Breaking its usual summer-bound confines, the yellow dress trend has surprisingly become a year-round favorite. Traditionally, yellow takes a backseat in the fashion department and only appears during the summer seasons. However, recent red carpet events proved this color has a place at any time and season.
Here are the celebrities who placed the yellow dress on our must-have list.
1. Kylie Minogue in Stellar Stella McCartney
Kylie Minogue channeled her inner Greek goddess in Stella McCartney’s Resort 2016 “Astrid” halter dress. It looks like something you’d wear on a tropical summer vacation.
Kylie Minogue dazzled at the V&A Summer Party in a vibrant yellow Stella McCartney ‘Astrid’ halter dress featuring a pleated asymmetrical neckline, a one-strap open back, and a floor-length hem, complemented by smokey eyes, glossy pink lips, and colored stone earrings in London on June 22, 2016 (Credit: WENN)
2. Rachel Zoe: Resort Elegance in Her Own Design
Rachel Zoe graced the Chrysalis Butterfly Ball on June 11, 2016, stunning in her own Rachel Zoe Melina Gown design (Credit: WENN)
Rachel Zoe also had that resort loungewear look in a mustard yellow maxi dress from her eponymous fashion label.
Rachel Zoe styled her dress with statement earrings at the 15th Annual Chrysalis Butterfly Ball at a Private Mandeville Canyon Estate in Los Angeles on June 11, 2016 (Credit: WENN)
3. Jennifer Lopez’s Bold Choice: Giambattista Valli’s Cape-Sleeved Gown
Jennifer Lopez turned heads at the 73rd Annual Golden Globe Awards in a yellow Giambattista Valli Fall 2015 Couture gown featuring a cape, a draped waist, a thigh-high slit with a train
When everyone expected Jennifer Lopez to appear at the Golden Globes in something sheer and skin-baring, she wore this yellow cape-sleeved gown from Giambattista Valli.
Jennifer Lopez styled her yellow dress with a diamond necklace and a bold red lip at the 73rd Annual Golden Globe Awards on January 10, 2016 (Credit: WENN)
4. Heidi Klum in a Vision of Pale Yellow by Atelier Versace
We’re not sure this pale yellow Atelier Versace gown is the perfect yellow one for the German model. Still, we appreciate the display of legs and Heidi Klum’s Giuseppe Zanotti ankle-strap heels.
Heidi Klum shone at the amfAR 23rd Cinema Against AIDS Gala in Cannes, wearing a canary yellow Atelier Versace dress with a deep V-neckline, ruched skirt with a high split, and a cage-detail back, accessorized with contrasting Lorraine Schwartz jewelry, Giuseppe Zanotti sandals, and a high bun on May 19, 2016 (Credit: WENN)
5. America Ferrera Shines in Jenny Packham
The Curb Your Enthusiasm actress looked radiant in this Jenny Packham dress.
America Ferrera embraced a bold hue at the 73rd Annual Golden Globe Awards, donning a yellow Jenny Packham Resort 2016 pleated silk-chiffon halter dress with an embellished high neckline and keyhole detail, complemented by a red lip, Simon G jewelry, and an oval clutch on January 10, 2016 (Credit: WENN)
6. Jessica Chastain’s Show-Stopping Appearance in Armani Privè
Jessica Chastain flaunted her fantastic figure at Cannes in this Armani Privè wrap gown.
Jessica Chastain captivated at the 69th Cannes Film Festival in a radiant yellow strapless Armani Privè silk-chiffon gown with pleating and a draped train, elevated by a Piaget statement necklace, Charlotte Olympia heels, a side-parted wavy bob, and pink lips (Credit: WENN)
7. Anna Kendrick: Perfectly Petite in Stella McCartney
This custom Stella McCartney dress suited Anna Kendrick to perfection. We love the fit and think it’s just the perfect yellow hue for the petite actress.
At the 69th Cannes Film Festival, Anna Kendrick glowed in a marigold Stella McCartney V-neck gown with a short train, complemented by side-swept waves, a red lip, Bulgari jewelry, and Brian Atwood heels on May 11, 2016 (Credit: WENN)
8. Karolina Kurkova’s Floral Fantasy in Erdem
Who wouldn’t be smitten with this Erdem creation? This floral dress makes a lot of statement on the red carpet.
Karolina Kurkova attended the 2016 Fragrance Foundation Awards in a yellow, green, and pink floral Erdem Spring 2016 dress featuring long sleeves and ruffled panels, with a slight high-low hem, paired questionably with heavy black sandals on June 8, 2016 (Credit: WENN)
9. Kate Mara: Bright and Bold in Yellow for Target
Kate Mara with her hair pulled back at the Kate Young for Target collection launch (Credit: C. Smith / Ivan Nikolov / WENN)
Kate Mara wore a yellow long-sleeved minidress to launch the Kate Young for Target collection at Old School in New York.
