Elizabeth Hurley’s Style Evolution Through the Years
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Elizabeth Hurley is a style icon all in her own right. The iconic Hollywood actress, who starred in popular films including Austin Powers and Bedazzled, is the queen of getting dressed up. From floor-grazing sequined gowns to boundary-pushing dresses with low backs and high side slits, Hurley always commands attention on the red carpet, even if she wasn't even a part of the movie being screened.
Hurley’s career has spanned decades, which also means one thing—she’s had a lot of chances to pull off some fantastic style moments. Ahead, we take a look at her style evolution throughout the years. And yes, we were sure to include her headline-making safety pin Versace dress that caused quite a stir at the time. Enjoy!
1989
Hurley rocked an edgy leather look while holding hands with her then-boyfriend, Hugh Grant.
1991
For a film premiere after party, Hurley decided on a simple yet memorable outfit that featured a sleeveless black dress, a chunky gold chain belt, and transparent black tights. Her tousled hair and minimal jewelry tied the look together perfectly.
1993
For the UK premiere of The Remains of the Day, the actress decided on a striking red spaghetti strap dress with a sequined center detail and all-over ruching. She paired the floor-length frock with thick gold hoop earrings and a gold bracelet.
1993
How cute were Grant and Hurley here? The couple was spotted in London during the early 1990s wearing coordinating black outfits—Grant sported a sleek black suit with a satin bow tie, while Hurley donned a sequined mini dress and voluminous bouffant hairstyle.
1994
Hurley made plenty of headlines when she arrived at the premiere of Four Weddings and a Funeral in a show-stopping safety pin dress designed by Versace. The ensemble is still one that celebs try to recreate today.
1995
The star opted for a shimmery hot pink sleeveless dress with a mock neck and floor-length hemlines for the 1995 César Awards. Her simple makeup and blown-out hair gave the look a Jackie O.-esque edge.
1995
Hurley dazzled in a sweet silver gown dotted with crystals at the London Film Critics Circle Awards in the mid ’90s. She matched the look with gold gladiator-style heels.
1995
Hurley wowed onlookers at Lincoln Center in an incredibly glamorous black ball gown with a plunging neckline, buttoned bodice, and voluminous hem. She accessorized the look with a shimmery diamond necklace and matching chandelier earrings.
1996
She proved that less is more when she attended the Extreme Measures Beverly Hills premiere in a simple spaghetti-strap red dress with black sandals and a croc-embossed clutch.
1997
For the UK premiere of the film, she chose a metallic silver dress with a fuzzy white stole and smokey eye makeup.
1997
She even looks stylish at the airport. The actress is pictured here wearing an ankle-length fur-trimmed jacket, leather boots, and cat-eye shades. Sweatpants at the airport? No thanks!
1997
She smiled on the Austin Powers red carpet in a knee-length white strapped dress featuring tons of shimmery sequins. She styled the look with silver open-toed heels and a simple silver necklace.
1998
Hurley wore this show-stopping gold number at the 1998 CFDA Awards. The gilded look included a drapey gold sequined gown with a small beaded handbag.
1998
Hurley is the queen of sequins. She’s pictured here wearing a floor-length getup with a red sequined bodice and embroidered orange silk skirt. The striking silver straps and square neckline gave the look a dose of excitement.
1998
She looked over her shoulder at the UK premiere of Mickey Blue Eyes in a backless gold gown punctuated with boxy pink details.
1999
How fabulous is this glittery pale purple gown Hurley flaunted at the 1999 CFDA Awards? The high front slit and draped bust are everything.
2000
For the Talk Magazine party, Hurley gave her gowns a night off and rocked a burnt orange two-piece set instead. The embroidered look included a crop top with three-quarter-length sleeves, and a plunging neckline matched with a slinky knit skirt.
2000
She wore another monochrome ensemble to the premiere of Bedazzled. Her look included a salmon-colored one-shouldered top paired with a gold chain belt and matching pants with just the right amount of sheen. She finished off the look with tousled waves and gold jewelry.
2001
Hurley kept the two-piece set trend going when she rocked a matching tank and skirt at a pre-Oscar party. The see-through sequined top, beaded bottom, and silver rosette belt were something else.
2001
Hurley took a walk on the wild side when she arrived at the Double Whammy premiere in a fringed animal print number accessorized with shiny gold platform heels and oversized diamond earrings.
2003
She opted for a ruched lavender dress with a flowy skirt and dipped neckline for the Cannes Film Festival.
2005
She arrived at Dolce & Gabbana's 20th Anniversary party in a sultry satin look. The gown’s pink hue and black lace details were a match made in fashion heaven.
2007
She looked like a goddess at The Golden Age of Couture gala which took place at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London. Her one-shouldered silk gown went perfectly with her statement-making earrings and silver clutch.
2008
Hurley chose a pretty pink dress for a Breast Cancer Research Foundation event in 2008. The dress boasted a halter neck, a high front slit, and some gathering at the waist.
2009
Hurley looked like fashion royalty when she arrived at the 2009 Met Gala in an incredible floor-length ball gown designed by Elie Saab. The show-stopping look boasted a ruffled bustline, an extravagant skirt, and a silky waist sash.
2010
She stunned in silver sequins at the Caudwell Children Butterfly Ball a year later.
2011
Hurley had quite the entrance when she arrived at a charity event in a fabulous one-shouldered beige-colored gown with a fabulous feathered hem.
2012
For a charity event a year later, she opted for a glamorous pale pink ensemble, which included a beaded floor-length gown, a glittery clutch, and oversized earrings.
2018
The star wore another pale pink dress for a charity gala performance in 2018. The lovely look included a sweetheart neckline, an embroidered bodice, and a fishtail hem.
2019
For the Rocketman premiere, Hurley shook things up in a white sequined two-piece suit paired with silver heels.
2023
For the recent Breast Cancer Research Foundation Hot Pink Party, the Hollywood star donned a bubblegum pink column dress with a voluminous shoulder detail and ruched bodice. She tied together the look with gorgeous chandelier earrings and matching bracelets.
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