There are dresses, and there are iconic dresses, dresses that take root in memory, that are mentioned even after having spent their moment of glory on the red carpet or the big screen. Sometimes because they are beautiful, sometimes because they are weird. However, they have deserved their place in the fashion history books and in this article.

Meghan Markle with Givenchy, 2018

Jodie Comer with Molly Goddard, 2018

Beyonce with Givenchy, 2016

Rihanna with Guo Pei, 2015

Angelina Jolie with Atelier Versace, 2012

Kate Middleton with Alexander McQueen, 2011

Kate Middleton with Issa, 2010

Lady Gaga with Franc Fernandez, 2010

Keira Knightley with Jacquelin Durran, 2007

Kate Hudson with Dina Bar-El, 2003

Halle Berry with Elie Saab, 2002

Julia Roberts with Valentino, 2001

Bjork with Marjan Pejoski, 2001

Jennifer Lopez with Versace, 2000

Gwyneth Paltrow with Ralph Lauren, 1999

Geri Halliwell with modified Gucci, 1997

Elizabeth Hurley with Versace, 1994

Kate Moss, 1993

Sharon Stone with Ellen Mirojnick, 1992

Julia Roberts with Marilyn Vance, 1990

Jessica Rabit, 1988

Cher with Bob Mackie, 1986

Jackie Onassis with Christian Dior, 1982

Audrey Hepburn with Givenchy, 1961

Grace Kelly with Helen Rose, 1956

Grace Kelly with Edith Head, 1955

Marilyn Monroe with William Travila, 1953