Best dressed stars of October 2023

70 best dressed stars this month: Dua Lipa, Winnie Harlow, Hailey Bieber more

As autumn hits, the likes of Helen Mirren, Paris Jackson, Usher & Co layer up for a month of sartorial perfection

Senior Lifestyle & Fashion Writer
Updated: October 29, 2023

It's October, which means that style fans should expect a fleet of horrifyingly good Halloween costumes emerging from the best dressed stars this month.

Think Heidi Klum as the undeniable queen of Halloween, the Kardashians' mesmerising pop-culture inspired outfits and Dolce & Gabbana muse Maya Jama's annual Halloween party.

With a host of star-studded events on the calendar this month, from red carpets to award ceremonies, saddle up for a spooky month of sartorial perfection from the style set. 

Keep scrolling to see which best dressed stars we've got our eye on this month…

Dua Lipa

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Dua Lipa has been laying low recently amid speculation her new music is about to be released, but that didn't stop the Grammy Award-winning star from stepping out on 27 October and debuting a fresh head of glossy crimson locks. Rocking all black to help her new red hair pop, the Albanian songstress looked phenomenal with her Ariel-inspired mane. 

Camila Morrone

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Daisy Jones & The Six star Camila Morone stole the show when she graced the red carpet during the 18th Rome Film Festival. Looking like a vision in a sumptuous strapless gown, the actress promoted her new film Gonzo Girl in style outside the Auditorium Parco Della Musica

Winnie Harlow

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Winnie Harlow certainly knows how to command attention. The model was presented with the Global Citizen Award by the United Nations Association In Canada and ensured she looked the part in a form-fitting leopard print dress. She's come a long way from her America's Next Top Model days!

Hailey Bieber

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Loafers and over-ankle socks have become Hailey's signature autumn footwear combination. Schooling us in effortless dressing, the model stepped out on a caffeine run in California on 25 October wearing an oversized knit, a cherry-red baseball cap, her preppy loafers and bejewelled 'B' necklace by Alex Moss. 

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Justin Bieber and Hailey were all smiles as they stepped out for a date night to support Victoria Monet in LA earlier this month. The power couple wore matching leather jackets as they posed backstage before joining Tori Kelly and a fleet of celebrity guests to watch the show.

Lily James

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Lily James is currently starring in Penelope Skinner's searingly funny and passionate new play,"Lyonesse", directed by Ian Rickson. Following her first performance, the Hollywood muse headed to Browns Covent Garden in a beautiful Emilia Wickstead dress and Mary Jane heels. 

Salma Hayek

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Salma Hayek-Pinault embodied Bond girl galmour to attend the World Monuments Fund's 34th Annual Hadrian Gala, rocking a gold three-piece suit and a classic red lip. 

Jennifer Lawrence

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Jennifer Lawrence is one of Hollywood's revered style icons, so it came as little surprise when she encapsulated effortless elegance to attend the 2023 WWD Honors at Casa Cipriani on 24 October in New York City. 

Commanding attention effortlessly, Jennifer donned a sophisticated off-the-shoulder black wool dress from Dior, teaming her getup with nude pointed-toe heels, harmoniously paired with timeless red lipstick.

Rupi Kaur

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Poet Rupi Kaur gave leather a red hot makeover in a bold tube dress to attend a glittering evet with Kerastase Paris at Palais De Tokyo on 24 October. The Milk and Honey author exuded ballerina elegance by sweeping her raven hair into a neat bun. 

Bella Ramsey

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The Last of Us star Bella Ramsey opted for sharp tailoring and chunky boots to rock the red carpet at the Time100 event in New York City.

Heidi Klum

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Heidi Klum took the term 'Sunday best' to the next level as she stepped out in Los Angeles in a form-fitting mesh dress. 

Lupita Nyong'o

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Academy Award-winner Lupita Nyong'o was a vision as she graced the red carpet at the GO Campaign Annual GO Gala. 

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The actress' ethereal beauty was enhanced in a plunging white cape gown that cascaded to the floor, elevated with a headpiece crafted from hundreds of hand-sewn shells. 

Robert Pattinson & Suki Waterhouse

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Power couple Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse, who have dated for five years, looked dapper and darling as they made at joint appearance at the GO Campaign Annual GO Gala in LA. Twilight star Robert opted for a simple tailored suit, while Suki channelled a whimsical beauty in a sheer burgundy gown. 

