Backless tops, see-through dresses, and neon outfits have all had their moment in the spotlight.
Here's a look at those styles and some of the other boldest pieces ever worn at the prestigious event.
Andie MacDowell wore a skin-baring minidress at the 1991 Golden Globes.
Andie MacDowell attends the 1991 Golden Globe Awards.
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The loose-fitting piece had thin shoulder straps, silver sparkles from top to bottom, and plunging fabric that dipped just above her backside.
It was so bold that MacDowell opted not to wear any dramatic makeup or jewelry — only a touch of red-tinted gloss.
Courtney Love brought her rock-and-roll style to the event in 2000.
Courtney Love attends the 2000 Golden Globe Awards.
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She wore a John Galliano for Dior gown designed to look like it had been shredded.
The sleeveless piece had an asymmetrical neckline, tears across its bodice, and a ruched skirt decorated with blue sparkles and a thigh-high slit.
The outfit was memorable and one of the most daring ever seen at the event. Love completed it with silver sparkles dusted across her hair.
Anne Hathaway showed the daring side of her style in 2003.
Anne Hathaway attends the 2003 Golden Globe Awards.
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Dressed by Elie Saab, Hathaway wore a sleeveless gown that was bold in both color and shape.
Its hot-pink fabric was infused with spots of green, and the band beneath its neckline was embellished with small beads.
The garment also featured a deep, square-shaped neckline and a nearly hip-high slit that revealed her metallic sandals.
Jennifer Lopez was the ultimate golden girl at the 2009 event.
Jennifer Lopez attends the 2009 Golden Globe Awards.
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She walked the red carpet that year in a sparkle-covered gown from Marchesa.
Two swaths of fabric covered her chest and created a plunging halter neckline, also making way for a backless bodice.
The latter feature emphasized the gown's mid-rise, floor-length skirt.
Halle Berry later participated in the sheer style trend of 2018.
Halle Berry attends the 2018 Golden Globe Awards.
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She did so via a long-sleeved minidress designed by Zuhair Murad.
The garment, made entirely from lace, was see-through and featured a deep V-shaped neckline. Its form-fitting bodice was also connected to its short skirt.
Berry perfected the outfit with simple sandals, an updo hairstyle, and statement earrings.
Kerry Washington skipped a shirt for the 2020 Golden Globe Awards.
Kerry Washington attends the 2020 Golden Globe Awards.
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Instead, she wore only a blazer, crystal body chain, and floor-length skirt from Altuzarra.
The outfit was edgy, daring, and perfectly accessorized. Washington wore the three pieces with strappy sandals, silver jewelry, a short bob haircut, and vibrant red lipstick.
Long before promoting "Wicked," Cynthia Erivo had a neon-green fashion moment at the 2021 event.
Cynthia Erivo attends the 2021 Golden Globe Awards.
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She wore a sleeveless, sharply structured Valentino gown. It had a full skirt that hovered above the ground, statement stitching, and pockets on each side of the dress.
Erivo wore it with platform heels and cream-colored gloves that extended over the elbow.
You couldn't miss Karen Gillan when she attended the event in 2024.
Karen Gillan attends the 2024 Golden Globe Awards.
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She wore a white Iris van Herpen dress with sheer panels and a scale-like pattern. The garment was handmade and looked more like an art piece than a traditional red-carpet gown.
She wore the piece with two rings and simple black sandals.
Miley Cyrus showed off tons of her tattoos on the 2025 red carpet.
Miley Cyrus attends the 2025 Golden Globe Awards.
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Celine designed her showstopping dress, which had an open back that plunged to her hips and crystal-covered shoulder straps.
It was also daring across its bodice, where the gown had a deep neckline and thin, sparkling slits.
The dress made for an ensemble that was equally daring and chic.
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