Greatest Red Carpet Dresses of All Time
Rihanna (Guo Pei) or Marilyn Monroe (Jean Louis)

Pick Your Favorite

RIHANNA (GUO PEI)

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MARILYN MONROE (JEAN LOUIS)
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Why This Battle Matters

Imagine a world where Rihanna's bold, sun-soaked yellow Guo Pei gown stands toe-to-toe with Marilyn Monroe's sultry, white Jean Louis dress blowing above a subway grate. Here lies more than a battle of fabrics; it's a clash of epochs. Rihanna’s audacious choice symbolizes modern excess and cultural fusion, while Monroe's iconic look whispers of timeless allure and Hollywood’s golden era. What’s at stake? It's not just about which dress wins, but what message we send about the evolving narratives of fashion influence. Which vision of style do you believe should define our era?

🔥 Fan Takes

I mean... can we even compare? Marilyn’s look? Timeless. Rihanna’s? Bold but not for the faint-hearted, you get me?
rihanna’s gown was like, a whole empire on its own, fr. talking absolute royalty vibes.
Marilyn's dress is ICONIC, tho. Changed the red carpet forever!

How Fans Are Voting

In this battle:

Fans currently prefer Marilyn Monroe (Jean Louis) over Rihanna (Guo Pei) when it comes to the greatest Red Carpet Dresses of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Marilyn Monroe (Jean Louis) 76.7% of the time over Rihanna (Guo Pei).

Across all battles:

Marilyn Monroe (Jean Louis) win rate: 51.1%

Rihanna (Guo Pei) win rate: 28.1%

Fan FAQs

Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in the Greatest Red Carpet Dresses of All Time league?

The top contender right now is Princess Diana’s stunning Victor Edelstein dress. Check out the full GOAT List to see where others rank and why fans are voting the way they are!

What makes Rihanna's Guo Pei dress so popular among fans?

Rihanna’s Guo Pei gown from the Met Gala is a true showstopper. Fans love it not just for its bold, imperial yellow color and extravagant train, but also because it represents Rihanna's fearless fashion choices and her ability to make a huge impact on pop culture moments.

Why is Marilyn Monroe's Jean Louis dress winning by so much in the Greatest Red Carpet Dresses of All Time league?

Marilyn Monroe's iconic Jean Louis dress really captures that classic Hollywood glam that fans adore. The image of her singing 'Happy Birthday, Mr. President' has become so emblematic; it's steeped in nostalgia and celebrity lore, making it tough to beat in fan votes!