Billie Eilish’s Bold Corset Look Wins at Critics’ Choice Awards

Billie Eilish Puts Fresh Twist on Corset Dress at Critics’ Choice Awards

Billie Eilish brought her signature avant-garde style to the red carpet at the 2024 Critics’ Choice Awards on Sunday night. The “Happier Than Ever” singer, who is nominated for Best Song for “What Was I Made For?” from Barbie, wore a striking Thom Browne look that put an unexpected spin on the classic corset dress.

Eilish’s ensemble featured a form-fitting black corset dress with a sweetheart neckline layered over an oversized white collared shirt that flowed to the floor. She paired the interesting dress combo with classic black pointy-toe pumps. The star’s bright red hair was slicked back in a low bun, showing off her dramatic winged eyeliner and red lips.

It’s the second award show in a row where Eilish has shaken up standard red carpet dresses. At last week’s Golden Globe Awards, she wore an ethereal Gucci gown with lace trim and a matching face mask. Her Critics’ Choice outfit proves she isn’t afraid to take risks and put her own stamp on formal fashion.

The eccentric look comes as Eilish could take home more trophies for “What Was I Made For?”, which won Best Song at the recent Golden Globes. She told the crowd that writing the vulnerable Barbie track “saved me a little bit” during a difficult time last year. Now, her work is resonating deeply with fans and award voters.

Eilish has said the song mirrors her own journey of self-discovery as a young woman. “I didn’t even mean to do that,” she told Entertainment Weekly of those parallels. Clearly, she successfully tapped into universal themes that have propelled “What Was I Made For?” into a TikTok hit and potential Oscar contender.

With Eilish’s song topping the charts, we can expect a few more red carpet looks from the trendsetter. Her appearance at the Golden Globes may hint at the kind of high-low fashion fans can expect. She wore a Willy Chavarria beige pleated skirt an oversize black blazer and a light blue Peter Pan collar shirt and a DIY ribbon detail for a hit of ballet core. And she completed her scholarly outfit retro Mary Jane heels that she bought at a thrift store last year.

If Eilish wins any Critics’ Choice Awards, her head-turning style will surely inspire commentary along with praise for her talent. The singer famous for her neon green roots and oversized streetwear has blossomed into a red carpet sensation who refuses to follow someone else’s playbook for how a star should dress.

Much like her music, Eilish’s fashion choices value authentic self-expression over trends. As award season spotlight shines brighter on the superstar, she stays true to her own unique aesthetic – and keeps us guessing what she’ll wear next.