An Oscar nomination for 2010's True Grit may have ushered Hailee Steinfeld into the world of awards shows and movie premieres early on in her career, but it's her genre-defying talent that's kept her a Hollywood (and red carpet) mainstay ever since. The actress has managed to alternate between big-budget films like Bumblebee and Marvel's Hawkeye series to the period dramedy Dickinson and musical franchise Pitch Perfect 2.
That's all the better for fans of Steinfeld's throwback fashion style, who get to see her on even more red carpets in looks from favorite designers like Prabal Gurung, Giambattista Valli, and Miu Miu. The secret to Steinfeld's sartorial success? Whether she's at the Met Gala or the Grammys and no matter who dresses her, she sticks to what she likes: fitted silhouettes, sky-high heels, and zero fear of showing off her physique via micro mini-dresses.
It's no surprise that those are the calling cards of her red carpet style, given that Steinfeld's fashion influences are said to include '90s icons like Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell, with the actress telling Music Choice (via US Weekly), "It's so fun to be inspired by fashion from years and years ago and trends that are happening now."
Keep scrolling for Hailee Steinfeld's best red carpet looks to date.
Hailee Steinfeld in a Blumarine dress at the 'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse' U.K. screening in 2023
It was a parade of enviable looks for Steinfeld while promoting Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, and the plunging gray Blumarine dress she wore for the film's gala presentation in London was just one iteration of the actress's versatile style.
Hailee Steinfeld in a Prabal Gurung ensemble at CinemaCon in 2023
Steinfeld upped the formality for CinemaCon, wearing a pink peplum corset and midi skirt from longtime fashion collaborator Prabal Gurung, finishing off the look with a velvet flower choker.
Hailee Steinfeld in an Ermanno Scervino dress and coat at the 'Vanity Fair' Oscars party in 2023
At the Vanity Fair Oscars after-party, Steinfeld tempered a sheer Ermanno Scervino slipdress with a matching coat, black nails, and onyx jewelry.
Hailee Steinfeld in a Rokh gown at the 'Vanity Fair' Oscars party in 2022
Steinfeld was a picture of classic Hollywood elegance in a strapless velvet Rokh fit and flare gown with bow detailing. Multiple glittering rings from David Yurman High Jewelry added a modern touch to her sweet look.
Hailee Steinfeld in a Miu Miu dress at the SAG Awards in 2022
Sleek and simple was Steinfeld's vibe at the SAG Awards in a cutout black Miu Miu dress, slick updo, and Tiffany & Co. diamonds.
Hailee Steinfeld in an Iris van Herpen Couture dress at the Met Gala in 2021
An almost unrecognizable Steinfeld made waves at the Met Gala in 2021, wearing an Iris van Herpen Couture dress made from repurposed ocean plastics, a long blonde bob, and bleached eyebrows.
Hailee Steinfeld in a vintage Armani Privé gown at the Venice Film Festival in 2021
Proving that great fashion is timeless, Steinfeld chose a vintage 2006 Armani Privé gown for the Venice Film Festival premiere of Penelope Cruz's black comedy Competencia Oficial.
Hailee Steinfeld in a Fendi Couture dress at the BRIT Awards in 2020
Navy is a rare sight on the red carpet, but Steinfeld's Fendi Couture velvet embroidered gown for the BRIT Awards made a strong case for seeing more of the shade.
Hailee Steinfeld in a Prada dress at the 'Vanity Fair' Oscar party in 2020
Leave it to Prada to effortlessly elevate a satin slipdress by creating a custom look for Steinfeld that layered a bejeweled netted dress over a '90s-inspired cami-style dress. Tousled waves and Anita Ko jewelry finished off her look.
Hailee Steinfeld in a Viktor & Rolf Couture gown at the Met Gala in 2019
Adhering to the Met Gala's "Notes on Camp" theme was a breeze for Steinfeld, who wore a cheeky Viktor & Rolf Couture ball gown accessorized with an old-school camera and oversized bow headband.
Hailee Steinfeld in an Elie Saab Haute Couture mini-dress at the 'Vanity Fair' Oscars party in 2019
Steinfeld mixed up her Oscars after-party M.O. in 2019, opting for a short coral and feathered Elie Saab Couture belted mini-dress and see-through pointed heels.