Neelam Gill 

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Neelam Gill looked like the ultimate cool girl in an oversized blazer and a buttoned maxi skirt as she attended a dinner party in honour of Kerry Washington's new book Thicker Than Water in Mayfair. The model completed the chic ensemble with a pair of pointed-toe heels and a matching clutch bag. 

Priyanka Chopra

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Priyanka Chopra Jonas attended the 17th Annual DKMS Gala at Cipriani Wall Street

Citadel star, Priyanka Chopra, 41, attended the 17th Annual DKMS Gala at Cipriani Wall Street last night wearing the mermaid dress of dreams. The floor-length gown was covered from head to toe in green sequins and featured a daring thigh-split.

Emily Ratajkowski

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Emily Ratajkowski dressed down the black boots with a red jumper

Emily Ratajkowski, 32, hit the streets of New York in an off-duty look that feels like a throwback from the 90s in the best way possible. The model paired a pair of black leather knee-high boots with a slouchy V-neck jumper and dark sunglasses for an effortlessly cool casual look.

Halle Bailey

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The Little Mermaid star Halle Bailey gave the puffball dress a 2023 renaissance at Glamour's Women of the Year event, rocking a strapless mini dress embelished with a ruffled white underskirt and platform heels. 

America Ferrera

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Barbie star America Ferrera opted for opulence at the Glamour's Women of the Year event, looking radiant in an off-the-shoulder ruffled gown in an angelic white hue. 

Leigh-Anne Pinnock

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Leigh-Anne Pinnock showcased her sartorial prowess as the Little Mix singer headed to Glamour's Women of the Year event in the most mesmerising outfit possible. Teaming a sheer maxi skirt with an ab-baring bralette and strappy harness-top, the songstress amped up the glamour with chunky black bangles and floor-length braids.

Christina Aguilera

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Christina Aguilera channelled her noughties style prowess in thigh-high leather boots, a statement mini skirt and a vampy biker-babe leather jacket for her appearance on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live'. Christina wore her shoulder-length, platinum blonde hair down with a subtle wave, and accessorized her décolletage with layered, silver necklaces. 

Ashley Park

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Emily In Paris star Ashely Park served up Bond-girl energy in a glittering cut-out mini dress to attend the 2023 God's Love We Deliver Golden Heart Awards at The Glasshouse in NYC. 

Jada Pinkett Smith

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Jada Pinkett Smith stunned in all white

Jada Pinkett Smith, 52, looked stunning when she was spotted walking the streets of New York City wearing an all-white ensemble featuring a long duster coat. She opted for an unsual footwear choice for autumn, pairing the white cuffed trousers with a pair of open-toe wedges.

Michaela Coel

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Michaela Coel rocked an edgy black dress

Michaela Coel, 36, totally rocked an edgy take on a little black dress at the Closing Night Gala screening of The Kitchen during the 67th BFI London Film Festival at The Royal Festival Hall. She paired the dress with chunky black boots for an effortlessly cool look.

Nicole Scherzinger 

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Nicole Scherzinger cut an elegant figure at the press night after party for new West End show Sunset Boulevard, amping up the glamour at The Savoy Hotel in London by donning a dramatic asymmetrical dress worthy of being centre stage.

Julia Fox 

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Underwear as outwear? Trust Julia Fox to buck the trend. The Uncut Gems star-turned-author attended the Sherri Talk Show in NYC in a daring frilled look complete with platform heels.

Taylor Swift

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In a dazzling display of glamour and fan fervor, Taylor Swift illuminated the heart of Los Angeles at the grand premiere of The Eras Tour Concert Film this Wednesday. The 12-time Grammy winner adorned a sublime $12,000 Oscar de la Renta gown, resplendent of a mystical enchantress.

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She further elevated her look with bold blue eyeshadow, iconic ruby-red lips, a sparkling diamond choker, and matching earrings. To round off her elegant appearance, Taylor's honey blonde hair was styled into a chic faux bob. 

Michelle Keegan

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Our Girl actress Michelle Keegan displayed It-Girl energy the Bulgari High Jewellery Gala at the Bulgari Hotel in a beguiling butterfy-inspired mini dress by Rahul Mishra paired with sheer tights. The star, styled by Kelvin Barron, wore jewellery by Bulgari and shoes by Sergio Rossi. 

MNEK

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Never Forget You hitmaker MNEK dished up serious attitude at the Virgin Atlantic Attitude Awards 2023 in a textured maxi dress and vampy leather boots. The singer's eclectic collection of patwork tattoos served as the ultimate accessory for the illustrious event highlighting the good and great of the LGBTQ+ community. 

