Why Greta Gerwig Is the Red Carpet’s Queen of Whimsy

Greta Gerwig, one of Vogue’s four January cover stars, is among the most in-demand filmmakers of the moment. She began her career as an actress but has more recently ventured into directing and screenwriting. She had a successful past few years, spearheading films such as Lady Bird, Little Women, and the upcoming Barbie flick starring Margot Robbie. Along the way, Gerwig has attended many red carpet events for her projects—and has always remained true to her personal sense of style, which is heavy on the whimsy. In fact, recent events have seen her take her love of ruffles, sequins, and showstopping gowns to the next level. And Vogue is taking a closer look at some of her most memorable looks to date.

Gerwig’s signature on the step and repeat? An unabashed love for fashion while being unafraid of statement pieces. Some of her earlier looks displayed this in full force. Attending a photo call for the film Maggie’s Plan in 2016, she wore a fringed mini dress from Valentino that had a country-western vibe. She also wore the label at the premiere of Isle of Dogs last year, choosing an embroidered gown with sequin work that made the case for glitzy maximalism.

The star has also favored designs by Gucci, whose designer Alessandro Michele has mastered the art of fabulous kitsch. There was the pink cape-style gown she wore to the 2019 LACMA Art + Film Gala, complete with delicate embroidery; or the chic, buttoned-up silk gown by the Italian label that she sported to the Time 100 gala last year. But her most globally-adored ensemble to date? That has to be the sprightly orange Rodarte dress covered in crystal embellishments that she wore to last year’s Oscars, where she was nominated for Best Director (Lady Bird)—a fashion moment worthy of its very own gold statue.

Below, some of Gerwig’s best red carpet looks.