Hailee Steinfeld in a Giambattista Valli mini-dress at a Grammys after-party in 2019
Partying after the Grammys calls for something fun, and Steinfeld's short, shimmery, and feather-festooned Giambattista Valli mini-dress delivered for the Republic Records post-Grammys event.
Hailee Steinfeld in a Saint Laurent mini-dress at the 'Bumblebee' Beijing premiere in 2018
At the Bumblebee premiere in Beijing, Steinfeld employed an asymmetrical Saint Laurent mini-dress, chic topknot, and plenty of leg.
Hailee Steinfeld in a Vatanika ensemble at the 'Bumblebee' U.K. premiere in 2018
For Bumblebee's U.K. press tour, Steinfeld embraced several neutral-toned looks, including this Vatanika ruffled pencil skirt and crop top.
Hailee Steinfeld in an Armani Privé Couture mini-dress at the MTV EMAs in 2018
Before clocking in for her hosting duties, Steinfeld walked the MTV EMAs pink carpet in a sparkling Armani Privé mini dress with an oversized bow skirt and Christian Louboutin Follies Strass crystal mesh heels.
Hailee Steinfeld in a Prabal Gurung gown at the Met Gala in 2018
Steinfeld channeled a fashion angel at the "Heavenly Bodies"-themed Met Gala in a white Prabal Gurung gown and Tasaki jewelry, which included a halo-like tiara.
Hailee Steinfeld in a Giambattista Valli Couture dress 'Vanity Fair' Oscars party in 2018
A stunning train added drama to Steinfeld's mini black and white prima ballerina dress from Giambattista Valli Couture at the Vanity Fair Oscars after-party.
Hailee Steinfeld in an Alexandre Gauthier dress at the Grammys in 2018
In a look that seemed tailor-made for the event, Steinfeld walked the Grammys red carpet in a white Alexandre Gauthier column dress with a front slit that perfectly revealed a pair of ultra-violet boots from the designer.
Hailee Steinfeld in an Atelier Versace Couture mini-dress at the MTV VMAs in 2017
Steinfeld attended the MTV VMAs in an intricately pleated gray Atelier Versace Couture mini-dress and matching gray Versace sandals.
Hailee Steinfeld in a Monse mini-dress at a Swarovski event in 2016
"There is an ease to the way she wears clothes," said Monse designers Fernando Garcia and Laura Kim. "The result is always comfortable, sophisticated, and sexy."
Hailee Steinfeld in a Stella McCartney jumpsuit at the MTV VMAs in 2015
She may have launched a million squad goals hanging with Gigi Hadid, Karlie Kloss, and Taylor Swift at the MTV VMAs, but we thought her minimalist Stella McCartney jumpsuit was pretty epic all on its own.
"I'm always looking to try something new," she said. "I loved it, so I went with it."
A Jennifer Fisher choker and Jill Milan clutch also shined bright.
Hailee Steinfeld in a Michael Kors gown at the Met Gala in 2015
"We gave Hailee a few options, and this was her favorite for the Met Gala," designer Michael Kors said. "She knows how to make a statement without baring it all."
Hailee Steinfeld in a Stella McCartney dress at a Golden Globes after-party in 2015
The Edge of Seventeen star stunned on the step-and-repeat of our Golden Globes bash in this paisley-printed Stella McCartney gown. Once inside, Madonna's "Like a Prayer" got Steinfeld out on the dance floor.
Hailee Steinfeld in a Prada ensemble for the Iconoclasts show in 2015
The actress opted for smart Prada separates at the label's Iconoclasts show.
"[Prada] introduced me to the real world of high fashion," said Steinfeld, who was named the face of sister brand Miu Miu at only 14
Hailee Steinfeld in a Prabal Gurung gown at the Met Gala in 2014
It took a little over a month for Prabal Gurung to create the graphic silk ball gown Steinfeld wore to the Met Gala, and the actress was involved from the first sketch to the final fitting.
"She is a longtime friend, so we work really well together," the designer said.