Jennifer Aniston has solidified her status as the reigning queen of commanding attention by donning the timeless little black dress. This iconic actress, now 54, has been opting for the LBD as her go-to outfit for red carpet events since the 1990s. Despite some dismissing this choice as safe, the Friends star has consistently showcased the elegance and power that can be evoked by this classic garment. Over the years, Jennifer has ingeniously played with the LBD, selecting various lengths, silhouettes, and materials to keep her look fresh and relevant. By eschewing fleeting fashion trends, she has successfully maintained a consistently stylish appearance, steering clear of the so-called ‘worst dressed’ lists.
Jennifer Aniston has solidified her position as the ultimate master of captivating everyone’s attention with her choice of attire, as demonstrated by her mesmerizing appearance in a simple yet elegant black dress (pictured in 2018).
Since the 1990s, the 54-year-old actress has consistently embraced the little black dress as her go-to ensemble for red carpet events, effortlessly showcasing its everlasting elegance and empowering allure. This iconic fashion choice has been her trusted companion throughout the years (as seen in the accompanying image from 2001).
Over the years, Jennifer has consistently explored various styles to maintain a refreshing appeal, experimenting with diverse cuts, shapes, and fabrics.
Despite occasionally straying from her reliable all-black ensemble, her most recent appearances on the red carpet demonstrate that she has no intentions of relinquishing her beloved little black dress (LBD) any time soon (as seen in the photo from Sunday).
The famous actress, known for her role in Bruce Almighty, has long championed the merits of the timeless LBD and has even established her own fashion trends.
During her time playing Rachel Green on the hit show Friends from 1994 to 2004, she made the iconic ‘The Rachel’ hairstyle popular worldwide. Crafted by hairstylist Chris McMillan, this shoulder-length layered haircut became one of the most coveted and imitated styles of the decade.
Jennifer has also played a significant role in keeping the sophisticated black dress in fashion, a century after it was first popularized by Coco Chanel. With her unwavering devotion to the LBD, she has ensured its enduring popularity.
Even before she skyrocketed to fame in Hollywood, black dresses were a consistent part of Jennifer’s wardrobe. In 1995, just a year after Friends debuted, she attended the Primetime Emmy Awards alongside her late co-star Matthew Perry. She looked stunning in a classic black strapless dress that beautifully accentuated her slender figure, complemented by a touch of sophistication with a pair of evening gloves.
In 1998, for the premiere of her film The Object Of My Affection, Jennifer once again opted for a strapless look, but this time she added a coordinating shrug to enhance the outfit’s charm and elegance.
In 1995, she made a dazzling appearance at the Primetime Emmy Awards alongside her beloved co-star Matthew Perry. Sporting a timeless black strapless dress, she effortlessly flaunted her slender physique. Adding a touch of sophistication to her ensemble, she adorned a pair of elegant evening gloves that heightened the overall glamour of her outfit.
In 1998, Jennifer decided to wear a strapless outfit with a coordinating shrug for the premiere of her film The Object Of My Affection. Throughout the years, Jennifer has embraced the timeless and simple elegance of black evening dresses for glamorous events. At the 2000 American Film Institute Lifetime Achievement Awards, when Jennifer and Brad Pitt were still a power couple, she opted for an understated black gown to complement her husband’s look. During the 2006 Vanity Fair Oscar Party, Jennifer exuded a classic and ethereal vibe with a floaty dress, but added some sparkle with a long diamond necklace. In both the 2018 InStyle Awards and the following year’s premiere of The Morning Show, she opted for tighter high-necked dresses, showcasing her consistent style. Even for the People’s Choice Awards in 2000 and 2001, Jennifer chose strappy satin maxi dresses, maintaining a similar aesthetic. Surprisingly, in 2019, 18 years later, she once again made a striking statement by wearing an almost identical gown with a V-neckline, showcasing her unwavering love for certain fashion choices.
In the year when Jennifer and Brad Pitt, the ultimate power couple, exchanged vows, they made a prominent appearance at the 2000 American Film Institute Lifetime Achievement Awards. On this special occasion, Jennifer elegantly chose a simple yet stunning black gown that perfectly complemented her husband’s charm.
Later, during the glamorous Vanity Fair Oscar Party of 2006, she gracefully adorned herself with a timeless ethereal garment, while infusing a delightful element of shimmer by adorning her ensemble with a gracefully cascading diamond necklace.
