Glamorous Transformations: Celebrities Who Dazzled in Suits Insted of Dresses

It is truly exhilarating to witness our beloved celebrities swapping their dresses and skirts for pantsuits.

Victoria Beckham, Kendall Jenner, Meryl Streep, Kourtney Kardashian, Evan Rachel Wood, and numerous other celebrities have showcased the influential impact of suits, unveiling an endless array of creative possibilities in wearing them.

Here is every star who has made a case for the classic pantsuit — and won it.

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Princess Kate has proven that she can carry out her royal duties just as effectively in pantsuits as she can in dresses and skirts. Hailey Bieber has shown us the power of pairing an oversized suit with sneakers, while Hailee Steinfeld has demonstrated that a cropped pantsuit can be just as stylish. These show-stopping looks have inspired us to take serious style notes, from daring plunging necklines to playful fringe detailing and unexpected prints. We can't help but crave more of these iconic ensembles.

Here is every star who has made a case for the classic pantsuit — and won it.

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Julianna Margulies

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Kate Middleton

The England vs. Argentina Rugby World Cup France 2023 match in France witnessed the Princess of Wales gracefully captivating all attention in a stunning monochromatic pantsuit crafted by Alexander McQueen.

The renowned "Momager" appeared ethereal in Chanel's spring 2023 collection, wearing an all-white ensemble at the fifth-anniversary soiree of This Is About Humanity in Los Angeles in August 2023.

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Quinta Brunson

The Abbott Elementary creator  wore this sleek gray suit designed by Port 1961 to The Hollywood Reporter's 2nd Annual "Raising Our Voices" luncheon in Los Angeles in May 2023.

The Dune actress turned heads in this sleek fitted black pantsuit designed by Sportmax, complete with a tie and dramatic side part at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in March 2022.

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Jessica Chastain

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Hailey Baldwin

The stunning blonde rocked a cozy Zadig and Voltaire plaid suit paired with a vibrant hot pink sweater as she made her way to the brand’s New York Fashion Week show on Monday, February 11. And the best part? She cleverly tucked her hair into her turtleneck, creating the illusion of a chic bob without reaching for any scissors.

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Kourtney Kardashian

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Dakota Fanning

When attending the Armani Box opening event in LA on February 6, the Alienist actress wore a slouchy grey ensemble with black details that looked seriously cool. 

At the What Men Want premiere on January 28, the former Destiny's Child member wore a bight gold lame suit — a bold choice that seriously worked. 

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Victoria Beckham

The designer wore a bright red outfit of her own design (including her favorite High-Waisted Trousers, $445)

The newlywed wore a monochrome green power suit with an oversized jacket and matching shoes to a business meeting on January 23. 

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Celine Dion

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Rosie Huntington-Whiteley

When attending Beautycon on January 17, the English model rocked a black pantsuit over a jeweled bra and mesh-sequined top for a look that was equal parts sexy and sharp. 

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Rita Ora

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Lucy Hale

The actress, known for her role in Pretty Little Liars, flaunted a chic ensemble during her outing in New York City on Wednesday, January 9. She effortlessly paired a striped Jonathan Simkhai suit with a stylish n:Philanthropy white bodysuit. Completing her look were trendy Chloe Gosselin boots, a classy Ferragamo bag, and dazzling accessories from Anne Sisteron and Missoma.

The Academy Award winner exuded ultimate boss-lady chic at the London Film Festival on Sunday, October 14. Rocking a Le Smoking-inspired Armani Privé suit, she added a pop of vibrant hot pink with her top and illusion tie. Completing the look with sleek black pumps and dazzling Berganza jewels, she commanded attention with every step.

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Heidi Klum

All that was needed to complete the look were a pair of blue suede shoes! Commencing the live shows of America’s Got Talent on Tuesday, August 14, the judge stunned in a white Zuhair Murad suit adorned with lively fringe, reminiscent of the iconic King of Rock ’n’ Roll.

Queen Bey was seen in New York City on August 6, 2018, donning a stylish suit with a plunging neckline. The suit, accentuated with a wrap-around belt, featured shorts instead of trousers. She completed the fashionable ensemble with a vibrant magenta-colored purse, multi-hoop earrings, and cat eye sunnies.

