12 Of Zac Posen’s Most Iconic Dresses

Zac Posen isn’t just king of the runway when it comes to his gorgeous dresses. He’s the king of the red carpet, and the countless celebrities who have rocked his fairytale looks are a testament to that. His designs embody vintage Hollywood glam, and he somehow manages to capture the essence of every woman that he dresses.

Whether it’s a campy ballgown, a structural masterpiece, or an understated and slinky look, Zac reigns king. Unfortunately, after 18 years in the fashion industry, he’s passing on the crown and closing his business. That being said, he left a permanent impact on the fashion community and will forever be an inspiration to designers and the public.

Claire Danes at Met Gala 2016

There was this time at the Met Gala 2016 when Posen transformed Claire Danes into a real-life, glow in the dark Cinderella. This dramatic ball gown with a fitted bodice did have gorgeous detailing, but the real magic came when the lights were off. The dress was a perfect princess blue and made out of fiber optic woven organza.

Deepika Padukone at Met Gala 2019

Fiber optics are just the beginning for Posen. Who tackled fashion tech at the Met Gala 2019. Deepika’s flamboyant dress was coated in 408 3D crystals, which took over 160 hours to make. The shade of pink and amount of sheen was absolutely breathtaking, and perfect on Deepika. Who else would think up a metallic pink lurex jacquard gown?

Emily Ratajkowski at Emmys 2016

Nothing says Hollywood like a classic mermaid silhouette, and that’s exactly what Zac Posen nailed in Emily Ratajkowski’s Emmys look in 2016. It’s rare to see this starlet covering up her cleavage, but with a master like Zac at work, you have to invest all your trust that he’s going to represent you beautifully. The midnight blue creation featured a unique neckline and fit, with a frilled bottom that carried just the right amount go movement.

Rihanna at Diamond Ball 2014

Zac pulled out all the stops for glam queen Rihanna, whose dress fit her like a second skin at the Diamond Ball in 2014. Paired with a matching pink mega diamond on her finger and neck, this is maybe our favorite Rihanna gown moment ever. No one kills that dramatic in-cut and out-flare like Posen.