During the 2018 InStyle Awards, Jennifer made the decision to wear a more fitted dress with a high neckline.
The subsequent year, she opted for a similar fashion sense when attending the debut of The Morning Show ( captured alongside Tim Cook and Reese Witherspoon).
In both 2000 and 2001, she opted for remarkably similar styles at the People’s Choice Awards, effortlessly showcasing strappy satin maxi dresses.
For their enduring appeal and effortless charm, she has consistently relied on black evening gowns, as evidenced by her appearances alongside Matthew Perry, Lisa Kudrow, and David Schwimmer in 2000.
In the recent 2019 event, after 18 long years, Jennifer once again opted for a gown that closely resembled her previous choice, featuring the same elegant V-neckline. Throughout her appearances at the Golden Globes, Jennifer has consistently favored long black gowns, but she never fails to inject a touch of modernity and freshness by experimenting with different silhouettes and styles. One memorable moment was back in 2004 when she stunned onlookers with a daring black dress that barely contained her ample cleavage. In another instance, at the 2010 ceremony, Jennifer decided to switch things up by donning an asymmetrical gown that incorporated a high leg slit. The following year, she surprised everyone with a halterneck dress adorned with sequins on the bodice, accompanied by a rare updo hairstyle. Not to be outdone, for the 2020 awards, Jennifer went all out and made a grand entrance in a dramatic black dress featuring a huge skirt and train. And just recently, she opted for a more fitted gown, intricately adorned with beading in a scale pattern.
Over the course of her appearances at the Golden Globes, Jennifer has consistently favored long black gowns, which have captivated attention. One of her memorable moments was in 2004 when she stole the spotlight in a fearless black plunging dress, risking a possible wardrobe malfunction due to the barely contained ample cleavage.
In order to keep up with the times, she decided to shake things up for the 2010 event by donning a contemporary asymmetrical gown that included a daring high leg slit.
At the star-studded Golden Globes event in 2015, Jennifer confidently embraced a fashionable halterneck gown. Her outfit exuded a touch of glam, as the bodice shimmered gracefully adorned with sequins. Notably, she took a rare departure from her usual hairstyle and opted for an elegant updo, perfectly complementing her overall stunning look.
In the 2020 edition of the awards, she went above and beyond to make a bold statement with her stunning black gown. The dress featured an extravagant oversized skirt and a captivating train.
During this month, she decided to wear a fitted gown adorned with intricate beading arranged in a scale pattern. For more casual occasions, Jennifer opted for shorter dresses, including a variety of black minidresses. In 2003, she wore a one-shouldered dress with a higher hem for a charity fashion show, and in 2007, she went even shorter at a party with Demi Moore. In 2008, Jennifer chose a cowlneck minidress for the premiere of the film Management, and in 2013, she stunned in a plunging number with a voluminous skirt. The following year, she wore a pleated skirt minidress to the premiere of Cake. Jennifer also experimented with adding a pop of color to her staple little black dress in 2014. She added a white strip at the PEOPLE Magazine Awards and revealed a glimpse of a red bustier at the UK premiere of Horrible Bosses 2. On daring occasions, Jennifer embraced sexier looks, which the little black dress perfectly accommodated. For example, she showcased a very busty display at the Vanity Fair Oscars party in 2000, wearing a plunging black gown. In 2012, at the LACMA Art + Film Gala, she chose another low-cut number. She also embraced risqué fashion choices, such as a dress with cutouts across her chest at the 2003 Screen Actors Guild Awards. Jennifer also proved her deserving of the title “Decade of Hotness” at the Spike TV Guys Choice Awards in 2011 by confidently wearing a tiny black strappy dress.
For less formal occasions, Jennifer has opted for a variety of chic black minidresses, as captured in a photo from 2003.
In the year 2003, she confidently adorned herself in a delightful one-shouldered dress during a notable charity fashion show. The dress elegantly displayed a shorter length on her, leaving an impression on all the attendees. Moving forward to the year 2007, she attended a fantastic party alongside the stunning Demi Moore. On this occasion, she dared to push the limits even further by flaunting an exceptionally shorter hemline, exuding confidence and style.
In 2008, she made a stylish choice by donning a cowlneck minidress for the highly anticipated Management film premiere.
Back in 2013, she made quite a statement when she chose to wear a daring outfit with a low neckline and a full, billowing skirt to a book launch event in West Hollywood.
