The most memorable red carpet looks of 2017

Alongside auditions, photo calls and a seemingly endless stream of interview slots, the A-list still have a list of awards ceremonies pencilled into their jam-packed diaries.

Not only are they an opportunity for Hollywood’s starlets to promote their latest projects but it’s also a chance for the biggest names in the industry to showcase their sartorial talents.

And 2017 has played host to several red carpet events from the 74th Venice Film Festival to one of the most talked about Oscars ceremonies in history.

But with pressure to score full marks in the sartorial stakes sky high, how do the A-list decide which outfit will photograph best?

Surprisingly, many are turning their backs on the staple red carpet dress.

From Solange’s avant-garde puffer jacket at the Met Gala to the most talked about jumpsuit of the year courtesy of model of the moment Emily Ratajkowski, these are the best red carpet looks of 2017.

And there’s not a stereotypical awards dress in sight…

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