Drew Barrymore's 24 most iconic style moments, from red carpet glamour to sharp tailoring

Drew Barrymore's best looks span decades. Since the actress landed in the spotlight at seven in 1982 after her breakout role in E.T., she has continually owned red carpets and showbiz events with her distinctive style.

After making her debut in Steven Spielberg's iconic movie, the award-winning A-lister has been cast in numerous other big roles. Some of her biggest films include Never Been Kissed, 50 First Dates, Charlie's Angels and The Wedding Singer, and she has also delved into the world of TV - appearing in the series Santa Clarita Diet and launching her own daytime talk show, The Drew Barrymore Show, in 2020.

Just like her career, Barrymore - who has two daughters with ex-husband Will Kopelman - has had an evolving dress sense. From the more edgy looks of her youth, - complete with denim and leather - through to the sexier ensembles she favoured in her 20s and 30s. By her 40s, she embraced the sweeping gowns and chic tailoring that she has continued to favour in recent years.

In particular, Barrymore has made eveningwear her forte - and if it's an area of your wardrobe that you really struggle with, then the star is proof that you can rip up the rulebook when it comes to colour, pattern, silhouette and even sleeve length. The key, as she demonstrates, is to feel yourself, and - as you'll see - you can never go wrong by adding a red lip.

From rocking some of the best dresses to owning some of the best red carpet moments of all time, these are the outfits we'll never forget.