Jennifer opted for a chic and trendy look when she attended the premiere of her film Cake in Toronto the next year. She donned an eye-catching minidress with delicate pleats, instantly drawing attention to her flawless fashion sense.
In the year 2014, Jennifer decided to play around with her reliable little black dress (LBD) by introducing a vibrant splash of color to it. This fashion choice was captured at the memorable PEOPLE Magazine Awards.
At the premiere of Horrible Bosses 2 in the UK, she playfully revealed a teasing glimpse of a scarlet bustier.
Jennifer embraced her bold side during those thrilling days, unleashing a more alluring appearance as she graced the Vanity Fair Oscars party in 2000. Her outfit of choice was a captivating black gown with a neckline that accentuated her curves beautifully.
At the LACMA 2012 Art + Film Gala, she opted for a different attire that featured a plunging neckline (captured alongside Justin Theroux).
During the 2003 Screen Actors Guild Awards, she decided to make a bold fashion statement by opting for a daring dress that showcased daring cutouts on her chest.
When Jennifer accepted the Decade of Hotness award at the Spike TV Guys Choice Awards in 2011, she made sure to showcase her deserving title by wearing a small black dress with intricate straps. Throughout the years, Jennifer has been known to experiment with different textures and materials in her fashion choices, particularly a love for leather and sequins. She rocked a leather minidress at the UK premiere of Horrible Bosses in 2011 and later sported a similar one-shoulder version at the 2013 MTV Movie Awards.
Not only did Jennifer embrace sparkle with a sequinned minidress at the LA premiere of Horrible Bosses in 2011, but she also chose intricate beading at the Directors Guild Of America Awards the following year. It’s worth noting that she didn’t reserve glamorous looks just for the red carpet; she also opted for two dazzling sequinned maxi dresses for her appearances on Jimmy Kimmel Live!
One particular standout moment was when Jennifer attended the 2017 Vanity Fair Oscar Party in a stunning plunging gown adorned with sequins, once again proving her love for sparkle. Lace has also made its way into Jennifer’s wardrobe, evident in a form-fitting midi dress she wore in 2014 and a partially sheer dress at the premiere of Friends with Money back in 2006.
In recent years, Jennifer seems to have taken a step further by exploring black jumpsuits and co-ords as alternatives to dresses. For the second season of The Morning Show, she opted for a fashion-forward jumpsuit with a draped bodice. And most recently, at the Critics Choice Awards, Jennifer wowed with her impeccable style in a feathered Dolce & Gabbana bodysuit, paired with matching trousers and a long attached train.
In her fashion ventures, Jennifer has indulged in exploring various textures and fabrics, displaying a particular affinity for leather and sequins. One noteworthy occasion was the UK premiere of the movie Horrible Bosses in 2011, where she confidently donned a chic leather minidress.
At the 2013 MTV Movie Awards, she chose to wear a comparable single-shoulder outfit.
In 2011, at the grand premiere of Horrible Bosses in LA, she decided to shimmer and shine with a gorgeous minidress adorned with sequins.
At the next edition of the Directors Guild Of America Awards, she opted for a stunning dress adorned with intricate beads.
She effortlessly maintained her stunning appearance beyond the glitz and glam of the red carpet, opting for two equally dazzling sequined maxi dresses during her appearances on Jimmy Kimmel Live!
For her next appearance on the talk show, she decided to wear a stunning and mesmerizing gown.
At the glamorous 2017 Vanity Fair Oscar Party, Jennifer made a lasting impression with her stunning choice of attire. She turned heads in a mesmerizing gown adorned with shimmering sequins that accentuated her figure flawlessly. This eye-catching ensemble also boasted a bold leg slit, adding an extra touch of daring elegance to her overall look.
In 2014, she also decided to experiment with lace and donned a body-hugging midi dress at the prestigious Academy Of Motion Picture Arts And Sciences’ Governors Awards.
In 2006, she dazzled everyone when she made a stunning appearance at the premiere of Friends with Money, donning an exquisite dress with delicate sheer elements.
Jennifer has made a bold style statement in recent times by ditching dresses in favor of donning black jumpsuits and coordinate sets. This trend has been particularly evident during the second season of The Morning Show, where she opted for a cutting-edge jumpsuit featuring a gracefully draped bodice.
At the prestigious Critics Choice Awards, Jennifer wowed everyone with her flawless fashion sense by donning a stunning Dolce & Gabbana bodysuit embellished with feathers. To complete the chic ensemble, she paired it with matching trousers and a gracefully long attached train.
