Pics Of Olympians Rocking The Red Carpet

We're so used to seeing our favorite Olympic athletes in their sports gear that it's always stunning to catch them on the red carpet. Their transformation from wearing a ski suit or figure skating costume to a couture ball gown is quite the sight to see, and some are even unrecognizable in full glam. It's easy to think that folks like Simone Biles and Lindsey Vonn are always in training mode, but even they need some downtime, and that includes going to high-profile events, such as award shows and the Met Gala.

It's always inspiring watching Olympian girlies embrace high-fashion, and some, like skier and model Eileen Gu, are used to being clad in all-designer. "Fashion keeps me in touch with my femininity. Growing up in a male-dominated sport, I didn't realize being treated equally as a girl was even an option until I discovered the fashion industry," she told Vogue in 2026. The gold medalist continued, "I think you can be really powerful and really feminine at the same time." That's a statement many would agree with, and along with Gu, several other Olympians showed just how to rock the red carpet with their stunning 'fits.

The complete transformation of Simone Biles ranges from her competing as a superstar gymnast winning multiple Olympic gold medals, to showing up at the exclusive Met Gala in the best outfits. She totally got the memo for the 2025 theme, which was "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style." Biles was a vision in a cobalt-blue tuxedo-inspired minidress with a white collar and an adorable crystal bow-tie designed by Harbison Studio. Adding drama to her look was a huge bow in the back, along with a long train that trailed several feet behind her. We love when celebs nail the Met Gala theme!

When on the slopes, Lindsey Vonn is covered head-to-toe in a wool hat, ski goggles, and a snowsuit, so red carpet events allow her to show just how gorgeous she is. While at the amfAR Gala in 2021, the Olympic skier wowed in a tomato-red gown featuring cap sleeves and a plunging neckline. The material of the dress seemed like a plain jersey at first, but upon closer inspection, you'll notice the subtle sheen, giving it that true red-carpet feel. With a matching lipstick and an elegant updo, Vonn looked completely at-home rubbing elbows with fellow celebs.

The 2026 Met Gala theme, "Costume Art," left lots of room for interpretation, and Eileen Gu did not disappoint. Jaws dropped when she showed up in a gorgeous dress made with thousands of glass bubbles, but that's not where the surprise ended. As Gu posed on the red carpet, tiny bubbles rose around her, creating an ethereal, fairytale effect. Made by Iris van Herpen, Azusa Murakami, and Alexander Groves, the creation took over 15 weeks to finish. This was truly one of the most innovative designs yet, and we think it'll go down in Met Gala history.

Olympic figure skater Tara Lipinski has had some of the worst fashion mistakes that were more chilling than the ice rink, but she won the red carpet at the 2022 Los Angeles Ballet Gala. The gorgeous paisley mock-neck minidress hugged her petite frame perfectly and the muted shades of gold, pink, and cream complemented her skin perfectly. The flared skirt was reminiscent of her ice skating outfits, and it's clear that the skater silhouette is one of the most flattering looks on Lipinski.

When going to your first ever Met Gala, you have to make waves, and Alysa Liu did just that in her multi-tiered, wine-colored Louis Vuitton gown in 2026. The custom-made dress featured a satin bodice with a high-low hemline, and layers upon layers of swirly tulle underneath. The Olympic skater accessorized with dark-burgundy pumps and a gothic choker befitting her punk rock aesthetic. Per usual, Olympic gold medalist Alysa Liu rocked an eye-catching hair look with her signature halo dye job on display in a partial updo. For a debut appearance, this is truly unforgettable.

Serena Williams is known to ace it on the tennis court, but she also does so on red carpets with her fierce style. The multi Grand Slam title holder brought fashion to the game with her various eye-catching sets, so it's no surprise that she also smashes it off-court. In 2015, Williams donned a dreamy baby-pink gown with a crystallized bodice for the Wimbledon Champions Dinner that was befitting for a black-tie event on its own. But when the pro held out the hidden cape, she looked like a Disney princess at a royal ball.

No leotards for Shawn Johnson East on the red carpet! The Olympic gymnast got all dolled up for the People's Choice Awards in 2021 in a pink blazer and matching shorts. Her black top provided an edgy contrast to the bubblegum color, which she tied together with a sparkly silver bag featuring black handles. Rounding out her awards show look were satin pink heels that highlighted Johnson East's super-toned legs. With gams like those, it's no wonder the gold medalist wanted to show them off.

Trinity Rodman may share the same last name as her famous basketball star dad Dennis Rodman, but she proved to be a veritable athlete of her own. The professional soccer player has earned her spot at the ESPY Awards, and made sure to turn heads in 2022 with a sheer black mesh dress. The high slit on one side showed off her miles-long legs known for striking balls on the field, which were further enhanced with a pair of platform sandals. Just like her father, Trinity loves to push the sartorial envelope, and we would expect no less.