Mint green is proving that pastels can deliver just as much red carpet impact as traditional black, white or red. Soft enough to feel romantic yet distinctive enough to command attention, the shade has appeared across gowns, tailoring and embellished eveningwear. Cynthia Erivo, Pamela Anderson, Jeremy Strong, Kaia Gerber and Elle Fanning have each approached the color differently. Their looks range from sculptural silhouettes to velvet menswear and crystal covered designs. Together, they show how versatile mint green can be when texture, shape and styling enter the equation.
Cynthia Erivo embraced the shade at the 2024 Academy Museum Gala in a custom Louis Vuitton gown. The strapless design featured delicate embellishment and a dramatic sculptural silhouette that expanded toward the hem. Erivo completed the appearance with one of her signature beauty details, an elaborate set of statement nails that brought additional personality to the polished look.
Pamela Anderson offered a softer interpretation at the 2024 Glamour Women of the Year Awards. Her Oscar de la Renta gown followed a sleek, fitted silhouette, while a crystal embellished cape introduced movement and sparkle. Anderson kept her makeup and accessories understated, allowing the pastel color and shimmering details to remain the focus.
Jeremy Strong demonstrated that mint green works equally well in menswear at the 2025 Golden Globes. The Succession star wore a mint velvet Loro Piana suit with a white turtleneck and matching bucket hat. The unexpected headwear gave the formal outfit a playful edge, while the rich velvet prevented the pale shade from appearing overly delicate.
At the 2024 LACMA Art and Film Gala, Kaia Gerber turned to Gucci for a more decorative approach. Her pale green bustier gown combined sequins with a chevron inspired pattern and long feathered fringe. The combination of reflective embellishment and movement gave the pastel color greater depth, proving that a subtle shade can still create a highly theatrical effect.
Elle Fanning explored an even more elaborate version of mint at the 2024 Governors Awards. Her Valentino look featured a sheer foundation covered with sparkling crystals and soft trim, creating a lingerie inspired interpretation of formal eveningwear. An emerald Cartier necklace provided a deeper green contrast, adding richness without disrupting the gown’s delicate palette.
What connects these outfits is their ability to make the same color communicate completely different moods. Mint can appear architectural on Erivo, romantic on Anderson, unconventional on Strong, glamorous on Gerber and ethereal on Fanning.
These red carpet moments also demonstrate why pastels continue to move beyond spring wardrobes. With the right fabric and construction, mint green can feel sophisticated throughout awards season, offering stars a softer alternative to familiar eveningwear colors without sacrificing drama or individuality.
