17 Times Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya Understood the Assignment

Not just known for their acting skills, Zendaya and Timothée Chalamet have both built up a reputation for taking risks on the red carpet, and usually it pays off.

The pair, who are currently starring together in Dune, are both frequently invited to attend some of fashion's most prestigious events.

Chalamet even co-hosted this year's Met Gala.

Here are some of our favorite looks they've worn.

1. Timothée Chalamet's Sequinned Harness

Timothée Chalamet at the 2019 Oscars
Timothée Chalamet wore a Louis Vuitton harness to the 2019 Golden Globes. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

While most men tend to opt for a conventional tuxedo during awards season, Timothée Chalamet is not afraid to try something different.

At the 2019 Golden Globes, he was dressed in a Louis Vuitton tailored shirt and pants with a sequinned harness adding a little edginess to the look.

2. Zendaya's Couture Moment

Zendaya at the 2021 Oscars
Zendaya stunned in Valentino Couture at the 2021 Oscars. Chris Pizzello-Pool/Getty Images

Zendaya looked like a yellow diamond in this beautiful Valentino couture gown at the 2021 Oscars.

She wore her long hair down with loose waves and let the dress do all the talking.

3. Timothée Chalamet in All Blue

Timothée Chalamet at The King premiere
Timothée Chalamet's all blue ensemble was eye catching at the 2019 Australian premiere of The King Lisa Maree Williams/Getty Images

This all blue look Timothée Chalamet wore to the 2019 Australian premiere of The King is another elevated red carpet outfit from him.

The bold color choice is toned down by the sharp tailoring, slim fit, and timeless black leather boots.

4. Every Zendaya Met Gala Look

Zendaya at the 2017 Met Gala
Zendaya at the 2019 Met Gala
Zendaya at the 2018 Met Gala

Zendaya has become a firm favorite on the Met Gala guest list, turning heads in stunning outfits and understanding how to nail the theme.

Her most recent appearance was in 2019 when the theme was "Notes on Camp."

She looked amazing in a Cinderella inspired gown created by Tommy Hilfiger as stylist Law Roach walked the red carpet with her as her fairy godmother.

Fans were disappointed to learn she was unable to attend this year's event due to scheduling conflicts.

5. Timothée Chalamet's Dressed Down Look

Timothée Chalamet at Cannes Film Festival 2021
Timothée Chalamet looked casual as he attended a photocall for "The French Dispatch" at Cannes Film Festival 2021 Lionel Hahn/Getty Images

Proving he can dress down as well as he can dress up, Chalamet looked effortlessly cool during a photocall for "The French Dispatch" at Cannes Film Festival.

Tucking his pants into his black boots helps take this off-duty outfit to another level.

6. Zendaya's Wet-Look Dress

Zendaya at Venice Film Festival
Zendaya wore custom Balmain at the Dune premiere at Venice Film Festival Ernesto Ruscio/Getty Images

If Jennifer Lopez's Versace Jungle dress hadn't sparked the creation of Google Images, Zendaya in this Balmain custom gown would have.

This simple yet elegant dress is draped beautifully and accesorized perfectly with an emerald necklace.

7. Zendaya's Pink Armored Look

Zendaya at the Critics' Choice Awards 2020
Zendaya looked ready for battle in a Tom Ford breastplate at the Critics Choice Awards 2020 George Pimentel/Getty Images

Zendaya again proved her love for form fitting clothing in this Tom Ford ensemble at the 2020 Critics' Choice Awards.

This pink breastplate looks like it was made to be worn by her and only her.

8. Timothée Chalamet's Fuschia Suit

Timothée Chalamet at the Little Women premiere
Timothée Chalamet shone in a fuschia colored suit at the Paris premiere of "Little Women." Dominique Charriau/Getty Images

In a similar hue, Chalamet's fuschia suit by Stella McCartney was a breath of fresh air on the red carpet.

Once again, he proved that a simple cut in a bright color is an easy way to turn heads.

9. Timothée Chalamet Nails Smart-Casual

Timothée Chalamet at Venice Film Festival 2021
Timothée Chalamet wore a smart-casual outfit by Haider Ackerman at Venice Film Festival Elisabetta A. Villa/Getty Images

After most of us have spent much of our time over the last 18 months in loungewear, it's refreshing to see more casual looks on the red carpet.

Chalamet's Haider Ackermann outfit nails the comfy yet cool trend.

10. Zendaya's Purple Two-Piece

Zendaya at Dune photocall
Zendaya's deep purple Alaïa outfit at a "Dune" photocall in Paris went viral earlier this year. Kristy Sparow/Getty Images

This outfit needs no introduction after going viral in September.

Zendaya's deep wine colored Alaïa two-piece is simply breathtaking.

11. Timothée Chalamet's Pop of Color

 Timothée Chalamet at "The King" premiere
Timothée Chalamet wore a yellow top under his tailored suit at the New York premiere of "The King." Taylor Hill/Getty Images

Who knew a lemon colored turtle neck would look so good under a single breasted suit?

Obviously Chalamet did, as he wore the outfit at the New York premiere of "The King."

12. Zendaya Shines in Emerald Tones

Zendaya at the 2019 Emmy Awards
Zendaya channelled Old Hollywood glamour at the 2019 Emmy Awards Robyn Beck/Getty Images

Once again shining in jewel-tones, Zendaya arrived at the 2019 Emmy Awards in a beautiful emerald gown.

The dress was custom made by Vera Wang.

13. Timothée Chalamet's Workwear Inspired Outfit

Timothée Chalamet at the 2019 Oscars
Timothée Chalamet's Prada ensemble was a fan favorite at the 2019 Oscars George Pimentel/Getty Images

Chalamet's 2020 Oscars outfit was another break from the more traditional ensembles seen during awards season.

This time he opted for a workwear inspired outfit by Prada.

14. Zendaya's Fresh off the Runway Look

Zendaya at the Women in Film Honors
This Loewe dress had only been shown in Paris during fashion week for brand Loewe a week before Zendaya wore it for the Women in Film Honors Stefanie Keenan/Getty Images

Zendaya's recent metallic gown worn at the Women in Film Honors cemented her status as a fashion taste maker.

This Loewe dress had only been shown at Paris Fashion Week a week before the star wore it on a red carpet.

15. Zendaya's Horse Dress

Zendaya at the 2017 Fashion Awards
Zendaya's Vivetta gown at the Fashion Awards featured horse heads on the bodice Samir Hussein/Getty Images

While a dress with horses on the bodice may sound outlandish, Zendaya managed to make this Vivetta gown look effortlessly chic at the 2017 Fashion Awards.

16. Timothée Chalamet's Layering

Timothée Chalamet at Venice Film Festival 2019
Timothée Chalamet layered his outfit while attending a photocall for "The King" at Venice Film Festival in 2019 Stefania D'Alessandro/Getty Images

Wearing another creation by Haider Ackermann, Chalamet gave another excellent lesson in how to do casual formalwear.

Leaving this shirt untucked with a little layering helped land him on the best dressed lists at Venice Film Festival in 2019.

17. Zendaya Looking Like a Ray of Sunshine

Zendaya in New York, 2019
Zendaya headed to The Late Show With Stephen Colbert in an orange Carolina Herrerra ensemble Raymond Hall/Getty Images

This shade of orange just pops on Zendaya.

She looked like a ray of sunshine in this Carolina Herrerra gown and headband while heading to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in 2019.

Zendaya and Timothee Chalamet
Zendaya and Timothee Chalamet have both become recognised for their sartorial prowess as well as their acting abilities. Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty Images

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