Dylan Mulvaney

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We can't stop thinking about TikTok star Dylan Mulvaney's frothy slate-grey gown at the Attitude Awards 2023. 

Taylor Russell

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Taylor Russell recently wrapped her National Theatre stint in The Effect, which was attended by her rumoured beau Harry Styles. On 10 October, the actress amped up the glamour in a backless dress at the LOEWE FOUNDATION Studio Voltaire Award 2023. 

Adwoa Aboah

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British model Adwoa Aboah paid homage to the LBD in a strappy, backless number paired with fishet tights and pointed-toe heels.

Daisy Edgar Jones

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Normal People's Daisy Edgar Jones looked angelic at the Gucci Cosmos evening Vernissage at 180 The Strand on 10 October, epitomising quiet luxury in a sheer satin co-ord and a creamy blonde bob. 

Paul Mescal

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If there was ever such thing as an ode to the simple white T-shirt and straight leg jeans, this would be it. Paul Mescal was a menswear muse at the Gucci Cosmos evening Vernissage at 180 The Strand on 10 October, teaming his casual get up with smart brogues. 

Leomie Anderson

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British presenter and Victoria's Secret model Leomie Anderson went hell for leather at the attends the World Premiere of "Sumotherhood" on 10 October. 

Cynthia Erivo

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Broadway royalty Cynthia Erivo was amongst the stars celebrating the opening night of the Broadway revival of 'Merrily We Roll Along'. The Wicked star donned a Duchess satin dress complete with delicate floral detailing and a dramatic tiered skirt. Cynthia layered with a long black duster coat and elevated her ensemble with several layers of colourful beads round her neck. 

Ed McVey

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As the world paitently waits for Ed McVey's debut role as Prince William in Season Six of The Crown, the 23-year-old actor brushed shoulders with real royalty as he attended the Art of Wishes gala at London's illustrious OWO hotel beside Princess Beatrice

Schooling us in autumn fashion, the star donned high-rise suit trousers with a coordinating jacket, layering with a burnt orange polo neck. 

Daniel Radcliffe

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It's hard to believe it's been over a decade since we saw Daniel Radcliffe donning his Hogwarts robes. The Harry Potter lead was suited and booted at the opening night of the Broadway revival of 'Merrily We Roll Along' in New York City on Monday. 

Glenn Close

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Cruella star Glenn Close mastered the art of effortless dressing in a silhouette-skimming black suit, elevated with plush velvet lapels and pocket details.  

Kendall Jenner

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 It girl Kendall Jenner was spotted storming New York City on a photoshoot on Sunday, rocking an all-white getup with black accents. 

AJ Odudu

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AJ Odudu made a serious entrance to make her Big Brother debut as the ITV show's newest host, slipping into a petrol blue vinyl catsuit. 

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Arianna DeBose

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West Side Story star Arianna DeBose served up lime green perfection at the New York City Ballet Fall Fashion Gala, honoring co-founding choreographers George Balanchine and Jerome Robbins. 

Sarah Jessica Parker

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If Carrie Bradshaw did Balletcore, we're pretty certain it would look like this. SATC star Sarah Jessica Parker looked ethereal in a black tulle gown complete with a romantic bell skirt, corseted bodice and a ballerina-inspired black bow at the New York City Ballet Fall Fashion Gala.

Barbie Ferreira

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Euphoria actress Barbie Ferreira's pointe shoe ballet flats deserve a style gallery of their own. The Hollywood muse embodied cottage core in a white prairie skirt and button-down gingham blouse as Kristen Stewart hosted Hulu's 'Living for the Dead' special screening in LA. 

Heidi Klum and Leni Klum

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America's Got Talent judge Heidi Klum joined her lookalike daughter Leni at the Intimissimi Dinner at Bode Museum in Germany. Heidi opted for a Barbie pink lace mini dress, while Vogue model Leni highlighted her feminine silhouette in lace lingerie and a sheer mesh overlay.

Anne Hathaway

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Someone give Anne Hathaway's stylist a raise! The Les Miserables star looked amazing for an appearance on Late Night With Seth Meyers in a velvet mini dress with sheer stockings.

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Hollywood's princess Anne lit up the Lower East Side in a bubblegum pink slip dress for the screening for She Came to Me. The Devil Wears Prada protagonist gave Barbie a run for her money in the glittering, strappy gown which highlighted her feminine frame and statuesque figure.

 
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Entering her It-girl style era, Anne redefined double denim in a corseted trouser suit from Australian designer Dion Lee to the Good Morning America studios in New York.

