Runway models have perfect proportions – they are tall and have endlessly long legs. It’s often believed that clothes look more striking on these body shapes. But is this always true?
Let’s take a look at 20+ runway outfits worn by models and also by actresses and singers. You can decide who those outfits look better on: models with ideal body shapes or celebrities with more familiar figures?
1. Christian Dior / Jennifer Lawrence
Jennifer Lawrence knows how to make fashion work. A different bra and added belt made this dress look even more glamorous.
2. Christian Dior / Jennifer Lawrence
The famous dress Jennifer wore when she won the Oscar, even after falling on the stairs, looks somewhat lackluster on the model. It’s good that Jennifer skipped that specific headpiece.
Penélope Cruz, who rarely has fashion fails, made this bold dress look just as good as it does on the model.
4. Thierry Mugler / Kim Kardashian
Kim Kardashian’s curvy figure enhances this flirty neckline better than on the skinny model.
5. Jean Paul Gaultier / Kim Kardashian
This golden gown looks more striking on Kim Kardashian. Does this mean curves suit this gown better?
6. Marques Almeida / Rihanna
Rihanna is known for bold fashion choices. Even the most unconventional outfits, like this fur coat, look stylish on her. Would you wear this?
7. Christian Dior / Rihanna
This extravagant coat looked even better on Rihanna than on the model.
8. Giambattista Valli / Rihanna
This famous dress worn by Rihanna is almost unrecognizable on the model. Who wore it better?
Jennifer Lopez proves that you don’t need to be model-thin to slay on the red carpet. This dress looks just as stunning on her as it does on the model.
10. Gucci / Salma Hayek
Salma Hayek embraces her curves proudly, not shying away from wearing styles presented on much skinnier models.
11. Zuhair Murad / Chrissy Teigen
Chrissy Teigen has championed body positivity in Hollywood. Just look at how radiant she looks in this snow-white dress.
12. Julien Macdonald / Krysten Ritter
Krysten Ritter, with measurements close to those of a model, still brings a different appeal to this dress combined with scarlet lipstick and classic shoes.
13. Zuhair Murad / Nicole Kidman
Tall with model-like measurements, Nicole Kidman’s waist looks even thinner than the model’s. Who do you think wears this dress better?
14. Marc Jacobs / Rita Ora
Rita Ora loves daring and unpredictable outfits. Even these feathers add a special chic to her look.
15. Zuhair Murad / Catherine Zeta-Jones
Catherine Zeta-Jones has always embraced her feminine figure. Even at 50, she confidently wears open dresses, sometimes looking even better than the models.
16. Oscar de la Renta / Margot Robbie
Margot Robbie turned this modest dress into a total hit.
17. Chanel / Margot Robbie
Margot Robbie also has great taste in selecting bold and striking outfits.
18. Alexandre Vauthier / Lucy Liu
Lucy Liu made this interesting dress with a unique skirt length look even more charming.
19. Balmain / Katy Perry
This eccentric dress, even though unusual, ended up looking fantastic on Katy Perry on the red carpet.
20. Balmain / Beyoncé
Beyoncé oozes confidence and rocks the most creative and daring outfits.
21. Balmain / Beyoncé
Despite not having a model’s measurements, Beyoncé looks stunning in these bold dresses.
What do you think? Who do these outfits look better on: models or celebrities? We’d love to hear your thoughts!
