What makes a good red carpet dress?

A good red carpet dress is a formal gown made by a top designer that is in some way unique and makes the wearer stand out from the other attendees. The best dresses are usually floor length, but cocktail-length dresses and pantsuits are acceptable for the red carpet as well.

Different events tend to have different standards for red carpet attire. For example, attendees to the Oscars and Golden Globes tend to wear more conservative and expensive-looking dresses with intricate details such as beading and lace, while attendees to the MTV Video Music Awards wear more casual and youthful styles with irreverent details like studs or distressed elements.