Red Carpet Misses: 7 Risky Celebrity Looks That Divided Fans at the 2015 SAG Awards

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The 2015 Screen Actors Guild Awards delivered plenty of standout style moments—some widely praised, others sparking more divided opinions.

While fashion critics admired looks from stars like Jennifer Aniston and Emma Stone, not every red carpet outfit landed as intended.

Reflecting on the event years later, we revisit seven bold fashion choices that challenged convention or fell short for some viewers.

From statement silhouettes to unconventional accessories, these looks continue to spark conversation about how red carpet risks age over time.

Laverne Cox Shimmers in Overdone Silver Johanna Johnson Gown

Laverne Cox beams with her award, showcasing a shimmering embellished silver gown and sleek long blonde wavesLaverne Cox beams with her award, showcasing a shimmering embellished silver gown and sleek long blonde waves (Credit: WENN / Brian To / FayesVision)

The Orange Is the New Black star donned a silver Johanna Johnson gown featuring bejeweled shoulder detailing.

Laverne Cox accessorized the ensemble with a Judith Leiber clutchLaverne Cox accessorized the ensemble with a Judith Leiber clutch

She styled the gown with a shimmering Judith Leiber clutch, Forevermark jewelry, and Stuart Weitzman heels—an iconic luxury brand known for marrying glamour with comfort.

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Laverne Cox was dressed in a stunning Johanna Johnson liquid-silver gown adorned with bejeweled shoulder detailing, complemented by elegant open-toe heelsLaverne Cox was dressed in a stunning Johanna Johnson liquid-silver gown adorned with bejeweled shoulder detailing, complemented by elegant open-toe heels

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Laverne Cox displays her feet in glittering Stuart Weitzman sandals, expertly balancing her US women’s shoe size 13 in the delicate ankle-strap heelsLaverne Cox displays her feet in glittering Stuart Weitzman sandals, expertly balancing her US women’s shoe size 13 in the delicate ankle-strap heels

Claire Danes Stumbles in Green Marc Jacobs Cutout Gown

The American actress wore a green gown from the Marc Jacobs Spring 2015 collection featuring a keyhole cutout, a waist-cinching belt, and other intricate design elements.

She styled the dress with Christian Louboutin shoes and Norman Silverman Diamonds jewelry. While nominated for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series, the award went to Viola Davis for her work in How to Get Away with Murder.

Claire Danes radiated in a khaki green gown from the Marc Jacobs Spring 2015 collection, stepping out in iconic Christian Louboutin shoesClaire Danes radiated in a khaki green gown from the Marc Jacobs Spring 2015 collection, stepping out in iconic Christian Louboutin shoes on the red carpet at the 2015 Screen Actors Guild Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on January 25, 2015 (Credit: WENN / Brian To / FayesVision)

Rosamund Pike Plays It Safe in Black Christian Dior High-Low Dress

The English actress donned a black high-low hemline gown from the Christian Dior Spring 2014 Couture collection featuring architectural floral appliques.

She wore matching pumps from the same fashion house and completed the ensemble with Fred Leighton jewelry.

Rosamund Pike in a Christian Dior Spring 2014 Couture gown and matching black pumps on the red carpet at the 2015 Screen Actors Guild AwardsRosamund Pike in a Christian Dior Spring 2014 Couture gown and matching black pumps on the red carpet at the 2015 Screen Actors Guild Awards

Julianna Margulies Looks Uncomfortable in Cobalt Giambattista Valli Gown

The American actress and producer wore a cobalt-blue gown from the Giambattista Valli Spring 2014 Couture collection, featuring an unusual slit.

She styled the dress with a Salvatore Ferragamo clutch, black Jimmy Choo “Lucille” sandals, and Fred Leighton jewelry.

Julianna Margulies in a cobalt-blue Giambattista Valli Spring 2014 Couture gown, accessorized with black strappy sandalsJulianna Margulies in a cobalt-blue Giambattista Valli Spring 2014 Couture gown, accessorized with black strappy sandals

Keira Knightley Underwhelms in Purple Erdem Maternity Dress

The pregnant English actress and singer wore a purple Erdem gown featuring shoulder ties, eyelet lace, and sheer paneling at the bodice. She styled it with Repossi jewelry and Tabitha Simmons shoes.

Keira Knightley smiled in a lacy purple Erdem dress, complemented by Tabitha Simmons shoesKeira Knightley smiled in a lacy purple Erdem dress, complemented by Tabitha Simmons shoes

Anna Chlumsky Fails to Impress in Custom Escada Gown

The American film, stage, and television actress hit the red carpet in a custom Escada gown and accessorized with Solange Azagury-Partridge jewelry.

She completed the ensemble with Paul Andrew shoes and a Jimmy Choo clutch.

Anna Chlumsky graced the red carpet in a custom Escada gown and Solange Azagury-Partridge jewels, completing her elegant look with Paul Andrew shoesAnna Chlumsky graced the red carpet in a custom Escada gown and Solange Azagury-Partridge jewels, completing her elegant look with Paul Andrew shoes

Andrea Riseborough Misses the Mark in Sea Green Escada Gown

Andrea Riseborough in a sea green version of an Escada Pre-Fall 2015 design, with her footwear mostly hidden by the flowing gownAndrea Riseborough in a sea green version of an Escada Pre-Fall 2015 design, with her footwear mostly hidden by the flowing gown

The English stage and film actress wore a sea green gown from the Escada Pre-Fall 2015 collection featuring architectural bow detail at the halter neckline. She styled the dress with a Swarovski clutch.

Andrea Riseborough highlights her look with a sparkling Swarovski crystal clutch, adding a touch of glamour to her ensembleAndrea Riseborough highlights her look with a sparkling Swarovski crystal clutch, adding a touch of glamour to her ensemble

Each of these stars took bold fashion risks that sparked plenty of discussion. Red-carpet style is always open to interpretation — some looks dazzle, while others divide opinion. Which outfit stood out to you the most from the 2015 SAG Awards?

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