While Céline Dion is often referred to as the “Queen of Power Ballads,” the globally-celebrated music icon also hits plenty of high notes with her head-turning fashions. Reaching icon status in the fashion and music industries is no easy feat, but Dion makes it look effortless, largely due to her fearless approach to both.
Thanks to her many chart-topping hits, Dion has graced countless red carpets, which she uses almost as if they were extensions of her concerts, giving her yet another stage to dazzle onlookers. From tuxedos worn backward to couture confections and Vegas showgirl sequins, there’s nothing that Dion can’t don with ease.
In recent years, she’s worked with Image Architect Law Roach, who is also famous for his work with Zendaya and Anya-Taylor Joy. Together, the unlikely duo left us in awe time after time with red carpet and street fashions that have pushed the limits of what clothes can convey.
Dion’s dominance in the music industry spans over three decades. Throughout her legendary career, she’s been the protagonist of many iconic fashion moments. Ahead, we chose 20 of Céline Dion’s most memorable looks of all time.
Céline Dion in Dior, 2024
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For the premiere of her documentary, “I Am: Céline Dion,” which follows Dion’s diagnosis with stiff person syndrome, she chose a pearly white silk bow-tie blouse and skirt from the house of Dior. Aside from the Grammy Awards earlier in the year, Dion has kept a low profile to focus on her health. The all-white ensemble was a restrained yet chic return to the red carpet, styled by Law Roach.
Céline Dion in Valentino, 2024
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After disappearing from the public eye for nearly two years after being diagnosed with stiff person syndrome, Dion made a surprise on-stage appearance at the 2024 Grammy Awards to present the Album of the Year Award to Taylor Swift. Dressed in an orchid pink gown and tailored camel coat from Valentino, the look was a subtle visual reminder of both the music icon’s vulnerability and strength.
Céline Dion in Oscar de la Renta, 2020
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Carrie Bradshaw, eat your heart out! This “Sex and the City”-worthy look came courtesy of Oscar de la Renta and had just been seen on the New York Fashion Week catwalk a week prior. It featured a cropped cable-knit sweater with a 3D embellished floral motif, paired with an opulently oversized chrysanthemum print ball skirt and thigh-high white patent boots.
Céline Dion in Michael Kors Collection, 2020
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The singer sashayed down the New York sidewalks in a plaid mini Michael Kors dress with a built-in cape and matching hat. This camp-tastic look, styled by Roach, leaned into Dion’s love of theatrics and reminded us just how much fun fashion can be when worn by the right person.
Céline Dion in Alexandre Vauthier, 2019
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For couture week, Dion brought a Grace Jones-like grandeur to the shows, pushing the public’s perception of the singer to a new, stylish territory. The Alexandre Vauthier jumpsuit served major 80s new-wave energy with its sharp shoulder pads, plunging neckline, and, of course, the black garrison cap, skinny sunnies, and patent leather booties.
Céline Dion in Oscar de la Renta, 2019
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If there’s one thing that Dion will deliver with both her style and performances—it’s over-the-top showmanship. For the 2019 “Camp: Notes on Fashion” Met Gala, designers Laura Kim and Fernando Garcia of Oscar de la Renta pulled inspiration from costumes of the Ziegfeld Follies and Dion’s Vegas residency to create this fabulously festive fringed look. They topped things off with a 22-pound silver feathered headpiece
Céline Dion in Tom Ford, 2019
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Dion had us seeing red when she headed out to film a segment for “The Tonight Show” with Jimmy Fallon in head-to-toe oxblood-hued pantsuit from Tom Ford. Her outfit combined luxe materials like a crushed velvet blazer, knitted turtleneck, and silken pants to keep the monochromatic moment from looking mundane.
Céline Dion in Atelier Versace, 2017
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Although she’s reached icon status in the music industry with her chart-topping love ballads, Dion has a penchant for channeling her inner rock star style. This was the case at the 2017 Met Gala, when she made her way up the famous steps in a custom, stage-worthy ensemble from Versace that featured a silver bodice fastened with a black harness and skirt.
