A Look Back at Gold Dresses Worn on the Golden Globe Awards Red Carpets: Beyoncé in Elie Saab, Priyanka Chopra in Ralph Lauren and More

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Some of the brightest, boldest and goldest celebrity looks have graced the Golden Globe Awards red carpet over the years.

The annual award show celebrating movies and television shows has a reputation for producing some of the most exciting celebrity fashion moments, many of which happen to be gold or covered with glittering adornments. Stars like Beyoncé, Amy Pohler and Lucy Boyton have attended the show dressed in golden designs by Elie Saab, Naeem Khan and Celine.

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In preparation for the Golden Globes 2024 on Sunday, WWD is looking back at the best gold dresses worn on the Golden Globes red carpet.

Kate Hudson, 2002

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Kate Hudson at the 2002 Golden Globes.

Kate Hudson was dressed by Versace for the 59th Annual Golden Globe Awards. The actress wore a long gold dress with a deep V-neckline from the brand’s spring 2002 collection.

Nicole Kidman, 2004

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Nicole Kidman at the 2004 Golden Globes.

Nicole Kidman arrived at the 68th Annual Golden Globe Awards wearing a midi-length gold sequined dress from Dior with white sheer paneling. She accessorized with a golden clutch and matching accessories.

Beyoncé, 2007

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Beyoncé at the 2007 Golden Globes.

Beyoncé wore a glittering gold and silver dress by Elie Saab at the 64th Annual Golden Globe Awards in Los Angeles. Her dress featured a plunging neckline and keyhole detail.

Jennifer Lopez, 2009

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Jennifer Lopez at the 2009 Golden Globes.

Jennifer Lopez wore a gold Marchesa gown at the 66th Annual Golden Globe Awards. Her dress featured a deep V-neckline with fabric draping throughout the bodice.

Amy Pohler, 2012

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Amy Poehler at the 2012 Golden Globes.

Amy Pohler arrived at the 69th Annual Golden Globe Awards in a light gold, short-sleeve Naeem Khan dress, covered in crystals.

Emily Blunt, 2013

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Emily Blunt at the 2013 Golden Globes.

Emily Blunt wore Michael Kors at the 70th Annual Golden Globe Awards. Her gold gown featured lace detailing throughout and cutouts on the bodice. She accessorized with a small sparkling clutch.

Priyanka Chopra, 2017

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Priyanka Chopra at the 2017 Golden Globes.

Priyanka Chopra arrived at the 74th Annual Golden Globe Awards in a long-sleeve gold gown by Ralph Lauren. Her embroidered dress was covered in sequins, creating different patterns.

Billy Porter, 2019

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Billy Porter at the 2019 Golden Globes.

Billy Porter attended the 76th Annual Golden Globe Awards in a champagne-gold cape adorned with floral embroidery and a matching suit — all by Randi Rahim.

Lucy Boyton, 2019

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Lucy Boyton at the 2019 Golden Globes.

Lucy Boyton wore a deep gold gown from Celine’s spring 2019 collection. Her dress featured puffed long sleeves and a side slit revealing matching gold shoes.

Jennifer Hudson, 2023

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Jennifer Hudson at the 2023 Golden Globes

Jennifer Hudson wore a gold sequined dress from CD Greene at the 80th Annual Golden Globe Awards. Her mirrored ensemble was accessorized with matching gold jewelry.

Amelia Dimoldenberg, 2023

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Amelia Dimoldenberg

Amelia Dimoldenberg donned a long and layered gold dress paired with strappy heels at the 80th Annual Golden Globe Awards.

Gold Dresses on the Golden Globe Awards Red Carpets Through the Years

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Launch Gallery: Gold Dresses on the Golden Globe Awards Red Carpets Through the Years

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