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Julia Roberts

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Karrueche Tran 

The star made a bold fashion statement at the NBA Awards Show on June 25, with a stylish suit featuring sporty umpire stripes. Adding a touch of allure, she opted for a sleek black bra instead of a shirt.

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Hailee Steinfeld

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Gigi and Bella Hadid

Just a few days after commemorating Gigi's milestone birthday in Brooklyn, the sisters, who are supermodels, graced the Being Serena premiere in NYC on Wednesday, April 25. They astutely opted for a wardrobe of complementary pantsuits. Gigi elegantly sported a double-breasted beige jacket paired with matching matchstick trousers, while Bella chose a more classic black ensemble, accentuated by a white t-shirt and Chanel sneakers.

The actress attended HBO’s Westworld Season 2 premiere in a three-piece beige suit featuring pinstripes along each piece on April 16.

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Katy Perry

The ‘Dark Horse’ singer wore a purple suit with a popped collar as she made her way to HBO’s Westworld Season 2 premiere on April 16. 

The model posted a daring selfie on Instagram in a plunging see-through nude suit on April 11. She captioned the photo “Sneak Peek.” 

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Kendall Jenner

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Charlize Theron

The actress opted for a white Dior Haute Couture suit with a sheer top underneath for the Gringo premiere on March 6, 2018.

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Meryl Streep

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Kris Jenner

The momager posed in a floral suit in a photograph her daughter, Kim Kardashian, posted on her Instagram on October 23, 2017. 

The Scandal actress wore a floral Cavalli suit to the 2017 GLSEN Respect Awards in Beverly Hills on October 20, 2017.

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Hailey Baldwin

The model wore a baby blue tux dress with a bejeweled pocket to the premiere of Drop The Mic and The Joker's Wild in L.A. on October 11, 2017. 

The model fashioned a velvet, leopard suit to the Erdos Fashion Show on August 29, 2017.

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Pink

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Cara Delevingne

The model turned actress wore a black plunging Burberry suit with a jeweled shoulder cape to the premiere of Valerian And The City Of A Thousand Planets on July 24, 2017.

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Kim Kardashian

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Janelle Monae

The Hidden Figures actress sported a sleek, white Topshop suit with black and yellow accents to the Essence 10th Annual Black Women in Hollywood Awards on February 23, 2017.

The Westworld star wore a custom Altuzarra silk suit with a white pussy-bow blouse to the Golden Globes on January 8, 2017. 

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Octavia Spencer

The Academy Award winning actress donned a navy blue Laura Boschi tuxedo to the Golden Globes on January 8, 2017. 

The Grammy winning singer wore a silver metallic pantsuit to the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Awards on November 7, 2016.

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Kristen Stewart

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Amber Heard

The actress was fashioned in a black floral Dolce & Gabbana suit to the premiere of The Danish Girl on November 21, 2015.

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Zendaya

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Ruby Rose

The Orange is the New Black actress wore a black Armani Privé frock coat and tapered trouser to the MTV EMA’s on October 25, 2015. 

The Boom Clap singer wore a shimmery pale pink Moschino suit, complete with a pink bow-tie and fur to the 57th Grammy Awards on February 8, 2015. 

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Julia Roberts

The Whiskey Tango Foxtrot actress was styled in a black Givenchy tuxedo jumpsuit to the Screen Actor Guild Awards on January 25, 2015.

The Game of Thrones actress wore a navy blue Diesel Black Gold suit to the National Television Awards on January 21, 2015.

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Jennifer Aniston

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Selena Gomez

The Fetish singer arrived at the Unlikely Heroes Awards Gala on November 8, 2014, wearing a cream colored Versace pantsuit. The pantsuit was adorned with gold tassel embellishments along the shoulders.

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Emma Watson

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Angelina Jolie

The mom-of-six shined in a fitted Saint Laurent tux at the EE British Academy Film Awards on February 16, 2014.

The Malibu singer wore a white pantsuit with two large gold safety pins to the American Music Awards on November 24, 2013.

In this article

Amber Heard

Angelina Jolie

Emma Watson

Evan Rachel Wood

Jessica Chastain

Julia Roberts

Julianna Margulies

Kim Kardashian

Kris Jenner

Miley Cyrus

Octavia Spencer

Olivia Palermo

Princess Kate

Quinta Brunson

Ruby Rose

Solange Knowles

Zendaya