Golden Globe Awards 2013: Celebrity Dresses, Shoes, and Red Carpet Looks That Stunned

Let’s rewind to the 70th Annual Golden Globe Awards, held on January 13, 2013, at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles. Hollywood’s biggest stars dazzled on the red carpet in couture gowns, designer shoes, and sparkling accessories that still inspire fashion lovers today.

From bold mermaid silhouettes to red-hot dresses and standout heels, the 2013 Golden Globes delivered unforgettable style moments worth revisiting.

While many celebrities impressed with their glamorous ensembles, a few standout looks from the 2013 Golden Globe Awards continue to captivate more than a decade later. Bold red hues dominated the red carpet that year, balanced by elegant nude tones and timeless black. Mermaid-cut gowns emerged as a defining trend, offering dramatic silhouettes that still influence eveningwear today.

And of course, the footwear was just as unforgettable. Celebrities completed their looks with strappy sandals, towering stilettos, and sparkling pumps from top designers—each choice a statement in itself. Below, we revisit the most iconic fashion moments from that night, spotlighting the dresses and shoes that defined the red carpet.

Taylor Swift Turns Heads in Plum Donna Karan Atelier Gown

Taylor Swift in a stunning plum Donna Karan Atelier gown at the 70th Annual Golden Globe Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles on January 13, 2013 (Credit: Apega / WENN / LJT Images / FayesVision)

We must admit, we didn’t expect the plum confection from the country cutie, but she sure looked terrific in her Donna Karan Atelier gown.

The dark shade made her skin glow, and we love how she paired it with beautiful drop earrings in the same tone – very sophisticated, very classy, and very grown-up!

Taylor Swift elegantly pairs her dark plum gown with matching drop earrings, exuding sophistication

Alexander McQueen Moments: Kate Hudson’s Glamorous Black Gown and Nicole Kidman’s Edgy Mesh Panels

Many fashion critics overlooked Kate’s gorgeous Alexander McQueen dress at the event, but we don’t want that for the blond charmer.

She deserves five stars for pulling off a McQueen oh-so-fabulously. That dress is so DIVINE. It’s glam, sophisticated, and very classy. And we love how she kept her hair down instead of putting it up:

Kate Hudson at the 70th Annual Golden Globe Awards held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles on January 13, 2013

Kate Hudson in a divine Alexander McQueen dress, radiating glam and sophistication at the Golden Globes

Meanwhile, Kidman chose a more avant-garde McQueen creation, distinguished by intricate paneling and sheer mesh insets that highlighted the designer’s signature blend of structure and sensuality. Their bold sartorial choices reflect how Alexander McQueen’s red-carpet designs continue to push the boundaries of modern eveningwear.

Nicole Kidman showcases a unique Alexander McQueen gown with intricate paneling and mesh insets

Nicole Kidman in a striking embellished Alexander McQueen gown, captivating on the Golden Globes red carpet

Full-length view of Nicole Kidman’s exquisite Alexander McQueen dress, radiating elegance at the Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on January 13, 2013, in Beverly Hills, California

Zooey Deschanel Radiates Old Hollywood in Red Oscar de la Renta and Pearls

As mentioned, red ruled the Golden Globes red carpet last Sunday, and leading the pack was ‘New Girl’ star Zooey Deschanel.

The doe-eyed actress was simply stunning in her scarlet-hued Oscar de la Renta dress. Red lips, pristine white pearls, and alabaster skin made her the star of the night.

Zooey Deschanel at the 70th Annual Golden Globe Awards held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles on January 13, 2013

Zooey Deschanel in a vibrant red Oscar de la Renta dress, complemented by red lips and white pearls

Zooey Deschanel exudes classic Hollywood glamour in a striking red gown paired with elegant pearls, attending the Golden Globe Awards

Julianne Hough Shines in Metal-Embellished Monique Lhuillier Creation

Julianne received a lot of criticism for wearing this metal-embellished Monique Lhuillier gown to the Globes, but we seriously think she looked stunning. The updo, the smoky eye make-up, and the nude lips were the perfect finish to such a fantastic dress:

Julianne Hough at the 70th Annual Golden Globe Awards held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles on January 13, 2013

Julianne Hough in a metal-embellished Monique Lhuillier gown, complete with an updo and smoky eye makeup

Jessica Alba Dazzles in Coral Oscar de la Renta Mermaid Gown and $5M Harry Winston Necklace

Yes, besides red being the color of the night, mermaid-cut gowns were quite aplenty, too. Jessica Alba, for instance, looked utterly delectable in her coral-hued mermaid gown by Oscar de la Renta.

It was the perfect shade for her tanned skin. She finished it with a Harry Winston diamond necklace that reportedly had a 5 million dollar price tag on it:

Jessica Alba at the 70th Annual Golden Globe Awards held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles on January 13, 2013

Jessica Alba dazzles in a coral-hued mermaid gown by Oscar de la Renta, adorned with a Harry Winston diamond necklace

Jessica Alba dazzles at the Golden Globe Awards in a coral mermaid gown, accessorized with a striking diamond necklace and a vibrant feathered clutch

Jennifer Lawrence Stuns in Strapless Red Christian Dior Gown

Another one who nailed it on the red carpet (and also took home a Globe) was Jennifer Lawrence. ‘The Hunger Games’ star was breathtaking in her red strapless Christian Dior gown, which, by the way, highlighted the bombshell’s uber-sexy hourglass body:

Jennifer Lawrence at the 70th Annual Golden Globe Awards held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles on January 13, 2013

Jennifer Lawrence captures attention in a red strapless Christian Dior gown, highlighting her figure

Amy Adams Exudes Elegance in Nude Marchesa Gown

Actress Amy Adams was another lady who looked jaw-droppingly beautiful at the event. Several celebrities, including Hayden Panettiere, Megan Fox, and Amanda Seyfried, attended the event in neutral-hued dresses. Still, Amy got it right from head to toe in her delectable Marchesa gown.

Amy Adams at the 70th Annual Golden Globe Awards held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles on January 13, 2013

Amy Adams looks stunning in a Marchesa gown, perfectly capturing the essence of elegance

So, what do you think of our list? Is it just as you expected? Think we got our selection right? Which of these looks would you love to wear yourself? Also, don’t miss the five hottest shoes from the Golden Globes!

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