Kate Mara in a yellow beaded dress at the Kate Young for Target launch (Credit: C. Smith / Ivan Nikolov / WENN)
Kate Young is a New York-based stylist whose celebrity clients include Margot Robbie, Dakota Johnson, Selena Gomez, Michelle Williams, Rachel Weisz, Sienna Miller, Nina Dobrev, and Sophie Turner.
Kate Mara attends the Kate Young For Target Launch at The Old School NYC on April 9, 2013, in New York City (Credit: C. Smith / Ivan Nikolov / WENN)
10. Olivia Palermo’s Chic Spring Evening Look
Another celebrity, Olivia Palermo, stepped out in a yellow dress last week. The fashionable socialite attended a benefit dinner in a Katie Ermilio dress.
Olivia Palermo’s vibrant yellow Katie Ermilio Spring 2013 dress (Credit: C. Smith / Ivan Nikolov / WENN)
She completed her look with Jimmy Choo’s colorful ‘Dream’ sandals, a Jimmy Choo ‘Charlize’ clutch, and a Zara belt.
Olivia Palermo attends the New Yorkers for Children 10th Anniversary Spring Dinner Dance New Year’s in April: A Fool’s Fete to benefit youth in foster care presented by Valentino at Mandarin Oriental Hotel on April 9, 2013, in New York City (Credit: C. Smith / Ivan Nikolov / WENN)
11. Fergie Wearing a Buttoned-Up Yellow Emanuel Ungaro Dress
Fergie was a vision in yellow at the 15th Anniversary of the TrevorLive Project.
Fergie attended The Trevor Project’s ‘TrevorLIVE LA’ event in a sunflower yellow Emanuel Ungaro dress that featured padded shoulders and square gold button detailing (Credit: Apega / WENN / FayesVision / Brian To)
The dress that accentuated the Black Eyed Peas member’s figure was from Emanuel Ungaro. It has studs adorning the center and the sleeve cuffs. We also appreciate its structured shoulders, which gave the dress’s simple silhouette a more modern vibe.
Fergie’s accessories for the evening included Christian Louboutin ‘So Kate’ python pointy pumps, a cream Perrin Paris clutch, and Loree Rodkin jewels at the TrevorLive Project’s 15th Anniversary at Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, California, on December 8, 2013 (Credit: Apega / WENN / FayesVision / Brian To)
12. Alicia Keys Brightens Up ARIA Awards with a Bright Yellow Dress
Alicia Keys chose a Stella McCartney racerback gown in a vivid yellow hue, which stood out for its brightness and simplicity at the 27th Annual ARIA Awards at The Star Sydney Casino & Hotel in Sydney, Australia, on December 1, 2013 (Credit: WENN)
Alicia Keys surprised us with a bright, sunshiny look at the 2013 ARIA Awards. Her floor-length yellow dress by Stella McCartney showed off the singer’s super-toned arms and curvy figure.
She styled the dress with a gold chain necklace and a fierce faux hawk.
Alicia Keys completed her look with a statement necklace, flawless makeup, and a stylish quiffed hairstyle (Credit: WENN)
13. Olivia Munn Embraces Spring With Michael Kors’ Yellow Lace Dress
On the red carpet of the Time 100 Gala, Olivia Munn was stunning in a pretty lace strapless yellow gown from the Michael Kors Spring 2013 Collection.
Michael Kors and Olivia Munn on the red carpet of TIME 100 Gala: TIME’s 100 Most Influential People in the World held at Jazz at Lincoln Center, New York City, April 23, 2013 (Credit: Andres Otero / WENN / Pop)
Isn’t this floral lace shift dress perfect to wear to a garden party or even to a wedding? We think it is!
Olivia Munn in a pretty lace strapless yellow Michael Kors dress (Credit: Andres Otero / WENN / Pop)
14. Victoria Justice Dazzles in Yellow Versace at ‘Fun Size’ Premiere
Nickelodeon star Victoria Justice attended the premiere of her movie, Fun Size, in Los Angeles.
Victoria Justice exudes elegance in a vibrant yellow Versace dress, paired with exquisite gold-detailed black pumps, at the ‘Fun Size’ premiere in Los Angeles (Credit: Apega / Brian To / WENN)
While many celebrities, including the always fashionable Rachel Bilson, attended the event in style, Victoria stood out in her bright yellow Versace dress finished with gold detailed black pumps from the same fashion house.
A closer look at Victoria Justice’s stunning Versace ensemble, showcasing the simplicity and elegance of her premiere night attire (Credit: Apega / Brian To / WENN)
The look she sported was clean and straightforward but very stunning.