Céline Dion in Christian Siriano, 2017
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At the “Beauty and the Beast” premiere, Dion brought plenty of boldness to the red carpet in a long-sleeved powder blue floor-length turtleneck dress by Christian Siriano. The perfectly tailored dress featured a scene-stealing, oversized bow affixed to the shoulder that kept things from looking too tame.
Céline Dion in Alexandre Vauthier, 2017
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While Dion and Roach first began working together the previous year, 2017 is when they really hit their stylish stride. Roach worked closely with designers to ensure that the icon’s fashions became more avant-garde and otherworldly just like Dion’s talents. This angelic-like couture look from Alexandre Vauthier she wore to the Billboard Awards that year perfectly emulates the elevated approach that Roach took with Dion’s style.
Céline Dion in Valentin Yudashkin, 2016
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Dion donned a flashy Valentin Yudashkin gown to the 2016 Billboard Music Awards that dripped with sequins. The Russian designer crafted a masterpiece of fluid-like draping, making the heavily embellished look as if Dion was poured in 40K liquid gold.
Céline Dion in Mugler, 2015
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At the 2015 Billboard Awards, Dion showed off her vampier side with this sexy asymetrical dress from Mugler. Adhering to the brand’s body-con aesthetic, the forest green frock’s fitted construction and expert tailoring made the buttery leather look as though it was as sharp as metal.
Céline Dion in Elie Saab, 2012
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For the Bambi Awards in 2012, the songstress radiated glamour in a gold Art Deco-inspired number designed by Elie Saab. While the streamlined silhouette may seem simple, a closer look reveals countless hand-sewn sequins that bespeckle the dress.
Céline Dion in Armani Privé, 2011
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This shimmery white column dress by Armani Privé made the Canadian songstress shine like a silver-screen siren at the Academy Awards in 2011. Her megawatt diamond and emerald jewelry suite was courtesy of Van Cleef & Arpels.
Céline Dion in Aquilano Rimondi, 2010
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At the 2010 Grammys, the singer showed off her killer set of legs in this mini dress designed by Aquilano Rimondi. Long silk chiffon puffed sleeves gave a light touch to the frock, which bloomed with metallic floral embroidery.
Céline Dion in James Galano, 2007
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This gorgeous emerald green gown Dion wore to the 2007 Academy Awards was designed by James Galano. While the name Galano might not ring a bell, his elegant evening wear earned him a cult following of sophisticated stars and socialites like Nancy Reagan, Elizabeth Taylor, Marilyn Monroe, among others.
Céline Dion in Carolina Herrera, 1999
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Dion went simple and chic with this ivory Carolina Herrera gown at the 1999 Grammy Awards. The structured sequined square neckline was complimented by a fluid-like skirt and clear lucite heels, which made the “My Heart Will Go On” singer appear as if she were floating on water.
Céline Dion in Dior by John Galliano, 1999
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Fashion history was made when Dion showed up in this jaw-dropping Dior by John Galliano suit at the Academy Awards in 1999. While a white suit may seem relatively tame on paper, Dion flipped the style script when she wore hers backward. The controversial look garnered the singer a place on many worst-dressed lists, but as the years have gone by, its undeniable daringness has earned it icon status.
Céline Dion in Chanel, 1997
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Dion shined as bright as the Heart of the Ocean at the 69th Annual Academy Awards, wearing an evening gown cascading in silvery sequins courtesy of Chanel. The gown’s plunging neckline was highlighted by a comet necklace of crystals, also designed by the brand.
Céline Dion in Versace, 1993
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Dion smoldered on the red carpet of the 20th Annual American Music Awards carpet in a fiery red Versace gown. This form-fitting gown perfectly embodied the Italian brand’s sultry design aesthetic and featured their signature bondage motif.
