Gemma Chan's Style File: 20 Unforgettable Looks From The Met Gala to The Oscars
That Valentino pink ruffle dress though...
Gemma Chan has successfully won over audiences with her aptly flawed and raw performances, showcasing versatility in her projects from British TV series like Humans to big-budget blockbusters (portraying an alien sniper in Captain Marvel), to a classical performance in the Oscar-nominated Mary Queen of Scots.
On screen, Chan is known for her effortless elegance, particularly in her role of sophisticated socialite Astrid Young Teo in 2018's Crazy Rich Asians but her attention to style and her thoughtful approach to fashion - showcased especially during awards season - transcends off the silver screen too
Here we take a look at Chan's best looks..
Gemma Chan, February 2020
Wearing MaxMara, Chan attended the designer's Autumn/Winter 20/21 show during Milan Fashion Week.
The actress wore an all white co-ord with a contrasting black duster Mac and matching black croc clutch to finish off the look.
Gemma Chan at the Captain Marvel Premiere, 2019
The Ladies of Marvel were out in force for the premiere of the Brie Larson led Captain Marvel film last year with Chan wearing an iridescent twinset, courtesy of Ralph & Russo. Her one-shoulder floor-sweeping silk top and trousers is otherworldly.
Gemma Chan, Met Gala 2019
The Crazy Rich Asians star dazzled in an Elizabeth Taylor inspired chainmail dress by Tom Ford. To close the look, Chan sported a dramatic headdress harking back to Taylor’s famous number from the film Boom!, which she also wore to a masked ball at Venice’s Rezzonico Palace in 1967.
Gemma Chan At The Oscars After Party, 2019
The Oscar afterparty has become as infamous as it's conjoining award ceremony for it's star studded guest list and unforgettable fashion. Chan sparkled in a Tom Ford dress with an equally as decadent bag and shoes by Jimmy Choo.
Gemma Chan at the Critics Choice Awards, 2019
The actor looked radiant in a custom off-the-shoulder floral red carpet gown by Jason Wu.
Gemma Chan In Los Angeles, 2019
Gemma Chan was spotted in Los Angeles in a sleek all-black ensemble. The actress wore a tasselled leather wide legged trouser, plain suede Christian Louboutins in black and blocked out the chill with a cinched black coat.
Gemma Chan at the Oscars, 2019
The Oscar's Red Carpet is the birthing ground of almost every noteworthy celebrity couture moment and Chan's arrival in 2019 was no different. The 39-year 0ld wowed in a breathtaking Valentino gown, plucked from the label's 2019 couture collection. Chan's frill-necked dress was one of multiple dazzling pink gowns throughout the night, solidifying it as the hue of the night.
Gemma Chan at the Golden Globe Awards, 2019
Ever the style innovator, Gemma Chan opted for shorts for her Golden Globes moment in 2019.
The Valentino Couture hybrid gown is proof that shorts can do more than just be slung over a beached and sun-kissed leg, as she provided a modern twist on an otherwise classically styled red carpet gown.
Gemma Chan At The Spirit Awards, 2019
Chan attended the event in Santa Monica wearing a beautiful two-tone, cut-out, sequinned gown by Miu Miu.
Gemma Chan At AFI Festival, 2018
Chan wore a norm-core jumpsuit and metallic gold heels, for the closing night of the American Film Institute Festival in 2018
Gemma Chan At A Special Screening of Crazy Rich Asians, 2018
For a screening of the hugely popular rom come, Chan wore a chic floral midi dress from Simone Rocha's Autumn/Winter 2018 collection.
Gemma Chan At Sentebale Royal Salute Polo Cup in Singapore, 2017
Chan kept it simple and clean in this emerald jumpsuit for her appearance last The Sentebale Royal Salute Polo Cup in 2017.
The Salute is held to raise funds for Prince Harry's charity Sentebale, which supports vulnerable children and young people living with HIV in Lesotho and Botswana.
Gemma Chan At The BAFTAs, 2016
Chan looked awards show worthy in a long-sleeved Jenny Packham gown for the biggest night in British film.
Gemma Chan At 'We Are The Millers' Premiere, 2013
The uncharacteristically blue-red carpet for the European premiere of Jennifer Aniston and Emma Roberts's We Are The Millers saw Chan rock an edgy black net top alongside a pleated leather skirt.
The stripped back look was finished off with leather heeled ankle boots.
Gemma Chan At The British Independent Film Awards, 2013
Chan wore s a lace white jumpsuit, cinched in at the waist with a dusty blue velvet belt and topped off with black pointed stiletto heels.
Gemma Chan In London, 2013
These double zipped skin tight trousers are straight out of the early tens 'cool girl' hand book.
In this late night dash, Chan wore a sheer patterned blouse, suede lace up boots and a chunky silver ring.
Gemma Chan At Somerset House, 2013
Winter proof beenie, check. Trusty side bag, check. Contrast checked winter jacket, double check for this outing to the launch of Skate at Somerset House in London.
Gemma Chan In London, 2013
An uber sweet blue shift dress is the hero of the story in this photo of Chan at the Trilogy Chelsea Flagship Store, 2013
The actress contrasted the dress with a neon shoulder bag and nude 'barely there' heels.
Gemma Chan At London Fashion Week, 2011
The Burberry FROW could not be complete without classic nods to the brand's unforgettable heritage.
Chan wore a refreshed Burberry Kensington cotton-gabardine trench with a lime green clutch and neon snake skin caged heels for the show.
Gemma Chan At Brighton Rock Premiere, 2011
Chan gave us all the mid-2010s feel in a black peplum dress she wore to attend The Brighton Rock premiere in February, 2011.
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