25 Times Celebs Faced 'Awkward' Moments Because Of Their Outfits



Award events naturally entail a red carpet session, and indeed, it’s a moment many people, including celebrities, long for. In addition to hoping to get a trophy in hand, celebrities use red carpet moments to flaunt their best fashion attires. It’s normal to see celebrities looking their best, being interviewed by news outlets, and posing for photos. However, there are numerous cases where they’ve been caught in somewhat awkward moments. While some can laugh off the awkwardness, a few are visibly horrified, while others are left unimpressed when the unexpected ruin the moments. 

Yes, celebrities don’t live like regular people, yet they aren’t immune to experiencing common problems. For the many, red carpet moments turned nightmarish. Indeed, celebrities in this category had wished for a brain wipe for everyone who witnessed the mishap. But then, since the wish remains impossible, the moments were dealt with a creep while posing for photos with fellow celebrities. Photos are proof, and big thanks to the internet, a wide range of these mishaps have emerged. Out of the countless, we’ve compiled 25 red carpet fails for your perusal, and possibly you will cringe!

Sofia Vergara.

Sofia Vergara/CFDA Fashion Awards

Sofia Vergara graced the 2013 CFDA Fashion Awards in New York, donning an emerald green gown. But as it appears, the dress failed to stay in place and resulted in quite a pretty awkward night for the Modern Family star. Thankfully, she handled the situation maturely and wore a cheerful smile all through. The moment didn’t ruin her pose for a photo, as she was next to actress Kerry Washington.

Nicole Kidman.

Nicole Kidman/BFI London Film Festival

Nicole is ageless beauty and recognized as the queen of red carpets. But during the 2016 BFI London Film Festival, it doesn’t appear as though Kidman confidently flaunts her all-black velvet dress. She seemed to be uneasy and embarrassed because her gown slit nearly exposed her private area. 

Bella Hadid.

Bella Hadid/ Cannes Film Festival

Bella naturally catches the eye and attention! In 2016, the model donned a red thin-strapped, high-slit silk gown for the Cannes Film Festival, and indeed, heads turned. While she sure looked like a goddess, Bella didn’t, however, look confident and comfortable.

Beyoncé.

Beyoncé

Just when her dress danced to the tune of the wind, the singer and dancer handled it like a pro. Rather than panic, Beyoncé, during a performance, carried on as though nothing happened. Besides, her supportive undergarments were also a saving grace. 

Kaitlyn Bristowe.

Kaitlyn Bristowe/2018 Emmys

What will you do if your zipper broke in public? You can but imagine the situation, and YES, it was precisely the case of Kaitlyn when she was invited to the 2018 Emmys. She had opted for a black gown, but the zipper broke while seated. It was hard to stand up but eventually was saved by a couple who offered her a jacket for a cover

Hailee Steinfeld.

Hailee Steinfeld/2017 Oscars

Hailee did steal the show at the 2017 Oscars when she graced the red carpet. However, there was a slight wardrobe malfunction. There appears to be a small tear in the material around the stitching above Hailee’s waist

Kourtney Kardashian.

Kourtney Kardashian

Wardrobe oops is no stranger to Kourtney. She was on her way to meet up with her half-sister Kendall Jenner in Los Angeles when one of the straps on her black dress broke. One side of the black dress did entirely fell apart. 

Ariel Winter.

Ariel Winter/2017 Emmy Awards

Ariel is widely known for taking fashion risks! Her appearance on the red carpet of the 2017 Emmy Awards was no surprise, and of course, cameras couldn’t help but point with a focus on the Modern Family actress. Ariel donned a sparkling halter gown but two high slits. The malfunction did emerge, and she looked uncomfortable most of the night.

Ariel Winter/2017 Emmy Awards

Katherine Heigl.

Katherine Heigl/2010 ShoWest Awards

While accepting the Female Star of the Year award at the 2010 ShoWest Awards, a strap on Katherine’s dress broke and nearly fell to the ground. But thankfully, Billy Bush was there to hold the dress together while she carried on through the rest of her speech.

Kendall Jenner.

Kendall Jenner/2019 Oscars

If you had watched the 2019 Oscars, you certainly must have seen Kendall Jenner walking the red carpet. Fellow stars, including people watching from home, almost saw the entire area of the lower half of her body. Kendall rocked a revealing black dress, but as seen, her dad Caitlyn Jenner looked supportive of her fashion choice.

Lindsay Vonn.

