Every year, Hollywood calls attention to a buzzy new roster of talent, thanks to their breakout roles that command the screen. This was certainly the case in 2023: some of the best films of the year delivered incredible performances from newcomers, like Charles Melton (May December), Cara Jade Myers (Killers of the Flower Moon), and Danielle Brooks (The Colour Purple). Even better yet? These shining new stars came armed with distinctive red-carpet style, too.
As 2023 comes to a close, Vogue is taking a look at 10 Tinseltown’s most exhilarating new stars who are bringing fresh fashion energy to the mix. Whether it was a colourful array of glitzy gowns, or discreet suiting that quietly made a statement, these newly minted A-listers cultivated a unique approach to dressing. Below, meet them all. (And, psst: you can bet they’ll all be bringing some showstopping looks come 2024 awards season, too—watch this space.)
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Rachel Sennott
Between her roles in Bottoms and The Idol, Rachel Sennott was the ultimate cool girl of 2023. Her edgy-chic style on the red carpet came complete with velvety one-shouldered gowns, leather moto mini dresses, and bright-pink party dresses. Hell, she even made the Y2K velour tracksuit look chic, when attending Balenciaga’s pre-fall 2024 collection in L.A. Now that’s a skill.
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Rachel Sennott
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Rachel Sennott
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Danielle Brooks
After lighting up the screen in Blitz Bazawule’s The Colour Purple, Danielle Brooks is owning her moment in the spotlight—fashion included. The actor has enjoyed experimenting with silhouettes in a fun and refreshing way, choosing everything from ruffled denim skirts to skin-tight leather corsets. She pulls them all off. One of her best moments of the year, however, was nodding to her own film at the L.A. premiere, in a purple Rahul Mishra Couture hooded gown.
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Danielle Brooks
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Danielle Brooks
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Danielle Brooks
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Sandra Hüller
German actor Sandra Hüller delivered a commanding performance in this year’s Anatomy of a Fall—and her red-carpet approach has been equally as captivating to watch unfold. In a muted (but not boring!) colour palette, she has favoured sleek gowns from Dior Couture and Louis Vuitton, and has also experimented with sculptural suits from contemporary labels like Cong Tri.
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Sandra Hüller
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Sandra Hüller
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Sandra Hüller
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Barry Keoghan
Starring in Saltburn alongside Jacob Elordi, Barry Keoghan has emerged as one of the biggest heartthrobs of the year, and he’s got the slick style to match. The Internet went wild for his Givenchy suit vest and trousers at the 2023 Academy Museum Gala—but his fashion wins didn’t end there. The actor has also rocked everything from checked suits to edgy leather vests.
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Barry Keoghan
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Barry Keoghan
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Barry Keoghan
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Cailee Spaeny
Starring as Priscilla Presley in Sofia Coppola’s Priscilla, Cailee Spaeny nabbed one of the most-discussed movie roles of the year. The actor’s red-carpet style has proven to be worth the hype: Spaeny has slipped into elegant, refined looks that have a retro charm. Prim-and-proper bows, puff-sleeved shoulders, embellished bodices: The star has chosen frocks that nod to the days of Old Hollywood, albeit in a modern way.
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Cailee Spaeny
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Cailee Spaeny
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Cailee Spaeny
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Charles Melton
It’s tough to stand out in a film alongside Julianne Moore and Natalie Portman, but Charles Melton delivered a shining role in this year’s May December. On the red carpet, the actor has developed a sense of style that’s all about modern tailoring; think loosely-tailored suits worn without a shirt, or crisp camp-collar shirts worn with dress pants. He’s nailed the art of casual-cool style.
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Charles Melton
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Charles Melton
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Cara Jade Myers
In Killers of the Flower Moon, Indigenous star Cara Jade Myers shines in a powerhouse performance. Even better yet, Myers has used the step and repeat as an opportunity to spotlight Indigenous designers, wearing pieces from labels such as Jamie Okuma and Ataumbi Metals. The star has also perfected the art of glitzy Hollywood style, choosing dazzling gowns that are adorned with crystals and sequins. Disco ball dressing at its finest.
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Cara Jade Myers
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Cara Jade Myers
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Cara Jade Myers
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India Amarteifio
Young Hollywood star India Amarteifio captivated TV screens in Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story this year. While her on-screen character embraces regal formalwear, Amarteifio’s real-life red carpet style has been equally as elegant. There has been strapless chiffon gowns, sequinned mini dresses adorned with plummage, and bejewelled suits. She may not be actual royalty, but she sure is fashion royalty.
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India Amarteifio
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India Amarteifio
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India Amarteifio
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Taylor Zakhar Perez
With his starring role in Red, White & Royal Blue, Taylor Zakhar Perez is a rising star to watch. After first being noticed in The Kissing Booth films, the actor is now further making his mark in Hollywood, with a fresh and current wardrobe to match. In his 2023 wardrobe? There were contemporary takes on suiting up, like the deconstructed white blazer her wore to Vogue World: London in September; he also embraced the classic trench and cargo pants at Burberry’s spring 2024 show.
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Taylor Zakhar Perez
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Taylor Zakhar Perez
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Reneé Rapp
Her style is, like, so fetch: Singer Renee Rapp is set to transform into Regina George in the 2024 adaptation of Mean Girls. And while the star will be sporting plenty of pink looks in the film (Regina’s signature color!), Rapp’s own personal style has been decidedly vampier and cooler this year. Her 2023 wins have included loads of edgy leather pieces—from trenches to dresses—for daytime, and sexier, cutout bodycon gowns for night.
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Reneé Rapp
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