Natalie Portman is one of the most celebrated Hollywood stars of our time. The winner of two Golden Globes and one Oscar, the actress had an explosive start in show business when she played Mathilda in the cult classic film Léon: The Professional. Since that early ’90s action thriller, she has only built upon her impressive filmography, with major movies like Star Wars: Episode I, Black Swan, Closer, and Jackie, to name a few.
Beyond her on-screen talent, Portman is also known for her impeccable style. Whether she’s wearing a custom-made couture gown for the a red carpet or a casual suit while taking in a tennis match, the star is always dressed to impress (she did play Jackie O., after all). Ahead, we take a look at some key moments in Natalie Portman’s style evolution through the years.
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1
1994
A 13-year-old Natalie Portman showed up to the Leon: The Professional premiere in a furry black and white coat layered over a knee-length black dress and matching tights.
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1994
That same year, she also attended the premiere of I Like It Like That in an oversized brown wool coat and a demure black headband.
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1995
The Hollywood actress has had a great fashion sense from a young age. Take her outfit here, for instance—she paired an oversized blazer with a crisp white button-up and beige slacks for the premiere of Mighty Aphrodite.
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1996
She wore another outfit featuring neutral shades to a screening of Dead Man. At this event, she sported a black knee-length skirt with a pale orange patterned cami, an open button-down blouse, and ankle-strap heels.
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1996
She shook things up when she walked the Mars Attacks! red carpet in a lime green set with a matching beaded handbag. Her simple hair and makeup complemented the look perfectly.
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1997
Portman’s look for the premiere of Everyone Says I Love You in 1997 was the epitome of Y2K dressing. The mesh graphic tee, the beaded purse, the slicked-back hair—what more could you want?
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1999
The actress looked ethereal at the Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace premiere in a silky shift dress with bedazzled seams. Her pared-down makeup and hairstyle allowed the dress to shine.
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2002
Portman posed with fellow actor Jake Gyllenhaal at a charity carnival in the early 2000s. She wore a khaki trench coat and a white top for the occasion, while Jake sported a striped shirt and jeans.
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2002
Portman looked striking in a sailor-esque black and white dress accessorized with slingback heels and minimal jewelry.
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2002
Sometimes all you need is a red dress. The actress walked the American for the Arts Awards red carpet in a sleeveless, slinky red gown with a floor-grazing hem. For makeup, she donned a simple lip and cat eye.
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2003
Portman decided on a satin navy-black dress with a plunging V-neckline, a pleated hem, and a ruched bodice and waist for a benefit event in the early aughts.
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2003
Portman proved it’s all in the details when she stepped out in an intricately designed knee-length frock featuring a sequined overlay. Her strappy velvet heels were the perfect extra touch.
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2005
The actress went for something more colorful when she attended a Los Angeles event in a pink, green, and blue-checkered halter neck dress with a cinched waist and exaggerated collar.
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2006
This demure black lace dress was the perfect pick for an appearance at the 2006 Golden Globe Awards. The crystal bow sash and simple heels elevated the outfit effortlessly.
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2007
Portman was spotted in 2007 leaving a New York City premiere in a loose-fitting lilac dress with a ruffled drop hem and pointed collar. It’s also worth noting her satin heels—they’re oh-so-fabulous.
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2008
The star looked regal at the premiere of The Other Boleyn Girl in a wine-colored gown with a bustle hem and matching chiffon stole. She wore her hair in a loose updo for the occasion.
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2008
She looked like a work of art at an AmfAR event in a sculptural Givenchy creation showcasing layers of ruffles and a unique neckline.
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2009
Portman wore a strapless chiffon column dress to the 2009 Academy Awards. Look closely and you can see colorful, sequined details along the bodice.
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2010
She stunned in a fun purple number at the 2010 Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences’ Governors Awards. The tulip hem and the large shoulder accent took this look to the next level.
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2010
Portman decided on a sultry, off-the-shoulder black gown with a dipped neckline and floor-grazing hem for the New York premiere of Black Swan. Her red lipstick and statement diamond earrings made the ensemble incredibly luxe.
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2011
Portman always manages to dazzle on awards show red carpets. She’s seen here wearing a fabulous pale pink Viktor & Rolf gown with a glittery red floral accent on the bodice at the Golden Globes.
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2012
How cute is this polka-dotted black and red gown Portman wore to present at the Oscars? The dress has a bit of a retro edge to it and is reminiscent of 1950s designs.
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2012
Everyone loves Lanvin. The actress wore the French brand’s custom fuchsia design to attend the 2012 Golden Globe Awards. She paired the dress with Jimmy Choo sandals, a pale pink lip, and a simple updo hairstyle.
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2013
So many gowns, so little time. Portman arrived at the 2013 Vanity Fair Oscars after-party in a breathtaking Christian Dior gown with an empire waist and black ribbon detail on one of the shoulders. Her emerald earrings added a pop of color to the subdued look.
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2013
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Portman posed with her Thor: The Dark World cast mates in a long-sleeved gown. The dress, designed by Christian Dior, featured an impressive silver, orange, and pink printed skirt.
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2014
For the 2014 Shanghai International Film Festival, she wore a satin gown with a patterned bodice and floor-trailing train.
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2015
All cameras were on her when she walked the Knight of Cups red carpet in another custom Lanvin creation. This one featured a velvet bodice, a ruffled skirt, and a sash across the waist.
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2015
She kept it simple at the 2015 Vanity Fair Oscars after-party in a classic ivory gown with long sleeves and a high neckline. Portman accessorized the dress with emerald green earrings and a metallic clutch.
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2015
She flashed a smile at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival in a strapless A-line dress with a pretty black-and-white-printed skirt. The timeless look was reminiscent of Audrey Hepburn’s earlier on-screen styles.
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2015
Portman glowed at the Toronto International Film Festival in a one-shoulder lace dress with a diamond broach and a gathered skirt. She rocked her usual slicked-back hairstyle and berry-colored lipstick for the event.
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2017
Portman looked like Hollywood royalty when she arrived at the Golden Globe Awards in a greenish-yellow Prada gown perfectly paired with a boxy silver clutch and chandelier earrings.
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2017
Later that year, she posed in a Dior Haute Couture gown with over-the-top lantern sleeves and a show-stopping skirt. She styled the look with Tiffany & Co. jewels—how fab!
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2018
How incredible is this polka-dotted gown that Portman wore to a New York City event? The sweetheart neckline, the floral detail, the tiered hem—this dress is truly something else.
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2018
Portman looked glamorous in gold the following year at the Venice Film Festival. The out-of-this-world Gucci gown featured an all-over sequin design, a plunging neckline, and a bedazzled velvet sash around the waist.
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2019
Portman donned a lacy black one-shouldered look for the TIFF premiere of Lucy in the Sky.
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2021
At the 2021 Toronto International Film Festival, Portman posed in a one-shoulder lace black gown with a fabulous frayed hem.
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2022
Just a year later, she smiled at a Miss Dior event wearing a black lace see-through creation with a diamond headpiece.
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2022
Portman landed on a head-turning red two-piece set for the premiere of Pachinko. The boxy blazer is still on-trend today.
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2023
She wowed onlookers at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival when she arrived in a custom Dior Haute Couture gown with a strapless bodice and an incredibly layered petal skirt. Earlier Dior designs inspired the gown.
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2023
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The actress also looks oh-so-chic in casual wear. She’s pictured here in a gray blazer, bright white blouse, and black cat eye sunglasses, all tied together with a red lip.