Rihanna & A$AP Rocky

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Power couple Rihanna and A$AP Rocky took a night off parenting duties to celebrate A$AP's 34th birthday, stepping out in New York City for a meal at illustrious celebrity hotspot Carbone. 

Chanelling balletcore, Rihanna epitomised a modern Black Swan in a ruffled tutu-like mini dress and jet black stockings, while A$AP perfected a dad-coded look in oversized jeans and a tweed blazer. 

Selena Gomez

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Selena Gomez blossomed onto the red carpet at the Inaugural Rare Impact Fund Benefit Supporting Youth Mental Health on 4 October in Los Angeles, California. Wearing a beautiful, blooming dress which resembled a glittering orchid, the Rare Beauty founder looked to be in her element hosting the charity event. 

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The Disney alumn switched up her floral mini dress later in the night, looking breathtaking in a sparkling silver gown embelished with a billowing train. 

Zendaya

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Emmy-winning actress Zendaya was a vision of ethereal beauty in a plunging Louis Vuitton gown. The silhouette-enhancing cut of the fluid dress was courtesy of a singular zipper that traced from the neckline down to the hem. The Euphoria star's dress was embelished with caramel-toned leather clasps on the shoulders and statement leaf-shaped zips. Divine. 

Venus Williams

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Tennis legend by day, Louis Vuitton muse by night, Venus Williams rocked a preppy ensemble to join a fleet of stars on the front row of the Louis Vuitton Womenswear Spring/Summer 2024 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on 2 October.

Phoebe Dynevor

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Phoebe Dynevor's vampy leather mini dress and knee-high boots combo is worlds away from her Bridgerton alter-ego Daphne's Regencycore style, but we're seriously digging it. 

Jaden Smith

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Jaden Smith's standout edgy style reigned supreme at Paris Fashion Week. Joining the likes of Venus Williams, Zendaya, Pharrel and Cynthia Eviro to take in the latest offering from Louise Vuitton designer Nicolas Ghesquière, the artist donned a bold quilted vest with baggy jeans cinched at the waist with a brown Louis Vuitton monogrammed belt and black boots.

Simone Ashley

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Bridgerton muse Simone Ashley made a case for mini skirts this season, rocking a fail-safe combination of a micro crop top, biker-babe leather and black mini with stiletto boots at Valentino’s Spring/Summer 2024 show.

Florence Pugh

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A moment for Miss Pugh, who enchanted in a pastel pink trouser suit and bow-tie bralette at Paris Fashion Week on Sunday 1 October. The platinum-blonde Oppenheimer star slicked her pixie crop into a rockin' gelled style, adding a matte lipstick and fluffy brows to complete her front row glow.

Paris Hilton

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Paris Hilton at Paris Fashion Week? That's hot. The noughties icon proved she's still society's favourite It-girl as she stole the show in a series of stunning looks.

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Usher

It was all in the layering for American artist Usher, who was seen styling an oversized denim jacket with a white shirt and black Saint Laurent Shades before the Valentino Fashion Show.

Helen Mirren 

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All eyes were on British actor Helen Mirren as she graced the L'Oreal runway at Paris Fashion Week in a glittering golden ball gown. Helen's Bond-girl coded dress was elevated by her voluminous curls and ultra-glamorous makeup.  

Olivia Dean

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Singer Olivia Dean was the unexpected belle of the ball at the Valentino Fashion Show in Paris, looking like she had stepped out of The Wizard of Oz in a silhouette-enhancing bejewelled purple gown.

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley

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Rosies Huntington-Whiteley was the epitome of timeless glamour in a billowing cape dress to attend the Valentino Womenswear Spring/Summer 2024 show as part of Paris Fashion Week.

Andrew Garfield

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Joining Florence Pugh in pink, Andrew Garfield rocked a candy pink trouser suit and terracotta-hued shirt to join the stars at Paris Fashion Week.

Ashley Park

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Emily in Paris star Ashley Park was a girl about town in this glitzy, fringed blazer dress. The raven-haired beauty layered with ultra-sheer tights and chunky Stella McCartney trainers. Perfection!

Paris Jackson

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Michael Jackson's daughter Paris is no stranger to a head-turning look, and the music artist's tonal, tartan get up Stella McCartney Womenswear Spring/Summer 2024 show was no exception to her unrivalled style file.

Dylan Sprouse

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Disney alumn Dylan Sprouse took autumn layering to the next level with a Halloween-coded hooded ensemble to attend the Balenciaga show at Paris Fashion Week.

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