Emma Watson is more than just an impressive style icon — she's been the leading lady of one of the biggest movie franchises to ever hit theaters, a Brown University scholar, an eloquent spokesperson for feminism, a UN Goodwill Ambassador, and a star in the Little Women remake — all before turning 30. How's that for a résumé?
So, what better way to celebrate her 30th year than by revisiting her sartorial moments that captured and held our attention. As we've watched Emma mature into an inspiring role model, we've also watched her signature style develop from Hermione Granger to haute couture. While she's held on to her appreciation for avant-garde fashion, she exudes an elegant femininity no matter what occasion she is dressing up for. Whether she's floating down the red carpet in ethereal designer gowns, taking a turn on the color wheel in kaleidoscope combinations, or translating her cool-girl street style into punk-chic high-fashion moments, see Emma Watson's ability to always push the envelope with a look at her best red carpet outfits.
— Additional reporting by Mandi Villa
In a chic black Balenciaga ballgown, Emma Watson was a sight for sore eyes at the New York premiere of Little Women.
For the 2018 Vanity Fair Oscars afterparty, Emma wore a vintage Ralph Lauren dress, Roger Vivier shoes, and Ana Khouri jewelry.
With black pants and a creamy white blouse, Emma looked stunning at the BAFTA Los Angeles Tea Party.
The star looked like a dream in an off-the-shoulder white gown by Burberry on the red carpet.
The Beauty and the Beast star wore a low-cut black jumpsuit and matching black heels to the movie's premiere in 2017.
The actress attended the event in a dreamy eco-friendly dress from designer Emilia Wickstead.
Emma wore the most ethereal Elie Saab dress to the 2017 premiere of Beauty and the Beast in Shanghai, China.
The star arrived on the red carpet in a gorgeous custom white Miu Miu gown, complete with a tasteful train.
This custom-made Givenchy Haute Couture by Riccardo Tisci gown featured a semi-mesh front and a large bow on the back.
Emma's timeless style and class shone bright when she wore this majestic Calvin Klein gown.
For the 102nd White House Correspondents' Association Dinner in 2016, Emma wore a floral ensemble by Osman London.
The star looked as dreamy as ever in this elegant Dior dress and edgy choker necklace.
Dressed in a Behno Modular overcoat, the actress looked polished and sophisticated on the red carpet.
Emma rocked a skirt-pants hybrid, wearing a gray and black Dior outfit on the red carpet.
Looking as glamorous as ever, the star flaunted a black Oscar de la Renta gown with nails to match.
It's not just us who can't get enough of Emma's elegant style. She was awarded the title British Style Icon at the 2014 British Style Awards while wearing a wide-legged Misha Nonoo jumpsuit and tuxedo-style Dior coat.
Never one to shy away from a bold style statement, Emma paired an embellished off the shoulder top and skin-tight trousers by Balenciaga on the red carpet.
Emma was pretty in pink when she donned this structural look by Narciso Rodriguez at the premiere of 'Boulevard'.
Emma walked on water, literally, in an ethereal Ralph Lauren Collection gown earlier this year.
Watson proved the power of a jumpsuit in a draped white and black J. Mendel for the Madrid premiere of Noah.
She's bringing sexy back in a bow-detailed Wes Gordon gown in Berlin. Slicked strands and a red-hot lip took her already-sultry look to new heights.
For the 2014 Oscars, Watson went demure in a shimmering pewter Vera Wang gown featuring a draped mermaid-skirt hem.
Comprised of a shimmery, beaded top which descended beautifully into an incredibly feminine — and dramatic — bow skirt, it's easy to see how Emma's Giambattista Valli Haute Couture creation stole the show at the Elle Style Awards.
Only the crème de la crème of trendsetters would think to rock a dress over pants for one of the biggest shows of award season — and that's just what Emma did in this exquisite Christian Dior Couture.
While promoting The Bling Ring, Watson stunned onlookers in a monochrome Chanel gown and glam bun.
Upon first glance, Emma's creamy J. Mendel mini may look a little uninspiring, but the sexy off-the-shoulder detail and sheer-inset tiered hem make for one luscious mini.
If you've got it, flaunt it. Watson chose a futuristic bolero-inspired crop top and black boyfriend trousers, both by Balenciaga, for the GQ Men of the Year Awards in London.
The Bling Ring star chose a high-collared tweed Chanel mini and embellished ankle-strap pumps for the LA premiere.
Emma balanced her avant garde Roland Mouret bustier with cigarette trousers and classic pumps in 2013.
Watson posed in a moody peekaboo Christopher Kane creation detailed with paillette feather trim at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival.
For the 2013 Met Gala, Emma put her fit figure on display in a custom silk-crepe Prabal Gurung gown.
Watson embraced her statement and short motto with a watercolor Maxime Simoëns mini and cutout Proenza Schouler lace-ups at the 2013 MTV Movie Awards.
Emma arrived at the premiere of The Perks of Being a Wallflower in 2012 wearing a Giorgio Armani dress.
A monchrome Christian Dior Couture duo for London premiere of The Perks of Being a Wallflower.
Watson took the classic LWD and turned it on its head, donning a multifaceted Brood look comprised of a high-collar one-shoulder blouse and button-front peplum-detailed mini in 2012.
The star was all smiles in an elegant yet edgy black and blue floral-embroidered Erdem mini at the 2012 Toronto International Film Festival.
Emma Watson took a turn around the color wheel in a kaleidoscope top and skirt set by Peter Pilotto.
Emma embraced the MTV Movie Awards' playful aesthetic in a regal graphic-print Brood dress and caged Tabitha Simmons sandals.
Watson topped her sweet mixed-print duo with an edgy leather jacket, all by Miu Miu, for the Struck by Lightning premiere in 2012.
Watson teamed a fiery Valentino lace and silk bubble dress with Christian Louboutin crisscross pumps at a pre-BAFTA party in London.
The intricate design of this glamorous Valentino dress made it all the more beautiful to look at.
The MTV Movie Awards were in for a treat when Emma wore an ivory Marchesa dress with a jewel-encrusted neckline. She completed the look with metallic Brian Atwood heels that drew more attention to her cute look.
The star's My Week With Marilyn premiere look was all about her Swarovski-embroidered Jason Wu peplum top.
Could the girl be any cooler? We died over this tartan and tulle McQueen look when we first spotted it — and we love it just as much, if not more, four years later.
Watson's breathtaking A-list red carpet moment came in the form this golden amber Bottega Veneta stunner.
Emma's multilayered tulle Oscar de la Renta gown had the perfect mix of edge and class when she sported it in 2011.
Emma opted for a Calvin Klein charmeuse slip dress for the NY premiere of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.
Emma attended the 2010 Met Gala in a one-shoulder Burberry dress.
In 2008, Emma wore a white Alexander McQueen dress to the National Movie Awards.
For the 2004 UK premiere of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Emma wore a vintage dress from the 1920s she and her mom found. She wore a floral corsage to hide a rip in the gown.