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Scarlett Johansson's Fashion Makeover: From Child Star To Classic Screen Siren
Today, Scarlett Johansson is a world renowned actress, bombshell, and recently minted mom, but at the beginning of her illustrious career the child star was your average, sartorially experimental tween. Over the years the Captain America star has cultivated a singularly captivating red carpet persona defined by curve-enhancing gowns, statement jewelry, and her signature, ingratiating gaze. Read on to reminisce about the actress's transition from a young Hollywood starlet to internationally renowned style star.
In A Red Trench and Strappy Heels On The Red Carpet
To this day, Johansson is loyal to her obsession with crimson clothing. Though her strappy heels seem an odd pairing with a heavy, rain-repellant trench, the actress deserves bonus points for tucking a gorgeous white bloom behind her ear.
At The Premiere Of Eight Legged Freaks In 2002
Though I can’t possibly imagine what prompted Johansson to select this ensemble for the red carpet, the faux-spider on her shoulder is an amusingly witty addition.
At The Girl With The Pearl Earring Premiere In 2003
At the premiere of her film The Girl With The Pearl Earring, Johansson began to sink into the sultry Old Hollywood-style for which she is now known.
In a Choppy Pixie Cut And Pink Satin Top, 2003
After shocking fans by chopping her locks into an edgy pixie cut, Johansson embraced the ’60s vibe by pairing the ‘do with brightly colored ensembles and mod silhouettes.
Pulling A Modern Marilyn in 2003
Perhaps this ode to the great Marilyn Monroe was a sign of looks to come, because this classic halter silhouette is an exemplar of Johansson’s current taste.
At The Hollywood Awards In 2003
Wearing a crushed-velvet mini on the red carpet, Johansson dropped a few jaws at the 2003 Hollywood Awards.
On The 2004 Golden Globes Red Carpet
Johansson exuded bombshell allure on the 2004 Golden Globes red carpet in a nude silk gown.
Rocking A Red Dress and Diamonds In Italy
A silken gown with a plunging neckline and dripping diamonds were the perfect pair for Johansson in 2004.
Gilded On The Red Carpet In 2004
This embellished flapper-style mini hypnotized paparazzi and fans alike in 2004.
Partying With Sponge Bob in 2004
Johansson’s look was sheer Marilyn again when the actress cozied up with Sponge Bob in 2004
In Alberta Ferretti At The 2004 Oscars
Johansson rocked Alberta Ferretti as no-one else could on the Oscars red carpet in 2004.
At The Match Point Premiere In 2005
At the premiere of her film Match Point in 2005, the actress managed to strike a precarious balance between sultry and sweet.
In Roland Mouret At The 2005 Golden Globes
Designer Roland Mouret scored a major touchdown when he designed this gorgeous peach stunner for Johansson’s Golden Globes appearance.
On The 2005 Oscars Red Carpet
Call her a master of the statement-making Little Black Dress, because Johansson’s off-the-shoulder gown and bejeweled curls owned the 2005 Oscars red carpet.
In A Whimsical White Dress On The Red Carpet, 2006
Johansson wowed in a white vintage-inspired number for the red carpet in 2006.
At The 2006 Golden Globes in Valentino
Few red carpet looks are as iconic as Johansson’s bias-cut Valentino stunner, worn to the 2006 Globes.
At A Louis Vuitton Event in 2007
Johansson debuted a new ‘do and a chic, pleated frock at a Louis Vuitton event in 2007.
In Dolce And Gabbana At The Costume Institute Gala
This ethereal Dolce and Gabbana showstopper received an A+ from critics at the 2008 Costume Institute Gala.
In Emerald Lace At The 2010 MTV Movie Awards
Johansson looked every bit the Hollywood star in emerald lace at the 2010 MTV Movie Awards.
In Sparkling Elie Saab At The 2011 Golden Globes
Johansson struck the perfect note of chic, feminine style in shimmering Elie Saab at the 2011 Globes.
Ruling The Red Carpet At The 2012 Met Ball
The actress stunned in an off-the-shoulder embellished gown for the 2011 Met Ball.
In A Black Mini At The Toronto International Film Festival, 2013
Th actress looked perfectly chic in a simple black strapless mini and pearls at a Toronto International Film Festival event in 2013.
Radiant In Red At The Captain America: Winter Soldier Premiere, 2014
Present-day, the actress knows how to wow her audience in curve-hugging creations and skin-flattering shades like this crimson sheath dress.