Victoria Justice in a yellow Versace dress at the premiere of ‘Fun Size’ at Paramount Studios in Los Angeles on October 25, 2012 (Credit: Apega / Brian To / WENN)
15. Ray of Sunshine: Jessica Alba in Atelier Versace at Guys Choice Awards
Jessica Alba was like a ray of sunshine on the leopard carpet at the Guys Choice Awards, hosted by Spike TV and held at the Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City.
Jessica Alba’s look was completed with lacquered, loose wavy hair, luscious lashes, and an orange-hued lipstick, adding a perfect finish to her sensational outfit (Credit: Apega / WENN)
The film actress wore a bright yellow strapless dress by Atelier Versace contrasted with red pumps from Celine’s pre-fall 2012 collection. The yellow complemented her gorgeous coppery skin!
Jessica Alba captivates with her old Hollywood glamour, featuring side-swept curls and cherry lips, complementing her vibrant yellow Atelier Versace dress at the Guys Choice Awards (Credit: Apega / WENN)
It was a fitting choice for the event — sexy, classy, and stylish. We also love how her hair and makeup were styled a la old Hollywood, complete with sexy side-swept curls and cherry lips!
Jessica Alba made a stunning appearance at Spike TV’s Guys Choice Awards 2013, wearing a strapless bright yellow crocodile-embossed mini bustier dress that featured an exposed gold zipper at the back (Credit: Apega / WENN)
During the award presentation, Jessica Alba seamlessly transitioned into a chic black-and-white Narciso Rodriguez dress paired with Giuseppe Zanotti heels.
Jessica Alba in strapless bright yellow Atelier Versace crocodile embossed mini bustier dress at the 2013 Spike TV Guys Choice Awards held at Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City, California on June 9, 2013 (Credit: Apega / WENN)
16. Kate Bosworth in Preen by Thornton Bregazzi
Kate Bosworth donned a Preen by Thornton Bregazzi Spring 2018 yellow pleated, silk-chiffon dress at the premiere Of National Geographic Documentary Films’ “Jane” on October 9, 2017 (Credit: FayesVision / Brian To / Dave Starbuck / Future Image / WENN)
Kate Bosworth attended the premiere of National Geographic’s “Jane” in a gorgeous Preen by Thornton Bregazzi midi tulle dress. The dress, in a muted yellow and semi-sheer fabric, looked perfect on Kate’s figure.
Kate Bosworth’s dress featured contrasting metallic straps and an asymmetrical hem
Aside from the fun asymmetrical skirt, the sophisticated number also had thin, crystal-embellished straps that dangled down the back of the dress, giving the appearance of built-in jewelry.
Kate Bosworth’s outfit was complemented with Irene Neuwirth & Anita Ko jewelry, a side-swept ponytail, and minimal makeup (Credit: FayesVision / Brian To / Dave Starbuck / Future Image / WENN)
The actress matched the look with thin dangling earrings and a pair of crystal-embellished ‘Harmony Crystal’ heels from Giuseppe Zanotti.
Kate Bosworth shows off her feet in nude Giuseppe Zanotti suede Harmony Crystal sandals (Credit: FayesVision / Brian To / Dave Starbuck / Future Image / WENN)
17. Tessa Thompson in Schiaparelli Couture
Tessa Thompson looked divine in a Schiaparelli Couture gown at the world premiere of “Thor: Ragnarok.”
Tessa Thompson wore a Schiaparelli Fall 2017 Couture gown at the world premiere of “Thor: Ragnarok” at El Capitan Theatre in Los Angeles on October 10, 2017 (Credit: FayesVision / Brian To / Dave Starbuck / Future Image / WENN)
The dress exuded elegance with its sweetheart neckline, pleated flowy fabric, and belt detail.
Tessa Thompson’s yellow dress dress featured a dramatic, billowing skirt, adding a touch of glamour (Credit: FayesVision / Brian To / Dave Starbuck / Future Image / WENN)
She pinned a brooch on her waist before finishing the red carpet ensemble with soft, glamorous, wavy hair and minimal jewelry.
Tessa Thompson completed her look with retro waves and Graziela Gems jewelry (Credit: FayesVision / Brian To / Dave Starbuck / Future Image / WENN)
The Street Style Icons: Monochrome Magic in Yellow
Meet the season’s trendsetters: these five women are redefining street style with their monochrome mastery, showcasing how to pair bold yellow dresses with matching heels for a seamless and chic ensemble:
Five friends make a striking statement against a pink backdrop, coordinated in various styles of yellow dresses and heels
Urban Chic: Yellow Dresses Against the Cityscape
Three fashion-forward women lean confidently against a vibrant blue wall, each donning a different silhouette in the same striking shade of yellow. They’ve paired their dresses with heels in the same sunny hue, proving that a monochromatic look can be both playful and sophisticated.
Against a striking blue backdrop, three women showcase the versatility of yellow, pairing their unique dress styles with matching heels for a cohesive and eye-catching ensemble
What’s your take on the vibrant yellow trend? Would you embrace this sunny hue for your next big event?