Lindsay Vonn

Lindsay thought she would perfectly nail an event in 2016 with her blue dress, but little did she know that she would reveal more than intended. Anyways, she does look stunning!

Behati Prinsloo.

Behati Prinsloo/Vanity Fair Oscar Party

The Victoria’s Secret Model isn’t new to rocking uncomfortable outfits. At the 2015 Vanity Fair Oscar Party, Behanti’s nude-colored halter gown appeared like a safe choice but not until she noticed her top was falling and was about to make a humiliating moment. Fortunately, her husband, Singer Adam Levine was there to help keep an eye on the dress.

Jade Thirlwall.

Jade Thirlwall/2017 BRIT Awards

Jade of the British Musical Girl Group ‘Little Mix’ was delighted about the 2017 BRIT Awards. This didn’t, however, last long as she realized that her outfit choice of satin pink low cut and thigh-high slit gown wasn’t ideal. But then handled it a pro, wore a smile, and even posed with the group for a photo.

Bella Hadid.

Bella Hadid

Bella Hadid showed off a top Alexandre Vauthier design when she noticed the slit at the front of the gown was very high. This forced the model to walk the runway holding the dress together.

Chrissy Teigen.

Chrissy Teigen/2016 American Music Awards

Teigen’s outfit choice at the 2016 American Music Awards wasn’t ideal, if you will agree. If the slits of the gown weren’t that high, it would have been a good idea. With the look on her face, it sure appears that Teigen regretted the outfit option as soon as she made it onto the red carpet.

Elizabeth Olsen.

Elizabeth Olsen

Mother Nature can be harsh! Elizabeth posed for a photocall when suddenly, a wind sent her skirt flying. Thankfully, she was able to catch the skirt and took over the moment.

Kim Kardashian.

Kim Kardashian/The Cher Show

Kim was one of the lucky people that got invited to the Broadway Premiere of The Cher Show. Her outfit stood out but never believed it would nearly fall out. The mom-of-four adjusted her gown only to give the cameras a little more of a show than intended.

Jennifer Garner.

Jennifer Garner

Supportive undergarments saved the day for Garner on the red carpet. The above photo featured a smiling Garner in a black gown, but little did she know that her hand or perhaps her purse has mistakenly lifted her dress.

Vanessa Hudgens.

Vanessa Hudgens/Rolling Stones Concert

If you’ve watched High School Musical franchise, you certainly must have fallen in love with Vanessa. Her fashion sense is top-notched, but her fashionable pants to the Rolling Stones Concert seemed to have made a show. If only Austin Butler has watched his footstep, he might not have stood on her pants and reveal more than she wanted. 

Mariah Carey.

Mariah Carey

There’s a bucket list for Mariah’s wardrobe malfunction. However, she appeared to have endured ever since she started dating Bryan Tanaka. From slipped outfits during date nights to bathing suits, Mariah has since been handling the mishaps maturely. 

Meghan Markle.

Meghan Markle

Being part of a Royal family entails being the talk of the fashion universe. In the above photo, it’s not sure if the tag on Meghan’s dress was supposed to be there. People didn't, however, criticize her since it was an innocent mistake. 

Chloe Grace Moretz.

Chloe Grace Moretz/What What Happens Live

Chloe flaunted her velvet top when she appeared on the talk show “What What Happens Live.” She looked chic, but not until she headed out to sign autographs for her fans. It seems Chloe was essentially reached for, and indeed, her top paid the price. The stitch around the arm of the top was torn apart.

Ashley Tisdale.

Ashley Tisdale

Ashley has had her mind prepared on donning a pair of gel petals underneath her outfit in 2016. At her arrival at the premiere of the rom-com Mother’s Day, she flaunted a black top but didn’t know more than intended had been revealed. It was until she saw photos on social media that she realized what had transpired. 

Sofia Vergara.

Sofia Vergara/Emmys

Stars of the Modern Family undeniably did hard work, and their dedication eventually paid off. The team won the award for Best Comedy Series at the Emmys, but while they should be celebrating, Vergara was backstage repairing her gown, which burst the seams 20minutes before taking to the stage for the award.

Eva Longoria.

Eva Longoria/Late Show with David Letterman

Eva arrived on the talk show named: “Late Show with David Letterman, donning a tuxedo. She was talking about her new cookbook when the buttons on her jacket popped open. Both David and Eva tried to overlook the malfunction moment, but it was challenging to focus on guacamole.