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
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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
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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.
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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
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Kim Kardashian’s curvy figure enhances this flirty neckline better than on the skinny model.
5. Jean Paul Gaultier / Kim Kardashian
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This golden gown looks more striking on Kim Kardashian. Does this mean curves suit this gown better?
6. Marques Almeida / Rihanna
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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
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This extravagant coat looked even better on Rihanna than on the model.
8. Giambattista Valli / Rihanna
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This famous dress worn by Rihanna is almost unrecognizable on the model. Who wore it better?
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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
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Salma Hayek embraces her curves proudly, not shying away from wearing styles presented on much skinnier models.
11. Zuhair Murad / Chrissy Teigen
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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
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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
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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
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Rita Ora loves daring and unpredictable outfits. Even these feathers add a special chic to her look.
15. Zuhair Murad / Catherine Zeta-Jones
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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
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Margot Robbie turned this modest dress into a total hit.
17. Chanel / Margot Robbie
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Margot Robbie also has great taste in selecting bold and striking outfits.
18. Alexandre Vauthier / Lucy Liu
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Lucy Liu made this interesting dress with a unique skirt length look even more charming.
19. Balmain / Katy Perry
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This eccentric dress, even though unusual, ended up looking fantastic on Katy Perry on the red carpet.
20. Balmain / Beyoncé
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Beyoncé oozes confidence and rocks the most creative and daring outfits.
21. Balmain / Beyoncé
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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!