Time." The large pink-and-green bow on the black dress made it pop but not in a good way.

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Bebe Rexha
Access Video TV
Do you know this singer-songwriter?
Maren Morris
Dua Lipa
Kelsea Ballerini
Bebe Rexha
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Bebe Rexha's velvet black gown for the 2018 Billboard Music Awards didn't earn her rave reviews with the fashion world. The black tulle fanning out over her shoulders and arms didn't make the statement she wanted.

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Heidi Klum
Daily Mail
Who is this supermodel?
Heidi Klum
Cindy Crawford
Christy Turlington
Alessandra Ambrosio
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

You would think supermodels and hosts of fashion shows would always get it right. Heidi Klum was definitely out with her Golden Globes dress this year. The bright flowers on a black dress didn't cut it.

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Serena Williams
Tennis TourTalk via YouTube
Can you tell us who this star athlete is?
Venus Williams
Sloane Stephens
Serena Williams
Naomi Osaka
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Serena Williams is Superwoman on the tennis court. But this look off the court may have been her kryptonite. At a Berlei event, she wore one of their sports bras, but the tulle skirt and fishnet tights were just a confusing pairing.

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Michael Strahan
ScreenSlam
Could you tell us the name of this former NFL star?
Charles Barkley
Michael Strahan
Sterling Sharpe
Sam Champion
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Michael Strahan must have been remembering his days as a New York Giant with the blue suit. The navy-blue tie and lapels on top of the royal-blue suit didn't work for the 2016 Oscars or the fashion critics.

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Cameron Diaz
Oscars
Do you remember this "Charlie's Angels" star?
Eva Mendes
Drew Barrymore
Natalie Portman
Cameron Diaz
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

For the 2002 Oscars, Cameron Diaz said she was going for a "casual" and comfortable look. The fashionistas were not having that, so they came at her for this peach number with red flowers and random purple belt.

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Cher
Entertainment Tonight
Do you "Believe" you know her?
Cher
Meryl Steep
Barbra Streisand
Christine Baranski
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Cher is nothing if not bold and daring for her fashion choices. Her Oscar outfits always gave people something to talk about. At the 1998 Oscars, they talked about the beaded hat with matching dress by Bob Mackie, just not in a good way.

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Terence Howard
MaximoTV
Can you name this "Empire" star?
Terence Howard
Taye Diggs
Don Cheadle
Anthony Anderson
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

At the 2017 Oscars, Terence Howard may have been going for regal and understated. Still, the fashion police didn't see it that way, and they cited him for wearing a dressing gown instead of a formal jacket.

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Miley Cyrus
MTV
Can you tell us who this "Malibu" singer is?
Vanessa Hudgens
Miley Cyrus
Lea Michele
Noah Cyrus
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Take your pick from Miley Cyrus's outlandish looks. This white bodysuit from the 2013 MTV Europe Music Awards caused a splash because she seemed to have forgotten pants or a skirt.

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